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Christmas at Ladyrath Lane Meath
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Christmas at Ladyrath Lane Meath

Enter our enchanted walkway and guided by the fairy queen make your way through the trees, looking out for fairies along the way.

* Find your very own Santa hat made for you, hanging from the trees and a candy cane to enjoy.
* Then you will enter ‘Mission Control’ and see Santa’s computer database of all the houses and addresses from all over the planet, here our silly Professor Doc will tell you lots of fun facts about Santas Epic journey around the world every year.
* Next is the Elves workshop where you will see lots of toys ready to be sent to sleepy boys and girls. Play with a few and maybe help with some wrapping and stacking. Keep an eye out for any lazy elves sleeping on the job!
* Mrs Claus will invite you into her cosy house for a chat but she’ll need a hand to do some chores during this busy time of year, then settle down for a Christmas poem with her.
* In Ladyrath Lane Post Office, you will see all the letters from the boys and girls and our friendly postmistress will help you check santas naughty or nice list to find your name!
* Outside in our little covered ‘village’ see our little goats (fluffy, spikes and robert) and our rabbits (misty and custard) looking for a pet and a cuddle AND  Santas sleigh all spick and span and ready for the children to jump aboard for some pictures!. (pictures can be taken anywhere in Ladyrath Lane) oh and our drinks stall with hot chocolates and mulled wine!
*Finally your visit to Santa, where he’ll chat to the children and all the family and give a gift to the boys and girls!

* Feel free to enjoy the cosy, quirky coffee shop and bouncy castle!

Ladyrath Lane

Ladyrath
Wilkinstown
Navan
Meath
Tel : 046 9055740
Email : ladyrathlane@gmail.com
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The Forest Train Wicklow
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The Forest Train Wicklow

Take a magical trip on The Forest Train Wicklow to visit Santa and his hardworking (and some not so hardworking) elves in his workshop, deep in the forest. Santa and his Elves are delighted to be back in Avondale Forest Park this Christmas.

Experience the winter wonderland as The Forest Train rambles through the breath-taking mature forest park. Keep an eye out for Noodle the lazy Elf who is running late for work! Stop off at his house and see if you can help the other elves wake him up. But, please don’t let Santa know.

When the train reaches its secret destination deep in the forest, Noodle will lead all the families into the workshop. The elves are waiting to meet all the children and there will be plenty of fun, songs and dancing while you wait to see Santa.

From his office, overlooking the workshop floor, each family will be called to see Santa individually.

Santa is working away in his office , he is checking his big book and you better watch out; he knows something about everyone, young and old! After meeting Santa every child will receive a wooden themed gift and can get a special photo taken with the big man in red.

After your Santa visit, there will be lots to do in the magnificent Christmas Barn.  There will be a very special story-time, taking place each hour.  The Barn will have a seated area where beverages and refreshments will be available.

There will be a carnival theme in The Barn with carnival stalls to prove your skills. We are very excited to say the Electric Zoo animals will be back to join the festive and fun atmosphere for all to enjoy.

This Christmas, find magic deep in the forest.

The Forest Train Wicklow

BOOK NOWThe Forest Train Experience will take approx. 1 hour

Cost:
Children €15
Adults €10
Babies (0-12 months) €5
*Every child receives a gift*

The Forest Train,
Avondale Forest Park, Rathdrum, County Wicklow

Email: info@theforesttrain.ie

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Aladdin The Helix Dublin

Helix Dublin

helix dublinNo festive season is complete without a trip to The Helix Panto!

TheatreworX Productions return to The Helix this Christmas for yet another panto success with their hilarious adaptation of Aladdin.

A mystical genie, a flying carpet and an old lamp, a beautiful princess, irresistible baddies and an exotic trip to the Far East. It could only be the magical and much loved pantomime, Aladdin!

 Join the heroic but hopelessly romantic Aladdin and all the gang for the adventure of a lifetime in the Far East in this year’s fun-filled panto- guaranteed to enthrall the whole family

25th November 2016 – 22nd January 2017

Due to last year’s success we will have a sensory friendly production of the pantomime. Adapted performances will take place on Thursday 8th December at 6pm which include no sudden noises or bangs, softer and brighter lighting, and music at a suitable level. There will be no flashing merchandise available in the venue during these times.

