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WESTSIDE MOTOR LOUNGE IS NOW ATL, YULE!, NOVEMBER 25 – DECEMBER 31

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/20/23

Atlanta’s Only Indoor / Outdoor Immersive Holiday Pop-Up Experience Will Feature Special DJ Performances, Holiday Cocktail Menu, Disco Santa, Karaoke, Silent Discos, Holiday Market, Fire Pits and S’mores, Car Show, and More

Westside Motor Lounge’s West Bar Available for Private Parties


 Get ready to put some head nod in your egg nog as the Westside Motor Lounge, ATL’s newest indoor/outdoor food, beverage, and entertainment experience, transforms into a winter wonderland with its immersive holiday pop-up experience- ATL, Yule! Starting Thanksgiving weekend, November 25th through New Year’s Eve, Saturday, December 31st, guests will feel like they’ve entered the North Pole South with plentiful fire pits with blankets and hand warmers to gather around, a holiday cocktail menu featuring drinks such as Frostines Dream, Grandma’s Christmas Clutch, Gumdrop Buttons, the Clausmopolitan, Big Nick Energy, and Squashed Elf, special DJ performances, holiday-themed karaoke, silent discos, a holiday market series featuring everything from plants to vinyl (umm…drink and take care of your shopping list- YES, PLEASE), pictures with Disco Santa, a car show, and more.  

“Enough of the cookies and milk nonsense. This is a time to throw down around the fire pit and get weird,” says Kris Kringle, Head of Sugar Plum Fairy Union 1225. “I could not be happier with the job my elves have been doing over the last several months and will be making a stop for pictures and a cocktail or two.”

The holidays can be stressful as it is, so ATL, Yule! has taken the liberty of planning some Holiday Hijinx for you to enjoy with the family or to escape from them. Featured events will include:

-Kick the week off with some pitch-perfect Holiday Karaoke each Wednesday in partnership with Ilegal Mezcal.

-Shake your holiday booty on ATL, Yule’s DJ Thursdays featuring some of Atlanta’s best plate spinners inside the main bar and out on the expansive courtyard.

-Sunday Funday with Bacardi, cranking the silent disco, mixing up hot toddies, DJs, and more.

-12/02: SEC Championship Brunch + Tailgate. When you’re located down the street from Mercedes-Benz Stadium, you kick it up a notch with live music, DJs, a brass band, and a second line to the stadium—presented by Creature Comforts, the official beer of UGA Athletics. 

-12/09: Wahine’s Hideaway is throwing a Holiday Luau during the day, pairing up disco with some special tasty treats.

-12/09: Captains of Revelry will bring their high energy experience to help kick things up a notch.

-12/16: Reindeer, Rims, and Rides- an ATL, Yule! car show benefiting Toys for Tots. Bring a toy and pose for a picture next to a vehicle that will not be in your driveway with a big bow on Christmas morning.

-12/30:  Shakedown Street Rock N Roll Vendor Market. Pop in for some kickin’ wares before the Widespread Panic NYE concert run.

“There will not be a place in town like this, and we are excited to showcase the uniqueness of Westside Motor Lounge throughout the holidays and long into the new year,” says Kelly Campbell, Head Elf and co-owner of Westside Motor Lounge. “From the stage in our expansive outdoor courtyard to the eclectic indoor settings and beer garden, our guests are in for a treat.”

Westside Motor Lounge’s West bar is available for private party bookings. The space, which can accommodate parties of 30 to 60, provides an exclusive feel while still being a part of the overall festivities. Carrying a funky cocktail bar vibe comes with a dedicated bartender, tunes, and TVs, with both indoor and outdoor space. Parties interested in booking this free space (reasonable minimums required) can email events@westsidemotorlounge.com for details. Larger parties can be accommodated upon request.

These not-so-silent nights, and every night of ATL, Yule!, will be happening Wednesday through Sunday, November 25 to December 31, from 5 p.m. to close. More nights will soon be announced on the Westside Motor Lounge site and their Instagram @Westside_Motor_Lounge. Westside Motor Lounge is located 725 Echo St NW, Atlanta, GA 30318.  

VIRTUE ROOFTOP HOLIDAY BAR RETURNS WITH LOADS OF MERRIMENT AND FUN

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/5/23

Midtown Hotspot Gets in the Holiday Spirit with Festive Cocktails, Décor and Music

November 17 – December 29

Those looking for holiday cheer can head to Virtue, the bar and lounge atop 5Church Midtown, for the return of its festive Rooftop Holiday Bar. Starting Nov. 17 and continuing through Dec. 29, the popular rooftop destination is transforming its space into a holly jolly wonderland.

