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The ABCs of an Epic Bar Crawl: A No-Fail Guide for the Adventure-Seeking College Student

Writer's picture: Ashley Miller Ashley Miller

Updated: Jun 2, 2023


College Student drinking a beer on a university crawl, group of people behind him, bright sunny day

 

Yo, what's up, fam! Get ready to toss out those textbooks and slide into party mode because you've landed at the ultimate guide to the most iconic college tradition – the BAR CRAWL. Doesn't matter if you're a fresh-faced newbie, a recently turned 21-year-old, or a senior about to launch into the "real world" – this guide has got you covered. We're about to dive into the exhilarating world of bar crawls, journeying from the famous Welch Ave in Ames, home to Iowa State, to the bustling Monroe Avenue in Corvallis, stomping ground of the Oregon State Beavers. Fasten your seatbelts, party people, we're in for a wild ride!


Bar Crawl: The What, The Why

If you're scratching your head, wondering, "Bar crawl? What's that?" – allow me to enlighten you. A bar crawl is the equivalent of an epic quest, with you and your mates traversing the bustling nightlife of your college town, from one bar to the next, each round of drinks marking a new stage of your adventure. It's like a grown-up treasure hunt where the gold is good times and memories (and, okay, maybe a bit of a hangover).


Mapping Out Your Crawl

Entering a bar crawl without a plan? That's like going into a dodgeball game blindfolded. You gotta know your route. Chart your course from the first toast to the last shot, hitting the best joints at their prime time.


Say you're a Cyclone in Ames. Your night might kick off at the chill Outlaws, progress to the bustling Welch Ave Station, swing by the classic Mickey’s Irish Pub, and finally, call it a night (or morning) at the ever-lively Sips. If you're a Beaver in Corvallis, your journey might start at the cozy Clodfelter's, head on to the eclectic Downward Dog, make a pit stop at the bustling Impulse Bar and Grill, and wrap up at the legendary Peacock Bar and Grill.


Map of a college town area, for the purpose of planning a college bar crawl

Your Crawl Crew

A bar crawl is like a group project – but way more fun and with fewer PowerPoint slides. Assemble your crew – the life of the party, the sensible one, the friend with all the right connections, and the one who can talk their way into (or out of) anything. A bar crawl is about team spirit, camaraderie, and unforgettable memories.


Suit Up!

And no, I don't mean put on a three-piece suit. Show your team spirit with your matching University Crawls T-Shirts. Not only will you each be matching thousands of other students nationwide, but each school's shirt will be unique to their own college town. It's a great keepsake to remember all your favorite college bars!


Bring on the Rules

What's a bar crawl without a little extra spice? Set some hilarious rules! Maybe you all speak in in an accent at the second bar, or the first one to spot a cowboy hat gets their drink paid for. The crazier, the better!


Group of people playing a University Crawls Bar Crawl Card Game

Safety Comes First, Always

Let's keep it 100, fam. While we're all about having an epic night, staying safe is paramount. Know your limits, hydrate like a champ, and NEVER drink and drive. We’re here to crawl, not crumble.


Now that you're all geared up with the pro tips, it's time to take it up a notch – join the World's Largest University Bar Crawl. Yeah, you heard right! We're talking about the most insane, most legendary, most unforgettable bar crawl of your college life. Rally your crew, and let's make some unforgettable memories. Sign up now, and let’s show the world how we roll!


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