Hoboken SantaCon 2026

Welcome to Hoboken SantaCon 2026, the most exciting holiday-themed bar crawl in Hoboken, New Jersey! Taking place on Saturday, December 19th, 2026, this annual festive event draws thousands of holiday-lovers dressed as Santas, elves, reindeer, and all kinds of merry misfits. This year promises an even bigger, better, and more joyful celebration in the heart of Hoboken, NJ.

From 10am to 5pm, Hoboken will transform into a sea of red and white as participants roam the streets and hop between the city's top venues. Whether you're a New Jersey local or traveling from nearby New York City, this is the must-attend holiday event in Hoboken!

• Where: Hoboken, NJ
• When: Saturday, December 20, 2025
• Time: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

• 🔥 Access to 20+ participating Hoboken bars
• 🚨 No cover fees at any venue
• 🎅 FREE Santa Hat to get in the spirit
• 🚌 VIP Bus Access (with VIP ticket)
• 🎅 Thousands of Festive Santas!
• 💫 Access to the jolliest bar crawl of the season
• 🍻 Exclusive drink specials at every stop
• 🎉 Free after-party access
• 🎧 Live DJs at select venues
• 📸 Professional photographers capturing your holiday cheer

1. Buy your ticket in advance at Pubcrawls.com
2. Receive your digital pub crawl map the week of the event
3. Check in at the designated venue during the times listed
4. Collect your event wristband
5. Explore Hoboken using your Hoboken SantaCon bar crawl map to unlock drink deals & venues
6. This event will be completely sold out. Best practice is to arrive 30 minutes early to avoid long waits in line.

1. Madd Hatter
2. The Shannon
3. Willie McBrides
4. Black Bear
5. Tally Ho
6. The Ainsworth
7. The Brass Rail
8. the Pig & Parrot
9. The Pig & Parrot Last Resort
10. The Ferryman
11. Union Hall Hoboken
12. 10th & Willow Bar & Grill
13. The Madison Bar & Grill
14. The Shepherd & Knucklehead
15. The Ale House
16. Hoboken Biergarten
17. Baja Mexican Cuisine
18. The Grove Station
19. The Ashford
20. Boots & Bones

Note: Bar list is exclusive to PubCrawls.com wristband holders and subject to change.

Buses run between 12:30 PM and 4:30 PM, stopping at:

1. Madd Hatter / Tally Ho
2. The Shepherd & Knucklehead
3. The Madison Bar & Grill / Baja Mexican Cuisine
4. The Ainsworth

Bring out your best holiday attire! Most participants wear:

• Santa suits
• Elf costumes
• Ugly Christmas sweaters
• Reindeer antlers or Grinch looks

Stand out and bring your holiday cheer!

Hoboken SantaCon is about community, too. A portion of proceeds will support Toys for Tots, helping bring joy to children in need.

• Celebrate the holidays in Hoboken’s best bars
• Enjoy live music, low-cost drinks, and a festive crowd
• Meet new friends and explore the charm of downtown Hoboken
• Make memories that last a lifetime

Questions? Need support?

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• Visit: for group rates, FAQs, and tickets

• Must be 21+ to participate with valid form of government ID.
• All sales are final. No refunds.
• You must check in to receive your wristband
• Drink specials & bar venues subject to change at the venues discretion.

Info: Below are each check in location with their times. Please note that the ticket you purchase will state the location you check in. Madd Hatter 10am-4pm, Willie McBrides 11am-2pm, The Shannon 11am-2pm, The Ainsworth 11am-2pm, The Shepherd & The Knucklehead 12pm-5pm, Grove Station (Jersey City Resident Ticket) 12pm-4pm.

Info: To enter our social media Hoboken SantaCon Contest simply take a picture of you or even with some friends in your Santa outfits, post it on Instagram and tag @pubcrawlers to be qualified.

Info: The party is going to Madd Hatter starting at 6pm for the Hoboken SantaCon After Party! Please note that you will have to purchase this ticket separately for free entry!

Event venue & nearby stays

Madd Hatter Hoboken, 221 Washington Street, Hoboken, United States

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