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Celebrate the holidays with a twist on the Spooky Christmas Carol Pub Crawl in Savannah. Enjoy ghostly tales, festive carols, and drink specials across five lively historic bars.
Celebrate the holidays with a twist on the Spooky Christmas Carol Pub Crawl in Savannah. Enjoy ghostly tales, festive carols, and drink specials across five lively historic bars.
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Experience a holiday adventure unlike any other in Savannah, Georgia, where history, hauntings, and festive cheer collide on the Spooky Christmas Carol Pub Crawl: The Naughty List. This spirited 1¾ to 2-hour journey takes place from December 1st through January 7th, winding through the city's most atmospheric squares and historic bars. Visitors can expect a night built on five lively bar stops, each brimming with bawdy toasts, ghost stories, and classic Christmas carols that blend Savannah’s unique culture with holiday traditions.
Savannah is known for its cobblestone streets, historic architecture, and famously haunted locations steeped in Southern lore. This tour leverages the city’s rich backstory—the legacy of General Sherman’s Christmas in Savannah, Jim Williams’s extravagant holiday parties, and ghost stories of child spirits and tragic Christmas Eve murders that add a mysterious edge to the revelry. The route begins in Columbus Square, setting the tone with scandalous Yuletide tales before moving through Liberty Street and the Knights of Columbus, where participants learn about Sherman’s legendary “Christmas Gift” and the local legend of silenced bells.
As you make your way through McDonough’s and beyond, the mood picks up with bawdy toasts and holiday songs like “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” “Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree,” and even humorous parodies such as “The Twelve Drinks of Christmas.” At Johnson Square, the group pauses to honor the poignant story of Little Gracie Watson, Savannah’s famous child ghost. The crawl finishes with a bang at the Honky Tonk, where phantom glasses clink, carols ring out, and drink specials flow to cap off a night of laughter and spirited camaraderie.
This pub crawl stands out because it marries Savannah’s ghostly heritage with holiday cheer, creating an interactive experience for visitors and locals alike. Costumes—from Santa and elves to Grinches and Christmas pirates—are strongly encouraged, with prizes for the boldest outfits adding extra merriment. Beyond entertainment, the tour gives guests a dynamic way to explore Savannah’s historic squares and appreciate its unique blend of culture and supernatural folklore.
Whether you’re a history buff, ghost enthusiast, or simply looking for a festive night out during the holiday season, this pub crawl offers an authentic and unforgettable way to celebrate Christmas in Savannah. The combination of storytelling, spirited singing, and generous drink specials makes it an essential winter activity for those seeking something just a bit different in the South’s charming coastal city.
easy.
1.75–2 hours.
No special fitness required; suitable for all adults comfortable with walking short distances between bars.
Costumes are encouraged but not required. Many participants dress festively or spookily to enhance the fun and compete for prizes.
No, participants must be 21 years or older due to the alcohol-focused nature of the crawl.
The crawl involves short walks between five bars in downtown Savannah, mostly on flat cobblestone streets.
No, drinks are not included but holiday specials are offered at the last three bars.
The tour continues rain or shine. Dress appropriately for weather and bring umbrellas if needed.
It’s best to arrive on time to get the full experience. Leaving early is possible but not recommended.
Savannah was established in 1733 and played a significant role during Sherman’s March to the Sea in the Civil War, influencing many local legends.
The crawl promotes low-impact tourism by encouraging walking and engaging with local businesses, supporting Savannah's preservation efforts.
Spooky Savannah Ghost Tours is a Savannah, Georgia-based tour company specializing in guided haunted history walks and themed pub crawls. The company operates a range of public and private experiences that explore Savannah’s reputation as “America’s Most Haunted City.” Local guides include Captain Stoner Joe, a noted local author and folklorist, and Hoodoo Joe, who lead storytelling-driven tours that combine historical context with paranormal lore. Tours range from the 1 hour 45 minute Spooky Haunted History Tour — which visits cemeteries, an ancient jail, and historic mansions — to two-hour pub crawls and late-night club crawls. The lineup includes adults-only options such as the Haunted Pub Crawl and Late Night Spooky Savannah Haunted Pub Crawl, themed evenings like the Sins & Sweets Dessert and Burlesque Crawl, and family-friendly or private VIP Tours tailored by request. A seasonal Spooky Christmas Carol Pub Crawl runs from December 1 through January 7 and features festive stops and costumed caroling. Spooky Savannah Ghost Tours emphasizes local storytelling and historically rooted anecdotes. Many experiences incorporate nightlife elements, mocktail options through the Ghosts and Toasts non-alcoholic pub crawl, and specialty crawl formats such as Captain Stoner’s Haunted Dive Bar Crawl and the Moonlight Happy Hour Club Crawl. The operation is listed on curated travel resources including The Adventure Collective, making it discoverable to travelers researching haunted tours and Savannah attractions. Each tour highlights Savannah’s architecture, folklore, and nightlife while offering guests a structured, guided experience through the city’s most storied locations.
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