Holiday Pop-Ups and Restaurants with Christmas Vibes in Indianapolis

The holiday season is upon us! Get into the festive spirit by enjoying some of Indy’s best holiday pop-ups and restaurants with Christmas vibes. Whether you’re looking for a holiday pop-up bar for a fun date night or parents’ night out, or a cool restaurant to visit with the family that has twinkling lights, festive décor and seasonal treats, these local spots are sure to get you in the holiday mood. 

2023 Holiday Pop-Ups in Indianapolis 

Daniel’s Vineyard

What: Winzer’s Wonderland Holiday Pop Up Bar
Dates: Fridays & Saturdays, Nov. 24-Dec. 23
Ages: Mostly 21+; family-friendly sessions available
Address:
9061 N. 700 W., McCordsville
More info: www.danielsvineyard.com

An exclusive experience that will put you in the holiday spirit! Daniel’s Vineyard will have festive cocktails and snacks available for purchase, set amid a festive scene. Fridays and Saturdays are 21+ only, but Sundays are family-friendly and will include kid-friendly activities. 

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Winzer's Wonderland HOLIDAY POP UP BAR

Nevermore

What: Tinseltown Indianapolis
Ages: Mostly 21+; family-friendly sessions available
Dates: Nov. 24-Dec. 30
Address: 302 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis
More info: viralventuresusa.ticketspice.com/tinsel-town-indianapolis-

From November 24 through December 30, 2023, Tinseltown pop-up is all about celebrating Christmas! Expect Santa’s elves, tinsel, festive tunes and lots of winter warmer drinks, including a fabulous custom-created Christmas cocktail menu. Non-alcoholic drinks are also available. Note that this pop-up bar is a strictly 21+ event, but family-friendly sessions are available for those under drinking age.

Hotel Tango Distillery

What: Salute to Santa
Ages: 21+ 
Address:
Fletcher Place Tasting Room, 702 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis
More info: www.hoteltangodistillery.com

Salute to Santa will feature innovative and elaborate holiday-themed cocktails, mocktails and other beverages. Sip on an Apple Cider Old Fashioned, Naughty Hot Chocolate or a Christ-Mosa (a samosa, but Christmas-themed!). Lounge in the Instagram-worthy winter wonderland bar that’s all decked out with Christmas trees, tinsel and holiday lights. Munch on bar snacks like Reindeer Chow, warm cookies or fresh empanadas. The pop-up was created in part to to help support The Marine Corp Reserve Toys for Tots Program.

Hotel Tango Distillery

 

HC Tavern + Kitchen

What: Whoville Hideaway at the HC
Ages: 21+ 
Dates: Starting Nov. 21
Address: 9709 E 116th St., Fishers
More info: www.atthehc.com

Starting on November 25, 2023, there will be a Grinch-themed pop up bar at HC Tavern + Kitchen that’s for adults ages 21 years and older only. The rest of the restaurant is family-friendly, and will be decorated festively!

HC Tavern + Kitchen

Sullivan Hardware & Garden

What: Sullivan Express
Ages: All ages
Dates: Nov. 24-Dec. 23
Address: 6955 N. Keystone Ave., Indianapolis
More info: sullivanhardware.com

Sullivan Hardware and Garden is transformed into a Christmas wonderland around the holidays. Families can ride on the Sullivan Express to the North Pole (advance ticket purchase required), and there are also train experiences just for adults. Even if you don’t do the train ride, it’s fun to wander the store and look at all of the decorations! Or grab a table at Sully’s Grill, the cafe located inside Sullivan Hardware & Garden, for a meal or holiday treat.

Sullivan Hardware & Garden

Restaurants in Indianapolis with a Festive Christmas Vibe

There are plenty of restaurants around Indy that offer not only delicious food but also a cheerful Christmas ambiance.

 

The Cake Bake Shop

Ages: All ages
Address:
799 Hanover Place, Carmel
6515 Carrollton Ave., Indianapolis
More info: thecakebakeshop.com

The Cake Bake Shop is always beautifully decorated, but during the holidays is when it really shines. This is a great place to snap some photos (get one of your kiddo sitting inside the giant swan), and on certain days, Santa will even pay a visit!

The Cake Bake Shop

3UP Rooftop Bar

Ages: 21+ 
Address:
201 W Main St., Carmel
More info: www.3uprooftop.com

Perfect for a mom’s / dad’s night out or date night, the adults-only 3UP Rooftop Bar goes all out with the decorations for the holidays.

3Up Rooftop Bar

Zaharakos

Ages: All ages
Address:
329 Washington St., Columbus
More info: www.zaharakos.com

Only an hour south of Indy, Zaharakos is a historic ice cream parlor and restaurant in Columbus, Indiana. Christmas decorations go up in November, so stop in and enjoy being surrounded by a festive feel, along with a hot bowl of chili, a hot chocolate and maybe some candy cane ice cream! 

Zaharakos
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