- Event Overview
About
Portland OR, OR
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawls
Portland’s Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl brings the Rose City’s extraordinary bar and craft brewery culture to the holiday sweater tradition in one of America’s most creatively celebrated cities. The Pearl District and the Division Street corridor are two of the finest bar neighborhoods in the Pacific Northwest and on ugly sweater night the combination of Keep Portland Weird energy, the extraordinary craft bar culture, and the warm Portland community creates a holiday celebration that is completely and unmistakably Portland.
Our Portland route moves through the Pearl District and the surrounding bar district, stopping at venues that represent the extraordinary quality of what Portland’s bar and brewery culture has built. The ugly sweater competition in Portland draws on the creative energy of one of America’s most artistically vibrant cities and the entries are consistently the most inventive, original, and genuinely surprising of any ugly sweater event on the West Coast.
December in Portland is cold and rainy, typically ranging from 35 to 45 degrees at night, with Pacific Northwest rainfall. The Oregon winter rain creates a coziness in the bar community that enhances the ugly sweater crawl and the Pearl District holiday decorations are beautiful. The Portland bar community has the warmth and creative excellence that makes this city one of the best pub crawl destinations in America.
Our hosts manage the Portland route with local knowledge. Specials are confirmed, wristbands handle entry at every stop, and the ugly sweater contest brings Keep Portland Weird creativity to the holiday season.
Event Detalis
Everything you need to know about the Portland OR Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
VIP Wristband
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Portland OR Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual Portland OR Ugly Sweater Bar 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.
Ugly Sweater Contest
The most outrageous sweater wins a prize.
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 Portland OR 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 Portland OR 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 Portland OR Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Portland OR Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
Where does the crawl start?
Portland OR. Exact address with ticket purchase.
What is the weather like?
Portland OR in December averages 35 to 45 degrees at night. Cold rainy Pacific Northwest winter. Rain jacket recommended.
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.
