{"id":67994,"date":"2025-11-24T19:35:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/67994\/"},"modified":"2025-11-24T19:35:09","modified_gmt":"2025-11-24T19:35:09","slug":"8-festive-holiday-pop-up-bars-to-visit-in-san-diego","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/67994\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Festive Holiday Pop-Up Bars to Visit in San Diego"},"content":{"rendered":"

As Mariah Carey would say, it\u2019s time\u2014to hang up lights, decorate the tree, start scouring your favorite local boutiques for gifts<\/a>, and trade regular drinking for festive drinking. Luckily, plenty of San Diego bars<\/a> can help you get that last one on lock with cheery pop-ups<\/a> packed with themed drinks and charming trimmings. Here are eight of our favorites.<\/p>\n

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Sippin\u2019 Santa<\/p>\n

The Grass Skirt<\/p>\n

Some people dream of a white Christmas. On the contrary, if your idea of the ideal holiday involves a beach chair and a pi\u00f1a colada, escape to an island for the night at The Grass Skirt <\/a>with a free reservation. This tiki-inspired speakeasy<\/a> transforms for the holidays with island-style bites, festive cocktails, and over-the-top d\u00e9cor.\u00a0<\/p>\n

910 Grand Avenue, Suite 101, Pacific Beach<\/p>\n

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XMAS Bar<\/p>\n

Good Night John Boy<\/p>\n

Calling everyone whose dad can\u2019t stop talking about how Christmas was way more magical in the 1970s, back when he still believed in Santa: Retro nightclub Good Night John Boy<\/a> offers the chance to help him relive those days with a festive disco. Sip on seasonal cocktails<\/a> under glittering lights while you dance the night away to throwback beats.<\/p>\n

401 G Street, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

Yo Ho Ho-liday Tavern Holiday Pirate Pop-Up<\/p>\n

Landshark Bar & Grill, Margaritaville Hotel\u00a0<\/p>\n

Open through December 31st at the Margaritaville Hotel<\/a>, this immersive pop-up<\/a> features nautical holiday d\u00e9cor, themed cocktails, appearances from lively pirates, and a curated menu that\u2019ll shiver your timbers (one order of Davy Jones\u2019s Linguini, please!). Entry is free.<\/p>\n

616 J Street, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

\"SanCourtesy of Bucket Listers<\/p>\n

Emo Christmas Pop-Up<\/p>\n

El After Social Club<\/p>\n

Get ready to trade jingle bells for sad songs at this nostalgic holiday pop-up<\/a> that turns \u201cmerry and bright\u201d on its head. Through December 28, El After<\/a> brings back the golden days of eyeliner, MySpace photos, and Warped Tour playlists, featuring throwback singalongs, themed cocktails, and photo-worthy moments straight out of your pop-punk dreams. Pricing starts at $19.90.<\/p>\n

815 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

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Deck the Halls\u00a0<\/p>\n

Nason\u2019s Beer Hall, Pendry San Diego<\/p>\n

This over-the-top pop-up brings the North Pole to the Gaslamp<\/a>. Beginning November 27, expect photogenic hallways lined with twinkle lights, giant ornaments, elf-inspired d\u00e9cor, and festive cocktails<\/a>, including a dangerously drinkable \u201cJingle Juice\u201d and a \u201chot cocoa\u201d that\u2019s really a bourbon-espresso concoction in disguise. You can reserve a time to check it out for free.<\/p>\n

570 J Street, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

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Santa\u2019s Lair<\/p>\n

Parq Nightclub\u00a0<\/p>\n

Starting November 29, head to the Gaslamp for a fully immersive, wall-to-wall holiday experience <\/a>where you can snap selfies with Santa, explore dazzling d\u00e9cor, jam out to Christmas tunes, and sip on spirited drinks. Tickets include a 90-minute experience, and admission starts at $18.95<\/a>.<\/p>\n

615 Broadway, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

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Holly Jolly Holiday Bar<\/p>\n

F6ix<\/p>\n

Running through December 28th, this event is packed with floor-to-ceiling tinsel, glittering ornaments, and festive cheer at every turn. Sip on seasonal cocktails, snap photos in the over-the-top d\u00e9cor, and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with friends. General admission<\/a> starts at $22 and includes a welcome drink.<\/p>\n

526 F Street, Gaslamp Quarter<\/p>\n

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The Golden Girls Christmas Experience<\/p>\n

Bayside Kitchen & Bar<\/p>\n

Want to say \u201cthank you for being a friend\u201d with an experience gift this year? Starting November 19th, you and your girls can step into a Miami-style winter wonderland celebrating everyone\u2019s favorite ladies. Enjoy themed d\u00e9cor, photo ops, and Golden Girls<\/a>\u2013inspired bites (like cheesecake flights!). Ticket start at $19.90<\/a> and include a 90-minute reservation with complimentary hot chocolate.<\/p>\n

2137 Pacific Highway, Little Italy<\/p>\n

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