Get a one-of-a-kind taste of history by visiting the city's celebrated watering holes!

Pub crawls are scheduled from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; please arrive by 6:45 p.m. Participants receive drink specials at each location. Meals are not included.

Pub crawl sold out? Please contact us at Public Programs to request a place on our waiting list or inquire about our private pub crawls.

Oktoberfest! German Pubs of Chicago

Thursdays, September 18 and 25, 6:45 p.m.

Whether you prefer lagers, bocks, or kölsch, this trolley tour will make you say “Prost!” This crawl explores the heart of German Chicago. If you can’t be in Munich this Oktoberfest, you should be with the Chicago History Museum!

Cost:
$25; $20 members

Thursday, September 18
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Thursday, September 25
> This tour is sold out.

BOO-ze! Haunted History Pub Crawl

Thursday, October 16, Tuesday, October 21, and Thursday, October 23, 6:45 p.m.

Travel by trolley to some of Chicago’s most haunted drinking establishments. Get a glimpse into the city’s paranormal past as you enjoy “spirits” on this spooktacular pub crawl featuring ghoulish expert Ursula Bielski. Prizes for creepy and historic costumes.

Cost:
$25; $20 members

Thursday, October 16
> This tour is sold out.

Tuesday, October 21
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Thursday, October 23
> This tour is sold out.

The Village People

Thursday, November 20, 6:45 p.m.

Young man, there’s a place you can go and it’s called Roscoe Village! Yep, located near a YMCA and right outside the reach of rowdy Wrigley, Roscoe Village is known for its tree-lined streets and unique boutiques. Once home to Riverview amusement park, this neighborhood can still provide fun for all.

Cost:
$25; $20 members

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Hallelujah! Parish Pubs

Thursday, December 11, 6:45 p.m.

Here is the church, here is the steeple, look down the street and see all the people. Join us as we explore various saloons that sit in the shadow of their neighboring churches. This trolley tour will allow you to drink in some history and learn about the relationship between each pub and its neighborhood and parish. In conjunction with our exhibition, Catholic Chicago.

Cost:
$25; $20 members

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Refund Policy:
Refunds for a tour will be given in the form of tour credit which can be applied to another tour. Credit will be given with a minimum of two weeks notice prior to the day of the tour. No exceptions.

Sign Language Interpretation:
The Chicago History Museum is happy to offer sign language interpretation at any of its public programs. Please contact the Public Programs Manager, at least 48 hours prior to the day of the event in order to accommodate this request 312.642.4600