A Map Of All The Holiday Pop-Up Bars In Austin
Just a few short years ago, Austin only had a handful of holiday bars to visit during the month of December. This year there are DOZENS of fun holiday pop-up bars in Austin! They’re typically decorated with a particular festive theme (a nostalgic movie or something like that) and feature photo-worthy decor, holiday themed drinks and drinkware, and yummy holiday bites. Sometimes they even have life-size igloos you can rent or live music on the weekends!
Use the map of all of the holiday pop-up bars in Austin below to find one near you, or read on to search by date. Happy holidays!
All The Holiday Pop-Up Bars In Austin
Winter Wonderglam
Location: Gibson Street Bar
Dates: November 27 - December 29, 2024
Details: Gibson Street Bar is known for their holiday decorations, and Christmas is no exception! Holiday cocktails, giant peppermints, and all the holiday cheer you could ask for. {Photo: Gibson Street Bar}
Busy Signal Holiday Speakeasy
Location: Victory East
Dates: November 26 - December 30, 2024
Details: Busy Signal is a speakeasy located at Victory East restaurant, and they’re doing a sparkly holiday pop-up bar for the month of December. Holiday décor, seasonal cocktails, holiday-themed games, and a fun speakeasy-vibe.
Yule At Azul
Location: Azul Rooftop Bar
Dates: November 21 - December 29, 2024
Details: This festive holiday pop-up bar on the 20th floor of the Westin Downtown Austin features festive holiday mocktails and cocktails, s’mores kits, and twinkling lights. You can even book your own cabana for a group of friends. {Photo: Azul Rooftop Bar}
Nutcracker Pop-up
Location: Daydreamer
Dates: November 29 - December, 2023
Details: Daydreamer Champagne and Cocktail Bar is hosting a month-long Nutcracker-themed bar. If you’re looking for something a bit more classic and fancy, stop by for festive cocktails, caviar bumps, and pizza from All Day Pizza.
Lala's Little Nugget
Location: Lala’s Little Nugget
Dates: year-round
Details: IYKYK. Lala’s has been the greatest year-round Christmas bar in Austin since 1972, whether it’s December or July!
Aprés Swim
Location: Swim Club Austin at Downright Austin Hotel
Dates: December 15- 30, 2024
Details: The adorably pink Swim Club Austin is decked out for the holidays, complete with festive drinks and holiday cheer. And yes - you can swim here!
Get Lit Hanukkah Pop-up
Location: Kitty Cohen’s
Dates: December 3, 2024 - January 2, 2025
Details: Austin’s best Hanukkah pop-up bar is going to Get Lit again this year! Try the L’Chaim with rye whiskey and chai syrup, specialty frozen egg nog, and other festive drink specials. {Photo: Kitty Cohen's}
Sippin’ Santa
Location: Nickel City Bar
Dates: November 25 - December 29, 2024
Details: Nickel City Bar's holiday pop-up is back with festive drinks and amazing decorations to get you in the spirit of Christmas! The best way to enjoy this bar is to reserve a table for a group. (It gets pretty crowded here!) {Photo: Nickel City Bar}
Polar Espresso
Location: Thompson Austin
Dates: November 27 - December 24, 2024
Details: Thompson Austin is a gorgeous, modern hotel in downtown Austin, and this year they're hosting a new holiday pop-up bar called The Polar Espresso at their ground-floor coffee bar. If you want more caffeine than booze, this one is for you! They'll have seasonal coffee drinks and pretty Christmas decor. {Photo: Tommie Austin}
National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation
Location: Uptown Sports Club
Dates: December 4 - 30, 2024
Details: Uptown Sports Club is doing a Christmas Vacation-themed pop-up bar this year. They'll have Christmas trees, holiday lights, lots of tinsel, and a special menu of holiday cocktails. {Photo: Uptown Sports Club}
Miracle On 5th Street
Location: The Eleanor
Dates: November 15 - December 28, 2024
Details: Miracle on 5th Street is Austin's most popular holiday pop-up bar! The Eleanor is transformed into a winter wonderland, complete with THEEE cutest and most festive glassware. You can even purchase it to bring home! (Tip: be sure to make you reservations here far in advance.)
Ralphie’s On Congress
Location: Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta
Dates: December 5 - 31, 2024
Details: Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta is doing a new holiday pop-up this year inspired by the beloved holiday classic A Christmas Story. They even offer a Ralphie's Night Out overnight stay at the hotel, complete with a late check-out, discounted valet parking, and two cocktail vouchers.
