As the calendar flips to December and Charleston's historic streets shimmer with festive lights, the city transforms into a winter wonderland, welcoming locals and visitors alike to its array of holiday pop-up bars. Each venue, from the charming rooftops of Downtown to the quaint corners of Mount Pleasant, offers a magical escape into a world of seasonal cheer. In this guide, we'll whisk you away on a festive journey through Charleston's most enchanting pop-up bars, where holiday spirits soar high, and every cocktail tells a story of winter's joy and merriment. Get ready to explore the city's most jubilant nooks, festooned with twinkling lights and brimming with holiday charm.
Harold’s Cabin Holiday Pop-Up
(Downtown | Westside): Running from November 14, 2023, to January 1, 2024, this event features holiday decor, Ugly Christmas Sweater events, rooftop igloo packages, festive drinks, and seasonal menu items.
Harolds Cabin
BAR MASHMAS
Bar Mash’s annual holiday pop-up, Bar Mashmas, has returned to the downtown venue located in The Cigar Factory. Bar Mashmas is an annual holiday themed pop-up that features cheeky dish names and creative beverages.
Drink Specials ($14 each):
- The Mazel Tov - Tanqueray sevilla, grape juice, fresca, saline
- North Pole Night Cap (served hot) - hot cocoa, bulleit bourbon, coconut fernet, almond bitters, toasted marshmallows
- Mean Mr. Grinch - pearl vodka, midori, all spice dram, pineapple, lemon, cinnamon
- Espresso Express - ketel one, kahlua, cinnamon, Mercantile cold brew
- And more
Miracle Pop-up at Handcraft Kitchen & Cocktails
(Mount Pleasant): From November 20 to December 31, 2023, enjoy Christmas decor, specialty holiday drinks, festive mugs for sale, and festive bites. There are also Breakfast with Santa events on the first and second weekends of December.
Melissa Hom
Little Pine at Little Palm
This pop-up bar is open from November 16, 2023, to January 8, 2024, offering festive cocktails, themed decor, and cozy cabins with private Gondolas for sipping seasonal beverages.
Sippin’ Santa at Prohibition
Available from November 24, 2023, to January 1, 2024, it features festive cocktails in signature Christmas mugs and glassware, and specialty dinner, brunch, and lunch menus.
Sippin' Santa at Laughing Gull Restaurant & Bar (Wild Dunes Resort)
Charleston’s Island Resort this holiday season welcomes a special holiday pop-up: Sippin’ Santa! We are so excited to be hosting Isle of Palm’s Sippin’ Santa location at Woody’s starting November 25th through December 31st.
Sippin Santa
Emeline’s Winter Courtyard
Operating from November 24, 2023, to January 7, 2024, this includes cozy cocktails, firepits, shareable plates, and fondue specials in personal yurts.
