- Event Overview
About
Des Moines, IA
Halloween Pub Crawls
Looking for the best Halloween events in Des Moines? The Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl 2026 is one of the largest Halloween nightlife experiences in the city, bringing together thousands of attendees for a night of costumes, exclusive drink specials, and access to multiple participating bars across Des Moines.
Whether you’re searching for Des Moines Halloween bar crawl events, Halloween parties in Des Moines, or things to do in Des Moines on Halloween weekend, this is one of the top nightlife experiences in the city.
The Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl is a multi-venue nightlife event that gives guests access to participating bars throughout Des Moines for one coordinated Halloween celebration.
Instead of staying in one location, attendees move between venues while enjoying Halloween-themed drinks, costume contests, and curated nightlife experiences across the city.
Event Details
Everything you need to know about Des Moines’ largest Halloween pub crawl.
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Halloween Bar Crawl in Des Moines.
40,000+ Attendees Nationwide
Thousands join the annual Halloween pub crawl
100+ Participating Bars
Crawl the Best Bars in Des Moines
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.
Des Moines Bar Access
Access to multiple participating Des Moines bars
| Halloween Drink Perks |
October 31st tickets include
2–3 complimentary drinks or shots.
Drink Specials
Exclusive Halloween Drink Specials and themed cocktails at select venues!
| Party Vibes All Night |
Live DJs at select venues
| Event Wristband |
Official event branded PubCrawls.com wristband
| Crawl Map |
Digital 3D Bar Crawl Map
Photo Ops
Professional Photographer / Videographer
Squad-Friendly Fun
Group-friendly Halloween nightlife experience!
After-Party Access
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
Explore Des Moines’ most popular bars and nightlife venues during the Halloween 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 Halloween pub crawl and start bar hopping.
Choose your city and event, then purchase your pub crawl ticket online.
Meet event staff at the check-in spot to receive your event wristband and digital venue map.
Hop between participating bars, enjoy drink specials, and experience the nightlife with fellow pub crawl guests.
End the night at the final venue with music, dancing, and the full pub crawl group celebration.
Event Agendas
Your complete Halloween pub crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl 2026
What is the Des Moines Halloween Bar Crawl?
An organized Halloween crawl through participating Des Moines bars on a single ticket. Check in with staff, collect a wristband and digital route map, then move through the venues with Halloween drink specials and themed cocktails at each stop.
When is the Des Moines crawl in 2026?
Saturday, October 24 from 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and Saturday, October 31 from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The Halloween-night window opens an hour earlier, so double-check your start time rather than assuming both dates run the same hours.
Which downtown district does the route use?
Des Moines nightlife sits mainly in the Court Avenue district and across the river in the East Village, both compact and walkable. The check-in venue and full participating lineup come through with your ticket confirmation.
Is Court Avenue walkable from the East Village?
It is a real walk, roughly across the Des Moines River, and it is exposed to the wind in late October. If your night moves between the two sides, plan on a short ride rather than treating it as a stroll between stops.
Can I use the skywalk?
The downtown skywalk system is genuinely useful for staying out of the cold, but its hours are limited and it does not run late into the night or reach the Court Avenue bars directly. Do not build your night around it.
How cold does it get in Des Moines?
Central Iowa in late October is cold once the sun goes down, often in the 30s and 40s with wind on top. Every venue on the route is indoors, so the practical approach is a costume that layers under a coat you can check.
Does the crawl have a costume contest?
Yes, run as a social media costume contest, with a professional photographer and videographer covering the route. Entry is included with your ticket. You can join the crawl without a costume, but you will not be in the contest.
Where do I park near Court Avenue?
The downtown ramps near Court Avenue and the ones serving the East Village are the reliable options, and both put you inside walking distance. Street parking around Court Avenue is limited and turns over fast on a Saturday night.
