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Christmas Parties

Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl

Celebrate Holly Jolly Days by supporting local downtown bars and pubs dressed in your festive best. Participants can tour participating businesses to purchase and enjoy an array of specialty beverages.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 21+

Plan Your Visit

Tickets

Free to attend; specialty beverages are available for purchase at participating businesses.

Hours

7:00pm - 11:59pm; starting at 6 p.m.

Neighborhood

Downtown Midland

Food & Drink

Participating businesses offer specialty beverages for purchase; you must be 21 or older to purchase or consume alcohol.

Location

Downtown Midland · Midland, MI Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 ⚪ ⚪ ⚪ (2/5)

Best For

Adults who enjoy festive bar crawls

Vibe

Festive and social

Energy Level

Moderate

Photo Friendly

Moderate

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Wear your ugliest Christmas gear to match the crawl's festive theme and join in the event's signature tradition.
  • Bring valid ID if you plan to purchase or consume alcohol, since both are limited to people 21 and older.
  • Remember that attendance is free, and budget separately for any specialty beverages you choose to purchase.
  • Dress warmly for outdoor stretches between downtown businesses during this December bar crawl.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

What do you do on the bar crawl?

You go round the participating downtown bars and pubs and buy their specialty beverages along the way, all in support of local businesses during Holly Jolly Days.

What should I wear?

Your ugliest Christmas gear. Ugly sweaters are the whole idea.

Is there an age limit?

You must be 21 or over to buy or drink alcohol.

Is this a new event?

No. This is the third annual Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Downtown Midland.

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