The Santa Claus Pub Crawl has been in circulation for over 15 years now. It was originally started by a small group of friends as a means of raising some Christmas spirit - and having some fun at the same time.

This event is now the longest running Santa Pub Crawl in the world!

The only requirement is for participants to dress in something Xmassy - even just a hat will suffice. In previous years costumes have ranged from Santa's, Xmas trees, presents, reindeer, angels, elves - Santa Elvis's have made an appearance too. There is no limit to your creativity - just ensure you bring a sense of humour!!!

The event has grown over these years to become one of Wollongong's most celebrated and well participated social and charity nights. Over 2000 people attended the evening in 2008 and over $55 000 worth of donations were passed on to the Salvation Army.

All participants are requested to donate an unwrapped children's toy on the evening - these will only be collected at the North Gong Hotel before 7pm.

The gifts are donated to The Salvation Army for distribution to those in need this Christmas throughout the Illawarra. Over 1550 kids toys were donated to the Salvo's last year...lets see if we can break the 2000 barrier mark in 2009......

The Salvation Army will also have official Donation Collectors circling at the Nth Gong for those wishing to dispose of their change or just donate cash!!

The Santa Claus Pub Crawl is held every year on the Second Saturday in December.

The Santa Claus Pub Crawl has a basic route and schedule for everyone to follow. This is not a strict guideline though, and we encourage participants to stay at a pub if they are enjoying themselves, or skip ahead to the next venue to beat the rush for the bar!!

• North Wollongong Hotel 5pm - 7pm
• Illawarra Hotel 7.30pm - 8.30pm
• The Grand Hotel 8.30pm - 9.30pm
• Glasshouse Tavern or Harp Hotel 9.30pm - 10.30pm
• Five Islands Brewery, Oxford Hotel 10.30pm - Midnight
  
  (Crawlers can choose their preferred venue)
• Harp Hotel Midnight till death

Invite your friends....the more...the merrier!!!

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For further information, please contact info@thesantaclauspubcrawl.com.