
Stroud's Xmas Pop-Up Bar, Twinkle, is a magical experience. It features festive tunes, tons of Christmas lights, delicious bites, cozy drinks, and lots of holiday cheer. If you are looking for a romantic evening or celebrating with loved ones, this event is for you. Also, they host holiday parties. 8301 W 135th St., Overland Park, KS

Welcome to the Last Call Speakeasy Winter Wonderland Pop-Up — a cozy holiday escape with festive cocktails, décor, twinkling lights, photo ops, and refined tapas. The warm, low-lit space creates a magical setting to gather with friends. Tickets are $10 (non-refundable), and reservations are available on Tock through their website. 12687 Metcalf Avenue, Overland Park, KS

This is Holiday Hideaway at Chicken N Pickle. Featuring holiday drinks; the 12 festive cocktails, a cozy atmosphere, lodge vibes, festive bites, summit views, and beer/wine options. This Christmas Pop-Up Bar is great for friends and the entire family! You can also play pickleball plus there’s live music. This is a lot of fun! 5901 W 135th St., Overland Park, KS

Serv’d on Ice at Serv offers cozy cabanas, open skating, and festive drinks. Their private heated cabanas include dedicated service, a round of gourmet hot chocolates, and skating for up to 6 guests for 90 minutes. The experience is great for small gatherings and families looking to have fun. In addition, they have a VIP Experience. 9051 Metcalf Ave, Overland Park, KS

Holiday Lights on Farmstead Lane is located at the front entranceway of Deanna Rose Children’s Farmstead. Their magnificent light show will be perfectly synchronized with the radio’s holiday music. Be sure to tune into 90.5 Rose F.M. This event is free to the public and will fill the whole family up with holiday spirit. 13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS

Luminary Walk at the Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens is going to get you feeling some Christmas vibes! Their unique experiences include the Luminary Walk, the Adults Only Candlelight Stroll, the Electric Glow, and Glow Cart Tours. Each event runs on a different day, so be sure to check out their website for more information. 8909 W 179th St, Bucyrus, KS


Brant Buckley, the creator of Xmas Pop-Up Bars, is a songwriter, guitarist, author and Berklee College of Music graduate.
"We Love Da Bears" is Brant Buckley's newest original release — an energetic Chicago Bears anthem inspired by the excitement, tradition, and passion of Bears football. Blending driving blues-rock guitars, crowd chants, and a classic 12-bar blues foundation with backward blues-inspired riffs, the song was written to capture the electric atmosphere of game day. Recorded in 432 Hz and engineered by Mickey Cushing at Mystery Street Recording in Chicago, "We Love Da Bears" is designed for tailgates, watch parties, sports bars, and every Bears fan ready to cheer on the Monsters of the Midway.
Already generating enthusiastic feedback from listeners, many have described the song as a true Bears anthem. Brant's goal is to have "We Love Da Bears" become part of the Chicago football tradition, played everywhere from neighborhood tailgates to Soldier Field. The song is available on YouTube and all major streaming platforms. If you're interested in featuring the song, please contact Brant below.
In addition, Brant has over 17 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.