Formerly known as the ‘Santa Claus Pub Crawl’ – SantaFest Pub Crawl is an annual event that raises funds for charity through admission ticket sales, donations and merchandise. The event is in its 29th year after a brief COVID absence. 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 recognised as the longest continually run Santa Pub Crawl in the world and over 11,000 people are expected to attend this year. Over $200,000 was raised in 2019!

The SCPC is continually listed by NineMSN as one of the “Top Ten Pub Crawls in the World.” The only requirement is for participants to dress in something Xmas-sy – 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.

Entry Costs – all funds donated to Charity – Programs Managed by the Salvation Army Illawarra, The Disability Trust & Disabled Surfers Association.