Reviews :

  • “The Theatreworx panto that runs each year in The Helix consistently tops them all for sheer fun and sparkle” Sunday Business Post (Jack and the Beanstalk 2015/16)
  • “Everything is awesome about this panto” Metro Herald (Cinderella 2014/15)
  • “Of the pantomimes I’ve seen this season, the Helix’s is the best” Sunday Times (Sleeping Beauty 2013/14)

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    Helix Dublin

    DCU
    Collins Avenue
    Glasnevin
    Dublin 9
    Tel: +353 1 7007000
    Web : http://www.thehelix.ie

 

 

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Belvedere House Westmeath

GREEN SANTA AT BELVEDERE HOUSE GARDENS & PARK, MULLINGAR.

Getting ready for Green Santa – 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th & 18th December. Booking on 0449349060

Treat your children to a magical Christmas experience with Green Santa at Belvedere House Westmeath.  He will proceed to his magical grotto where children will travel through the enchanted wardrobe to see him

Green Santa has a message for Children everywhere; Christmas is not just about toys, there are other gifts that are far more important. Children will visit Green Santa in his magical grotto and will receive natural gifts. Green Santa will help the children pot up seasonal native Irish trees which the children can plant in their gardens at home. The tree grows alongside the child at home and can be a lifetime memory of that special visit to Green Santa at Belvedere. Wildflower seed shakers for attracting fairies and flutter bys into your garden and old fashioned Victorian Candy are other Green Santa treats

This is an activity based Santa experience suitable for children over 18 months old and upwards.

2 Adults go free with each family booking and families can enjoy the splendor of Belvedere Estate after their visit to Green Santabelvedere housePrices are as follows:

€12 for 1st Child  & €10 for each additional children (over 18 months old).

Infants (up to 18 months old) –  Free with older children
(no potted tree but Santa will give seed shakers and candy with parents permission)

2 Adults go free with each Green Santa booking – additional adults charged at normal admission rate of €8 each.

(All Green Santa Bookings include entry to the House Gardens Park and Playgrounds and  Belvedere House will be decorated in a Victorian Christmas style with décor from the grounds of the estate).

Times Available:  Half hourly slots from 12 noon until 5pm

Treat your children to a magical Christmas experience with Green Santa at Belvedere House.

Booking is advised on (044) 9349060 or Book on line

Belvedere House
Mullingar
Co. Westmeath
Tel : +353 (0)44 9349060
Email : info@belvedere-house.ie
Web : www.belvedere-house.ie

 

 

christmas wonderland birr castle offaly
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Christmas Wonderland Birr Castle Offaly

CHRISTMAS AT BIRR CASTLE December 10,11,17,18

We are delighted to announce that Santa Claus will arrive at Birr Castle on 10 December 2016. We welcome you to visit Santa, Mrs Claus and the busy Elves in the magical surroundings of Birr Castle on one of our December dates 10th, 11th, 17th and 18th.Visitors will meet Santa Claus in the beautiful surroundings of Birr Castle while Mrs Claus tells some festive stories in the library and a trail with the Elves through the magical gardens will lead visitors to meet Santa Claus in the castle

A special gift chosen by Santa Claus will be provided for each child that visits. christmas2015

Bookings every 30 minutes from 12.30 each date
Last timeslot 20.00

Ticket priced at €20 per child
Friends of Birr Castle child special rate €18.00

Tickets priced at €8 per adultThis is a pre-book, pre-paid event. For bookings contact 0579120336

Book your Christmas Wonderland Birr Castle experience now at www.birrcastle.com
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The Award-Winning Gardens of Birr Castle in Ireland and the newly revamped Science Centre are both rich in amazing feats of science and engineering as well as  rare trees and flowers, wonderful wildlife, and walks along peaceful  rivers and the lake. The Parsons family invite you to explore one of the most extraordinary places in Ireland. Created over generations it is an environmental and scientific time capsule.

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Brigit’s Garden Galway

Santa’s Christmas Magic at Brigit’s Garden- December Show Dates 2016

Santa at Brigit's Garden

Sat 3rd (corporate bookings only)
Sun 4th (corporate bookings only)
Sat 10th (Sold Out)
Sun 11th 12:30 & 2:00 & 3:30pm Book Now
Sat 17th 12:30 & 2:00 & 3:30pm Book Now
Sun 18th 12:30 & 2:00 & 3:30pm Book Now
Wed 21st 3.30p.m Book Now
Thurs 22nd 2.00 & 3.30pm Book Now
Fri 23rd 12.30 & 2:00pm Book Now

 

Santa and Elfie are coming back this December – with lots of extra fun activities! Conjure up the real magic and wonder of Christmas with Santa’s Christmas Magic at Brigit’s Garden galway! This year Elfie and Santa will be joined by Mrs Claus, Donny the donkey and lots more, to make a full Santa experience with the professional show as the delightful highlight of the day.