Ugly Sweater Holiday Bar
Location: Rules and Regs at The Fairmont Hotel
Dates: November 26 - December 28, 2024
Details: This is the place to wear your ugly Christmas sweater! Rules and Regs at the Fairmont is hosting a holiday pop-up bar inspired by your ugliest Christmas sweaters. Dress accordingly. 😉 {Photo: The Fairmont}
Ice Rodeo
Location: Four Seasons Austin
Dates: November 22, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Details: Four Seasons Austin is transformed into a snowy wonderland in December! The ice skating rink is the perfect backdrop to seasonal cocktails and cozy hot cocoa.
You have a few options here: you can ice skate, or you can rent a private "cabin" (basically a cabana) near the ice skating rink, complete with luxury accommodations and delicious food and drinks. Or, stop by the Live Oak patio bar for a festive cocktail and the perfect spot to soak it all in.
How The Grinch Stole Sunny’s Backyard
Location: Sunny’s Backyard
Dates: November 26 - December 30, 2024
Details: Sunny’s Backyard is the perfect spot for holiday fun with Grinch-themed drinks, festive vibes, and plenty of cheer. Enjoy great prices, live music, a pool table, and delicious food, all while soaking in the merry atmosphere.
Rudolph’s Road House
Location: Lefty’s Brick Bar
Dates: December 2 - December 30, 2024
Details: Lefty’s Brick Bar is the perfect spot for a cold drink, a cheesy pizza, and good times on our outdoor patio. They're decked out for the holidays with festive drinks and cute glassware! This is an excellent east Austin holiday pop-up bar.
Merry Merry Marlow
Location: Marlow Bar
Dates: December 3 - 29, 2024
Details: Marlow Bar brings a fresh vibe to historic 6th Street with a laid-back atmosphere and great music. This Austin holiday bar features Christmas drinks, and they'll have two nights of their Holiday Cabaret Piano Jam on December 11 and 19. {Photo: Marlow Instagram}
Swamp Christmas
Location: Lil’ Easy
Dates: December 1 - 31, 2024
Details: Lil’ Easy is the place to be for fun vibes, Cajun bites, and cold drinks, with a special twist on holiday cheer. Visit during Swamp Christmas and enjoy festive cocktails, delicious food, and a warm atmosphere.
Holly Jolly Bar
Location: Wanderlust Wine Bar - Shady Lane
Dates: Specific dates - see website
Details: This special holiday pop-up from the Bucketlisters X Wanderlust Wine Bar features tinsel, lights, and all sorts of holiday merry-making! Your reservation ticket gets you a welcome cocktail, and drinks will be available for purchase at the 90-minute event.
Jingle Jangle
Location: The Dead Rabbit
Dates: November 19, 2024 - January 5, 2025
Details: The Dead Rabbit, the award-winning cocktail bar from NYC, is now in Austin too! It brings the heart of an Irish pub with a modern twist, offering classic cocktails and a welcoming vibe. This downtown bar is DECKED OUT for the holidays, complete with special festive menus.
Holiday Hideaway
Location: Zanzibar
Dates: November 22 - December 30, 2024
Details: Zanzibar's rooftop escape is transformed into a tropical island holiday! Relax with a festive cocktail in hand and let the laid-back vibes take you away from the everyday.
The Lodge
Location: Hotel Van Zandt rooftop patio
Dates: November 29 - December 29, 2024
Details: What started as a pandemic holiday activity to practice social distancing has turned into on elf Austin's most popular holiday pop-up bars! Rent your own private igloo on the rooftop bar at Hotel Van Zandt where you'll get a concierge to handle your food and drink orders and anything else you might need. Games, Christmas vinyl, and cozy vibes await you.
Wintersol
Location: Otopia Rooftop at The Otis Hotel
Dates: November 22 - December 30, 2024
Details: Here's another place to rent a private igloo in Austin! The Otis Hotel is the only hotel in UT's West Campus area that feature a heated rooftop pool, and their holiday shenanigans are out of this world awesome.
Psst: even if you don't rent an igloo, you can still stop by the rooftop holiday pop-up bar to soak up the views and get a festive drink!
