Halloween in Nashville is truly a sight to see. While there are many parties and events taking place leading up to the holiday, the Halloween pop-up bars are a must-see. Hotels and bars transform their space with festive decor, frightful installations, and themed cocktails to get in the Halloween spirit. Did we mention they are photo- and video-worthy? Here is Nashville Guru’s guide to the top Halloween pop-up bars to check out this 2025 season.
Halloween Pop-Up Bars
Hidden Bar
Get into the Halloween spirit at the Oath & Fang Pop-Up at Hidden Bar, located at Noelle Nashville. Expect a candlelit vampire lair with themed cocktails and bites, frightful decor, and an overall fun, spooky atmosphere. This experience is open daily from Friday, September 5, 2025, through November 2025 (exact end date TBA). Admission is 21 and over only.
- Neighborhood: DowntownÂ
- Days & Times:
Sunday to Thursday – 5:00pm to midnight
Friday to Saturday – 5:00pm to 1:00am
Lucky Bastard Saloon
Step into Honky Tonk Hell, a Halloween pop-up, at Lucky Bastard Saloon. This spooky destination is open from October 1-31, 2025. Get $12 specialty cocktails and fun photo ops. All ages are welcome until 6:00pm, then it’s strictly 21 and over.
On Halloween night, October 31, 2025, dress in your best costume for a chance to win a grand prize. DJ Ax will kick off the beats followed by a secret guest performance after the costume contest.
- Neighborhood: DowntownÂ
- Days & Times:
Monday and Tuesday: noon to midnight
Wednesday through Sunday: 10:00am to 3:00pm
Holston House
The Spookeasy pop-up will take place at Bar TENN at Holston House from Monday, September 15, 2025, through Saturday, November 1, 2025. Guests can expect an immersive haunted hideaway with flickering portraits, ghostly illusions, and a menu of spooky sips and cursed bites. There will be a live tarot card reader and a one-of-a-kind drink and tattoo experience featured on select dates.
- Neighborhood: DowntownÂ
- Days & Times:
Daily: 3:00pm to midnight
East Nashville Beer Works
East Nashville Beer Works is transforming into a fully immersive Stranger Things-themed pop-up called Stranger Brews from Thursday, September 25, 2025, through Sunday, November 2, 2025. Expect nostalgic decor from the show, a special cocktail menu, fun activities, and Surfer Boy Pizza.
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- Days & Times:
Monday through Thursday: 3:00pm to 10:00pm
Friday: 2:00pm to 11:00pm
Saturday: 11:00am to 11:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am to 10:00pm
Bode Nashville
Sidebar at Bode Nashville is featuring an Upside Down Bar pop-up experience in honor of Stranger Things’ 5th season debuting this November. Expect 80s nostalgia decor, spooky vibes, and cocktails from another dimension. Tickets are $16.14 (including fees, tax, guaranteed entry, and a welcome shot).Â
- Neighborhood: SoBro
- Days & Times:
Thursday through Sunday – 5:00pm to 11:00pm
Play Playground’s Rooftop Pumpkin Patch
Enjoy all things fall at Play Playground’s Rooftop Pumpkin Patch, now open through the fall season (official opening date was Wednesday, October 1, 2025). This immersive autumn experience, presented by Nelson’s Green Brier, features a fully transformed rooftop with pumpkins, fall decor, limited-time cocktails and mocktails, and photo-worthy moments.
- Neighborhood: DowntownÂ
- Days & Times:
Monday and Tuesday: 4:00pm to midnight
Wednesday and Thursday: noon to midnight
Friday and Saturday: noon to 1:00am
Sunday: noon to midnight
Hulaween at Chopper
Hulaween at Chopper is back for another year! This festive pop-up will run throughout October 2025. Guests can expect a special Hulaween cocktail menu, themed tiki drinks served in spooky mugs, and frightful decor. Walk-ins are welcome, but reservations are encouraged during the pop-up. Admission is 21 and over only.
- Neighborhood: East Nashville
- Days & Times:
Tuesday through Thursday: 4:00pm to 11:00pm
Friday: 4:00pm to 1:00am
Saturday: noon to 1:00am
Sunday: noon to 11:00pm
End of Days Pop-Up at Whiskey River Saloon
Whiskey River Saloon welcomes guests to The End of Days Pop-Up, kicking off Wednesday, October 1, 2025, and running throughout the month. Experience immersive decor and an Infinity Sips cocktail menu crafted to celebrate the spirit of the pop-up.
- Neighborhood: DowntownÂ
- Days & Times:
Monday through Wednesday: noon to midnight
Thursday: 11:00am to 3:00am
Friday and Saturday: 10:00am to 3:00am
Sunday: 11:00am to 3:00am
Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Barrel Proof
The Black Lagoon Pop-Up at Barrel Proof will be open daily throughout October 2025. This Halloween-themed touring bar experience will take place in multiple North American cities this spooky season. Attendees can expect festive drinks, ghoulish decor, and a spine-tingling good time.
- Neighborhood: Germantown
- Days & Times:
Monday through Thursday: 4:00pm to 1:00am
Friday through Sunday: midnight to 1:00am
Fall Too Well Pop-Up
If you’re a Taylor Swift fan, then this pop-up is for you! From Friday, October 3, 2025, through Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Swifties can check out the Fall Too Well Pop-Up at The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels Nashville. Expect themed cocktails and bites, brunch every Sunday, cozy fall decor, and more.
- Neighborhood: Midtown
- Days & Times:
Sunday through Thursday – 11:00am to 11:00pm
Friday and Saturday – 11:00am to 1:00am
A Wizards’ Order Halloween Pop-Up
TailGate Brewery in East Nashville is featuring A Wizards’ Order Halloween Pop-Up from Friday, October 3, 2025, through Saturday, November 1, 2025. This festive experience will feature photo-worthy decor and fun food and drink specials. Some menu highlights include the Vampire Slayer pizza and the Enemies of the Heir, Beware cocktail. Admission is free.
- Neighborhood:Â East Nashville
- Days & Times:
Sunday through Thursday: 11:00am to 9:00pm
Friday and Saturday: 11:00am to 10:00pm
Dia de los Muertos Pop-Up at Fonda
The Dia de los Muertos Pop-Up at Fonda will take place daily from Wednesday, October 8, 2025, through Sunday, November 2, 2025. This festive pop-up will celebrate Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) with vibrant decor, themed cocktails, special treats, and more. On Friday, October 31, 2025, and Saturday, November 1, 2025, guests can participate in a Halloween Costume Contest, with the winner receiving a dinner for ten people.
- Neighborhood: 12 South
- Days & Times:
Monday and Tuesday – 3:00pm to 9:00pm
Wednesday and Thursday – 11:00am to 10:00pm
Friday – 11:00am to 11:00pm
Saturday – 10:00am to 11:00pm
Sunday – 10:00am to 9:00pm
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