Kilkenny’s Most Magical Santa Experience, Where Sparkling Lights, Joyful Surprises & Unforgettable Moments Await All! Step into the festive wonderland of Jurassic Newpark this Christmas! Wander through Santa’s magical grotto, help the busy elves in their workshop, and send off your wish list straight to the North Pole. Warm up with a delicious hot chocolate before gathering around to hear Mrs. Claus share her heartwarming Christmas tales. Sprinkle some magic while making reindeer food, meet the reindeers themselves, and decorate your very own gingerbread cookies. Then, climb aboard the enchanting Christmas train for a journey filled with wonder. Don’t forget to join the bauble scavenger hunt—and enjoy a host of other festive surprises waiting to be discovered!
Your Christmas Experience ticket at Jurassic Newpark is packed with festive fun and unforgettable moments. Each child’s visit includes a magical meet-and-greet with Santa, a personalised teddy bear from Santa’s Workshop, reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve, and a gingerbread treat to decorate and take home. Families can enjoy the Festive Jurassic Express Train, Elf Academy shows, Paddy the Christmas Dinosaur dance-along, a festive scavenger hunt, and free play zones throughout the park. Face painting, hot chocolate stops, and a visit to the live animal nativity add to the magic. Plus, entry to Jurassic Bounce is included.
This is what the perfect Christmas day out looks like at the Jurassic Newpark Christmas Experience, a magical mix of festive cheer and dino adventure! From the moment you’re greeted by our merry Elves and handed your Park Passport, the fun begins. Post your wish list at the North Pole Post Office, then make your way to the Santa Grotto to meet the man in red himself. With your magic star in hand, step into Santa’s Workshop to build your very own teddy, make reindeer food, and decorate a tasty gingerbread treat. Afterwards, warm up with a creamy hot chocolate, join the Elves for Elf Academy at the Dino Den Theatre, and dance along with Paddy the Christmas Dinosaur. Explore the twinkling Dinosaur Trail and Elf & Fairy Village on your Christmas Scavenger Hunt, then hop aboard the Festive Jurassic Express Train for a joyful spin through the park.
Bounce, play, and explore to your heart’s content at the Jurassic Bounce, Play Zones, and Fossil Dig Site, all included with your ticket. Refuel with festive snacks, pick up a dino-themed keepsake from the Fossil Box Gift Shop, and end your day with the serene beauty of the Live Animal Nativity, a gentle reminder of the true spirit of Christmas. Whether you’re here for the Santa magic, the festive fun, or the roaring dinosaurs, Jurassic Newpark is where unforgettable Christmas memories are made!
No. Your booking time is for your Santa visit. Arrive at least 1 hour earlier to enjoy activities and keep your day running smoothly.
Yes, Bounce is included in your Christmas Experience ticket, but you must pre‑book a slot. We recommend booking before your Santa time.
At the park entrance (or Snack Shack on mid‑week dates). Collect your Park Passport and Scavenger Hunt.
Yes. Professional family portraits are available for an additional fee, pre‑booking is available.
Yes. Residents must book Santa tickets for adults and children, please contact reservations for the discount code – reservations@newparkhotel.com
Absolutely. The route is flexible, follow elf guidance and your family’s pace.
We work hard to keep things moving, but if queues form, having Bounce scheduled before Santa helps avoid missing your slot.
- Arrive 60 minutes before your Santa slot, your time slot is not park entry.
- Pre‑book Jurassic Bounce and consider booking it before Santa to avoid clashes if queues form.
- Check‑in location: Park entrance; on mid‑week dates, check‑in at the Snack Shack.
- Operating days: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday; Monday night Santa from mid‑December.
- Photos with Santa available (extra fee, pre‑book recommended).
- Activities run rain or shine, dress for winter weather and outdoor fun.
- Park access
- Meet & Greet with Santa (pre‑booked time)
- Teddy Bear build & personalisation (Santa’s gift), reindeer food, and gingerbread decoration
- Jurassic Bounce
- Shows & activities: Elf Academy, Paddy the Christmas Dinosaur dance‑along, Face Painting, Festive Train, Scavenger Hunt, and Free Play Zones
- Optional professional family photo with Santa (additional charge)
- Residents’ Note: Guests staying at Newpark Hotel must book Santa experience tickets for adults as well as children.