The Best Holiday Pop-Ups in Georgia
Oh, what fun it is to celebrate the holidays at limited-time-only pop-ups! From ice skating rinks to cozy rooftop igloos, artist markets to holiday-themed bars and more, these holiday pop-ups in Georgia are sure to make you merry. Grab your friends and family, and don't miss the fun at these seasonal surprises throughout the state.
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Ice Skating
Blue Ridge on Ice in Blue Ridge
Ice skating opens at the Blue Ridge Farmers Market, located next door to The Swan Drive-In, Friday, November 22, 2024, and continues through January 5, 2025. Open daily and will have special hours on Thanksgiving and Christmas.
Avalon on Ice in Alpharetta
Glide into the holiday spirit on the monumental Rockefeller-inspired ice skating rink at Avalon on Ice November 24, 2024 - January 20, 2025, in Alpharetta.
Rink on the River in Canton
Glide across the ice with family and friends on the covered outdoor Rink on the River. Located at The Mill on Etowah in Canton, this ice-skating rink is a great way to create lasting memories with friends and family! Experience the fun on the ice November 29, 2024 - January 20, 2025.
Skate City Springs in Sandy Springs
Starting December 8, 2024, you can glide, spin, stride, and laugh with friends while you bumble along, or just watch from the sidelines with a cup of hot cocoa at the ice rink on the City Green.
Find more rinks in Experience the Magic of Ice Skating in Georgia.
Markets
Christmas Market at Plant Riverside District in Savannah
Stroll through the European-style Christmas market in Savannah, and bask in the glow of lights at the tree-lighting ceremony. The celebrations continue through early January, with live music and performances, children’s activities, photos with Santa Claus, the Savannah Harbor Boat Parade of Lights on November 30, 2024, and more.
Atlanta Christkindl Market
Experience a unique fusion of traditional German festivities and the vibrant spirit of Atlanta at the outdoor Atlanta Christkindl Market in two locations this year: the Buckhead Village District and Galleria on the Park. Shop daily through December 24, 2024, for delicious culinary delights and handcrafted treasures, and take pictures with Santa as a keepsake.
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Restaurants & Bars
Cape Christmas in Alpharetta
Starting November 13, 2024, the pop-up holiday bar at The Cape Restaurant & Beach Bar in Alpharetta will have you thinking pink. Enjoy festive cocktails, cozy igloos, and a pink Christmas wonderland under a canopy of twinkling lights.
Grinchmas Pop-Up Bar in Alpharetta
From November 7 - December 31, 2024, step into the Grinch's lair at Mercantile Social in Alpharetta for Whoville-inspired cocktails and delicious bites.
Elf'd UP Holiday Pop-Up Bar in Alpharetta
From November 22 - December 31, 2024, the over-the-top holiday pop-up bar at UP On The Roof in Alpharetta will serve up Christmas-themed drinks amid wall-to-wall holiday cheer and Instagram-worthy photo opportunities. Enjoy a Naughty or Spice cocktail, a tipsy hot cocoa, or a zero-proof Treat Yo' Elf along with some mistletoe munchies and tinsel treats. Tacky sweaters welcome!
Brewville: A Holiday Pop-Up Bar at Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon in Alpharetta
Enjoy seasonal events, themed cocktails, and holiday beers in a very festive atmosphere at Cherry Street Brewpub November 24 - December 30, 2024.
Minnie Olivia in Alpharetta
This wood-fired pizzeria in downtown Alpharetta will transform into Santa's Pizza Shop December 1 -31, 2024, featuring elaborate holiday decor, seasonal cocktails, and an interactive Elf on the Shelf Hide & Seek game with prizes. On each Sunday leading up to Christmas Day, Santa will make a special appearance from 1 – 3 p.m. for "Pizza Claus Sundays."
Miracle at The Expat in Athens
Opening Friday, November 29, 2024, and running through December 29, 2024, Miracle at The Expat adds kitschy decorations and festive cocktails like the Christmapolitan and the Koala Cooler to the restaurant's exceptional menu. Reserve your spot on the patio, at the bar, or in the dining room, and let the fun begin!
The Blind Elf Holiday Pop-Up Bar in Atlanta
Located at the black unmarked door behind Chido & Padre's in Buckhead, this holly jolly bar is popping up at The Blind Pig Parlour Bar. Immerse yourself in Christmas cheer with oh-so-festive decor, twinkling lights, and festive bites and drinks. Starting November 8, 2024, enjoy a la carte service every Wednesday through Sunday evening. Then, from Friday, November 29, 2024, through Saturday, January 4, 2025, guests must secure a reservation and pre-purchase "The Blind Elf Experience," which includes two specialty cocktails and two appetizers per person.
Jingle Bar at Chattahoochee Food Works in Atlanta
Make reservations at this holiday-themed cocktail bar on the patio at Chattahoochee Food Works. Enjoy holiday drinks, festive treats, and a cozy holiday atmosphere Thursdays through Sundays in December.
Chrismukkah Bar at Daily Chew in Atlanta
Atlanta's first-ever Chrismukkah bar, melding Christmas and Hanukkah, will be open Fridays and Saturdays December 6 - 25, 2024, at this cafe off Cheshire Bridge Road. Enjoy latkes and caviar, holiday cheese balls and crackers, and sufganiyot along with holiday cocktails like yuzu pine margaritas and spiced hot toddies. Join the Hanukkah party at the bar on December 25!
