Holiday pop-up bars in Minnesota for 2025

Holiday pop-up bar season: Jingle Bar at Lola's Lakehouse

It's that time of year, and holiday pop-up bars are getting into the seasonal spirit. FOX 9's Shayne Wells visited Lola's Lakehouse in Waconia to see how they are decking the halls with boughs of holly.

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - 'Tis the season at many Minnesota bars and restaurants with holiday pop-ups spreading seasonal cheer in their communities. 

Holiday pop-ups in Minnesota 

Holiday pop-ups in the Twin Cities.  (FOX 9)

What you can do:

Several other bars and restaurants have already opened their holiday pop-ups. Here's a list of some of them:

Bloomington

• A winter wonderland pop-up bar inside Mall of America at The Fair on 4.

St. Paul

• "Holiday Spirits" can be found at King Coli Spirits in St. Paul.

Minneapolis

• Bini's "Tiki Christmas" can be found in northeast Minneapolis.
• "Jingle Giles" at Earl Giles Restaraunt and Distillery opens Monday and can also be found in northeast Minneapolis.
• All three of "Nico's Tacos" in Minneapolis and St. Paul are now turned into "Nico's Navidad Holiday House."
• The Creekside Supper Club in Minneapolis is now the Winter Wonder Bar.
• "No Coal for You!" is at Black Sheep Pizza in Minneapolis.
• "Frosty's Bar" is at Brit's Pub in Minneapolis.
• "Hell-a-Dazzle" is at Hell's Kitchen in Minneapolis.
• The "Gaelic Glow" is at The Local in Minneapolis.

Waconia

• Jingle Bar at Lola's Lakehouse in Waconia is open after closing for two days to put up the decorations.

Wyoming

• Cornerstone Pub and Prime in Wyoming is hosting its first Christmas pop-up bar. The small town bar is known for its red cherry wood. 

Are we missing any? Let us know by sending an email to fox9news@fox.com.

Dayton's Holiday Market

Dayton’s Holiday Market opens downtown

The fifth year of the Dayton’s Holiday Market is now open in downtown Minneapolis, celebrating 40 years of the Santa Bear for those looking to get into the festive spirit and begin their shopping season. FOX 9’s Lauren Andrego stops by on opening day to see what’s available and tell you what you need to know before you stop.

Local perspective:

Those looking for more holiday cheer can visit Dayton's Holiday Market in downtown Minneapolis.

Step into a winter wonderland with over 100 local makers, nostalgic food and beverages, and a special celebration of Santa Bear’s 40th birthday. 

Don't miss the chance to snag exclusive Santa Bear collectibles and enjoy festive flavors from local favorites.