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Pop-up bars bring holiday cheer in the Triangle

Each year, there are a few holiday pop-up bars that take Christmas cheer to a new level. Here is a list of ones in the Raleigh area the check out this holiday season.

Posted 2023-11-09T15:08:55+00:00 - Updated 2023-11-28T21:05:20+00:00

Each year, there are a few holiday pop-up bars that take Christmas cheer to a new level. Here is a list of ones in the Raleigh area the check out this holiday season.

Miracle at The Haymaker

This pop-up bar at The Haymaker, 555 Fayetteville St., serves holiday cocktails and festive mugs and glasses. The decorations are not-to-miss! The Christmas pop-up continues through Dec. 31. Check out the Downtown Raleigh Alliance Illuminate Art Walk while you're downtown!

Location: The Haymaker, 555 Fayetteville St., Raleigh
Dates: Open through Dec. 31. Monday – Saturday: 4 p.m.- 2 a.m. and Sunday: 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. Normal hours resume Jan. 16.

Sippin’ Santa

Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing will transform into this Christmas-themed pop up this holiday season. The concept originated in NYC in 2014 and has since grown with nearly 200 locations worldwide. The experience is designed to be a whimsical holiday oasis. There will be tons of holiday decorations, themed cocktails and special events including a toy drive, an ugly Christmas sweater party and craft nights.

Location: Wye Hill Kitchen & Brewing, 201 S Boylan Ave., Raleigh
Dates: Nov. 20-Dec. 31, 2023

St. Nick's

Enjoy this Christmas experience at a historic house across from Moore Square in the heart of downtown Raleigh. The space features local artists, multiple rooms filled with holiday decor, a photo booth and more fun. Ticket reservations are not required but are highly encouraged. It is $10 to get into St. Nick's.

Location: 306 E Hargett St., Raleigh
Dates: Nov. 14-Dec. 30, 2023

Tinsel Tavern

Sports & Social Cary is transforming itself into Tinsel Tavern. this holiday season. There will be tons of tinsel and twinkling lights, holiday-inspired cocktails and small bites, and several unique holiday photo opportunities. The experience is open daily from Nov. 24 through Dec. 24. The hours are Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m to 10 p.m.; Friday from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday from noon to 2 a.m. and Sunday from noon to 10 p.m.

Throughout the month of December, Tinsel Tavern will host several holiday themed special events including cookie decorating classes and movie nights. Reservations for Tinsel Tavern can be made online.

Location: Sports & Social Cary, 301 Fenton Gateway Drive, Cary
Dates: Nov. 24-Dec. 24, 2023

Winter in Wonderland

This pop-up will feature over the top Christmas decorations, festive lights and themed cocktails. They will also be hosting a toy drive and Christmas-theme events such as an ugly Christmas sweater party, cocktails classes and a gingerbread house decorating class.

Location: Wonderland Tapas and Cocktails, 222 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh
Dates: Nov. 20-Dec. 25, 2023