Where To Meet Santa In Hong Kong In 2024

From malls like Pacific Place to hotels like Rosewood and Shangri-La, there are plenty of places to meet Santa in Hong Kong this year.

Have your children made their Christmas wishlists and sent them to the big man in red? Well, then it’s time to take them to meet Santa in person. If booking your spot at Pacific Place or malls like ifc feels a bit hectic, rest assured, there are still places for your kids to meet Santa but you will need to be a little organised.

Editor’s Note: Know a place where kids can meet Santa? Let us know at [email protected].

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Lapland x Island Shangri-La’s Santa’s Secret Kingdom: The Airship

Santa’s Secret Kingdom and Santa’s Storytime sessions by Lapland HK will kick off in late November and are always a sellout. Book your sessions for Christmas sensory play for kids under 4 years old, which includes a visit and photo op with Santa.

Sassy Mama Tip: Follow Lapland HK on Facebook so you’re the first to know when tickets to this sell-out event go live.

When: 30 November to 8 December 2024 (every Saturday & Sunday), 14 to 26 December 2024 (daily) – 1 hour session during 9am to 5:30pm 
Where: Lobby Lounge, Island Shangri-La, Two Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How Much: $588 (30 November to 20 December 2024); $688 (21 to 26 December 2024) per person; *Children under 2 years of age are free
More Information: Island Shangri-La

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Pacific Place — ChristmasVille (Tickets for Santa’s Grotto sold out)

Securing tickets to meet Santa at Pacific Place is like winning the lottery! Unfortunately, this year’s tickets for Santa’s Grotto are all sold out already, but if you weren’t able to secure a ticket, it’s still worth dropping by Pacific Place to check out the massive Christmas installations this year! Limited tickets are still available for the Crafty Lounge.

When: Until 25 December, 2024
Where: Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty, Hong Kong
How Much: From $180
More Information: Pacific Place

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The Sixteenth – Exclusive Santa meet-and-greet at the kids’ brunch

Ring in four times the fun at Pirata Group’s cluster of restaurants at The Sixteenth in Oxford House, Quarry Bay. For three days only, Santa Claus will be making a special appearance at The Sixteenth Kids Brunch and he comes with plenty of surprises up his sleeves. For those dining at either Honjokko or La Favourita (both family-friendly restaurants), you’ll have the chance to enter a raffle to win an incredible trip for two to the Maldives!

When: 21, 22 and 25 December
Where: The Sixteenth, Oxford House, Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
How Much: Varies between restaurant and menus – see here
Booking: The Sixteenth

The Murray – A wholesome family experience at Santa’s Grotto

Santa Claus has made the great journey from his home in the North Pole and found himself a delightful spot in Santa’s Grotto at The Murray, Hong Kong. Santa will be hosting meet and greet with young ones, ready to hear all their Christmas wishes. A mini giveaway will be given to each family after a photo session to capture the sweet memories!

Sassy Mama Tip: Don’t forget to take the kids to the Christmas village and the Christmas market to shop for unique gifts – both are right by the Grotto!

When: 7,8, 14 to 26 December, 2024 11am to 12pm on weekdays and 11am to 2pm on weekends
Where: Level 2, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central, Hong Kong
How Much: $288 per session (maximum of four guests)
Booking: The Murray

Aqualuna – Annual Santa adventure cruise

Book your tickets for a magical 60-minute sea ride, festive songs and a meet-and-greet with Santa. There will also be loads of other kids’ activities including a candy cane hunt, arts and crafts, Christmas cookies and hot chocolate. 

When: Various dates from 5 December to 25 December 2024; visit the website for more details.
Where: From Central Pier 9 or Tsim Sha Tsui Pier 1
How Much: $250 per adult and $350 per child
More Information: Aqualuna

ifc mall – Santa’s meet-and-greet for free!

Step into Santa’s Magic Toy Factory at ifc mall, with Santa himself stopping by for photo opps! It’s free of charge, you simply need to book a slot online – each family will be given a strict 8-minute window for the meet-and-greet so make sure you’re on time!

When: 30 November to 25 December, 12pm to 6:20pm
Where: Santa Claus Office, Oval Atrium, Podium Level 1, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central, Hong Kong
How Much: Free
More Information: Klook

Fortnum & Mason – Storytelling with Santa Claus

Suitable for children aged 3 to 11, drop by Fortnum & Mason for a cosy storytelling session with Santa Claus, who’ll delight the little ones with a marvellous festive tale, before gifting one and all with a goodie bag from his North Pole workshop. He’ll even lend an ear to any last-minute present requests, even those from the parents in attendance!

When: 30 November to 22 December
Where: Fortnum & Mason flagship store, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
How Much: $500 for one child and two accompanying adults
More Information: K11

Private Santa Visits Hong Kong

If you’re throwing a party and want to have Santa pay a visit, there are party entertainment companies that can arrange a visit for you. Understandably, weekends in December get booked out early so it is best to plan well in advance.

Read More: Kids’ Party Entertainers In Hong Kong – Magicians, Performers, Face Painters And More

More Places To Meet Santa In Hong Kong

You’d be surprised at all the places Santa makes an appearance in Hong Kong. He’ll be stopping by many Christmas markets and holiday fairs, festive displays, restaurants and community events around Hong Kong. Sassy Mama will be constantly updating this page so if you know any more places Santa will be making an appearance, do share it with [email protected]!

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Editor’s Note: “Where To Meet Santa In Hong Kong In 2024” was most recently updated in November 2024 by Fashila Kanakka.