The holidays are here, and Austin is bursting with festive vibes and holiday pop-ups! We’ve rounded up 20+ spots to enjoy festive decor and merry cocktails! Explore this list below and let the holiday cheer begin!
Updated November 2026
OVER-THE-TOP DECOR
MIRACLE ON 5TH STREET
Wall-to-wall lights and ornaments, plus the cutest festive glassware at this yearly Austin tradition, now in its 10th season at The Eleanor!
Open: Nov. 12 to Dec. 30
Downtown | Directions
YULE AT AZUL
Multiple decked-out Christmas cabanas, couch-style nooks from the highest rooftop bar in the city with panoramic views!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
WINTER WONDERGLAM AT GIBSON STREET BAR
Fantastic cocktails, shot skis, and a massive iridescent Christmas tree!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
South Lamar | Directions
FROSTY'S AT TIGER LILLY
Explore multiple levels of life-size nutcrackers, non-stop holiday music, cocktails & more at this multi-floor holiday bar downtown!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their waitlist for updates
Downtown | Directions
GET LIT AT KITTY COHEN'S
Hanukkah-themed bar with dreidels, decor, JewBoy burgers, and cheery drinks!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates. Hanukkah runs Dec. 4 to 12 this year.
East Austin | Directions
LALA'S LITTLE NUGGET
Year-round Christmas dive bar with an old-school jukebox, Santa's chair, cheap drinks, and a pool table!
Open: Year-round
North Austin | Directions
WINTER WONDERLAND AT ROCKY'S BAR & AUSTIN MOTEL
Holiday cocktails, decadent colorful trees, funky festive hangs, and more at this retro motel!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
South Congress | Directions
WONDER BAR
Santa Claus, disco balls, candy canes…oh my! Get your dancing shoes on at this bar that goes all out!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
The Domain | Directions
HARRY POTTER AT CABANA CLUB
Weekly Harry Potter movie screenings, decor & cocktails to get things wizardly fun & festive!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
GREAT FOR GROUPS
JINGLE JANGLE AT THE DEAD RABBIT
Enjoy brews, bells, and bites at this Irish pub with seasonal flair!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
HOLIDAY EXTRAVAGANZA AT DONN'S DEPOT
Boozy hot cocoa, live music, and two-stepping at this piano bar and dance hall in an old train depot!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Clarksville | Directions
SIPPIN' SANTA AT NICKEL CITY
Laid-back holiday dive bar for washing down coney dogs with tiki holiday cocktails, beer, or whiskey!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
LATCHSKI
Dance the night away with tunes and predicted snowfall throughout the night at this Eastside hot spot!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
HOLIDAY HIDEAWAY AT ZANZIBAR
Tropical getaway with tiki drinks, Christmas trees, and hula vibes!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
KRAMPUS AT CAVALIER
Spooky twist on a holiday takeover with free admission and seasonal cocktails!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
NAUGHTY OR NICE AT UPSTAIRS AT CAROLINE
Urban backyard party with seasonal cocktails and festive decor!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
SANTA'S AFTERPARTY AT SWIM CLUB
Glitzy & glittery decor in the Rodeo Room with festive cocktails, a photo booth, and a disco tree forest!
Opens: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
RUDOLPH'S ROADHOUSE AT LEFTY'S DAY & NIGHT
Interactive holiday pop-up with festive cocktails, over-the-top decorations, and merry mayhem!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
Y'ALLIDAYS AT INN CAHOOTS
Tons of festive live music programming, lights, s'mores, and more! Plus, it's free!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
RALPHIE’S ON CONGRESS AT THE STEPHEN F AUSTIN TERRACE
A Christmas Story-themed holiday pop-up bar that you’ll shoot your eye out for with festive drinks and gnarly decor!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check back for updates
Downtown | Directions
ELEVATED NIGHT OUT
SNOW MUCH FUN AT EDGE ROOFTOP
A chic rooftop lounge with cute craft cocktails with city views, live snowfall, s’mores, and fire pits!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Downtown | Directions
REINDEER OVER RAINEY AT GERALDINE'S
Boutique hotel with holiday igloos, rooftop views, holiday cocktails, and cozy vibes!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
Rainey | Directions
THE UGLY SWEATER AT RULES & REGS
Think a holiday light show, skyline views, spirited cocktails, and a dash of kitschy nostalgia at this rooftop bar!
Open: Nov. 27 to Dec. 31, 5pm to 11pm
Downtown | Directions
WINTER SOL AT OTOPIA ROOFTOP
Rooftop pool and lounge with drinks and bites inside an Igloo with downtown views!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
UT Campus | Directions
HOLIDAY AT BUSY SIGNAL
Step through the telephone booth for holiday-themed drinks, live music, decor & more at this speakeasy-style room behind Victory East!
Open: 2026 dates coming soon, check their website for updates
East Austin | Directions
