Ring in the season at one of the local area pop-up bars! Some of your favorite STL area bars transform in time for the holidays! Advance reservations required at most venues.
For a first-hand review of some of our local holiday pop-up bars, check out this post!
Avalanche
Work + Leisure STL, 3015 Locust Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
December 3 – December 31, 2024
Back by popular demand, Avalanche, the highly anticipated ski lodge-themed pop-up bar, returns to Work & Leisure (3015 Locust St) this December. From December 3-31, experience the magic of the holiday season with a twist at this immersive event hosted by BradENSTL and Work & Leisure for the second year in a row.
Avalanche transports guests to the snowy Lodge & Leisure Ski Resort, where the cozy atmosphere and thrilling story of an impending avalanche set the scene for an unforgettable experience. As soon as guests enter the lodge, they are welcomed by a dedicated staff who make it their mission to ensure everyone has a fantastic time. However, with the looming threat of an avalanche, the excitement never stops as guests wonder: Will the staff manage to keep everyone safe?
This year’s pop-up will feature even more delicious food from The Table, expertly crafted specialty cocktails by Raven Weinrich with Luxco products, interactive experiences like a photo booth provided by Fete Booth, and a special ice cream flavor from Clementine’s Naughty and Nice Creamery. Guests can indulge in culinary delights, sip on festive drinks, enjoy captivating photo opportunities, play engaging games, and create lasting memories in a lodge setting straight out of a winter wonderland.
Frosted
Piper Palm House – 4271 Northeast Drive, St. Louis, MO 63110
December 12 – 23, 2024
Tower Grove Park is once again turning its distinctive Piper Palm House into a winter wonderland. Frosted’s pop-up cocktail experience will feature live entertainment and local food trucks. A menu of unique, holiday-inspired cocktails – created by Pat Gioia and the team from STL Barkeep – will be available inside the Piper Palm House.
Holiday Lodge at Four Seasons
999 North 2nd Street, St. Louis, MO 63102
LIT – Molly’s in Soulard
816 Geyer Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63104
November 29 – December 23, 2024
Join us for an immersive Christmas experience that includes outrageous decor, a Christmas themed menu, costumes, music, photo ops, and more!
Reservations go live Monday, October 21, 2024 at 11 am.
Miracle STL
2800 Indiana Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63118
November 19 – December 29, 2024
Miracle STL is St. Louis’s ORIGINAL Christmas Pop-Up bar!
The 2024 holiday schedule will be from Tues Nov 19th through Sat Dec 29th, 2024 (closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day), with operating hours of 4 – 11:30 pm Sunday through Thursday, and 4 pm – midnight Friday and Saturday.
Walk-Ins are welcomed and encouraged! Walk-Ins will be seated on a first come, first served basis.
Now Booking through Saturday, December 7, 2024. New Reservations will be released on December 1, 2024 at noon.
Moose Mug Lounge
Art Bar STL: 3550 Samuel Shepard Drive, St. Louis, MO 63103
November 8 – December 31, 2024
Something lit is coming to ART Bar!
Introducing the Moose Mug Lounge on the roof! From November 8 through December, this pop-up bar will feature an entirely NEW lineup of winter cocktails, an incredible kick-off party with an official Clark’s Lighting Ceremony, PLUS an Ugly Sweater Party later this month to kick off the holiday season! See below for kick-off event details!
Ugly Sweater Party: On Saturday, November 23 from 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. we will be hosting a contest for the “ugliest sweater” where 10 winners receive a holiday @titosvodka sweater, samples and swag from Tito’s Vodka and Red Bull PLUS a DJ from Spin Society!
Sippin’ Santa @ The Planter House
The Planter’s House, 1000 Mississippi Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63104
November 29 – December 29, 2024
Planter’s House will “pop up” into becoming Sippin’ Santa from November 29 – December 29! Reservations recommended, walk-ins accepted depending on availability.
