Oakland Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
Participants dress up in festive holiday attire and receive an event wristband, holiday accessories, and a welcome drink at check-in. Guided by on-site hosts, crawlers visit multiple participating nightlife venues within walking distance to enjoy exclusive holiday drink specials. Attendees can also compete in an ugly sweater competition where the most outrageous sweater wins a prize.
Sat, Dec 12, 2026 21+
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Plan Your Visit
Hours
1:00 PM – 8:00 PM; check-in at 7:00 PM; route starts at 7:30 PM.
Neighborhood
Uptown and Grand Lake
Food & Drink
A welcome drink is included at check-in, with holiday drink specials at participating stops.
Tips & Advice
- Bring a valid ID, because the crawl is strictly 21 and over.
- Buy your ticket in advance, since door sales depend on availability and could sell out.
- Wear the most outrageous ugly sweater you own, because the wildest sweater on the crawl wins a prize in the contest.
- Watch your ticket confirmation for the check-in address, since the exact starting spot and the full venue lineup are sent only to ticket holders.
- Book as a group of ten or more for priority entry, and ask about discounts and reserved check-in if your group reaches 20.
Special Events & Promotions
- Groups of ten or more get priority entry
- Groups of 20 or more may qualify for discounts, VIP perks, reserved check-in and private party packages
Links & Contact
Run by PubCrawls
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is check-in?
The exact check-in address comes with your ticket confirmation.
Is there a dress code?
Ugly sweaters are the theme, and the more outrageous the better. The most outrageous sweater wins a prize in the contest.
What comes with a ticket?
You get a welcome drink at check-in, a wristband for every venue on the crawl, drink specials at every stop and holiday party gear. Your ticket also includes the ugly sweater contest and VIP entry at select venues.
Can I buy a ticket at the door?
Only if tickets are still available, so buy in advance.
Do groups get anything extra?
Groups of ten or more get priority entry. Groups of 20 or more may qualify for discounts, VIP perks, reserved check-in and private party packages.
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