8 holiday pop-ups to visit in San Antonio

Jingle all the way to one of these festive spots

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Celebrate the holidays at Miracle on Commerce Street inside the Esquire Tavern.

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No cotton-headed ninnymuggins over here. We’re ready to celebrate the holidays with a festive drink or two with Santa and friends. Check out these eight pop-ups around the Alamo City to bring in the seasonal cheer.

Chicken N Pickle , 5215 UTSA Blvd.

Chill out at the Holiday Hideway Pop-up, a lodge-inspired getaway. Cozy up and enjoy summit views, outdoor fire pits, and a cocktail menu with 10 festive drinks including Holly Daze, Cozy Cabin, Cider, and Candy Cane Lane. Reservations are required.

Elsewhere Garden Bar & Kitchen , 103 E. Jones Ave.

Come wallow in self-pity at this outdoor bar’s Grinchmas pop-up. Customers can enjoy whimsical drinks, limited edition eats, and photo opportunities throughout the grounds.

Esquire Tavern , 155 E. Commerce St.

Check out Miracle on Commerce Street at the Esquire Tavern through Sunday, Dec. 31.

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Enjoy the Miracle on Commerce Street at this downtown bar through Sunday, Dec. 31. Sip on the festive drink menu including Hot Butter Rum, Rudolph’s Replacement, and Yippie Ki Yay Mother... you know the rest.

Pro tip: To guarantee a table, make a reservation .

Hugman’s Oasis , 135 E. Commerce St.

Try out one of the holiday-themed cocktails at Hugman’s Oasis this holiday season.

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Celebrate the holidays in the tropics with the Sippin’ Santa pop-up through Sunday, Dec. 31. Sip on North Pole Bowl, Sippin’ Santa, or the Ho Ho Hot Buttered Rum. Make your reservation today.

J.W. Marriott , 23808 Resort Pkwy.

Check out one of three pop-ups at the JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort & Spa.

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This resort on the city’s Northside is hosting three pop-ups this season: The Arctic Lodge pop-up lounge features themed cocktails, the Cocoa Cabin for younger audiences, and the Frost Haus offers a full menu with a culinary selection of elevated nordic-inspired winter favorites.

Otro Bar , 123 N. Saint Mary’s St.

Step into the Whooville Pop-up at this rooftop bar in downtown San Antonio through Sunday, Dec. 31. Get into the holiday spirit with holiday-themed cocktails, a specialty menu, shotskis, and more.

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Adriana Christian is a native San Antonioian. Having previously worked in museums for 10 years, Adriana began her social media career in 2021. Outside of work, she enjoys hanging out with her dog Benny and discovering new happy hour spots.