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Santa Visits the Big Top 2022
Celebrating our 20-year anniversary of the Rathwood Santa Train (2002-2022)
Ireland's Premier & Most Sought-after Santa Destination for the Past 20 Years
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This Christmas come join us for another unforgettable journey on the Rathwood Express through the Enchanted Festive Forest to see Santa, Mrs. Claus, and their dazzling dancing elves.
Beneath the twinkling Christmas lights of Santa’s Big Red Top, you will be immersed within the most spectacular interactive show made for all the family! This Christmas experience will have you bursting with festive spirit!
Prepare to sing and dance along as we help the Wonderful Mrs. Claus and all of the mischievous elves get Santa and his enchanted sleigh ready in time for Christmas!
Please note that Santa will not be meeting each family individually. He will meet the children in his Toy Workshop as part of a group; this is the safest option for customers and staff.
Santa is an older gent and we do not want to put him at any risk before his big night on Christmas Eve so social distancing will be maintained throughout the performances.
What Happens on the Day?
Once we have you checked in the magic can begin! Our elves will keep you entertained in the waiting area until it’s time to board the Santa Train.
Once on the train you will be taken on a magical journey through the Enchanted Festive Forest where you will see Santa's reindeer
First stop: our brand-new Big Top!
This year’s is a truly wondrous and magical show. Produced by Spotlight Productions (RTE Toy Show creators.) You and your children will meet Santa, Mrs. Claus and all the elves in a spectacular Christmas Musical Extravaganza themed around A Child’s Imagination at Christmas
After the show, you will visit Santa's Toy Factory where each child will receive a present from Santa. Our Express Train will then drop you off at the Candy Cane Lane where you can take festive photos with your family!
Pricing:
Child €23.95 - €26.95 | Baby (under 12 months) €12.95. - €16.95 | Adult €14.95 - €17.95
Booking fees apply.
Top Tips for Visiting Santa in the Big Top:
- All visitors must arrive 15 minutes prior to your train time, our trains will leave on time.
- Buggies are prohibited on the train, but we do have a storage area on-site available until the end of the event.
- Please either show a printed ticket or your ticket on a mobile device at Check-In.
- If you have purchased Funfair Tickets please collect these upon Check-In.
- Rescheduling bookings: If you need to make an amendment to any booking, please contact us at events@rathwood.com or 0599156285.
- COVID-19 Money-back Guarantee: No-quibble money-back guarantees up to 48 hours before the event. In the event of cancellation, all tickets will be refunded.
- PRE-BOOKING FOR ALL RATHWOOD EVENTS IS ESSENTIAL
Other Attractions on the Day
Rathwood Express Train
Hop aboard the Rathwood Express Train! This train has been running for 25 years and is still one of the highlights of the Rathwood experience! Tour our extensive woodlands, feed the geese and look out for the animals along the way....
Deer Park
Rathwood is home to many forms of wildlife but our most popular is definitely our deer! Stroll down to say hello or give them a wave as you pass on the train... you won't be disappointed with these beautiful creatures!
The Ark Playcentre
The Ark Indoor Playcentre is state of the art play facility for children from ages 0 to 9. We have plenty to keep your children entertained while getting great exercise at the same time!
Restaurant
The MerryTree is a popular, relaxed restaurant serving Rathwood visitors from Breakfast (9:30am - 12), until 7:30pm each evening.
Beauty Salon
Specialize in brand favourites including Waxperts, Bellamianta spray tan & Dermalogica skin treatments.
Fashion
Country chic, glamourous, casual, active and outdoorsy.. our boutiques and fashion brands have plenty of character and style
Eddie Rocket's
Available at Rathwood! Serving delicious hamburgers, made fresh, never frozen from 100% Irish beef & the best ingredients possible. Cooked to order & packed with flavour with rock solid service & killer tunes.
