Holiday Themed Bars Are Popping Up All Over Colorado!

Christmas-heads, prepare yourselves for the coming of no less than nine holiday-themed bars this season around Denver — and another in Colorado Springs, just in case you find the local options lacking.

From now through the holidays, you’ll have your pick of pop-up bars. Fans of the European Christmas market tradition can even head to a new outdoor plaza bar coming to Union Station.

For the most over-the-top Christmas experience, check out the Denver Center for the Performing Arts’ Camp Christmas installation and Santa Bar at Stanley Marketplace in Aurora.

Or for a holiday drink with views, there will be rooftop holiday parties with alcohol served from a decked-out Airstream at the new Edgewater Public Market.

Four Miracle Bars will serve up Christmas decor — and cheer — all over Colorado this year, from Larimer Square to Highland, Arvada and down to Colorado Springs. A lower-key celebration will light up The Ramble Hotel’s hidden-away mezzanine bar.

Death & Co’s Holiday Suite

Nov. 21-Dec. 28

For those who want just a little holiday buzz, the swanky lobby bar at The Ramble Hotel is serving Christmas movie-themed cocktails in a low-lit setting in its upstairs, mezzanine level Suite 6A. The pop-up will include drinks like the Filthy Animal made with red wine, brandy, amaro, pomegranate, orange and cinnamon.

1280 25th St., 5 p.m.-close Thursday through Saturday, walk-in only, deathandcompany.com

Camp Christmas at The Hangar at Stanley Marketplace

Nov. 21-Jan. 5

The Denver Center for the Performing Arts and creator Lonnie Hanzon bring a 10,000-square-foot immersive art installation this season to The Hangar at Stanley Marketplace. Santa Bar will provide both boozy and non-alcoholic drinks to keep spirits high while you explore the exhibit and snap some “elfie selfies” (their words).

2501 Dallas St., Aurora, starting at 10 a.m. daily, tickets from $8-$21 at denvercenter.org

Miracle Bar(s) Denver

Nov. 27-Late December

Three whole Miracle Bars will pop-up around Denver this year — one in Larimer Square, one at Avanti and one inside the Arvada Tavern. Avanti’s is the same as last year, located upstairs at the Highland food hall in the indoor-outdoor Wolf Bar.

RELATED: This year, Colorado gets a whopping four Miracle Christmas pop-up bars

In Larimer Square, the pop-up has taken over the former home of Milk & Honey Bar. This will be the biggest of the three this season, with room for nearly 150 Christmas fanatics.

And in Arvada, the Tavern’s second-floor speakeasy (enter through the phone booth) will transform into a tiki bar called Sippin’ Santa. Go here for tropical drinks with a holly-jolly vibe.

1414 Larimer St., 3200 N. Pecos St. and 5707 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada’ 5 p.m.-midnight Sundays and weekdays and until 1 a.m. Friday-Saturday. Walk-ins and reservations accepted, miracledenver.com

Roger’s Liquid Oasis (on the rooftop) at Edgewater Public Market

Nov. 29-Late December

The newest Denver food hall is transforming its rooftop into a holiday liquid oasis, Airstream trailer and all. The team behind downtown’s Brass Tacks will whip up eggnog, spiked hot cocoa, mulled wine and more against a backdrop of twinkling lights and the downtown skyline. Also, look out for a honky-tonk holiday party featuring Neon Moon on Dec. 8.

5505 W 20th Ave., Edgewater, rooftop bar opening at 2 p.m. daily (weather permitting), edgewaterpublicmarket.com

Holiday Putt Club at Punch Bowl Social Stapleton

Nov. 29-Dec.31

At Punch Bowl Social Stapleton, mini golfers can sip on adult (or N/A) beverages while playing 18 holes. The course is decorated with giant snow globes and life-sized candy canes this season. And the snack shack will serve drinks like Jingle Bell Rock N Rye, Pink Bunny Suit and Golden Age of Garland. See also hot buttered teas, hot chocolate and toasty snacks.

