- Event Overview
About
Ann Arbor, MI
July 4th Pub Crawls
Ann Arbor, Michigan runs on a downtown that was built to be walked, and on Saturday, July 4, 2026 that downtown hosts the official Red, White and Brew bar crawl. The route works Main Street and the South University side, two districts close enough together that the whole night happens on foot.
Main Street is the polished end of the Ann Arbor bar scene, a few blocks of restaurants and bars that stay busy year round. South University sits closer to campus and runs younger and louder. Putting both on one route is what gives this crawl its range, because the room changes character as the night moves.
July in Ann Arbor is the version of the city that residents keep to themselves. The University of Michigan term is out, the student population thins, and the downtown belongs to the people who live here through the winter. The Fourth is the peak of that stretch, with the bars busy and the sidewalks comfortable.
In 2026 the Semiquincentennial marks 250 years of American independence. Ann Arbor itself was founded in 1824, nearly half a century after the Declaration, and Michigan entered the Union in 1837. The University of Michigan was chartered in 1817 and moved to Ann Arbor in 1837, and the city has been shaped by it ever since.
PubCrawls.com organizes and runs it. The line-up is confirmed before July 4th, each venue’s specials are agreed in advance, and your digital route map arrives before the event. Check-in is in Main Street / South University and nothing after that needs planning.
The Ann Arbor July 4th pub crawl draws locals from Kerrytown, Burns Park and the Old West Side alongside visitors from Ypsilanti, Dexter, Saline and the broader Southeast Michigan area, plus a steady share of Michigan alumni back in town for the holiday weekend.
Event Detalis
Largest Pub Crawl Event
40,000+ Attendees
100+ Participating Bars
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- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
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VIP Event Wristband
Check in once in State Street / Capitol Square and receive your official wristband unlocking every bar on the route.
Drink Specials
Exclusive drink specials at every stop. Each bar sets up its own deals for wristband holders.
Live Music & DJs
Live DJs and entertainment at select stops throughout the Ann Arbor crawl night.
Prizes & Giveaways
Best patriotic outfit contests and raffle drawings at select stops.
Meet New People
The crawl pulls together locals and visitors from across South-Central Wisconsin on the same holiday night.
Digital Venue Map
Every ticket holder gets a digital map of the full Madison crawl route before the event.
Photo Opportunities
State Street / Capitol Square on July 4th Bar Crawl is a great setting for photos and memories.
After-Party Access
Official after party follows the main crawl. Your wristband gets you in. Details sent before July 4th Bar Crawl.
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
The 2027 Ann Arbor July 4th 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 July 4th Bar Crawl and start bar hopping.
Purchase at PubCrawls.com. Receive confirmation with all Ann Arbor event details.
Arrive at State Street / Capitol Square at 6:00 PM for your wristband and digital venue map.
Your wristband unlocks drink specials at every stop on the route.
Official after party continues after main crawl hours. Wristband required.
Event Agendas
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the Ann Arbor July 4th Bar Crawl?
The listing gives Saturday, July 3, 2027, running 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM. That is a 2027 date rather than a 2026 one, so check it against the year you are planning.
Is the University of Michigan in session?
Barely. Early July falls between spring and summer terms, so Ann Arbor is at its emptiest of students and the bars run on year-round residents instead. Downtown feels noticeably calmer than in term time.
Which part of Ann Arbor does the route use?
The Main Street blocks and the South University area are the realistic candidates. Your confirmed check-in venue and participating lineup come with the ticket confirmation. The two are a short walk apart at most.
Is the Art Fair on that weekend?
Not quite. The Ann Arbor Art Fair lands later in July, so a July 3 crawl runs before the town fills with the several hundred thousand people that event brings.
What is the weather like in Ann Arbor then?
Warm and often humid, usually in the 80s in the afternoon and mild after dark. The 5:00 PM start is in full daylight, which lasts until around nine here.
Are Main Street patios open that evening?
Yes, and they are the point in early July. Ann Arbor's Main Street runs a strong patio and street-dining season, which changes the shape of an evening considerably.
Does Ann Arbor empty out for the holiday?
Partly. A good number of residents head for the lakes up north over the Fourth, which makes downtown busy but not as crushed as a football Saturday.
How do I get home from Ann Arbor that night?
Yes. Rideshare demand across Washtenaw County peaks on a holiday Saturday, and the trip out to the surrounding townships is a real drive rather than a walk.
