From boozy Apple Cider to unique White Russians, Central Ohio city launches new Holiday Cocktail Passport

Grove City is helping you “cheers” to a merry holiday season with their first-ever Holiday Cocktail Trail, running now through January 4th, 2026. The trail features nine different local stops, where participants can snag creative holiday-themed drinks, like a Santa Margarita or a Grinch-mosa.

Each bar/restaurant has a QR code to check-in and start your digital passport, so you can begin the trail from any of the participating locations (or get started here.) As you move along the trail sampling holiday sips from boozy apple cider to a creative take on a White Russian, you can continue scanning each QR code to log your progress and get one step closer to prizes. Those who check-in to seven locations can receive a commemorative flask, and the most dedicated who visit all nine locations will receive a t-shirt.

Along the way, stroll through Nutcracker Lane, an alley that is fully decked out with nutcrackers and holiday cheer, ideal for your next girls’ outing, date night, or family photo shoot. If you’re feeling extra festive, you can participate in the Grove City Nutcracker Hunt, where you can find all 12 nutcrackers in the Town Center for a prize. You can pick up a Nutcracker Hunt sheet and get started online, at the Grove City Library, Welcome Center & Museum, or the Kingston Center Parks & Recreation building.

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Each Holiday Cocktail Trail bar is decorated for the holiday season, overflowing with tinsel, ornaments, and more. Download your digital passport today, and hit up one of the below locations to get started:

Broadway Plates & Pints
Dueling Axes – Grove City
Town Center Pub
Grove City Brewing Company
Hop Yard 62
Local Cantina – Grove City
Cimi’s Bistro at The Pinnacle
Jackpot Lounge
The Upper Deck

Follow @visitgrovecity on Instagram for more cocktail trail updates – including upcoming Ugly Christmas Sweater parties and bar crawls –- and more local holiday fun!

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