6 of the best places to meet Santa in and around Glasgow
Step into the magic this Christmas and experience the wonder of Santa’s Grotto at venues across the country. We have compiled six of the best places to meet St Nick in and around Glasgow.
Glasgow's Winter Wonderland on the Green
At Glasgow’s Winter Wonderland on the Green families will be welcomed into a beautifully themed grotto, where every detail has been designed to bring festive joy to life. Children will meet Santa himself, capture a magical moment and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas experience in the heart of the city. With limited spaces available, make sure to book early to avoid disappointment. Multiple dates run from 20th November - 24th December. Tickets start at £12 per child.
Glasgow's Winter WonderlandSanta's Galactic Grotto, Glasgow Science Centre
An out of this world experience awaits young stargazers at the Glasgow Science Centre this Christmas. Embark on an unforgettable festive space adventure at Santa’s Galactic Grotto as you journey through the stars in the venue’s Planetarium, help search the galaxy for Santa, then enjoy a magical family meeting with the man himself. With your ticket families will experience a festive Planetarium show, a special meet-and-greet with Santa, Christmas activities in The Hive and a full day exploring Glasgow Science Centre. After the show, you’ll meet Santa and his elf in a beautifully themed grotto space, creating precious family memories and capturing that all-important Christmas photo. Selected dates from 5 - 20th December. Tickets cost £26 per person, while a family ticket for four people is priced at £99.
Glasgow Science CentreBreakfast with Santa at Hampden Park
Treat the kids to a special morning of Christmas Magic – Breakfast with Santa at Scotland’s National Stadium. Your visit includes a behind the scenes stadium tour, photo opportunity with the Scottish Cup, visit from Scotland mascot Roary the Lion, a present from Santa, face painting with kids activities and disco, tea/coffee and lots of more fun activities. Event runs December 5, 12, 19 and 20. Tickets cost £23.50 per person.
Hampden ParkSanta's Woodland Experience
Nestled in the foothills of the Campsies just 40 minutes from Glasgow, a small family-run and owned business, Woodland Experiences has been in the Christmas spirit for over 30 years, moving from Christmas tree farming to becoming Santa’s home away from home. The whole experience is precisely timed so that each child can experience the fun and excitement of the woodland, lights, elves, and, of course, Santa. Running 29th November till Christmas Eve, tickets are priced from £12.
Santa's Woodland ExperiencePrinces Square Christmas Light Switch-On
Fun, music and sparkle for the whole family is promised at Glasgow’s Princes Square by M’s magical Christmas Light Switch-On celebration. The free festivities kick off at 12.30pm on Sunday, November 15 as the shopping centre, off Buchanan Street, comes alive with festive cheer and transforms into a sparkling winter destination. Meet Santa & Mrs Claus in person and share your Christmas wishes, enjoy a graceful performance by the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland ballet dancers and a live piano singer who will set the mood for a magical afternoon. The big moment arrives at 4pm when Santa himself flips the switch and lights up Princes Square with thousands of dazzling Christmas lights. Revellers can soak up the seasonal joy as the festivities continue until 6pm.
Glasgow Princes SquareWhitelee Winter Wonderland
Join Santa at the Whitelee Winter Wonderland for a special experience. Get crafty where the whole family can make a festive decoration for the Christmas tree and then join Santa for a tour of the Windfarm to get up close to the wind turbines. After the tour it is back to the Visitor Centre to warm up with a hot chocolate and festive treats with Santa and Mrs Claus in the Exhibition Area. All children will also receive a small gift from Santa. £13.50 per person, under 3’s go free.
Whitelee Windfarm