Quayside Shopping Centre is delighted to announce that Santa Claus is back for Christmas 2025, bringing festive magic, laughter and unforgettable memories for families across Sligo and beyond.
From Saturday December 6th to Tuesday December 23rd, Santa and his friendly elves will be greeting visitors right here in the heart of the centre – surrounded by the twinkling lights and festive buzz of the Sligo Christmas Market on the mezzanine level.
This year’s Santa Experience, hosted by the incredible Party Time Entertainment team, promises a fun-filled, interactive visit for all ages. Families can look forward to:
A Personal Meet & Greet with Santa and his cheerful Elves
A Special Gift for every child and baby
Magical Reindeer Food to take home
A Nice List Certificate for every little visitor
Photo Opportunities – capture magical moments with your own device
Pre-booking is essential – tickets are available exclusively online.
Adults go free, but places are limited and time slots are already booking up fast!
📲 Book your visit here:
Book Santa at Quayside on Eventbrite
The Sligo Christmas Markets are running daily until 23 December, located on our mezzanine floor and offering an atmospheric blend of artisan crafts, seasonal foods, unique gifts and festive cheer. This year’s markets promise a warm, vibrant experience for families across the North West, cementing Quayside’s position as Sligo’s go-to destination for Christmas magic.
Quayside will also host live choir and musical performances every weekend, adding a heart-warming soundtrack to the Christmas markets and creating a truly festive atmosphere throughout the centre.
Alongside the festive attractions, shoppers can enjoy the centre’s diverse retail mix, featuring TK Maxx, Next, River Island, Burkes Pharmacy, Monsoon, Accessorize, Regatta, Specsavers, Allure, Easons, and many more. Whether picking up last-minute gifts or making a day of it, visitors will find everything they need under one roof.
Food lovers can make a pit stop at The Bagel Bar, Shakedog Diner, Insomnia Coffee Company or Fabio’s, all offering seasonal treats and cosy comforts during the shopping rush.
Practicality meets comfort with Quayside’s fully covered multi-storey car park, offering 400 spaces and a convenient car valeting service – making festive shopping as stress-free as possible.
Don’t miss your chance to experience the wonder of Christmas at Quayside, where festive fun, shopping and seasonal magic come together under one roof.
