Merry Christmas!
EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS AT HASTINGS INSURANCE MACHALE PARK!
This December, Hastings Insurance MacHale Park will be transformed into a magical Christmas experience where children can meet Santa, share their Christmas wishes and create memories they will treasure for years to come.
But this is no ordinary Santa’s Grotto…
TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026
A GROTTO WITH A MAYO GAA TWIST
Every child who visits Santa will have the opportunity to see the Sam Maguire Cup up close — making this a truly unique Christmas experience for children and families across Mayo.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A magical visit with Santa
Tell Santa your Christmas wishes and enjoy a special moment together.
A special gift for every child
A little something to take home and treasure.
Storytelling with Mrs. Claus
Settle in and enjoy a magical Christmas story.
Gingerbread decorating with Santa’s elves
Get creative and decorate your very own festive gingerbread treat.
Festive face painting with the elves
Choose your favourite Christmas design and let Santa’s elves add a little extra magic.
Meet Santa’s elves
And join in the Christmas fun.
See the Sam Maguire Cup
A unique opportunity for every child to see Mayo’s famous trophy.
Capture those special memories
Bring your camera for a truly festive photo opportunity.
A beautifully decorated festive grotto
Filled with Christmas lights and festive magic.
Festive refreshments
For families to enjoy together.
A fun-filled family experience
A fun-filled Christmas experience for the whole family.
Hot chocolate on arrival
Warm up with a delicious hot chocolate as you begin your magical Christmas adventure.
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PLACES ARE LIMITED, SO FAMILIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO BOOK IN ADVANCE TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT.
BOOK YOUR SANTA EXPERIENCE BELOW
Includes the full Santa’s Grotto experience, including all activities, a visit with Santa, a special gift, gingerbread decorating, face painting, storytelling with Mrs. Claus and the opportunity to see the Sam Maguire Cup.
TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026
Adults will accompany their children throughout the experience and enjoy the festive atmosphere at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park along with hot chocolate on arrival.
TICKETS WILL GO ON SALE MONDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 2026
CHRISTMAS MAGIC
By visiting Santa’s Grotto, you are not only giving your children a magical Christmas experience — you are also supporting Mayo GAA and helping us continue to develop and support Gaelic Games throughout our communities.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Hastings Insurance MacHale Park this Christmas!
Santa is coming to Mayo… and he’s bringing the Sam Maguire with him! 🎅🏆
