10th Annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Lakewood
Participants dress in ugly sweaters and holiday attire to explore participating neighborhood bars using an event lanyard and map. The crawl includes themed drink specials, holiday live-stream trivia with prizes, live DJs, and photos with Santa at check-in. Crawlers who finish the route receive an event gift at the official after-party.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 21+
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Drink specials: $3 Miller lites, $3-$4 holiday shots, and $5 Tito’s cocktails.
Hours
1pm-9pm; Around the Corner registration 1pm-4pm; Xmas Corner Bar 1pm-4pm; Harry Buffalo, West End, Riverwood Cafe, and Vosh 3pm-7pm; Mercury Lounge official after party 7pm-10pm; Lakewood Truck Stop and Wine Dive bonus bar stops 9pm-11pm.
Food & Drink
Ticket holders can access $3 Miller Lites, $3–$4 holiday shots, and $5 Tito’s cocktails.
Parking
Parking is limited; the page advises ridesharing if drinking.
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
Adults 21+ looking for a festive bar crawl
Vibe
Festive and social
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
Moderate
Tips & Advice
- Buy your ticket ahead of time because the Lakewood crawl sells out each year and participating bars require its lanyard for entry.
- Wear an ugly holiday sweater or tacky holiday pants, as the event encourages guests to dress in theme.
- Keep your ticket on your phone for registration; it need not match your name, and a friend can check you in with it.
- Use the listed bar windows to plan your route, but remember you do not need to visit every stop.
- Arrange a rideshare because parking is limited, especially if you plan to drink.
Special Events & Promotions
- The first 100 tickets are offered at a special price.
- Group tickets for 4 or more offer a saving.
- Ticket holders get discounted drink specials at participating bars.
- Photos with Santa are available at registration.
- Holiday live-stream trivia includes prizes.
Links & Contact
Run by Bar Crawl USA
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 through their contact page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can attend the crawl?
The event is for guests aged 21 and over; bring ID if you plan to drink.
Should I get a ticket ahead of time, and can I enter bars without one?
The event sells out each year, and participating bars require the ticket lanyard for entry. A phone ticket is preferred; the attendee's name does not need to match.
Do I need to visit every bar on the route?
No. The event lists participating-bar windows, but you do not need to visit every bar.
What activities and extras are included?
The ticket includes a lanyard and map, trivia with prizes, photos with Santa at registration, a photographer, drink specials and an official after-party. Crawlers who complete the route receive a gift at the after-party.
What should I wear, and how should I get around?
Ugly holiday sweaters and tacky holiday pants are encouraged. Parking is limited, and ridesharing is advised if you plan to drink.
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