Where to see Santa in Solihull in 2024

Enchanted Christmas Grotto
Touchwood, Solihull
23 November – 24 December
Santa is about to be back in Solihull, in the midst of Touchwood shopping centre, ready for all the children of Solihull to disclose their Christmas wishes. He’ll even be giving away early gifts for your little ones. Be sure to book online so the elves can reserve your space. Tickets are £7 per child and bookings can be made here.

Santa’s Fields Grotto
Chadwick End
From 30 November
This year Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting the new Chadwick End / North Pole Grotto! Grab a complimentary hot chocolate or mulled wine whilst you meander through the grotto, passing the naughty elves, penguins and even a singing polar bear. Grab photos aplenty in the sleigh before you find Santa’s house and meet Santa and Mrs. Claus – those on the good list will even receive a present and a certificate. To book click here.

Santa’s Christmas Cracker
Core Theatre, Solihull
20-24 December
Enjoy an interactive adventure, and join Father Christmas in Solihull, along with Dotty the Elf, and Dasher the Reindeer as they teach a lost penguin about Christmas. With festive songs and plenty of fun, children can even pull a cracker with Dotty! After the show, they can meet Father Christmas and receive a special present, making it a wonderful Christmas experience for families. For bookings please click here.

Santa’s Story Time
John Lewis, Solihull
7-24 December
Join Santa in Solihull along with his elves for a special story session, complete with a Christmas craft activity and a special gift. All children will receive a special gift from Santa. They’ll also decorate their own Christmas bauble decoration to take away with them. This is a group experience with between 10-15 other children – but you and your family will get the chance to talk with Santa by yourselves. To get your tickets please click here.

Solihull’s Jingle Bell Jog
Solihull Town Centre
8 December
This isn’t just a chance to see one Santa in Solihull, but an opportunity to see hundreds of Santas! Join in for a fun run around Solihull Town Centre, supporting homeless charity Change Into Action. Run, walk, dance, jog or jingle your way around the family-friendly 2.5km fun run through Solihull town centre. Don’t worry about the training, this festive run is about dressing up and coming together with friends and family. Everyone who enters will be given a special Santa Suit and everyone who completes the course will be given a Santa medal at the finish line. Registrations cost £12 for adults and £7 for children under 12 and can be done here.

Festive Family Lunch with Santa in Solihull
Village Hotel, Solihull
8 December
This festive family lunch ticket includes a 2-course set menu (main & dessert) with a family disco and a visit from Santa for the children. Save 10% with their family bundle – 2 adults and 2 children for £63. Tickets can be purchased here.

Breakfast with Santa
The King’s Arms, Knowle
7, 14 & 21 December, 9am-11am
Why wait for Santa to come down the chimney on the big day when you can meet him for breakfast before? For just £14.95pp, your little elves could make memories they’ll never forget with a delicious children’s breakfast dish, one soft drink, an activity pack with a book, and… a chance to meet Santa! Please book here.

Breakfast with Santa in Solihull
14, 22 & 23 December, 9.30-11.30am
Ambleside Garden Centre, Earlswood
Breakfast is £14.99 per child and £12.99 per adult, including a drink and a present per child. This event is suitable for children up to the age of 10. Tickets can be booked here.

Knowle & Dorridge Santa Sleigh
24 November – 16 December
Knowle & Dorridge Round Table hope that the maximum number of children will get to enjoy waving to Santa as he drives past their own front door on his Sleigh! As they did last year, Santa’s elves will be knocking on doors, collecting food or cash donations that will then go to support local good causes and food banks. If you don’t have cash, then you can donate through SMS and online donations. Full details of the route maps can be seen on their website here and it’s also worth visiting their Facebook page where you can keep up to date with Santa as circumstances sometimes force him to change his plans at the last moment!