When can you visit Santa in Galway in 2026?

Wildlands: Fridays to Sundays from 20 November 2026, plus 21-23 December. Brigit's Garden: 12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026. Turoe Pet Farm: Weekends from Saturday 21 November 2026, Fridays to Sundays in December, and Tuesday 22 December. Elf Town Galway: 20 November to 23 December 2026. Lough Rea Hotel & Spa: Sunday 6 December 2026. Loughwell Farm Park, Galway Christmas Market, Slieve Aughty Centre and Athenry 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 Galway?

Wildlands: Children 1+ €39, adults €25, babies €13. Brigit's Garden: €25 per child or adult; under 2s free on a lap. Turoe Pet Farm: Child (2-12) €31.50, adult €12.50, under 2s €17.50. Elf Town Galway: Full experience from €30 per child; express experience from €20 per child. Lough Rea Hotel & Spa: €37.95 per adult, €30 per child including a gift.

Do you need to book Santa in Galway 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 Galway 2026

We list 9 Santa experiences in Co. Galway. 5 have confirmed 2026 dates: Wildlands, Brigit's Garden, Turoe Pet Farm, Elf Town Galway and Lough Rea Hotel & Spa.

For more ideas, read Where to See Santa in Galway.

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

2026 dates confirmed

Wildlands - Winter Wonderland & Santa

Moycullen, Co. Galway

Adventure park winter wonderland with Santa experience and outdoor trail.

Fridays to Sundays from 20 November 2026, plus 21-23 December

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Brigit's Garden - Santa's Village

Roscahill, Co. Galway

Magical Santa's Village set in beautiful Brigit's Garden with woodland trails.

12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Turoe Pet Farm - Santa

Loughrea, Co. Galway

Pet farm Santa experience with indoor play areas, perfect for younger children.

Weekends from Saturday 21 November 2026, Fridays to Sundays in December, and Tuesday 22 December

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Elf Town Galway - The Journey to Christmas

Ballybrit, Co. Galway

A walk-through Christmas experience at Galway Racecourse. Children have a private visit with Santa, meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and choose a present in Santa's toy shop.

20 November to 23 December 2026

Dates, prices and booking

2026 dates confirmed

Lough Rea Hotel & Spa - Lunch with Santa

Loughrea, Co. Galway

A three-course festive family lunch with children's entertainment. Santa arrives during the lunch with a gift for each child.

Sunday 6 December 2026

Dates, prices and booking

Loughwell Farm Park - Winter Wonderland Santa Experience

Moycullen, Co. Galway

A timed-entry Santa experience at the farm park where each child receives a golden ticket to exchange for a gift in Santa's Toy Shop. Entry also covers the park's play activities.

Returning for 2026. Please check with venue for available dates

Dates, prices and booking

Galway Christmas Market - Santa's Cabin

Galway City, Co. Galway

A Santa visit in a cabin at the Galway Christmas Market. Children meet Santa's Chief Elf and Santa, and receive a gift.

Please check with venue for available dates

Dates, prices and booking

Slieve Aughty Centre - Family Christmas Festival

Loughrea, Co. Galway

An outdoor family festival at the riding centre where children visit Santa's Cosy House for sing-alongs and storytelling. It also includes pony ride games and an Enchanted Forest walk.

Please check with venue for available dates

Dates, prices and booking

Athenry Heritage Centre - Nollaig Beo Santa Visit

Athenry, Co. Galway

Families are greeted by Mrs Claus and then meet Santa, who has a gift for the children. It is aimed at babies, toddlers and children under 6.

Please check with venue for available dates

Dates, prices and booking

Good to know

When can you visit Santa in Galway in 2026?: Wildlands: Fridays to Sundays from 20 November 2026, plus 21-23 December. Brigit's Garden: 12, 13, 19 and 20 December 2026. Turoe Pet Farm: Weekends from Saturday 21 November 2026, Fridays to Sundays in December, and Tuesday 22 December. Elf Town Galway: 20 November to 23 December 2026. Lough Rea Hotel & Spa: Sunday 6 December 2026. Loughwell Farm Park, Galway Christmas Market, Slieve Aughty Centre and Athenry 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 Galway?: Wildlands: Children 1+ €39, adults €25, babies €13. Brigit's Garden: €25 per child or adult; under 2s free on a lap. Turoe Pet Farm: Child (2-12) €31.50, adult €12.50, under 2s €17.50. Elf Town Galway: Full experience from €30 per child; express experience from €20 per child. Lough Rea Hotel & Spa: €37.95 per adult, €30 per child including a gift.
Do you need to book Santa in Galway 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.