Running Article about Pop-Up Bars in St. Louis– Let us know if you know of any others.
St. Louis is becoming quite the destination for pop-up bars during the holidays. Great effort is put into making a winter wonderland out of temporary locations and many fans enjoy checking them out. For other events in and around the Greater St. Louis Area please check our other article about What to do for the Holidays in St. Louis: CLICK HERE.
Pop-Up Bars at 360 Westport and 360 Downtown.
No reservations are required to enjoy the open seating at these Insta-worthy spaces with extreme holiday decor, new cocktails and delicious food. Groups of 10 or more may make arrangements to accommodate their needs.
UP ON THE ROOFTOP AT 360 WESTPORT
November 7 – December 28
Step into a highly-decorated sky-high snow globe and enjoy seasonal cocktails in the glittering holiday atmosphere.The whimsical seasonal cocktail pop-up experience offers delicious seasonal drinks and its menu of sharable small plates, entrees and desserts.
Up On The Rooftop at 360 Westport is open daily with hours 4 to 11 pm Sundays and Mondays; 4 pm to midnight, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays; 4 pm to 1 am, Fridays and Saturdays. This is a 21+ experience.
For more information, www.360-stl.com/westport or 314-683-2337.UP ON THE ROOFTOP AT 360 DOWNTOWN
DOWNTOWN
November 7 – December 28
There is no better view of the seasonal skyline. Get your 2025 holiday started early at the most scenic pop-up cocktail experience in St. Louis.
Step into the 360 Downtown snow globe perched 400 feet over the St. Louis skyline with extreme holiday decor inside and great views of the glowing Gateway Arch and downtown holiday lights. The venue overlooks Busch Stadium to the south, the Riverfront and Arch to the east and Kiener Plaza to the north.
Enjoy special seasonal cocktails — both hot and not — guaranteed to warm your Christmas stockings. Bring your friends to share small bites or a full dinner and pose with the glittering, over-the-top holiday decor.
Guests can celebrate inside 360 or outside on the wraparound patios with warm fire pits and 360-degree views of downtown St. Louis. The restaurant’s full menu of elevated dining is available until 10 p.m. daily.
There is no cover charge at 360 Downtown before 10 p.m. and no reservations are accepted for this first-come, first-served holiday experience. 360 opens at 4 p.m. daily until 1 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays, and is open until 2 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and until midnight on Sundays.
More information is available at www.360-stl.com.
Pop-Up Bars at Union Station
Sleigh Shed Cocktail Pop Up, O Tannen Bar Christmas Tree Bar, and A New Christmas Freak Shake at Soda Fountain
St. Louis — It’s the center of the holiday universe in the Gateway City. The celebrations start this week at St. Louis Union Station. It’s also the delicious focal point of the festive season in St. Louis and this year the food and beverage options at St. Louis Union Station are a real treat.
As home to the Polar Express Train Ride, St. Louis Union Station is a magical destination with food, drinks, activities and attractions for all ages. More information and tickets for all the holiday events at Union Station are available at
www.stlpolarexpressride.com or www.stlouisunionstation.com.
SLEIGH SHED HOLIDAY POP UP
The Train Shed restaurant at Union Station transforms into Sleigh Shed for the holiday season, now through December 31. A menu of special holiday cocktails, mocktails and seasonal desserts joins the restaurant’s full menu for lunch and dinner. The pop up is St. Louis’ favorite seasonal food and drink experience for friends and family gatherings, office parties, romantic dates and all holiday getaways. Sleigh Shed is open daily at 11 a.m. and accepts no reservations, so all the holiday fun happens on a first-come, first-served basis. More information is available at www.trainshed-stl.com. For large group bookings, contact abrda@360-stl.com.
Sleigh Shed cocktail photos:
https://photos.app.goo.gl/
O TANNEN BAR — THE CHRISTMAS TREE BAR
Open November 14 through December 30. tt’s a Christmas Tree. It’s a bar. It’s both a Christmas Tree and a bar. This 45-foot-tall German-style tree is hollowed out to contain a cozy bar serving both boozy and non-alcoholic hot chocolate and cider and s’mores kits all season long. O Tannen Bar is located in the outdoor plaza at Union Station just steps away from the Polar Express train and the St. Louis Wheel Park rides. Hours: Monday – Friday, 4 p.m.
to 9 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
AT THE SODA FOUNTAIN
GOOD GRIEF CHRISTMAS FREAK
The ice cream creators at Soda Fountain, the retro-style diner at Union Station, have done it again. The over-the-top holiday Freak Shake for 2025 is called “Good Grief Christmas Freak,” a nod to the beloved story, A Charlie Brown Christmas. The treat is vanilla shake with green drizzle, vanilla icing and festive sprinkles, a black and white beagle-shaped yellow cake pop, a yellow bird sugar cookie and a Christmas tree chocolate pretzel rod.
