Christmas Themed Pop-Up Bars in KC

'Tis the season to visit a Christmas holiday themed pop-up bar or decorated restaurant in Kansas City!

I was lucky enough to visit the four main Halloween Pop-Up Bars in Kansas City and now I am on a mission to visit as many Christmas themed bars as possible.

Several restaurants and bars are getting into the holiday spirit this year. Although I have only been to a couple, I will update this article as I cross more off of my list!

PS: Make Reservations!!!

How the Conductor Club Stole Christmas

Located: Conductor Club in Union Station

Dates: Nov. 11 - Jan

How The Conductor Blub Stole Christmas: Grinch style! Step inside Who-ville to enjoy a decked out bar with lights, Grinch pictures and decorations, clever drinks, and unbelievable tasty appetizers. Some of the signature cocktails include fun names like "Cindy Lou Who", 39 & 1/2 Foot Pole Martini, Where Are You Christmas, and You're a Mean One. The Hate, Hate, Hate, Double Hate, Loathe Entirely Drink was my top favorite drink! There are also some delicious sharables like Who-Buffalo Cauliflower Bites, Rosemary Who-Fries, and Fritto Misto Di Who.

Snowbound

Located: Chicken N Pickle

Dates: Nov. 11

Looking to enjoy some drinks and tasty appetizers while getting the chance to play some pickle ball? You are in lunch! Chicken N Pickle is mixing pickleball with Christmas time! This pop-up bar is located inside of Chicken N Pickle in their upstairs area. There are cozy couches and chairs along with a large Christmas tree and ski decorations. You will want to make reservations at this location as the reservations fill up very quickly. I was lucky enough to enjoy this beautiful set up at one of the Kansas City Global Entrepreneurship Week events.

Fetch The Halls

Located: Vignettes Bar

"You can't sit with us" at this Mean Girls-themed holiday pop-up bar. Located at Vignettes Bar, you can enjoy tasty beverages such as "On Wednesdays We Wear Pink", "She Doesn't Even Go Here", and "Jingle Bell on the Rocks". Vignettes Bar hosted the spectacularly decorated Stranger Things Halloween pop-up bar a in October. Feeling hungry?? This pop-up bar offers food as well! From "Gretchen's Weiner" to "Gretchen's Dad's Toaster Strudel"...so fetch!!

A Pop-Up Before Christmas

Located: Deep Roots

A Nightmare Before Christmas-themed pop-up bar is located inside of Deep Roots. This location also hosted the Hocus Pocus Halloween themed bar in October! This bar features live music, karaoke (if you are courageous enough to give it a try), fun trivia, and more.

Krampus Bar

Located: West Bottoms

Do you dare to enter this Krampus themed pop-up holiday bar inside of 9th & State in the West Bottoms of Kansas City?? The designer of this layout promises this pop-up bar "to be the weirdest of the holiday season". If you enjoyed the Krampus movies and stories...this bar is for you. 9th & State hosted my TOP favorite Halloween bar: Rocky Horror Picture Film. The entire basement was completely decked out and the drinks were top-notch.

Deck the District

Located: Iron District

The Iron District in North Kansas City is known for making their upper deck incredibly fun by hosting holiday themed bars. They hosted a Halloween themed event (Beetlejuice) and now it is hosting a Christmas pop-up bar: Deck the District. The holiday' handcrafted spirits are crafted by the Tiki Huna Bar also located in the Iron District. If you have not had the opportunity to check this area out in the Northland of Kansas City...you won't want to miss out this cozy time!

Tinsel Town

Located: Tom’s Town

Tom's Town is hosting Tinsel Town yet again this holiday season! Although this is not necessarily considered a "pop-up" bar...the entire area is converted into a warm and welcoming Winter Wonderland! Tom's Town is an incredibly popular distillery in Kansas City and has an abundance of well-known signature drinks. Have a date coming up or need to plan a romantic date?? Make sure to stop at Tom's Town to enjoy Tinsel Town this season.

Miracle

Located: Plaza + Power & Light locations

Miracle is a Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar that is hosted in two locations: the Plaza and Power & Light. The drinks/cocktails are the same but the food offered is slightly different based on the restaurants in that area. Enjoy fun themed drinks like Bad Santa, Yippie Ki Yay Mother F****r, Visions of Sugar Plums, and Christmapolitan. The plaza food items includes pizza, breadsticks, and salad. The Power & Light Miracle menu has items such as "Winter Weenies", waffles, meatballs, cannoli's and churros.

Nine Zero One Igloo Bar & Lounge

Located: The Fontaine

The Fontaine brings back their rooftop igloos by popular demand. The Nine Zero One promised new additions this season and they did NOT disappoint. I have heard nothing but great things about this experience. You can choose from different themed igloos such as a glamping experience or a log cabin experience. Have you ever visited The Bobby in Nashville? The Nine Zero One set up is very similar and just as cute!

Winter Skies

Located: Sheraton at Crown Center

After 11 years of closure, the Sheraton Hotel has opened up their circular rooftop to host a Winter Wonderland-themed popup bar inside of the Skies Restaurant. Personally, I have been unable to book a reservation but if you get the chance to....BOOK IT! You can enjoy the Winter Wonderland vibes while sipping on tasty cocktails and enjoying an aerial view of beautiful Kansas City.

Who's Holiday Party

Located: The Social

Have you ever visited The Social in the Plaza area of Kansas City?? If not, you are missing out! This is easily one of my favorite bars in KC. The Social is inviting you to visit their Who themed holiday party! You MUST try their pizza and oysters...they are quite the hit! 10/10 recommend The Social if you are planning a romantic date but don't want to hassle with the downtown traffic/parking.

Rec Deck the Halls

Located: Boulevard Brewing Company

Another "back by popular demand": Boulevard Brewing Company features a large cocktail menu of holiday-inspired beverages. The entire building is decked out in Christmas decorations, trees, and more. If you have the availability to take a tour, make sure to book a reservation to learn more about the company and their processes of making their well-known brews.

Sippin’ Santa KC

Located: Julep/Taco Republic

Sippin' Santa is back in Kansas City and has THREE locations this year: Julep, Taco Republic on Corinth Street, and Taco Republic in KCK. You can enjoy this incredibly fun Santa in Hawaii theme at all three locations. Santa WILL be watching as you sip on their cocktails: Jingle Bird, Yule Tide, and Rum Rhapsody! You can't miss out on ordering the 3 for $13 taco deal while trying Christmas themed drinks.