Cheers to these 2024 holiday pop-up bars
The holiday festivities have begun, so here are some bars to enjoy the season in.
Season’s greetings! The holidays are officially upon us and these bars are welcoming in the holiday spirit.
Here is a list of holiday bars around the Twin Cities and metro area for your seasonal dose of tinsel and martinis.
Jingle Bar at Brit’s Pub
In addition to festive cocktails and non-stop Christmas music, there will be games and entertainment hosted by “Christmas Miracle Makers,” and prizes to those most festively dressed. Tickets are $10 and non-refundable. The pop-up bar is open from Dec. 1 to Jan. 12.
Brit’s Pub: 1110 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis; 612-332-3908; britspub.com
Dorit’s Tavern at Surly
A Gremlin-esque 80s dive-bar inspired holiday pop-up is open on Surly’s second floor. There will be jello shots, deviled eggs and themed drinks from a custom menu. Surly’s craft beers and pizza will be available alongside potential Gremlins running amok. Trivia will be every Wednesday starting Dec. 11. The bar runs from Dec. 4 to Jan. 5 and is now taking reservations.
Surly Brewing Co.: 520 Malcolm Avenue SE, Minneapolis; 763-999-4040; surlybrewing.com
Down Through the Chimney at Hotel Emery
On the vault level of the hotel, there is a cozy Christmas hideaway. Cocktails like “S’more Naughty Than Nice” to “Reindeer in Disguise” and food items such as smorgasbord and peppermint panna cotta are a few cheerful options on this holiday menu. Additionally, there is a toy drive throughout the season. The bar opened on Nov. 21 and goes until Dec. 29, Wednesday through Sunday. Walk-ins are welcome.
Hotel Emery: 215 4th Street South Minneapolis; 612-340-2000; hotelemery.com
Red Nose Room at Red Cow
This themed pop-up bar at the local eatery’s North Loop location returns with an added Après Ski Chalet bar on the patio and scenic ski-lift photo opportunity. There are lots of shareable snacks, such as assorted Christmas cookies and cheese fondue. Christmas cocktails range from SantaGria to a Gingerbread White Russian. The bar is open now and ends on Dec. 31.
Red Cow North Loop: 2626 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis; 612-767-3547; redcowmn.com
Jingle Giles at Earl Giles
A Snow Globe Margarita, Gingerbread Mule and Polar Express-o Martini. Swedish Meatballs, Roast Beef Sliders and Christmas Cookies. All to be consumed by a 16-foot tree. Besides food and drink, there will be holiday markets every Saturday, ugly sweater Sundays, trivia Tuesdays, live music and a way to donate to Toys for Tots. The holiday pop-up opened Nov. 25 and ends Dec. 31. Reservations are strongly encouraged.
Earl Giles: 1325 Quincy St. N.E., Minneapolis; 612-345-5305; earlgiles.com
Holiday Flight Club at Travail’s Basement Bar
This holiday pop-up explores global cuisines celebrating many holiday traditions. The multi-course dinner travels from Austria to Jamaica, and each dish is paired with a holiday beverage. Tickets start at $134. The holiday experience runs from now until Jan. 4. Seating times are at 5:45 p.m. and 8 p.m.
Travail: 4134 Hubbard Ave N, Robbinsdale; 763-535-1131; travailkitchen.com
Hell-a-dazzle at Hell’s Kitchen
Decked out in kitschy Christmas decor, the seasonal drinks include, hot apple buttered rum, candy cane coupe and separate naughty and nice cocktails. There are also live music performances and a weekend bloody mary and mimosa bar. The pop-up is open from Nov. 29 through Jan. 17. Reservations are encouraged.
Hell’s Kitchen: 80 South 9th Street, Minneapolis; 612-332-4700; hellskitcheninc.com
Nico’s Navidad at Nico’s Taco Bar
The entire restaurant decked the halls for a bright Christmas experience. Enjoy restaurant classics in the newly decorated miracle on 25th Street. Runs from now through Jan.
Nico’s Taco Bar: 2516 Hennepin Ave, South, Minneapolis; 612-345-7688; nicostacobar.com
Jingle Bar at Lola’s Lakehouse
Offers festive cocktails and mocktails, seasonal activities, live music and more. The bar is seated on a first-come first-serve basis. Reservations are strongly encouraged for the dining room. Open daily through Dec. 31.
Lola’s Lakehouse: 318 E Lake Street, Waconia; 952-442-4954, lolaslakehouse.com
Blitzens at Keras
Enjoy holiday maximalism with cozy tipples, nightcaps on ice and Christmas cocktails. Pop-up is open now, Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Keras Lobby Lounge: 2611 Nordic Way, Eagan; 651-689-9800; omnihotels.com
Winter Wonderland Bar at Fair on 4
This pop-up on the 4th floor of the Mall of America offers holiday-themed cocktails and hot appetizers beside a picturesque seasonal backdrop. Enjoy the usual axe-throwing and fair-inspired foods. The bar opens Dec. 6 and lasts until mid-January.
Fair on 4: 402 East Broadway, Bloomington; 952-452-9938; thefairon4.com
Tattersall Distilling’s Winter Market
More than 50 local craftsmen and brands are selling giftss in this spacious distillery. There are different vendors every weekend. Browse classic alcohol to gift or bring to a holiday party. There will be five cocktail bars serving cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks. Drinks include apple cinnamon ginger punch, cranberry pomegranate blossom and pear maple fig punch. The market runs Dec. 14-15 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tattersall Distilling: 1777 Paulson Road, River Falls, Wis.; 534- 248-8300; tattersalldistilling.com
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