SantaCon in Essex, VT

At the moment, Essex has no confirmed SantaCon event in our data. That could change if an event is added later, so check back. Please do not rely on listings from other years, because dates change annually. Meanwhile, other cities have confirmed dates, so look at their pages.

Check back on this page, which is where a Essex event would show up once listed. Searching again closer to December can also turn up listings. Our list of dated cities spans three December weekends. Until then, dated cities elsewhere on the list are the better bet for planning.

Because this is a bar crawl, assume 21+ entry and bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Individual bars can set stricter entry rules than the law requires. Never drive after drinking; plan a ride before you go. Do not lend your ID to anyone, since it will not work for them.

Other dated cities in surrounding states include Boston, MA (Dec 5). Check each event page for the date that fits your plans. Compare the event pages rather than assuming the schedule matches. Dates and details can change, so recheck each event page before you travel.

The theme is Santa and the holidays, so a red outfit with a Santa hat is the easy starting point. Dress for the cold with insulated boots, warm socks and a costume that works with a winter jacket. Skip costume pieces that are hard to carry or that block other guests. Test the outfit at home so you know it stays put.

Bring only what you need: ID, a payment method, your phone and a charger. Wear comfortable shoes, because you will be on your feet. Pick one person in the group to keep an eye on everyone's ride home. Never leave a drink unattended.

It is a costumed holiday bar crawl, with Santa suits and holiday outfits as the common thread. The format began in San Francisco in the 1990s and has been copied widely. This page gives Essex searchers a place to check status. Dates announced so far elsewhere are all in December.