It's time to sip delicious holiday cocktails with someone special! Christmas pop-up bars and themed experiences have made their way to town, and that means a great opportunity for a fun date.
Check out some of the coolest holiday and Christmas-themed pop-up bars in the Tampa Bay Area!
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Aprés Sea: Ski Lodge Holiday Pop-Up
- Dates: December 1, 2025, to January 15, 2026
- Location: Wyndham Grand, 100 Coronado Dr, Clearwater
Head to Clearwater Beach for Après Sea: A Ski Lodge Holiday Pop-Up at Wyndham Grand for cozy winter-meets-coastal chalet featuring festive décor, a full bar with lodge-inspired cocktails, and a special seasonal menu. Whether you’re a guest or local, Après Sea offers a warm, memorable holiday escape.
Now through January 15, 2026, daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (Fridays & Saturdays until midnight).
Of course, there's always Joy Bar in Tampa, a dive bar that's bringing Christmas all year-round! The signature shots are fun, festive, and affordable. A great way to experience some yuletide any time of year!
Holiday Cocktails and Pop-Up Bars in Tampa
A Very Merry Pop-Up Christmas Bar
Location: 2878 Providence Lake Blvd., Brandon
Only available December 17-23
Step into a holiday wonderland at WOB Bar and Kitchen, decked with twinkle lights, themed cocktails, festive decor, and great holiday vibes!
Small Giant Bar
Location: 1051 Water Street, Tampa
The Jingle Bar on Water Street is coming soon! Sip on cocktails that are the perfect pairing with the chill in the air. Get ready to enjoy all the holiday decor and lights over some signature holiday cocktails, all priced at $12.99.
Miracle at Strandhill Public House
Location: 309 W Palm Ave., Tampa
Miracle is taking over Strandhill Public House for the holiday season! Don't miss out on the great holiday vibes, decor, and delicious festive Christmas cocktails.
The Blitz at Barterhouse Ybor
Location: 1811 N 15th Street Suite A, Tampa
The Barterhouse is turning into a winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the spirit of Christmas all around! Join them for some holiday cheer, where you can indulge in special holiday drinks crafted just for the season.
Willa's
Location: 1700 West Fig Street, Tampa
The holiday decor at Willa’s is always excellent, and if the ambiance does not bring you enough Christmas cheer, then you should take a look at their holiday cocktail menu!
Sip on Milk & Cookies with Santa Teresa Rum, Park Cognac, Rumchata, coconut and milk with a mini chocolate chip cookie on top. The Merry & Bright tones down the sweetness with 400 Conejos Mezcal, Select Aperitivo, fresh-squeezed lemon and torched rosemary.
Icicles Craft Holiday Cocktails
Location: Part of Winter Village – 600 N Ashley Dr., Tampa
Winter Village in downtown Tampa has all kinds of fun for date night, including a fun holiday-themed bar called Icicles Craft Cocktails.
Holiday cocktail offerings include a Campfire Old Fashioned with toasted marshmallow syrup, a Pumpkin Mule, and the Sleigh All Day – Grand Marnier, prosecco, lemon, and a spiced sugar rim.
Grab your drink before exploring the lights and shopping the many small businesses set up at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park for the holiday season.
Santa's Cove
Location: 210 N Morgan Street, Tampa
Morgan's Cove is dressing up for Santa's Cove, with a festive and holiday-inspired cocktail menu, decor, and more! This year, they also debuted a new mug, the Holly Jolly Roger, adorned with Christmas spirit and Santa at the helm.
Holiday Cocktails and Pop-Up Bars in Clearwater and Dunedin
12 Days of Cocktails at the JW Marriott Clearwater Beach
Location: 691 S. Gulfview Blvd, Clearwater Beach, FL
Step into a sleigh-full of seasonal cheer at the Holiday Pop-Up Bar, a festive pop-up bar experience located in the lobby of JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa from December 1, 2025, through January 2, 2026! This experience is complete with twinkling lights, holiday décor, and their 12 Days of Cocktails menu with drinks like Cotton Candy Martini and Gingerbread Espresso Martini.
