The holidays are here, and Atlanta is feeling festive! While you’re making your holiday bucket list (and checking it twice!), you definitely don’t want to forget to add a couple festive holiday bars to the list!
So keep scrolling to see all the best, most festive, and over-the-top holiday bars happening in the ATL allll holiday season!

For a super fun holiday pop-up bar (or should we say barS), you’ve gotta check out Ponce City Market’s iconic rooftop! They’ve got two classy holiday bars: MixMas on 12 and Holiday Social Bar! With themed cocktails, good vibes, and the best views in the city, you don’t wanna miss it. Oh, and did we mention they’ve also got ice skating and fun holiday events always happening on the roof?
Get all the details here!The Blind Elf

One of the most famous holiday bars in the ATL, The Blind Elf is Atlanta’s sexy Blind Pig Parlour’s iconic annual holiday pop up. With a menu of delicious drinks and bites, The Blind Elf is the perfect spot to dress up, grab festive drinks and party the night away!
Here’s a little taste of their menu:
- FIG & FASHIONED rye whiskey, spiced rum, vanilla-clove fig syrup a snowed-in Old Fashioned — fig depth, clove warmth, rye finish
- HUNG BY THE FIRESIDE rye whiskey, mezcal, apple butter, lemon, maple Santa’s favorite nightcap—rye and mezcal under the mantle
- MERRY MULE vodka, cranberry, lime, rosemary-sage simple, ginger beer effervescent, bright, and instantly cheerful — a mule worth caroling about
- PIÑA COLADA EGGNOG age rum, coconut cream, pineapple, velvety eggnog from the South Pole at Chido & Padre’s — velvety piña-colada eggnog, Santa’s off-duty sip
And SO many more! Get all the details on their website, here.
Tinsel Tavern at Live! at the Battery

If you’re looking for a total PARTY, then you’ve gotta check out Tinsel Tavern at Live! at the Battery in Atlanta! They’ve got all the holiday cheer: twinkling lights, specialty Christmas drinks, and tons of memorable moments for everyone!
Learn more on their website, here!Miracle Bar Atlanta

Miracle Bar is back in Atlanta, and it’s merrier than ever before! Between the absolutely dazzling holiday decor and the delicious, professionally-developed cocktails, you’ll leave feeling jolly and bright! We suggest trying out Bad Santa to warm up those colder ATL evenings. Served hot in a novelty mug, with aged Jamaican rum, velvet falernum, mixed spice butter, oat milk, and nutmeg!
Learn more on their website, here!Santa Social @ Mercantile Social

This holiday season, check out Mercantile Social’s adorable Santa-themed holiday pop-up bar! Whether you’re on the naughty list or the nice list, there’s a delicious cocktail with your name on it! (AND they’ve got some truly delicious mocktails too!)
Learn more on their website, here!Virtue Rooftop’s Holiday Bar

Midtown Atlanta’s sexiest rooftop bar has had a totally over the top makeover for the holiday season, and we LOVE it! With festive light installations, s’mores, fire pits, and holiday cocktails, head to this beloved ATL rooftop to kick off your festive season. And get there fast, they don’t take reservations!
Get all the info here!Ranger Station

Hit the slopes without ever leaving home! Ranger Station is a stunning Aprés Ski themed holiday bar located on the BeltLine above Ladybird! Their stunning decor will bring you straight into the retro winter wonderland of your dreams!
Some of their holiday cocktails include:
- Yule Fuel (candy cane infused Jim Beam, center, hot cocoa, oat milk)
- The Butter Scrooge (butter scotch infused Jim Beam, Biscotti, Bitters, Angostura, Cacao)
- Silent Nightcap (Sazerac Tye, Montenegro, Praline cordial, black walnut bitters)
- Spiced Apple Cobbler (Pierre Ferrand, green apple, Drambuie baking spice cordial, egg white, lemon)
You’ll definitely want to try their festive drinks, bites, and more! Learn more on their website, here!
HOBNOB Halcyon’s Ski Chalet Pop-up

If you’re looking for a super fun ski chalet themed holiday pop-up bar, you’ve gotta check out HOBNOB at the Halcyon!
Enjoy warm, welcoming vibes, delicious drinks and food, and all the holiday festivities! Oh, and they’ve got stellar live music on the weekends!
Enjoy drinks like:
- peppermint martini
- caramel apple toddy
- Snowcap espresso
And so many more! Get more info here!
The Americano’s Hot Chocolate Bar

If you’re looking for the perfect cozy weather winter activity, then you’ve gotta check out The Americano’s adorable Hot Chocolate Bar! Perfect for family, friends, and romantic nights beyond the traditional dinner date, The Americano’s Hot Chocolate Bar offers hand-crafted hot chocolate flavors from their incredible Beverage Director Katie Bellinger.
The menu will include both fun chocolate flavors for all ages and signature espresso martini flavors to elevate any meal this holiday season!
Learn more on their website, here!Don’t miss out on all the fun, Atlanta! Enjoy delicious holiday drinks at one of these amazing holiday pop-up bars!