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.

2024 Holiday Pop-Ups in Indianapolis 

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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.

HC Tavern + Kitchen

What: The Nutcracker Suite
Ages: 21+
Address: 9709 E 116th St., Fishers
More info: www.atthehc.com

Watch as the tale of The Nutcracker comes to life at HC Tavern this winter with larger-than-life decor and delicious cocktails and treats. The rest of the restaurant is family-friendly, and will be decorated festively!

Harry & Izzy’s (Northside) 

What: Miracle on 82nd Street
Ages: 21+
Address: 4050 East 82nd St., Indianapolis
More info: harryandizzys.com

Step into a classic New York Christmas at Harry & Izzy’s, where the magic of the holiday season begins. Life-size replicas from the beloved Miracle On 34th Street movies bring the true spirit of Christmas to life in our cozy enclosed terrace. Raise a glass to the season with festive holiday cocktails, savor fresh-roasted nuts from our street-style vendors, and create timeless holiday memories. First come, first served. Reservations are not available within the holiday experience. Pro tip: Enjoy the holiday pop-up decor and festive cocktails before or after a dinner reservation.

Gather 22

What: Yuletide Tiki Tavern
Address: 22 E 22nd St., Indianapolis
More info: gather22.com

This holiday season, trade the chilly air for tropical vibes at Gather 22’s Yuletide Tiki Tavern.  Escape into a festive oasis filled with island-inspired cocktails, holiday flavors, and cozy vibes that’ll keep the winter blues at bay.

Sullivan Hardware & Garden

What: Sullivan Express
Ages: All ages
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.

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!

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.

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!