Illustration of a family in sweaters passing dishes at a holiday dinner table with a gingerbread house (Detroit SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026)
Christmas Parties

Detroit SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026

Participants dress in Santa suits, elf outfits, and ugly Christmas sweaters to tour participating nightlife venues across the city. Each attendee receives a branded wristband and route map providing access to every venue on the crawl alongside exclusive drink specials.

Sat, Dec 19, 2026 21+

Plan Your Visit

Food & Drink

Exclusive drink specials are available at participating bars.

Location

Checker Bar Detroit · 124 Cadillac Square, Detroit, MI 48226 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (1/5)

Best For

Adults 21 and older who enjoy festive bar crawls

Vibe

Festive and social

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Bring a valid government-issued photo ID because the event is 21+ and ID is required at check-in.
  • Wear a Santa suit, elf outfit, ugly Christmas sweater, or another holiday costume to match the event’s dress code.
  • Check in at the starting venue between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM to collect your wristband and crawl route map.
  • Use the route map to find participating bars and move through the crawl at your own pace.
  • If you cannot attend, transfer your ticket to someone else; sales are non-refundable except if the event is canceled.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Limited free promo tickets are available while they last.
  • Limited-quantity early-bird tickets are offered.
  • Group rate is available for groups of 4 or more.
  • The event is 21+ only; valid government-issued photo ID is required.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the bar crawl?

It is a 21-and-over event. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for check-in.

What do participants receive?

A branded wristband and route map provide access to participating bars on the crawl.

What should I wear?

Santa suits, elf outfits, ugly Christmas sweaters and other holiday costumes are encouraged.

Can I visit the participating bars in any order?

The route map shows the participating venues, and you can crawl through them at your own pace.

Are drink specials guaranteed at every venue?

Drink specials are offered at participating bars, but both specials and venues may change at the venues’ discretion.

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