Christmas Bar Crawls, Wine Walks, and Food Festivals Around Texas Week of December 9 to 15
There seems to be no shortage of bar crawls this holiday season in the bigger Texas cities this holiday season! But it’s not all bar crawls and wine walks though, there’s also a couple of food festivals and culture events this week so there should be enough events to to keep the whole family entertained this close to Christmas!
4th Annual 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl® - Austin
The 5th Annual 12 Bars of Christmas Crawl® is coming to town Saturday December 10th, 2022 from 12pm-8pm!! Put on your best holiday onesies, Santa suits, ugly sweaters, and elf costumes! It's the most wonderful crawl of the year!
BIRTHDAY TIX! Do you have a December birthday and want to celebrate with your friends? Send us a pic of your ID and email and we'll send you a free ticket and discount code for 5 of your friends! Must be 21 years old at the time of the event!
What you get:
16oz color changing Santa stadium cup for all your drinks!
Christmas light up necklace for first 50 at registration!
Santa Hat for the first 250 at registration! While supplies last!
Wristband for entry and drink/food specials!
No cover with your ticket purchase!
Drink specials at all participating bars!
Everyone dressed in outrageous costumes!
Up to 25% off for groups!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CRAWL
REGISTRATION IS FROM 12PM-2PM AT:
SHAKESPEARE'S PUB
314 EAST 6TH STREET
AUSTIN, TX 78701
6THSTREET.COM
REGISTRATION: You'll receive your 16oz Santa Stadium Cup, Santa hat and wristband. If you can't make it by 2pm have a friend pick everything up for you and they will need to have your ticket.- Santa Hat while supplies last!
TICKETS: You MUST have a copy of your ticket with you or on your phone. Screenshots will not work, it must be the actual ticket. Tickets are transferable and not refundable. You can give your ticket to a friend to use if you cannot attend the event. If purchasing at the door it's $20 cash only!
ROUTE: You’re able to go to any of the participating bars at your leisure after you register!
SPECIALS: From 12pm-8pm. All specials are listed on the website and the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/801727207480174
INTERACTIVE MAP: Find all the drink specials and bars at www.xmasbarcrawl.com/austin
ID: DO NOT FORGET YOUR ID!! It will be checked at every participating bar that you choose to go to. All participants must be 21 years old or older.
WEATHER: Event goes on rain, snow or shine!
Participating bars
Shakespeare's Pub (Registration 12pm-2pm)
$5 fireball
$6 TX Whisky
$10 liquor pitchers
$1 off beer
The Bind Pig Pub
$5 wells
$5 domestics
$5 bomb shots
Buck Wild
$2.25 Mimosas
$2.25 wells
Buck Shot
$3.75 pickle shots
$4 Jim Beam
Burnside's Tavern
$4 Budweiser
$5 Jameson
$6 All Drafts
Dizzy Rooster
$4 Pabst Blue Ribbon Tall Boys
$5 Fireball
$6 All Deep Eddy Flavors
The Dogwood
$5 Santa's Punch
$6 Holiday Green Tea Shot
$6 Christmas Crawl Shot
The Lodge
$4 Bud Light
$5 Crown Royal and Crown Flavors
$6 32oz Christmas Liquor Pitchers
Michelada’s
$5 Absolut Mule
$5 Absolut Ritas
$5 Truly Margarita
$5 Truly Wild Berry
$5 Truly Strawberry Lemonade
$5 Dogfish Head Seaquench Sour
$5 Oktoberfest
$5 Love Conquers Ale
Peckerheads
$4 Michelob Ultra
$5 Vegas Bombs
$6 Giant Holiday Mason Jars
The Library
$3 domestic drafts
$4 jolly ranchers
$5 spiked hot chocolate
$6 winter margaritas
****DISCLAIMER**** Bar Crawl Events, LLC does not own, operate, staff, or manage the participating bars. We promote the event and list specials that we are given by the participating bars. Specials and participating bars subject to change without notice or knowledge to Bar Crawl Events, LLC or ticketholders. For additional questions or concerns regarding this, please contact the participating bars.
