The holiday pop-up bar season kicks off early in Waconia this year, with Jingle Bar at Lola's Lakehouse set to open its doors Friday — about two weeks ahead of its usual schedule. Each room inside the lakeside spot gets its own festive theme, turning the venue into a multi-stop holiday experience for the season.
The early opening and room-by-room theming were detailed in a report from FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul, which also advised would-be visitors to book ahead since reservations tend to fill up quickly. Lola's Lakehouse itself sits in Waconia, Minnesota, according to City Lifestyle, which describes the Jingle Bar as serving up next-level food, holiday-themed drinks, and a festive spirit.
A Holiday Transformation
The Jingle Bar's holiday makeover gives each room its own festive theme, creating a multi-stop seasonal experience.
Part of a Statewide Pop-Up Boom
Holiday-themed bars are opening across Minnesota this season. Can Can's Winter Wonderland Cocktail Lounge returned with an Après Ski theme on November 3, while other venues are also embracing seasonal themes.
Surly Brewing Company is also joining Minnesota's holiday pop-up scene this season. Together, the lineup includes holiday pop-ups around Minnesota, including Waconia's Jingle Bar.
For now, the clearest path for locals hoping to snag a spot at Jingle Bar is simple: move quickly. With reservations already expected to go fast and the bar opening two weeks ahead of its typical start, those hoping to ring in the season at Lola's Lakehouse may want to lock in plans before the themed rooms fill up for the night.
