Captain Santa - General Admission

Welcome to Captain Santa's Pop-Up Bar

✨ The Experience

Step into over 4,000 square feet of over-the-top holiday magic featuring twinkling lights, immersive décor, and endless festive photo ops.

Whether you’re sipping cocoa with the kids or cocktails with friends, Captain Santa's Pop-Up Bar is your one-stop holiday destination for laughter, lights, and lasting memories.

What to Expect

Located just outside downtown Barrington on the shores of the Fox River, Captain Santa's Pop-Up Bar is the newest holiday pop-up experience designed to bring people together.

• Festive menu, sweet treats, holiday music, and family photo moments surrounded by dazzling lights and whimsical scenes.

• Handcrafted cocktails, festive mocktails, and curated festive menu to enjoy. (21+ after 8 PM).
  

• Please note, General admission does not include dining reservations: For private reservations for tables of 2-8, or for private groups up to 10 in Captain Santa's Pontoon (indoors), See our RESERVATIONS.
  

Hours & Admission

Thursdays: 5PM - 11PM

Fridays: 5PM - 12AM

Saturdays: 11AM - 12AM

Sundays: 11AM - 11PM

After 8 PM, Captain Santa is 21+ only.

*Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Years Day!

General Admission: $10
Includes a welcome drink at the door for guests over 21 and a welcome treat for those under 21! To order off of our Captain Santa food menu we highly encourage you book a reservation for a table or our Captain Santa Pontoon Lounge!

Reserved Experiences

Gather your merry crew and reserve a table for groups of 2-8, or step aboard Captain Santa's Pontoon (Inside our Pop-Up Bar!) for groups up to 10. Visit our RESERVATIONS here to reserve a spot for your group. See Private & Corporate Events for larger groups, over 12!

Private & Corporate Events

Looking to host a holiday party or corporate celebration?
Book Captain Santa's Pop-Up Bar for a private event and give your guests a night they’ll never forget — complete with exclusive space, curated menus, and festive ambiance. CONTACT us for private reservations and corporate events.

📍 Location

Pier 91
99 Kazimour Drive
Port Barrington, IL

Contact & Inquiries

For press or event inquiries:
📧 info@captainsantaspopupbar.com

Refund Policy

Cancellations before 1 week of your ticket time can be refunded for the full amount. Anything within 1 week of your scheduled time can only be rescheduled. This includes table reservations and Captain Santa’s Pontoon.

Grab your crew, wear your Christmas sweaters or your holiday best, and come raise a glass (or a cookie) at Captain Santa's POP-UP BAR - where every night feels as magical as Christmas Eve.