Inside San Antonio’s darkest holiday pop-up: Dickens meets craft cocktails at The Spire Theater

What to Expect: A Ghostly Victorian Speakeasy in St. Paul Square

Located at The Spire Click to open side panel for more information (230 Center Street) in San Antonio’s historic St. Paul Square district, this limited-run event drops you right into the foggy streets of Victorian London. Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley, and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Future are brought to life in a fast-paced, high-impact performance set inside a restored 1884 limestone chapel.

As the narrative unfolds, guests are served a curated menu of four craft holiday cocktails, each custom-designed to match the mood, tone, and story beats of the live performance.

Event Details & Visitor Information

• Location: The Spire Theater Click to open side panel for more information — 230 Center Street, San Antonio, TX 78202 (St. Paul Square / Downtown San Antonio)
• Duration: 90 minutes (1 Hour 30 Minutes)
• Age Requirement: 21+ only (Valid ID required at entry)
• Accessibility: The venue is fully ADA-compliant
• Non-Alcoholic Options: Mocktails available upon request

The Cocktail Setlist: 4 Scenes, 4 Drinks

Every ticket includes four thematic craft cocktails (or zero-proof mocktail alternatives upon request):

• Scene 1: Ebenezer Scrooge’s Introduction
  • Paired with: Ebenezer’s Bitter Awakening – A bold, sharp opener to kick off Scrooge’s cold-hearted evening.
• Scene 2: Ghost of Christmas Past
  • Paired with: Past, Present, and Punch – A nod to traditional holiday punches with a spirited twist.
• Scene 3: Ghost of Christmas Present
  • Paired with: Ghostly Gold Cider – Rich, warm, and overflowing with festive abundance.
• Scene 4: Ghost of Christmas Future
  • Paired with: Marley’s Marshmallow Martini – A rich, decadent final toast to redemption.

Actual reviews of A Christmas Cocktail Carol

Don’t believe us? Check out some reviews of guests who have checked out A Christmas Cocktail Carol in other major cities:

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ”Fun performances, lots of interaction with the audience, seating exceptional in that everyone could see really well. If you go, dress up in costume… it enhances the experience!” -Donna A.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Outstanding evening, great performance and fantastic cocktails! The whole atmosphere was great! Looking forward to next year! So happy I saw this advertised!” -Debbie J.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great time! We loved the show and the cocktails were amazing! Hope it becomes a yearly tradition!” -Ginger H.
⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Fun twist on original story! We were cackling so hard! The drinks were actual real cocktails and all 4 of them were delish! Best night out we’ve had in a while!” – Jen C.
⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Great show, my husband and I loved getting lost in the story and the drinks were tasty too. Well done and highly recommend it!” -Monica W.