'Tis the season for candy canes, eggnog and Christmas lights on every surface. And what better place to enjoy all of those things than at a bar? Several bars and restaurants across metro Phoenix are getting into the holiday spirit with festive pop-ups this winter, from boozy peppermint milkshakes to cozy eggnog shots under the stars. If you're lucky, you might even run into Santa Claus himself at one of these metro Phoenix watering holes. Here are 5 holiday pop-up bars around metro Phoenix to add to your list this Christmas.
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From Nov. 8 to Jan. 12, the District Dome at Desert Ridge Marketplace offers a holiday sip-and-stroll experience. Think more subtle fir tree imagery and twinkling lights, than in-your-face Christmas decor. Specialty cocktails include the Northern Lights made with tequila, yellow Starburst, apple, chili, lime and "Galaxy Glitter." There are also candy cane and eggnog shots. Find a spot in one of the cozy dining nooks and warm up with an open fire meatball skillet or smoked campfire s'mores.
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shopdesertridge.com/districtdome .
Feliz Navidad Cantina
From Thanksgiving weekend through the holidays, Salt and Lime Mexican restaurant in Scottsdale is transformed into the Feliz Navidad Cantina. The Mexican restaurant and bar offers Christmas enchiladas and mistletoe martinis to be enjoyed surrounded by colorful Christmas lights and wreaths.
Details : 9397 E. Shea Blvd., Suite 115, Scottsdale. 480-661-5463,
saltandlimeaz.com .
Miracle Bar
Miracle Bar is celebrating its 10th year in 2024, with popup locations at Floor 13 rooftop bar in Phoenix and, for the first time ever, at BLVD Kitchen & Bar in Scottsdale from Nov. 21 to Dec. 30. The whole space is decorated with kitschy, over-the-top Christmas decor. Cocktails include the "Christmapolitan" made with vodka, elderflower, dry vermouth, spiced cranberry sauce, lime, rosemary and absinthe mist; or the "Run Run Reindeer" made with mulled wine reduction, prosecco, lemon and aromatic bitters. Guests can purchase keepsake holiday mugs and shot glasses. And if you stop by on a lucky day, you might even catch a sighting of Buddy the Elf or the Grinch.
Details : Miracle at Floor 13, 15 E. Monroe St., Phoenix.
floor13rooftopbar.com/miracle-bar . Also, Miracle at the BLVD, 7324 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale.
blvdscottsdale.com/miracle-bar .
Sippin' Santa
From Nov. 18 to Dec. 28, Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour in downtown Phoenix transforms into the popular Sippin' Santa holiday tiki bar. Fan-favorite cocktails such as the "Jingle Bird" made with bourbon, pineapple rum, Campari, pineapple, lime and "Jingle Mix," are back along with several brand-new cocktails such as "Frosty the Merman" made with rye, vanilla-clove syrup, lime, pear, apricot and allspice liqueurs.
Details : 1 W. Jefferson St., Phoenix. 602-340-1924,
bitterandtwistedaz.com/sippin .
Winter Wonderland at JoJo's ShakeBAR
JoJo's ShakeBAR at the Scottsdale Quarter has transformed into a "Winter Wonderland" for the holiday season. Satisfy your sweet tooth with a Winter Wonderland boozy peppermint milkshake, topped with a Christmas tree cookie, a present-shaped marshmallow, mini candy cane and a donut hole snowman. Other drink options include the "Santa's Sangria" cocktail served in a stocking mug, boozy hot chocolates and a Christmas margarita tree.
Details : 15037 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite J150, Scottsdale. 520-636-5572,
jojosshakebar.com/winterwonderland .
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