About the Event:
Washington DC, get ready—Bad Santa is back in Dupont Circle on Saturday, December 13th, 2025 for the wildest holiday bar crawl in the city. This isn’t just another night out; it’s Dupont’s biggest holiday party where ugly sweaters, bad Santas, and holiday chaos collide for one unforgettable crawl.
Here’s what you can expect:
★ Cover-free access to Dupont’s top bars
★ Exclusive holiday drink specials all night long:
- Decades/Rewind/Zebbies/Public Bar Live: $4 Light Beer | $5 Santa Shooters | $6 Rails
- Sauf Haus: $6 Beer | $6 Santa Shooters | $7 Rail Drinks
★ Festive giveaways, surprises, and photo-worthy moments
★ High-energy vibes and nonstop holiday mischief
Featured Bars
- Zebbies Garden | 1223 Connecticut Ave NW 3rd floor
ABOUT:
In 1933, In the waning days of prohibition, police raided the speakeasy, seizing large quantities of illegal alcohol and arresting proprietor, Zachariah " Zebbie" Goldsmith.
Today, 1223 Connecticut Avenue, is home to Zebbie's Garden, an upscale Nightclub and Garden. - Decades | 1219 Connecticut Ave NW
ABOUT:
Located in the heart of the Nation’s Capital, Decades is a 15,000 square foot retro-themed nightclub with 6 floors, 8 bars and 5 DJ’s.
Celebrating club culture, DJs, and the greatest hits from the ‘80s, ‘90s, 2000s, 2010’s and the present, the club showcases graffiti, gadgets, gears and everything we love about the energy and excitement of nightlife and music of all genres. - Rewind | 1219 Connecticut Ave NW
ABOUT:
Rewind, by Decades, sits in the bustling heart of the Nation's Capital and merges comfortable dining, retro-to-modern pop music hits, and timeless experiences.
The mezzanine level of Rewind features a Speakeasy Bar -- a place to unwind or get your night started before you head upstairs to the bustling floors of different Decades of music from the 90s/2000s, Decades of Hip Hop or our eclectic Tropical rooftop. - Public Bar Live | 1214 18th St NW
ABOUT:
Whether you’re looking for a wild night out with friends, live DJ sets, or a relaxed evening under the stars, Public Bar Live offers the perfect mix of excitement and relaxation.
Located in the heart of Washington D.C., we are the go-to spot for nightlife lovers, complete with a rooftop bar, dance floor, and exclusive VIP sections. - Sauf Haus | 1216 18th St NW
ABOUT:
Experience the vibrant atmosphere of Sauf Haus Bier Hall & Garten, Washington, D.C.’s premier destination for authentic German beer and cuisine.
With an expansive rooftop beer garden, enjoy cold steins of traditional brews, delicious Bavarian pretzels, and lively music, all in the heart of Dupont Circle - AND MORE TO BE ANNOUNCED
Registration Information
When: Saturday December 13, 2025
Time: 2-7pm
Where: Public Bar Live
FREE Birthday Ticket
If you have a birthday this winter, we want to celebrate with you! Message us on Facebook or Instagram to redeem your FREE birthday ticket while supplies last.
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Music & Entertainment
Live DJ Performance House | Top 40 | Pop | Hip Hop | Mash Ups
Location & Hours:
0 Santa Con DC Bar Fest
Hours:
Door Open: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Disclaimers:
Events are rain or shine.
For 21+ events, guests without a valid government-approved photo ID verifying age will be denied entry and will not be eligible for a refund. For All Ages events, under-age guests must be accompanied by an adult at least 18 years old. Venues reserved the right to eject inebriated or disruptive guests from an event. Guests who are ejected will not be eligible for a refund.
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Complimentary services may be modified at the venue's discretion, including but not limited to DJ performers, DJ countdowns, open bar liquor brands, open bar hours, menu items, drink specials, participating venues, and midnight toasts. Modifications to advertised event descriptions and amenities do not constitute grounds for chargebacks or refunds.
Events may have wait lines for admission. Guests acknowledge that it is their responsibility to stand in the admission line until venue staff can scan their tickets and verify their proof of age.
Guests who choose to exit an event to smoke are not guaranteed re-admission.