Be safe and have a great time! Please don't drink and drive. Call a cab, Lyft or Uber, or have someone who will be a designated driver. Must be 21 to participate. Event will go on rain, snow, or shine! Bars and bar specials subject to change at the bars discretion.
HAPPY CRAWLING!
Date and Time
Sat, December 10, 2022, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM CST
Location
Shakespeare's 314 East 6th Street Austin, TX 78701 United States
Click here for more information.
Austin Foodie Fest
Welcome to Austin's Premier Food Fest showcasing local restaurants, local eateries, local cafes and local food trucks! This festival is all things surrounding Food so please come hungry!!
Our festival will stretch over 8 Hours with over 50 different participating vendors. Outside of food there will be plenty of fun including Live Music from some of Texas best bands! Make plans to be at the 2022 Austin Foodie Fest on Sunday Dec 11th
-LIVE BANDS
-VARIETY OF FOOD VENDORS
-GAMES AND CONTESTS
-GIVEAWAYS-KIDS 8 AND UNDER ARE FREE
FUN FACTS
-Yes you can bring chairs
-No pets are allowed
-Plenty of parking near by
-Bring cash to be safe (Most vendors accept Card payment)
-Ticket can be scanned on your phone
INTERESTED IN BEING A VENDOR? PLEASE EMAIL US AT GreatStateEvents@gmail.com
Date and Time
Sun, December 11, 2022, 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM CST
Location
Republic Square 422 Guadalupe Street Austin, TX 78701 United States
Click here for more information.
2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Crawl: Fort Worth
Come get ugly with us this holiday Fort Worth!
Join us for the 2nd Annual Ugly Sweater Crawl! Get that Goodwill sweater, find those tacky holiday pants, and get ready to jingle bell ROCK on Dec. 10th. And make it to the end and get your Holiday Drawstring Bag!
What is our Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl like? First you get a ticket. You wear an ugly sweater. You come to registration party and we take care of the rest . Upon arriving to our registration party you'll get tons of awesome swag (see below). You'll be given an official lanyard & digital map to guide you & hundreds of new friends bar to bar (5+ bars) with amazing drink deals along the way. We'll have a photographer there capturing all the fun while you make it to our official after party and receive our holiday swag bag. We'll have DJ entertainment along the way for you to dance off all those drinks & make tons of memories. *see all that is included & participating bars below* Bar Crawl USA is one of the most organized crawl companies in the industry as we care about your experience. You'll enjoy our famous ugly sweater bar crawl this December. Let's get Elfed up*
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Ticket:
Holiday Drawstring Bag handed out at the after party. NEW THIS YEAR!
Ugly Sweater Crawl Koozie at registration.
Welcome shot at registration
Professional photographer on site to capture the fun
Themed Discounted Drink specials at participating bars w/ your lanyard.
Christmas movie live stream trivia during crawl for prizes
Official Bar Crawl USA lanyard.
Registration party to kick off the crawl
Ugly Sweater Digital Crawl Map to help guide you bar to bar
Official Ugly Sweater After Party
VIP Ticket:
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl Shirt
Everything included with general ticket
Want to see all our themes & events? Click here
Bar Partners & Drink Specials:
Whiskey Garden "xmas bar" registration party 5p-8pComp welcome shot upon arrival
$3 Jell-Ho Ho Ho Shots
$4 Santa's Seltzers
$4 Blitzen Brown Bag Beers
$5 Santa Helpers Shots
$7 Frozen Snow Bunny or Frosty's Frozen Coffee
DJ spinning tunes
Junk Punch - 5pm-9pm
El Chingon - 6pm-10pm
$5 Bud Light & Mich Ultra
$7 Shot or Drink: The Grinch (coco rum, melon liquor, pineapple, & grenadine)
DJ spinning for the crawl
America Gardens 7pm-11pm
-Coming soon-
-DJ on the patio
Bar 2909 - 7pm-11pm
$3 Domestic Beers
$4 Rumple Shots
$5 Christmas Rita's
Reservoir-Bar, Patio & Kitchen: Official After Party 10pm-12am*Drawstring bag hand outs starting at 11pm-12am*DJ on the dance floor: Official After Party 10pm-12am
FAQ:
Follow Bar Crawl USA to receive weekly updates including drink specials.
