As the holiday season unfolds, the vibrant city of Phoenix transforms into a winter wonderland adorned with twinkling lights and the infectious cheer of Christmas. We offer Holiday Lights Tours for families and friends but if you’re looking for a bit more jolly in your holidays – a Christmas Pop Up Bar tour may be perfect for you!
Several pop-up bars have emerged across the city for the holiday season, each offering a unique blend of festive cocktails, cozy atmospheres, and holiday-inspired decor. Here’s a curated list of Christmas Pop-Up Bars in the Phoenix area that are sure to add a dash of merriment to your winter adventures!
Now updated for the 2025 holiday season!
Planning Tips
- Determine how much time you’ll need – 4 hours or 6 hours are most popular!
- Choose your favorite Pop Up bars – some may need reservations for larger groups!
- Reserve transportation so everyone can enjoy the evening safely!
Popular Christmas Pop Up Bars
1. Bar Blitzen
- Ambiance: hidden in the back of Culinary Dropout, a festive experience complete with very merry cocktails, over-the-top décor, and endless opportunities to get sleighed with holiday fun
- Drinks & treats to try: Christmas Tequila Tree, homemade Xmas Whiskey Shot
- Reservations: not required, but encouraged for larger groups, a $6 cover charge benefitting the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley will be added to your check
- Location: Tempe and Gilbert
- Dates: November 19th – January 3rd, closed Thanksgiving Day
2. Miracle Bar at Floor 13
- Ambiance: cozy ski lodge theme with a chair lift photo op
- Drinks & treats to try: Naughty and Nice Shots – are you on Santa’s naughty or nice list this year? Après-Ski Sliders – perfect snack for this year’s theme. There’s plenty of other themed food and cocktails to try! You can even purchase festive mugs and classes to take home.
- Reservations: reservations are open 7 days in advance and are required Friday through Saturday and highly recommended for the rest of the week. Reservations are a 90-minute Christmas experience and food & beverage minimums are required for all table sizes.
- Location: Hilton Garden Inn’s rooftop bar in downtown Phoenix
- Dates: November 22nd – December 30th, closed on Thanksgiving Day
3. Sippin’ Santa
- Ambiance: tiki Christmas theme offering a festive, tropical and fun setting
- Drinks & treats to try: Hot Buttered Grog – served hot! Secret Santa is a cocktail with no description, only to ask a staff member for details.
- Reservations: not required but open up two weeks in advance, a $15* Sippin’ Santa Experience guarantees a reserved time slot and includes a secret Santa gift (a $20 value). Walk-ins are welcome on a first-come basis, and you can join a same-day remote waitlist
- Location: Bitter and Twisted in downtown Phoenix
- Dates: November 12th – December 28th, closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
4. North Pole Pub
- Ambiance: decked out in decorations to resemble the North Pole
- Drinks & treats to try: there are 12 holiday cocktails to try – some options include Jack Frosted and Tequila My Sleigh
- Reservations: reservations are not accepted at this time
- Location: Scottsdale at Porter’s Western Saloon
- Dates: open as of Nov. 17, but unsure when the last day is. Open Thursday – Sunday from 3pm – close.
5. 50 Shades of Rose Presents ‘Whoville’
- Ambiance: decked out floor to ceiling to bring the Grinch’s hometown of Whoville to Arizona
- Drinks & treats to try: 25 cent wings every Wednesday, festive cocktails like Whoville Frost, Cindy Lou Boozy, and Mount Crumpit Crush
- Reservations: not required, but for parties of 8 or more & bottle service, they request that a reservation form be filled out
- Location: Scottsdale
- Dates: starting November 7th
6. Coach House
- Ambiance: Scottsdale’s oldest “dive bar”, walls, ceilings, exterior, etc. all covered in lights and Christmas decor
- Reservations: no reservations needed
- Location: 7011 E Indian School Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
- Dates: Exact dates for 2025 are unclear, but the bar is already decorated for the season!
7. Little Rituals
- Ambiance: Little Rituals presents “Get Merry: A Holiday Nostalgia Experience” offering nostalgic trip through your favorite holiday movies from the 80s and early 90s
- Drinks & treats to try: featuring 14 festive cocktails inspired by iconic holiday dishes from around the world, including pecan pie, latkes, apple crumble and more. Chef Mike Williams will also be cranking out festive food specials all month long!
- Reservations: reservations are strongly encouraged
- Location: Residence Inn/Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Downtown
- Dates: November 18 – December 29
Christmas Pop Up Bar Crawl – Party Bus Options
Our most popular option is the Mercedes Sprinter Limo style Party Bus. These accommodate up to 14 guests – with party lights, Bluetooth audio, and built in bars these are perfect for small groups!
Our 24-passenger Martini party bus is great for midsize groups. Martini glass light decor, Bluetooth audio, etc. We stock the built-in bars with water and ice and you’re welcome to bring additional drinks on board! *Each guest in group must be 21 for alcohol to be brought on board.
If you have a large group of friends or are planning a company Christmas Pop Up Bar outing, our Tiffany Party Bus is a fun time! Accommodating up to 40 – this one has all the amenities from party lights, Bluetooth audio, dance pole, built in bars, and more!
We have plenty of other options – reach out to our team today to find the perfect option for your group!
Party Bus Rental – How To
Whether you’re a local looking for a new way to celebrate or a visitor eager to experience Phoenix’s festive charm, our Christmas Pop-Up Bar Tour is the perfect way to make this holiday season merry and bright. Reach out on live chat or by phone to check availability for the date you have in mind. We’ll give you a custom price quote based on the size of party bus you need and the length of time you’d like to tour Christmas Pop Up Bars. A 25% deposit reserves your party bus.
Don’t miss this incredible experience; book your tour today and let’s plan a festive night out! And don’t forget, we specialize in Holiday Light Tours as well! Cheers to a holly, jolly holiday season!
