Christmas in July at Reformation Brewery: Snow Cones, Steel Drums & Summer Cheer (Woodstock, GA)

Jul 22

Who says you can’t celebrate Christmas when it’s 90 degrees out? Reformation Brewery in Woodstock proved otherwise with their Christmas in July bash—and honestly, it might’ve been better than December. With snow cones, Santa sightings, steel drums, and tropical cocktails, this summer celebration brought the holiday cheer with a beachy twist.

Here’s a look back at everything that made this mid-year holiday party one to remember.

Santa + Snow Machines in the Middle of July? Yes, Please.

Nothing says Christmas in July like spotting Santa in board shorts. From the moment guests arrived at Reformation Brewery’s Woodstock location, the festive vibes were in full swing. Snow machines cranked up the cool factor (literally), giving folks a taste of winter while the Georgia sun did its thing.

Kids (and let’s be honest, adults too) lined up for snow cones and frozen hot chocolate—because nothing says "holiday magic" like a chilly cup of contradiction.

Live Caribbean Vibes

The party kicked up a notch when Caribbean Steel hit the stage at 12:30pm. Their tropical tunes created a laid-back island vibe that had everyone grooving in their flip flops. It was the perfect backdrop to enjoy a tiki drink and pretend we were all on vacation.

Bobbing for Cocktails (Because, Reformation)

One of the day’s biggest crowd-pleasers? Bobbing for Mai Tais. A summer twist on a classic party game, guests dunked for chilled cans of Reformation’s returning seasonal—the Mai Tai. This year’s version came with a few tasty tweaks and was the unofficial drink of the day. Bright, citrusy, and smooth, it paired perfectly with the pop-up tiki cocktail bar slinging all kinds of creative concoctions.

Pelican’s Snowballs Brought the Chill with a Holiday Twist

A huge hit of the day? The holiday-colored snow cones from Pelican’s Snowballs. These weren’t your average icy treats—they came in red, green, and white combos that totally nailed the Christmas theme. Whether you went for a classic cherry-lime or something more adventurous, it was the perfect way to stay cool while feeling festive. Pelican’s brought the flavor and the flair, and their snow cones were basically Santa-approved.

Wrapping It Up (Pun Intended)

Christmas in July at Reformation Brewery Woodstock was the kind of quirky, community-focused celebration that makes this place more than just a taproom—it’s a local favorite where good beer meets good times. Whether you came for the frozen hot chocolate, the steel drum band, or just needed an excuse to wear your Santa hat in July, this event delivered.

Mark your calendars for next year—and in the meantime, don’t sleep on that limited-release Mai Tai!