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San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl 2026: Date, Check-In, Tickets & What’s Included
The San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl 2026 is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM in downtown San Jose. Check in between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, 73 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110. PubCrawls.com organizes the night, and it is 21+ with valid government-issued photo ID.
What’s included with your ticket
- Free entry to every participating bar (no cover)
- Holiday drink specials at every participating bar
- Free after party at a participating venue
- Food specials at select venues
- Live DJ at select venues
- Professional photographer at the event
- PubCrawls.com branded 2026 wristband
- Scan & Go digital bar map: scan your wristband, select your city and visit the participating bars in any order, at your own pace
How the night works
Arrive between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM, show your ticket (phone or printed) and ID to check-in staff, and get your wristband and the digital map. Scan your wristband with Scan & Go, select San Jose, and visit the participating bars in any order, at your own pace, until 10:00 PM. Finish the night at the free after party at a participating venue. Drinks are not included in the ticket; your wristband unlocks the holiday drink specials at every participating bar.
Tickets and prices
Tickets are sold on Eventbrite. FREE tickets go to the first 100 crawlers (one per order) and are on sale until December 12 or until they run out. From December 13, the Group Rate for 4 or more is $14.99 per person, General Admission is $19.99, and Day of Event tickets are $24.99. Eventbrite adds fees. All sales are final, and tickets are transferable.
Where the San Jose crawl goes
The Old Wagon is on North San Pedro Street at San Pedro Square, the downtown cluster of restaurants and bars around San Pedro Square Market. A few blocks southeast, the SoFA District, short for South of First Area, runs along South First Street with bars, live music rooms and late-night spots. The full lineup of participating bars is posted closer to the date, and every one is on the digital map you get at check-in.
Getting there and what to wear
VTA light rail runs through downtown on First and Second Streets, and Caltrain stops at San Jose Diridon Station on the west edge of downtown. BART riders can use Berryessa/North San Jose and connect by VTA bus or rideshare, and downtown has several city garages near San Pedro Square if you drive. December evenings are mild, typically in the 40s with occasional rain. Your ugly sweater or Santa suit may be enough on a dry night, but bring a light jacket for later. Christmas in the Park at Plaza de Cesar Chavez makes a festive stop on the way.
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Holiday Drink Specials
Free Entry, No Cover
Free After Party
San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl Check-In
Check in 4:00–7:00 PM at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, 73 N San Pedro Street. Bring your ticket (phone or printed) and photo ID. VTA light rail and Caltrain both reach downtown.
Check in at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, 73 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110, between 4:00 PM and 7:00 PM. Every participating bar is on the Scan & Go digital map you get at check-in, and the full lineup is posted closer to the date.
The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill
73 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110
How the Pub Crawl Works
Buy online at pubcrawls.com before the event.
Check in at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill between 4:00 and 7:00 PM. Bring your ticket and photo ID.
Collect your 2026 wristband. The crawl runs until 10:00 PM, then the free after party.
Scan your wristband, select your city and follow the digital map to the participating bars in any order.
Event Agendas
Check-In Opens at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill
Show your ticket and photo ID to get your 2026 wristband and the Scan & Go digital map.
Scan & Go Bar Crawl Starts
Visit the participating bars in any order, at your own pace. No cover, holiday drink specials at every bar.
Check-In Closes
Last chance to pick up your wristband.
Crawl Ends, Free After Party
Head to the free after party at a participating venue. Plan a safe ride home.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl 2026?
The San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM, and after that you can visit the participating bars in any order, at your own pace, until 10:00 PM. PubCrawls.com organizes the event.
Where and when is check-in for the San Jose crawl?
Check-in runs from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, 73 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110. Show your ticket on your phone or printed, plus valid photo ID, and you'll get your 2026 wristband and the Scan & Go digital map. Check-in closes at 7:00 PM, so arrive before then.
What's included with a San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl ticket?
Every ticket includes no cover at participating bars, holiday drink specials at every participating bar, a free after party, food specials and a live DJ at select venues, a professional photographer, a branded 2026 wristband and the Scan & Go digital bar map. Drinks are not included; your wristband unlocks the specials and you pay at the bar.
How much are tickets, and are there free tickets?
Yes. FREE tickets go to the first 100 crawlers, one per order, on sale until December 12 or until they run out. From December 13, the Group Rate for 4 or more is $14.99 per person, General Admission is $19.99 and Day of Event tickets are $24.99. Eventbrite adds fees. All sales are final, but tickets are transferable.
What should I wear to the San Jose Christmas Bar Crawl?
Ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa outfits and Christmas costumes are all strongly encouraged. San Jose evenings in December are typically in the 40s, so a sweater and light jacket usually do the trick. Pack an umbrella if winter rain is in the forecast.
Is the San Jose crawl 21+?
Yes. Every guest must be 21 or older and show a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in, such as a driver's license, state ID or passport. California bars also check ID, so bring the physical card with you. Your wristband shows you checked in, but it does not replace your ID.
How do I get to the San Jose crawl by train?
VTA light rail runs through downtown on First and Second Streets, a short walk from San Pedro Square, and Caltrain stops at San Jose Diridon Station. BART riders can use Berryessa/North San Jose and connect by VTA bus or rideshare. Downtown city garages are available if you drive, but plan a ride home.
Can I visit Christmas in the Park before the crawl?
Yes. Christmas in the Park sets up in Plaza de Cesar Chavez in downtown San Jose each holiday season, a short walk from San Pedro Square. Visit before or after you check in, but get to The Old Wagon before check-in closes at 7:00 PM to pick up your wristband.