Sleigh Shed
Train Shed at Union Station: 201 S. 8th Street, St. Louis, MO
November 8 – December 31, 2024
The Sleigh Shed, St. Louis’ newest pop-up cocktail experience is returning for the 2024 holiday season.
This season the Train Shed restaurant is transformed into a glittering holiday destination with creative cocktails, delicious holiday appetizers and mocktails and sweets.
Gather your friends and experience a wonderland of whimsy, decorated from top to bottom with the bling and baubles of the season. With traditional Christmas colors, dripping icicle lights and elaborate table and bar decor, the excess of the holidays is on full display at Sleigh Shed.
Tinsel Tavern: Ballpark Village
Ballpark Village – 601 Clark Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102
November 29 – December 28, 2024
Tinsel Tavern is back, but this time Sandy Claus is coming to town and taking over Shark Bar for a beachy escape! This pop-up bar features wall-to-wall decor, a festive cocktail menu that yule love, special events like Holiday Drag Brunch, photo ops, and more. Whether you’re on the nauti or nice list, grab your best beaches and dive into this over-the-top holiday pop-up bar!
Up on the Rooftop at 360 Rooftop Bar
1 South Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102
November 10 – December 26, 2024
Step into a snow globe, and enjoy seasonal cocktails and a glittering holiday atmosphere.
A whimsical holiday cocktail pop-up experience with extreme decor and delicious seasonal drinks, small plates and more.
Weirdly Wonderful Holidays
750 N. 16th Street, St. Louis, MO 63103
November 29 – December 24, 2024
Step into a winter wonderland of joy and delight as City Museum transforms into a festive paradise from Thanksgiving through the entire month of December. From twinkling lights that illuminate the night to heartwarming encounters with Santa and his merry helpers, there’s something for everyone!
Warm up your winter with specialty cocktails at one of our three holiday bars! Step into a realm of frosty delights and savor the taste of the season at the Cozy Chalet bar (1st floor), the North Pole bar (3rd floor), or the Holly Jolly Café (on the Rooftop, weather permitting)
The Chalet
7730 Bonhomme Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63105
November 8 – December 27, 2024
Nestled on the rooftop deck at Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton hotel, this outdoor pop-bar features a curling rink ($50 per hour), heat lamps, firepits, cozy group seating, large format warm drinks, and more.
Magic Holiday Pop Up
Magic House – 516 South Kirkwood Road, St. Louis, MO 63122
Thursday, December 12 from 6 – 9 pm
Join us for cocktails and holiday cheer at our final adult play date of the year! Enjoy a festive evening of holiday-themed cocktails and appetizers, and more while exploring The Magic House decked out for the holidays. Plus, do a little holiday shopping from local pop-up shops. Ugly sweaters optional. Reservations are required, must be age 21+ to attend.
Bling
The Wolf Cafe: 15480 Clayton Road, Ballwin, MO
December 5 – 28, 2024
Enjoy an intimate setting with friends and loved ones while sipping on a seasonal cocktail and savoring delicious appetizers in the lower level of The Wolf Café Taproom & Cocktail Lounge.
Tickets are only required for the Cocktail Lounge which is open Thursdays-Saturdays (21 years and over with valid ID). Tickets are $20 and include an exclusive drink menu. Guests can order charcuterie plates or a hummus snack box. No reservations are required for The Taproom area which is open Wednesdays-Saturdays on a first come, first served basis. All ages are welcome until 8 pm (21 and older after 8 pm).
Wine, mixed drinks and mocktails await you at BLING which also boasts one of the best craft beer menus in St. Louis with selections from Perennial, 2nd Shift and Narrow Gauge.
Up on the Rooftop
360 Westport: 111 West Port Plaza Drive, St. Louis, MO 63146
November 8 – December 30, 2024
Step into a snow globe, and enjoy seasonal cocktails and a glittering holiday atmosphere.
A whimsical holiday cocktail pop-up experience with extreme decor and delicious seasonal drinks, small plates and more.
