Chicago Riverwalk Bar Crawl & Fireworks Show | Includes 2 Welcome Shots!

Schedule

Sat, 24 May, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 18 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Starting at AceBounce then off to the Best Bars on the Chicago Riverwalk | Chicago, IL

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Tix include admission, 2 welcome shots, an official crawl koozie, plus our party host leading you to the best bars along the Riverwalk!
About this Event

The Chicago Riverwalk is not just scenic, modern and brand spanking new... it is home to some of the coolest bars in Chicago and the atmosphere that they offer is unmatched! Crawling from bar to bar with other fun-loving people, you'll experience the excitement of the Chicago Riverwalk firsthand as you make your way to the perfect spot to view the Navy Pier fireworks show!

Whether you're travelling from out of town or a Chicagoan through and through, this is the perfect experience to enjoy the new and improved bar scene along the Chicago Riverwalk!


WHAT'S INCLUDED: Tickets include entry to the crawl, two welcome shots, an official Chicago Riverwalk Bar Crawl Koozie, and a perfect view of the Navy Pier fireworks show! Our experienced party host will lead you throughout the crawl. Trust us, they know how to get the party started!

WHERE: AceBounce and bars on the Chicago Riverwalk. All of the venues are within walking distance so you can spend more time partying with friends.

SCHEDULE NOTES:

Wednesday Schedule

  • The crawl officially begins at 5:30pm. Feel free to arrive earlier if you'd like!
  • Please note you must check in before 6pm in order to receive your welcome lemon drop shot.
  • We will leave AceBounce at roughly 6:15pm for the Riverwalk.
  • Running Late? Head down to the Riverwalk and walk east. Look for the Chicago Riverwalk Bar Crawl flag and a group of people with matching teal koozies.

Saturday Schedule

  • The crawl officially begins at 6pm. Feel free to arrive earlier if you'd like!
  • Please note you must check in before 6:20pm in order to receive your welcome lemon drop shot.
  • We will leave AceBounce at roughly 6:45pm for the Riverwalk.
  • Running Late? Head down to the Riverwalk and walk east. Look for the Chicago Riverwalk Bar Crawl flag and a group of people with matching teal koozies.

WRISTBANDS: You MUST wear your wristband during the crawl!

FREE TICKETS/RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR CAUSE: See below for more info.



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FREE STUFF: Get Freebies* including: $5 in FREE food from DoorDash, $10 from Ebates, $10 in FREE food from Ritual, $10 cash back from Mr. Rebates and more! Click HERE for more info. *All offers valid for first time users only and subject to change without notice.

REASONS TO BUY EARLY: In addition to getting tickets at a lower price, those who purchase early will also receive free tickets and/or deeply discounted tickets to future events.

PHOTO CONTEST: ​ Enter to win by using #ChicagoBarCrawlExperience in your posts on Instagram or Facebook. Our panel of judges will go through the pictures and winners will be contacted afterward! Prizes include tickets to bar crawls, tasting festivals, cocktail cruises on Lake Michigan and more!

SPONSORSHIP & VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES: For questions, sponsorship/vendor opportunities, and press inquiries, please fill out the form HERE.

FREE TICKETS/RAISE MONEY FOR YOUR CAUSE:

  • Fundraising Opportunity: Are you trying to raise money for a certain cause? Email [email protected] for more info!
  • Celebrate your birthday on the crawl and your ticket is free! Email [email protected] for more info (conditions apply).
  • Want to earn a free ticket and some cash for spreading the word? Email [email protected] for more info!

CRAWL SCHEDULE: Our party host will lead the way, but we will send you an email with what to expect before the crawl!

WORK WITH US: Interested in meeting new people while having fun running the best experiences in Chicago? Email [email protected].

CAN'T FIND YOUR TICKET? Click here.


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Rules, Regulations, & Disclaimers

All Guests must be 21+ with valid government issued ID. We will crawl rain or shine! NO REFUNDS! If you cannot find your ticket please contact Eventbrite.com directly, please do NOT email us as there is nothing we can do. Must be 21 years old to participate; valid government issued ID required. Participating venues and advertised times are subject to change. Best Bar Crawls, LLC promotes safety and urges all participants to drink responsibly. Participating venues reserve the right to refuse entry to guests who are deemed intoxicated (or otherwise unfit) upon arrival. No refunds will be given. No refunds. All sales are final. If a venue is at capacity then you may have to wait or proceed to another venue. Do not be late for registration. Prices are subject to change while supplies last. For further Terms and Conditions of this event and ticket purchase please see “Ticket Purchase and Event Terms and Conditions” in checkout before purchasing these tickets; which shall also be binding and shall be incorporated by reference as though fully stated herein.

*Unfortunately the Eventbrite system does not allow us to restrict people who are underage from buying tickets. If you are not 21 and purchase a ticket, you will not be allowed into the event.*

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Where is it happening?

Starting at AceBounce then off to the Best Bars on the Chicago Riverwalk, 230 North Clark Street, Chicago, United States

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