Detroit Official Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl by Bar Crawl LIVE! 2026
Participants dress in ugly holiday sweaters and tour participating bars and nightclubs across Greektown. The crawl includes waived door entry, access to discounted food and themed drink specials, and entertainment from live DJs at select venues. An official costume contest and event photographers are featured throughout the crawl stops.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 21+
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Plan Your Visit
Neighborhood
Greektown
Food & Drink
Specialty holiday-themed drinks and drink deals of up to 50% off, plus up to 20% off select food items, are available during participating bars' listed hours.
Location
Tips & Advice
- Watch for the Digital Bar List email, including your spam folder, because it provides check-in details, wristband pickup, venue hours, and specials.
- Pick up your wristband during the listed registration window; late check-in is unavailable, and a wristband is required for entry.
- Ask a friend to collect your wristband if needed, and send them a screenshot of your digital-ticket QR code.
- Review the Digital Bar List on crawl day to confirm participating bars, hours, and specials, since free entry and deals apply only during those hours.
- Wear an ugly holiday sweater to take part in the costume contest and follow the event's theme.
Special Events & Promotions
- A free ticket is available to people with November or December birthdays, while supplies last; redeem by messaging the organizer on Instagram.
- Booking early is recommended for the best ticket rates.
- Ticket holders get waived door covers at participating bars and discounts on select drinks and food.
Links & Contact
Run by Bar Crawl LIVE
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 attend the crawl?
The event is for adults aged 21 and older.
What should I wear?
Wear an ugly holiday sweater to take part in the costume theme and contest.
How do I find the participating bars and check-in details?
Ticket holders receive a link to the Digital Bar List by email. It includes registration and wristband pickup details, participating bar hours and specials.
What do the wristband perks include?
The wristband provides waived door covers at participating bars during their listed hours, along with food and drink deals.
Is there a birthday ticket offer?
People with November or December birthdays can request a free ticket by messaging the organizer on Instagram, while supplies last.
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