Photo via @eatpapichulos
Ready for another season of all things festive and a lil’ boozy? It’s time to check out some of the many christmas bars in Toronto that will serve us the most festive drinks around – for a limited time only.
From fan favourite, annual pop-up bars to new additions in the city, seven festive experiences are open in Toronto, whipping up Christmas in a glass. And if you’re looking for that perfect holiday picture, rest assured that each holiday bar is decked out in the most festive decorations possible – ready for any captured moment.
It’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas!
Back for the 2024 holiday season! Project Gigglewater’s holiday-themed bar returns with its festive cocktails and special menu.
Check out their delicious holiday offerings here.
When: Until December 31
Where: 1369 Dundas Street W
Guests can expect all the Christmas excitement from kitschy holiday decor, a delightful array of holiday-inspired cocktails, visits from Santa and cheerful events.
The bar is hosted by the award-winning team behind Civil Liberties so expect some of the best cocktail creations around.
It’s cute, it’s cozy, it’s Christmas!
When: Until December 29th, 2024
Where: Third Place, 875 Bloor St W
The fourth annual Mistletoe’s and Margarita’s is back at Papi Chulo’s. You can expect some festive cocktails and the best holiday vibes around. They decorate their interior from head to toe with the most joyous decorations for the season.
They only take walk-ins and the kitchen is open late!
Where: 121 Ossington Avenue
Little Sister’s Java Jingle is back and bigger than ever! This time the annual festive event will include both floors, new drinks and holiday-themed events.
Sip from Grinch and ornament-shaped cocktail mugs, a lifesize Baby Yoda with a Santa hat, amongst an array of twinkling lights and garlands.
As for the holiday-themed events, expect holiday movie trivia night on December 16th from 7 PM to 9:30 PM, an ugly Christmas sweater contest on December 17 and half-priced Java Jingle cocktails from December 29th to 31st.
When: Until December 31st, 2024
Where: 102 Portland Street & 2031 Yonge Street
Toronto’s coziest holiday spot is here! Ginger’s Cocktail bar is the city’s newest holiday pop up bar, offering a festive escape filled with holiday drinks, sweet treats.
It is opened now until December 24th, Tuesdays through Sundays from 6 PM to 12 AM.
Reservations can be made online!
When: Until December 24th, Tuesdays through Sundays from 6 PM to 12 AM.
Where: 12 Sousa Mendes St
Toronto’s Fairmont Royal York has a brand new holiday pop-up bar this year and it’s giving cozy vibes!
Get ready to sip on boozy cocktails within a cozy retreat that “evokes a sense of nostalgia and Canadian winter spirit.”
When: Until December 21st, Fridays & Saturdays from 5 PM to 10 PM, walk-ins only
Where: Main Mezzanine (MM) Level, where the Thirsty Elf used to reside
Looking for a more elevated holiday experience? Plan your next date night at Melody’s Bar and enjoy their holiday inspired comfort eats and cocktails.
Decorated from top to bottom, the beloved bar has transformed into an elegant holiday experience, perfect for a lovely night out with friends or your loved one.
When: Until December 31st, 2024
Where: Gladstone Hotel – 1214 Queen St W
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