How will you handle Covid-19 limitations / if any?
We will follow any and all guidelines set forth by the city & state in regards to covid-19 safety measures.
Do I need a ticket?
Yes, you will not be able to get holiday draw string bag, access to trivia game, access to some bars, discounted drink specials and other giveaways if applicable.
How do I get my VIP holiday shirt?
During check in.
Do I need to go to all of the bars? Is it guided?
You do not need to visit all the bars. We will have times next to each bar when they will be staffed & ready and when you should be there for wristband & crawl awesomeness.
Do I need to print my ticket? Does it need to match my name?
No, on your phone is preferred. Ticket does not need to match attendee name.
Can friends check me in?
Yes, we just need your ticket.
21+?
This is a 21+ event.
Refunds?
We will give refunds up to 7 days from event. No exception. Within 7 days, we will ONLY do credits to future Bar Crawl USA events.
Date and Time
Saturday, December 10, 2022
5:00 PM – 11:00 PM CST
Location
2818 Morton Street, Fort Worth, TX, USA
Click here for more information.
Dallasites101 6th Annual Naughty or Nice Holiday Crawl
START GETTING IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT AND JOIN US FOR OUR 6TH ANNUAL NAUGHTY OR NICE HOLIDAY CRAWL ALONG GREENVILLE AVE!
Nothing screams holiday cheer, more than our naughty and nice bar crawl! Get your ugly sweaters, tacky Christmas gear, Santa suits, and anything else to deck out, and join us for our favorite bar crawl of the year, on December 10th from 12-5pm with an after-party from 5-7pm!
6TH ANNUAL NAUGHTY OR NICE CRAWL ON GREENVILLE This is our longest-standing event that we first introduced back in 2016, and it has continued to be a staple event of ours ever since, and one we look forward to every year and that continually sells out! Seeing everyone dressed up and having a good time is the best way to kick off the holiday spirit!
WHAT TO EXPECT Check-in locations will be the Sam's Club parking lot and Christie's. Don't miss out on our after-party spots (one being Stan's Blue Note!) and the 18+ participating bars to come!! But grab tickets early, as this event ALWAYS sells out well before December!
HOW IT WORKS Check-in at one of TWO locations on Lower Greenville and started crawling at your own pace and order! You’ll receive a guide to participating stops and their associated discounted & themed drink specials! Lively holiday tunes, decor, photo moments and costumes will flood Greenville for an epic 7-hour event. This year we have 3 Nations Brewing, Patron Reposado and Grey Goose Vodka coming in hot with their signature & exclusive drink specials!
TICKETS Tickets are $20 per person (21+ only) and include entry to the event and experience, access to the discounted specials and themed drinks, entry to the after-parties, a special commemorative swag item, and more to come!
SPONSORS Thank you to our incredible sponsors for supporting our Naughty or Nice event! Shoutout to 3 Nations Brewing who’s been with us since the beginning creating cozy beer specials just for the crawl, and Grey Goose Vodka and Patron Reposado Tequila for helping us celebrate this year! If interested in sponsoring yourself or getting involved, please email us at contact@dallasites101.com! *TICKETS ONLY THROUGH EVENTBRITE, NOT VENMO* **NO REFUNDS. However, you are able to transfer your ticket to a friend* ***Tickets DO NOT include free drinks!
Date and Time
Saturday, December 10, 2022
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST
Location
Sam's Club Now, 2218 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX, USA
Click here for more information.
