Visit Santa in Dublin 2026

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When can you visit Santa in Dublin in 2026?

Malahide Castle: 28 November to 23 December 2026. Dublin Zoo: Saturday 21 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026. Airfield Estate: Selected dates from 28 November to 22 December 2026. Newbridge House & Farm: Saturdays and Sundays from 28 November to 20 December, plus 21 and 22 December 2026. Croke Park: Selected dates from Saturday 28 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026. Elf Town Dublin at the RDS: 14 November to 24 December 2026. RPSI Dublin Santa Specials: 28 and 29 November, 5 and 6 December, 12 and 13 December 2026. Luggwoods, Santa's Magical Cabin at the Ilac Centre, Arnotts Santa (Henry Street), Blanchardstown Centre, Dundrum Town Centre, Liffey Valley, Swords Pavilions, The Square Tallaght, Jervis Shopping Centre and Dalkey Castle & Heritage Centre have not published 2026 dates yet, so please check with the venue for available dates.

How much does it cost to see Santa in Dublin?

Malahide Castle: Tickets from free to €30.50. Dublin Zoo: Sold as bundles with Wild Lights or day entry; prices vary. Airfield Estate: Child 13 months and over €32.50 with gift, under 13 months €12.50, adult €22.50. Newbridge House & Farm: Child €28.50, adult €15.50, infants up to 12 months €14.50. Croke Park: Children aged 2 and up €25, 13 to 23 months €19, adults €17, under 1s free, plus booking fees. Elf Town Dublin at the RDS: Full experience from €29 per child before fees; Santa visit from €18 per child. Luggwoods: Adult from €34.95, child from €44.95, baby from €10.95.

Do you need to book Santa in Dublin in advance?

Yes, for almost every venue. Weekend slots in December go first, so book as soon as tickets are released. Each listing links to the venue's own booking page.

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