Denver's Ultimate Christmas Pop-Up Bars Guide!

Your Go-To List for Festive Drinks & Holiday Cheer in the Mile High City

Written by Camille Bowen

As the holiday season approaches, Denver transforms into a winter wonderland, complete with cozy cocktails, twinkling lights, and holiday cheer. Where local bars and restaurants jump on the festive bandwagon, there’s no better way to embrace the season than by visiting one of Denver's Christmas-themed pop-up bars. These seasonal spots offer everything from specialty holiday cocktails to immersive décor that will make you feel like you've stepped into a Christmas movie.

Here’s a list of the best Christmas pop-up bars in Denver for 2024!

• Holiday Starlight Lounge

• Nov. 6 - Jan. 5

• Retrograde, 530 E. 19th Ave.

• Miracle at Union Station

• Nov. 15 - Dec. 24 

• Denver’s Union Station, 1701 Wynkoop St.

• Santa’s Layover Lounge

• Nov. 19 - Jan. 25

• Denver International Airport, Lounge 5280 in Concourse B

• Felix Navidad

• Starts Nov. 20 

• 1801 Central St., Denver

• Winter Wonderyard

• Starts Nov. 20 

• Wonderyard Garden and Table, 2200 Larimer St.

• Mistletoe Lounge

• Nov. 21 - Dec. 24

• Cherry Creek Holiday Market, 105 Fillmore St. 

• Miracle at The Eddy

• Nov. 21 - Dec. 31

• The Eddy Taproom and Hotel, 1640 8th St., Golden

• Avantiki

• Nov. 22 - Dec. 28

• Avanti F and B Denver, 3200 Pecos St.

• Winter Lodge at Peaks Lounge

• Nov. 25 - Jan. 26

• Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center, 650 15th St.

• How the Grinch Stole Tiki

• Nov. 26 - Dec. 31 

• Hell or High Water Tiki, 1526 Blake St., Denver

• Sippin Santa

• Nov. 26 - Dec. 31

• Bernards Tiki Room at the Arvada Tavern, 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada

• The Krampus Room

• Nov. 26 - Dec. 31

• The Electric Cure, 5350 W. 25th Ave., Edgewater

• Sleigh Bar

• Nov. 27 - Dec. 31

• Milepost Zero Food Hall at McGregor Square, 1601 19th St. Suite 150, Denver

• Noel (Our Personal Favorite!)

• Starts Nov. 29 

• The Bluegrass Lounge, 7415 Grandview Ave., Arvada

• Naughty List Denver

• Starts Nov. 29

• Tony Tenderonis, 1937 Market St., Denver

• Season’s Greetings Holiday Bar at Death & Co

• Dec. 5 - Jan. 5, Wednesday through Sunday

• 1280 25th St.

• LITMAS: A Rooftop Holiday Popup

• Dec. 6 - Dec. 31

• Linger, 2030 W. 30th Ave., Denver

• Blazing Bright

• Dec. 6 - Jan. 4

• The Inverness Denver at Fireside Bar and Grill, 200 Inverness Drive W., Englewood

• Halcyon on Ice

• Nov. 15 - Dec. 31

• Halcyon at Cherry Creek, 245 Columbine St.

Keep in mind, many of these pop-up bars have reservation options on their websites and some have reservation requirements or entry fees, so check the website before you make plans! Here's to unforgettable memories, great drinks, and the spirit of togetherness that makes this time of year so special. Cheers to the season, and to the festive fun that makes Denver a holiday destination like no other!