- Event Overview
About
Albuquerque, NM
Santa Pub Crawls
Albuquerque’s SantaCon brings the Duke City’s bar culture and New Mexico holiday spirit to one of the most culturally layered December celebrations in the Southwest. The Nob Hill and the downtown Albuquerque bar districts have developed into a vibrant scene and when SantaCon arrives the combination of the Rio Grande valley setting, the UNM Lobos community, and the excellent local bars creates a holiday celebration with an Albuquerque character that is warm, multicultural, and genuinely New Mexico.
Albuquerque sits at the crossroads of Native American, Spanish colonial, and American frontier cultures and the SantaCon reflects that multicultural heritage. The Santa costume competition draws on the UNM community and the Albuquerque arts and cultural community and the entries often blend Native American, Spanish, and contemporary New Mexican traditions in Santa interpretations that are inventive, colorful, and completely Duke City.
December in Albuquerque is cold at high desert altitude, typically ranging from 25 to 40 degrees at night. The Rio Grande Valley winter has a high desert character and the Nob Hill bar community provides warm, New Mexico-hospitality hospitality with excellent green and red chile to accompany the SantaCon route.
Specials confirmed at every stop, wristbands handle entry, and the Santa competition celebrates Duke City multicultural creativity.
Event Details
Everything you need to know about the largest SantaCon pub crawl in Albuquerque.
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top SantaCon Bar Crawl in Albuquerque.
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual SantaCon pub crawl
100+ 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.
Santa Costume Award
Top Santa of the night takes home the prize. Judging runs all evening.
Stop-by-Stop Specials
Drink specials negotiated with every bar on the SantaCon route.
Wristband Entry
One wristband covers every venue from first stop to last call.
Scan & Go Digital Map
Scan your wristband, select your city and follow the digital bar map. Visit the participating bars in any order, at your own pace.
Priority Access
Express entry at participating bars means less waiting, more celebrating.
Vetted Bar Selection
Every stop hand-selected for vibe, space, and Santa-season drink quality.
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
Explore the most popular bars and nightlife venues in Albuquerque during the SantaCon pub crawl. Each participating venue features exclusive drink specials, music, and a unique atmosphere.Albuquerque
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.
Check in between 4 PM – 8 PM. The check-in address is in your confirmation email.
Pick up your SantaCon wristband at check-in, then head out on the route.
Scan your wristband, select your city and follow the digital map to the participating bars in any order.
Event Agendas
Your complete SantaCon pub crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Albuquerque SantaCon Bar Crawl 2026
What do I wear?
A Santa costume is the theme. Full suit, Santa hat, or creative Santa spin all work.
Where does it start?
Albuquerque NM. Exact address in your ticket confirmation email.
What's the weather like in December?
Albuquerque NM in December averages 25 to 40 degrees. Cold high desert New Mexico winter. Layer under your Santa suit.
What is included?
Wristband, drink specials at every stop, and the costume contest.
Is there a group option?
Groups of ten or more receive priority entry. Contact pubcrawls.com for group packages.
Age requirement?
21 and over. Valid photo ID required at check-in.
Can I buy tickets at the door?
Subject to availability. Advance purchase strongly recommended.
How many bars are on the route?
Typically four to six stops. Full route details in your confirmation.
