Santa experiences in Dublin 2026: prices and dates
A visit to Santa in Dublin now means a full outing, often with a letter to post, a gift and a hot chocolate. Prices vary a lot, and most include a gift, so the cheapest ticket is not always the best value. These are the ones we have prices for in 2026.
Prices side by side
| Experience | Where | Dates | Child | Adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Magic of Christmas | Airfield Estate, Dundrum | 28 Nov to 22 Dec | €32.50 (13 months and over, with gift) | €22.50 |
| A Christmas to Remember | Newbridge House and Farm, Donabate | 28 Nov to 22 Dec | €28.50 | €15.50 |
| Santa Experience at the GAA Museum | Croke Park | 28 Nov to 23 Dec | €25 (aged 2 and up, with gift) | €17 |
| The Christmas Experience | Malahide Castle | 28 Nov to 23 Dec | From free to €30.50 | See booking page |
Infant tickets are cheaper: €12.50 at Airfield for under 13 months, €14.50 at Newbridge for up to 12 months, and €19 at Croke Park for 13 to 23 months. The youngest babies are free at Croke Park, but their ticket still has to be booked, and booking fees are extra.
What you get at each
Airfield Estate. Your child writes and posts a letter to Santa, decorates a cookie, makes a decoration, visits the reindeer and has a family visit with Santa. A hot chocolate is included.
Croke Park. A 50-minute group visit through the elf dressing rooms and a skills zone, ending at Santa's cabin. Each ticket includes a photo with Santa, a small gift and admission to the GAA Museum.
Malahide Castle. A guided walk through the castle with Mrs Claus, then Santa and a gift.
Newbridge House and Farm. The listing price covers a child, an adult and infants up to 12 months. Check the booking page for what is included on the day.
Dublin Zoo. The zoo runs a sensory-friendly Santa evening, sold as a bundle with Wild Lights or day entry. Prices vary by bundle.
Tips for booking
All four paid experiences open on 28 November, so the first weekend is the busiest to plan around. Check the age cut-off for infant tickets before you book.
For a cheaper outing, Caulstown Christmas Tree Farm in Meath is free to enter, with trees from €40 to €130. See Christmas tree farms for the others.
Frequently asked questions
Which Santa experience is cheapest? Croke Park, at €25 per child aged 2 and up, including a gift and museum entry. Booking fees are extra.
Do babies need a ticket? At Airfield, Newbridge and Croke Park, yes, at a lower price. Check each booking page for the age cut-off.
When do they start? All four paid experiences begin on 28 November.
See every date and booking link on Nipper's Santa experiences page.