Here’s When NYC’s Pop-Up Christmas Bars Will Return For 2024
As we near the holidays, we decided to put together a list of some of the most festive holiday-themed bar revamps around New York City. Each year various bars and restaurants go all out in holiday spirit decorations, transforming into magical winter wonderlands for a few months. Some rooftops become alpine lodges or igloos, while other spaces focus more on kitschy and colorful decor. However, the one thing they all have in common are their fun and festive cocktail offerings! Whether you’re looking to enjoy some holiday cheer this season, trying to find the next venue for your holiday party, or just want to check out a new space, here are all of the holiday pop-up bars that should be on your winter bucket list! 1. Miracle on 9th Street, East Village Source / Miracle on 9th Street The holiday-themed cocktail pop-up bar is one of NYC’s most popular, and they’re set to return with their staple kitschy holiday décor and festive, well-crafted cocktails (like the Christmapolitan, Yuletide, and Jingle Balls Nog)! The pop-up originally began at Mace in 2014, but has since grown globally with over 120 locations worldwide, with this year’s location being at The Cabinet in Alphabet City! There’s also a sister pop-up Sippin’ Santa at Thief in LES! When it’s returning: November 18 – December 31 Where: 649 E 9th St 2. Frosty’s, Midtown West Frosty’s is an annual pop-up bar experience that returns to Midtown every holiday season! Get ready to take in the most amount of ceiling holiday decorations you’ve (probably) ever seen, all while dining and sipping on festive bites and drinks. The over-the-top-decor is picturesque and the friendly staff is dressed in ugly sweaters. Plus, the four bars spread across three levels makes it seem like you’re stepping into a Christmas movie. When it’s returning: November 2024 Where: Bacall’s (220 W 44th St) 3. Loreley Garden’s Heated Winter Wonderland, Lower East Side Source / Loreley Beer Garden Loreley Beer Garden’s Heated Winter Wonderland is back this November serving hearty food and drink like Boozy Bourbon Hot Chocolate, Spiked Eggnog, Hot Bourbon Apple Cider, Famous Mulled Wine, Winter Sangria, Hot Toddys, and more. Between their heated garden out back and assortment of holiday decor, this is the perfect place to hangout, even on the coldest of days. When it’s returning: November 14 – January 5 Where: 7 Rivington St 4. Jingle Jangle, FiDi People at Jingle Jangle popup in NYCSource / The Dead Rabbit This Irish Christmas pop-up bar at The Dead Rabbit is heavenly, thanks to their festive decor and outstanding drinks. It’s set to return this November, where you can expect a “nostalgic celebration of Irish family festivities.” There is kitsch-themed cocktails, over-the-top decor, a magical Christmas soundtrack with all your favorite hits, and so much more! Learn more here. When it’s returning: November 19 – January 5 Where: The Dead Rabbit (30 Water St)