Experience Holiday Magic At Broken Oar’s Arctic Winter Bar

Following another year of smashing success, the Arctic Winter Bar is back with even more festive fun, cozy vibes, and seasonal surprises. Running from Friday, November 21 through February 1, Broken Oar Marina-Bar & Grill (614 Rawson Bridge Rd, Port Barrington, IL) invites guests to experience its crowd-favorite Arctic Winter Bar - a one-of-a-kind enclosed outdoor bar, lounge, and barn that blends cozy comfort with holiday cheer.

This year marks a major milestone for Broken Oar as they celebrate 40 years of unforgettable riverside hospitality, and this Arctic Winter Bar season is the most exciting yet. The pop-up kicks off early this year with the Turkey Ball Music Festival from November 21 through November 30, followed by an ongoing lineup of live music on the Oar Stage every Thursday through Sunday. Other highlights this year include the incorporation of the Broken Barn, a spacious 3,000 sq. ft. heated barn, extended holiday hours between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve, and for the first time, full table reservations.

Guests can sip their way through the season with a festive drink menu featuring specialty craft cocktails including a Winter White Russian, Jingle Juice, and Jack Frost, mixed with blueberry vodka, blue curacao, and topped with Sprite; along with seasonal martinis like the SnowBall, Peppermintini, and the Clausmopolitan. Those looking to warm up can enjoy Winter Warmers like the Oar Cider or the Slippery Sled. Pair these drinks with Broken Oar’s full food menu featuring crowd favorites such as signature burgers, hearty chili, pretzel bites, wings and more.

Whether gathering with friends, planning a festive date night, or just looking to embrace the season in style, Broken Oar’s Arctic Winter Bar is the ultimate destination for winter fun. The Arctic Winter Bar will be open Thursday & Friday from 5PM to 2AM, and Saturday & Sunday from 1PM to 2AM, with guests 21+ only after 10PM. Entry is just $10, and tickets are available now.