12 Wines of Christmas Wine Walk
Attend the ULTIMATE Ugly Sweater Christmas party of the year at the 12 Wines of Christmas Wine Walk! Experience the charm of a real-life Hallmark movie while sipping on festive wine and wine cocktails inside local downtown boutiques, and stay around after the event for the holiday Parade of Lights! Find one-of-a-kind holiday gifts and explore the uniquely McKinney Christmas festivities including a Christmas Carousel, the holiday parade, and other holiday treats! When you arrive and check in on the lawn of McKinney Performing Arts Center, you’ll receive a souvenir wine glass, glass lanyard, and an event passport that will guide you through a winter wonderland wine journey! Lone Star Wine Cellars is offering their premium wines distributed to 20+ charming shops of Downtown McKinney. Get your wine passport stamped at 12 shops and return your completed passport to Santa's Wine Workshop at Lone Star Wine Cellars for a bonus taste and Holiday Wine Discounts! VIP ticket holders get 3 additional bonus tastes and enjoy flexible all-day check-in!
TICKET OPTIONS: Choose your arrival time window when you purchase a General Admission ticket or upgrade to the VIP experience to enjoy flexible all-day check-in and additional VIP perks!
General Admission $30 + tax: General admission tickets include a souvenir wine glass, glass lanyard, a wine passport for 12 delicious tastes of wine, and 1 bonus taste at Santa's Wine Workshop!
VIP Admission $45 + tax: VIP experience includes all the Christmas magic of general admission and more! Your ticket includes 12 delicious tastes of wine, 3 bonus tastes, and the convenience of flexible all-day check-in at the VIP check-in booth! HOLIDAY WINE DISCOUNTS: Enjoy one-day-only holiday steals on Lone Star's premium wine selection! After your wine walk experience, purchase your favorite bottles at a discount. You'll get 10% off 2 bottles or 15% off 3+ bottles! Join Lone Star's wine club to receive a special 20% off your bottle purchase at the event! PLEASE NOTE: - Tickets are limited! Register now to snag a ticket for snow much fun! This is an annual holiday event and will sell out! - Communication regarding the event will be shared via email in advance, so be sure to check your inbox. - We will host the fun at this event regardless of rain, snow, or shine!
Date and Time
Saturday, December 10, 2022
12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location
Historic Downtown McKinney, North Tennessee Street, McKinney, TX, USA
Click here for more information.
Whiskey & Wine Swirl 2022
Sip, shop, and walk your way through Historic Downtown Palestine while enjoying culinary delights paired with fine wines and bold whiskies from Texas vineyards and distilleries.
Whiskey & Wine Swirl tickets include tastings at all winery and distillery locations from 4-8pm, event wine glass, whiskey glass/lanyard, bottle bag and access to the Top It Off at TAH Reception 7-10pm. Your ticket includes entry to the after party which will be held at Tahwahkaro Distilling Co at 100 N Church Street. Doors will open 7pm. You’ll get a behind the scenes tour of the operations from water purification to the bottling process and an up close view of the kettles. This special event will feature more beverages for purchase, live music, and a dessert bar. Food trucks will be onsite out front with some special menu items just for this event. New this year - 1502 & Sterne Fine Cigar Company will be also onsite. Free shuttle service to the Top It Off event venue is also included. Reception event will conclude at 10pm.
Whiskey + Wine Swirl (TM) tickets are $50.00 each with a $3.50 processing fee until November 1, 2022. Effective November 1, the price will adjust to $60.00 per ticket plus $3.50 processing fee.
There are no additional fees onsite for tastings while participating in the event.
Date and Time
Saturday, December 10, 2022
4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location
401 W Main St, Palestine, TX 75801, USA
Click here for more information.
Dallas Indoor Food Festival
THE NUMBER 1 FOOD FESTIVAL IN TEXAS IS BACK!!!! Enjoy food from over 20 different food vendors from Texas and Louisiana INDOORS
Come enjoy food from over 30 different food vendors from Dallas, Houston, Austin, and other surrounding cities. The Dallas Soul Food will be a mix of foods including pork chops, oxtails, candied yams, greens, fried chicken, fish, barbecue, funnel cake, turkey legs, tacos, vegan & keto optional available.
