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A rooftop decorated in holiday ornaments overlooking the chicago river
Photograph: Courtesy of Amy Ulivieri/LondonHouse Chicago

The best Christmas pop-up bars in Chicago

Chicago's top holiday pop-ups include lodge-style hangouts, an Elf-themed bar and Christmas extravaganzas.

Emma Krupp
Jeffy Mai
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Emma Krupp
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Jeffy Mai
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‘Tis the season to be jolly and there’s no better way to do that than by visiting a festive pop-up. Restaurants and bars across the city are getting in the holiday spirit and transforming their spaces into winter wonderlands that feature themed events, cheery ornaments and other over-the-top spectacles. You’ll find boozy concoctions—from eggnog espresso martinis to mulled wine—as well as plenty of photo ops. Some of the following spots are also among the city’s best bars. So get ready to have a merry Christmas with gorgeous light displays and the best holiday pop-up bars in Chicago.

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