Holiday pop-up bars are the newest trend sweeping the nation, transforming themselves into winter wonderlands throughout the country, including the South. Companies like Miracle are known for their over-the-top style. All have a similar menu, but the decorations vary slightly.
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The majority of the bars do not accept reservations, so you’ll have to go early to get a spot. For Miracle bars, wait times can be hours long, with the line wrapping around the building. The best times to get in are during off-peak hours, an hour before closing, and as soon as it opens.
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What to Wear to Christmas Bars
Wear your best ugly sweaters to the holiday pop-up bars in the South. They can be purchased at places like Stein Mart. I purchased the alpaca sweater above from Michael’s. Amazon also has a great selection of festive gear.
Christmas Bars in Alabama
Birmingham
Hold Your Horses, formerly called Queen’s Park, in Birmingham, is the setting for Miracle on 24th Street, Miracle’s only location in the city. The Loft District cocktail bar’s pop-up will run from December 2nd until December 30th.
Seating is limited and is first-come first first-served as no reservations are accepted. It’s open Sunday to Thursday from 4 pm to midnight and Friday and Saturdays from 4 pm to 2 am. There is no on-site parking, and the food menu is limited, so eat in advance.
Fairhope
Little Whiskey Christmas Club is a year-round Christmas-themed bar in Fairhope, across the bay from Mobile. It opened in 2018 to celebrate once the presents are unwrapped, complete with over-the-top decorations. They have karaoke nights hosted by Santa and Mrs. Klaus and festive cocktails like the eggnog Bushwhacker, a nod to the regional favorite.
Montgomery
Montgomery’s Miracle locale will be held at Hilltop Public House.
Christmas Bars in Arkansas
Bentonville
Miracle on 2nd Street returns to Undercroft, located in the basement of The Preacher’s Son in downtown Bentonville. Reservations are available on Tock.
Christmas Bars in the District Of Columbia
Miracle at Death Punch Bar is the company’s only location in the district, set in a bar in Adams Morgan. It runs from November 27 to December 31. Reservations are available through Resy.
Sippin’ Santa has moved locations this year to Black Whiskey.
For more information, visit Eater DC’s list of holiday-themed bars.
Christmas Bars in Florida
In addition to the below, Miracle will be in Hallandale Beach and Lake Worth locales to be announced.
Clearwater, St. Pete, and Tampa
Miracle at Mezzo is held at St. Petersburg‘s Intermezzo Coffee & Cocktails. It’s open from Sunday to Thursday from 5 pm to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 5 pm to 2 am. They don’t accept reservations.
Across the bay in Tampa, Miracle will be at Strandhill Public Tampa Heights.
Daytona Beach
Sippin’ Santa in Daytona will be at the Polynesian Fire Luau.
Gainesville
Gainesville will have its own Miracle at Cry Baby’s and Baby J’s.
Jacksonville
Miracle On The Square is located at Jacksonville‘s Grape And Grain Exchange, an upscale liquor store and cocktail bar. The bar is open Sunday to Wednesday from 12 pm to 1 am and Thursday to Saturday from 12 pm to 2 am. They do not offer reservations.
The city will also have Sippin’ Santa at The Red Gill Bistro.
Kendall
Miracle will be at La Cañita.
Lantana
Lantana will have Miracle at Ravish.
Miami
This year, Miami‘s Miracle on 8th Street will take place at Casa Tiki. Sippin’ Santa will move over to Sra. Martinez.
For more information, visit Eater Miami’s list of holiday-themed bars.
Orlando
Miracle on Orange is located in downtown Orlando‘s The Courtesy Bar. It runs from November 24th through December 24th. It’s open Tuesday to Saturday from 5 pm to 1 am. Reservations are available via Tock. Sippin’ Santa will be at Shark Bar.
Sarasota
Tamiami Tap will be the home for Miracle in Sarasota.
Seaside
The charming South Walton town will hold Miracle at The Daytrader Tiki Bar and Restaurant.
St. Augustine
St. Augustine will play host to Miracle at Forgotten Tonic from November 27 to January 6. It’s open from Sunday to Thursday from 12 pm to 11 pm and Friday and Saturday from 12 pm to 12 am. Reservations are available via OpenTable.
Tavares
Miracle on Main will take place at Crafted Concoctions in Tavares from November 24 to December 31. It’s open Tuesday to Thursday from 5 to 10 pm, Friday and Saturday from 12 pm to 12 am, and Sunday from 12 to 8 pm. Reservations are not accepted.
West Palm Beach
Sippin’ Santa in West Palm will occur at Juicy Cocktail Bar through December 31.
Christmas Bars in Georgia
Athens
The college town of Athens will host Miracle at Nighthawks Lounge, running from November 26th to December 30th. Reservations are recommended, available on Resy.
