Around this time each year, Christmas-themed bars take over metro Detroit. This year is no different, with old favorites and some new flavors. Here are seven options to check out this season.
Blitzen’s on Bagley
This pop-up is located in the former spot of Bagley Central, which has been all decked out for the holiday season. Wear your most outrageous Christmas sweater and sip on seasonal drinks like the Grinchmas, Under the Mistletoe, Very Merry Marg, Rudolph’s Red Eye, and Hot Cocoa Your Way. Blitzen’s on Bagley, 2545 Bagley St., Detroit; blitzensonbagley.com.
Cadillac Lodge
Cadillac Lodge has returned to downtown Detroit for another holiday season. The pop-up bar offers a ski-lodge vibe, with festive lights and decor inside a heated transparent tent. Enjoy some drinks cuddled up on a cozy leather couch, or sample the menu, which includes Detroit-style chili, soft pretzels with beer cheese, and more. Cadillac Lodge; 60 Cadillac Square, Detroit; cadillaclodge.com.
Cocktails & Cable Knits
This holiday pop-up features a swanky, ’50s and ’60s vibes with vintage pink decor, seasonal cocktails, and shopping at Gran Castor, Union Assembly, and Union Workshop. Visit unionjoints.com for more.
Jingle, a Christmas Pop-up
Goodbye Ale Mary’s, hello Jingle. From Nov. 29-Jan. 2, 2025, Ale Mary’s is going by the name Jingle and will be decked out in holiday cheer. Jingle will continue to serve Ale Mary’s regular menu items, with the addition of Christmas drinks. Ale Mary’s, 316 S. Main St., Royal Oak; alemarysbeer.com.
Miracle
International pop-up bar Miracle has made its way to metro Detroit once again. Taking over The Oakland in Ferndale and Dragonfly in Detroit this year, you can expect Christmas classics like mulled wine and original tastes. Miracle at the Oakland, 201 W. Nine Mile Road, Ferndale and Miracle at Dragonfly, 2929 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit; miraclepopup.com.
Sippin Santa
Once again, The Skip is transforming into Sippin Santa for the snowy season. If you seek out The Skip for its tropical theme, don’t worry — the bar is keeping is beachy roots intact with crossover drinks served in mugs that are shaped like Santa wearing sunglasses and holding surfboards. The Skip, 1234 The Belt, Detroit; theskipdetroit.com.
JoJo’s Winter Wonderland
JoJo’s ShakeBAR at The District Detroit is brining the North Pole to the Motor City. In addition to festive decor, JoJo’s will offer Frozen Polar Bear Espresso, Jingle Juice, Santa’s Sangria, and more. Seasonal treats and activities, too. JoJo’s ShakeBAR, 88 W. Columbia St., Detroit; jojosshakebar.com.
This post has been updated for 2024.
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