There will be several other small business vendors including clothing, Accessories, jewelry, bath & body, men's wear, health, and so much more.
OUTSIDE FOOD/DRINKS ARE not permitted
What is the cost for ENTRY?
Entry is FREE with RSVP TICKET Early Bird. But will cost $5-$10 closer to event date
What is the address of the event?
Mar Thoma Event Center 11500 Luna Rd Dallas, Tx 75234
Where can I contact the organizer?
If you have any questions, contact 832-461-6729
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
You have the Choice of bringing a Printed Ticket, or bring a scannable ticket from your phone and have it ready at the line with Proper, and Up to Date ID.
What is the refund policy?
Tickets are non-refundable.
Whats The Best Time to Arrive?
Doors Open at 12pm to 2pm. Definitely arrive early to be on the safe side. The food is so good, people make multiple purchases. 5pm many vendors ar sold out!!!
Can I sell my items and be a vendor at this event?
Yes, as a registered vendor
Click HERE TO REGISTER
https://form.jotform.com/222665853037157
Date and Time
Saturday, December 17, 2022
12:00 PM – 7:00 PM CST
Location
Mar Thoma Event Center, Luna Road, Dallas, TX, USA
Click here for more information.
Benefit Beer Tasting @Freetail
$25 early bird, $30 regular price **Tickets are limited. This event will sell out.** Join the San Antonio Heron and Freetail Brewing Co. for a guided beer tasting with Freetail Brewing Manager Jason Davis. Each ticket includes an exclusive guided beer tasting inside the Freetail brewing room, a tasting card, a Heron-Freetail goodie bag (includes a shirt!), and 4 specially-selected Freetail craft beers. Selected brews for this tasting (5.5 oz. flight glasses):
» Bowie Bock (bronze medal winner in International Dark Lager category at GABF 2022)
» La Muerta IX (Smoked Imperial Stout)
» 401K (silver medal winner in American Pilsner category at GABF 2020)
» Fourth beer to be determined Proceeds from event support the San Antonio Heron and our two-month NewsMatch campaign. NewsMatch is a national matching-gift campaign to grow fundraising capacity in nonprofit newsrooms and promote giving to journalism among U.S. donors. It is supported through an open collaborative fund at The Miami Foundation and offers a simple, turnkey platform for foundations of all sizes to support quality news. NewsMatch will match every ticket sold for this event. The Heron's mission is to play a leading role in strengthening the democratic process in San Antonio with our special brand of explanatory journalism, one that truly puts the reader first.
Date and Time
Thursday, December 15, 2022
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location
Freetail Brewing Co., 2000 South Presa Street, San Antonio, TX 78210, United States
Click here for more information.
Asian Culture Fair ATX
Showcasing the best Asian and Asian American talent in Austin have to offer in food, arts and music.
We bring you the first-ever Asian Culture Fair in ATX! Dedicated to showcasing best local talents within the Asian and Asian American Community in ATX.
Come meet new people and make connections as you experience live music, tasty foods, and the diversity of Asian culture in Austin.
$5 Event Charge: will be used to fund and support local performers during the event!
For more information please visit: www.asianculturefair.com
Vendors include:
Kuya Ced - Filipino Brownies
Chef Rene - Crème brûlée
Bun Boy - Gourmet steamed buns and Asian inspired comfort classics
WEH? Asian Fusion - Fun and Unique eats with an Asian twist -- Filipino, Korean and Hawaiian inspired
Ro Higashi - Webtoon and Anime Artist
Marsbijou - Scrunchies, stickers and trinkets
Beyond the Above - Carefully-crafted Asian jewelry
Maki Y. - Asian paper crafts and paper choreography
Steven Hu - Taiwanese Street Photographer
Davis Rios - Photographer focusing on Texas Sumo-Wrestling
Lee Young - Korean Traditional Dancer
Haebichan Jung / Natalie Elena / Tony Stedge - Pianist / Singer / Multi-Instrumentalist
Asian American Resource Center (AARC)
National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP)
And more!
