Austin is filled with holiday pop-ups but if you’re a true Christmas movie fan, this one’s for you! We found five of the best Christmas movie themed pop-ups in and around Austin.
5 Best Christmas Movie Themed Pop-Ups
Harry Potter at Cabana Club
Step into the wizarding world of Harry Potter at Cabana Club in East Austin. The space has been transformed the Great Hall featuring Hogwarts letters, house banners, the Triwizard Cup and more details you’ll recognize from the films. Get sorted into your house and receive a corresponding shot or sip on themed drinks like Polyjuice Potion, Golden Snitch, Hot Dobby and more. And that’s not all. Transport yourself over to the Travelers Lounge, which has been transformed into the Knight Bus. There you will find Hagrid, Dementors and more magical drinks. Open everyday and happening through January.
Cabana Club 📍 5012 East 7th Street, Austin
Die Hard at Saturn Cocktail Club
Welcome to the party, pal! Saturn Cocktail Club is once again transforming into Nakatomi Plaza ‘88, a full Die Hard–themed Christmas pop-up bar. Snap pics in the air duct or sitting at Holly Gennaro’s desk as Hans Gruber lurks behind you;.Try your hand at the Die Hard themed arcade game while sipping on themed drinks like Mr. Cowboy, My Wife’s Pregnant or I Am An Exceptional Thief. It’s running through the end of the year – because Die Hard IS a Christmas movie!
Saturn Cocktail Club 📍 906 Congress Avenue, Austin
Red Ryder Holiday Hideout
Stop by the new Red Rider Holiday Hideout popup bar behind Kilwins Chocolates. The entrance door faces the Palace Theater across Austin Avenue. There’s cozy festive decor, themed drinks and a fun photo op. Drinks include the Mrs. Clausmo, Yule Mule, Naughty and Nice shots and more. Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Christmas Day.
Red Ryder Holiday Hideout📍805 South Austin Avenue, Georgetown
Grinchamas at Peached Tortilla
Whoville has arrived at The Peached Tortilla Cedar Park. Their Grinchmas Holiday Pop Up offers special holiday food, drinks and decorations that transport you right into the Who’s Christmas village. With a snow machine, festive menu and projector screening How the Grinch Stole Christmas, this is the perfect pop-up to get into the holiday spirit. Open to family members of all ages, it’s happening every day through December 23, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Peached Tortilla📍 1915 E Whitestone Boulevard, Suite 105, Cedar Park
Ralphie’s on Congress
The Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel has once again transformed its iconic Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace into Ralphie’s on Congress, This is one holiday pop-up bar that you’ll shoot your eye out for! Guests are invited to step onto a dazzling winter wonderland filled with twinkling lights, festive decor and unforgettable major awards. Open daily, through January 5, at 4 p.m.
Stephen F’s Bar & Terrace 📍 Stephen F. Austin Royal Sonesta Hotel, 701 Congress Avenue, Austin
