Mariah Carey's Holiday Bar Is Doubling to 8 Cities — Including Its First-Ever London Stop

Mariah Carey's Holiday Bar opens November 19 in eight cities at once — Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York and San Diego — doubling last year's footprint and adding its first-ever international location in London. The viral pop-up, presented by Bucket Listers, is back for a third year, and the announcement on October 20 sent holiday fans straight to the waitlists.

What happened

Mariah Carey is officially defrosting. Mariah Carey's Holiday Bar, the immersive cocktail pop-up created with experiential platform Bucket Listers, will return on November 19 with what PEOPLE calls its "biggest, most Mariah-fied season yet." Last year the bars landed in just four cities — New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Miami. This year there are eight, and for the first time one of them is outside the United States.

"The holidays are my favorite time of year, and I love finding new ways to share the magic with my fans," Carey said in the announcement. "This year, we're making my holiday bars even more fabulous and bringing the celebration to more cities than ever before! Think festive cocktails, wall-to-wall sparkle, and plenty of surprises. I can't wait for everyone to celebrate with us!"

Every city and venue

Here is the full list: Atlanta at Pullman Yards, Boston at Tuscan Kitchen, Chicago at Experience 868, Houston at Spindletop, London at The O2, Los Angeles at The Valorian, New York at Moxy Chelsea, and San Diego at The Beau Hotel. All eight open on November 19.

The London stop is the headline addition. It arrives just before Carey brings her Christmastime Tour to the U.K., with shows in Birmingham, London and Manchester beginning November 27, according to USA Today — so British fans can, in theory, do the pop-up and the arena show in the same festive week.

Why it's blowing up

This pop-up has form. Parade notes that previous runs "took social media by storm" and sold out, and Bucket Listers founder and CEO Andy Lederman called it "a beloved holiday tradition" that is now "going international and doubling our amount of cities." The format is built for feeds: wall-to-wall Mariah-inspired décor, photo moments pulled from her most iconic videos, and interactive touches from past years like twice-hourly plays of "All I Want for Christmas Is You" and a "Letters to Mariah Carey" station.

The drinks help, too. The menu is built around Carey's Black Irish cream liqueur, in classic, salted caramel and white chocolate flavors. Named cocktails this year include the Make My Wish Come True, the MC Toasted Tini and the Imperfect Angel, though USA Today notes the exact menu will vary by location.

How it started

The bar began in 2024 as Mariah Carey's Black Irish Holiday Bar, launched with Virgin Hotels in Chicago, Dallas, New York City, Nashville and New Orleans to mark the 30th anniversary of "All I Want for Christmas Is You," the 1994 hit that returns to the top of the charts every December. Two years on, the novelty has become a franchise — and this year's eight-city, two-country launch is its biggest step yet.

What's next

Tickets are handled exclusively through Bucket Listers, and city-specific waitlists are open now for early notification before general booking. Exact 2026 pricing has not been announced yet. For reference, USA Today reports that in 2025 tickets cost roughly $20 to $25 across locations, including a welcome cocktail, for a 90-minute time slot. Given that previous years sold out, the waitlist is the move if your city is on the list.

The takeaway is simple: the Queen of Christmas is no longer just a song you hear in every store from November onward. She is now a place you can book — in eight cities, on two continents, starting November 19.

Sources

PEOPLE — Mariah Carey's Holiday-Themed Pop-Up Bars Are Expanding to 8 Cities
USA Today — Mariah Carey-themed holiday bars will pop up in these 8 cities
Parade — Mariah Carey's Viral Holiday Pop-Up Bar Is Expanding to 8 Cities
Attitude — Mariah Carey Holiday Bar launching at London's O2

FAQ

When does Mariah Carey's Holiday Bar open in 2026?

All eight locations open on November 19, 2026. The pop-up is presented by Bucket Listers and runs through the holiday season.

Which cities are getting Mariah Carey's Holiday Bar?

Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, London, Los Angeles, New York and San Diego. London, at The O2, is the first international location.

How do I get tickets?

Tickets are sold exclusively through Bucket Listers. City waitlists are open now, and exact 2026 pricing is still to be announced — in 2025 tickets were roughly $20 to $25 including a welcome cocktail.

What drinks are served?

The menu features Carey's Black Irish cream liqueur in classic, salted caramel and white chocolate flavors, including cocktails named Make My Wish Come True, MC Toasted Tini and Imperfect Angel. Menus vary by location.