Some over-the-top ambiance here, and a sip of something merry there–now there’s even more to love this season, with beloved establishments shifting into full holiday mode. Add them to your calendar, and start celebrating like the North Pole VIP we all know you are.
Brass Hat Christmas Movie Bar
Tucked below Bode Gray’s, you’ll find the Brass Hat Speakeasy, which, during the holidays, magically transforms into something your inner elf will love. The Brass Hat Christmas Movie Bar combines two things that go hand in hand this time of year: Christmassy food and drink, and your favorite holiday movies. Just look for the red light–we’ll say it’s Rudloph’s nose–and you’ll know you’ve arrived. bodegrays.com/the-brass-hat
Getaway Motor Cafe
Yes, there’s a special holiday coffee menu offered during the day at this craft coffee and cocktail hangout, but on select evenings, the coziness hits an all-time high when they trade lattes for mistletoe and jolly cocktails take center stage. getawaymotorcafe.com
Lola’s Lakehouse Jingle Bar
Lights! Music! Ornaments! Animatronic reindeer! The Lola’s Lakehouse Jingle Bar has next-level food, holiday-themed drinks, and a festive spirit that will have you asking yourself, “Am I at a bar or in a Hallmark movie?” lolaslakehouse.com
The O.G.Coffee & Wine Bar Pop-Up Jingle Bar
This quaint coffee and wine bar will get even cuter this season with the promise of a 4-day cheer-filled pop-up jingle bar–the perfect excuse to bundle up and head out for a dose of seasonal magic. ogcoffeewine.com
Sovereign Estates’ Nutcracker Suite
Elevate your holidays in the Nutcracker Suite, located inside Sovereign Estates’ Spirit of Winter: Festival of Lights. In this winter wonderland, you’ll find an elegant holiday cocktail bar that offers festive drinks and fun decor. Ugly Christmas sweaters welcome, but not required. sovereignestatewine.com
Winter Lights at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Experience the wonder of nature at Winter Lights, an immersive indoor and outdoor nighttime experience, then indulge in some hot chocolate, snacks, or adult beverages at the Warming House outdoor bar. arb.umn.edu/winterlights