Errigal View Pet Zoo · Gweedore
Winter Wonderland
An evening of lights, reindeer and a visit to Santa's cabin, tucked under the shadow of Errigal.
28–29 November and 4–6, 11–13, 18 & 20–22 December 2026
Book your visitYour magical journey
About an hour of Christmas, one step at a time.
- 1
Illuminated Christmas Village & Nativity Scene
Your evening begins among thousands of lights, with our village and traditional nativity scene.
- 2
A treat for the children
Every child is welcomed with a little something sweet on arrival.
- 3
Tea, coffee or mulled wine
A warm drink for the grown-ups while the magic gets underway.
- 4
Meet the Elves
Santa's helpers are on hand with mischief, songs and stories.
- 5
Write and post your letter to Santa
Children write their wish and post it in our North Pole letterbox.
- 6
Mrs Claus in her cabin
A cosy visit with Mrs Claus beside the fire.
- 7
The Magical Carriage
Take the carriage through the lights to Santa's cabin.
- 8
Choose a gift in Santa's Workshop
Every child picks a present from the workshop shelves.
- 9
Meet Santa's Reindeer
Say hello to the real reindeer resting before the big night.
- 10
Illuminated indoor play area
Finish with warm, sparkling indoor play before heading home.
The herd
Say hello to Santa's reindeer
Our gentle herd spends the winter in the meadow beside the village — keep an eye out for them on your way through, and listen for the bells.
Prices
Adult
€19.50
Tea, coffee or mulled wine
Child
€19.50
Includes a present
Under 1
€10
Includes a present
Before you come
Entry times
Entry every 15 minutes from 4:30pm to 7:30pm. Entry is at your allocated time only.
How long
The visit lasts about an hour from your entry time.
Dress warmly
Much of the journey is outdoors — coats, hats and sturdy footwear are a good idea.
Finding us
Errigal View Pet Zoo, behind An Chúirt Hotel, Gweedore, Co. Donegal.
Staying at An Chúirt Hotel?
Guests who book the Santa Experience package with An Chúirt receive a personal booking link by email. Use that link to pick your date and time — your package covers 2 adults and 2 children, and you only pay if your party is larger.
Hotel guest booking