Get ready to unleash your inner ghost and goblin at the San Jose Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl on October 19 in San Jose, California! This thrilling event will take place from 4 PM to 11 PM at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, located at 73 North San Pedro Street, San Jose, CA 95110. Whether you’re a vampire, a witch, or just looking to have a hauntingly good time, this bar crawl promises a night filled with spooky fun and chilling drinks.
What to Expect
This isn’t your average night out; it’s a chance to explore some of San Jose's best bars while dressed in your most creative Halloween costume. The bar crawl will feature over four venues, each offering generous drink specials and themed cocktails that will make your taste buds tingle. Here’s what’s included with your ticket:
- Free entry into participating bars
- A pub crawl wristband for access
- A custom digital map to guide you through the night
- Low drink specials that won’t break the bank
- Tasty holiday-themed drinks
- Select food specials
- A chance to win a $2000 prize value costume contest
The Crawl Route
Participants will kick off the evening at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill, where check-in runs from 4 PM to 8 PM. Once you’ve checked in, you’ll receive your wristband and map detailing the participating bars and their drink specials. The atmosphere will be buzzing with excitement as hundreds of fellow crawlers join in on the fun. Here are some of the bars you can expect to visit during the crawl:
- The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill (Check-in location)
- Various other local favorites (details provided at check-in)
Costume Contest
What’s Halloween without a little friendly competition? Dress to impress because there’s a social media costume contest with prizes worth up to $2000! To enter, simply post a picture of yourself in costume during the crawl and tag @pubcrawlers on Instagram. This is your chance to show off your creativity and possibly snag some awesome prizes.
Drink Specials
One of the highlights of any bar crawl is the drink specials. Expect themed cocktails that scream Halloween and low-priced drinks that will keep your spirits high throughout the night. Each venue will have its own unique offerings, so be sure to sample as many as you can!
Tips for a Spooktacular Night
- Plan Your Costume: Get creative! Whether you want to go spooky, funny, or downright bizarre, make sure your costume is something you'll be comfortable wearing all night.
- Stay Hydrated: With all those delicious drinks flowing, don’t forget to drink water in between cocktails to keep yourself hydrated.
- Pace Yourself: It’s easy to get carried away when you’re having fun, but pacing yourself ensures you can enjoy the entire evening without feeling overwhelmed.
- Bring Friends: The more, the merrier! Grab your friends and make it a group outing. There’s safety in numbers, plus it’s always more fun to share laughs and memories.
- Capture the Moments: Don’t forget to take plenty of photos throughout the night! You’ll want to remember all the fun you had.
The San Jose Halloween Weekend Bar Crawl is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events of October. With its mix of great bars, festive drinks, and a lively crowd, it’s an experience that promises laughter and memories that will last long after Halloween has passed.
So grab your tickets now before they vanish into thin air—this is one spooky soirée you won’t want to miss! Make sure you're ready for an unforgettable night filled with laughter, frights, and maybe even a few surprises along the way.
Sources: pubcrawls.com, eventbrite.com
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