Toasted Chestnut
Public School House in Cottleville, 5546 Chestnut Street, St Charles, MO 63304
December 1 – 31, 2024
Join us at The Public School House where it’s beginning to look A LOT like Christmas … for a truly immersive holiday experience with all things merry and bright including floor to ceiling decorations, food and beverages in theme, plus the outdoor winter light walk.
Jingle!
CarShield Field, 900 TR Hughes Blvd, O’Fallon, MO 63366
November 22 – December 31, 2024
So much more than just a pop-up bar! Glide around our twisting ice skating trail, feel the rush of snow tubing on real snow and enjoy wandering with your friends and family through a festive holiday light path! Indulge in festive tunes at Bah Humbug’s Sing-A-Long Piano Bar or enjoy a cup of cheer at the Tipsy Tree Lodge. Find the perfect gift for that special someone amongst our local artists and handmade crafts. With five unique holiday bars, you’ll find a new favorite pop-up bar experience for the holidays.
And no holiday celebration would be complete without a visit from Santa Claus!
Cocktails + Candy Canes
Presto Wine Bar: 100 Main Street, St. Peters, MO 63376
December 5, 6, 7 | 12, 13, 14 | 19, 20, 21| 27, and 28
An all out Christmas delight! Celebrate the season feeling all merry and bright while you enjoy themed cocktails and the atmosphere!
Tickets go on sale October 24, 2024!
Dasher’s Dive Bar
The Marquee at New Town: 3544 Galt House Drive, St. Charles, MO 63301
November 27 – January 1, 2024
This isn’t your normal Pop-Up! This is a true Christmas Party and Holiday Game Show! We are the only Pop-Up where your ticket includes a festive welcome cocktail, our delicious Dasher’s appetizers and snacks on every table. Plus, win prizes and interact with Team Dasher on stage for Reindeer Games, Karaoke and Christmas Game Shows!
FLOCKED
210 Ridge Street, Alton, IL 62002
November 30 – December 31, 2024
FLOCKED, our holiday popup, will be here November 30 through December 31. Enjoy vintage-inspired winter cocktails and Brunch’n with Santa. More info to come!
Ethel’s Jingle Bar
620 Broadway, Highland, IL 62249
2024 Dates Not Yet Posted
Come enjoy our exclusive, fun Christmas themed decor! Perfect to meet with friends, work holiday parties, or post-parties!
The Naughty List
423 W. Hanover Street, New Baden, IL 62265
The Naughty List, the ultimate Christmas bar! Enjoy our Christmas cocktails, loads of holiday decor made to capture the perfect photo, and lights throughout! Just like Santa, we only appear once a year!
Christmas at the Mill
1311 20th St., Granite City, IL 62040
November 7, 2024 – January 2, 2025
Join us every Thursday From November 7th to January 2nd, as we celebrate the Holiday Season at The Mill! Music, lights, holiday inspired drinks and fun! The patio will have
the fire pits roaring and we will have music in our heated bar area. Come relax and get in the Holiday Spirit
every Thursday from 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Admission is FREE
Cozy Cider Cabin at Eckert’s
Eckert’s Farm: 951 S. Green Mt Rd, Belleville, IL 62220
Wednesdays – Sundays, January 10 – March 2, 2025
With the holidays over, we need a little something more than holiday cheer to keep us warm! Introducing the Cozy Cider Cabin at Eckert’s Farm. Every Wednesday – Sunday from January 10 – March 2, transport yourself to a cabin on a mountain-side close to home at Eckert’s Farm. We’ve transformed the Cider Shed to mimic that of a cozy cabin nestled in the woods. Snuggle up with a loved one by the fireplace, enjoy deer, elk, and moose adorning our walls, and bear skin rug nestled on our floor. Wear your favorite flannel and be amazed at the transformation of the space – you’ll forget you’re on a farm! For $5 per person, enjoy delicious food and drink options to keep you satisfied while you visit.