Santa’s Christmas Magic at Brigit’s Garden Galway is a wonderful family show with Santa and Elfie, his musical elf. There’s lots of music, fun, candlelight and Christmas magic!

Your visit will last approx 2 ½ hours, with Mrs Claus and other activities for the first 1½ hours, followed by Santa’s Christmas Magic Show with Elfie and Santa. Your ticket includes:

  • Complimentary mulled apple punch for all the family on arrival
  • Making Christmas decorations with Mrs Claus in the thatched Roundhouse. She has some funny stories about Santa too!
  • A visit with Donny the donkey, who wishes he was a reindeer
  • Santa Post: write a letter or wish for Santa by candlelight in the Crannóg
  • A Treasure Hunt around the award-winning Celtic Gardens to find Santa and Elfie’s lost possessions
  • Santa and Elfie’s Show-the highlight of the day! There’s music and fun with Elfie and Santa, along with the traditional favourites of singing with Elfie, lighting special candles with Santa and everyone lighting the Christmas tree with magic
  • A special candle from Santa given to each family to light on Christmas Eve
  • The opportunity to take your own photos with Santa after the show

This professional but intimate production features well-known Galway children’s entertainer Miquel Barcelo of The Troubador Mules as Elfie, and musician Dan Packard as Santa. The show takes place in the cosy surrounds of the Hazel Room in Brigit’s Garden.

Make the most of the day and enjoy delicious seasonal food in the Garden Café, and browse in the Gift Shop for unique Christmas gifts.

This is a great value Santa experience at only €12.50 child/adult
Under 3s are free if they sit on an adult lap for the Show
Brigit’s Garden members 10% discount

Brigit’s Garden is not-for-profit and a recognised charity
and all proceeds go to support the project.

For further details or phone bookings call 091 550905.
Book online here

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Disney On Ice presents Frozen

Disney on Ice

Feld Entertainment Inc., announced that it’s 34th Disney On Ice spectacular will bring the Academy Award® winning and number one animated feature film of all time, Disney’s Frozen, to life. Disney On Ice presents Frozen is set to mesmerize Irish audiences when the show begins touring in Ireland this November.

 – Citywest, Dublin from Friday 11 to Sunday 13 November 2016

Family ticket of Four – Save €26

Tickets from 

Ticketmaster: In person: From 100 Ticketmaster Outlets Nationwide

By Telephone (24 Hour): ROI: 0818 719300

Book On Line: www.ticketmaster.ie

The entire Academy Award® winning tale will be told live for the first time in this brand new production, capturing the dynamic between two royal sisters, Anna and Elsa. Anna, a girl with an extraordinary heart, embarks on an epic journey to find her sister, the magical Elsa, who is determined to remain secluded as she finally feels free to test the limits of her powers. Rugged mountain man Kristoff, his loyal reindeer Sven, the lovable and hilarious snowman Olaf and the mystical trolls help Anna along the way in this story about love conquering fear.  Audiences will get to sing along with such musical masterpieces as “Let it Go,” “Do You Want to Build a Snowman?” and “Fixer Upper.”

In Disney On Ice presents Frozen, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse take the audience through the magical story based in Arendelle, with special appearances by beloved Disney princesses and favorite characters from Disney Pixar’s Toy Story and Finding Nemo and Disney’s The Lion King, who come together to prove that true love is the greatest power of all.

To create a completely immersive experience for the audience, the set design will encompass the space from the ice surface up through the air, drawing everyone into the story and closer to the characters.

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christmas island wicklow
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Christmas Island Wicklow

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Christmas Island Wicklow

is a themed Christmas and Santa experience that includes an exciting journey on ‘The North Pole Express’ (Santa’s train), a trip to Christmas Island where you’ll meet Mrs. Claus, get your family photo taken in Santa’s giant red sleigh (don’t forget your camera) and you’ll have fun with the Elves.

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You will then depart Christmas Island Wicklow on Santa’s giant sleigh boat headed to see the big man himself in Santa’s Grotto (all children receive a present from Santa). If you’re good and paying attention, then you may even see Rudolph!

Before or after your island visit you can take part in the festive fun with the Christmas movie room, walking around the winter wonderland with thousands of twinkling lights, exerting energy in the giant Snowman jumper and playing in the children’s adventure park. Hot food and drink will be served all day. The Adventure Mini Golf on site will also be open for those looking for extra activities!

