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Nov 19 — Dec 31, 2026 · Louisville

Sippin' Santa on Whiskey Row

One Fourteen disappears for six weeks. What's left is a tropical Christmas fever dream — wall-to-wall twinkle lights, fifteen tiki cocktails built by Beachbum Berry, and a soundtrack that refuses to apologize. Walk in. No reservations, no cover. Just don't come at nine on a Saturday and act surprised.

See the 2026 Menu Hours & Address
Preview Thu, Nov 19Soft open — first look
Opening Mon, Nov 23Full season begins
Last Call Thu, Dec 31Then it vanishes
Entry Walk-inNo reservations · 21+
The Scene

If you can't get to paradise, we'll bring it to you.

That's Donn Beach's line, and it's the whole thesis. Sippin' Santa is what happens when 1950s tiki escapism collides head-on with a Christmas that will not be reasoned with. Palm fronds in tinsel. Santa hats on every barstool. A ceiling you can't see for the gift boxes hanging off it.

01

Saturated, not decorated

There is no such thing as too much. Every corner of One Fourteen gets buried — twinkling lights strung under the bar and across the ceiling, wrapped presents suspended on fishing line, tropical flower garland, fish floats, flocked trees trimmed with seashells and leis. The rule we work to: take a selfie anywhere in the room, and if any part of the background isn't radiating Christmas, we go back and fix it.

02

Built by the Bum

The menu is Jeff "Beachbum" Berry's — the man who spent thirty years excavating lost tiki recipes. Four of the fifteen drinks are brand new for 2026, and the tenth-anniversary list brings back flashback favorites all the way to the 2016 original.

03

The mug is yours

Every drink lands in its own custom vessel — Mersanta, Pelican, Pineapple, Surfin' Santa, and the brand-new Frosted Penguin Coupe. Made only for Sippin' Santa. Buy the one you liked on your way out.

A packed One Fourteen bar during Sippin' Santa 2025, ceiling hung with lanterns and lights
One Fourteen · Dec 2025
04

Six weeks, then gone

This is a pop-up, not a concept. On January 1 the palms come down, the red paint goes back to normal, and One Fourteen returns to being One Fourteen. Which is exactly why the line forms — you cannot come back in February. Come early in the run if you want a seat; come late if you want the chaos.

Visit

Downtown. Main Street. Look for the red building.

114 W Main St
Louisville, KY 40202

Inside One Fourteen on Whiskey Row, downtown on Main Street. Two blocks from the Yum! Center, steps from the Bourbon District. Metered street parking, garages on Main and Market.

No reservations. Ever.

First come, first served — bar and tables both. Fridays and Saturdays after 8pm there will be a line and a wait; our door team will give you a straight answer on how long. Want a guaranteed seat? Come Tuesday through Thursday, or book a group package below.

Get Directions (502) 907-1400
Season Hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday4pm — 2am
Wednesday4pm — 2am
Thursday4pm — 2am
FridayNoon — 2am
SaturdayNoon — 2am
Sunday4pm — 2am

Season runs Thu, Nov 19 through Thu, Dec 31. Hours can shift for private buyouts, Christmas week, and weather. We post every change to @sippinsantawhiskeyrow before it happens — follow there first.

Groups & Buyouts

Bring the whole department.

Walk-in works for two. It does not work for twelve. If you're planning a holiday party, a client night, or a birthday that needs a guaranteed table, lock it in — December fills by the second week of November.

6 – 12 Guests

Reserved Table

Priced per date
per person · 2-hour table
  • Guaranteed table, skip the line
  • Two cocktails per guest
  • North Pole Punch for the table
  • Best availability Sun–Thu
Request a Table
15 – 40 Guests

Semi-Private Party

Priced per date
per person · 3-hour semi-private
  • Semi-private section, own server
  • Three cocktails per guest
  • Punch bowls for the table on arrival
  • Take-home Sippin' Santa mug each
  • Photo-op backdrop reserved for your group
Most Booked
Full Venue

Total Buyout

F&B minimum
quoted per date · 4 hours
  • Entire venue, doors closed to public
  • Full 2026 menu plus custom builds
  • Dedicated bar and event lead
  • Your playlist, your signage
  • Sun–Thu availability; limited Fri/Sat
Check Dates
Private Events

Tell us what you're planning.

We answer every inquiry within one business day. Holiday dates move fast — the first two weeks of December are typically gone by Thanksgiving, so send it now and we'll hold options while you confirm your headcount.

Best availabilitySun — Thu
Buyout windowNov 23 — Dec 31
Response timeWithin 1 business day
Direct line(502) 907-1400

By submitting you agree we may contact you by email, phone, or text about this inquiry. We don't sell your information.

Take It Home

The mug is the souvenir.

Made only for Sippin' Santa and gone when the season is. Every drink arrives in its assigned vessel — if you like the one in your hand, buy it at the bar.

The full Sippin' Santa 2026 lineup of custom tiki mugs and glassware
The 2026 Collection
  • Frosted Penguin CoupeNew6.5 oz
  • Surfin' Santa Mug16 oz
  • Mersanta Mug12 oz
  • Pelican Mug14 oz
  • Pineapple Mug15 oz
  • Santashark Mug12 oz
  • Cocolada Mug14 oz
  • Tiki Hot Mug8 oz
  • Tiki Tub Communal Bowl36 oz
  • Double Rocks Glasses, set of 29.5 oz
  • Reindeer Shot Glass1.5 oz

Sold at the bar only, while supplies last. Quantities are limited and they don't come back after New Year's.

The Nice List

Get in before the line does.

Opening night details, buyout dates before they're public, the nights we're quiet enough to actually get a seat, and one heads-up when the season is ending. That's it — a handful of messages across six weeks, then we go away until next November.

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Before You Come

The short answers.

Do you take reservations?
No. Walk-in only, first come first served, bar and tables alike. The one exception is groups — six or more can book a table or a semi-private section through the private events form.
How long is the wait?
Tuesday through Thursday, usually none. Friday and Saturday after 8pm, expect 30 to 90 minutes at peak. The two weeks before Christmas are the busiest stretch of the season. Our door team will always give you an honest number rather than a hopeful one.
Is there a cover charge or ticket?
No cover, no ticket, no minimum. Walk in and order a drink.
Can I bring kids?
Sippin' Santa is 21+ all night. We know the room looks like a Christmas movie — it's still a bar, and Kentucky ABC rules don't care how many lights we hung.
Do you serve food?
Food can be built into any group package — ask in the private events form. Walk-in food availability is posted in-venue and on Instagram.
Is there a dress code?
None — though the room rewards effort. Ugly sweaters, Santa hats, and Hawaiian shirts are all deeply encouraged, and our staff will be out-dressing you regardless.
What happens after December 31?
It's gone. The decor comes down the first week of January and One Fourteen goes back to normal until next November. There is no extending your visit into the new year, so don't put it off until the 30th.
What are the hours?
Tuesday–Thursday and Sunday 4pm–2am, Friday and Saturday noon–2am, closed Mondays. Any change for Christmas week or a private buyout goes up on Instagram first.
Where do I park?
Metered street parking on Main and Market, plus paid garages within two blocks in either direction. Rideshare drop-off works cleanly on Main.