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.
To help you make the most of your visit, here’s our recommended path for the Christmas Experience.
STEP 1: CHECK IN
Be welcomed by our merry Elves at the park entrance and pick up your Park Passport, including a Festive Scavenger Hunt.
STEP 2: NORTH POLE POST OFFICE
Write, colour and post your letter to Santa with the North Pole Postmaster.
STEP 3: SANTA GROTTO
Arrive 10 minutes before your scheduled Santa time to meet the man himself and receive a magic star granting access to Santa’s Workshop. Optional family portraits are available for an additional fee (pre‑book online or purchase on the day, subject to availability).
STEP 4: SANTA’S WORKSHOP & TEDDY BEAR DEPARTMENT
Help the Elves make your own Teddy Bear, a special gift from Santa! Pick up reindeer food for Christmas Eve and decorate a gingerbread treat to take home.
STEP 5: JURASSIC SNACK SHACK
Warm up with hot chocolate topped with mini marshmallows and other festive treats.
STEP 6: DINO DEN THEATRE
Join the merry Elves for Elf Academy, earn your honorary elf status, and dance with Paddy the Christmas Dinosaur.
STEP 7: CHRISTMAS SCAVENGER HUNT
Explore the Dinosaur Walking Trail and Elf & Fairy Village while hunting for the missing letters on the Christmas Baubles.
STEP 8: FESTIVE JURASSIC EXPRESS TRAIN
All aboard for a joyful ride through the twinkling park.
STEP 9: JURASSIC BOUNCE
Included with ticket, Pre‑booking required. Get the wiggles out early! Arrive 10 minutes before your slot to check in. Booking Bounce before Santa helps avoid schedule clashes if queues build for the Grotto.
STEP 10: FESTIVE FACE PAINTING
Choose a seasonal design from our talented Elf artists.
STEP 11: PLAY ZONES
Go‑karts, zip line, playground, fossil dig site, sandpit, carnival games, and the treetop adventure play area, all included.
STEP 12: TREAT STOPS
Refuel at Jurassic Snack Shack and Dino Delights with sweet and savoury bites.
STEP 13: FOSSIL BOX GIT SHOP
Pick up mementos or find Christmas gifts for family and friends.
STEP 14: LIVE ANIMAL NATIVITY
Close your day with a peaceful visit to the live animal nativity—a beautiful reminder of the true spirit of Christmas.
Planning to visit Santa’s Grotto before 5 PM? Please arrive at the park at least 1 hour before your booked time to explore and enjoy the activities before meeting Santa. If your booking is after 5 PM, Please plan to arrive before 4 PM to ensure you have time to experience all the festive fun before the park closes at 7 PM.
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.