Los Angeles, CA – Black Lagoon, the acclaimed Halloween pop-up created by bar industry veterans Erin Hayes and Kelsey Ramage, is set to make its return this October with another spine-chilling, immersive experience. The annual event, which blends the macabre with a splash of goth and metal, will expand to 35 markets this year, spanning across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Hayes and Ramage conceived Black Lagoon after a successful pop-up at the cult favorite New Orleans dive bar, The Dungeon, during Tales of the Cocktail. Officially launching in Toronto in October 2021, Black Lagoon quickly gained a devoted following of cocktail and Halloween enthusiasts, solidifying its place as an annual staple for Halloween celebrations.
This year, Black Lagoon returns with even more locations, some familiar haunts as well as a whole host of new spooky spots. The iconic pop-up is ready to serve up diabolically delicious, creepy & creative libations alongside some seriously eerie vibes that will haunt your senses. This year’s sponsor brands include Lot 40 Rye, Fords Gin, Mezcal Union, Giffard Liqueurs, The House Of Lustau, Mr. Black Cold Brew Liqueur and Bitter Queens Bitter during the pop-up experience throughout the month of October. Black Lagoon’s 2024 experience can be found at the following cities and venues, with dates varying at each location:
United States
Austin, TX: King Bee (October 8 – October 31)
Birmingham, AL: Pilcrow Cocktail Cellar (October 1 – October 31)
Brooklyn, NY: Someday Bar (October 1 – October 31)
Charlotte, NC: Backstage Lounge (October 2 – November 2)
Chicago, IL: The Parlour at The Albion (October 1 – October 31)
Detroit, MI: The Skip (October 1 – November 5)
Fort Wayne, IN: Night Train (October 7 – October 31)
Fort Worth, TX: Nickel City (October 11 – October 31)
Houston, TX: Nickel City (October 11 – October 31)
Las Vegas, NV: Evel Pie (October 4 – November 1)
Los Angeles, CA: The Normandie Club (October 10 – October 31)
Minneapolis, MN: Meteor (October 2 – October 31)
Nashville, TN: Barrel Proof (October 10 – October 31)
New Orleans, LA: Anna’s (October 9 – November 3)
Omaha, NE: Nite Owl (October 8 – October 31)
Phoenix, AZ: Sunny’s Lounge (October 1 – November 1)
Reno, NV: 40 Mile Saloon (October 1 – October 31)
Sacramento, CA: The Snug (October 1 – October 31)
San Antonio, TX: Three Star Bar (October 11 – October 31)
San Diego, CA: Seven Grand (October 13 – November 3)
San Francisco, CA: Kona’s Street Market (October 1 – October 31)
Savannah, GA: Water Witch (September 30 – November 2)
Seattle, WA: Rob Roy (October 2 – November 2)
St. Augustine, FL: Forgotten Tonic (October 1 – November 3)
Washington, D.C.: Trouble Bird (October 8 – November 2)
Wilmington, NC: The Eagle’s Dare (October 3 – October 31)
Canada
Calgary, AB: Blind Tiger (October 10 – October 31)
Edmonton, AB: Dolly’s Cocktails (October 9 – November 3)
Montreal, QC: 132 Bar Vintage (October 1 – October 31)
Ottawa, ON: GBurger (October 4 – October 31)
Toronto, ON: Bar Mordecai (October 16 – October 31)
Vancouver, BC: Butcher & Bullock (October 1 – October 31)
Whisler, BC: Raven Room (October 10 – October 31)
Mexico
Guadalajara, Jal: Peter Brown Bar (October 25 – November 2)
Mexico City: Kaito (October 1 – October 31)
The lineup of meticulously crafted signature Halloween inspired cocktails and haunting decor details to follow. To explore the bone-chilling world of Black Lagoon this Halloween season, please visit www.blacklagoonpopup.com and follow along on Instagram at @blacklagoonpopup.
