Steal Some Winter-Themed Event Inspiration From These Past Parties and Pop-Ups

No lift ticket was needed to get a taste of the après-ski life at PopSugar’s inaugural “Sugar Chalet," which took place last year at the Overlook at Winter Village at Bryant Park in New York. Decked out in colorful plaids, cozy decor, and lodge-inspired features such as a giant hearth with rainbow-hued “logs,” the chalet also included an interactive gifting wall filled with swag that was hidden behind tiny doorways.

Wellness brand Nature’s Way served up warm, fizzy Sambucus Elderberry drinks and supplements. The luscious evergreens, woodsy pinecones, and Winterland lanterns added a special touch to the classic winter theme. See more: See Inside PopSugar’s Whimsical Sugar Chalet

Following last year's annual tree lighting ceremony at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, guests got a first look at the hotel's new holiday pop-up bar, cheekily named The Thirsty Elf. Inside, red and green hues commanded the space in the form of playful wrapping paper on the walls, oversize presents hanging from the ceiling, and more.

Bartenders mixed up seasonal sips in on-theme glasses like the Christmoose Vacation made with Irish cream, amaretto, bourbon, Rémy Martin VSOP, demerara syrup, and heavy cream.

Last year, Santa's Fantastical, an immersive holiday experience in Atlanta, invited guests to explore themed rooms and participate in various winter-inspired activities, including Snowpalooza, a digital game that involved tossing snowballs at a screen of animated snowmen. The ticketed experience was the brainchild of local entrepreneurial couple Walt Geer and Sarah Blackman, who teamed up with PictureU to bring the innovative idea to life inside a 39,000-square-foot space. Throughout the many rooms that made up Santa's Fantastical was a bevy of Instagrammable moments, including a neon "Kiss Me" sign paired with a festive mistletoe, Santa's reimagined rocket sleigh, a dreamy carousel unicorn, and more.

On the roof of New York's TWA Hotel, the Runway Chalet at the Pool Bar boasted an interior reminiscent of a 1960s ski lodge. Last year's pop-up chalet welcomed visitors with toasty vibes thanks to cozy additions like a vintage fireplace and faux fur blankets. A winter-inspired food and drink menu from Gerber Group offered seasonal cocktails, traditional sips like hot cocoa and hot toddies, charcuterie boards, cheese fondue, and more. Outside, guests were welcome to take a dip in the infinity pool, which rose to 95 degrees or higher and overlooked the runways of John F. Kennedy International Airport. See more: 13 Pop-Ups Providing Over-the-Top Holiday Event Inspiration

In 2018, PHD Terrace at New York’s Dream Midtown debuted a season-long holiday pop-up. The bar features a festive green, orange, and white color scheme, with a swing photo op, floral installations, and mistletoe adornments. The pop-up was designed and installed by artist Jenevieve Penk in collaboration with Tao Group at Dream Hotels. See more: Midwinter Night’s Dream at PHD Terrace

In 2016, for a corporate holiday party at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles, event design and production company Sterling Engagements created an outdoor winter wonderland with string lights and snowflake projections. The festive winter event decor was complete with snow-dusted branches, gold-foiled greenery, and white orchid centerpieces. See more: 2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Ideas for a Blow-Out Bash

For a family-friendly holiday party at a private home in Los Angeles in December 2015, Seed Floral set up a wreath-making station and make-your-own snow globe and ornament stations.

Mockingbird Hill in Washington invited guests to its first Miracle on Seventh Street pop-up bar in 2016. The space was decked out in festive decor and featured a completely revamped holiday-themed drink list with specialty cocktails. Activities included Christmas movie nights, Manischewitz pong competitions, and cookie-baking classes. See more: 2016 Holiday Handbook: 9 Festive Ideas for Cocktail Parties

In 2014, to highlight its upcoming movie Northpole, the Hallmark Channel created Christmas in July at a private residence in Beverly Hills. The event, produced by Along Came Mary Events, featured a dessert buffet table beneath dozens of sparkling crystal chandeliers in the grand ballroom. See more: Holiday Party Ideas 2014: Winter Wonderland

Kapture Vision produced a holiday bash with a masquerade theme for CyberCoders in December 2013 at Newport Beach Dunes Resort in Newport Beach, Calif. Jay's Catering set up a s'more station where guests could fire-roast their own desserts.

For a winter-themed corporate party, design director Andrew Zill of Baltimore-based Feats Inc. created a snowy scene that included a glowing bar anchored by a crystal-flocked tree. See more: 25 Winter-Theme Party Ideas: Decor, Entertainment, Catering, and More