In addition to festive décor, twinkly lights, and unobstructed views of Midtown, guests will enjoy a menu of holiday-inspired foods such as the s’mores board—a shareable and interactive dessert spread that includes house-made graham crackers, house-made marshmallows, pumpkin cheesecake bites, caramel popcorn, hot chocolate bomb cookie, and a rich hot fudge for your dipping pleasure.

A few standout selections from then holiday-inspired cocktail menu are:

  • Candy Cane Lane: Ketel One vodka, Baileys, créme de menthe, and Rich demerara
  • Gingerbread Old Fashion: Bulleit bourbon, gingerbread spice, and Angostura bitters
  • Christmas Mule: Tito’s vodka, lime juice, cranberry, rosemary, and ginger beer
  • Christmas Mimosa: Pama Pomegranate liqueur, cranberry, and Champagne
  • Santa’s Espresso Martini: Kettle One vodka, Bailey’s strawberry, Kahlúa Mocha, mint, and espresso

The Rooftop Holiday Bar will be open seven days a week starting at 5 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis for those 21 years old and over with no cover charge. On Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve, the bar will be open for drinks only.

Feature photo by Brandon Amato

UNWRAP THE MAGIC OF THE HOLIDAY SEASON AT AMORE E AMORE 

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/5/23

Experience a Winter Wonderland Featuring Festive Decor, Themed Cocktails, a Special Menu, and Visits With Santa and Mrs. Claus

Reservations Now Available for Dinner With Santa & Mrs. Claus

November 28, 29 and 30; December 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, and 23, 2023.  4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. 


Unwrap the magic of the holiday season at Amore e Amore in the heart of Inman Park beginning Tuesday, November 28 through Christmas Eve, Sunday, December 24, 2023. Mama Gale and Professor Giovanni will once again transform their Italian ristorante into a whimsical winter wonderland, adorning every corner with festive decorations and seasonal delights, making every visit merry and bright. Along with a special prix fixe menu, themed cocktails, and the full a la carte dinner menu, guests will have the opportunity to meet Santa and Mrs. Claus as they spread holiday cheer to guests of all ages on November 28, 29, and 30; and December 12, 13, 14, 16, 17, 20, and 23, 2023, between 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Young revelers are invited to write and mail a letter to Santa while enjoying Amore e Amore’s kid-friendly menu of pizza bites, meatballs, and child-sized portions of fan favorite entrees including fettuccine alfredo, cheese ravioli, spaghetti and meatballs for $20. Amore e Amore is open Tuesday through Sunday beginning at 5 p.m. Kids ages 12 and under are welcome to dine from open until 7:30 p.m. For more information or to make a reservation, visit  www.amoreeamore.com  or call 404-600-2176. 

TINSEL TAVERN IS BACK AT LIVE! AT THE BATTERY THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/5/23

LIVE! AT THE BATTERY’S ANNUAL HOLIDAY POP-UP, TINSEL TAVERN, RETURNS ON THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30

Festive, Whimsical Bar will Feature an Explosion of Tinsel & Twinkling Lights, Holiday Cocktails & Small Bites, Photo Moments & Themed Nights

Plus, Entertainment Destination to Host a New Year’s Eve Hollywood Nights-themed Celebration

Live! at The Battery – the entertainment destination located in the heart of The Battery Atlanta – announces the return of its second annual holiday pop-up bar Tinsel Tavern! Guests are invited to step into the magical fun throughout the merriest time of year and experience an explosion of tinsel and twinkling lights, holiday-inspired cocktails and small bites, and photo moments. The whimsical experience will be open daily Thursday, November 30 through Saturday, December 23. Hours will be 4pm-midnight Sunday through Thursday and 4pm until close on Friday and Saturday (excluding select days for private events).

Throughout the season, Tinsel Tavern will host festive, themed nights including a Holiday Karaoke Party on December 2 from 8pm–midnight (free), an Ugly Sweater Party on December 16 from 9pm–1am ($5 per person) and a Dancing Elves Silent Disco on December 23 from 9pm–1am ($5 per headset). Thursday through Saturday at 8pm, the staff will lead a flash sing-along to a favorite holiday song, and every Thursday, guests can join holiday line dancing at PBR Atlanta. People will be able to make reservations here beginning November 9 or can walk in for drinks and socializing. Those interested in hosting a private event at Tinsel Tavern can email events@liveatthebatteryatlanta.com.