Christmas Island Wicklow
Rathdrum
Co Wicklow

When purchasing your Christmas Island tickets, you have the option to donate just €1.00. For every €1.00 donated, Christmas Island Wicklow will donate another €1.00. All money raised will go towards Christmas presents, which will be distributed by Saint Vincent de Paul for children in the Wicklow area. Last year we donated €3,012.00 and we hope to beat it this year with your help!

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Croke Park Santa Experience Dublin

You’d better watch out – Santa Claus is coming to Croke Park!

Visit Santa’s Grotto, the Elves’ Living Quarters, the Toy Factory and the GAA Museum at the Santa Experience in Croke Park

Did you know Santa’s favourite games are Gaelic games? Because of his love of all things GAA, Santa has set up his Irish headquarters in magical Croke Park.

Santa’s band of elves have already moved into the team dressing rooms, which they are busy transforming into their living quarters for the festive season ahead. They are also working with the dedicated team at Croke Park to ensure the pitch is in perfect condition for Santa’s arrival on November 26th, when the Santa Experience at Croke Park begins.

Families from all over Ireland are invited to visit the iconic stadium and Santa’s very special grotto, where each child will meet with the man himself and receive a Christmas gift – whether they’ve been naughty or nice!  The Santa Experience also includes a behind the scenes trip to the Elves’ Living Quarters and their Toy Factory. Not only that but all ticket holders will get a sneak peek pitch side, where even the goal posts will be twinkling!

The experiences includes FREE admission to the GAA Museum, where families can discover two floors of interactive exhibits. Children can pick up their Junior Explorer passport and follow the special route which highlights some of the most fascinating and famous exhibitions, including the original Sam Maguire and Liam MacCarthy cups. A highlight for many boys and girls (and Mums and Dads!) is the museum’s Interactive Games Zone, where you can test your own hurling and football skills – see how fast your family can react, check your passing skills and practice a fingertip save or the art of the high catch!

The Santa Experience at Croke Park promises to be one of best Christmas family days out in Ireland.  You never know, the touch of Christmas magic might even inspire your little one to be the next GAA All-Star!

There’ll be plenty of beautifully festive family photo opportunities, and a professional photographer will also be on hand to capture the moment.  And you can finish off the perfect day with light refreshments and a festive snack in the museum’s Blackthorn Café.  Or you could pick up the perfect stocking fillers for the GAA fan in your life from the GAA Museum Shop!

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The festivities get underway from Saturday, November 26th, and will run on select dates until Thursday, December 22nd.   Dates sell quickly and pre-booking online is essential to avoid disappointment.  Tickets, priced at €8 for adults, €14 for children 2 years and over, and €7 for children aged 1–2, are now available via the website www.crokepark.ie/santa. Children under 1 go free.

The event is both wheelchair and buggy accessible, and there is free parking adjacent to the GAA Museum located on the Cusack side of the stadium.

Croke Park is an iconic stadium steeped in history, and has been at the heart of Irish sporting and cultural life for over 100 years, so it really is a must for every Irish family.

For dates, tour times and more, see www.crokepark.ie/santa

 

enchanted kingdom at slane castle
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Enchanted Kingdom at Slane Castle

2016 updated information coming soon…

The Enchanted Kingdom Santa Experience

For the second year running Santa will return to Slane and he and his elves will be transforming the castle into The Enchanted Kingdom for the entire family to come and explore.

Be transported into a magical world where children and adults alike will venture through The Enchanted Kingdom throughout the castle rooms to meet with a host of fairytale characters & scenes before seeing the main man himself, Father Christmas!

Guests will be welcomed into the Main Hall of the Castle where children will register before being whisked off to Mrs Claus’s Room, The Elves Sorting office, The Toy Workshop and Santas Drawing Room! The experience will end in Santas Grotto where Santa will be waiting to chat to each little girl & boy and give them each a very special Christmas gift.

Dates & Times:

Sun 29th Nov | 12 – 7.30pm

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Fri 04th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sat 05th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sun 06th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

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Fri 11th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sat 12th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sun 13th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

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Fri 18th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sat 19th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Sun 20th Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

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Mon 21st Dec | 12 – 7.30pm

Tues 22nd Dec | 12 – 7.30pm
Free parking available on the grounds of Slane Castle. Experience takes approx 1 hour

 

Admission

Children €20.00 plus booking fee, Adults €12.00 plus booking fee

Photograph with Santa: Professional photographs with Santa are available at €10.00 per photo.

Contact Details:

Phone: 041 982 0643

Email: santa@slanecastle.ie

Booking Details & Information

http://slanecastle.ie/castle/enchanted_kingdom_2015.php