We’ve listed all the places in or near York to see Father Christmas this year.
When it comes to all things Christmas in York, we’ve got you covered. From buying a real Christmas tree to where to see a Pantomime in York, you’ll find everything you need to know to plan your perfect family Christmas (including where to see Santa in York 🎅) on York Mumbler.
Remember to book early to see Father Christmas this year in York – he is a very busy man!
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For those of you wishing to catch Santa out on his Sleigh support the Lions, the information you need is on the poster below. We’ve also linked the special online Santa tracker!
Visiting Easingwold and all sorts of villages North of York (plus Tesco Clifton Moor) from 1st to 23rd December 2023. Check the poster below for the date when he might visit your village!
Saturday 9th December 2023 (various timeslots from 10am – 4.15pm)
Father Christmas is visiting the Hospitium this year and spending some time with the children to find out what their Christmas wishes are.
In this magical experience they will arrive at the Hospitium and enjoy some self-led craft activities before one of the elves calls you up to visit Father Christmas. There will be songs and wishes, a chance for a photo and a gift. Please note that these are group sessions.
Festive treats will also be available to buy.
Tickets: £12 per child / £2 per adult (max of two adults per booking)
For more information or to book, please email yorkvenues@ymt.org.uk
Various FREE Christmas activities scheduled:
All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
Bellfarm Social Hall, Roche Avenue, York YO31 9BB
FREE SANTA OPTION
Sunday 10th December 2023
Santa is coming to Castlegate House! Meet Santa in this historic setting and create Christmas crafts. Tombola. Refreshments.
Event open to Masonic and non-Masonic families alike.
Three 1-hour time slots available: 12pm; 1.30pm; 3pm.
Children’s ticket £10 each (incl gift). 2 complementary adult tickets per child booking.
Book via Eventbrite (“Alcuin Lodge Christmas Grotto”)
Friday 15th December 2023 – From 4pm
Winter Wonderland – Meet Santa and his elves, receive a photograph and a gift, enjoy festive refreshments.
Call 01904 221 040 to book.
Handley House Care Home, Green Lane, Rawcliffe
Saturday 16th December 2023, 12 – 4pm
Santa will be visiting our Christmas fair! Meet Santa and receive a gift. £3 for Santa; fair is free entry.
Also stalls – arts and crafts – fun games and activities – food – live carol singing from 2pm
Heworth ARLFC, Elmpark Way, York YO31 1DX
🎅LOW COST SANTA OPTION 🎅
Sunday 17th December 2023, from 1pm
Join us for a showing of How The Grinch Stole Christmas, plus food and craft activities! Plus at the end of the film there will be a special visit from Father Christmas!
Doors open 1pm; film starts 2pm. Price: £2.50, includes food. Tickets must reserved in advance in person at the Folk Hall reception.
New Earswick Folk Hall, Hawthorn Terrace, New Earswick YO32 4AQ.
T: 01904 769621
Various options for personal Santa visits in the York area! 4 options available – personal video messages, family home visits, interactive show (for multiple families), and a very special Christmas Eve evening appearance at your home (only available for a couple of families).
See “Santa Claus of Yorkshire” on facebook for more details.
T: 07816 253409
Saturday 16th December 2023, 3pm
Join Father Christmas for a festive tea party, including sandwiches and cakes plus a sweet treat to take home. £10 per child, £5 per accompanying adult (includes coffee/tea and a homemade biscuit). Tearoom also open for food orders. Booking details on our facebook page.
Naburn Banqueting Hall, Lock Track, Naburn, YO19 4RU
Saturday 9th December 2023, 10am – 2pm
As part of the school Christmas Fayre at The Mount School, Dalton Terrace, York YO24 4DD
Free entry to fair. Santa visit with a gift – £5 per child.
🎅🏻 LOW COST SANTA OPTION 🎅🏻
Breakfast with Santa: Sunday 10th & Sunday 17th December 2023
9am & 10.30am slots
£8 per child. Booking required.
Includes breakfast for the child, meet and greet with Santa with presents, plus photo opportunities. Adults breakfasts are not included but will be available for purchase on the day.
T: 01904 782635
