Looking for a way to sleigh the holiday season so you don’t end up the Scrooge of your friend group? There’s nothing worse than scrolling through your feed and seeing all of the festive cocktails everyone but you are enjoying while you’re devouring your second bowl of Mint Moose Tracks ice cream with ELF playing in the background again for the millionth time…. Let’s not repeat last year’s regrets because the elves at the DiG have you covered with our recs on holiday pop-up bars. It’s time to drink up grinches!
OVER THE TOP BURGER BAR
Location: Buford
As the holiday season approaches, the iconic Over the Top Burger Bar transforms into a unique Christmas pop-up bar with a different theme each year to immerse patrons into the holiday spirit. From the vibrant decor to their themed cocktails showcasing the seasonal flavors of the season and their truly “over the top” burgers, wings and themed food, this holiday pop-up bar is a Gwinnett favorite! If you and your friends are looking for a local spot to be merry, this is the place for you! Stay up to date with their socials to discover this year’s holiday theme!
TINSEL TAVERN
Location: Live! At The Battery Atlanta
It’s time to break out your ugly Christmas sweaters and put away your resting Grinch face because the traveling Tinsel Tavern holiday pop-up bar is back for another season in ATL! With themed nights like Ugly Sweater and Holiday Trivia along with festive cocktails, photo ops and a delectable food menu, this pop-up bar is legendary. Just make sure you don’t end up on the naughty list as you celebrate the night away with your friends!
THE BLIND ELF
Location: The Blind Pig in Atlanta
During the holiday season, Atlanta’s legendary Blind Pig parlor bar transforms into the Blind Elf. Whether you’re going for a girl’s night out or you’re looking for a unique Christmas date night, this pop-up bar is a city favorite! Enter into a whimsical world of dazzling lights, delicious themed cocktails and a festive food menu for a magical night. We recommend letting your camera eat first because trust us, the cocktails are almost too pretty to drink.