4 biggest christmas pop-up experiences on Long Island this holiday aeason

For those in need of some holiday cheer, four festive pop-up experiences are set to open on Long Island. Whether you want to dine, sip cocktails, be entertained or just take selfies, it’s all included. Here are four that begin this month.

MR. GRUMP CHRISTMAS POP UP

Inspired by Dr. Seuss’ book, "How The Grinch Stole Christmas," Mr. Grump Christmas Pop Up at Alibi Lounge in Farmingdale focuses on his mischievous holiday heist. Mr. Grump is rather sassy and brassy with his performance, which is for those 18 and over (unless otherwise noted).

"There’s an upside-down Christmas tree falling into Santa’s sack, as if Mr. Grump is stealing the Christmas tree and all the gifts around it," says Michael Marra, owner of Unique Social Events. "Guests will be able to step into that setting with Mr. Grump to take a picture. They can pretend to stop Mr. Grump from doing it or help him in the act."

Mr. Gump performs "You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" and gets saucy with the crowd among a Whoville set filled with green lighting.

Sip themed-cocktails like the Mount Crumpit Margarita (tequila, triple sec, coconut puree, lime juice and a Christmas salt rim with cranberries, $14) or the Stolen Christmas Eggnog (cinnamon infused bourbon with amaretto, eggnog and a cinnamon sugar rim, $16).

Tapas are served such as the Candy Cane Pretzel with a cheese dipping sauce ($11), pesto grilled cheese and tomato soup ($18), turkey orchard Panini with kettle cooked chips ($22) and pulled pork sliders topped with crispy fried onions ($14).

A plastic 16 oz. stadium cup sporting a mosaic design featuring Mr. Grump’s famous saying, "Stink! Stank! Stunk!" is distributed to everyone as a keepsake.

• WHEN | WHERE Seatings: Fridays 6 and 8 p.m. (18 and over), Saturday and Sundays 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. (all ages at 2 and 4 p.m., 18 and over at 6 and 8 p.m.), Nov. 22-Dec. 28; Alibi Lounge, 230 Main St., Farmingdale
• COST $28 per person (does not include food or drink)
• MORE INFO uniquesocialevents.com

THE JOLLY GRUMP CHRISTMAS POP UP

A more family-friendly Mr. Grump appears at the Jolly Grump Christmas Pop Up at That Meetball Place in Patchogue. He will offer playful interactions with the all-ages crowd including a performance of his signature song, "You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch."

"Most of the decor will be hung from the ceiling such as small to life-size stuffed animals of Grinch characters, red and green Christmas lights, tinsel, wrapped presents," Marra says. "A complete Whoville village backdrop can be used for a photo-op, complete with Mr. Grump’s Mount Crumpit hideout."

Hungry? Try the sticky ribs with zesty sriracha slaw ($15.45), a four-cheese mac and cheese ($14.42) or Buffalo chicken flatbread ($19.57) for starters. Entrees include lobster ravioli ($35.02), crispy chicken BLT sandwich ($19.57) or breaded pork chops with sweet potato puree and sauteed escarole ($28.84) just to name a few.

A Mr. Grump "Stink! Stank! Stunk!" stadium cup is given to every participant.

• WHEN | WHERE Seatings: Fridays 6 and 8 p.m., Saturday and Sundays 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m. (all ages), Nov. 22-Dec. 28; That Meetball Place, 54 W. Main St., Patchogue
• COST $28 per person (does not include food or drink)
• MORE INFO uniquesocialevents.com

THE CHRISTMAS CLUB

Experience a complete holiday explosion at The Christmas Club, which features over-the-top seasonal decor, on the second floor of Barrotta’s Supper Club in Huntington.

"There will be tinsel garland boarding the walls, twinkling lights from floor to ceiling, candy canes, peppermints, gift boxes and a Christmas tree," Marra says. "Expect a surprise appearance by a Christmas character like Buddy the Elf, Santa Claus or Elsa from ‘Frozen.’ They will do a Christmas song performance plus tableside interactions with guests and a photo-op."

Enjoy themed cocktails including Gingerbread Old Fashioned (bourbon, gingerbread syrup, chocolate bitters, garnished with a gingerbread cookie, $16) or a Candy Cane Martini (vodka, peppermint liquor, white chocolate syrup and heavy cream, garnished with a crushed candy cane rim and peppermint stick, $17).

There’s also a full menu containing appetizers ($16-$18) like risotto balls, fried calamari and a mozzarella tower, a street corn salad ($18) and entrees such as chicken Parmesan a la vodka ($33), penne primavera ($28) and lobster ravioli ($33).

Everyone goes home with a souvenir 16-ounce plastic stadium cup branded to the experience.

• WHEN| WHERE Seatings: Fridays 6 and 8 p.m., Saturday and Sundays 2, 4, 6 and 8 p.m., Nov. 29-Dec. 28; Barrotta’s Supper Club, 69 Wall St., Huntington
• COST $28 per person (does not include food or drink)
• MORE INFO uniquesocialevents.com

CHRISTMASLAND

Take a walk through the 20,000-square-foot winter wonderland known as Christmasland, at Tanger Outlets in Deer Park, showcasing over a dozen holiday Instagrammable scenes and sets in which guests can pose.

"There’s auto-photography via a silicone wristband everyone wears," Marra says. "The pictures are automatically taken and sent to their phone number or email."

Scenes include a large fireplace opening where guests can step inside as if they just came down the chimney with Santa’s sack. There’s also a Christmas light mirror maze, an interactive snowball target range, Santa’s sleigh and a real bearded Santa that guests can tell their Christmas wish list to plus snap a photo.

Cap off the experience with a treat at Mrs. Claus’ Bakery, which sells Christmas cookies, doughnuts and extreme hot chocolate.

• WHEN | WHERE November: Fridays 1 to 9 p.m., Saturdays: 3 to 9 p.m., Sundays 3 to 9 p.m., December: Fridays 4 to 9 p.m., Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., Sundays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Nov. 22-Dec. 28, Tanger Outlets, 900 The Arches Circle, Deer Park
• COST $32 per person age 3 and older 
• MORE INFO christmaslandny.com