Bars and breweries across metro Detroit are breaking out the tinsel and holly for some festive fun. Plus, some seasonal bars are popping up temporarily for the holidays. Whether you’re in the mood to have a drink or two underneath a mistletoe, try a Yuletide-themed cocktail, or check out some holiday events and activities — or maybe you’re just trying to get away from your family to have a drink in peace — these 24 drinking establishments have the vibes to get you in the holiday spirit.

The Skip 1234 The Belt, Detroit; 313-724-3145; theskipdetroit.com This bar located in downtown Detroit’s colorful Belt alleyway has once again launched its Sippin’ Santa pop-up, with festive holiday lights and Santa-themed tiki glassware available to enjoy your drinks out of or purchase. Credit: Instagram, @theskipdetroit
Detroit City Distillery 2462 Riopelle St., Detroit; detroitcitydistillery.com DCD’s Eastern Market tasting room is decked out in festive lights, what it’s calling a “Winter Whiskey Wonderland.” It has also released a new holiday menu with 15 new craft cocktails and is also hosting pop-ups from local chefs. Credit: Courtesy photo
Cocktails & Cable Knits 4343 Normandy Ct., Royal Oak Union Joints is offering an immersive seasonal pop-up with a vintage cocktail vibe, newly crafted drinks, appetizers, and holiday shopping. Credit: Courtesy photo
Winter Wonderland at Jojo’s Shake Bar 288 W. Columbia St., Detroit; jojosshakebar.com The restaurant famous for its over-the-top shakes is transforming its location in The District Detroit into a winter pop-up experience. Visitors can enjoy holiday shakes, with the option to add alcohol for some extra fun. The bar is also hosting workshops such as mixology classes, ornament painting, wreath making, and gingerbread house decorating. Credit: Courtesy photo
Blitzen’s on Bagley 2545 Bagley St., Detroit; blitzensonbagley.com This limited-time pop-up in the former Bagley Central bar features seasonal libations, as well as bites from Shell Shock’d Tacos and Christmas cookies by Christmas Cookies by Warda Pâtisserie baker Anna Bolz. Credit: Instagram, @blitzensonbagley
Miracle at Dragonfly 2929 E. Grand Blvd., Detroit; 313-380-1500 The New York-based pop-up company Miracle is partnering with local cocktail bar Dragonfly for a festive holiday experience in Milwaukee Junction. Credit: Instagram, @miracleatdragonfly
Last Chance Saloon 1830 Michigan Ave., Detroit; lastchancedetroit.com This new new shot-and-a-bar located in Corktown’s old Casey’s Pub from the Detroit Optimist Society is in festive spirit, complete with a holiday menu and a cheeky “LE TITS NOW” sign in the window. Credit: Instagram, @almitycantaloupe
Time Will Tell 6408 Woodward Ave., Detroit; instagram.com/timewilltelldetroit This new bar in Detroit’s Milwaukee Junction area has a retro charm that’s only enhanced by the Christmas decorations. Credit: Courtesy photo
Weiss Distilling Co. 34 14 Mile Rd., Clawson; thewdc.com This speakeasy-style spot has launched a “Weiss on Ice” winter pop-up, which includes icy decor and cocktails like “Fairies Wear Boots.” Credit: Instagram, @weissdistillingco
Legendary Lodge 37550 Cherry Hill Road, Westland; legendarypopup.com The minds behind Michigan’s “Hush” haunted house have launched this new experience — a Christmas pop-up bar offering axe throwing, themed drinks, and artificial snowstorms. Credit: Courtesy photo
Ale Mary’s 316 S. Main St., Royal Oak; 248-268-1939; alemarysbeer.com Ale Mary’s holiday-themed “Jingle, a Christmas Pop Up” included yuletide decor and holiday-themed cocktails. Credit: Instagram, @alemarysbeerhall
Atwater Brewery 237 Jos Campau, Detroit; 313-877-9205; instagram.com/225speakeasy This local brewery just opened up the 225 Sleigh Ride Speakeasy holiday pop-up, with a beautifully decorated interior and themed drinks. Credit: Instagram, @225speakeasy
Royal Park Hotel 600 E. University Dr., Rochester; 248-652-2600; royalparkhotelmi.com This Rochester bar is decked out in boughs of holly, and features holiday-themed items like Santa’s boozy punch. Credit: Instagram, @royalparkhotel
Cadillac Lodge 60 Cadillac Square, Detroit; theiconiccollection.com A family-friendly pop up that features a large, heated tent filled with games, leather couches, and blankets, as well as bites like Detroit-style chili, warm soft pretzels with beer cheese, and a cotton candy sleigh. Credit: Instagram, @cadillaclodge
Testa Barra 48824 Romeo Plank Rd., Macomb; 586-434-0100; testabarra.com This Italian spot has a winter pop-up called the Dasher Room, a heated, enclosed side patio decorated with Christmas cheer and a holiday cocktail menu. Credit: Instagram, @marisskat
Parc 800 Woodward Ave., Detroit; 313-922-7272; parcdetroit.com Enjoy a front-row view of the festivities in Detroit’s Campus Martius Park, which features an ice skating rink, a giant Christmas tree, a massive Menorah, and Kwanzaa kinara, which will be up from Dec. 26-Jan. 1. Credit: Instagram, @parcdetroit
Honest John’s 488 Selden St., Detroit; 313-832-5646; honestjohnsdetroit.com This long-standing Cass Corridor favorite is all lit up for the holidays. Spread the cheer by gifting your favorite bartender or kitchen staff a drink by stuffing their stockings hung behind the bar. Credit: Instagram, @honestjohnsdetroit
Mutiny Bar 4654 Vernor Hwy., Detroit; mutinybar.com This Southwest Detroit tiki bar is decked out in festive lights all year long, but in the dark Michigan winter it feels even more warm and inviting — like a tropical getaway. Credit: Instagram, @mutinybar
The Iron Gate 3019 Biddle Ave., Wyandotte; 734-407-7043; irongatebarwyandotte.com Aside from festive holiday decorations, this downriver bar has a holiday-themed menu with items named after Christmas movie references, like the “Red Ryder BB Gun” and “Mele Kalikimaka.” Credit: Joe Maroon
Blake’s Orchard & Cider Mill 17985 Armada Center Rd., Armada; 586-784-5343; blakefarms.com This popular apple orchard is in the holiday spirit. Aside from offering U-cut and pre-cut Christmas trees, you can also visit Santa, enjoy holiday-themed craft cocktails at Blake’s Tasting Room, or purchase farm gift boxes in the general store. Credit: Instagram, @blakefarms
HollyDazzle 12600 Dixie Hwy., Holly; michrenfest.com A holiday pop-up at the Renaissance Festival Village site includes outdoor trails featuring dazzling lights, caroling, warm boozy drinks and, of course, turkey legs. Credit: Courtesy photo
Sylvan Table Holiday Pop-up Bar 1819 Inverness St., Sylvan Lake This restaurant just opened a new pop-up bar with a holiday-themed cocktail and food menu, plus showings of holiday movies and music. Credit: Courtesy photo
Detroit Shipping Company 474 Peterboro St., Detroit; 313-462-4973; detroitshippingcompany.com Detroit’s favorite food hall constructed from shipping containers has launched a cozy Winter Lodge on its second floor with a special holiday cocktail menu including “Jingle Juice” and “Christmas Cookie” shots. Credit: Instagram, @detroit_shipping
Downtown Rochester Main Street, Rochester Each year since 2006, downtown Rochester’s Big Bright Light Show decks storefronts in color. This year features more than 1.2 million lights. Credit: Instagram, @downtownrochester

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