Festive Holiday Pop-Up Bars & Shops in Franklin and Nashville, TN

Festive Holiday Pop-Up Bars & Shops in Franklin and Nashville, TN

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It’s officially the holiday season in Franklin and Nashville, Tennessee! Local restaurants, stores, bars, and hotels have started to roll out their festive holiday pop-ups, and we know exactly where you can find them! With Christmas cocktails, mocktails, snacks, crafts, and everything in between, there is a pop-up shop for everyone! Lean into the holiday season with fun traditions and immersive, Christmas pop-ups in Franklin and Nashville, Tennessee! Keep reading to find out more about where you can get into the holiday spirit and spread some Christmas cheer! 

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World’s Best Cup of Coffee: A Christmas Bar

World’s Best Cup of Coffee: A Christmas Bar is Franklin’s first Christmas-Themed Pop-Up Bar at McGavock’s Coffee & Provisions in The Harpeth Hotel. This holiday pop-up features a themed bar of specialty cocktails, mocktails, snacks, and Christmas decorations based on the movie Elf. Celebrate the Christmas season with an immersive experience at World’s Best Cup of Coffee in downtown Franklin!

World’s Best Cup of Coffee offerings include:

• World’s Best Cup of Coffee – cocktail made with espresso infused vodka, vanilla syrup, dark roast and winter spiced cream. 
• Xmas Ornaments – cocktail made with Ketel One Grapefruit & Rose, rosemary syrup and black cherry. 
• Cuddly as a Cactus – bright green spinach & artichoke dip, potato chips and pita chips. 
• So much more! 

 

 

Hard Candy Christmas Pop-Up Bar

Americana Taphouse invites you to celebrate the holiday season with their new Christmas Pop-Up Bar, Hard Candy. Hard Candy is a Dolly Parton themed Christmas Pop-Up Bar, with bold colors and bright candy canes turning Americana Taphouse into a Winter Wonderland. Indulge with tableside s’mores and live music on their heated outdoor patio or enjoy the holiday decor, festive cocktails, themed bites, and photo opportunities inside! 

Hard Candy offerings include:

• Candy Cane Martini – cocktail made with Tito’s Vodka, Merry’s White Chocolate Liqueur, Cayman Reef Peppermint Horchata, and 99 Peppermint Schnapps. 
• Pumpkin Spice Latte – cocktail made with pumpkin spice liqueur, Southern Star Double Shot, and clove bitters. 
• S’moregasboard – assorted snacks, dipables, and tableside roastables.   
• So much more! 

 

9 ¾ Holiday Pop-Up at The Union Station Nashville Yards

The 9 ¾ Pop-Up Bar at The Union Station Nashville Yards is a nostalgic, wizard-themed experience. Immerse yourself into the wizarding world with tasty cocktails and spirited small plates. This fun-filled pop-up bar is open until December 31st and features plenty of magical delights! Transport yourself into another realm at 9 ¾ !

9 ¾ offerings include:

• Butter Beer Shot – Baileys, Louisa’s Caramel
• Goblet of Fire – Mitcher’s Rye, Grand Marnier, lemon juice, maple syrup, strawberry preserves
• The Great Hall Holiday Feast – chef’s selection of artisanal cheese, honey, house jam, fruit, nuts, crisps
• So much more!

 

 

Candy Cane Jane’s Nashville Holiday Pop-Up Bar

Jane’s Hideaway’s 4th Annual Candy Cane Jane’s Pop-Up Bar will run from November 28th- January 1st. This holiday pop-up will feature festive cocktails, food, Christmas decorations, and holiday music! Their special offerings include eggnog, spiked hot chocolate, holiday popcorn, build-your-own gingerbread houses, and much more! 

Important Dates: 

• Candy Cane Jane’s will host a Giving Tuesday celebration on opening night, November 28th, with proceeds supporting Room in the Inn.
• On Thursdays, Candy Cane Jane’s will host a Classic Country Christmas show, and on Sundays, they will have a Jazz Christmas show. 
• New Year’s Eve will be Candy Cane Jane’s final night of the season, and it will be a big party! Jane’s Hideaway’s house band will play all night with food specials and free Hoppin’ Jane at midnight.

 

 

The Lipman Lounge Holiday Pop-Up

The Lipman Lounge will be hosting Paddywax Candles on December 16th from 11am- 3pm. This holiday pop-up store in Nashville, located in The Mall at Green Hills invites shoppers to stop by for last-minute gifts and stocking stuffers from their holiday collection! You can even create a custom candle at their interactive candle bar with reservations!

 

Ralphie’s Christmas Hidden Pop-Up Bar

Ralphie’s Christmas is a pop-up bar in Nashville, at the Noelle hotel, hidden behind storage closet doors. This secret pop-up bar is keeping everything a mystery, but they promise an all-American Christmas experience with “Oval-tinis” and merry bites inspired by a timeless holiday classic. Just remember: Don’t shoot your eye out. 

 

 

Après Ski at PROOF Rooftop Bar

W Nashville is bringing your 1970s Après Ski dreams to life with their retro holiday pop up at PROOF. From November through January, guests can visit the rooftop of W Nashville for seasonal beverages and bites, reserve The Lodges for a private experience or take part in the exclusive holiday shotski offered at the bar. PROOF’s terrace will be transformed into a winter village with a groovy twist, as two translucent cabins will be available to reserve for up to eight guests. The cabins are filled with cozy couches, chic décor and a rustic fireplace. Guests will be delighted with a complimentary fondue spread and large format cocktails exclusive to The Lodges for purchase. These cabins feature clear paneling to keep guests cozy, while still being able to soak in the Music City skyline. Open now until January 2024.

 

JW Starlight at JW Marriott Nashville

All aboard the JW Starlight! This holiday season, JW Marriott Nashville is transforming the lobby with an immersive train ride to take guests on a 60-minute expedition across various winter landscapes, where they will experience weather events and “environmental surprises.” From Saturday, Nov. 18 – Sunday, January 7, the activation will use spatial audio, lighting displays, 3D animation software, and HD panels to create windows into scenes of picturesque winter along with specially curated themed cocktails like a seasonal old fashion and martini. Tickets, available now, cost $30 -$40 and include complimentary valet. Visit the website to learn more and make your reservation!

 

Make Holiday Gifts at Goo Goo

Head downtown to the Goo Goo Chocolate Co. in Nashville to concoct the sweetest gifts this holiday season. Curate your own gift boxes by selecting from classic Goo Goos, premiums, apparel, merchandise and other branded gifts for the Goo Goo lover in your life.(New: pick up the Nashville Monopoly game featuring a Goo Goo spot on the board.) You can also design your very own candy bar at the in-store kiosks. Using premium chocolate, each handmade, 4 ounce custom candy bar takes about 15 minutes from start to finish (sometimes longer during busy season). The offerings of chocolate, sweet layers and add-in ingredients will vary.

 

 

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