Oakland, CA

Oakland SantaCon

Pull on the red suit, collect one wristband and work your way through participating Oakland bars at your own speed. Tickets are open now.

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Oakland, CA
SANTACON

Oakland SantaCon is a ticketed crawl for adults 21 and over in Santa suits, elf hats and reindeer gear. Check in for a wristband, then hop between participating bars on your own timing and pick up event deals en route. Oakland sits in the East Bay and is a hub for BART, so reaching the crawl without a car is realistic. Your digital map lists each stop, so you can skip the guesswork between bars. Where to check in, which bars take part and how the day runs are all spelled out in the event information you receive after confirmation.

THE EVENT DETAILS

Everything important, without the wall of text.

One wristband

Collect it at check-in, then show it at participating Oakland bars.

Event route

A digital map shows the participating stops, so you can plan around BART.

Holiday drink specials

Each participating bar sets its own deals, and your drinks are still billed to you.

Christmas party energy

Santa suits over a light jacket and a rain layer suit cool, wet East Bay winters.

WHAT YOU GET WITH YOUR TICKET

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

Participating Bar Access

Your wristband gets you through the door of participating Oakland bars.

Exclusive Drink Specials

Specials are set by participating bars, while drinks are paid for by you.

Event Wristband

Put on at check-in and left on until the crawl ends.

Digital Crawl Map

Lists the participating stops so you can go at your pace.

Festive Party Atmosphere

Santas, elves and reindeer sharing the participating bars.

Photo-Ready Moments

Matching costumes and a crew of strangers in red make easy group shots.

PARTICIPATING VENUES

The participating Oakland bars are confirmed through your event information and shown on the digital map, so treat the map as the final word on your route. Lineups can change, and each bar sets its own specials. Follow the map rather than assuming where the night will go.

SIMPLE STEPS

From booking your pass to enjoying the final stop.

Buy Your Ticket

Pick the Oakland ticket that fits your party and pay online. Every sale is final, so confirm plans first.

Check In & Get Your Wristband

Take valid government-issued photo ID to the confirmed check-in venue to collect your wristband and the digital map.

Visit Bars & Enjoy

Walk or ride between participating bars at your own pace, ask about event deals and keep the wristband on.

Keep the Celebration Going

Finish when you like. Anything extra planned for the end of the night will appear in your event information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The essentials for planning your Oakland SantaCon

What is Oakland SantaCon?

A ticket is required to join. Oakland SantaCon is a paid holiday bar crawl in which guests in Santa gear use one wristband at participating bars.

When does the Oakland crawl start?

Check the event details at the top of this page for times. Your check-in venue and window come with your ticket information.

Where do I check in?

Your check-in venue is sent with your ticket and event information rather than posted here. Go there before any bar, because the wristband and digital map are handed out at check-in.

What does my ticket include?

Your ticket gets you an event wristband, entry to participating bars, their deals and a digital crawl map. Drinks are charged separately, and tiers can differ.

How old do I have to be?

Entry requires age 21 or older plus a valid government-issued photo ID at check-in. Carry the physical card, since a phone photo may be turned down.

Can I get there on BART?

BART serves Oakland, so riding in beats driving after drinks. Look up the current BART schedule before you go, and plan your trip home before your first stop.

What is the Oakland weather like for the crawl?

Oakland winters are cool and wet, with highs near 60 degrees Fahrenheit and lows in the mid 40s. Wear a light jacket or rain layer over your costume, plus comfortable shoes.

Do I have to visit every bar?

No. Skip stops, linger at others and set your own pace within event hours. The digital map lists participating bars so your group can choose the ones that suit it.

GET YOUR SANTACON TICKET

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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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