Eight places for a festive night out in Indianapolis
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There's exactly one week until Christmas, which means it's time to start cramming in all your holiday experiences before the Grinch (time) steals them all away.
The big picture: From jolly bars to cozy outdoor experiences, here are eight ways to have a festive night out this season.
🌰 Miracle on 82nd Street, a holiday pop-up at Harry & Izzy's
- Enjoy themed cocktails like "Gingerbread Wishes" and "Jingle Juice" in a festive setting designed to bring a classic New York City Christmas to the Circle City.
- 4050 E. 82nd St. Open from 4pm to close Thursday through Sunday, until Dec. 22.
- No reservations; first-come, first-served.
🦌 Reindeer Alley, a holiday pop-up at Hotel Carmichael
- Celebrate the season at Prancer's Parlour, a holiday hideaway with seasonal cocktails, gourmet bites and festive décor.
- 1 Carmichael Square, Carmel. Open 7pm-midnight Wednesday and Thursday and 7pm-1am Friday and Saturday, through Jan 4.
- Reservation required.
🎅🏻 Sippin' Santa, a tiki Christmas pop-up at Almost Famous
- The tapas restaurant is serving up a tiki-themed cocktail menu in a similarly festive space.
- 721 Mass Ave. Restaurant open 8am-4pm Tuesday, 8am-1am Wednesday and Thursday, 8am-2am Friday and Saturday and 8am-5pm Sunday.
🧉 Yuletide Tiki Tavern, a holiday pop-up at Gather 22
- Gather 22 has transformed its patio space into a tropical oasis filled with island-inspired cocktails and holiday flavors.
- 22 E. 22nd St. Open 11am-10pm Tuesday-Thursday, 9am-10pm Friday and Saturday and 9am-9pm Sunday.
- Reservations recommended.
🍭 The Nutcracker Suite, a holiday pop-up at The HC Tavern + Kitchen
- Enjoy themed cocktails like "Sugar Plum Spritz" and "Mouse King's Revenge" in a festive setting designed to bring Clara's magical journey through the Land of Sweets to life.
- 9709 E. 116th St., Fishers. Open from 4pm to close Saturday through Monday, until Dec. 23.
- No reservations; first-come, first-served.
🧊 Igloos at Urban Vines
- The area's original igloo experience is back with heated domes, festive themes and the perfect photo opp.
- 303 E. 161st St., Westfield. Open noon-9pm Monday-Thursday, noon-10pm Friday, 10am-10pm Saturday and 10am-9pm Sunday.
- Reservations required and available through March. Two-hour rentals start at $50. Food and beverage minimum varies by day. Igloos seat up to 10.
🎄 Greenhouses at Daniel's Vineyard
- Move over igloos. At Daniel's, you can sip on wine and munch on apps inside a festively decorated greenhouse.
- 9061 N. 700 W., McCordsville. Open noon-8pm Wednesday and Thursday, noon-10pm Friday and Saturday and noon-6pm Sunday.
- Reservations required and available through April. Two-hour rentals start at $65. Greenhouses seat up to eight.
🛖 Yurts at Spencer Farm Winery
- Weatherproof yurts are equipped with electric fireplaces, cushions and string lights for the ultimate cozy vibes.
- 7015 E. 161st St., Noblesville. Open 3-9pm Wednesday and Thursday, 3-10pm Friday, noon-10pm Saturday and 1-6pm Sunday.
- Reservations required and available through March. Two-hour rentals start at $20, with a $50 food and beverage minimum. Yurts seat up to six.