3120 N. Uinta St., 5-9 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, golf $10 for adults and $6 for kids 12 and under, punchbowlsocial.com

Miracle Bar Colorado Springs

Nov. 29-Jan. 1

The Miracle franchise makes its way south this year with Christmapolitans, Run Run Rudolphs and SanTaRex cocktails served from inside the Allusion Speakeasy space. The season starts out with an ugly sweater party on Dec. 2 and continues with more maybe-embarrassing opportunities to make memories through the New Year.

323 N. Tejon St. (inside Rooster’s House of Ramen), Colorado Springs, 6 p.m.-midnight Wednesday through Saturday, allusionbar.com 

Union Station’s Holiday on the Plaza

Nov. 30-Jan. 1

New to Union Station’s holiday lineup this year is an outdoor lounge serving festive cocktails and featuring a cookie-decorating station, direct-to-Santa mailbox and occasional carolers. Union Station’s Grand Illumination celebration takes place Nov. 29, and the plaza lounge opens the next day.

Wynkoop and 17th Streets, 3-10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, unionstationindenver.com

White Claw Winter Wonderland at Viewhouse Ballpark

Dec. 1-Feb. 1

This season, Viewhouse Ballpark is gifting us not one but two months of a White Claw-themed pop-up bar that no one could have wished for this Christmas. The White Claw “specialty menu” includes $6 Claws, $7 White Claw holiday cocktails and $25 buckets of Claw. Check with Viewhouse on their social media for specific event dates and details.

2015 Market St., 11 a.m.-2 a.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m.-2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday facebook.com/events/425219178168984/

Sleigher pop-up at American Bonded and Occidental

Dec. 1-Dec. 31 (American Bonded) and Dec. 1-Dec. 23 (Occidental)

For a harder edged, heavy-metal holiday, go for a drink at either American Bonded in RiNo or Occidental in Highland. The two businesses run by revered local barman Sean Kenyon are stepping up to fill in that niche of a hardcore Christmas celebration. Occidental ends the party a little earlier in December to host a Harry Potter Christmas event on Dec. 25 and 26.

2706 Larimer St. and 1950 W. 32nd Ave., 303-942-1201 and 720-536-8318, americanbonded.com and occidentalbar.com

Polar Bear Express pop-up at Señor Bear

Dec. 2-Jan. 1

The Latin American restaurant (that just opened an offshoot in RiNo) is turning into a winter wonderland for the month of December. You’ll have your choice of hot buttered rums, eggnogs, spiced ciders and seasonal shot skis to take with friends. And on Dec. 21, a Naughty or Nice holiday party will trade you shots for a donated (new) toy. That night you can also take photos with Santa Claus.

3301 Tejon St., 720-572-5997, senorbeardenver.com 

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Shop local at these fun holiday craft fairs!

If you love to shop local, you may want to check out one of the local craft shows around the metro area between now and Christmas. This is a great way to support local artisans and get personalized gifts for anyone on your list. 

An extensive list can be found at this link, and here are some highlights!

November 15 – 17

Castle Clay Artists Fall Show, Golden. November 14-16. Thursday & Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 40+ clay artists, also selling jewelry, wood and glass. Jefferson Unitarian Church, 14350 W. 32nd St., Golden.

Holiday Food & Gift Festival, Denver. November 15-17. Friday & Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hundreds of vendors. Featuring art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, wood, music, photography, toys, Christmas décor, and much more. Admission: $15/adults, $13/senior & youth, FREE/kids 12 and under. Print coupon to save $3. National Western Complex.

Jefferson Avenue United Methodist Church Craft Show, Wheat Ridge. November 15 & 16. Friday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 40+ vendors and crafters. 4425 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge.

Lakewood UCC Holiday Boutique. November 15 & 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Grab a cup of hot cocoa and find some holiday treasures. Quality crafts, recycled jewelry, nearly new children’s books, local handcraft vendors and more. Lakewood United Church of Christ, 100 Carr St, Lakewood.

November 21 – 26

3rd Annual Holiday Pop Up Market at West + Main Homes. November 22-23. If you are a local crafter, maker, or artist we are now accepting applications for free booth space at westandmainpopup.com

Denver Botanic Gardens Winter Gift Market, Denver. November 21-23. Thursday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday & Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. 50+ artisans sell specialty foods, natural bath & body products, clothing, seasonal items, jewelry and more. Gardens’ members get an extra 10% off purchases. FREE Gardens admission, too. 1007 York St., Denver.

