Chicago SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 at PB&J: Pizza Beer and Jukebox – Chicago, IL

Chicago SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 — Saturday, December 19 in the West Loop

The Chicago SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026 is a SantaCon holiday bar crawl in Chicago, Illinois. On Saturday, December 19th, 2026, hundreds of Santas, elves, reindeer, and holiday characters will take over participating Chicago bars from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM for one epic day of festive fun, drink specials, and holiday cheer.

Whether you’re looking for the best things to do in Chicago this December or searching for holiday events in Chicago, SantaCon is the can’t-miss event of the season. It’s a Christmas bar crawl on one wristband, and your ticket gets you into every participating bar on the route.

How the Chicago SantaCon Bar Crawl Works

• Check in at PB&J: Pizza Beer and Jukebox, 205 N Peoria St between 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
• Pick up your SantaCon branded wristband and crawl route map
• Crawl through all participating bars across Chicago at your own pace
• Enjoy exclusive drink specials and holiday vibes at every stop

What’s Included With Your Ticket

️ Entry to all participating bars on the SantaCon crawl route
SantaCon branded wristband
️ Crawl route map with all venue locations
Exclusive drink specials at each participating bar
Free after party at a participating venue
On-site event staff to help you on the day
A fun, safe, and professionally organized pub crawl in Chicago

What to Expect at SantaCon Chicago

SantaCon Chicago brings together hundreds of festive crawlers for a holiday bar crawl in Illinois. Expect multiple participating bars and venues across Chicago, IL, drink specials at every stop, and a sea of Santa suits, ugly Christmas sweaters, elf outfits, and creative holiday costumes.

This isn’t just a bar crawl — it’s a full-blown holiday experience. Whether you’re a SantaCon veteran or a first-timer, you’ll have a blast crawling through Chicago’s nightlife scene with hundreds of other Santas.

Ticket Information

• FREE PROMO — Limited free tickets (while they last)
• Early Bird — $11.99 (best value, limited quantity)
• Group Rate — $9.99 per person (4+ Santas required)
• General Admission — $19.99
• Day of Event — $24.99

All tickets grant entry to every participating bar on the crawl.

Important Information

• Age Requirement: This is a 21+ only event. Valid government-issued photo ID is required at check-in. No exceptions.
• Dress Code: Santa suits, holiday costumes, ugly Christmas sweaters — the more festive the better!
• Event Time: 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Check-In Window: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM at PB&J: Pizza Beer and Jukebox, 205 N Peoria St
• All ticket sales are final. No refunds.

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Disclaimer: Must be 21 years or older to attend with a valid form of government issued ID. All drink specials and participating bars are subject to change at the venue’s discretion. There are no refunds as all sales are final. Only in the event of a cancellation refunds will be issued. If you are unable to make the event you may transfer your ticket to someone else.