Illustration of a santa visit scene (Santa at The Riverbank - The Enchanted Christmas Experience 2026)
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Santa at The Riverbank - The Enchanted Christmas Experience 2026

Visitors follow a clue trail through a Gingerbread Kitchen, Elves’ Workshop, Toy Room, and Post Office to solve the mystery of a missing elf named Tinseltoes. The route includes spinning the Wheel of Wonder, seeing animals in the Enchanted Barn, and meeting Santa in his Evergreen Loft for portraits. An outdoor Christmas market features retail stalls alongside hot chocolate, hot dogs, and burgers.

What to Expect

Storybook trail with animal encounters, an elf mystery, and Santa's loft.

Event Details

Ages

under_14_with_guardian

Timed Entry

Yes

Food & Drink

The Christmas market serves hot chocolate, hot dogs and Riverbank burgers.

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families with children

Vibe

Storybook and festive

Energy Level

Moderate

Budget

$$

Photo Friendly

High

Weather Sensitivity

Moderate

Location

The Riverbank
Lannat Killanny, Co.Louth

Know Before You Go

Tips & Advice

  • Book tickets ahead because places are limited.
  • Allow time to follow the clue trail through the themed rooms and visit the Enchanted Barn and Santa.
  • Bring time to browse the outdoor Christmas market and get food or a drink.
  • Children under 14 need to attend with a guardian.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens along the Christmas trail?

Follow clues through the Gingerbread Kitchen, Elves’ Workshop, Toy Room and Post Office to solve the mystery of the missing elf, Tinseltoes.

What else is included in the experience?

Visitors can spin the Wheel of Wonder, meet animals in the Enchanted Barn and visit Santa in his Evergreen Loft for a portrait.

Is there food available?

The Christmas market has hot chocolate, hot dogs and Riverbank burgers, alongside festive retail stalls.

Should tickets be booked ahead?

Yes. Tickets are limited, so book ahead to secure a place.

Can children attend on their own?

No. Visitors under 14 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Tags

Christmas marketSanta visitsfamily friendlyinteractive displaysfestive foodholiday shoppingseasonal activitiesholiday traditioncommunity celebration

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Last Updated: Nov 4, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team