Chicago Wicker Park Naughty Santa Bar Crawl 2026
Participants tour multiple Wicker Park bars using a single wristband that grants cover-free entry along with food and drink specials. The evening includes an ugly sweater photo contest, a holiday scavenger hunt, and an on-site photographer documenting the crawl. Attendees can also participate in a clothing drive supporting a Chicago charity.
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Plan Your Visit
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When
Ages
21+
Neighborhood
Wicker Park
Food & Drink
Participating stops have food and/or drink specials, and select venues offer non-alcoholic options; attendees also receive two $5 promo cards usable at specified stops.
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Location
Tips & Advice
- Wear a Santa hat, ugly sweater, or other festive holiday attire; the organizer says regular clothes are the only wrong answer.
- Bring a new coat, gloves, hat, or warm blanket to check-in; donating through One Warm Coat gets your ticket covered.
- Check in at DSTRKT between 6 and 10 p.m.; early check-in is available from 6 to 8 p.m.
- Groups of four or more can email the organizer to ask about group pricing before attending.
- Use the printed or digital crawl map to locate participating stops, specials, and venues where the $5 promo cards work.
Special Events & Promotions
- Bring a new coat, gloves, a hat, or a warm blanket to check-in for a ticket.
- Groups of four or more can request group pricing.
- A Social Boost referral option offers a small discount to friends who buy through a participant’s link.
- Participants can earn commission on ticket sales through a Social Boost link, and their own ticket may be free.
Links & Contact
Run by Holiday Bar/Pub Crawls Presented By Social Scene
Christmas Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can take part in the crawl?
The event is for adults aged 21 and over.
What does the wristband include?
It provides cover-free entry to participating bars, food and drink specials, two promo cards, and access to the scavenger hunt and ugly sweater photo contest.
Can I take part in the clothing drive?
Bring a new coat, gloves, a hat, or a warm blanket to check-in to receive a ticket.
What should I wear?
Wear a Santa hat, an ugly sweater, or other festive clothing; the organizer says regular clothes are not the dress code.
How do I find my way between the bars?
A printed and digital poster gives the map and specials, and an SMS concierge can help you navigate the crawl.
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