Santa’s Grotto at EPIC

EPIC, Saturday 22nd November - Monday 22nd December

This November and December, Santa and his elves are back at EPIC, ready to welcome families for the most magical Christmas yet. While Santa’s reindeer are busy training for their Christmas Eve flight, you’ll meet Santa on board his magical plane – Reindeer Airways, hidden deep within the museum vaults.

Dates:
22nd, 23rd, 29th, 30th November 2025
6th, 7th & 22nd December 2025

Your Christmas adventure begins as you arrive at EPIC, where each child receives their very own festive passport and boarding pass for Reindeer Airways. You’ll journey through the museum before arriving at Santa’s Post Office — a cosy, festive gallery filled with Christmas cheer. Here, little ones can write and post their letters to Santa, enjoy some colouring and storytelling, and soak up the holiday magic.

Then it’s time for your flight!

One of Santa’s cheerful elves will check you in and guide you to Reindeer Airways, a twinkling, airplane-themed gallery where you’ll meet Santa himself. The big man in red is the real deal — with plenty of time for personal chats, a memorable photo, and a small gift to take home, making it a Christmas experience your family will treasure. Check out the video from Santa below, he’s very excited about his trip to EPIC.


Date:
Saturday 22nd November - Monday 22nd December
Time:
Varies
Price:
€0 - €26
Address:
EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Custom House Quay, North Dock, Dublin 1, Ireland

Google Map of EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Custom House Quay, North Dock, Dublin 1, Ireland

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