- Event Overview
About
New Orleans, LA
Santa Pub Crawls
New Orleans’s SantaCon brings the Crescent City’s bar culture and Louisiana holiday spirit to the most uniquely American December celebration on the entire SantaCon calendar. The French Quarter, the Marigny, and the Magazine Street bar corridor are the heart of New Orleans nightlife and when SantaCon arrives the combination of the world’s greatest bar city heritage, the New Orleans live music culture, and the exceptional local bars creates a holiday celebration that is unlike any other in the country.
New Orleans invented the concept of the great American pub crawl and SantaCon in the Crescent City carries that heritage with appropriate gravity. The Santa costume competition draws on the Mardi Gras costume tradition and the result is the finest, most elaborately constructed Santa competition in the country. New Orleans parade culture, bead-throwing tradition, and the city’s year-round celebration energy all feed into a SantaCon that has no peer.
December in New Orleans is mild, typically ranging from 45 to 60 degrees at night. The Louisiana winter is pleasant and the French Quarter at Christmas with the balcony decorations, the live jazz flowing from every doorway, and the Santas filling Bourbon Street creates one of the most magical holiday settings in America.
Our hosts manage the New Orleans route through the French Quarter, the Marigny, and the Magazine Street bar corridor. Specials confirmed at every stop, wristbands handle entry, and the Santa competition channels the full force of New Orleans Mardi Gras costume culture.
Event Details
Everything you need to know about the largest SantaCon pub crawl in New Orleans.
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top SantaCon Bar Crawl in New Orleans.
5,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual SantaCon pub crawl
15+ Participating Bars
Organized Event
- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
Pub crawls for the biggest party holidays. Choose your event and join the party in 100+ cities across the USA.
Best Santa Contest
Naughty-or-Nice judging all night. The standout Santa wins.
Check-In Drink
Included cocktail or shot waiting for you at the first stop.
Exclusive Drink Deals
SantaCon-negotiated specials active at every bar on the route.
SantaCon Wristband
Your all-access pass for the full evening route.
Dedicated Hosts
Our staff manages check-in, the route, and the costume competition.
VIP Bar Access
Front-of-line entry at select high-demand venues.
Festive Gear Pack
Santa accessories and holiday items at check-in.
Handpicked Route
Bars chosen for their holiday spirit, capacity, and cocktail quality.
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
Explore the most popular bars and nightlife venues in New Orleans during the SantaCon pub crawl. Each participating venue features exclusive drink specials, music, and a unique atmosphere.
How the Pub Crawl Works
Four simple steps to join the SantaCon pub crawl and start bar hopping.
Purchase online at pubcrawls.com before the event.
7:00 PM. Full address sent with your ticket confirmation.
Collect your wristband, welcome drink, and holiday accessories. Route kicks off at 7:30 PM.
Hosts lead the group bar to bar. Stay with the pack for maximum SantaCon energy.
Event Agendas
Your complete SantaCon pub crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the New Orleans SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026
Do I need a Santa costume?
Yes, Santa theme is required. Full suit or Santa hat minimum. Creative interpretations welcome.
Where is check-in located?
New Orleans LA bar district. Full address emailed with your ticket.
What is December weather like there?
December in New Orleans LA averages 45 to 60 degrees. Mild Louisiana winter. Light jacket optional. New Orleans stays warm enough for comfortable SantaCon.
What comes with my ticket?
Welcome drink, wristband for all stops, bar specials throughout the route, gear pack, and costume contest entry.
Group bookings available?
Yes. Ten or more get priority entry and group pricing. Reach out at pubcrawls.com.
What is the age limit?
21+ with valid government-issued ID. No exceptions.
Last-minute tickets?
Available at the door if not sold out. Online purchase is safer.
Is the route walkable?
Yes. All stops are within walking distance of each other.
