Illustration of a Halloween gathering at dusk with a smiling ghost, costumed figures, glowing jack-o'-lanterns and lights (San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl)

San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl

Participants check in to receive an event wristband and map granting free entry and exclusive drink specials across dozens of participating venues. Crawlers can explore neighborhood bars on foot or ride rotating party bus shuttles connecting the drop-off locations. The gathering also features costumed crowds, DJs, dancing, a costume contest, and a hunt for hidden holiday gnomes.

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Plan Your Visit

When

Tickets

Individual-day tickets are $12 and up for each listed date. The wristband includes free entry to the listed bars and access to drink specials; the specials themselves have listed prices.

Hours

Mayes Oyster House check-in: Oct 24, 4PM–8PM; Oct 30, 6PM–9PM; Oct 31, 2PM–8PM; Nov 1, 4PM–8PM.

Food & Drink

Drink specials are available at participating bars; food specials listed for Oct. 31 and Nov. 1 include a cheese quesadilla, pretzel, sausage in a pretzel bun, and mac and cheese.

Going?

Location

Mayes Oyster House · 1233 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94109 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Scare Factor

👻 👻 👻 👻 👻 (1/5)

Family Friendly

👶 👶 👶 👶 👶 (1/5)

Best For

Adults looking for a social, costumed nightlife outing

Vibe

Festive, crowded, costumed

Energy Level

High

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Tips & Advice

  • Check in at your designated starting bar to collect your wristband and pub crawl map before heading out.
  • Hop on the rotating party bus shuttles to travel between neighborhoods instead of walking the whole route.
  • Keep an eye out for hidden Halloween gnomes in participating bars and return one to check-in to claim a prize.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Separate crawl sessions are listed for October 24, October 30, October 31, and November 1, 2026.
  • The October 24 session is billed as a Halloween Bar Crawl, October 30 as the Official San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl, October 31 as Crawloween, and November 1 as the Dia De Los Muertos Pub Crawl.
  • New bars are on the crawl this year; details are to come.

Links & Contact

Halloween Events Near Me is an independent guide, not the organizer of this event. For tickets, entries, vendor spots or questions, contact the organizer directly through their website.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the pub crawl wristband provide?

The wristband provides free admission to all participating bars and access to event drink specials throughout the crawl.

Is there a fixed schedule to follow for each bar?

No, there is no set schedule or time limit at each bar. Once checked in, participants can visit any participating location at their own pace.

How do the party buses work?

Multiple large party buses rotate between neighborhood stops to shuttle crawlers between participating bars.

What is the Find the Gnome contest?

Fifteen Halloween gnomes are hidden across participating bars. Crawlers who find one can take it to a check-in location to receive a prize.

Is there a costume contest?

Yes, there is a costume contest with prizes awarded for the best individual costume and best group costumes.

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