- Event Overview
About
Bakersfield, CA
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawls
Bakersfield’s Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl brings the country music capital of California’s bar culture and Central Valley holiday spirit to the holiday sweater tradition. Downtown Bakersfield and the surrounding bar district have developed into one of the most authentic bar scenes in California and on ugly sweater night the combination of country music heritage, honest working-class character, and the genuine Bakersfield community creates a holiday celebration with a California authenticity that the coast rarely achieves.
Our Bakersfield route moves through downtown and the surrounding bar district, stopping at venues that represent the country and rock culture that has made Bakersfield famous in American music history. The ugly sweater competition in Bakersfield draws on the honest, unpretentious creativity of a community that has never needed to perform sophistication and the entries reflect that genuine, unaffected character.
December in Bakersfield is mild, typically ranging from 38 to 55 degrees at night. The Central Valley winter is brief and downtown Bakersfield in December has a holiday energy that combines country music tradition with California warmth. The bar community here is welcoming and the ugly sweater tradition has a natural home in a city that knows how to have an honest good time.
Our hosts manage the Bakersfield route with local knowledge. Specials are confirmed, wristbands handle entry at every stop, and the ugly sweater contest brings Central Valley creativity to the holiday season.
Event Detalis
Everything you need to know about the Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
VIP Wristband
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
100+ Participating Bars
Organized Event
- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
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Ugly Sweater Contest
The most outrageous sweater wins a prize. Wear your best worst holiday creation.
Welcome Drink at Check-In
Included with your ticket.
Drink Specials at Every Stop
Exclusive holiday pricing throughout the route.
Official 2025 Wristband
One wristband for every venue on the crawl.
On-Site Hosts
Our team manages the route and the sweater competition.
VIP Entry at Select Venues
Priority access at participating bars.
Holiday Party Gear
Festive accessories at check-in.
Pub Crawl Route
The crawl covers the best bars in the city’s top bar neighborhood.
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
The 2026 Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl route runs through State Street / Capitol Square. All stops within walking distance. Full lineup sent to ticket holders before the event.
How the Pub Crawl Works
Four simple steps to join the Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl and start bar hopping.
Purchase at pubcrawls.com.
7:00 PM. Address with ticket confirmation.
Welcome drink, wristband, holiday gear. Route starts at 7:30 PM.
Hosts guide the group through venues all evening.
Event Agendas
Your complete Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Bakersfield Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
Where does the crawl start?
Bakersfield CA. Exact address with ticket purchase.
What is the weather like?
Bakersfield CA in December averages 38 to 55 degrees at night. Mild Central Valley winter. Great weather.
Is there a dress code?
Ugly sweaters are the theme. The more outrageous the better.
What is included?
Welcome drink, wristband, drink specials, holiday gear, ugly sweater contest.
Group bookings?
Ten or more get priority entry. Contact pubcrawls.com.
Age requirement?
21 and over with valid ID.
Can I buy at the door?
Subject to availability. Buy in advance.
Is the event walkable?
Yes. All venues are within walking distance on the route.