Sweet and savory holiday bites from Executive Chef Brian Cosio include:

  • Pigs in a Blanket with honey mustard
  • Cocktail Meatballs with beef, Italian sausage & creamy herb cream sauce
  • Roasted Turkey Poutine with fries, sage gravy & mozzarella
  • Buffalo Chicken Dip with tortilla chips, crudité & blue cheese
  • Braised Pork Sliders with brussels sprout slaw, dinner roll & apple butter
  • Snickerdoodle Sandwich with cream cheese, salted caramel & Grand Marnier 
  • Maple Bacon Churros

In the spirit of the season, Tinsel Tavern is also partnering with the National Fighting Championship (NFC) to host a Toys 4 Tots toy drive on December 8. Donations can be dropped off at Sports and Social starting at 6pm.

To ring in 2023, the entertainment hub is rolling out the red carpet and flashing lights with a Hollywood Nights-themed New Year’s Eve celebration. Guests can be the star of the party with exclusive access to all the venues. Ticket packages include entertainment with live music, unforgettable photo-op moments and a midnight champagne toast featuring the Times Square Ball Drop on Sport & Social’s 32-foot LED screen! Tickets are now available here. 

IT’S BEGINNING TO LOOK A LOT LIKE CHRISTMAS, MIRACLE HOLIDAY POP-UPS RETURN – EXTENDED!

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/20/21

You Snow the Drill – Atlanta’s Favorite Pop-Up Bars are Back for a Sixth Season of Holiday Fun

UPDATE: Extended!

Sippin’ Santa – Bon Ton

Now thru January 9

5-10pm Mon-Thurs + 12-10pm Fri-Sunday.

Vaccination or negative covid test required.

Reservations available inside with walk-ins welcome on the patio.

Miracle at the Rainbow Room in Wonderkid  (Had been used as a private event space for larger Miracle parties.)

Limited dinner seating with reservations

January 2-9, 2022

Time to get in the Christmas spirits! Atlanta, your presence is requested as Miracle unwraps its sixth season in the city. Miracle on Monroe returns to the Midtown Promenade restaurant Tapa Tapa and Bon Ton will once again get into Mele Kalikimaka spirit as it hosts Sippin’ Santa, a Christmas-themed tiki takeover. Opening Nov. 26, both locations will offer special holiday cocktails, a fun festive staff, and enough cheer for everyone! To ensure a safe and fun experience for all guests, proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test is required upon entry at Miracle on Monroe and Sippin’ Santa.

Treat yo’elf at both pop-up locations with Christmas-themed cocktails to fit each location’s theme! From the Snowball Old-Fashioned to the Naughty and Nice shots, the long list of drinks will put a smile on any resting Grinch face. In addition to the drinks, each location is decked out in holiday spirit. From the staff’s attire to the decorations, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped into the North Pole itself. If you want additional holiday cheer, say snow more – everyone’s favorite Christmas tunes will keep you bopping, and sippin’, until the reindeer come home.

“The past five years have taught us one thing: Atlanta LOVES Christmas,” said Eric Simpkins, founder of Big Citizen. “On that note, we’re incredibly excited to bring back the city’s best holiday bar pop-ups for the sixth year in a row – we hope everyone can come out and celebrate the season with us.”

Miracle on Monroe, like years prior, will set up shop at Midtown’s Tapa Tapa and is the classic stop for a jolly good time. The original Atlanta Miracle will run until Dec. 26 (closed on Christmas Day) – open Wednesday through Saturday from 5:00 p.m. until midnight. Miracle on Monroe does not take reservations and seats guests on a first come, first serve basis. Guests must be 21+ and able to provide proof of full vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test upon entry. Miracle on Monroe will be providing live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights ranging from Live DJs to holiday drag shows – cover fees will be charged on these nights.

Bon Ton’s Sippin’ Santa, the all-ages tiki twin to Miracle, returns to Bon Ton in Midtown. The Christmas-meets-paradise drink menu is the perfect opportunity to indulge for those who prefer their holiday on the beach. Reservations can be made through Bon Ton. Sippin’ Santa will run through Dec. 30 (closed on Christmas Day) but will be back for an epic New Year’s Eve party on Dec. 31 featuring drinks from Sippin’ Santa and Bon Ton’s regular menu. Guests must be able to provide proof of full vaccination, or a negative COVID-19 test upon entry. Bon Ton will keep its regular lunch and dinner hours; Sippin’ Santa will start at noon Friday-Sunday and Bon Ton will stay open until 1:00 a.m. Friday and Saturday nights. Bon Ton’s regular drink menu will not be offered during Sippin’ Santa.

