

Santa by the Sea at the Shoreline Hotel, Donabate
About the event
Santa by the Sea is the Shoreline Hotel's festive family day in Donabate. Each child visits Santa in his grotto and receives a Christmas gift, and families enjoy lunch in the Martello Suite, a kids' festive disco and face painting. Afterwards, take a stroll on the beach.
Dates: 28–29 November; 6, 12–13 and 19–20 December 2026, from 2pm to 6.30pm.
Prices
- Adults, with a two-course lunch and tea or coffee: €30
- Children over 3, with the Santa visit, a gift and the kids' menu: €32.95
- Children under 3, with the Santa visit, a gift and a baby bowl: €20
- Photo with Santa: €10
Book by email at [email protected] or by phone on 01 810 9200 (option 2); full payment is taken when you book. Add your children's ages in the booking notes so Santa has the right gift.
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Upcoming dates
This event runs on several dates — pick the one that suits you.
November 2026
- Sat 28 · 2pm–6.30pm
- Sun 29 · 2pm–6.30pm
December 2026
- Sun 6 · 2pm–6.30pm
- Sat 12 · 2pm–6.30pm
- Sun 13 · 2pm–6.30pm
- Sat 19 · 2pm–6.30pm
- Sun 20 · 2pm–6.30pm





