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Clanard Court Christmas & New Year Events

Guests enjoy a Festive Banquet Meal lunch accompanied by Santa's Magical Show, an interactive cabaret-style performance during and after dining. Children receive a Make-A-Teddy takeaway gift as part of the entertainment. The experience also includes a visit with Santa in his Log Cabin, where children and infants receive a gift.

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When

Tickets

Child €58; infant (0–18 months) €28 (if food is required, it is charged at the table); adult €58; €6 booking fee. Optional extras: Festive Photo €15; Festive Photo Package €30, including a 6 x 8 inch photo, Snow Block, Fridge Magnet and Keyring.

Hours

Matinee sitting starts at 1.15pm and is expected to finish by 4pm.

Ages

Varies by event (e.g., 'under 14 with parent or legal guardian' for concert, 'Children aged from 12 years old may attend' for NYE party)

Food & Drink

Festive Banquet Meal lunch is included for adults and children; infant food is not included and can be ordered at the table for an extra charge.

Going?

Location

Clanard Court Hotel · Dublin Rd, Gallowshill, Athy, Co. Kildare, R14 FY90 Get Directions

Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with young children

Vibe

Festive and interactive

Energy Level

Low

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Low

Tips & Advice

  • Select both a date and a time slot when booking, as the experience uses timed entry.
  • Send your Festive Banquet Meal lunch options through Manage Booking before arrival so your meal choices are recorded.
  • If an infant needs food, order it at your table; infant tickets do not include food automatically.
  • For a separate festive photo, the optional photo booth is open from 1pm to 5pm; no photo time needs to be booked.
  • Allow just under three hours for the experience so you can plan the rest of your day around it.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Matinee sitting on seven select dates: December 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, and 21.
  • Festive Photo and Festive Photo Package are optional paid extras.
  • Infant food, if required, is charged separately at the table.

Links & Contact

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can attend the experience?

The experience has places for children and adults, and Santa's visit and gift also include infants.

Do I need to book ahead, and can a date sell out?

Book through the calendar by selecting a date and time slot. Dates with availability are shown in green, while sold-out dates are red.

What happens during the visit?

It includes a festive banquet lunch, an interactive cabaret-style Santa's Magical Show, a Make-A-Teddy takeaway gift and a Santa visit with a gift for a child or infant.

What do I need to do about the meal after booking?

Send your festive banquet lunch options through Manage Booking before your visit.

What photo options are available?

You can add a festive photo or a photo package that also includes a Snow Block, fridge magnet and keyring. The photo is taken in the sleigh photobooth and is not with Santa.

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