The Snowglobe Christmas Pop-Up Bar at Exile Brewing Company is going to be a lot of fun. There will be over the top décor, holly jolly drinks, and festive foods. There will be photo ops and plenty of Xmas lights. There’s a lot of Xmas Spirit here! 1514 Walnut Street, Des Moines, IA
Welcome to Tinsel at Either/Or! This may be Des Moines’ coolest Christmas Bar. Featuring nostalgic décor, holiday themed cocktails, and seasonal dishes. There will also be holiday themed events. This is a magical place! 6222 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA
The Nice List Xmas Pop-Up at Secret Admirer is a very cozy bar. It features holiday cocktails and festive décor. If you want to relax and take it easy, this is for you! 110 SW 5th St, Des Moines, IA
The famous international Christmas Bar, Miracle, will be at The Station on Ingersoll and Jordan Creek. You will imbibe in cocktails served in unique holiday glasses. There will be a lot of nostalgic energy here! 2 Locations: 3124 Ingersoll Ave & 101 Jordan Creek Parkway, Des Moines, IA
The Naughty List at Good News Darling has some really festive drinks. We recommend trying their Lemon Bar’s with buttered rum, honey, vanilla, ginger lemon, graham cracker, and cheesecake wash. 717 Locust St UNIT103, Des Moines, IA
Jolly Holiday Lights at the Iowa State Fairgrounds is incredible! Featuring over 3 million drive-thru Christmas lights, festive displays, and a lot of holiday spirit. This is Iowa’s most enchanting drive-thru! 3000 E Grand Avenue, Des Moines, IA
The Christkindlmarket will be located amid Principal Park. The open-air German style Christmas market features artisan stalls, warm glühwein served in commemorative mugs, the Christmas Forest, candied nuts and authentic German fare, and sample hearty bratwurst. 1 Line Dr, Des Moines, IA
Destination Grille has a Christmas themed event called Elfed Up. There are holiday themed drinks, delicious foods, and there will be a lot of holiday cheer. You can also book their private room that holds up to 60 guests. 2491 E 1st St, Grimes, IA
Welcome to Santa's Rock N Lights located at Living History Farms. You will drive-thru one mile of Xmas lights while dancing along to Christmas music. The lights move in sync with the music. Just tune your radio to the right station! 11121 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA
Winter Wonderscape at Reiman Gardens features over 200,000 Xmas lights on 17 acres of gardens. The walkthrough includes captivating tunnels, dynamic light strands, and a recreation of the game, Candy Land. This is a lot of fun! 1407 University Blvd, Ames, IA
Brant Buckley, the creator of Xmas Pop-Up Bars, is a songwriter, guitarist, author and Berklee College of Music graduate.
"Wedding Love" is Brant Buckley's newest acoustic ballad - a heartfelt, intimate song, featuring fingerstyle guitar, warm vocals, and a live string quartet. Written as a deeply personal gift for his cousin's wedding, Brant performed the song live during her ceremony at the Boulder Country Club in Colorado, where it became a defining emotional moment. Recorded in 432hz, a tuning that resonates deeply with the heart and soul, "Wedding Love" carries a calming, connective energy that listeners instantly feel. The song has received national attention, earning airplay on 34 radio stations across the U.S. and becoming Brant's debut entry on the Americana Music Association (AMA) charts. The song is ideal for wedding ceremonies, first dances, bridal showers, and romantic playlists. If you are an artist interested in covering this song, please contact Brant below.
In addition, Brant has over 16 years of experience teaching guitar to students aged 7-84. His lessons focus on real musical application, creativity, and personalized instruction. Specializing in Blues, Folk, Jazz, Pop, and Songwriting, Brant offers engaging online guitar lessons via Zoom for students at any skill level.
Brant is also the author of Chicago Blues History: Preserving The Past, a book dedicated to honoring the greatest Blues musicians. His work celebrates music, storytelling, and cultural heritage - the same passion that drives the creation of Xmas Pop-Up Bars.
If you'd like to connect about music, lessons, performances, or writing, Brant would love to hear from you.
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