Don’t Miss These Holiday Pop-Up Bars in Kansas City

Crossroads

Christmas Vacation Club at Pierpont’s Conductor Club

Opens Nov. 20

It’s a beaut, Clark, it’s a beaut! The Conductor Club at Pierpont’s is ready for the holiday season and embracing the classic film Christmas Vacation for this season’s pop-up bar.

Thursday: 5-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 4 p.m.-12 a.m.

Tinsel Town at Tom’s Town

Nov. 27 through Dec. 31

Step into a world of festive cocktails, cozy vibes and holiday cheer at Tom’s Town Distilling Co., Kansas City’s first legal distillery since the Prohibition era. The Art Deco-inspired distillery is filled with twinkling lights, Christmas ornaments and plenty of tinsel, of course.

Monday-Thursday: 4-11 p.m.
Friday: 4 p.m.-12 a.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m.-12 a.m.
Sunday: 4-8 p.m.

Jolly’s at Grinders

Dec. 3-26

Grinders transforms its lounge into a winter wonderland that’s so cheery it would make Santa jealous. Holiday decor stretches from floor to ceiling in a cozy hideaway, complete with specialty cocktails, holiday movies and special holiday events.

Thursday-Saturday: 6 p.m. to close

Crown Center

Tinsel & ‘Tinis at Union Station

Dec. 5, 12, 18-19

This after-hours holiday pop-up is set amongst the splendor of Union Station’s Holiday Reflections display. Enjoy live entertainment, craft cocktails, festive décor and plenty of photo ops.

Select dates, 8:30-11:30 p.m.

Country Club Plaza

Nine Zero One Igloo Bar at The Fontaine

Through March 2027

Stay cozy and soak in the views with igloos and a lodge perched atop the Fontaine Hotel, boasting a prime location in the heart of the dazzling Country Club Plaza district.

Sunday-Saturday: 3-11 p.m.

Miracle on the Plaza

Nov. 26 through Dec. 26

A classic choice for over-the-top decadence and holiday cheer, plus availability for larger private events at Rockhill Grille.

Downtown

Tinsel Tavern at Guy Fieri’s Dive & Taco Joint

Nov. 26 through Dec. 30

Santa’s going to Flavortown! Dive into the holiday spirit at Tinsel Tavern, the Christmas-themed pop-up bar inside Guy Fieri’s Dive and Taco Joint at Power & Light District. Step into an over-the-top winter wonderland, decked out with festive décor, seasonal cocktails and bites and holiday tunes.

Tuesday-Thursday: 4-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-12 a.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m.

An Old Fashioned Christmas at Providence New American Kitchen

Nov. 27 through Dec. 23

Celebrate among the historic charm of Hilton President Hotel while savoring holiday-inspired craft cocktails, small bites and charming atmosphere.

Thursday-Saturday: 4-10 p.m.

Missouri Side

Rec Deck the Halls at Boulevard Brewing Co.

Nov. 28 through Dec. 27

Venture up to Boulevard’s fourth-floor escape for whimsical seasonal beverages in addition to the Rec Deck’s signature shuffleboard games and sweeping city views.

Friday-Saturday: 4-11 p.m.

Glimmer at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium

Through Dec. 27

Set amid the splendor of the GloWild lantern festival, this new pop-up bar at the KC Zoo & Aquarium features festive decor, themed cocktails and appetizers to tame your roaring stomach. Upgrade your experience with a private igloo rental.

Wednesday-Sunday: 6-10 p.m.

Kingdom’s Greetings at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

Select dates, Nov. 27 through Dec. 29

Celebrate the holidays at the home of the Kansas City Chiefs. Enjoy themed food and drinks, photo stations and even some special guest appearances—all while taking in impressive views of the field.

Select dates, Nov. 27-Dec. 29: 5-11 p.m.

Jolly: A Country Christmas at Faulkner’s Ranch

Nov. 25 through Dec. 27

Your favorite Christmas movie meets Nashville honky tonk at Faulkner’s Ranch this holiday season. Enjoy festive food and beverages, served in an over-the-top Western-themed event barn at Jolly. Afterward, head to the indoor barnyard to hang with more “party animals.”

Thursday: 6-11 p.m.
Friday-Sunday: 4-11 p.m.

Sippin’ Santa at J. Rieger & Co.’s The Hey! Hey! Club

Through Dec. 31

Warm up on a cold winter night with this stellar subterranean hideaway. The Hey! Hey! Club is transformed into a tiki bar for the season, featuring drinks with a dose of tropical inspiration.

Wednesday-Thursday: 5-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 4 p.m.-12 a.m.

