Mad City Bar Fest presents the OFFICIAL West Loop Halloween Bar Fest!

Celebrate Halloween by taking over West Loop's most popular bars and clubs for a full day of spooky energy, exclusive access, and nonstop fun.

This ticketed bar fest runs from 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM and gives you a VIP wristband granting access to all participating venues, plus exclusive drink specials throughout the day. Costumes are highly encouraged.

WHAT YOUR TICKET GETS YOU

• Free admission at every stop on the lineup below, no separate cover

• A free welcome shot when you check in

• A discounted drink or free shot at each stop, saving you at least $5 a venue

• Entry to the $250 cash best costume contest

HOW IT WORKS
Purchase your ticket and check in at the bar listed on your ticket from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM to receive your official wristband. Once wristbanded, you’re free to move between venues at your own pace. There are no schedules, no predetermined routes, and no waiting around — you decide how to spend your day.

All participating venues are exclusively reserved for Mad City Bar Fest wristband holders during the event.

PARTICIPATING VENUES
Your wristband provides access to all of the following bars:

Esco
Carbon
Reading Room
Victory & Vice
PB&J
Bandit

BAR FEST FAQs

What’s a bar fest?

This is not your typical bar crawl! There is no map. There are no predetermined routes. It’s up to YOU how you spend your day. Purchase a ticket to check in at your favorite venue where you’ll receive a wristband upon arrival granting access to all participating bars.

Where do I check in?

You will check in at the bar listed on the ticket you purchased. This bar will be your first stop of the day where you will receive your wristband that grants access to the rest of the participating bars. If you purchase the flex ticket, you will receive check-in location details closer to the event.

What does my ticket include?

VIP access to all participating bars and exclusive drink specials.

Is there a dress code?

Costumes are encouraged!

What if it rains or snows?

Attendees are encouraged to check the weather forecast before and dress accordingly! This event will be rain or shine.

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Ticket does not guarantee entry to bars that are over capacity. Each bar has the right to refuse entry to any patron. Bars subject to change. This event is 21+. NO REFUNDS - ALL SALES FINAL.