Winter Wonderland

Christmas has finally arrived and IKEA has lots in store this year! From their Christmas shop to Santa arriving in store, they have a wide range to offer to all ages.

Santa will be arriving to IKEA Dublin at the end of November. Children can visit Santa in his grotto and meet his happy little helpers! Santa will also be giving out FREE gifts to all children. He will be here every weekend from the 26th of November from 10am- 4pm so make sure you don’t miss him.

Their Christmas trees will also be arriving in store on the 23rd of November. Pick up a real tree for just €30 and take home a €20 coupon! There will be a huge range of trees for you to choose from, so come in store and get yours. The IKEA Christmas shop is not to be missed. Decorate your tree and your home with their wide variety of Christmas decorations, lighting, props and many more. Check out the new Christmas range on their website. For more information, visit www.IKEA.ie 

 

THIS IS NO ORDINARY PANTO, IT’S THE GAIETY PANTO!

Robin Hood and His Merry Men is this year’s Gaiety Panto with performances from 27th November 2016 until the 8th January 2017. The Gaiety Panto will give this timeless tale its familiar lavish and fun-loving touch. Tickets priced from €19.50 (including booking fee and restoration levy) are on sale now.A Pantomime Extravaganza packed full of merriment with singing, dancing and laughter, join us as we follow Robin Hood and His Merry Men on their adventures in Sherwood Forest but but beware of the evil Sheriff as he greedily collects the ever growing taxes.The tradition that is the Gaiety panto, families come from far and wide to experience the renowned Gaiety Panto and for many it has become as much a family Christmas tradition, as Santa himself! “A True Christmas

 

Tradition..packed full of big laughs” – Primary Times

Book now at Ticketmaster outlets and Gaiety Theatre Box Offices

24hour Telephone: 0818 719 388 Group Bookings: +353 16486029

 

The Greatest Story Ever Told

The Perfect Class Day Out, Laugh and Learn! This year, the Moving Crib will be celebrating its 60th birthday. Having undergone major renovations last year, you are now greeted with a montage of many historical / fun stories, including Noah’s Ark, The Wise Men and many more. These scenes, competitions, an illusion wall and a little touch of magic are all sure to guarantee a fun learning experience for children of all ages. It is the perfect class day out in the run up to Christmas! Encourage your students to take part in our “Draw a Leaf” competition and they could be in with a chance to win a tablet! You could also win a Hamper of Books for your class, a €50 Voucher for the class, an annual subscription delivered to your School & Much More! Simply by registering your School / Class when you visit The Moving Crib this Christmas season. Christmas Carols in association with The Bray Gospel  Choir on Sunday 11th December. For more information and to book tickets visit our website.

You must book your group online www.stmartin.ie/crib to avoid disappointment or call (01) 874 5465. Monday 21st November – Sunday 8th January St. Martin Apostolate, 42 Parnell Square West, Dublin 1. E: crib@stmartin.ie 

 

What can I expect at Santa’s House Express?

2016 at Santas House Express will have many new attractions, performers and entertainment along all the old favourites to thrill old friends and new. Check in and receive your Boarding pass and let your festive journey begin. All participants will first be brought to Santa’s HQ where their Chief Elf will require some help from all our guests in making some big decisions about this Christmas! Depart on Santa’s Polar Express Train through the beautiful grounds of Palmerstown House Estate till you reach the manor. Jump off the train at Santa’s magnificent Manor Home and enter into the stunning, glistening hallway. In Santa’s house you will be invited to step inside a magical candy cane room before visiting Mrs Claus in her sitting room where she will tell you all the stories about looking after the main man himself. Venture up the magnificent staircase and visit Santa in his reading room. Santa will greet & spend some time with you all & of course have a special present for all the boys and girls who were very good throughout the year!! Don’t forget to bring your letter! A warm festive welcome awaits you back at their Guest House. Enjoy a hot chocolate and some festive treats amongst the wonderful festive decor and atmosphere. Join them for lunch or dinner and be entertained by some special guests and performers where the kids can join in and get their picture taken with them! They will have all your favourite Christmas goodies from plum puddings to cranberry sauce, crepes to festive candies and wash it all down with some mulled cider. Say goodbye to all Santa’s helpers in the village and stables including the Deer, their resident Turkey and their friends.

It truly will be a magical visit. To book go to www.santashouseexpress.ie 

 

Making Magic Memories this Christmas at the Butlers Chocolate Experience

Butlers Chocolate Experience have Christmas all wrapped up this December, with 4 weekends of festive fun planned. 

Jingle all the way through the interactive Chocolate Museum and view the elves hard at work in the factory. (Weekdays only) 

Journey through the magic of a real life chocolate factory and learn the history of chocolate through a short film and lots of interactive digital touch screens. Have fun filling in the worksheets as you make your way through the museum, picking up nuggets of chocolatey facts along the way. 

Step into the shoes of a Christmas elf in the demonstration room and create your very own chocolate Santa to take home as a treasured souvenir. 

Afterwards, every child gets the opportunity to meet Santa Claus in a Winter Wonderland and each child and baby will get a chocolate gift to take home and a chance to take some treasured pictures to look back on in years to come.

Whether introducing a child to Santa for the first time or honouring a family tradition, a visit to Butlers Chocolate Experience is the perfect way to start the festive season. 

Dates: 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th, 21st-23rd December
Times:  from 10am
Venue: Butlers Chocolate Experience, Clonshaugh Business Park, Dublin 17

Tel: +353 1 6710599

Child €15.00 | Adult €13.50

Website: www.butlerschocolate.com Book online and save 5% discount