Atlanta
The Blind Pig Parlour Bar, a speakeasy in Buckhead, will turn into the Blind Elf for the holiday season. It will have holiday decor and drinks running from November 12, Wednesday, to Saturday. Reservations are recommended.
Miracle on Monroe will also return to its usual spot, Tapa Tapa. There will also be a Miracle in Alpharetta.
Little Christmas Spirit at Little Spirit in Inman Park will transform the small bar into a holiday-themed space starting November 22. The menu includes cocktails like boozy hot chocolate and mulled wine. It’s open Monday to Saturday from 5:30 pm to 2 am.
Mele Kalikimaka at SOS Tiki Bar is the Decatur tiki bar’s holiday concept, running from November 24 to December 31. Here you’ll find tropical cocktails and dishes inspired by Christmas movies. It’s open Wednesday to Saturday from 6 pm to late at night.
The Roof at Ponce City Market will also play host to festivities. The Holiday Social Bar starts on November 25 with holiday decor and specialty cocktails. Upstairs at 12 Cocktail Bar, the space becomes MixMas with its own festive cocktails. Reservations are highly recommended.
The Select in Sandy Springs is also decking the halls with over-the-top decorations and spirited drinks. Epicurean Atlanta officially launched the Epicurean Igloo Experience with food and merriment.
The Third Door in Marietta, a speakeasy in a former auto garage, will turn into a Christmas Vacation-themed bar on December 1. There will be festive drinks and decor.
Tinsel Tavern is setting up at The Battery with holiday decor, seasonal cocktails, and themed nights from Thursday, December 1 through Saturday, December 24 from 4 pm until close.
Yebo Ski Haus in Buckhead is one of two concepts the South African restaurant does, running until the spring. It takes on a ski-lodge style decor with cozy fire pits and blankets. Westside Motor Lounge also has a holiday pop-up.
For more information, visit Eater Atlanta’s list of holiday-themed bars.
Jasper
The Old Mulehouse in the charming North Georgia town will turn into the “Yulehouse” until the end of December. The neighborhood tavern will have themed cocktails and food.
Savannah
The Alida Hotel‘s Lost Square rooftop bar in Savannah will be transformed into a winter wonderland with private igloos, retro decor, and seasonal cocktails and bites. Held starting November 25, the igloos are available nightly for up to six people for 90 minutes. Reservations are required, and there is a minimum food and beverage spend.
Sippin’ Santa will move in at Bamboo Room Tiki Bar in Ellis Square. Reservations are available.
Christmas Bars in Kentucky
Louisville
Miracle On Market is in Louisville’s Galaxie Bar. It’s open from November 23 to December 31. They’re open from Sunday to Thursday from 5 pm to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 5 pm to 2 am. Reservations are offered on weekends. There will also be a Sippin’ Santa.
Christmas Bars in Louisiana
Baton Rouge
Miracle in Baton Rouge is operating at The Station. It runs from November 22 on Tuesday to Friday from 5 pm to 2 am and Saturday from 6 pm to 2 am. No reservations are offered. Sippin’ Santa will be at Pelican to Mars.
Hammond
Hammond will have its own Miracle at One Thirteen Restaurant.
Lafayette
Miracle at Pamplona Tapas Bar is Lafayette’s pop-up holiday bar. They’re open from 5 to 11 pm daily. On Fridays, they’re open from 11 am, and private events are available. Reservations can be made on the website or by calling (337) 232-0070.
New Orleans
Beachbum Berry’s Latitude 29 is an outpost of Sippin Santa in New Orleans, open from November 18 to December 31. It’s open Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, and Tuesday from 4 to 9 pm and Friday and Saturday from 4 to 10 pm. Reservations are available via Resy.
Miracle on Magazine Barrel Proof is open from 4 to 11 pm daily from November 22 to December 31, located in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans. They offer events like an ugly sweater party as well as festive cocktails. No reservations are offered.
Snakes and Jake’s Christmas Club Lounge is a year-round Christmas-themed dive bar. It’s open starting at 7 pm nightly in the Uptown Carrollton area. It has Christmas ornaments strung from the ceiling and other funky decor.
Christmas Bars in Mississippi
Jackson
The state’s first Miracle is at The Apothecary at Brent’s Drugs in Jackson from November 22 to December 31. It will be open Tuesday to Thursday from 5 pm to midnight and Friday and Saturday from 5 pm to 1 am. Reservations are available by calling (601) 540-2692.
Christmas Bars in North Carolina
Asheville
Miracle on Haywood will be at The Golden Pineapple, running from November 26 to December 31.
This year, Sippin Santa has moved to The Tiki Easy Bar in Asheville.
Charlotte
Merchant & Trade at the Kimpton Tryon Park Hotel will be hosting rooftop igloos again this year. Each can fit 12 people and is available by reservation. The rental fee is $150, and there is a food and beverage minimum.
