From haunted cocktail bars to pumpkin patches and immersive Halloween experiences, these pop-ups are bringing the best of the spooky season to Philly this fall.
Craftsman Row Saloon’s Halloween Pop-Up this year has been dubbed "The Enchanted Nightmare." Open now, the space is decked out with floor-to-ceiling Halloween décor inspired by classic horror and Halloween movies, including thousands of twinkling lights, floating witches’ hats, cobwebs, skeletons, spiders and even a massive 20-foot-plus sandworm.
112 S. 8th St., craftsmanrowsaloon.com
This time of year always gets haunted at Uptown. The massive outdoor space is once again decked out with spooky decor, plus locals can order up drinks like the Blood Bag Sangria (you can imagine what that will come served in), a smoking cauldron sipper, mixed shots (like the “Basic Witch” made with Absolut Vanilla, Bailey’s and pumpkin spice), seasonal drafts, non-alcoholic sippers and more.
1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd., uptownbeer.com
Haunt is returning to Bridget Foy’s for a second year, and bringing with it “a dark, theatrical Halloween drinking den” to South Street throughout the month of October. The immersive pop-up will blend candlelight and vintage-inspired décor with a themed bar menu full of specialty cocktails and seasonal brews.
200 South St., bridgetfoys.com
What’s the best way to enjoy a water-side pumpkin patch? With some cocktails and views of the Delaware River, of course.
Cityside Pumpkin Patch is opening back up for the season at Liberty Point. From Oct. 1 through Nov. 1, the immersive experience will house a fully operational pumpkin patch stocked with locally sourced pumpkins, plus spooky photo ops, carnival games, a ghost slingshot and a pumpkin-smashing zone. Guests can also pick up Halloween-themed treats and “potions” throughout the experience.
211 S. Christopher Columbus Blvd., libertypointphilly.com
From Oct. 1 through Halloween, Philadelphians can head to ‘Frankenstein’s Putt Putt: A Mad Scientist’s Cocktail Lab’. The immersive experience at Libertee Grounds combines spooky-themed mini golf with “a mad-scientist cocktail adventure.” Tickets start around $20 and include a themed cocktail featuring Boardroom Spirits, nine holes of indoor mini golf and access to the immersive décor and photo ops.
The experience is open daily and guests under 21 are welcome before 8 p.m. Reservations are available through Resy.
1600 W. Girard Ave., Ste C5, liberteegrounds.com
The Pumpkin Press is now open at Newsroom Philly. The six-week Halloween pop-up here is inspired by the legends of Sleepy Hollow and Edgar Allan Poe—which is definitely fitting given the venue’s proximity to the Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site in Northern Liberties.
While here, Philadelphians can sip on the Headless Horseman (a smoky mezcal-based sipper), a Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned served over pumpkin-shaped ice, the shareable rum-based Raven’s Cauldron and much more.
1102 Germantown Ave., newsroomphilly.com
This two-night 21+ experience will transform the historic Olympia warship into a 1920s-era mystery. Guests will begin with a psychological evaluation from the “doctors” of Arkham Asylum, which determines their character and role for the evening (like detective, journalist, or even an occult scholar), before receiving clues to help unravel the mystery aboard the vessel.
Over the course of the night, guests will navigate the ship to solve riddles, investigate clues and interact with more than a dozen characters. A live band and cash bar will cap off the experience, but those who opt for VIP will also receive early access, drink tickets, additional clues, a private toast with the captain and secret experiences.
Set for Oct. 10 and 11, the event encourages guests to dress in 1920s-inspired attire for the full experience. Tickets start around $70.
211 S. Columbus Blvd, bucketlisters.com
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