PHOENIX — Many bars and restaurants are holiday-decorated with lights, ornaments, and tinsel, offering festive cocktails in themed cups!
We've compiled a list of spots to enjoy with friends and family—just remember your ID, as most are 21+ venues.
And remember, never drink and drive; book an Uber, Lyft, have a sober friend drive you home, or choose another ride-share service to end the night safely.
SIPPIN’ SANTA
Downtown Phoenix’s Bitter & Twisted is in the jolly spirit, as they’ve brought back their Sippin' Santa experience!
Address: 1 W Jefferson St in Phoenix
From now until December 28th, Bitter & Twisted Cocktail Parlour offers an immersive holiday experience with elaborate Christmas décor and a festive menu featuring creative cocktails like Sippin' Santa, Great White Christmas, and non-alcoholic options, like the Designated Sledder.
Feliz Navidad Cantina
A 90-minute special holiday experience at Salt and Lime Modern Mexican Grill in Scottsdale! The holiday pop-up starts on November 28. The experience and decor are said to remain available until the end of January.
To book, guests must call between 11 a.m.–4 p.m. as they do not take reservations via voicemail or email.
Address: 9397 E Shea Blvd #115, Scottsdale, AZ 85260.
Bar Blitzen
Culinary Dropout’s holiday pop-up returns to two of its Valley locations from November 19, 2025, to January 3, 2026, featuring festive cocktails, lavish décor, and holiday fun at The Coop.
- Gilbert location: 383 N. Gilbert Road.
- Tempe location: 149 S. Farmer Ave.
Limited-time cocktails at Valley bars and restaurants
- The Pemberton: The one-of-a-kind destination in downtown Phoenix offers holiday cocktails like Candy Cane Grasshopper, Yule Log Mule, Caramel Apple Rumchata Swizzle, and “The Nutcracker.” Purchasing “The Nutcracker” cocktail grants guests a discount code for Ballet Arizona’s renowned production of The Nutcracker. The holiday cocktails will be available until the end of the year.
- Cala Scottsdale: The winter cocktail menu includes The Midnight Toast, Tinsel Tini, Roxxette Spritz, Santa Baby Sangria, A Winter Dream, and the Veuve & Vine . Cala's outdoor patio bar serves exclusive, holiday-themed, limited-edition drinks every Thursday through Saturday until January 2, 2026.
- THE HENRY: From November 28 to December 30, The Henry's Arcadia and Uptown Phoenix locations will serve signature holiday cocktails, including Whiskey & Doughnuts ($17), Spiced Pear Cosmopolitan ($17), and the Polar Espress-Oh Martini.
- Blanco Cocina + Cantina will serve holiday cocktails and margarita trees from November 28 to December 31, including Primo Eduardo’s Eggnog ($15), Goodnight Mrs. Santa’s Sister ($15), and Don Juan’s Spiced Cider ($16).
- Trophy Room’s “Holiday Gingerbread Dreams”: From November 4 to December 31, the cocktail experience—where guests are not allowed to bring in their phones— promises to transform its space into a “whimsical, dreamlike gingerbread world.” Reservations are needed for this 90-minute experience. Guests will check in at the Wren & Wolf located at 2 N Central Ave, Suite 101, in Phoenix.
Pigstail Downtown "Winter Wonderland": Now through December - This pop-up bar offers limited-time winter drinks and shots and festive decor throughout the business.
Located at: 1 E Washington St, Unit 128, Phoenix, AZ 85004.
36 Below "Christmas in New York": The owners turned this underground speakeasy into a festive NYC pop-up bar filled with holiday magic, glowing lights, and cocktails that capture the spirit of the city. Festive holiday drinks include Snow Globe Cosmo, Filthy Animal Hot Toddy, The Nutcracker, and Fifth Avenue & Madison. *reservations required
Located at: 3620 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018.
