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A Holiday Pop-Up Bar and Restaurant in Bonfire & Barrel at Schram Vineyards
What is an Old Fashioned Christmas?
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Old Fashioned Christmas is a Christmas-themed restaurant and bar at Schram Vineyards in Waconia, Minnesota, running November 14 through December 31, 2026. For six weeks, Bonfire & Barrel is transformed into a warm, nostalgic Christmas destination — classic décor and warm white lights, a Christmas tree built from wine barrels, holiday cocktails, live music, and a gift shop stocked for holiday shopping.
Schram is about 35 minutes west of Minneapolis, making it an easy holiday night out from anywhere in the Twin Cities and a local favorite for Waconia, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria and Excelsior.
Holiday Cocktails and a Seasonal Menu
The season’s signature drink is the Old Fashioned Christmas — a Christmas twist on the Old Fashioned that gave Bonfire & Barrel its name. It leads a seasonal cocktail lineup that also includes mulled wine, Woody’s Whiskey Sour and an Espresso Martini, alongside a featured holiday menu, Schram’s handcrafted wines and Schram Haus beer brewed on site.
What to Expect Inside
Bonfire & Barrel is decked out in classic Christmas décor — warm white lights, greenery, plaid and nostalgic holiday details, anchored by the signature wine barrel Christmas tree. Settle in by the fire with a blanket, catch live music, and step into the photo booth for a classic photo strip with a vintage finish. The Vineyard Lodge is decorated for the holidays as well.
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Weekends, Holiday Brunch and Game Day Sundays
Weekends are the heart of the season: live music, fireside and cigar lounge nights, and holiday food and drinks. Sundays bring Boozy Christmas Brunch and Christmas Game Day Sundays with ugly sweater days.
Throughout the run, guests can also join wreath-decorating classes, maker events and themed brunches.
Christmas Market
December 6, 2026
On Saturday, December 6, Schram hosts a Christmas Market featuring local makers, carolers, and festive holiday treats and desserts — a one-day addition to the six-week season.
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Other Holiday Events & Classes
November 29th | Christmas Cookie Decorating Class
December 2nd | Spirit of Giving Bingo Night in the Lodge
December 3rd | Christmas Movie Trivia - Porch Pot Class with Florwegian
December 4th | Christmas Puzzle Night in the Vineyard Lodge
December 13th-16th | A Nashville Christmas Concert Series in the Vineyard Lodge
December 30th | Cheeses and Bubbles Pairing Class with the Grater Good
Schram's Mercantile
The winery’s retail space becomes Santa’s Gift Shop: ready-to-gift wine bundles, gifts under $25, $50 and $100, stocking stuffers, local maker products, wine accessories and glassware, branded blankets and corporate gift packages. Schram’s custom Christmas wine labels return as well, including Toast to the Host and Fa La La Rosé.
FAQ's
What is Old Fashioned Christmas at Schram Vineyards?
Old Fashioned Christmas is a six-week Christmas-themed restaurant and bar experience at Schram Vineyards in Waconia, Minnesota. It runs November 14 through December 31, 2026, and includes holiday décor, seasonal cocktails, live music, dinner, holiday brunch and a Christmas gift shop.
Is Old Fashioned Christmas a holiday pop-up bar?
It is a seasonal holiday takeover of Bonfire & Barrel, Schram’s year-round restaurant — so it works like the Twin Cities holiday pop-up bars, but with a full dinner and brunch menu rather than cocktails alone. The holiday theme runs November 14 through December 31; the restaurant itself is open all year.
When is Old Fashioned Christmas open?
Old Fashioned Christmas runs from November 14 through December 31, 2026.
Where is Old Fashioned Christmas located?
It is at Schram Vineyards in Waconia, Minnesota, about 35 minutes west of Minneapolis and a short drive from Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria and Excelsior.
Do you need a reservation for the holiday pop-up bar?
Reservations are recommended on Friday and Saturday nights and for Boozy Christmas Brunch. Walk-ins are welcome throughout the week.
Is Old Fashioned Christmas family friendly?
Yes. Old Fashioned Christmas is family friendly and kids are welcome. Bonfire & Barrel is a full restaurant rather than a bar-only space, so families can come for dinner or weekend brunch, take photos by the wine barrel Christmas tree, step into the photo booth, and shop Santa's Gift Shop together.
What holiday cocktails are on the menu?
The signature drink is the Old Fashioned Christmas, a Christmas twist on the classic Old Fashioned. The seasonal lineup also includes mulled wine, Woody’s Whiskey Sour and an Espresso Martini, plus Schram’s handcrafted wines and Schram Haus beer brewed on site.
Can you buy holiday gifts at Schram Vineyards?
Yes. The winery’s retail space becomes Santa’s Gift Shop for the season, with ready-to-gift wine bundles, gifts under $25, $50 and $100, stocking stuffers, local maker products and corporate gift packages.