Santa Claus Visits Leeds with Festive Events Across the City

Various Locations Offer Opportunities to Meet Santa This Christmas

Leeds is hosting a range of festive events this Christmas season, providing families with multiple opportunities to meet Santa Claus and enjoy seasonal activities. These events are spread across different venues in the city, each offering unique experiences for children and their families.

Santa Visits Kirkgate Market

• Location: Kirkgate Market, Vicar Lane, Leeds City Centre, LS2 7HY
• Dates: Saturdays 6th, 13th, 20th December, and Monday 22nd and Tuesday 23rd December 2025
• Time: 12.00pm to 3.00pm
• Details: Free visits to Santa with the option to have a photo taken.

Santa Claus’ Magical Grotto at Merrion Centre

• Location: Merrion Centre, Merrion Way, Leeds LS2 8NG
• Dates: 22nd November to 24th December 2025
• Time: 11.00am to 6.00pm
• Details: Tickets cost £5 per child. Booking online is required.

Father Christmas and Mrs Claus’ Storytime at Temple Newsam

• Location: Temple Newsam, Temple Newsam Road, Leeds, LS15 0AE
• Dates: Saturdays and Sundays from 6th to 23rd December 2025
• Details: Tickets cost £12 per child; accompanying adults require general admission tickets. Experiences include meeting Father Christmas, festive storytime with Mrs Claus, and festive crafts. Relaxed sessions and ‘Baby’s first Christmas’ options are available.

Santa Special Train Rides at Middleton Railway

• Location: Middleton Railway, Moor Rd, Hunslet, Leeds LS10 2JQ
• Dates: 6th to 24th December 2025
• Details: Tickets for children range from £8.50 to £18.50; adult tickets are £14. Each child receives a present on the train journey.

The Christmas Experience at Lotherton Hall

• Location: Lotherton, Off Collier Lane, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3EB
• Dates: 22nd November to 24th December 2025
• Details: Tickets cost £16.95 per child. Two adults can accompany each sibling group. The experience includes a journey through a snowy wonderland and a Christmas gift. A gentler weekday session is available for pre-school children.

Father Christmas Experience at Harewood House

• Location: Harewood House, Harewood, Leeds, LS17 9LG
• Dates: 29th November to 24th December 2025, 10.30am – 4.30pm
• Details: Tickets cost £37 per person and include access to the Christmas event at Harewood, the gardens, and parking. Children participate in festive preparations and help Father Christmas choose an outfit for a special event.

Festive Breakfast with Santa at Village Leeds South

• Location: Capitol Boulevard, West Tingley, Leeds, LS27 0TS
• Date: Tuesday 23rd December 2025, 10.00am
• Details: Tickets cost £15 for children and £20 for adults. A family bundle with 10% off is available for two adults and two children. The event includes a buffet breakfast, a visit from Santa or one of his friends, and entertainment.

Tea Party with Santa at John Lewis Victoria Gate

• Location: Harewood Street, Leeds, LS2 7AR
• Dates: 12th to 14th December 2025
• Details: Tickets cost £20 for children and £7 for adults. The event includes story time, festive snacks, and a LEGO™ gift for children. Booking is required.

Santa at The Mansion, Roundhay Park

• Location: Mansion Lane, Roundhay, Leeds, LS8 2HH
• Dates: Various dates throughout December 2025, 10.00am to 4.00pm or 11.00am to