GENERAL INQUIRIES
What is the Hong Kong Pub Crawl?
Hong Kong Pub Crawl is a nightlife events provider. Our events are synonymous with fun, off-the-beaten track venues, excellent drink deals, and meeting folks from all over the world. We are most well-known for our signature Pub Crawl in Lan Kwai Fong, Hong Kong’s famous (infamous?) bar district. We started the LKF crawl in 2010, and have run it every Thursday since. In 2016, we also started a crawl in collaboration with the Hong Kong Jockey Club on Wednesdays, where we showcase the iconic horse races in Happy Valley, followed by a pub crawl in the Wan Chai district.
When do you offer crawls?
We currently have two crawls on offer. Our signature LKF Pub Crawl runs every Thursday, starting at 9pm. Our Horse Races Crawl runs on Wednesdays, but only when the HKJC organizes horse races at the Happy Valley. Check in here for our event calendar. We also organize private crawls for large groups. Find out more here.
Do you offer discounts?
Check in on our website every now and then and and follow our social media (facebook and instagram) to be the first to know about discounts, special deals (think: events with free flow alcohol and t-shirt giveaways on special occasions)!
Can I check any reviews or pictures?
Check out some reviews here, or the albums from some of our past events here.
Can I get a refund?
We have a strict no refund policy due to third-party transaction complications. However, customers are more than welcome to transfer their voucher for use at a future crawl. If you would like to transfer your voucher, please contact us on Facebook.
WEDNESDAY HORSE RACES CRAWL
How much does it cost to join?
Both crawls are HKD 100 to join (and have been so since 2010!)
What do I get joining the Wednesday Horse Races Crawl?
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A team of experienced crawl masters hosting you
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Professional photographer to record your epic night out
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Free welcome shot at every bar
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Standard drink deals at all participating bar venues: $40HKD for 2 beers & $30HKD signature cocktails
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Free betting guidebook plus tutorial
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Free entry into HKJC Happy Valley Race Course
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1 free beer voucher usable at the HKJC (valued at $50HKD)
Who is this event for?
We welcome people from all walks of life, whether you’re a backpacker, exchange student, local, lone-traveler or other.
Why should I join?
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Value for money (To put in perspective, a drink at bars in Causeway Bay and Wanchai typically go for around $80HKD to $100HKD.)
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Meet friends from all over the world
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Experience one of the most iconic Hong Kong attraction
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Have your epic night out photographed
What’s the itinerary for the night, and which bars do you go to?
In general, we stay at each bar for just shy of 1 hour (allowing time to travel from bar to bar). Our policy is to NOT disclose the bars that we attend until the night of the crawl to encourage all guests to be on time and arrive before we head off to the second bar. Each bar is specially hand-picked by our team, is off-the-beaten-track, and we rotate between a large roster of bars each week.
Where do I meet for the crawls?
Read all you need to know on starting locations and itineraries on our booking page for the Wednesday Horse Races Crawl.
What if I'm late and you guys have moved on to the next location?
Do try your best to be on time – the Happy Valley Racecourse is usually very busy and sometimes it might be hard to find latecomers! However, if you really can’t help yourself, shoot us a message on Facebook and we’ll either send you the location of our next bar or come pick you up by the general entrance of the racecourse (entrance G).
Can you take us to the first bar from my hostel?
We arrange pick-ups from most of the leading hostels in Hong Kong to the first bars of our tours. Do ask your hostel if they have this service and if not they should get in touch with us on partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
Do I need to book online?
Booking is not compulsory, and you’re welcome to show up and pay at our first bar. However, we encourage all guests to book online so we have a better indication of numbers. Plus, we have discount promo codes for various promotions we have running. Our tickets are also available for sale from most of the leading hostels in Hong Kong, so if you’re staying in a hostel, check in to see if you can just get tickets there if not they should get in touch with us on partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
How do I pay?
Either pay online, or with cash on the night. If you’re reading this you may as well book online as the entire process will take you less than 5 minutes, and comes with an e-mail containing helpful info. Save your cash for the drinks!
Is there a dress code?
Better be safe than sorry. For men, that means best to wear no open-toed shoes and long pants.
Do I need to bring ID?
Yes, absolutely.
How many people normally attend?
Our crowd size varies each week. We usually have around 30 to 60 attendees on the Wednesday Horse Races Crawl.
What if it rains or there's a typhoon?
We follow Hong Kong Jockey Club's weather policies.
THURSDAY LAN KWAI FONG (LKF) CRAWL
How much does it cost to join?
All our tours are HKD 100 to join (and have been so since 2010!)
What do I get joining the Thursday Lan Kwai Fong (LKF) Crawl?