Mollie McGee’s Holiday Market, Longmont. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 160+ booths. Admission: $5. Kids under 12 are free. No strollers on Saturday until 1 p.m. Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibit Bldg., Hover & Nelson Rds., Longmont.

Christmas in Windsor, Windsor. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All handmade items from 100+ vendors. Admission: $3. Windsor Rec Center, 250 N. 11th St.

Sugar Plum Bazaar, Denver. November 23 & 24. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 120+ Colorado artisans and vendors sell handmade, vintage, re-purposed and unique items. Denver Mart, 451 E. 58th Ave., Denver.

November 29 – December 3

Stapleton Holiday Bazaar, Denver. November 29-December 1. Friday & Saturday, noon to 8 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Held at The Shops at Northfield. 60+ local craft vendors, food and fashion trucks, live entertainment. 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver.

Horseshoe Holiday Market, Denver. November 30 & December 1. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. 100+ artisans selling vintage and handmade goods, plus food trucks and mobile boutiques in the parking lot. Admission free, but suggestion donation of $5 to Children’s Hospital Art Therapy Program. Highlands Masonic Temple, 3550 Federal Blvd., Denver.

Fetch Holiday Market, Denver. November 30 & December 1. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. This show features hundreds of vendors selling one-of-a-kind gifts each weekend. Admission: $5. Denver Sports Castle, 1000 Broadway, Denver.

December 5 – 8

Denver Potters Association Holiday Show & Sale, Denver. December 5-8, Thursday, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 40+ artists showcase one-of-a-kind functional and sculptural ceramics, plus handmade jewelry, glass and wood creations. Sixth Avenue United Church, 3250 E. 6th Ave., Denver.

Jefferson Unitarian Church Holiday Craft Faire, Golden. December 6 & 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days. 35+ crafters. 14350 W. 32nd Ave., Golden.

Highlands Ranch Hometown Holiday & Winter Market. December 6, 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Outdoor market with meats, pastries, breads, fudge and crafts. Town Center North, 1100 Sgt. Jon Stiles Dr., Highlands Ranch.

Winter Market, Longmont. December 7 & 8, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. 100+ local food growers and producers selling fresh produce, specialty meats, eggs, baked goods, preserves, cheese, hot sauces, wine, prepared food, coffee, kombucha, jewelry, skincare, woodwork, home goods and more. Live music. Free kid’s activities. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont.

Holiday Mountain Market, Nederland. December 7 & 8. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 60+ vendors selling handmade crafts and art. Live entertainment, photos with Santa from noon to 3 p.m. both days. Nederland Community Center, 750 Colo.Highway 72 North, Nederland.

Lyons Holiday Craft Bazaar. December 7 & 8. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 60+ artisan crafters selling jewelry, textiles, pottery and glass. Lyons Elementary School, 388 High St., Lyons.

Boulder Holiday Gift Festival, Boulder. December 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. 100+ exhibitors. Handcrafted goods from local merchants. Boulder YMCA (inside the gym), 2850 Mapleton Ave., Boulder.

December 13 – 15

Jackalope Art Fair, Denver. December 14 & 15, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. 150+ trendsetting makers and designers of local goods. Stanley Marketplace, 2501 Dallas St., Aurora.

Firefly Handmade Market, Boulder. December 14 & 15. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 100+ artisans, live music. All handmade items. Balch Fieldhouse at Folsom Field, University of Colorado, 1951 Colorado Ave., Boulder.

December 20 – 22

Last Chance Gift Fest, Longmont. December 21 & 22, Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 180+ Colorado vendors. Boulder County Fairgrounds, 9595 Nelson Rd., Longmont.

Holiday Artisan Market, Denver. December 21, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Handcrafted artisan work including handmade soaps, holiday foods, Christmas ornaments, knitting, jewelry, paintings and more. Photo booth, giveaways, music. Scheitler Rec Center, 5031 W. 46th Ave. (across from Lakeside Amusement Park), Denver.

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