Arlington VA SantaCon

Costumes on, wristband fastened, participating Arlington bars ahead. Read the details below and select your ticket.

DATE

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Time

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Location

This is a 21+ holiday bar crawl that runs on tickets. Register at check-in, wear the wristband, and visit participating bars in any order while dressed as Santa, an elf or a reindeer. Arlington is a county directly across the Potomac from Washington, D.C., and Clarendon, on the Metro’s Orange and Silver Lines, is known for an active nightlife scene. Your digital map shows which bars take part. Check-in venue, bar lineup and schedule details will be added to your event information once confirmed.

THE EVENT DETAILS

Everything important, without the wall of text.

One wristband

A single wristband from check-in is your pass through the participating bars.

Event route

Your digital map shows the participating bars and leaves the order to you.

Holiday drink specials

Specials differ by bar, and drinks are paid for on your own tab.

Christmas party energy

Dress as Santa, an elf or a reindeer, and pick shoes you can walk in.

WHAT YOU GET WITH YOUR TICKET

The essentials that make this SantaCon crawl easy to join and fun to explore.

Participating Bar Access

Bars taking part in the Arlington crawl admit you on the strength of your wristband.

Exclusive Drink Specials

Participating bars offer deals; no drinks are included automatically.

Event Wristband

Given to you once at check-in; hang onto it all crawl.

Digital Crawl Map

A digital map keeps the participating bars in one place.

Festive Party Atmosphere

Guests dressed as Santas, elves and reindeer.

Photo-Ready Moments

Matching costumes and festive crowds make photos easy.

PARTICIPATING VENUES

The participating Arlington bars come with your event information and appear on the digital map, and the lineup can change. Every bar sets its own specials. Clarendon is a well-known nightlife area in the county, but the map, not the neighborhood, determines your route.

SIMPLE STEPS

From booking your pass to enjoying the final stop.

Buy Your Ticket

Choose an Arlington ticket and complete checkout. All sales are final, so double-check your group's plans first.

Check In & Get Your Wristband

Carry a valid government-issued photo ID to the confirmed check-in venue, where you receive your wristband and digital map.

Visit Bars & Enjoy

Visit the participating bars in whatever order suits you, mention the event specials and keep the wristband on.

Keep the Celebration Going

Stay as long as you like. Plans for the end of the crawl, if any, appear in your event information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The essentials for planning your Arlington VA SantaCon

What is Arlington SantaCon?

Go in expecting a ticketed holiday bar crawl, costumes, one wristband and a map of participating bars. This page covers that ticketed crawl, separate from other Santa or holiday crawls around Arlington.

When does Arlington SantaCon start?

Find the start time in the event details on this page once it is confirmed. The date, start time and check-in window will appear there and in your ticket information.

Is this Arlington, Virginia?

Yes, this page covers Arlington, Virginia, the county across the Potomac from Washington, D.C. Your event information names the check-in venue, so confirm you are heading to the right place.

Can I take Metro to Clarendon?

Confirm Metro schedules and service alerts yourself before traveling. Clarendon station is on the Orange and Silver Lines; train times and fares are not listed here.

What ID do I need to bring?

A valid government-issued photo ID is mandatory, and 21 is the minimum age. Carry the physical card, since bars check ID on their own, wristband or not.

Do I need to hit every bar?

No. Pick the participating bars that suit your group and move at your own pace within the event hours. The digital map lists them all, and the order is yours.

Does the ticket include drinks?

Not automatically. Your ticket covers the wristband, participating bar access, deals offered by participating bars and the digital map, while drinks are paid for individually. Read your ticket description for tier differences.

Can we book as a group?

Yes, and the form lower on this page is the place to start. A team of 20 or more can inquire about discounts, VIP perks, reserved check-in and private party packages.

GET YOUR SANTACON TICKET

Pick your pass and get ready to join the party.

No dates available.

Disclaimer

Disclaimer: Must be 21 years or older to attend with a valid form of government issued id. There are no refunds as all sales are final. If you cannot make the event, you may be able to transfer your ticket to a friend or exchange another applicable event. All participating bars and or drink specials are always subject to change at the venues discretion.

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