The Twin Cities’ 2024 Top Must-Visit Holiday Pop-Up Bars

The holiday season in the Twin Cities is made extra special by festive drinks in cozy, decked-out spaces that fully embrace the spirit of the season. Holiday-themed cocktail bars offer creative seasonal drinks, twinkling lights, and holiday music that make for an unforgettable winter night out. Whether you’re seeking a whimsical winter wonderland or a sophisticated seasonal escape, the Twin Cities and surrounding suburbs have plenty of options to satisfy your holiday cheer. Here’s a guide to the best holiday-themed cocktail bars to check out this winter season!

Note: As more bars announce their holiday pop-ups, this list will be updated. Check back often!

2024 Holiday Pop-Up Bar Locations and Dates

Check back often as more bars and restaurants announce their holiday pop-ups and this list grows!

1. Blitzen’s Bar – Omni Viking Lakes – Eagan
   omnihotels.com
2. Down Through the Chimney – Hotel Emery, Minneapolis – Nov. 21 – Dec. 29
   hotelemery.com
3. Jingle Bar – Brit’s, Minneapolis – Dec. 1 – Dec. 29
   thejinglebars.com
4. Hell-a-dazzle – Hell’s Kitchen, Minneapolis – Nov. 29 – Jan. 13
   hellskitcheninc.com
5. Holiday Flight Club – Travail, Robbinsdale – Nov. 7 – Jan. 4
   travailkitchen.com/holidaybar
6. Jingle Bar – Lola’s Lakehouse, Waconia – Nov. 15 – Dec. 31
   lolaslakehouse.com
7. Miracle – PINZ, Oakdale – Nov. 29 – Dec. 29
   miracle – PINZ
8. Miracle – River City, Monticello – Nov. 29 – Dec. 29
   miracle – river city
9. The Naughty List – Umbra, Minneapolis – Nov. 24 – Dec. 31
   naughty list
10. Mana Brewing – Shakopee
    manabrewing.com
11. Nico’s Navidad – Nico’s Taco Bar, Uptown Minneapolis – Nov. 8 – Jan. 5
    nicostacobar.com
12. Northern Starlight Express – The Depot, Minneapolis – Nov. 29 – Jan. 4
    thedepotminneapolis.com
13. The Nutcracker Suite – Sovereign Estate Winery – Wayzata – Nov. 22 – Dec. 29
    sovereignestatewinery.com
14. Winter Wonder Bar – Creekside Supper Club – Minneapolis
    creeksidemn.com
15. Winder Wonderland Bar – The Fair on 4 – Mall of America – Dec. 6 – Mid-January
    thefairon4.com

Happy Holidays!

From decked-out basement bars to temporarily transformed restaurants, the Twin Cities are brimming with holiday cocktail bars that offer unique experiences. No matter which spot you choose, you’re sure to find delightful drinks, festive ambiance, and plenty of holiday spirit. Looking for more ideas? Check out my blog posts on 2024 holiday markets, 26 best things to do for winter in Minnesota, a winter getaway to Stillwater, and 5 unique Minnesota winter events.