Father Christmas returns to Lappa Valley on 12 selected dates in 2026: 28-29 November, 5-6 December, 12-13 December and every day from 19 to 24 December. The event does not run daily throughout the full date range - check the occurrence dates above rather than assuming every day between 28 November and 24 December is included.
Lappa Valley’s current event page confirms the dates and says bookings will open during summer 2026. It does not yet publish the visit format, session times, inclusions or prices for 2026.
Visitor information
Dates: Selected dates from Saturday 28 November to Thursday 24 December 2026. Check the occurrence list above before choosing accommodation or travel.
Venue: Lappa Valley, St Newlyn East, Newquay, TR8 5LX.
Admission: Ticketed. Prices and booking times are not yet published on the current 2026 page.
Programme status: Meeting Father Christmas is confirmed by the organiser. Train rides, gifts, play facilities and grotto timings will be added only when Lappa Valley publishes its 2026 booking information.
Booking: The organiser says sales will open in summer and directs visitors to its social channels for updates.
Check the official page before travelling, particularly because there are gaps between the listed weekends.
Where to stay
The venue is at St Newlyn East near Newquay. Browse places to stay near Newquay.