The Christmas Bar Crawl - Chicago 2026
Participants tour multiple Chicago bars dressed in holiday costumes and festive attire. Admission includes drink vouchers, waived cover charges at all participating spots, a souvenir cup, a lanyard, and a digital crawl map. The event also features dedicated mid-party and after-party gatherings alongside venue-specific drink and food discounts.
Sat, Dec 19, 2026 21+
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Plan Your Visit
Neighborhood
River North
Food & Drink
Tickets include 2–3 drinks or shots, with exclusive drink specials and food specials at select venues.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Check in early between 4 and 6 p.m. if you want a chance at the plush Santa hat, limited to the first 100 check-ins.
- Donate a toy worth at least $20 and email a drop-box photo or online receipt to claim a free event ticket.
- Bring a valid government-issued ID, since entry is restricted to attendees age 21 and older.
- Use Uber or Lyft to travel to and from the crawl, as organizers specifically advise against drinking and driving.
- Wear festive holiday gear or a costume to join the Christmas-themed crawl, which encourages Santas, elves, and reindeer outfits.
Special Events & Promotions
- Buy tickets before prices go up for the early price.
- Donate a qualifying toy to Toys for Tots and claim a free ticket by emailing proof of donation.
- A plush Santa hat is given to the first 100 check-ins.
Links & Contact
Run by Crawl With US
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the crawl?
Attendees must be at least 21 and show valid government-issued ID.
What does a ticket include?
It includes drink or shot vouchers, cover at participating bars and the parties, a stadium party cup, a bottle-opener lanyard, a crawl map, and access to the mid-party and after-party.
What should I wear?
Holiday gear is encouraged; costumes such as Santa, elf, and reindeer outfits are mentioned.
Will food and drinks be available?
The crawl includes drink specials and food specials at select venues, as well as drink or shot vouchers with a ticket.
How can I get between the bars safely?
The organizer recommends using Uber or Lyft to and from the crawl.
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