
Blitzen's Bar Christmas Pop-Up at Omni La Mansión del Rio is incredible. Netflix sensation and mixologist Julie Reiner teamed up with Omni Hotels & Resorts to create this event. There will be thousands of Xmas lights and awesome festive cocktails. 112 College St, San Antonio, TX

The Grinchmas Christmas Pop-Up Bar at Elsewhere Garden Bar and Kitchen is going to be very exciting! Featuring a very festive menu and holiday themed cocktails. Kick back, relax, and let the Christmas vibes overtake you! 103 E Jones Ave, San Antonio, TX

Welcome to Chicken N Pickle’s cozy igloos! Play some pickleball and then warm up in your very own personal igloo that holds up to 8 people. Imbibe in drinks while creating magical moments with friends and family. 5215 UTSA Boulevard, San Antonio, TX

JW Marriott’s Xmas Pop-Up, ICE, is bound to dazzle. Featuring everything Dr. Seuss, the Grinch, ice sculptures – 2 million pounds of ice, delicious treats, a 30-foot Christmas tree, and a giant ice slide. This is awesome! 23808 Resort Pkwy, San Antonio, TX

The Peppermint Peak Christmas Pop-Up at InterContinental San Antonio Riverwalk’s rooftop bar will wow you! The Winter Wonderland includes fireside s'mores, holiday hits, and seasonal cocktails. Also, you will enjoy incredible city views. 111 E. Pecan St, San Antonio, TX 78205

Welcome to Miracle at The Esquire Tavern! Miracle, a famous national Xmas Pop-Up Bar, is an immersive cocktail experience. Try the Christmapolitan, the Santa Slide, or The Snowball Old Fashioned. They are all great! You may want to book a reservation here. 155 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX

Sippin’ Santa at Hugman's Oasis is one festive tropical paradise! You will feel like you are at the beach here and imbibe in tiki-based cocktails. Jimmy Buffett would have loved this Xmas Pop-Up. 135 E Commerce St, San Antonio, TX

The Tinsel Tavern Pop-Up at Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort and Spa has a lot to offer. Featuring lights, tinsel, holiday themed cocktails, ornaments, and unique Xmas classes. Try the Mistletoe Margarita or the Candy Cane Lane Martini. 9800 Hyatt Resort Drive, San Antonio, TX

You will embark on a Winter Wonderland at Zoo Lights! The San Antonio Zoo will be glowing with festive spirit. Featuring twinkling lights, whimsical displays, festive music, the Holiday Express, the Peppermint Path, and much more! 3903 N St Mary's St, San Antonio, TX

Christmas Clubhouse at Be Kind & Rewind is all about dancing. If you’re looking to dance this holiday season, this Pop-Up is for you! Featuring photo ops, Christmas décor, and holiday themed drinks. You will definitely warm up here! 115 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX

Welcome to 12 days of Christmas at River North Icehouse! There will be an ugly sweater party, movie trivia, holiday programming, and Christmas karaoke. You will feel some festive holiday cheer here! 317 W Jones Ave, San Antonio, TX

If you are looking for a Christmas Pop-Up that feels like your backyard, then That Place on Blanco is for you! Holiday drinks include Deck the Halls, Jingle Juice, spiked eggnog, and festive shots. 33855 Blanco Rd, Bulverde, TX


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.