Top Holiday Bars in Louisville, Kentucky
Who doesn't love a good theme? What seemed like a just a few holiday pop-up bars in the Louisville area the past couple of years has EXPLODED this year and there are now so many. It makes my holiday heart happy. I’ve rounded up a comprehensive list of all the holiday bars in Louisville. Some have been around awhile and come back year after year, like a classic Christmas movie. Some are brand new with super fun themes like Christmas Tiki, Snow Lodge and more. Here is the list:
Apres - Ski Lounge
Location: High Stakes Roof Top Bar, 710 E Jefferson Street, Louisville, KY 40202
Dates: More info coming
Time: More info coming
Features: More info coming
Website: https://www.highstakesgrill.com/
Blitzen’s
Location: Pin + Proof inside the Omni Hotel, 400 S. 2nd Street
Louisville , Kentucky 40202
Dates:November 28 - January 4
Time:
- Tuesday - Thursday: 4 PM - 12 AM
- Friday & Saturday: 4 PM - 2 AM
- Sunday: Closed
Features: The Omni’s Signature Christmas-Themed Pop-Up Bar, with Christmas themed cocktails.
Website: https://www.omnihotels.com/hotels/louisville/dining/blitzens

Buon Natale
Location: Prova Spirits. 917 E. Liberty St.
Dates: Details Coming
Time: Details Coming
Features: Details Coming
Website: https://www.provaspirits.com

Candy Cane Lane
Location: House of Marigold Restaurant, 10310 Shelbyville Rd.Louisville, Kentucky 40223
Dates: Dec. 11, 12, 18 and 19 from 5 to 9 p.m
Time: Thurs-Sat evenings 5-9pm
Features: Limited-time Candy Cane Lane food and cocktail menu. Sip on the Mint to Be Merry Martini, Coquito or the Cozy Girl Cocoa while indulging in festive treats like the Festive Pimento Globe or the Sugar & Spice gingerbread pop tarts!
Website: https://www.thehouseofmarigold.com/
Frost
Location: Frankfort Avenue Liquors & Wine
Dates: Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday through the month of December
Time: Reservations Required (502)618-2019. Time’s available at 6pm, 8pm and 10pm
Features: Seasonal drinks
Website: https://louisvilledrinks.com/
Noel & Co.
Locations: Maddox & Rose Marketplace, 900 East Main Street
Louisville, KY 40206
Date: Nov 26–Jan 11
Time:
- Thursday & Friday 12-8pm
- Saturday 11-9pm
- Sunday 11-6pm
Features: Sip holiday cocktails (No RSVP Required), create custom candles (RSVP Required), and wander through a space filled with velvet ribbons, vintage details, and nostalgic light.
Website: https://www.maddoxandrosemarketplace.com/
MISTLETOAD
Location: Rabbit Hole Distillery, 711 East Jefferson Street, Louisville KY
Dates: Now - Dec 27
Times:
- Tues-Thurs 10am - 5pm
- Fri-Sat 11am-6pm
- Sun-Mon Closed
Features: The bar is open to the public during all operating hours and the Christmas bar will feature festive cocktails, whiskey flights and an amazing atmosphere
Website: https://www.rabbitholedistillery.com/
Merry at the Marriott
Location: Marriott Hotel Downtown Louisville, 280 W Jefferson St. Marriott Hotel Louisville, KY 40202
Dates: November 21st - January 3rd
Time:
- Sunday - Thursday: 3pm-12am
- Friday - Saturday: 3pm-1am
Features: Handcrafted cocktails & mocktails, and delicious food.
Website: https://www.porchlouisville.com/merry-at-the-marriott
Miracle on Market at Galaxy
Location: Galaxy Bar, 732 East Market Street in the Green Building
Dates: Open November 18 - December 28, 2025. Closed Thanksgiving & Christmas Day
Time:
- Mon-Thurs: 4p - 12a
- Friday: 4p - 2a
- Saturday: 12p - 2a
- Sunday: 12p - 12a
Features: Holiday cocktails and mocktails
Website: https://www.miracleonmarketlouisville.com/
Secret Santas
Location: Whirling Tiger, 1335 Story Ave.
Dates: More info coming
Time: More info coming
Features: More info coming
Website: https://www.thewhirlingtiger.com/
Sippin Santa Whiskey Row
Location: One-Fourteen Bar. 114 W. Main Street, Louisville KY
Dates: Open Now
Time:
- Tues-Thurs 4pm-12am
- Fri - Sat 4pm-2am
- Sun - 4pm-12am
Features: Signature cocktails, holiday events and more.
Website: https://sippinsantawhiskeyrow.com/
Snowed In at Epiphany
Location: Epiphany. 1525 Highland Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204
Dates: Dec 1 - Dec 31
Time:
- Mon-Thu 4-10p
- Fri & Sat 4p-12a
Features: Cocktails, Beers and Bright Ideas
Website: https://www.epiphany-ky.com/
Tinsel Tavern
Location: Pizza Bar at 4th Street Live. 445 S. 4th St.
Dates: Nov 21 - Dec 30
Time:
- Mon - Thurs: 5-11pm
- Fri - Sat: 5-1am
Features: Boozey Hot Chocolate Bar, Build your own S’mores, Holiday cocktails and bites, cookie decorating and more.
Website: https://www.4thstlive.com/eat-and-drink/tinsel-tavern
The Lodge
Location: Trial and Error
Dates: Nov 28th - Jan 3rd.
Time:
- Tuesday - Thursday: 11 am – 9 pm
- Friday - Saturday: 11 am – 12 am
Features: Cozy cocktails and holiday spirits
Website: https://trialanderrorbar.com/
Yuletide
Location: Hell or High Water
Dates: Dec 2nd - Jan 3
Time:
- Tu: 5pm-11pm
- Wed: 5pm-12am
- Th-Sat: 5pm-1am
- Every Sun in Dec: 5-11pm
Features: Holiday cocktails, festive snacks, and all the seasonal sparkle
Website: https://www.hellorhighwaterbar.com/
BONUS: IGLOOS in Louisville, Kentucky
So these are not necessarily Christmas bars, but who doesn't love a festive Igloo? These are also popping up more and more. Here’s a couple locations you can find and grab a warm drink in a Christmas Igloo around Louisville.

8 Up Igloos
Locations: 8UP Rooftop. 350 W. Chestnut St.
Date: Dec. 2–Jan. 3
Time: Reservations Required
Website: https://www.8uplouisville.com

Captains Quarters
Location: 5700 Captain's Quarters Rd Prospect, KY 40059
Dates: Call 502-228-1651 for Reservation
Website: https://www.cqriverside.com/cqigloos
Let me know if you've been to any of these spots across Louisville! Know a spot that didn't make the list? Let us kno by sending an email to hello@mykybucketlist.com.