Magic Tree Holiday Pop-Up at Paragon Star 

Nov. 24 through Dec. 24

Add even more holiday cheer to your visit to the Magic Tree in Lee’s Summit with this annual holiday pop-up bar filled with dazzling lights, holiday décor, seasonal cocktails and plenty of magical photo opportunities.

Thursday-Sunday: 4-11:30 p.m. 

The Wonder Dome at OurHouseKC

Opening in December

Get in the holiday spirit at The Wonder Dome and enjoy dinner, festive drinks and live entertainment inside a cozy, heated rooftop snow globe.

Tuesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.
Sunday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

Candy Cane Lane at Smoke Brewing Co.

Through Jan. 2, 2027

The second you walk through the doors at Smoke Brewing & BBQ, you’ll feel like you’ve walked right into a real life candy cane wonderland. Enjoy festive cocktails, ice-cold pints, mouthwatering barbecue and over-the-top decor.

Kansas Side

The Frosted Reef at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Opens Nov. 27

Margaritaville brings an under-the-sea holiday experience to the first level of LandShark Bar & Grill. Guests can enjoy an island twist to their seasonal food and drink menu like the Seasick Crocodile and Dark Tide cocktails. Upgrade your experience with a two-hour rental at one of six “Frosted Cabanas,” which includes a curated food and drink menu and build-your-own hot chocolate tray.

Wednesday-Thursday: 5-10 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 5-11 p.m.
Sunday: 5-10 p.m.

The Poinsettia at The Primrose

Through Dec. 31

This local gem in Mission gets a merry makeover for the holidays. Sip on festive cocktails beneath sparkling lights and magical winter décor at this transformed speakeasy.

Tuesday-Thursday: 4-11 p.m.
Friday-Saturday: 4 p.m.-12 a.m.

Jingle at KC Wine Co.

Through Dec. 21

At Olathe’s KC Wine Co., the Black Barn is transforming into a magical winter experience where guests can sip on special cocktails, snap Insta-worthy photos and enjoy a holiday treat. Outside, don’t miss Winter Wonderland to take in thousands of holiday lights on the farm.

Friday: 4-9 p.m.
Saturday: 12-9 p.m.
Sunday: 12-6 p.m.

Ho-Ho-Ho at The House

Through Jan. 2

Located next door to Lulu’s Westwood location, The House has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Guests can enjoy festive twists on holiday classics, including the Gingerbread Delight, Irish Coffee, Spiked Hot Chocolate, and more.

Friday-Saturday: 5-11 p.m.

Holly & Vine at Aubrey Vineyards

Through Jan. 10

Enjoy the cozy charm of the tasting room, holiday-inspired food and drink, and the inviting glow of the season at Aubrey Vineyards in Overland Park. 

Wednesday-Friday: 1-8 p.m.
Saturday: 12-7 p.m.
Sunday: 12-6 p.m.

Frosted at Servaes Brewing Company

Opening Dec. 1

A cold front is coming to this Shawnee taproom. Expect icy décor, twinkling lights, festive cocktails and slushies, plus seasonal beers and all the holiday vibes. 

TBA

Multiple Locations

Twinkle

Five local restaurants are hosting Twinkle this holiday season. You’ll find Christmas décor everywhere you look at this family-friendly pop-up while immersed in holiday music and cheer.

Barley’s Kitchen + Tap (Shawnee & Overland Park): Nov. 9 through Dec. 28
Blue Moose Lenexa: Nov. 9 through Jan. 2
Stroud’s Overland Park: Nov. 9 through Jan. 3
O’Dowd’s Gastrobar: Nov. 9 through Dec. 27

Holiday Hideaway at Chicken N Pickle

Dates TBA

Head to the ski lodge, no mountains required. Chicken N Pickle’s cozy pop-up bar features outdoor fire pits, 10 festive cocktails and small bites. Guests can also book a decorated igloo on the rooftop, perfect for a winter escape.

Monday-Wednesday: 4:15-10 p.m.
Thursday-Friday: 4:15-11 p.m.
Saturday: 2:45-11:45 p.m.
Sunday: 2:45-9:30 p.m. 

Big Christmas at Martin City Brewing Company

Nov. 12 through Dec. 29

All Martin City Brewing Company locations will be decked out for the holidays. Expect wall-to-wall decorations, festive cocktails, hot cocoa and a variety of seasonal bites.

The Gathering Under the Holiday Lights at Family Tree Nursery 

Nov. 20, Nov. 27, Dec. 4

For a few weeks each year, Family Tree Nursery transforms into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, velvet ribbons, beautifully trimmed trees, exceptional gifts and the smell of fresh-cut greenery. For just three Friday nights, enjoy live music, festive drinks and the glow of the greenhouse lights at all locations. 

Nov. 20, Nov. 27, Dec. 4: 4-8 p.m.