10 Spooky Nashville Pop-Up Bars to Visit Before They’re Gone
Spooky, scary sips have arrived in Nashville! Visit these 10 seasonal pop-up experiences before they’re gone. Image: Frawley Creative
Fall has officially arrived, and we’re ready to celebrate! With cooler temperatures comes a lineup of Nashville pop-up bars that transform some of our favorite watering holes into festive escapes. Creative cocktails, impressive decorations, and plenty of Halloween spirit make this roundup of local restaurants and bars a scary-good way to celebrate the season!
Hidden Bar | Impractical Magic
Neighborhood: Downtown
When: Through October 31
More Info: noelle-nashville.com
Noelle’s Hidden Bar has transformed into a Practical Magic-inspired escape. Beneath a discreet alleyway and tucked behind a storage door, the space looks eerily like the Owens family home. Inside, find plenty of candlelit decor, witch motifs, and themed cocktails that range from margaritas to whiskey sours. Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 5 p.m. to midnight, and Friday and Saturday, 5 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Barrel Proof | Black Lagoon
Neighborhood: Germantown
When: October 13 – 31
More Info: barrelproofnash.com
Black Lagoon returns to Barrel Proof for another spooky season. Created by industry veterans Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage, this creepy cocktail experience has become a highly anticipated pop-up nationwide. This year’s drink lineup includes standouts like Abyssa’s Obsession, made with pumpkin-infused Kraken Black & Gold Spiced Rum, and the Bone Temple, made with Teremana Blanco Tequila, along with non-alcoholic options. Enjoy immersive decor, cinematic lighting, eerie sounds, and collectible glassware.
Holston House | The Spookeasy
Neighborhood: Downtown
When: Through October 31
More Info: eatdrinkholston.com
This haunted hideaway is just steps from Broadway, transporting you from the neon glow of honky-tonk bars to flickering portraits, ghostly illusions, spooky sips, and cursed bites.
For an extra dose of Halloween fun, tarot card readings take place every Saturday from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m., with a special live pumpkin-carving demonstration by master carver Lundy Cupp on Saturday, October 24.
The Pool Club | The Apothecary
Neighborhood: Midtown
When: Through October 29
More Info: virginhotels.com
An autumn-inspired pop-up has arrived at The Pool Club at Virgin Hotels Nashville, transforming the rooftop into a mystical, elixir-inspired escape. Stop by Fridays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. for complimentary tarot readings, then sip themed drinks like The Two of Cups, Penicillin, and other aptly named concoctions. Hungry? Spellbound Rooftop Brunch is served Saturdays and Sundays, making this a festive fall stop for drinks, bites, and a little fortune-telling.
TailGate Brewery East Nashville | Moonlight & Mischief
Neighborhood: East Nashville
When: Through November 1
More Info: tailgatebeer.com
TailGate’s East Nashville taproom has transformed into a wizard’s hideaway, complete with cobblestone walls, stained glass, flickering lanterns, and plenty of magic. Sip an enchanting bourbon-based cocktail like the Lantern in the Woods, or try Tangled in the Moonlight for a fun twist on an espresso martini. Patrons of all ages can snack on Moonbread — garlic bread with a touch of whimsy — while surrounded by glowing clouds, mushrooms, and fairies.
East Nashville Beer Works | Black Flame Beer Works
Neighborhood: East Nashville
When: Through November 1
More Info: eastnashbeerworks.com
The Sanderson Sisters have put a spell on East Nashville Beer Works. Stop by for a Hocus Pocus-inspired atmosphere, plus scary-good cocktails and bites available through November 1. Expect plenty of spooky decor and movie-themed touches throughout the space, making it a festive spot to grab a drink and get into the Halloween spirit.
Lucky Bastard Saloon | Honky Tonk Hell
Neighborhood: Downtown
When: October 1 – 31
More Info: luckybastardsaloon.com
Located on the second floor of Lucky Bastard Saloon on Broadway, Honky Tonk Hell is packed with killer photo ops, sinful cocktails, and plenty of spooky decor. The pop-up welcomes all ages until 6 p.m., then transforms into a strictly 21-and-over haunt. Head upstairs for a taste of Halloween, if you dare!
White Limozeen
Neighborhood: Midtown
When: October 1 – 31
More Info: whitelimozeen.com
The folks at White Limozeen, the Dolly Parton-themed rooftop bar at The Graduate Hotel, have teased a spooky new menu coming in October. They’ve promised a full restaurant makeover, transforming the beloved bachelorette party haven into a space unlike anything we’ve seen before. Make your reservation now to be among the first to experience Halloween, White Limozeen style!
Harriet’s Rooftop & 1 Kitchen | Hallows Faire
Neighborhood: Downtown
When: October 30 & 31
More Info: 1hotels.com
Halloween weekend brings two spooky experiences to 1 Hotel Nashville! On Friday, October 30, Harriet’s Rooftop transforms into Hallows-Faire, a Halloween costume party featuring live DJs, specialty cocktails, roaming characters, and surprise performances throughout the night. The festivities run from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m., with a costume contest offering the chance to win a VIP table for a future visit.
On Halloween night, head downstairs to 1 Kitchen for an intimate, candlelit storytelling dinner inspired by Ray Bradbury’s Something Wicked This Way Comes. The four-course experience unfolds chapter by chapter, with curated beverage pairings and an eerie carnival-inspired tale. Dinner runs from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. and costs $75 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Reservations are available here.
Amendment XVIII Cocktail Club | The Haunted Speakeasy
Neighborhood: Downtown Franklin
When: October 6 – November 1
More Info: a18club.com
The Prohibition era comes back to life in this immersive experience, with a supernatural twist, of course. Ghostly apparitions, lively portraits and mirrors, and eerie green lights set the scene, while The Dead Drink Again menu offers something for every ghoul, including non-alcoholic options. Be sure to leave room for dinner, because the kitchen is joining the haunting with a selection of Halloween bites, too. We’re already eyeing The Last Rites, an indulgent chocolate mousse dessert.
Cheers, Nashville!
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Looking to make a night of it? Be sure to check out this month’s roundup of New Nashville Restaurants!
Addy Crosby
Originally from Lakeland, FL, Addy Crosby is a Florida State University alumna (Go Noles!) who now resides in Nashville, TN. When she’s not writing for StyleBlueprint, Addy loves being outdoors and spending time with friends. She also regularly writes for the Development & Alumni Relations department at Vanderbilt University.
