9th Annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Portland
Participants dress up in tacky holiday sweaters and festive pants to tour downtown Portland bars. Crawlers enjoy holiday shots, discounted drink specials with their event lanyard, and live stream holiday trivia with prizes. The crawl finishes with an official after-party featuring a best-dressed contest and a commemorative holiday gift for completing the route.
What to Expect
Downtown holiday bar crawl featuring drink specials, holiday shots, and trivia.
Event Details
Ages
21+
Neighborhood
Downtown Portland
Timed Entry
No
Organizer
Bar Crawl USA
Food & Drink
Ticket holders receive two holiday shots and access to discounted drinks at 5+ participating bars with their lanyard.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults who enjoy festive bar hopping
Vibe
Festive and social
Energy Level
Moderate
Budget
$$
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Location
Know Before You Go
- Hours: 4pm-10pm.
- Parking: Parking is limited; rideshare is recommended if you plan on drinking.
Tips & Advice
- Wear an ugly sweater and tacky holiday pants to take part in the suggested costume theme.
- Bring ID if you plan to drink, as the event is restricted to adults aged 21 and over.
- Keep your ticket on your phone for check-in; it does not need to match your name, and a friend can check you in with it.
- You do not have to visit every bar, so use the route information to decide which participating stops to visit.
- Choose rideshare if you plan to drink because parking is limited.
Special Events & Promotions
- Group tickets for 4 or more save on the ticket price.
- Holiday live-stream trivia includes prizes.
- The FAQ says the ticket includes access to a best-dressed contest and an after-party giveaway.
- Complete the crawl to receive a Bar Crawl USA holiday gift at the after-party.
- The event page has a “Save 10%” sign-up offer.
Quick Actions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the crawl?
It is a 21+ event.
Do I need to visit every bar on the route?
No. You can choose which bars to visit; the event gives guidance on when bars are staffed and ready.
What comes with a ticket?
A ticket includes two holiday shots, a koozie, lanyard and map, participating bars with discounted drinks, trivia and the official after-party. Complete the crawl to receive a holiday gift at the after-party.
Can I show my ticket on my phone, and can someone else check me in?
A phone ticket is preferred and does not need to match the attendee’s name. A friend can check you in with your ticket.
What should I wear, and how should I get around downtown?
Ugly sweaters and tacky holiday pants are encouraged. Parking is limited, so rideshare if you plan to drink.
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