Top 15+ holiday pop-up bars in Northeast Ohio you can’t miss in 2025

Decor at Amici's Christmas bar in North Royalton.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The holiday season is here, and there’s only a limited amount of time left to indulge in all of the festive activities that Northeast Ohio has to offer.

The InterContinental Cleveland debuted A Winter's Tale speakeasy this holiday season.

For the 2025 holiday season, Greater Cleveland has a whopping 40+ holiday pop-up bars that provide the perfect venue to eat, drink and be merry. While the entire list is worth checking out, here are 15 holiday pop-up bars in Northeast Ohio you can’t miss this holiday season.

Nano Brew's Christmas Bar is bigger and brighter than ever in 2025.

Secret Cellar Christmas Bar

2516 Market Ave., Cleveland

Great Lakes Brewing Company has turned the basement bar of its brewpub into the Secret Cellar Christmas Bar yet again this holiday season. A Fire Nog shot, featuring Fireball and eggnog, and a boilermaker dubbed Ralphie’s Revenge (a pint of Christmas Ale and a shot of Fireball) are just two of the many menu highlights. No reservations.

Poppy has a Chill at Etta pop-up in its backyard bar space.

Saint Nick’s Social Club

2063 E. 4th St., Cleveland

5 p.m. to midnight, Sunday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 2 a.m., Friday and Saturday

The Secret Cellar at Great Lakes Brewing Company in Cleveland.

Society Lounge got a makeover earlier this year, and so did its holiday pop-up bar concept. Saint Nick’s Social Club is a decked-out holiday speakeasy on East 4th Street ready to serve over-the-top versions of classic cocktails with a holiday twist.

Chill at Etta

12502 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland

5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday

Poppy has created an immersive pop-up bar dubbed Chill at Etta that’s open for an after-dinner drink during the holiday season. The frosty space has a curated cocktail menu that matches the snowy chalet vibe. Walk-ins only.

Erie and Vine

4027 Erie Street, Willoughby

Noon to midnight, Tuesday through Thursday; noon to 1 a.m., Friday; 10 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday

Erie and Vine maintains a laid-back atmosphere with throwback vibes year-round, including this holiday season. DJs on weekends, trivia nights during the week and Tini Tuesdays are just a few of the many events happening in the space. Now, festive and kitschy décor and cocktails make it a must-visit this December. Plus, Tony’s Burger Shop provides delicious bites in the space.

Christmas Cowboys

1050 Old River Road, Cleveland

4 p.m. to 2 a.m., Friday and Saturday; noon to late, Sunday

I Hate Cowboys is putting a Western spin on the holiday season with the Christmas Cowboys bar. Themed cocktails join its impressive lineup of rare liquors and cigars. Every Friday and Saturday is also vinyl night.

Holiday Hideaway at Velvet Tango Room

2095 Columbus Rd., Cleveland

4:30 p.m. to midnight, Wednesday and Thursday; 4:30 p.m. to 1 a.m., Friday; 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday

The Velvet Tango Room turned its back room into the Holiday Hideaway this holiday season. Seasonal craft cocktails will be served through New Year’s Day at both the main bar and the hideaway, but the back room is only available by reservation. The space is also open for private events.

HolidayLAND at Nano Brew and Clandestina

1859 W. 25th St., Cleveland and 1865 W. 25th St., Cleveland

4 p.m., to 10 p.m., Wednesday; 4 p.m. to midnight, Thursday; noon to 2:30 a.m., Friday; 11 a.m. to 2:30 a.m., Saturday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Sunday

Nano Brew in Ohio City is bringing back its HolidayLAND pop-up bar for its second year, bigger and better than ever. The pop-up features craft cocktails, holiday beers, DJs every weekend and a bar wrapped in holiday cheer. This year, the back patio of Nano Brew is transformed into the Polar Pint Shack, complete with its own bar and holiday vibes. Additionally, Clandestina next door puts a spooky spin on the holiday season with a “Nightmare Before Christmas” vibe, with a side of Krampus.

Aprés Fuoco

87 ¾ West Street, Chagrin Falls

4 p.m. to close, Friday and Saturday

Bar Fuoco, typically an Amalfi-inspired outdoor bar, has taken to the alps for its aprés ski-inspired winter pop-up. Plenty of warm fire pits, shotskis and chalet-inspired vibes set the mood. Aprés-ski dress code encouraged — think puffer coats, fluffy earmuffs and cozy turtlenecks. Open through Dec. 27.

The Good Tidings Bar at The Rosehip Room

1415 Kenilworth Ave., Cleveland

Tremont’s event venue The Rosehip Room at The Elliot is opening for select dates in December for festive events and a vintage-inspired holiday bar. Cocktails with classic charm are central to The Good Tidings Bar, along with special events sure to spark holiday cheer.

Mele Kalikimaka Tiki in the Alps at Tiki Underground

1832 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls

4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to midnight, Friday; 2 p.m. to midnight, Saturday

Tiki Underground is always an immersive cocktail bar experience, but the tropical space gets a festive spin around the holiday season. The Tiki in the Alps bar will be open through Jan. 3, featuring a jolly, Pusser’s Rum-based cocktail menu and festive merch.

A Winter’s Tale and A Christmas Tale at InterContinental Cleveland

9801 Carnegie Ave., Cleveland

A Christmas Tale – 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., Monday through Wednesday; A Winter’s Tale – 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Thursday through Saturday

This year, the InterContinental made its winter experiences bigger and better than ever, starting with A Winter’s Tale holiday speakeasy. Complete with a hidden door and secret password, this ritzy lounge is the definition of a hidden gem. In the lobby, A Christmas Tale holiday bar will feature its own exclusive menu with “A Christmas Story”-inspired drinks.

Seeing Double

26880 Brookpark Ext., North Olmsted

4 p.m. to 11 p.m., Tuesday through Thursday; 4 p.m. to 1 a.m., Friday and Saturday

Seeing Double in North Olmsted barely waits for the beginning of November to transform its space into a holiday headquarters. Christmas-themed cocktails and mocktails are available with live music and other events planned throughout the holiday season.

The Holly Dolly Rooftop at Jolene’s Honky Tonk

2038 E. 4th St., Cleveland

Jolene’s Honky Tonk is putting a Dolly Parton twist on Christmas to bring a totally different vibe to its East 4th Street rooftop. Pink, tinsel and sparkles is the theme of the décor, alongside a seasonal cocktail menu.

Jingle Bar at Amici Restaurant and Bar

13000 Royalton Rd., North Royalton

11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday

Amici’s is back to spread holiday cheer with its festive drinking oasis dubbed the Jingle Mingle Bar. This year, the restaurant and bar has plans for themed parties every Friday, with DJs until midnight, alongside its themed cocktail menu. 21+ only.

A Wonderful Winter Wonderland, A Very Merry Danny Boys and Santa’s Workshop at Danny Boys

24129 Lorain Road, North Olmsted – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., daily

20251 Lake Road, Rocky River – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., daily

6207 Milan Rd., Sandusky – 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday

After transforming its Sandusky location last year, Danny Boys is going all-out with three holiday concepts this year. Sandusky will get a new theme, becoming A Wonderful Winter Wonderland, celebrating the seasonal snow. North Olmsted will have a classic Christmas vibe, becoming A Very Merry Danny Boys. Rocky River is going the family-friendly route with Santa’s Workshop, featuring a holiday menu, kids’ drinks and crafts.