The Freak Shake is topped with whipped cream and a cherry. The new shake will be available November 12 to December 31. www.sodafountain-stl.com
The Floating Sleigh on the Arch Riverfront– Tom Sawyer
LET’S SLEIGH: Pop‑Up Details
Adult Ticket (21+): $10
Open December 4 – 28 on Thursday, Friday & Sunday evenings:
- Thursdays: 5 pm – 10 pm (Closed Dec. 25)
- Fridays: 5 pm – midnight
- Sundays: 5 pm – 10 pm
From bow to stern, you’ll find the spirit of the season shining bright with twinkling lights, shimmering garlands, and a cozy, festive atmosphere that’s anything but ordinary. Sip, sparkle, and be merry as you enjoy holiday-themed cocktails like Prancer’s Passion and Rudolph’s Red Fizz, plus festive bites that’ll make your taste buds jingle.
*Please note, this is NOT a cruising event. The Tom Sawyer riverboat will remain dockside throughout the event and guests will be able to come and go as they please.
Walk-up ticket sales are welcome and will be on sale in our Gift Shop on the dock.
For information on this pop-up bar on the Tom Sawyer: CLICK HERE.
While downtown, visit the Arch and Old Courthouse
Riverboats at the Gateway Arch & Helicopter Tours
Remain open daily for cruises, except Thanksgiving.
Café la Vie Pop-Up Bar
7730 Bonhomme Ave., St. Louis, MO 63105
+1-314-863-0400 | Located at Le Méridien St. Louis Clayton
Embrace the charm of a European ski retreat at Le Méridien hotel’s rooftop terrace this winter! Enjoy a delightful curling rink, enchanting trees, and cozy firepits.
Sip on warm cocktails and get creative at our build-your-own s’mores bar. It’s the perfect place to unwind and celebrate the season!
- $20 General Admission ticket price includes live music, open seating and build your own s’mores bar.
- $60 Curling Rink Timeslot ticket price includes general admission for ticket holder, curling rink for the 45-minute ticketed timeslot, live music, open seating, build your own smores bar.
- Special Chalet food and beverage menu items available for purchase.
- Due to the unpredictable nature of the weather in St. Louis the Curling Rink is made out of synthetic material and not real ice.
‘Aprés Ski’ Pop Up Christmas Bar at Old Barn Inn – 2025 Christmas Village
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Tickets are available just for Aprés ski bar access, bites, and raclette
Location: Old Barn Inn
Dates: Select Fridays and Saturdays
November 29th, December 5th, 6th, 13th, 19th & 20th
Time: 6 to 9 p.m.
Price: There are 3 different ticket options:
1: One night stay in a cottage, Bar access and Bar Bites, plus raclette dinner for two ($360+ tax with cash bar)
2: One night stay in The Lodge, Bar access and Bar Bites, plus raclette dinner for two ($335+ tax with cash bar)
3. Bar access and Bar bites, plus raclette ($80+tax with cash bar)
Advanced purchase required.
The raclette will take place under the Old Barn Inn pavilion and the Aprés Ski lodge themed pop up bar will be in Old Barn Inn Restaurant.
No refunds for cancellations. With a minimum 72 hour cancellation, we will issue a credit for the amount paid toward a future visit for up to 1 year from the cancellation date.
Signature Drinks by Location:
3t0 Restaurants– Westport and Downtown
UP ON THE ROOFTOP HOLIDAY COCKTAILS AT BOTH 360 LOCATIONS
YOU’RE A MEAN ONE, MR. SPRITZ
A Citrusy and Sparkling French 75 Riff
Blanc Vermouth, Allspice, Apple, Green Falernum, Lemon, Sparkling Wine
PEPPERMINT CONDITION
Boozy Mint-Chocolate Mocha Served Warm
Encrypted Vodka, Coffee Liqueur, Hot Chocolate, Amaro, Almond, Peppermint Whip, Peppermint Crunch
SUGARPLUM OLD FASHIONED
Old Fashioned Bursting With Cheer
Bourbon, Cognac, Chai Honey, Black Walnut, Angostura Bitters
SPICED PUMPLIN PAINKILLER
Dangerous Blend of Sweet Spice and Everything Nice
Dark Rum, Pumpkin Spice, Coconut Cream, Orange, Ginger, Nutmeg, Lime, Streusel
FRUITCAKE PALOMA
Holiday Zombie Meets Paloma
Una Vida Tequila, Passionfruit, Molassas, Pomegranite, Cinnamon, Soda, Angostura Bitters, Lime
SILVER BELLS
Brisk and Icy Gimlet with a Burst of Sweet-Tart Almond
1220 Origin, Encrypted Vodka, Spiced Pear, Lillet Blanc, Almond, Lemon, Silver Glitter, Foam
STOCKING STUFFERS
Chocolate Truffle — Tequila, Cacao and Hazelnut
Sourpatch — Vodka, Passionfruit, Pomegranite
