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WHERE CAN YOU MEET SANTA IN CARDIFF THIS YEAR?
The whole festive season is building up to the big day, when boys and girls wake up and hope that Father Christmas has left them lots of presents. We have good news for those who can’t stand the wait, with some of the best grottoes in south Wales there are plenty of opportunities to catch an early appointment with Santa Claus in Cardiff*. So, get your Christmas lists together and make sure that you’re all very good boys and girls.
*It can sometimes seem like he’s appearing in several locations at the same time… but this is obviously Christmas magic and we don’t question it.
SANTA AT THE CASTLE
Where: Cardiff Castle
When: Sat, 30 Nov 2024 – Sun, 22 Dec 2024
Join a group visit through a selection of Cardiff Castle’s most spectacular rooms, beautifully decorated for Christmas. In one of these magical locations, Santa will be waiting to greet you. All children will have time to talk to him individually and choose a gift from a selection of quality toys.
SANTA AT THE STADIUM
Where: Principality Stadium
When: Fri, 13 Dec 2024 – Fri, 20 Dec 2024
Explore the sacred halls of Principality Stadium before stepping into the magical winter wonderland, and beating heart of the home of Welsh Rugby. A place where heroes gather, a place of legends, a place of dreams. Experience the magic of Christmas in one of the most unique settings in the UK.
ROYAL MINT CHRISTMAS EXPERIENCE
Where: The Royal Mint Experience
When: Sat, 23 Nov 2024 – Mon, 23 Dec 2024
The countdown is on for the best Christmas experience yet! With more immersive moments, more winter magic and even more festive fun, The Royal Mint Experience is a Christmas tradition you can’t miss.
MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS
Where: St Fagans National Museum of History
When: Sat, 30 Nov 2024 – Wed, 22 Dec 2024
Father Christmas will be visiting St Fagans Museum once again this year, and you’re invited to a very special event in their magical grotto in a private area within the Main Building. Father Christmas will read a story before meeting each child individually and they’ll receive a gift.
SUNDAY LUNCH WITH SANTA
Where: Future Inns, Cardiff Bay
When: Sun, 1 Dec 2024 – Sun, 22 Dec 2024
A special visitor will arrive at Future Inn Cardiff Bay this festive season as Father Christmas drops by for a homemade traditional Sunday lunch. He is busy preparing for Christmas Day but will make time for all the good boys and girls.
VISIT FATHER CHRISTMAS
Where: Insole Court, Llandaff
When: Sat 14 Dec 2024
Visit Santa in the Victorian Reading Room, you’ll be amazed by how much Santa knows about your children and he will enthuse them with the spirit of Christmas. Following your visit, each child will be given a small gift and a magic token for a heart (and hand) warming drink in the tearoom.
ELF TRAIL & SANTA’S GROTTO
Where: Morgan Quarter, City Centre
When: Sat, 23 Nov 2024 – Sat, 21 Dec 2024
Five of Santa’s most mischievous elves have escaped from Santa’s Grotto, and rumour has it they’ve been causing chaos around the Morgan Quarter. Embark on an interactive trail to locate the missing elves and report back to Santa himself and receive a small prize for your hard work.
SPEEDBOAT SANTA’S FESTIVE FEASTS
Where: Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoir
When: Sat, 7 Dec 2024 – Sun, 22 Dec 2024
With his reindeers building up their strength for Christmas Eve, Santa will arrive in his own speedboat! He will then join his very special guests in the café for festive food, over breakfast or lunch. After the meal, he will chat, sit with them for photos and present a gift.
SPEEDBOAT SANTA’S RELAXED FEAST
Where: Lisvane and Llanishen Reservoir
When: Wed, 18 Dec 2024 – Thu, 19 Dec 2024
Subtle alterations to ‘Speedboat Santa’s Festive Feast’ to create a more calming and accessible atmosphere. Background noise will be minimised and Santa will moderate his exuberance. Visitors are free to move around and make noise as they feel comfortable.
VISIT CARDIFF AT CHRISTMAS
There’s never a bad time to Visit Cardiff, with so many events, attractions and things to see in Wales’ thriving capital, but there’s just always something magical about the city at Christmas time. So, feel the spirit of the season come to life, whatever makes it special for you, Christmas in Cardiff has something for everyone.
