Dallas, October 25, 2025
News Summary
Omni Hotels is launching Blitzen’s Bar, a festive cocktail experience at 27 locations across the U.S. This seasonal initiative runs from late November to early January, enchanting guests with holiday-themed decor and a specially crafted cocktail menu by renowned mixologist Julie Reiner. Each bar will offer unique drinks and festive snacks, along with special events, including a simultaneous Christmas tree lighting. The experiential rollout follows a successful pop-up in Dallas, expanding to properties nationwide for a memorable holiday celebration.
Dallas — Omni Hotels is debuting an extravagant cocktail experience called Blitzen’s Bar at 27 locations across the U.S. The initiative runs from November 28 to January 9 and will transform hotel bars into holiday-themed spaces while offering seasonal menus and events for guests and local visitors.
Top facts
Omni Hotels is debuting an extravagant cocktail experience called Blitzen’s Bar at 27 locations across the U.S. The initiative runs from November 28 to January 9. The holiday experience follows the successful 2024 pop-up at Omni Dallas hotel and will expand to properties nationwide for the full holiday window.
What visitors will find
The transformed hotel bars will feature winter wonderland decorations including twinkling lights and festive decor. The cocktail menu is crafted by mixologist Julie Reiner, a judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters, who is known for her work at New York City bars Clover Club, Milady’s, and Leyenda.
The cocktail menu includes eight drinks, such as:
- The Blitzen (Woodford Reserve Rye, Liquid Alchemist Ginger/Apple Spice Syrup, Angostura Bitters)
- Sleigh Ride (Grey Goose Vodka, Italicus, Lime, Cheeky Cranberry Syrup)
- Espress-Ho Ho Martini (Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Espresso)
- Zero-proof Merry Spritz-mas (Curious Elixir #4, Fluère Non-Alcoholic Bitter)
- Dubai hot chocolate with caramelized kataifi and pistachio whipped cream
Accompanying snacks will include Reindeer Fuel (smoked maple-chili nut and pretzel crunch) and assorted holiday cookies. Each hotel will host additional festive experiences, such as concerts and photos with Santa.
Special events and timing
On November 29 at 6 p.m. local time, all participating Omni properties will simultaneously light Christmas trees, marking the official start of the holiday season. Omni is also offering special holiday stay packages for guests to combine accommodations with the seasonal bar and event programming.
Regional participation
Seven of the 27 hotels partaking are located in Texas, including five in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The holiday experience follows the successful 2024 pop-up at Omni Dallas hotel, which served as an early iteration of the concept before the broader launch.
Related state parks announcement (Texas)
Texas Parks and Wildlife is providing free admission to over 85 state parks on Texas State Parks Day, November 2. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is working on expanding parks and enhancing conservation efforts. The third annual free admission day was created during the Texas State Parks Centennial Celebration.
Parks in North Texas participating in the free admission event include the award-winning Garner State Park. Garner State Park offers 16 miles of hiking trails, swimming, floating, and kayaking on the Frio River.
Background and context
The Blitzen’s Bar rollout builds on a recent pop-up model, using seasonal decorations, curated menus, and event programming to draw local visitors and hotel guests during the holiday period. The inclusion of a menu by a recognized mixologist aligns with a trend among hospitality brands to highlight signature food and beverage offerings as part of promotional holiday packages.
Separately, the Texas Parks and Wildlife initiatives reflect ongoing state-level efforts to increase public access to natural resources and to mark milestones tied to the department’s centennial activities. Free admission days are being used as a tool to promote visitation and public awareness of state park amenities.
Practical details
- Dates for Blitzen’s Bar: November 28 to January 9.
- Simultaneous tree lighting: November 29 at 6 p.m. local time at all participating Omni properties.
- Free Texas state park admission day: November 2, free admission to over 85 state parks.
- Texas hotel participation: Seven of the 27 hotels partaking are located in Texas, including five in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
FAQ
What is the new holiday bar experience?
Omni Hotels is debuting an extravagant cocktail experience called Blitzen’s Bar at 27 locations across the U.S.
When does Blitzen’s Bar run?
The initiative runs from November 28 to January 9.
Who created the cocktail menu?
The cocktail menu is crafted by mixologist Julie Reiner, a judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters.
What are some drinks on the menu?
The cocktail menu includes eight drinks, such as: The Blitzen (Woodford Reserve Rye, Liquid Alchemist Ginger/Apple Spice Syrup, Angostura Bitters); Sleigh Ride (Grey Goose Vodka, Italicus, Lime, Cheeky Cranberry Syrup); Espress-Ho Ho Martini (Don Julio Reposado Tequila, Mr. Black Coffee Liqueur, Espresso); Zero-proof Merry Spritz-mas (Curious Elixir #4, Fluère Non-Alcoholic Bitter); Dubai hot chocolate with caramelized kataifi and pistachio whipped cream.
Will there be snacks and events?
Accompanying snacks will include Reindeer Fuel (smoked maple-chili nut and pretzel crunch) and assorted holiday cookies. Each hotel will host additional festive experiences, such as concerts and photos with Santa.
Is there a coordinated event across all hotels?
On November 29 at 6 p.m. local time, all participating Omni properties will simultaneously light Christmas trees, marking the official start of the holiday season.
Are there special hotel packages?
Omni is also offering special holiday stay packages for guests.
What is the Texas state parks announcement?
Texas Parks and Wildlife is providing free admission to over 85 state parks on Texas State Parks Day, November 2.
What are Texas Parks and Wildlife goals?
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is working on expanding parks and enhancing conservation efforts.
How did the free admission day start?
The third annual free admission day was created during the Texas State Parks Centennial Celebration.
Which North Texas park is mentioned?
Parks in North Texas participating in the free admission event include the award-winning Garner State Park.
What does Garner State Park offer?
Garner State Park offers 16 miles of hiking trails, swimming, floating, and kayaking on the Frio River.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event name | Blitzen’s Bar |
| Scope | 27 locations across the U.S. |
| Dates | November 28 to January 9 |
| Menu creator | Julie Reiner, a judge on Netflix’s Drink Masters |
| Special coordinated moment | November 29 at 6 p.m. local time: simultaneous tree lighting at all participating Omni properties |
| Texas participation | Seven of the 27 hotels partaking are located in Texas, including five in the Dallas-Fort Worth area |
| Related state parks note (Texas) | Texas Parks and Wildlife is providing free admission to over 85 state parks on Texas State Parks Day, November 2 |
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