Date and Time
Sun, December 11, 2022, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM CST
Location
Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom 10420 Metric Boulevard #Ste 150 Austin, TX 78758 United States
Click here for more information.
Winter Wonderwalk Bar Crawl | West Campus
Hit All Your Favorite West Campus Bars at our annual West Campus Winter Wonderwalk!
What's Happening?
It's time to drink your chestnuts off! Your favorite bars in West Campus are partnering up for a Holiday-themed Bar Crawl! Celebrate the end of the semester with your friends before heading home for the break, get a t-shirt, and a drink at each location.
Details
Event is from 3pm to 8pm
$30 entry fee (includes a t-shirt, map, 1 drink at each location [5 total!], and FREE chips and salsa from Zombie Taco)
Food available for purchase at Zombie Taco
Ugly sweaters encouraged!
Check-in located at Moody's Kitchen and Bar
FAQ's
Location: Check-in at Moody's Kitchen and Bar 2530 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78705
Parking: Street parking only
Age: 21+
Date and time
Sat, December 10, 2022, 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM CST
Location
Moxy Austin - University 2552 Guadalupe Street Austin, TX 78705 United States
Click here for more information.
Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl - Austin
Austin's most festive Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl & After Party, hosted by the Downtown Crawlers - your go-to source for top-rated events.
Jingle bells and mistletoes can only mean one thing - it’s Ugly Sweater time again. Join our annual Downtown Crawlers Ugly Sweater Bar Crawl in Austin!
Party with your friends at 5+ of Austin's finest bars. There will be DJ's, Live Music and entertainment all throughout the crawl. Gather your crew and SAVE 25% on group ticket purchases of 4 or more!
MANDATORY CHECK-IN BETWEEN 4PM - 7PM:
Zilker Brewing Co - 1701 E 6th St, Austin, TX
TOP TIP:
For added joy, wear your most delightfully tacky, yet festive Christmas Sweater you can get your hands on! Take part in our Costume Contest. Snap a photo, post it on Instagram and tag @downtowncrawlers for a chance to win fun prizes!
WHAT YOU'LL GET!
4 Free Welcome Shots at participating bars (with purchase)!
1 Free Welcome Sampler Beer at Zilker Brewing (with purchase)!
Free cover to all participating venues
Free entry to the After Party (if available)
Instagram Costume Contest (Win free tickets!)
Exclusive Food and Drink Specials
Professional Photographer
Plenty of Candy Canes
Free Fun - Stock up on happiness for the month ahead!
Make new friends, discover new places
WHAT TO DO NEXT?
Get your tickets now - Take advantage of Early Bird discounts.
Share with your friends - Save 25% on orders of 4 or more!
Bring your crew and let the good times crawl.
PARTICIPATING BARS:
Zilker Brewing Company - Check-in (4pm-7pm)
Second Bar + Kitchen Rooftop
Lowdown Lounge
The Lucky Duck (After Party)
Additional bars to be announced soon!
CRAWLIN' AS EASY AS 1-2-3:
1. Check in before 7pm to collect your wristband, map, specials and more!
2. Visit the bars (no cover charge) and enjoy food & drink specials!
3. Enjoy your free welcome shots & 'treats', live it up and make new friends!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Can a friend check in for me? YES
Send your friend your ticket confirmation. They will then be able to pick up your wristband.
Can I check in after Check-In closes? NO
If you cannot make it to check-in before it closes, please have one of your friends pick up your wristband early by forwarding your ticket.
Can I check in my entire group? YES
If you ordered for a group, you or anyone in your group can check everyone in at once and pick up the wristbands.
Once checked in, can I join the Crawl late? YES
After you picked up your wristbands, feel free to join the Crawl later. However, wristband privileges (welcome shots, 'treats' and drink specials) are not valid after the event has officially finished.
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Date and Time
Sat, December 10, 2022, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM CST
Location
Zilker Brewing Company and Taproom 1701 East 6th Street Austin, TX 78702 United States
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