Holiday Bar in Atlanta
Enter a world of twisted tinsel, haunted holly, and a cocktail list that will surprise and delight at the Nightmare Before Christmas-themed pop-up bar at Holiday Bar at The Interlock in West Midtown Atlanta. Until the year’s end, dive into the magic with an exclusive Christmas cocktail menu filled with warm sips and holiday delights.
Holiday Social Bar and MixMas on 12 at Ponce City Market in Atlanta
Head to The Roof at Ponce City Market starting November 15, 2024, for two festive cocktail experiences. Just inside the tower lobby, the Holiday Social Bar is bursting with whimsical decor and special holiday-inspired drinks. For a more upscale vibe, step inside 12 Cocktail Bar in the Ponce City Market tower for MixMas on 12, and enjoy festive decor as well as holiday cocktail-making classes.
Miracle Bar Atlanta in Midtown Atlanta
One of the original holiday pop-up bars in Atlanta, this holiday-themed bar near Ponce City Market glows with kitschy holiday decor. Celebrate with seasonal cocktails and the nostalgic energy of the best office party you’ve ever been to. Miracle is sure to get even the grouchiest grinch in the holiday spirit.
Rreal Tacos in Atlanta
Through December 31, 2024, all seven Atlanta-area locations of Rreal Tacos feature outrageous decor, festive cocktails like the El Rudolph and El Grinch, and a seasonal menu with items like a Christmas Birria Pizza and Christmas Quesabirria with red corn tortillas. Wear your most festive Christmas sweater, and join the party.
Santa's Hideaway at Alta Toro in Atlanta
From November 20 - December 24, 2024, the heated and covered patio at Alta Toro is the place to go for a festive dining experience surrounded by twinkling lights, beautiful garlands, and enchanting holiday décor. Savor the full Latin-inspired menu alongside exclusive holiday-themed cocktails with names like Papa Noel, The Grinch, and Santa's Spritz. Nightly fire shows add a magical touch of entertainment. Reservations are highly recommended.
Westside Sleigh Ride in Atlanta
Through December 28, 2024, at the Westside Motor Lounge, the Westside Sleigh Ride Holiday Pop-Up Bar features festive cocktails and a dance floor and DJ with a disco Santa. Soak up the holiday magic within walking distance of Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Christmas Vacation at Craft & Vine in Augusta
Check out this merry pop-up through January 4, 2025, that features super festive decor and cocktails like the Sleighbell Fizz, Lump O' Coal, and Ninnymuggins. Pair your drinks with roast pork belly poutine, turducken pizza, or a Christmas feast with Beef Wellington, roast potatoes, cornbread stuffing, and pumpkin pie for the ultimate holiday meal.
Holidaze Christmas Bar in Buford
Starting November 29, 2024, Over The Top Burger Bar will transform into a unique Christmas pop-up bar with the theme "Animation." The bar will feature a menu of festive cocktails like "The Naughty Elf," "Mistle-Mosa," and the "Sleigh Queen." Add some of their signature fries, an over-the-top burger, and wings, and you'll be holly jolly in no time at all.
The White Bull in Decatur
The White Bull Christmas Pop-Up is bringing the cheer, the cocktails, delicious eats, decadent desserts, and all the vibes to the Decatur Square. Visit on December 8-10, 15-17, and 22 for specialty cocktails like the Noel-groni, Spirit Spritz, Yuletide Toddy, and house-made Zabaglione Liqueur.
Sleigh on Perry in Lawrenceville
Sleigh on Perry, a limited-time pop-up bar upstairs at Local Republic in Lawrenceville, features wall-to-wall holiday decor, an exclusive classic Christmas movie-inspired cocktail list, and yummy snacks. Visit nightly in December, starting December 3, 2024. Check Facebook for the latest updates.
Hamp & Harry's in Marietta
Holiday cheer meets 1990s nostalgia at the Home Alone Christmas Pop-Up at Hamp & Harry's in Marietta. Enjoy Kevin's favorite mac & cheese, booby trap-worthy cocktails, and tons of merry mischief.
Marietta Melt Yard in Marietta
Bring friends and family to the "Home Alone"-inspired pop-up at Marietta Melt Yard from November 15, 2024, through New Year's Day, complete with festive cocktails like The Wet Bandit, Buzz's Buzz, and the Gingerbread Old Fashioned. Decked out with thousands of lights and movie references down to pizzas served in Little Nero's Pizza boxes, Marietta Melt Yard is definitely a must-see for the holidays.
Find more Holiday Pop-up Bars in Cobb County.
Osteria Mattone Yurt Experience in Roswell
Starting November 6, 2024, experience exceptional Italian cuisine while dining outside in an elegantly decorated yurt at Osteria Mattone in Roswell. Reserve your table for up to six people, and enjoy a special meal of Roman specialties in a magical wintry setting.
Alpine Village at The Lost Square in Savannah
From November 22, 2024 - January 26, 2025, grab a fur blanket, cozy up with a hot drink, and enjoy the twinkling lights in the winter yurts at The Lost Square on the roof of The Alida hotel in Savannah. For 120 minutes, you can enjoy sharable plates, plus festive specials and cozy cocktails meant for sipping – the ideal way to celebrate the season.
Liam's in Thomasville
Although it's not technically a pop-up bar, Liam's Restaurant, Lounge & Cheese Shoppe turns up the dial on its festive vibes during the holidays. Enjoy the seasonally driven menu and drinks in a holly jolly atmosphere at this treasured restaurant in Thomasville.
