SantaCon in Anchorage, AK

A 2026 date for Anchorage is not confirmed in the data behind this page, so we are not listing one here. Check the Anchorage event page for the latest status, since it is the source for scheduling. Other cities' dates are not a promise for Anchorage, so wait for a date on the event page. Hold off on non-refundable travel until a date is confirmed.

The Anchorage event follows the SantaCon tradition of festive costumes, a crowd in holiday gear and a night out across bars. Each city's event is organized on its own, so what you find in Anchorage may not mirror SantaCon elsewhere. The Anchorage event page holds the details that apply to this city. Going with friends makes it easier, since the night is more fun in a group.

Any ticket options for Anchorage are shown on the event page, and nothing here guarantees availability or a price. Look for the exact event name and city before you pay, because several SantaCon listings exist nationwide. Take a quick screenshot of your ticket in case service is slow inside a crowded bar. Compare any bundle options only after confirming the date matches your plans.

Participating bars and the route are not named on this page. Open the SantaCon Anchorage event page for whatever the organizer has posted. Route information may be released in stages as the event gets closer. Save the event details to your phone before leaving home. Ask your group to pick a backup meeting spot in case you get separated.

Costumes are the point: think Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves or anything holiday-themed that you can move around in. December in Alaska can be freezing, so plan a warm base layer under the costume and bring gloves. Comfortable shoes matter because you will be walking between bars. Test the outfit at home so you know it stays put.

Bar crawls are built around alcohol service, and the legal drinking age in Alaska is 21, so expect a 21+ crowd. If your group includes anyone under 21, check the event page before you plan around them. Name a sober driver or schedule a rideshare in advance. Do not lend your ID to anyone, since it will not work for them.

Bring only what you need: ID, a payment method, your phone and a charger. Take photos early, while costumes still look their best. Respect each bar's rules and capacity limits. Never leave a drink unattended.