Buffalo, NYHoliday Bars

Each December Nowhere Lounge's retro cocktail bar leans further into its own 1970s theme for the holidays, adding strings of colorful lights against the leather stools and retro tiles already part of the room. Step Out Buffalo describes the look as old-timey Christmas vibes layered onto the bar's usual decor, with a rotating list of seasonal craft cocktails alongside the regular menu. Order one of the seasonal craft cocktails while taking in the retro Christmas decor.

Each winter Hofbräuhaus Buffalo's beer hall extends outside into the Christkindlmarkt, a German Christmas market built around the bar's own downtown space. Step Out Buffalo describes horse-drawn carriage rides, a beer barrel Christmas tree lighting, local choirs and visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus, alongside the bar's usual German food and beer. Wooden stalls from local artisans line the market for browsing between rounds. Order a mug of glühwein, the warm mulled wine the market is built around, alongside a stein from the regular beer list.