The Elves Workshop
Children and families can step into the elves' workshop to take part in hands-on holiday activities. Visitors help the elves bake cookies in Mrs. Claus’s kitchen and get creative with festive arts and crafts. Guests also assist the busy elves in preparing Santa’s official Christmas list.
Nov 21 – Dec 20, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
€8 per person, paid on the door; no bookings needed.
Hours
Saturdays: 10am-1pm and 2pm-6pm; Sundays: 1pm-6pm.
Neighborhood
City Centre
Location
Tips & Advice
- No booking is needed, and tickets are sold on the door, so you can decide to attend without reserving ahead.
- Check the workshop’s listed weekend sessions before travelling, as it runs on Saturdays and Sundays rather than every festival day.
- Enter City Hall via The Mall to reach the workshop in the Large Room.
- Allow time for the cookie-making, arts and crafts, and Christmas-list activities when planning your family visit.
Special Events & Promotions
- Sunday sessions are afternoon-only.
Links & Contact
Run by Winterval
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Frequently Asked Questions
What activities are included in the workshop?
Children and families can help make cookies in Mrs. Claus’s kitchen, do festive arts and crafts, and help the elves prepare Santa’s Christmas list.
Do visitors need to book ahead?
No booking is needed. Tickets are sold on the door.
Who is the workshop suited to?
It is presented as a festive family activity, with hands-on activities for children and families.
Can visitors make cookies during the workshop?
Yes. Visitors help the elves make cookies in Mrs. Claus’s kitchen.
Does the workshop support a charity?
Yes. All proceeds go to the Irish Red Cross Waterford City Branch.
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