Philadelphia's Newest Haunted Mansion Bar: Nightmare Before Tinsel Opens its Doors

Located in the heart of Midtown Village, Nightmare Before Tinsel has expanded its operations this year with a brand-new second floor, doubling the space for guests to enjoy its ghoulishly good cocktails, over-the-top décor, and nightmarish surprises. The pop-up, which runs through Halloween, is a part of Craft Concepts Group, helmed by Teddy Sourias, and is the antecedent to the popular Christmas pop-up, Tinsel.

This year, co-designers Scott Johnson and Alex Bokulich have reimagined the venue, incorporating new and returning life-size Halloween décor and figures. The second floor is dedicated to "Kaiju", or giant monsters, featuring the 12 most notable creatures from horror history, all bathed in the eerie glow of black lights.

Both bars within the venue have been completely redesigned, incorporating elements from the Belasco Collection of the United Kingdom, adding an extra layer of occult and horrific charm.

The beverage menu is equally chilling, featuring craft cocktails like the Blood Bag, Drunkula, and Morgue-a-Rita. Spirited shots and seasonal brews complete the offerings, ensuring something to quench every thirst.

Nightmare Before Tinsel will operate on a walk-in basis from September 13th to October 31st. Opening hours are 4 pm on Monday to Friday and 2 pm on Saturdays and Sundays. Fridays in October, we will also see a 2 pm opening.

If you're looking for a genuinely immersive Halloween experience, Philadelphia's newest Haunted Mansion bar awaits you.