Halloween in San Francisco is never quiet. From themed concerts to neighborhood block parties, the city throws itself into the holiday each October. With Fleet Week also taking place in the beginning of the month, October is probably the best month for event in SF. But year after year, one event stands out as the biggest way to celebrate the holiday. Crawloween, the San Francisco Halloween Pub Crawl, is the best event for those who like to party.
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The huge event isn’t confined to a single venue. Instead, it takes over entire neighborhoods with four days of costumes, music and packed dance floors across more than 40 bars. In 2024, over 15,000 people joined in. In 2025, the numbers are expected to be even higher.
Four Days of Parties
The 2025 edition of Zombie Crawl kicks off on Friday, October 24, running from 6PM to 11PM. The celebration continues Saturday, October 25 from 2PM to 10PM, returns on Halloween night, Friday, October 31 from 6PM to 11PM, and wraps up on Saturday, November 1 from 4PM to 10PM.
With multiple dates, attendees can choose their favorite night or go to all four. Each evening offers a chance to experience Halloween on a massive scale, as costumed groups spill out of venues like Mayes, McTeagues, Route 101, The Brixton, Palm House and more.
Crawloween offers far more than discounted drinks. Each ticket includes free admission to every participating bar, which makes it easy to hop from place to place without worrying about cover charges. Every stop is part of the experience, whether it’s a DJ set, a dance floor packed with costumes or decorations that transform familiar spaces into Halloween playgrounds.
Themed contests add to the fun. Costumes are encouraged, with prizes for the most creative looks. The “Find the Gnome” contest keeps crawlers on their toes, and the Pub Crawl Party Bus (running on select days) helps connect the citywide party. Party favors and giveaways add another touch.
How to Join
Participants can start at one of several check-in locations, including Mayes Oyster House on Polk Street, Rick & Roxy’s on Lombard Street, or Union Street Ale House on Union Street. More check-in spots will be announced soon. After check-in, attendees receive a wristband and event map, which serve as a passport to all of the bars on the crawl.
While San Francisco has no shortage of Halloween events, Crawloween is the one that ties it all together. It’s social, energetic and spread across some of the city’s most popular neighborhoods. For locals and visitors, it’s a chance to see San Francisco transform into one giant costume party.
Tickets typically sell quickly, so those planning to attend are encouraged to secure theirs early.