San Diego, CA

San Diego SantaCon

Pull on the red suit, take one wristband, and work through participating downtown San Diego bars in mild winter weather.

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San Diego, CA
SANTACON

San Diego SantaCon is a ticketed holiday crawl for people in Santa suits, elf outfits and antlers. Check in, take your wristband, and drift between participating bars, claiming whatever deals each one offers. The San Diego Trolley has stations for both the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy, so reaching downtown without a car is possible. San Diego winters are mild. Other San Diego holiday events are separate, so confirm you booked this one. The check-in venue, bar lineup and schedule are sent in your event information once confirmed, so read it before you leave home.

THE EVENT DETAILS

Everything important, without the wall of text.

One wristband

Check in once, then show your wristband at each participating bar on the route.

Event route

A digital map lays out the stops, so the route fits a downtown walk.

Holiday drink specials

Participating bars set the deals. Buying the drinks is still on you.

Christmas party energy

Santa suits, elf outfits and antlers set the look, and San Diego's mild winter keeps the costume comfortable.

WHAT YOU GET WITH YOUR TICKET

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

Participating Bar Access

Entry to participating San Diego bars on the crawl, using your wristband.

Exclusive Drink Specials

Specials are set by the participating bars; the drinks themselves are still paid for.

Event Wristband

Collected at check-in and kept on your wrist for the entire crawl.

Digital Crawl Map

Maps out the participating stops, with the pace left up to you.

Festive Party Atmosphere

Plenty of Santas, elves and reindeer sharing the same downtown sidewalks.

Photo-Ready Moments

Group costumes and a downtown backdrop make easy photos.

PARTICIPATING VENUES

San Diego’s participating bars are confirmed in your event information and shown on the digital map, so follow the lineup you receive. Lineups can change, and each bar sets its own deals. The Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy are San Diego neighborhoods, but your map decides the route.

SIMPLE STEPS

From booking your pass to enjoying the final stop.

Buy Your Ticket

Order the San Diego ticket sized for your group online. Every sale is final, so lock in your plans before you pay.

Check In & Get Your Wristband

Arrive at the confirmed check-in venue with a valid government-issued photo ID, and leave with your wristband and digital map.

Visit Bars & Enjoy

Stroll bar by bar as you like, ask each one about its event deals and leave the wristband on.

Keep the Celebration Going

Go home whenever you are done. Any extra plans for the close of the event will be in your event information.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The essentials for planning your San Diego SantaCon

What is San Diego SantaCon?

San Diego SantaCon is a ticketed holiday bar crawl, guests in Santa gear visit participating San Diego bars on a single wristband. A ticket is required, and other SantaCon-style events are separate.

Where do I check in?

Where you check in is named in the event information sent with your ticket. Head there first, because the wristband and digital map are only given out at check-in, and check the window beforehand.

Can I join the crawl late?

Late arrival depends on the check-in window in your event information, so read it before you plan your day. You still need to check in to receive your wristband and map.

How old do I need to be?

The age rule is 21 or older, with a valid government-issued photo ID in hand. Carry the physical card, since a phone photo may be turned away at check-in or the bars.

Do I have to visit every bar?

No. Move at your own pace within the event hours and spend longer wherever you like. The digital map shows the participating stops, so you can skip or linger.

How do I get downtown without driving?

The San Diego Trolley has stations for the Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy, and rideshare is another option. Whichever you pick, plan the ride home before the first stop so the night ends smoothly.

Is this the same as other San Diego SantaCon events?

No. This page covers the ticketed bar crawl only. Other San Diego holiday gatherings may share the SantaCon name but are separate events, so check the event name and check-in details in your confirmation.

What should I wear in San Diego?

Wear a Santa suit, elf outfit or other Christmas costume. San Diego winters are mild, so a light jacket over the costume usually covers the evening, and comfortable shoes help on a walking route.

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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