Your Christmas Wonderland Awaits!
Step into an unforgettable festive adventure this Christmas at Solas Eco Garden Centre with our Santa Grotto Experience. Located just an hour from Dublin, Solas is perfect for families and children of all ages, this event offers a magical escape into the heart of Christmas.
This year’s theme is Christmas Candy Cane Toy World, where you’ll embark on a joyful journey into a winter wonderland. Imagine giant toy blocks, beautifully wrapped presents, and oversized candy canes setting the stage for a truly immersive Christmas experience. The entire space is transformed into a captivating world of festive delight, sure to bring out the holiday spirit in everyone. Think 90 minutes of fun, joy and festive activities for all the family.
Group Bookings
For Corporate, Groups and School Bookings contact our Events team:
- Enter Market
2. Meet welcome elf (time slot agreed) / we will check in kids and pass on to SANTA: what kids want for Christmas
3. 2 free fun fair rides
4. Meet Santa’s Animals (Sheep, goat, donkey, Alpacha)
5. Experience our Light tunnel (40ft container)
6. Enter Dome : Santa’s Workshop (with candy cane theme)
7. Meet elf: Make eco friendly decoration for SANTA
8. Meet elf: Make reindeer food
9. Meet Ms Claus in her kitchen: decorate cookie
10. Directed to Grotto by elf
11. Meet Grotto elf
12. Ring the Bell and hear Santa HO Ho HO
13. Meet Santa (Grotto to be built from Giant WOODEN BLOCKS)
14. Get GOLDEN TICKET
15. Photo With Santa
16. Pass through wonky winter wonderland with Snow machine
17. Find the Enchanted Chimney
18. Pull cord for present
19. Enter food court
Christmas Crib
Meet Santa’s real-life animals in a traditional nativity scene, adding a heart warming touch to your festive experience.
Two Free Fun Fair Rides
Your adventure includes access to two classic fun fair rides perfect for kids to enjoy the thrill of Christmas in full swing.
Christmas markets
Tunnel of Lights
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Christmas Markets
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Santa's Workshop
Witness the place where Santa creates toys for children all over the world. Kids can get hands-on by making reindeer food and preparing a special gift for Santa to take back to the North Pole.
20% Discount at the Christmas Store
Every ticket includes a 20% voucher to shop for decorations, ornaments, and gifts to bring the festive spirit into your home.
Meet Santa Claus
Ring the bell at Santa’s cosy grotto, where children can share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift. Each child will pull the cord to reveal a unique present that comes down from the chimney.
On-site Restaurant
Warm up with hot chocolate, festive sweets, and delicious meals in our beautifully decorated food court.
Large Christmas Store
Extend the magic of Christmas with our extensive range of holiday decorations and gifts, making it easy to fill your home with festive joy.
Meet Santa Clause
Ring the bell at Santa’s cosy grotto, where children can share their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift. Each child will pull the cord to reveal a unique present that comes down from the chimney.
Large Christmas Store
Extend the magic of Christmas with our extensive range of holiday decorations and gifts, making it easy to fill your home with festive joy.
Wonky Winter Wonderland
Step into this whimsical space filled with real Christmas trees, a magical snow machine, and delightful decorations. Children and adults alike will be amazed by the snowy atmosphere.
More than just a Santa Wonderland Experience
Why visit the Santa Grotto Experience at Solas?
This is not just any Santa visit—it’s a complete Christmas experience designed to bring families together and ignite the magic of the holidays.
With its immersive décor, hands-on activities, and an array of attractions, this event offers everything needed to make your Christmas memorable. Whether you’re visiting for a day out with the kids, enjoying a hot chocolate in the twinkling café, or picking up unique gifts at the Christmas market, Solas is the perfect festive destination.
Visit Santa Ticket Information:
Don’t miss out on what’s sure to be one of the top Santa Experiences in Ireland this year. Secure your tickets early and prepare for a magical, candy cane-filled adventure like no other!
Get Your Tickets
Child: €25.00
Child €25
Full Santa Grotto experience, including two free fun fair rides, meeting Santa's animals, walking through the Tunnel of Lights and Wonky Winter Wonderland, visiting Santa's Workshop to make a special gift, and meeting both Santa and Mrs Claus. Each child will also receive a free eco-friendly gift from Santa. A 20% voucher for our Christmas store is included.
Adult: €15.00
Adults accompanying children can enjoy the magical journey through the festive wonderland, including the Tunnel of Lights, the Wonky Winter Wonderland, and the chance to experience Santa’s Grotto. Adults can also explore our Christmas market, relax at the food court, and receive a 20% voucher for our Christmas store.
Family Ticket: €80.00
2 adults and 2 children for the full Santa Grotto experience, including all the activities and perks of both the children’s and adult tickets. Your family can enjoy fun fair rides, meet Santa’s animals, explore the Christmas wonderland, and receive gifts from Santa, along with a 20% voucher for the Christmas store.
Sustainable Christmas Wonderland
The Solas Eco Garden Centre is a unique space, transformed from a once-derelict industrial site into a vibrant hub of sustainability, built from recycled shipping containers and powered by solar energy. Solas blends eco-conscious living with community-driven entrepreneurship. Now in its third year, the Santa Grotto at Solas continues to grow, offering an enchanting experience with the theme of Christmas Candy Cane Toy World. Families can enjoy twinkling lights, festive workshops, Santa’s Workshop, and heartwarming visits to the Christmas Crib, all while supporting a sustainable, green initiative.
Easy to Reach, Worth the Journey
Portarlington, located in the heart of County Laois, is a destination well worth the trip this festive season. Whether you’re coming from Dublin, Kildare, or the surrounding towns, the magical Santa Grotto Experience at Solas is just a short drive away. Santa himself has travelled all the way from the North Pole to bring joy and wonder to families. With excellent accessibility from major towns, it’s the perfect festive day out for everyone! Below is a sample travel time from surrounding times.
Eircode for Solas Eco Garden Centre is R32 H9AW
- Dublin: Approximately 1 hour
- Kildare: Approximately 30 minutes
- Portlaoise: Approximately 20 minute
- Newbridge: Approximately 35 minutes
- Naas: Approximately 40 minutes
- Tullamore: Approximately 30 minutes
- Athy: Approximately 30 minutes
- Kilkenny: Approximately 1 hour
- Carlow: Approximately 1 hour
- Birr: Approximately 50 minutes