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Whispering Winter Sessions

To ensure the ‘Dear Santa’ experience is a joy for every child, including those with Special Educational Needs and Autistic Spectrum Disorder, we’re introducing ‘Whispering Winter’ sessions.
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step into an immersive

Wonderland, The Grotto Dubai

This festive season, you are invited to step into a world of wonder with the launch of The Grotto: Dear Santa, an immersive Santa experience that promises to redefine holiday magic. The Grotto opens its doors on December 6th and will run daily from 10am to midnight until January 5th, making it the perfect holiday outing for families.

Ticket Pricing

Child: AED 149.00
Adult: AED 99.00
Babies: (Under 12 months - no gift will be given with this ticket) FREE
Carer: FREE
Minimum Booking: 1 Adult & 1 Child
Maximum Per Booking: 5 Guest In Total

Booking Slots

The time slot of your chosen booking at The Grotto is a 10 minute window for entry. To begin your journey into Candy Cane Land, each child must be accompanied by at least one festive elder, with no more than five Christmas explorers in one group. To ensure a seamless passage to the wonderland that awaits, kindly arrive 5 minutes before your designated booking slot.

Experience the Magic
of The Grotto

In a land filled with wonder and enchantment, where dreams come true and letters to Santa require a very special delivery. Families will journey through the Candy Cane Land and Enchanted Forest in search of Santa’s Merry Mailroom. Assisted by Santa’s Elves, challenges and tasks await them on this journey, whilst they embark on an adventure to deliver their very own letter to Santa in his cosy cabin.
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The anticipation builds

Welcome To The Grotto

Upon arrival at The Grotto, your first steps lead you to the admissions desk, where our welcoming team hands you your very own Santa’s letter. With your heart fluttering with excitement and the anticipation of what lies ahead, you’re on the threshold of stepping into a wonderland. The magical journey begins, inviting you to immerse yourself in the enchanting wonders of The Grotto.
The journey begins

Candy Cane Land

An immersive introduction to an unforgettable entertainment experience, at the start of your journey, you’ll find yourself in Candy Cane Land. With a warm welcome from the Elves, you’re encouraged to begin writing your letter to Santa before embarking on the next adventure, surrounded by towering candy canes and sparkling lights.
Let the fun begin

Enchanted Forest

Stepping into a new world, you’ll continue the festive experience into the Enchanted Forest. By making your way through a snow-filled land, together with your family, you’ll encounter Flossy the Forest Elf and Sparkle the Sleep Elf, who are ready with some handy directions and a snowball or two to instigate another one of their famous snow fights. Here, you’ll need to discover the correct route to reach Santa’s Merry Mailroom, in the hope that the precious letters will be delivered on time.
Save Christmas

Merry Mailroom

Step into the delightful disarray of Santa’s Merry Mailroom. This magical mailroom goes beyond the imagination. With letters zipping across the room, blanketing every visible surface, it’s a whirlwind of festive communication. You must ensure your letter to Santa is posted into the magical mailbox, before lending Miracle, the Mailroom Elf a hand. After saving Christmas, you get your very own letter stamped and posted through the magical mail box.
Believe the magic

Santa's Grotto

The moment you’ve been waiting for… it’s time to enter Santa’s cosy cabin for your meet and greet opportunity. Thankfully, your family’s hard work has paid off and Santa received the letters by special delivery. It’s time to read through your letter with Santa and his Head Elf, Holly, before having a professional photo taken and receiving your Christmas gift in this special moment.
Capture the moment

Gift Shop

After your enchanting journey through The Grotto, your adventure culminates in our magical Merchandise Room. Here, you can relive the joy and laughter of your visit with Santa by viewing and selecting photos of your special moments. Choose to have these treasured memories printed, or perhaps select from a variety of festive goodies that capture the spirit of Christmas.

Experience the Magic
of The Grotto

In a land filled with wonder and enchantment, where dreams come true and letters to Santa require a very special delivery. Families will journey through the Candy Cane Land and Enchanted Forest in search of Santa’s Merry Mailroom. Assisted by Santa’s Elves, challenges and tasks await them on this journey, whilst they embark on an adventure to deliver their very own letter to Santa in his cosy cabin.
Scroll to move through the experience
The anticipation builds

Welcome To The Grotto

Upon arrival at The Grotto, your first steps lead you to the admissions desk, where our welcoming team hands you your very own Santa’s letter. With your heart fluttering with excitement and the anticipation of what lies ahead, you’re on the threshold of stepping into a wonderland. The magical journey begins, inviting you to immerse yourself in the enchanting wonders of The Grotto.
The journey begins

Candy Cane Land

An immersive introduction to an unforgettable entertainment experience, at the start of your journey, you’ll find yourself in Candy Cane Land. With a warm welcome from the Elves, you’re encouraged to begin writing your letter to Santa before embarking on the next adventure, surrounded by towering candy canes and sparkling lights.
Let the fun begin

The Enchanted Forest

Stepping into a new world, you’ll continue the festive experience into the Enchanted Forest. By making your way through a snow-filled land, together with your family, you’ll encounter Flossy the Forest Elf and Sparkle the Sleep Elf, who are ready with some handy directions and a snowball or two to instigate another one of their famous snow fights. Here, you’ll need to discover the correct route to reach Santa’s Merry Mailroom, in the hope that the precious letters will be delivered on time.
Save Christmas

The Merry Mailroom

Step into the delightful disarray of Santa’s Merry Mailroom. This magical mailroom goes beyond the imagination. With letters zipping across the room, blanketing every visible surface, it’s a whirlwind of festive communication. You must ensure your letter to Santa is posted into the magical mailbox, before lending Miracle, the Mailroom Elf a hand. After saving Christmas, you get your very own letter stamped and posted through the magical mail box.
Believe the magic

Santa's Grotto

The moment you’ve been waiting for… it’s time to enter Santa’s cosy cabin for your meet and greet opportunity. Thankfully, your family’s hard work has paid off and Santa received the letters by special delivery. It’s time to read through your letter with Santa and his Head Elf, Holly, before having a professional photo taken and receiving your Christmas gift in this special moment.
Capture the moment

Gift Shop

After your enchanting journey through The Grotto, your adventure culminates in our magical Merchandise Room. Here, you can relive the joy and laughter of your visit with Santa by viewing and selecting photos of your special moments. Choose to have these treasured memories printed, or perhaps select from a variety of festive goodies that capture the spirit of Christmas.

Location: Dubai Mall

The Grotto makes its magical debut in the heart of Dubai, nestled within the prestigious Dubai Mall, at the iconic Dubai Ice Rink. This event promises to be a dazzling spectacle, offering an unparalleled Christmas experience right in the bustling centre of the city’s festive celebrations. Immerse yourself in a winter wonderland where the chill of the ice blends with the warmth of seasonal joy and enchantment.
Location: Dubai Ice Rink / Level: Ground Floor / Parking: P3, Cinema Parking
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