10 holiday pop-up bars in Chattanooga

From full menu takeovers to seasonal touches, grab your coat for this merry bar crawl.

The inside of a darkly lit bar with black leather barstools and a dark wood bar, with disco balls and holiday themed decorations.

Get your cup of cheer in a dinosaur, unicorn, or Santa-shaped mug at No Hard Feelings.

Ready to toast the season? These holiday pop-ups across Chattanooga are serving big vibes, bright lights, and plenty of festive drinks.

Miracle on Broad Street
Where: No Hard Feelings, 806 Broad St.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
This pop-up is a safe bet if you want a wide variety of holiday-themed drinks with fun names (like Christmapolitan + Blitzen Barrel) — and you want them in fun cups.

Sippin’ Santa
Where: Bless Yer Heart, 233 E MLK Blvd.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
Spend the holidays with a tropical flair while sipping on winter-themed tiki drinks. Be sure to check out the Christmas tree decorated with beer cans.

A festive tiki cocktail in a coconut-shaped cup with a small umbrella and straw on a red and black checkered tablecloth. A cocktail menu is partially visible.

Editor Sarah here: I recommend the strong but tasty Coco Ho Ho Ho from Sippin’ Santa.

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Station 9 ¾
Where: TailGate Brewery, 1464 Market St.
Open through: Mid-January
Not only has this Southside taproom transformed into a Christmas wonderland — it’s also Harry Potter themed. Don’t miss the Booterbeer, available with or without alcohol.

Holidays at Hogwarts
Where: Unknown Caller, 715 Cherry St.
Open though: Sunday, Jan. 4
Another one for the Potterheads. Enjoy boozy Butterbeer + other enchanted cocktails, twinkling floating candles, and all the cozy wizard vibes.

A warmly lit "Welcome to Hogwarts" sign hangs in a dark room with floating envelopes on the ceiling and soft, glowing lights in the background.

All aboard the Hogwarts Express. Your next stop: Unknown Caller.

North Paloma
Where: Paloma Bar de Tapas, 801 Pine St.
Open through: Saturday, Jan. 10
If you’re looking for a classy spot for holiday sips, head to The Westin’s 10th-floor bar for a seasonal cocktail + Spanish tapas under cozy holiday lighting.

Home Alone Holiday
Where: Common House Chattanooga, 1517 Mitchell Ave.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
If you’re a “Home Alone” fan, you can’t miss this one — it’s packed with nods to the movies. Enjoy festival cocktails, Kevin-inspired bites, and all the nostalgia you can handle. It’s open to non-members on Fridays and Saturdays. See ya there, ya filthy animals.

Naughty or Nice
Where: Oddstory Brewing Co: The Greenhouse, 336 E MLK Blvd.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
Head to this brewery’s original location to sip holiday flavors among plants and themed decor, choose from the naughty or nice menu, and enjoy special events happening throughout the month.

A festive scene with mugs shaped like a gingerbread person and elf on a table. A hand places candy canes in the gingerbread mug. Blurred Christmas lights in the background.

Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, they’ll still fill your cup at Oddstory Brewing Co.

A Christmas Bar
Where: Whiskey Cowgirl, 1819 Broad St.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
Prepare for retro holiday chaos, warm lights (leg lamp included), and a whole lot of fun at this “A Christmas Story” pop-up.

Christmas Nostalgia Lounge
Where: Amada Tapas & Wine, 1413 Chestnut St.
Open through: Saturday, Dec. 27
Step into all the childhood holiday feels at this spot’s pop-up, where you can try new festive drinks and food items.

Winter Wanderland
Where: The Wanderer, 300 W 6th St.
Open through: Wednesday, Dec. 31
This Hotel Indigo restaurant + bar has transformed for the month of December, bringing festive drinks, cozy vibes, and holiday cheer.

Looking for other seasonal drinks? Check out our guide to local coffee shops and see what new flavors your favorite spots have on the menu.

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