
There will be a lot of holiday magic at Deck The Halls at Nason's Beer Hall. The Xmas Bar is located inside Pendry San Diego Hotel. It features decked out décor, the hallway of ho ho ho twinkling lights, Christmas ornaments, and festive cocktails. Try Cousin Eddie’s Hot Cocoa or The Jolly Good Rye. 570 J St., San Diego, CA

Welcome to The Great Dickens Holiday Pop-Up at The Duck Dive Bar. The vibe is all about, A Christmas Carol, and it feels like home here. We recommend trying The Great Dickens cocktail which serves up to 4 people. This is very exciting! 4650 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA

If you are looking for an elegant Christmas Bar experience, Elf on the 12th is for you! Located at Mister A’s Restaurant, expect lots of festive décor, seasonal craft cocktails, festive bar bites, and fabulous city-views. This is an incredible spot where memories are made. 2550 Fifth Ave 12th floor, San Diego, CA

Lo-Fi Christmas + The Tapas Bar at Jaguar Paw Bar is awesome! We recommend the following drinks: The Crème-Sickle Lane or The Ponche Highball. 2185 1/2 Logan Ave, San Diego, CA

The international hit Xmas Pop-Up Bar, Miracle, will be at two San Diego locations this holiday season: The Botanica Bar and Coaster Saloon. The bars will be decked out in holiday décor and festive drinks will be served in holiday mugs. 2 locations: 3139 University Ave and 744 Ventura Pl, San Diego, CA

The national Christmas Bar known as Xmas Bar will be at Good Night John Boy, a dance-friendly hot spot. This is a spot where Christmas meets Disco. Featuring festive drinks and the bar is turned into a winter wonderland. You will dance the night away here. John Travolta would love this place! 401 G St, San Diego, CA

Sippin’ Santa will be at The Grass Skirt this holiday season. Sippin’ Santa is an international Pop-Up Bar that puts a tropical twist on Christmas. It features tiki inspired cocktails, vibrant décor, and gives off an island holiday vibe. 910 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA

Another international Christmas Bar, The Jingle Bar, will be at Molly’s in Mission Beach. Featuring festive cocktails, treats, twinkling trees, a wonderland decked out with tinsel, Xmas presents, and holiday Christmas hits. 3770 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA

Jungle Bells at the San Diego Zoo is a great event for the entire family. The zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland with millions of Christmas lights. Featuring seasonal music, animal displays, holiday treats, and festive entertainment for all ages. You will feel the Christmas Spirit and vibes here! 2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA

The Holiday Market at Petco Park may be one of the coolest winter activities this holiday season! There will be dazzling displays, Santa and other holiday characters, Christmas lights, a grand carousel, and a Christmas train. Get your tickets below. 100 Park Blvd. San Diego, CA


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.