Coco's Naughty Village
317 Coronado Dr., Clearwater
What's better than Christmas on the beach? Not much! Coco's Crush Bar and Grill has gone all out for the holidays with decor everywhere. Sip on cocktails like Coco's Naughty Cider, North Pole Affair, Santa Went South, Dirty Snowman, and more!
The Fenway Hotel's Room 27: Winter Wonderland
453 Edgewater Dr., Dunedin
The hotel’s secretive speakeasy transforms into a snow-dusted hideaway offering handcrafted, holiday-themed cocktails and a curated, two-hour experience! Reservations are $10 ($20 on Fridays) for select nights and can be made online.
Woodwright Brewing Company
Location: 985 Douglas Ave., Dunedin
Head to Woodwright for Winter Wednesdays. Sip on festive cocktails and watch holiday movies, and participate in holiday events. Be sure to experience their Christmas Show on Saturday, December 13, 2025, for some great tunes and ugly Christmas sweater fun!
The honu
Location: 516 Grant Street, Dunedin, FL
Party Hawaiian style for the holidays at The Honu Tiki Bar in downtown Dunedin, outfitted in their holiday lights!
Sonder/Santa Social Club
Location: 966 Douglas Ave, Dunedin
Christmas is coming to Dunedin’s Sonder Social Club—or should we say Santa's Social Club! This Christmas bar takeover is almost ready to celebrate the season with you. Incredible cocktails and themed nights (including an ugly sweater party) put the Santa Social Club on our date night wish list this holiday season.
Sip Holiday Cocktails in St. Pete
Xmas Bar St. Pete
Location: 260 1st Ave N., St. Petersburg
This festive pop-up bar in St. Pete features an array of holiday-themed cocktails like the Naughty or Nice Bubbly, Jingle Juice, Mistletoe's Kiss, Drunken Gingerbread, Here to Sleigh, and more!
Miracle at Mezzo
Location: 1111 Central Ave, St. Petersburg, FL
This time of year Intermezzo transforms into Miracle at Mezzo. This Christmas-themed pop-up cocktail bar brings a super festive setting with kitschy holiday decor along with delicious seasonal drinks.
There are also jolly holiday decorations at Bar Mezzo with festive drinks like the Christmapolitan, Blitzen Barrel, Miracle Mouse, Koala LaLaLa, and Coconut Hot Chocolate!
Enjoy these holiday sips at Bar Mezzo during these hours:
Monday–Thursday: 5 p.m.–12 a.m.
Friday: 5 p.m.–2 a.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m.–2 a.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m.–12 a.m.
St. Petersburg Distillery
Location: 800 31st St S, St. Petersburg
The St. Petersburg Distillery is serving up holiday cheer with holiday cocktails like the Peppermint Espresso Martini, featuring Old St. Pete Vodka Hogg Batch Cold Brew Coffee, vanilla simple syrup, and peppermint cold foam. If you're not a fan of peppermint or coffee, they also have their Cherry Chocolate Old Fashioned and the Eggnog Slushy!
BONUS IDEA: BONNET SPRINGS PARK‘s ROOFTOP BAR
Location: 400 Bonnet Springs Blvd. Lakeland
Bonnet Springs Park is just a short drive to the Lakeland area (before the Orlando area congestion begins). This beautiful, privately-built park is huge and free to visit. But what makes it worth a drive during the holiday season is the Rooftop Garden Bar! Open every day from 12 p.m.-7 p.m. this rooftop bar is approachable with a great cocktail menu and craft beer. One thing that is missing here is a nice selection of non-alcoholic options. Perhaps some mocktails or NA cocktails could be added to the menu.
Note: Bonnet Springs Park holiday lights are postponed until 2026.
Feature image credit: Miracle at the Mezzo