- Event Overview
About
San Antonio, TX
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawls
San Antonio’s Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl brings the River Walk’s beloved bar culture and Alamo City holiday spirit to the holiday sweater tradition in one of the most beautiful and historically significant cities in Texas. The River Walk and the surrounding bar districts are the heart of San Antonio nightlife and on ugly sweater night the combination of Tex-Mex culture, the River Walk holiday light display, and the excellent bar community creates a holiday celebration of extraordinary beauty and warmth.
Our San Antonio route moves through the River Walk and the surrounding bar district, stopping at venues that represent the full quality of what San Antonio’s extraordinary bar scene has built. The ugly sweater competition in San Antonio draws on the rich Tex-Mex cultural tradition and the entries reflect that blend of Texas scale and Mexican holiday warmth in ways that are uniquely San Antonio.
December in San Antonio is mild, typically ranging from 45 to 62 degrees at night. The Alamo City winter is brief and the River Walk decorated with thousands of holiday lights is one of the most spectacular holiday settings in America. Walking between venues along the River Walk in an ugly sweater with the Christmas lights reflecting on the water is a genuinely magical experience.
Our hosts manage the San Antonio route with local knowledge. Specials are confirmed, wristbands handle entry at every stop, and the ugly sweater contest brings Alamo City creativity to the holiday season.
Event Detalis
Everything you need to know about the San Antonio Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
VIP Wristband
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top San Antonio Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual San Antonio 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.
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 San Antonio 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 San Antonio 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 San Antonio Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the San Antonio Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl.
Where does the crawl start?
San Antonio TX. Exact address with ticket purchase.
What is the weather like?
San Antonio TX in December averages 45 to 62 degrees at night. Mild Texas winter. Perfect outdoor 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.
