- Event Overview
About
Santa Monica, CA
Ugly Sweater Pub Crawls
Santa Monica’s Ugly Sweater Pub Crawl brings the City by the Sea’s beloved bar culture and Southern California holiday spirit to the holiday sweater tradition. The Third Street Promenade and the surrounding bar districts are the heart of Santa Monica nightlife and on ugly sweater night the combination of Pacific Ocean setting, the celebrity culture adjacency, and the excellent bar community creates a holiday celebration that is completely Santa Monica at its most festive.
Our Santa Monica route moves through the Third Street Promenade and the surrounding bar district, stopping at venues that represent the full quality of what Santa Monica’s bar scene has built. The ugly sweater competition in Santa Monica draws on the creative energy of a city at the heart of Southern California creative culture and the entries reflect that LA County combination of entertainment industry creativity and genuine beach town fun.
December in Santa Monica is mild and beautiful, typically ranging from 52 to 65 degrees at night. The Southern California coastal winter is perfect outdoor weather and the Third Street Promenade at Christmas has a festive energy that benefits from the warm Pacific air and the spectacular holiday decorations. Santa Monica ugly sweater night with the Pacific as your backdrop is genuinely wonderful.
Our hosts manage the Santa Monica route with local knowledge. Specials are confirmed, wristbands handle entry at every stop, and the ugly sweater contest brings City by the Sea creativity to the holiday season.
Event Detalis
Everything you need to know about the Santa Monica Ugly sweater Bar Crawl.
VIP Wristband
Largest Pub Crawl Event
Top Santa Monica Ugly sweater Bar Crawl
40,000+ Attendees
Thousands join the annual Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica 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 Santa Monica Ugly sweater Bar Crawl timeline from check-in to after-party.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Santa Monica Ugly sweater Bar Crawl.
Where does the crawl start?
Santa Monica CA. Exact address with ticket purchase.
What is the weather like?
Santa Monica CA in December averages 52 to 65 degrees at night. Mild Southern California coastal 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.
