The biggest bus crawl in the world is back.
And we've completely leveled it up for 2026.
The biggest Halloween bus crawl in the world is back, and Edmonton is about to be completely taken over. Picture more than 3,000 people in full costume hitting the streets together for the wildest night of the year. This is officially the largest event of its kind on the planet, and the sheer scale of thousands of partygoers taking over the city is something you have to experience firsthand.
We leveled up the entire setup this year so your night runs completely seamless. The best upgrade: your ticket now comes with a pre-paid drink waiting for you at every single stop on your route, not just at the beginning or the end. On top of that, every ticket is packed with over $500 in gifts and value, including your own personal VIP pub crawl package you can redeem with your crew later on Whyte or Jasper Avenue.
What Every Ticket Includes:
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Drinks at Every Stop: A pre-paid drink ready for you at every venue on your crawl.
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Skip the Line and No Cover: Walk right past the freezing outdoor queues with zero surprise door charges.
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Dedicated Party Transportation: High-energy bus transport moving your entire group between longer distance venues.
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Top Spots and Mystery Bars: Hit Edmonton's absolute best nightlife venues alongside secret stops along the way.
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Official Party Hosts: Onsite staff wearing color-coordinated lanyards and glowing gear to guide the crowd so nobody gets lost.
The Main Event:
The Halloween Howler Bash
Every single route across the city converges at Edmonton's ultimate club spectacle: The Howler Bash. This is pure Halloween chaos spread across two massive floors, complete with Vegas-level lighting rigs, massive sound, and the city's top DJs keeping the dancefloors packed until 2:00 AM. Getting access to this party alone makes your ticket worth it.
⚠️ Essential Details to Know Before You Go
- ⏰ Check-In Starts at 6:30 PM: Arrive on time. There is only a small grace period for delays, and starting from the beginning guarantees you get your wristband and do not miss the party.
- 🆔 In-Person Check-In Only: You cannot pick up wristbands for your friends. Every guest must be present with their own ticket and valid government ID to check in.
- 📍 Starting Venues Drop 24 Hours Early: Your designated starting location will be sent directly to you the day before the event.
- 📱 Opt In for Event Notifications: Real-time updates, registration locations, and scheduled bus departure times are delivered directly to your phone. Registering for notifications is essential to your crawl experience so you always know when and where the next bus moves.
Passes start between $20 and $30, and prices climb as bus routes fill to capacity. Grab your crew, lock down your costumes, and reserve your tickets now to secure the best rate before your route sells out.
Why settle for waiting outside at just one packed venue when you and your crew can take over the city on your own terms? The Pick Your Poison Pubcrawl puts the entire night directly in your hands. You pick your route, set your own pace, and choose your vibe, while we handle the logistics.
Hop between Edmonton’s hottest spots, skip the freezing outdoor lineups, and ride dedicated party buses between the city's top nightlife hubs without worrying about cover charges or expensive rideshares.
What Your Ticket Gets You:
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Skip the Lines & Zero Cover Charges: Walk right past the public wait and straight into the best venues in the city with zero surprise fees at the door.
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Pre-Paid Drinks Included: Ready-made drinks are included to get the energy going right away.
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Dedicated Party Transportation: The party keeps rolling between stops. Hop on our dedicated buses to move across town with your whole group.
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20% Off Food Before You Crawl: Your starting venue is also a restaurant. Show your server your ticket to score 20% off all regular-priced food before the crawl kicks off.
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Over $500 in Future Nightlife Perks: Every pass includes a voucher for your own personal VIP pub crawl package to redeem with your friends on Whyte or Jasper Avenue later this year.
🗺️ Complete Freedom: How It Works
Unlike conventional tours where an event host herds you around on a rigid schedule, Pick Your Poison is 100% self-managed. There are no guides telling you when to leave or where you have to go next. You and your crew call all the shots.
To navigate the night seamlessly, your ticket gives you access to our Live Dynamic GPS Event Hub and interactive map. Simply pull it up on your smartphone to see real-time bus arrival and departure schedules, explore participating bars, and tap "Use My Location" to get instant walking or driving directions to the nearest unlocked venue on your route.
⚠️ Essential Check-In & Crawl Rules
- ⏰ Flexible Check-In at The Druid or MKT: Check in whenever you want during your venue's open hours. We recommend showing up at least an hour before the first scheduled bus departure.
- 🆔 In-Person Pickup Only: Every guest must be present in person with their own ticket and valid government ID to collect their wristband.
- 🎟️ How to Collect Your Drink Tickets: You are free to walk between nearby venues or take the bus. However, drink tickets for upcoming venues are distributed directly by the bus driver. Make sure you swing by the bus during its scheduled stop window.
Passes sell out every single year, and ticket tiers increase in price as bus capacities fill up.
Coordinate with your group, pick your starting venue, and lock in your tickets now to secure the best rate before your date is gone.
Choose Your Poison
Secure your tickets to Edmonton's most notorious Halloween events.
Buying separately? Use the same Squad Name at checkout before your route hits capacity so your group isn't split across different buses!
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Your ultimate command center for the weekend. Select a tab below to grab tickets, track your bus, view the maps, and plan your night. 🍻👻
Your Adventure Guide 🚀
- 📍 First Stop: Head to your registration venue.
- 🎟️ Check-In: Show your ticket to get your wristband and first drink ticket.
- ⏰ Timing: Arrive anytime during operating hours.
- 🍔 Bonus Perk: Your first spot is a restaurant. Show your ticket for 20% OFF all regular-priced food!
- 💡 Pro Tip: Arrive 45-60 mins early to eat before the madness begins.
- 💃 Free Roam: Use Google Maps. Your wristband gets you into ANY bar during their access times.
- 🍻 Drink Tickets: You must visit the bus to get your next drink ticket from the driver! You don't have to ride it, just grab your ticket and go.
Select Your Event Date 🗓️
Choose your night below to load your custom route, get directions, and find your designated stops.
Live Navigation
Use the tools below to locate your starting venue or designated bus stops. Tap the GPS locator to get immediate directions from your current position directly to the nearest stop on your route.
Find Your Closest Stop
Use your device's location or enter the name of a bar (e.g., The Druid) or a street address manually to find the closest bar and bus stop on the route.
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Event Quick Guide
Event Details & Check-In
THE HOWLER BASH
Doors Open at 8:30 PM • Accessible until 2:00 AM
If there is one night you need to be out this Halloween, it is Howler Bash. This is officially Edmonton's biggest club event and the only place you want to be when the weekend hits.
Picture this: 3,000 PEOPLE moving through the doors all night across two massive floors of pure Halloween chaos. We are bringing Vegas-style production right to YEG with wild visuals, massive lighting rigs, and sound that hits perfectly. Plus, we have the absolute best DJs in the city keeping the dancefloors packed from open to close.
Here is the absolute best part. Your ticket does not just get you in the door. Every single ticket comes with $500 IN PERKS, including your very own redeemable pub crawl. You are basically getting paid to party with us.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Get your crew together, figure out your costumes, and lock in your tickets before they sell out. You definitely do not want to be stuck watching everyone else's stories the next morning! 📸🚫