When can you visit Santa in Waterford in 2026?

Winterval Waterford: Saturday 14 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway: 28-29 November; weekends 5-20 December; Wednesdays 9 and 16; 22-23 December 2026.

How much does it cost to see Santa in Waterford?

Winterval Waterford: €26 per child plus booking fee; up to two adults go free. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway: Child €25 (€20 on Wednesdays 9 and 16 December), adult €14, baby €10. Ardmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo: Child €32.50, adult €23.50, under 24 months with present €16.50.

Do you need to book Santa in Waterford 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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Visit Santa in Waterford 2026

We list 3 Santa experiences in Co. Waterford. All have confirmed 2026 dates: Winterval Waterford, Waterford & Suir Valley Railway and Ardmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo.

For more ideas, read Magical Santa Experiences in Waterford.

Dates and prices checked against each venue's own website on 8 October 2026.

2026 dates confirmed

Winterval Waterford - Visit Santa

Waterford, Co. Waterford

Santa's Grotto set in medieval vaults as part of Ireland's largest Christmas festival.

Saturday 14 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Waterford & Suir Valley Railway - Santa Express

Kilmeaden, Co. Waterford

Heritage railway Santa Express offering a magical 60-minute train journey with Santa visit and gift for children.

28-29 November; weekends 5-20 December; Wednesdays 9 and 16; 22-23 December 2026

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Ardmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo - Winter Wonderland

Ardmore, Co. Waterford

Families meet Santa and Mrs Claus in an under-cover Winter Wonderland. Tickets include the mini zoo, open farm, playgrounds and indoor play centre.

2026 tickets on sale

Dates, prices and booking

Good to know

When can you visit Santa in Waterford in 2026?: Winterval Waterford: Saturday 14 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway: 28-29 November; weekends 5-20 December; Wednesdays 9 and 16; 22-23 December 2026.
How much does it cost to see Santa in Waterford?: Winterval Waterford: €26 per child plus booking fee; up to two adults go free. Waterford & Suir Valley Railway: Child €25 (€20 on Wednesdays 9 and 16 December), adult €14, baby €10. Ardmore Open Farm & Mini Zoo: Child €32.50, adult €23.50, under 24 months with present €16.50.
Do you need to book Santa in Waterford 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.