Pop-Up Bar Inspired By Christmas Classic Opens Thursday In Downtown Royal Oak

ROYAL OAK, MI — A pop-up bar with Christmas-themed cocktails inspired by a true Christmas classic opens Thursday in downtown Royal Oak for the holiday season.

Hideaway Bar, located beneath Bandit Tavern at 419 S. Main St., is hosting a ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ pop-up Thursday at 5 p.m. Movie-themed attire is encouraged, but not required. There are no cats, dogs or squirrels allowed.

The exclusive cocktail list includes Cousin Eddie’s Eggnog with the option to purchase a Wally World moose mug, Ellen’s Mistletoe, Hallelujah!, Aunt Bethany’s Jello Shot and Little Full, Lotta Sap, as well as more.

"This pop-up is a beaut. A real beaut," Bandit Tavern & Hideaway Operating Partner and General Manager Kelly VanderEyk said. "This is a full-blown, four-alarm holiday emergency here that you don’t want to miss. Expect enough lights to take out the power grid, tons of tinsel, gaudy decor, holiday music inspired by the movie, Instagramable moments, Jelly of the Month Club giveaways each week, and more."

Griswold’s Hideaway will be open Thursday 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. There is no cover charge but guests must be 21 and older. Food is available upstairs at the Bandit Tavern.

Griswold’s Hideaway runs through Jan. 6, 2024. VIP rooms within the pop-up are available. To reserve, call 248-544-6250.

The Bandit Tavern & Hideaway opened earlier in November and is open Monday-Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 12 pm and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.