By Molly Given<\/p>\n
From twinkling lights to movie-inspired cocktails, the region\u2019s most beloved holiday pop-ups are back\u2014bigger, brighter, and more spirited<\/a> than ever.<\/p>\n The Wayward<\/p>\n Throughout the month of December, Wonderland at The Wayward will be in full swing with whimsical seasonal cocktails and a festively adorned space full of classic holiday d\u00e9cor. Located in East Market, those visiting the area on Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the season can also find carolers, ice sculpting, celebrity DJs, local vendors and a DIY s\u2019mores and hot cocoa cart from 3 to 6 p.m.<\/p>\n 1170 Ludlow St., thewayward.com<\/a><\/p>\n The Prime Rib<\/p>\n Back again for another year, The Prime Rib\u2019s annual pop-up in its Library Bar has been dubbed Holiday Rewind\u2014an ode to classic films of the season. Locals can find decor inspired by features like \u00a0\u201cHome Alone\u201d, \u201cElf\u201d, and \u201cA Christmas Story\u201d, and cocktails like the Elf\u2019s Hat (a lime Jell-O shot, Titos Vodka, passionfruit simple syrup, fresh lemon juice and a red sugared-rim), Cousin Eddie\u2019s Eggnog (Dorda Sea Salt Caramel Liqueur, Chopin Potato Vodka and house-made eggnog) and more.\u00a0 Holiday Rewind will also feature a \u201cMovie Snack\u201d made with caramel popcorn, a chocolate drizzle, salted pretzel pieces, cereal and M&Ms.<\/p>\n 900 Packer Ave., livech.com<\/a><\/p>\n Craftsman Row Saloon<\/p>\n Known for its over-the-top decorations (featuring thousands of lights, ornaments and more) and extravagant milkshake options, Craftsman Row Saloon has pulled out all the stops for the holidays once again with this year\u2019s theme dubbed Miracle on 8th Street. Specialty cocktails include the Peppermint-Ini (vodka, chocolate liqueur, peppermint, cream and a candy cane), the Fireside Chat (Screwball, marshmallow simple, cream and cinnamon sugar), the Gingerbread Man Whiskey Sour (whiskey, amaretto and gingerbread syrup in a keepsake gingerbread cup) and many more spirited options.<\/p>\n Food-wise, locals can find bites like the White Christmas Pizza-Calzone Mashup, Candy Cane Caprese, Buffalo Chicken Seasonal Wreath, Christmas Dinner Burger, Shepard’s Sleigh Pie and more. \u00a0<\/p>\n 112 S 8th St.,\u00a0craftsmanrowsaloon.com<\/a><\/p>\n Bridget Foy\u2019s<\/p>\n For the spirited season, Bridget Foy\u2019s on South Street will be dubbed Bridget Foy\u2019s North Pole. The venue will be decked out in holiday decorations and will also debut a limited-time cocktail menu. Sip options include the Son of a Nutcracker (High West Campfire bourbon blended with chestnut praline and orange bitters, served inside its very own Nutcracker \u201csnowglobe\u201d), Sugar-Plum Cosmopolitan (a mix of vodka, spiced plum, cranberry, lemon, and a festive sugar rim) and the frozen Heat Miser\u2019s Hot Headed Margarita (made with tequila, mango, lime, honey-chili syrup, an aperol float and a tajin rim) among other picks. \u00a0<\/p>\n 200 South St., bridgetfoys.com<\/a><\/p>\n McGillin\u2019s Olde Ale House<\/p>\n Philadelphians can sip on drinks like an Eggnog Martini, Poinsetta Punch and more while at McGillin\u2019s for the holidays. The venue is decked out with seasonal decor, and will also feature a few fun dates to look out for like Ugly Sweater Karaoke on Dec. 17, a Sing a Long Christmas Carol night on Dec. 18 and more.<\/p>\n 1310 Drury St., mcgillins.com<\/a><\/p>\n Taqueria Amor<\/p>\n Philadelphians can head to Manayunk to check out Taqueria Amor\u2019s annual holiday pop-up, now dubbed \u2018Senor Grinch\u2019. Back for its 6th season the locale features savory dishes and themed cocktails like a Hot Tequila Cider (made with apple cider, reposado and Spitball cinnamon whiskey), Cindy Lou\u2019s Spiked Yoo-Hoo (Deep Eddy vodka, Kahlua, Yoo Hoo and cream, with a chocolate sugar rim), the Grinch-A-Rita (silver tequila, Triple Sec, green apple, melon liquer, \u201cGrinch\u201d juice, lime and a red salt rim) and more. \u00a0<\/p>\n 4410 Main St., taqueriaamor.com<\/a><\/p>\n Uptown Beer Garden<\/p>\n Every year, Uptown transforms its large Center City space into a themed holiday experience, with 2025\u2019s decor dubbed Santa\u2019s Workshop. Open now through Dec. 31, this massive pop-up boasts over-the-top decorations, plus, sips like the Heat Miser (aka a cup of hot cider spiked with cinnamon whiskey and a cinnamon stick), Ya Filthy Animal (comprised of hot cocoa and Skrewball whiskey topped with whipped cream and a candy cane) and more. Bites-wise, visitors can order up carnival fries, fried pickles, a smash burger, chicken tenders and other options. \u00a0<\/p>\n 1500 John F Kennedy Blvd,\u00a0uptownbeer.com<\/a><\/p>\n Tinsel<\/p>\n Tinsel is now open with a run of over-the-top decorations and Christmas cocktails (like the Very Merry Mule and Mail Room Cocoa) on the docket through New Year\u2019s Eve.<\/p>\n 116 S 12th St.,\u00a0facebook.com\/Tinselphilly<\/a><\/p>\n Resorts Casino<\/p>\n Anyone heading down to the beach-side town of Atlantic City can head to Resorts throughout the season to check out the venue\u2019s Candy Cane Lounge. On top of cocktails and decor, the bar will feature DJ music, face painting by Heather Hires (select nights) performances from Holiday Dancers (Saturdays), a take-your-own ornament wall and more.<\/p>\n 1133 Boardwalk, Atlantic City,\u00a0resortsac.com<\/a><\/p>\n Ocean Casino<\/p>\n Another AC pick, Ocean Casino is bringing back a fan favorite, the Jingle Bell Bar. The festive pop-up will return to 1927 Lounge, just steps from the casino floor, with festive cocktails and themed entertainment.<\/p>\n