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Monster March: Philadelphia's Halloween Bar Crawl
Philly's biggest Halloween night out: 10+ Center City bars, drink specials, free cover and 2,000+ costumed crawlers.
- When: Saturday, October 31, 2026 · 6–10 PM
- Check-in: Lucy's, 1720 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 (6–9 PM)
- Who: 21+ with valid ID · rain or shine
Advance tickets on sale now. Tickets are $20 at the door (cash only), if any remain.
What your Monster March ticket gets you
Free cover all night
Your wristband gets you into every bar on the crawl with no cover until 10 PM. Ladder 15’s cover starts at 9 PM.
Drink & food specials
Drink specials at every location with your wristband, plus food specials and free candy at select bars.
Free Monster March T-shirt
Free shirt for the first 200 people at each check-in, plus freaky swag for everyone: glow sticks, bracelets, candy and more.
DJs & entertainment
DJs and entertainment at select locations, with 2,000+ crawlers across 10+ bars in Center City and Rittenhouse.
From the Erin Express crew
Brought to you by Urban Craft & Crawl, the team behind the Erin Express (20,000+ crawlers) and Cinco (5,000+).
Photographer & videographer
A photographer and videographer roam the bars all night. Make sure you get on camera.
Photos from past Monster March crawls
How the Philly Halloween bar crawl works
- Buy your ticket in advance, then bring the electronic or printed ticket and your ID (21+).
- Check in at Lucy's (1720 Chestnut St) anytime between 6 and 9 PM to get your wristband, map and swag. You must check in before heading to the other bars.
- Crawl at your own pace. Visit the participating bars in any order and stay as long as you like. No buses, no schedule.
- Show your wristband for free entry and drink specials until 10 PM (Ladder 15’s cover starts at 9 PM).
You’ll get a map of every participating bar at check-in, plus a digital map with Google walking directions.
2026 participating bars
Bar locations for Monster March 2026 include:
Participating venues, drink specials and times are subject to change.
Halloween in Philly sells out fast
Get your ticket now. Door tickets are $20, cash only.
Get Monster March TicketsMore Halloween things to do in Philadelphia
Making a full weekend of it? These are some of the best Halloween events in Philadelphia for 2026. Hit one earlier in the day, then join Monster March at night.
Halloween Nights at Eastern State
Five haunted houses, themed bars and live shows inside the historic prison, select nights Oct 2 – Nov 7, 2026. Details
Boo at the Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo's family-friendly Halloween weekends in October, included with admission. Details
Delancey Street trick-or-treating
Rittenhouse's Delancey St (17th–22nd) and Society Hill go all out with decorated homes on Halloween night. Details
Haunted houses
Fright Factory in South Philly runs weekends through Oct 31, and there are more haunts across the region. 6abc guide
October events in Philly
Fall fests, pumpkin patches and more spooky-season plans around the city. Visit Philly
The Halloween bar crawl
For adults 21+, the biggest Halloween party in Philadelphia is 10+ bars in one night. Get tickets
Monster March FAQ
When is the Philadelphia Halloween bar crawl?
Monster March is Saturday, October 31, 2026 (Halloween night), from 6 to 10 PM. Check-in runs from 6 to 9 PM.
Where do I check in?
Check in at Lucy's, 1720 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103. You'll get your wristband, map and swag there.
How much are tickets?
Advance tickets are available on Eventbrite now. Tickets are $20 at the door (cash only), if any remain. Friends without a ticket can also pay $20 at the door.
Is there a cover charge?
No. Your official wristband gets you into every bar on the crawl with no cover until 10 PM. The one exception is Ladder 15, where cover starts at 9 PM.
I bought tickets for friends who aren't coming with me. What do I do?
We have printed lists at check-in. Tell us your friends’ names and we’ll cross them off the list and give you their wristbands.
Do I have to wear a costume?
Costumes aren't required, but most people dress up, and the best costumes get featured by our photographer and videographer.
Is it 21+?
Yes. Monster March is 21+ and a valid state ID or passport is required. Please drink responsibly and don’t drive.
What happens if it rains?
The crawl happens rain or shine.
Can I get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable, but they are transferable. You can give or sell your ticket to a friend.
Is there transportation between bars?
No. Due to past issues with the city, there are no buses. The participating bars are within walking distance in Center City Philadelphia.
When will I get the bar list?
The 2026 bar list is posted above. You’ll also get a map at check-in and a digital map with Google walking directions.