- Event Overview
About
Burlington, VT
Halloween Pub Crawls
Burlington, Vermont sits on the eastern shore of Lake Champlain and carries a nightlife energy that punches well above its size. Church Street is the social spine of the city, lined with bars and restaurants that fill up on any given Friday and absolutely overflow on Halloween. For a city this compact, the scene is surprisingly deep.
Halloween in Burlington, Vermont is a community affair. The University of Vermont and Champlain College bring a younger energy to the mix, but longtime locals show up just as hard. Costumes tend to lean creative here rather than just scary, and the crowd skews toward people who put real thought into their look and actually want to have a conversation while drinking.
The Halloween Bar Crawl gives the Church Street scene a framework for the night. Instead of wandering from bar to bar hoping for deals, you have a wristband that opens doors and drink specials already waiting for you at every stop. The route makes efficient use of Burlington’s walkable downtown layout.
This is one of those nights where the lake breeze hits your costume just right, the leaves are past peak and gone, and the city feels like it belongs completely to the people who stayed through October. There is no better place in Northwest Vermont to spend Halloween night.
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- What's Included
What You Get With a Pub Crawl Ticket
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Official Crawl Wristband
Your wristband is your all-access pass to every participating bar on the Church Street corridor and surrounding blocks throughout the entire evening.
Pre-Negotiated Drink Deals
Every bar on the route has set up crawl-exclusive pricing on select drinks so you spend less time doing math and more time actually enjoying Burlington’s bar scene.
Costume Contest Participation
Your ticket enters you into the night’s costume contest with prizes across multiple categories judged by local Burlington, Vermont bar staff and event organizers.
Welcome Drink at Check-In
Start the night right with a complimentary or discounted welcome drink at the kick-off location before the official crawl gets moving.
Crawl Route Guide
A physical and digital map of all stops, specials, and timing helps you navigate the downtown Burlington layout without pulling out your phone every five minutes.
Halloween Goodie Bag
Collected at check-in, your bag includes crawl merchandise, local business vouchers, and a few Burlington, Vermont surprises to round out the night.
Dedicated Crawl Staff
Friendly event staff are stationed throughout the route all night to check IDs at transitions, answer questions, and keep the energy positive.
Photo Opportunities
Themed photo setups are positioned at select stops along the crawl with props that match the Halloween aesthetic and give your camera roll something to work with.
Participating Venues on the Pub Crawl Route
The 2026 Madison July 4th pub crawl route runs through State Street / Capitol Square. All stops within walking distance. Full lineup sent to ticket holders before the event.
How the Pub Crawl Works
Four simple steps to join the St. Patrick’s Day pub crawl and start bar hopping.
Head to the crawl website to lock in your spot since Burlington, Vermont events have limited capacity and Church Street bars fill up quickly on holidays.
Show up between 7 and 8 PM at the designated kick-off bar near Church Street in downtown Burlington, Vermont to collect your wristband and materials.
The crawl hits multiple stops across walkable downtown Burlington and you control the pace, staying as long or as briefly as you like at each location.
The last stop hosts the costume contest finale, last-call crawl specials, and the best people-watching of the night before the official crawl wraps up.
Event Agendas
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Do I need to wear a costume?
Costumes are not mandatory but they are deeply encouraged in Burlington, Vermont where Halloween is treated as a genuine creative event. You will blend in much better with something on, even if it is a simple last-minute look.
Where is the starting location?
The check-in bar is located on or near Church Street in downtown Burlington, Vermont. Exact address details are sent to ticket holders via email about a week before the crawl date.
Is this event 21 and over?
Yes, all participants must be 21 or older. A valid government-issued ID is checked at registration and again at each bar along the Church Street route. No exceptions.
What should I wear for October weather in Burlington?
Late October in Burlington, Vermont can be quite cold. Layering under or over your costume is common and smart. Many locals design costumes that accommodate a jacket without ruining the look.
Can I join the crawl mid-route?
Wristbands must be picked up at the official check-in location at the start of the night. You cannot join at a later stop, so plan to arrive during the check-in window.
Are there vegetarian or vegan food options along the route?
Burlington, Vermont is an exceptionally food-friendly city. Many bars along the crawl route offer food menus and the city has strong plant-based options if you want to eat before or during the crawl.
How do I get to Church Street from outside the city?
Burlington, Vermont is accessible by car via I-89. Rideshare services operate in the city and parking garages are within walking distance of Church Street, though they fill up on event nights.
What if I want to skip one of the stops?
You are free to skip any stop along the route. The crawl is self-paced and your wristband remains valid at all participating bars regardless of the order you visit them.
Ready to Join the Pub Crawl?
Church Street comes alive on Halloween and this crawl puts you right in the middle of it. Burlington, Vermont does not do things halfway and neither should you. Get your ticket, build your costume, and come ready to make the most of one of the best nights the Champlain Valley has to offer.
What Partygoers Say?
"Burlington always surprises me. Small city but massive Halloween energy. The crawl kept our group together all night and the drink deals were genuinely good at every single stop." - Kayla Thibodeau, Burlington, Vermont Rating: 5 out of 5 stars "Perfect crawl for a city this size. Walkable, organized, and the costumes people showed up in were next level. We hit every stop and still wanted more at midnight." - Owen Marcotte, Burlington, Vermont Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
Planning a Group Night Out?
Burlington, Vermont is one of the most group-friendly cities for a bar crawl because everything is walkable and the bars on and around Church Street are well-spaced. Coordinate your group costume early, grab tickets together through the website, and plan to meet at the check-in location slightly before the window opens so you all start the night in sync. Groups of six or more should check the website for any available group packages or reserved check-in options.
