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Bacchus Lounge

Bacchus Lounge Christmas Pop-Up Bar

Vancouver’s Bacchus Lounge Christmas Pop-Up Bar at Wedgewood Hotel is one cozy space. Full of festive vibes, there are plenty of decorations, lots of festive drinks, a fireplace, and richly hued fabrics. Try the Chai This with white rum and maple syrup. 845 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1V1, Canada

Kringle’s

Kringle’s Christmas Bar

Welcome to Kringle’s Christmas Pop-Up Bar at Fairmont Hotel. Known as “The Castle in the City,” there will be seasonal cocktails, twinkling lights, and a holiday menu. Try the Starry Night Negroni or the In-house Eggnog. You will feel the Christmas Spirit here! 900 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2W6, Canada

Glowbal

Glowbal Christmas Pop-Up Bar

It’s going to be a Winter Wonderland at Glowbal’s Xmas Pop-Up Bar this season. Featuring wreaths, lights, Christmas trees, and an outdoor patio. We recommend Jingle Juice, Gingerbread Eggnog, and Brandy Alexanders. There’s also a Santa Brunch Buffet. 590 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6E 1A3, Canada

Los Cuervos

Los Cuervos Bar, Christmas

If you are looking for an excellent Christmas Margarita, then head to Los Cuervos’ Christmas Pop-Up. Featuring a festive winter menu and white Christmas lights. Try the Mexican Coffee Martini or the Holiday Moscow Mule. 603 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC V5T 3K5, Canada

The Elf Bar

The Elf Bar

Welcome to The Elf Bar where you will have a magical 90-minute experience. Featuring Elf-based cocktails and games, photo opportunities, Christmas décor, and unique Elf figurines. This is one unique holiday experience! 920 Commercial Dr, Vancouver, BC V5L 3W7, Canada

Bar Humbug

Bar Humbug Christmas Bar

Bar Humbug is Ballyhoo Public House’s Christmas Pop-Up Bar. There are great festive food and drink options. For food, try Kevin’s mac ‘n cheese or sweet & spicy glazed meatballs with a pork shoulder. Drinks include The Jingle Ball & Tonic and Frosty’s Colada. 888 Burrard St #103, Vancouver, BC V6Z 1X9, Canada

12 Holiday Cocktails

12 Holiday Cocktails Christmas Pop-Up Bar

12 Cocktails of Holiday Tradition at Vancouver’s H Tasting Lounge is incredible! Every cocktail is inspired by a country. Drinks include Milk & Cookies, Santa’s Mailbox, Roller Skating to Church, Gluhwein, and Midnight Mass. 1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver, BC V6G 2V4, Canada

Botanist Bar

Botanist Holiday Bar

Fairmont Pacific Rim’s bar, Botanist, features high end holiday drinks and meal options. We recommend the Cranberry Christmas, the Blueberry toddy, and the Gingerbread Old Fashioned. There’s a one of a kind six course Christmas dinner and they have holiday brunches. 1038 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 0B9, Canada

Winter Wonder Lounge

Winter Wonder Lounge

The Winter Wonder Lounge Christmas Pop-Up Bar will be at Earls Yaletown, Prudential, and King West. Featuring cozy blankets, twinkling lights, festive décor, and holiday cocktails. The Peppermint Mocha, Yuletide Mule, and Winter Spritz are great drinks. 1095 Mainland St, Vancouver, BC V6B 5P9, Canada

Jingle Bar

Jingle Bar - A Xmas Pop-Up Bar

Jingle Bar, originally a U.S. east coast Christmas Pop-Up Bar, is now in Vancouver! Featuring festive trees and presents, plenty of drink options, tinsel, holiday music and jolly jingles, tasty treats, and Christmas games. There’s festive fun around every corner! 567 Hornby St, Vancouver, BC V6C 2E8, Canada

Arctic Nights

Arctic Nights at the Zoo

Welcome to Arctic Nights at Greater Vancouver Zoo. This event is great for families and kids. You will embark on a holiday inspired railcar ride around the entire zoo. Featuring Christmas lights, enchanting animal silhouettes, and live music. 5048 264 St, Aldergrove, BC V4W 1N7, Canada

Christmas Market

Vancouver’s Christmas Market

Vancouver’s Christmas Market is German inspired. Featuring a Christmas pyramid, artisan shops, eats/treats, photos with Santa, an Aeroplan holiday carousel, and live entertainment. The one-of-a-kind treasures make for great stocking stuffers! 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver, BC V6C 3L5, Canada

Tocador

Tocador Christmas Lights and Bar Pop-Up

Tocador offers some incredible jolly drinks this holiday season. You will imbibe in Mezcal! The La Ciguapa consists of plantain oat milk, butterscotch Mezcal, piloncillo sugar, and guajillo pepper bitters. The Cherry Wood Old Fashioned is great! 2610 Main St, Vancouver, BC V5T 3E6, Canada

PoMo Express

PoMo Express

All aboard The PoMo Express Venosta Train. You will imbibe in cocktails and tasty bites while inside a railcar from the 1920’s. Drinks include Blitzen's Nog, Mrs. Claus’ Negroni, and Santa’s Old Fashioned. 2734 Murray St, Port Moody, BC V3H 1X2, Canada

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