Snow Much Fun
Location: Edge Rooftop Bar
Dates: November 23 - December 30, 2024
Details: Live snowfall, every hour on the hour!! Snow Much Fun at the JW Marriott's rooftop bar offers stunning views of downtown Austin, festive craft cocktails, holiday lights, and SNOW!! Book a standard booking, a personal firepit table, or a snow cabana.
Krampus’ Cove
Location: Half Step Bar
Dates: December 4 - 29, 2024
Details: This popular macabre-style national holiday pop-up will finally be in Austin! Half Step Bar is hosting this holiday pop-up bar with black Christmas trees, spooky decor, and seasonal drinks.
Winter Wanderland
Location: Austin Motel
Dates: December 5, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Details: Rainbow-colored Christmas trees and technicolor festivities await! Austin Motel is back with their popular Winter Wanderland, where guests can wander through the trees and enjoy a festive drink. Check their website for special events like a vintage holiday dance party, movie nights, and more. {Photo: Austin Motel}
Naughty Or Nice
Location: Upstairs at Caroline’s
Dates: November 21 - December 29, 2024
Details: Upstairs at Caroline’s is the perfect spot for good drinks, fun games, and a relaxed vibe! It's an open-air rooftop bar and the "Naughty or Nice" holiday pop-up has all the festive decor and seasonal drinks you'd expect!
Devil May Care
Location: Devil May Care
Dates: November 20 - December 28, 2024
Details: Devil May Care is an underground downtown Austin speakeasy with bold cocktails and an edgy atmosphere. This holiday season, the underground lounge is transformed into a cozy escape with festive drinks and a whole lot of holiday cheer.
Candy Land
Location: Cosmic Saltillo
Dates: November 14 - December 27, 2024
Details: Cosmic Saltillo is all decked out with festive holiday decor and sweet treats! Sip your way through a menu designed like the Candy Land game board, filled with carefully-curated themed cocktails that celebrate the season.
Holiday Extravaganza
Location: Donn’s Depot
Dates: December 2 - 31, 2024
Details: Donn’s Depot is an old rail car-turned piano bar in Austin where live music, dancing, and a warm community come together...just as it has for over 50 years. It's not Christmas until you've seen the decorations at Donn's!
Best In Snow
Location: TLC
Dates: November 30, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Details: TLC is a laid-back, family-friendly spot in South Austin is hosting a snowy holiday event all month long in December. Holiday drinks, food specials, a snow machine, cookie decorating, Christmas karaoke, and even visits from Santa! Check out the website for the full schedule. {Photo: TLC}
Mozart’s Lights
Location: Mozart’s Coffee Roasters
Dates: December 3, 2024 - January 4, 2025
Details: Mozart's Lights has been an Austin holiday classic since 1993! This adorable coffee shop on Lake Austin has one of the best Christmas light displays in Austin that's timed with music. While you're watching the lights, you can imbibe on holiday cocktails, festive treats, and hot cocoa. Be sure to make reservations in advance.
Mr. Bo-Jingles
Location: The Reverbery at Hilton Austin
Dates: November 29 - December 29, 2024
Details: Inspired by Austin music legend, Jerry Jeff Walker’s 1968 iconic tune ‘Mr. Bojangles’, MR. BO-JINGLES is a pop-up bar at the Hilton that's available for private events Monday-Thursday! Or stop by on the weekends for live music, holiday decor, and a special bar menu. {Photo: Hilton Austin}
Krampus
Location: The Cavalier
Dates: December 12 - 24, 2024
Details: There's a holiday cocktail takeover at this New Orleans-meets-East Austin bar. The Cavalier will be transformed into a "cozy yet haunting atmosphere," adorned with holiday decor that evokes a touch of the macabre. The special menu starts at 5 pm every night and is 21+.
Pinkmas
Location: Museum of Ice Cream
Dates: November 15, 2024 - January 15, 2025
Details: Visit Pinkmas at the Museum of Ice Cream for the most photo-worthy holiday pop-up in Austin. See the PINK Christmas trees, take photos in the specially themed Christmas rooms, and (yes) eat all-you-can-eat ice cream during your visit.
LatchSki
Location: Latch Key ATX
Dates: November 18 - December 29, 2024
Details: Lovingly referred to as a "bar and daycare center for adults,"Latch Key ATX is a quirky neighborhood bar that's definitely pro-alcohol. Their Latchski holiday pop-up bar is cozy and festive with fake snow, ski shots, happy hour deals, and more.
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