Chicago Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl 2026
Participants don ugly holiday sweaters and visit multiple bars and nightclubs across Chicago's West Loop. Registered crawlers receive event wristbands granting waived cover charges, holiday-themed drink specials, and select food discounts. Entertainment across venues includes live DJs, a costume contest, and pre-game, halftime, and after-parties.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
21+
Neighborhood
West Loop
Food & Drink
Participating bars offer specialty holiday drinks and up to 50% off special drink deals, plus up to 20% off select food items during their listed hours.
Going?
Location
Tips & Advice
- Watch for the digital bar list by email during the week of the crawl; it contains check-in details and participating bar hours.
- Pick up your wristband during the check-in window, as late check-in is not allowed and entry requires a wristband.
- If you cannot attend check-in, send a friend a screenshot of your ticket QR code so they can pick up your wristband.
- Check the digital bar list for each venue’s participating hours, since entry and specials apply only during those hours.
- Wear a festive sweater or costume if you want to take part in the costume contest.
Special Events & Promotions
- Free birthday ticket for November and December birthdays, while supplies last.
- Wristband holders get waived cover charges at participating bars and discounts on special drinks and select food items.
- Booking early is advertised as offering the best rates.
Links & Contact
Run by Bar Crawl LIVE
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the crawl?
It is for guests aged 21 and over.
What should I wear?
Wear an ugly Christmas sweater or other festive outfit for the costume contest.
How do I get the wristband and route information?
Ticket holders receive a digital bar list by email the week of the crawl or sooner. It includes check-in details, wristband pickup information and participating bar hours.
What is included with the wristband?
It provides entry to participating bars during their listed crawl hours, along with drink specials and select food discounts.
What entertainment is planned?
The crawl includes live DJs at select venues, pre-game, halftime and after-parties, photographers and videographers, and a costume contest.
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