Is ‘A Christmas Carol Cocktail Experience’ St. Louis’ best dark holiday pop-up?

What to expect at this ghostly Victorian speakeasy

Located at Gatsby Events venue (2017 Chouteau Ave.), this limited-run event drops you right into the foggy streets of Victorian London. Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future are brought to life in a fast-paced, high-impact performance designed specifically for adult holiday-goers.

As the narrative unfolds, guests are served a curated menu of four craft holiday cocktails, each custom-designed to match the mood, tone, and story beats of the live performance.

Location: Gatsby Events — 2017 Chouteau Ave.

Duration: 90 minutes (1 Hour 30 Minutes)

Age Requirement: 21+ only (Valid ID required at entry)

Accessibility: The venue is fully ADA-compliant

Non-Alcoholic Options: Mocktails available upon request.

The Cocktail Setlist: 4 Scenes, 4 Drinks

Every ticket includes four thematic craft cocktails (or zero-proof mocktail alternatives upon request):

• Scene 1: Ebenezer Scrooge’s Introduction
  • Paired with: Ebenezer’s Bitter Awakening – A bold, sharp opener to kick off Scrooge’s cold-hearted evening.
• Scene 2: Ghost of Christmas Past
  • Paired with: Past, Present, and Punch – A nod to traditional holiday punches with a spirited twist.
• Scene 3: Ghost of Christmas Present
  • Paired with: Ghostly Gold Cider – Rich, warm, and overflowing with festive abundance.
• Scene 4: Ghost of Christmas Future
  • Paired with: Marley’s Marshmallow Martini – A rich, decadent final toast to redemption.

Real reviews of A Christmas Cocktail Carol

Don’t believe us? Check out some reviews of guests who have checked out A Christmas Cocktail Carol in other major cities:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ”Fun performances, lots of interaction with the audience, seating exceptional in that everyone could see really well. If you go, dress up in costume… it enhances the experience!” -Donna A.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Outstanding evening, great performance and fantastic cocktails! The whole atmosphere was great! Looking forward to next year! So happy I saw this advertised!” -Debbie J.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great time! We loved the show and the cocktails were amazing! Hope it becomes a yearly tradition!” -Ginger H.
⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fun twist on original story! We were cackling so hard! The drinks were actual real cocktails and all 4 of them were delish! Best night out we’ve had in a while!” – Jen C.
⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great show, my husband and I loved getting lost in the story and the drinks were tasty too. Well done and highly recommend it!” -Monica W.