Beverage and cocktail menus will be different for each location. Bon Ton will be serving its full menu, while Miracle on Monroe will serve snacks such as its signature Miracle Chex mix and cookie plates. Food menus will be customized per location. For more details on how to get into the holiday spirit at this festive joint, head to www.miraclebaratl.com.

There is a two-hour limit for tables at both locations, and due to all the Christmas cheer required to keep Miracle on Monroe and Sippin’ Santa in tip-top shape, a 20% service charge will be added to each check. Due to space limitations at both locations, parties larger than eight cannot be seated during regular business hours. For the first time, Miracle is now offering a private room at a separate location for up to 25 guests. To book your party contact miraclebaratlanta@gmail.com.

Locations include Miracle on Monroe – Tapa Tapa in the Midtown Promenade, 931 Monroe Dr. NE, Suite C-106, Atlanta, GA 30308 and Sippin’ Santa – Bon Ton, 674 Myrtle St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30318. Please send party inquiries to miraclebaratlanta@gmail.com. For updates on Miracle visit Facebook or www.miraclebaratl.com.

ATLANTA FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS 2020

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/18/20

Atlantic Station, Pinnacle Event Space

December 1, 2020 – January 18, 2021; 6pm-11pm
(Closed Dec 31st & Jan 1st)

The 1st annual Atlanta Festival of Lights is a great way to celebrate the season with friends and family while staying safe in the comfort of your car! Atlanta Beer Festivals, Atlanta Wine Festivals and Atlantic Station have partnered to bring this event to life for the holidays.

You don’t want to miss the beautiful display of hundreds of thousands of lights displayed over six acres of land. It will be held for seven weeks starting on Tuesday, December 1st and running through Monday, January 18th. The hours are from 6pm through 11pm nightly with the exception of New Years Eve and New Years Day when it will be closed. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are designated for 30 min time slots so be sure to buy your tickets early to choose your desired time slot! This is a COVID-safe event where you aren’t permitted to get out of your car and tickets can be scanned through your car window. This is a great way to ring in the holiday season! More details on the website:  www.atlantafestivaloflights.com

Sunday – Thursday: $25/ vehicle
Friday and Saturday: $35/ vehicle
Tickets go on sale Wednesday, November 18th at 10am.

FOX THEATRE’S MARQUEE CLUB IS NEW MIRACLE ATLANTA BAR LOCATION FOR 2020

Posted by Liz and John Attaway, 11/15/20

Iconic Christmas-Themed Pop-Up Partners for Time Ticketed Experience +
First Public Event at Venue Since March
Tickets on Sale THIS Friday, October 23, 2020 at 10 a.m.

Get excited Atlanta – there is another Miracle location and its right in the heart of the city. Miracle at the Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club presented by Lexus arrives just after Miracle Atlanta recently announced its return for the 2020 holiday season. Apparently, we have all been very good this year! The exciting addition complements the other locations (Miracle at Wonderkid + Miracle on Highland) and two Sippin’ Santa sites (Sippin’ Santa at Bon Ton + Sippin’ Santa at Golden Eagle). The Miracle team, working with the Fox Theatre, is excited to safely offer this one-of-a-kind experience despite COVID-19 (the real grinch of 2020).

“Talk about a Christmas miracle,” said Eric Simpkins, co-founder of Big Citizen along with partner Darren Carr who head up Miracle Atlanta. “The Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club is a dream venue and the perfect location for Miracle to expand with a new type of experience, especially in today’s health climate. This ticketed offering allows us to social distance, limit capacity, create unique holiday moments paired with all the signature Christmas cocktails and cheer while prioritizing the safety of everyone. We’re beyond excited to offer this to Atlanta.”

Staying in true Miracle fashion, Miracle at the Fox Theatre’s Marquee Club presented by Lexus will transport guests right into the center of Christmas. Safe, Santa-approved festivities will take place every Thursday-Sunday night beginning Nov. 20 and running through Jan.1, 2021. For $50 per person, patrons can reserve their own socially-distanced table (for up to 8 guests) and 90-minute experience that includes more holiday décor and Miracle kitsch that one can wrap their head around, multiple photo opportunities (think rooftop selfie station holiday style), live entertainment components (maybe even a Santa sighting), complimentary Christmas snack-mix and cookies at each table, and a signature Miracle Santa cocktail mug. Miracle’s famous, holiday-themed cocktail and food menu will also be available for purchase along with fun, Christmas-themed merchandise in multiple retail nooks. It is a perfect way to get all the perks of a regular Miracle experience kicked up a notch. Think multi-level fun house meets North Pole.