By Lenah Helmke | Photography by Yesi Ramos
Looking for the best holiday cocktail menus, festivities and culinary events? Check out these spirited Madison pop-ups this holiday season.
Merchant’s Christmas Nightmare
Inspired by Tim Burton’s “The Nightmare Before Christmas,” Merchant’s holiday pop-up event features carefully crafted cocktails alongside themed music and trivia events. Rotating DJs will spin every Friday and Saturday night, and there’s a special jazz night on Dec. 11. Don’t miss this moody and enchanting experience.
Dane County Farmers’ Market Holiday Farmers’ Market
Impart some local flavors into your holiday dishes with foods and ingredients from more than 60 local producers. This indoor market takes place on Dec. 6, 13 and 20 at Monona Terrace.
dcfm.org/markets/holiday-market
Madison Eats Holiday Cocktail and Food Tour
On Dec. 4, 11 and 18, this holiday food and drink tour features three downtown restaurants, a stop and talk at the capitol building’s holiday tree, a flow of cocktails (or mocktails) and a sweet treat ending.
madisoneatsfoodtours.com/holiday-happy-hour-tour
Seven Acre Dairy Company
Seven Acre Dairy Company has an abundance of holiday events, including Chocolate Lover’s Night on Dec. 10, Santa brunches (Dec. 7, 20-24), St. Nick’s Rockin’ Pizza Parties (Dec. 8, 9, 15, 21-23) and Christmas Eve at the Creamery on Dec. 24 and more.
sevenacredairyco.com/holiday-2025
Tinseltown Bar Middleton
Don’t miss Middleton’s first pop-up Christmas bar. With over-the-top holiday decorations, cocktails and appetizers, Tinseltown is here to ring in the holiday cheer.
Lucille’s Miracle on King Street
Jump into Lucille’s holiday wonderland. Cocktails including the Christmapolitan, Candy Cane Lane and Dancing Sugarplums are calling your name. Plus, check out their holiday cocktail class on Dec. 10.
New Year’s Eve Around the World at The Deliciouser
Celebrate the New Year with a tasty trip around the world on Dec. 31. Inspired by global traditions, enjoy a seven-course meal that will light up your palate.
thedeliciouser.com/upcoming-events/new-years-eve-around-the-world
