Every December in Omaha, familiar hangouts take on a festive glow with new cocktail menus and creative décor that make a night out feel a little more magical. It’s an easy way to enjoy the season and spend some adult time with the people who matter most. Here is my list of Omaha bars featuring Christmas-themed décor and pop-ups for you to explore all month long.
Barnato Speakeasy
Location: Barnato at Village Pointe. Open Tuesday–Saturday.
Holiday lights, themed cocktails, and a warm speakeasy glow. Enter through the freezer door for the full Barnato moment.
Christmas at Tiffany’s
Location: Barbershop Blackstone in Blackstone.
A Breakfast at Tiffany’s–themed Christmas pop-up decorated in Tiffany Blue with jewelry-inspired cocktails. Open Wednesday–Sunday, hidden beneath Blackstone Social.
Christmas in the Park
Location: Secret Park, 32nd & Leavenworth Street
Festive lights, live music, comedy nights, and rotating shopping pop-ups create a lively outdoor holiday hangout.
Christmas in Cancun
Location: Mula in Blackstone.
Tacos, tequila, and a holiday twist that transports you straight to Cancun.
Christmas in Catalyst
Location: Catalyst Downtown.
Elevated bites, themed cocktails like the Banana Stand and American Pie, plus complimentary Christmas cookies.
Don’t Stop Believin
Location: Mercury, Downtown.
Festive décor, plush seating, creative holiday cocktails like The Stoic Nutcracker and The Marshmallow Fellow, plus great non-alcoholic options.
Frosty’s
Location: Social in Elkhorn.
Blue twinkling lights and snowflakes, new seasonal drinks, and DJs on weekend nights.
Holly Jolly Jewel
Location: Jewell on Capitol, Downtown
Live music, Christmas drinks, spirited décor, and the Holly Jolly Brunch with a festive breakfast buffet and holiday tunes.
Meadowlark Lounge
Location: South of Midtown on Leavenworth Street
Retro charm, full holiday décor, festive cocktails, and Santa boot mugs.
The Holiday Hut
Location: The Cottonwood Hotel in Blackstone
A North Pole–style lounge with yuletide cocktails, a glowing fireplace, and playful sips like the Naughty or Nice.
The Grinch’s Lair
Location: Blackstone Social in Blackstone
A full Grinch-themed takeover with green drinks, mischievous décor, and creations like the Grinch Mosa and Whoville Espresso Martini.
The Trap Room
Location: NoDo
A cozy, tinsel-covered hideaway perfect for a relaxed holiday night out.
Tiny House & PLATYPUS Bar
Location: Little Bohemia
Rent an igloo or the Holiday Honeybee RV, a 1982 Christmas Vacation–style hideout. Homemade fireball and festive cocktails make it a neighborhood favorite.
The Bohemian
Location: Little Bohemia
Seasonal cocktails like a pomegranate mojito, warm lighting, and a gingerbread decorating contest on December 10.
One Perfect Ornament
Location: Sips on 10th in Little Italy
A snowy champagne-bar setup with a shotski, indoor snow machine, weekend brunch, and Sunday night jazz.
Rudy’s Bar
Location: 85th & Maple
A Christmas-themed dive bar open year-round—simple, spirited, and always fun.
You may be asking…
What are the best Christmas bars in Omaha? There are SO many great spots this year! My favorites include The Holiday Hut at the Cottonwood Hotel, Don’t Stop Believing at Mercury, Tiny House & PLATYPUS Bar, and the Barnato Speakeasy.
Do Omaha holiday pop-up bars require reservations? Always check ahead. Many are first come, first serve!
Are Omaha Christmas bars 21+? Most are, date night it is! Although, some are restaurants and allow families during the day.
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