Miracle at BackStage Lounge in Charlotte is located in a South End speakeasy. It’s open Wednesday to Saturday from 5 to 11 pm starting November 24. Reservations are available by calling (704) 705-8447 and on Resy. Get the password from social media!
The Royal Tot is hosting Sippin’ Santa starting November 22 and running through December 31. Reservations are available through the website.
Chimney Rock
Miracle on Main Street will be at Chimney Rock Smokehouse.
Denver
Miracle on Hwy 16 will be at Latitudes Bar & Grill.
Durham
Unscripted Durham has transformed their rooftop into a winter wonderland, complete with heated igloos where diners can have food and drinks. There is a minimum food and beverage spend, and reservations are recommended. You can also book a night at the hotel. Miracle will also be at Coupe and Stein.
Hickory
Miracle will be held at City Walk Brewing’s No Entry Lounge.
Raleigh
Sippin’ Santa will be held at Raleigh‘s Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing. Miracle will continue at The Haymaker and at Killjoy.
Selma
The Old North State Food Hall is officially kicking off the holiday season when Blitzen’s Tavern, a holiday pop-up bar, opens on November 1 with live music and festive food and drink.
Winston-Salem
The Katherine, the hotel at the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel, is hosting the Grinch Bar, a festive bar running from December 13 to 23 from 6 to 10 pm. They also have cozy globes for socially distanced drinks. Book a night at the hotel for the full experience.
Christmas Bars in South Carolina
Charleston
Miracle will move to Saltwater Cowboys this year. Sippin Santa will be back downtown at Prohibition.
Columbia
The capital city will offer both Miracle at Publico and Sippin’ Santa at Prohibition.
Greenville
The upstate will have Miracle at Southernside Brewing.
Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach will have Miracle on 76th Ave North at JEM Social. There will also be one in Hilton Head.
Christmas Bars in Tennessee
Chattanooga
Miracle will be held at No Hard Feelings in Chattanooga in 2021, operating from November 22 to December 31. Sippin Santa will be at the sister bar Bless Yer Heart.
Knoxville
Miracle is held at Knoxville‘s Brother Wolf, an Italian-inspired aperitivo bar.
Memphis
Miracle at The Liquor Store is new to Memphis, operating in the liquor store-turned-restaurant. It’s open from November 26 to January 3 on Sunday and Monday from 8 am to 2 pm, Tuesday and Wednesday from 8 am to 4 pm, and Thursday to Saturday from 8 am to 9 pm. There are special events like ugly sweater contests, bingo, and holiday movie trivia. Reservations are available on Resy.
Nashville
The Bobby Hotel Nordic Village is the trendy hotel’s rooftop retreat, featuring igloos and cabins for sipping festive drinks while admiring views of Nashville. It runs from November 14 from Sunday to Wednesday from 4 to 11 pm and Thursday to Saturday from 4 pm to 1 am. Reservations are required for the seating times and there are minimum group sizes. Guests can also stay at the Bobby Hotel.
The Fairlane Hotel hosts the Misfit Toy Bar featuring seasonal snacks and drinks.
The Hidden Bar in the Noelle Nashville is becoming a Grinch-inspired pop-up bar this year.
Holston House’s Reindeer Games Christmas Bar is back from November 17 to December 23 in Bar TENN. There will be cozy decor and festive beverages.
Miracle will be held at will be at Goodtimes, while Sippin’ Santa has shifted to The Pearl Diver on Gallatin Avenue.
Santa’s Pub in South Nashville is a year-round dive bar set in a double-wide trailer strung with lights. There’s karaoke nightly and a Santa mural. They also only take cash.
Schulman’s Neighborhood Bar is decking the halls and revving up the holiday cheer with a festive pop-up bar inspired by the classic holiday comedy, National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation, from December 1 with boozy eggnog and seasonal decor.
For more information, visit Eater Nashville’s list of holiday-themed bars.
Christmas Bars in Virginia
Ashburn
Miracle at Sense of Thai is a Christmas bar outside of Washington DC. The Thai street food restaurant is open Sunday to Thursday from 11 am to 11 pm and Friday to Saturday from 11 am to midnight. Reservations are available here.
Norfolk
Miracle is back at Rocky Mountain Grill in the Waterside District.
Reston
Sippin’ Santa this year will be held at Tiki Thai.
Richmond
Miracle On Cary Street is located at The Jasper in Richmond is offering its seasonal drinks to go. The bar is open Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday from 4 to 8 pm and Friday and Saturday from 4 to 9 pm. No reservations are offered. There will also be Sippin’ Santa at The Emerald Lounge.
Roanoke
Roanoke will have its own Miracle at Stellina.
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