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🏛 Founded 2022 · Launching 2026

BUILT FOR
THE NIGHT
AHEAD

Three years of groundwork. 50+ cities mapped. 200+ hosts trained. The most thoughtfully built bar crawl company in America is almost ready.

50+
Cities Mapped
200+
Hosts in Training
80+
Partner Bars Signed
2026
Official Launch

Our Story

WE GOT TIRED OF
BAD BAR CRAWLS

In 2022, Marcus Rivera and Jade Thompson kept running into the same problem: bar crawls that felt like cattle drives — overpriced wristbands, disengaged guides, and tourist-trap venues that had nothing to do with the actual city. They knew it could be done better.

So they started from scratch. They spent a year on the ground — visiting hundreds of bars, talking to local bartenders, and recruiting people who genuinely loved their cities. They built a host training program, a safety framework, and a platform designed to make every crawl feel like it was planned by a local friend.

Now, after three years of building, Bar Crawl Experiences is preparing to launch in 50+ cities across the US in 2026. Not as a side project — as the most intentional, community-driven bar crawl company ever built.

Launching 2026·3 years in the making

50+ Cities Mapped

Two years of on-the-ground research across America's top nightlife cities. Every route hand-picked by local insiders.

Founding Host Cohort

200+ passionate, certified hosts recruited and trained — ready to deliver an exceptional experience from night one.

Bar Partnerships Locked In

80+ independent bars have signed on as launch partners, giving guests access to the best local spots in every city.

Safety-First Infrastructure

Industry-leading safety protocols, host certification, and venue vetting — built before the first ticket is ever sold.

Our Mission

AUTHENTIC NIGHTS.
REAL CONNECTIONS.

We believe the best bar crawl tours aren't just about drinking — they're about discovery. Discovering new bars, new neighborhoods, and new people who might just become your closest friends.

01

Curate Authentic Experiences

Every route is hand-picked by local insiders. No tourist traps — only the bars that locals actually love.

02

Build Real Community

Our events are designed to break the ice and create genuine connections between guests from all walks of life.

03

Elevate Local Nightlife

By partnering with independent bars, we help local businesses thrive while giving guests an authentic taste of the city.

What Drives Us

OUR CORE VALUES

Inclusivity First

Every crawl is designed to welcome everyone — no cliques, no gatekeeping. We believe the best nights happen when strangers become friends.

Safety Always

Trained hosts, vetted venues, and a zero-tolerance policy for bad behavior. You focus on fun — we handle the rest.

Local Love

We partner exclusively with locally-owned bars and venues, keeping money in the community and giving guests an authentic local experience.

Unforgettable Moments

From themed costumes to surprise performers, every crawl is packed with curated moments designed to become your best stories.

Community Impact

A portion of every ticket will go to local charities. Having fun and doing good aren't mutually exclusive — that's the Bar Crawl Experiences promise.

Host Excellence

Our hosts are trained, passionate, and held to the highest standards. They're not just guides — they're the heartbeat of every event.

Our Journey

FROM AN IDEA TO
50+ CITIES LAUNCHING

2022

The Idea Takes Shape

Marcus and Jade, frustrated by generic tourist bar crawls, began sketching out what a truly local, host-led bar crawl experience could look like. Late nights, whiteboards, and a lot of research.

The Founding Team

MEET THE CREW

Six people who left comfortable careers to build something they genuinely believe in. Operators, creatives, and nightlife veterans — united by one mission.

MR

Marcus Rivera

Co-Founder & CEO

Former nightlife promoter with 8+ years running events across Las Vegas and Miami. Marcus has personally scouted bar routes in over 30 cities and is obsessed with building the infrastructure to scale authentic nightlife experiences nationwide.

JT

Jade Thompson

Co-Founder & COO

Event management veteran with 10+ years in hospitality and operations. Jade architected our host training curriculum, venue partnership framework, and the safety protocols that will define our brand from day one.

TN

Tyler Nguyen

Head of Experiences

Craft cocktail enthusiast and bar industry insider with deep roots in the hospitality scene. Tyler has spent two years personally visiting and vetting bars in every launch city to build routes that feel genuinely local.

SC

Sofia Castillo

Director of Marketing

Social media strategist and brand builder who has grown communities from zero for multiple consumer startups. Sofia is building our audience and brand voice ahead of launch — turning anticipation into a movement.

DW

Devon Walsh

Head of Host Relations

Community builder and people-first leader. Devon has spent the past year recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding our founding cohort of hosts — the passionate individuals who will bring every crawl to life.

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Priya Mehta

Head of Safety & Compliance

Former event security consultant and risk management specialist. Priya designed our industry-leading safety protocols and host certification program — ensuring every guest feels safe from the very first event.

Early Buzz

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

Before we've even opened our doors, the industry is taking notice.

Thrillist2025

"One of the most anticipated nightlife startups of 2026 — Bar Crawl Experiences is building something the industry has never seen at this scale."

Eater2025

"Their commitment to local bars and authentic experiences sets them apart from every other crawl operator before they've even launched."

Time Out2025

"Bar Crawl Experiences is quietly building the infrastructure to become the Airbnb of nightlife — and the industry is paying attention."

NightLife Insider2025

"The founding team brings real operational depth. This isn't another pop-up crawl — it's a platform built to last."

Launching 2026

BE PART OF IT
FROM THE BEGINNING

Whether you want to experience a crawl, host one, or partner your bar — now is the time to get involved. The founding community is forming right now.