Pub Crawl of the Top 13 Horror Movie Taverns

 

    In some horror movies, pubs often serve as more than just a backdrop—they’re a refuge, a place of sinister happenings, or the calm before the storm. Imagine embarking on a pub crawl through some of the most iconic watering holes in horror cinema where the ambiance is as dark as the finest Irish ale.

    Each stop on this crawl isn’t just about the drinks; it’s about who you’d share that pint with, delving into their stories, fears, and maybe even surviving the night. Whether it’s a dive bar in a haunted town or a pub that serves as the last bastion against the apocalypse, here’s your guide to the top 13 pub crawl in horror flicks. Cheers!

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13. "The Innkeepers" (2011)

• Pub: The Yankee Pedlar Inn (the hotel bar).
• Beer: Samuel Adams Boston Lager – A classic choice for a historic inn.
• Share a Pint With: Claire. As a fellow ghost enthusiast, she'd be the perfect companion to discuss the eerie happenings at the inn.

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12. "The Howling VII: New Moon Rising" (1995)

• Pub: Pappy and Harriet's Pioneertown Palace, California.
• Beer: Pabst Blue Ribbon – A simple, no-nonsense beer for a small-town bar. When you say, "gimme a beer, mate" that is exactly what you will get.
• Share a Pint With: Ted. He's the mysterious drifter with a past, and you might uncover some of the town's darkest secrets over a drink. Country line dancing is optional. We're sorry, Ted.

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11. "Halloween III: Season of the Witch" (1982)

• Pub: The local bar in Loleta, California.
• Beer: Miller Genuine Draft – Hell, take a six pack with you, too.
• Share a Pint With: Dr. Challis. You can discuss the strange occurrences of the Silver Shamrock company, but beware of the ticking clock. It's almost time...

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10. "Dog Soldiers" (2002)

• Pub: A local pub in the Scottish Highlands.
• Beer: Belhaven Scottish Ale – A robust and hearty ale, fitting for a Scottish pub.
• Share a Pint With: Sgt. Wells. He’d have some gripping tales of military encounters and werewolves to share over a pint. Things are sure to get a little hairy.

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9. "From Dusk Till Dawn" (1996)

• Pub: The Titty Twister
• Beer: Corona Extra – A light beer to start the night before things get heavy.
• Share a Pint With: Seth Gecko. The charismatic yet dangerous criminal would keep you on edge while sipping a beer, but you might want to keep your guard up. 

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8. "Near Dark" (1987)

• Pub: The random Oklahoma dive bar where the vampires unleash chaos.
• Beer: Budweiser – A classic American lager, rough around the edges, much like the film’s characters.
• Share a Pint With: Jesse Hooker. As the leader of the vampire clan, he’s sure to have some dark stories and chilling insights. He'll order the Blood Light. 

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7. "30 Days of Night" (2007)

• Pub: The Last Stop bar in Barrow, Alaska.
• Beer: Alaskan Amber – A locally brewed beer, perfect for the icy, isolated setting.
• Share a Pint With: Eben Oleson. As the town sheriff, he’s the guy you want to talk to about what happens when the sun goes down for a month. That sucks. 

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6. "My Bloody Valentine" (1981)

• Pub: The Valentine Bluffs bar in Valentine Bluffs, Canada.
• Beer: Molson Canadian – A classic Canadian beer, fitting for the setting of this horror flick.
• Share a Pint With: T.J. Hanniger. He’s caught in a love triangle and dealing with a crazed killer – plenty of drama to discuss over a cold beer and wash away the coal mine dust from your lungs. 

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5. "The Fog" (1980)

• Pub: The local bar in Antonio Bay, California.
• Beer: Anchor Steam Beer – A nod to the sea and foggy coastlines.
• Share a Pint With: Stevie Wayne. The local DJ would be great company as she shares tales of the town’s ghostly past and the ominous fog that rolled in - perfect with the hazy beer. Wait, isn't that Dr. Challis over there? 

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4. "The Wicker Man" (1973)

• Pub: The Green Man Inn in Summerisle, Scotland. 
• Beer: Fuller’s London Pride – A traditional English ale, ideal for a quaint village pub.
• Share a Pint With: Sergeant Howie. Over a pint, you might try to convince him to leave the island before it’s too late. 

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3. "Shaun of the Dead" (2004)

• Pub: The Winchester in Crouch End, England.
• Beer: Boddingtons Pub Ale – A smooth and creamy ale, perfect for a pub under siege by zombies.
• Share a Pint With: Shaun. He’s the everyman hero who could use a break from the apocalypse, and you'd likely end up discussing everything from zombie survival to everyday life. Just don't forget there is an apocalypse just outside the stained glass windows. 

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2. "The Shining" (1980)

• Pub: The Gold Room at the Overlook Hotel in the Rockies, Colorado.
• Beer: Heineken – A crisp and clean beer that contrasts with the dark, haunting atmosphere.
• Share a Pint With: Jack Torrance, but be wary – as the conversation deepens, you might find yourself questioning reality just as much as he does. All work and no play make Jack a dull boy, but a quick drink will fix you right up. 

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1. "An American Werewolf in London" (1981)

• Pub: The Slaughtered Lamb in East Proctor, England.
• Beer: John Smith’s Extra Smooth – A classic British ale, comforting yet with an ominous undertone, much like the pub itself.
• Share a Pint With: David Kessler. His stories of strange dreams and transformations would make for an unsettling conversation in this eerie, rural pub. Perhaps a game of darts? Anything to keep you off the moors.

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    At this point, you're blotto or bloody. Either way, it has been a memorable romp through the smoky beer halls of horror. Cheers to a truly terrifying pub crawl that would make your skin do the same!