There's nothing quite like the holidays in New York City, but cold weather and the everyday shuffle can make it difficult to get into the holiday spirit. Never fret, these 8 festive holiday bars will get you appreciating the magic of the season in no time.
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649 E 9th St. / 347.866.7739 / Website
Miracle on 9th street is returning to the East Village at The Cabinet for its 8th consecutive year. Home to the original holiday pop-up bar, Miracle will be decked out with holiday decor, serving up some festive themed cocktails. The bar will be open from November 10th to December 31st, so be sure to bring your holiday spirit and enjoy fun Christmas drinks like Santa's Little Helper and Elfing Around. Reservations can be made directly on Miracle's website through Resy.
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220 W 44th St. / 332.330.3859 / Website
New to this year's lineup of holiday pop-ups in NYC, Frosty's will, be taking over Bacall's Steakhouse starting on November 30th up until New Year's. The pop-up bar will be spread across four bars at three levels for an infinite amount of holiday fun. The event will offer festive photo ops, seasonal cocktails, lunch and dinner service, holiday decor, group events, and a visit from Santa himself. Tickets are available online and at the door, starting at $20 per person.
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68 S 2nd St., Brooklyn / 347.222.6722 / Website
Snowday in Brooklyn is a seasonal holiday pop-up bar takeover at Williamsburg's Sunday in Brooklyn. The restaurant and bar will feature over-the-top holiday decorations, a cozy festive vibe and seasonal cocktails. Snowday seasonal pop-up will run from now until the end of December. Walk-ins are welcome, and reservations can be made directly on their website or through Resy.
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281 3rd Ave / 212.473.8718 / Website
Known for its holiday decorations, Rolf's is a restaurant and bar serving guests traditional southern German and Bavarian cuisine. The ambiance is full-on Christmas-ready, decked out in holiday decor, ornaments, icicles, garland, ribbons and Christmas lights hung all along the ceiling. Rolf's brings the best while enjoying a fancy meal, classic holiday cocktails like apple cider or spiced eggnog and warm hospitality. Rolf's is open Monday through Friday, and reservations are accepted via telephone only.
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45 W 27th St. / 212.213.3066 / Website
Want your holidays to be merry and bright? Oscar Wilde restaurant and bar is the place to be this holiday season. Inspired by the Irish playwright, the restaurant pays homage to his profound story. Offering American bites, this restaurant is an elaborately designed, Victorian-styled bistro and bar serving up cocktails and delicious food. This time of year, the place is decorated with holiday decor, so be sure to book your reservations and enjoy some quality time at Oscar Wilde NYC.
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3 Mitchell Place / 212.980.4796 / Website
Cocktail lounge Ophelia is back to decorating its sky-high space, immersing its guests inside the world of a snow globe. Their Snowglobe in The Sky installation will feature a glittery illumination designed to look like a floating snowglobe on New York City's skyline. Garlands, crystals and sparkling snowflakes will hang from the top of the ceiling above the bar's main area. Located on the top floor of the Beekman Tower, this surreal experience will allow guests to get a clear view of midtown Manhattan, the perfect way to ring in the holidays.
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78 South St. Pier 15 / 212.742.8200 / Website
New York's newest holiday attraction, presented by Bucket Listers, is now open at Watermark. Inspired by the release of Disney's The Santa Clauses, guests will have access to outdoor activities and experience a Christmas wonderland filled with holiday cheer. General admission and premium express ticket holders will have full access to outdoor activities such as Santa's hallway, Santa's sleigh, Santa's workshop and the gingerbread bar to enjoy food, cocktails and souvenirs. Attendees will also have access to the enclosed waterfront and more fun outdoor experiences. Tickets can be purchased online, starting at $20 for general admission and $30 for premium express entry.
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132 W. 47th St. / 212.466.9000 / Website
Haven Rooftop is known for its gorgeous seasonal decor, and this holiday season will prove to be no different with Haven Ski Chalet. Guests will be surrounded by dazzling holiday decor, including cranberry bundles and holly adorning each table, shimmering Christmas lights overhead, evergreen garlands and flannel seating pillows. Enjoy the views, delicious craft cocktails and general holiday spirit all season long, or head over Christmas Eve for a delicious prix fixe dinner.
The holiday season is fleeting, so be sure to enjoy a delicious drink and good company in the most festive bars that NYC has to offer. Merry everything!
Photography by: courtesy of Haven Rooftop