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A team of experienced crawl masters hosting you
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Professional photographer to record your epic night out
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Free welcome shot at every bar
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A welcome beer if you decide to join the hostel happy hour
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Standard drink deals at all participating bar venues: $40HKD for 2 beers & $30HKD signature cocktails
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Free entrance to all bars
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Free entry to our final night club (highlight of the Thursday LKF Crawl), typically priced at $300HKD for entry.
Who is this event for?
We welcome people from all walks of life, whether you’re a backpacker, exchange student, local, lone-traveler or other.
Why should I join?
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Value for money (To put in perspective, a drink at Lan Kwai Fong usually costs around $90HKD and up.)
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Meet friends from all over the world
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Navigate Hong Kong's infamous nightlife with expert guides
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Have your epic night out photographed
What’s the itinerary for the night, and which bars do you go to?
In general, we stay at each bar for just shy of 1 hour (allowing time to travel from bar to bar). Our policy is to NOT disclose the bars that we attend until the night of the crawl to encourage all guests to be on time and arrive before we head off to the second bar. Each bar is specially hand-picked by our team, is off-the-beaten-track, and we rotate between a large roster of bars each week.
Where do I meet for the crawls?
Read all you need to know on starting locations and itineraries on our booking page for the Thursday Lan Kwai Fong (LKF) Crawl.
Wasn’t there an 8pm roof-top start option for Thursdays?
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, Hong Kong Pub Crawl used to pick up guests at 8pm, on the IFC Rooftop, which was in time for the ICC Lightshows. We no longer do that as guests prefer staying later on at night so they can experience clubbing at the final nightclub, the highlight of our Thursday LKF Crawls. Guests are still welcome to meet there if they’re early to check out the light show but should make their own way to the first bar afterwards. The drinks there are expensive, you've been warned!
What if I’m late and you’ve moved on to the next bar?
Do try your best to be on time – sometimes our bars are in really tucked away places and super hard to find. However, if you really can’t help yourself, shoot us a message on Facebook and we’ll either send you the location of our next bar or try our best to come pick you up.
Can you take us to the first bar from my hostel?
We arrange pick-ups from most of the leading hostels in Hong Kong to the first bars of our crawls. Do ask your hostel if they have this service and if not they should get in touch with us on partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
Do I need to book?
Booking is not compulsory, and you’re welcome to show up and pay at our first bar. However, we encourage all guests to book online so we have a better indication of numbers. Plus, we have discount promo codes for various promotions we have running. Our tickets are also available for sale from most of the leading hostels in Hong Kong, so if you’re staying in a hostel, check in to see if you can just get tickets there if not they should get in touch with us on partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
How do I pay?
Either pay online, or with cash on the night. If you’re reading this you may as well book online as the entire process will take you less than 5 minutes, and comes with an e-mail containing helpful info. Save your cash for the drinks!
Is there a dress code?
The final nightclub has a very strict dress code, and will not let you in if you do not follow it. No exceptions!
Men: No open-faced shoes (sandals, flip-flops, slippers) and sleeveless tops
Everyone: No flip flops and slippers
Do I need to bring ID?
Yes, absolutely. The nightclub will not let you in without a form of ID. Any government issued ID, driving licenses, or passport will do.
How many people normally attend?
Our crowd size varies each week, averaging 60 to 120 attendees most weeks on Thursdays. Our current record is 250 people and waiting to be beaten!
What if it rains?
We run the Thursday crawl, rain, hail or shine.
BUILD YOUR OWN CRAWL
My organization/company/sports team are in town, we have a large group/won’t be able to make the Wednesday or Thursday crawl – would you be able to organize something for us?
Definitely! We offer private crawls for a very wide range of groups and events, from company icebreakers to stag nights, as well as bachelorette parties. Take the stress out of organizing by letting us do the job. After all, Hong Kong's nightlife is meant to be enjoyed. Read up about it here.
PARTNERSHIPS & COLLABORATIONS
We’re a bar and want to work with you guys! What do I need to know?
We're currently working with numerous bars located in both Lan Kwai Fong and Wanchai to bring the best drinks deals to our guests. If you're interested in working with us, send us an email at partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
We’re a hostel/hotel and want to work with you guys! What do I need to know?
We already work with a large number of accommodation providers in Hong Kong and Kowloon. We also provide a free pick-up service for guests going to our crawls. The crawls are a crowd-favorite among travelers, your guests will definitely have a good time! Find out more about us as a business here, or drop us a line on partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com to see how we can add value to your business today!
We’re an online travel agency and want to sell your events on our website! What do I need to know?
Awesome! If you're interested in working with us, shoot us an email at partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.
We’re a sponsor/partner/etc and want to collaborate with you guys! What do I need to know?
Great, we're always looking for creative collaborations. If you're interested in collaborating with us, don't hesitate to shoot us an email at partnerships@hongkongpubcrawl.com.