Get into the festive spirit with a magical Christmas tale.  Join us for a short, interactive, relaxed performance with storytelling, puppets, music and more. An ideal introduction to theatre with lots of Christmas magic and involvement for our younger audiences.

Santa Claus is coming to town. Catch a glimpse of the main man himself as he travels through the Safari Park in his sleigh several times a day.  He’ll have his naughty list with him so make sure you’re on your best behaviour!

On the 22nd and 23rd of December, Santa flies by at 12.30pm, 2.30pm, 4.30pm and 6.30pm.

New for 2023!

Located in the little forest next to our playpark, we have created a stunning snowflake light installation.  Venture into the Snowflake Woods and you will also discover a magical wishing tree within, waiting to fulfil all your Christmas dreams…

Our festive fairground attractions will bring a rosy glow to everyone’s cheeks. Ride tokens are for sale in the Park.  Have a go on our dragon coaster, teacups and dodgems, then have a run around in our ‘Santa’s Workshop’ fun house. Christmas magic.

If you’re looking to do a little Christmas shopping, then our traditional Christmas stalls are the place for you!  Our adorable log huts are stuffed to the rafters with all sorts of festive treats and gorgeous gifts.

We love a fairy light here at the Park and this year we’re more twinkle-tastic than ever.  We’ll also be back with our show-stopping Christmas tree that (we think) is the largest in Scotland.

All our animals will be there to share the magic with you throughout the day. However, they’ll be safely tucked up for the night well before it gets dark. Last entry to the drive-thru is 2:45pm and you won’t be able to visit many of our other animal habitats once the sun goes down.

Back by popular demand, our spectacular dinosaur illuminations! Wander through our prehistoric forest and enjoy our spectacular floodlit dinosaur display.  The illuminations will begin at 2:30pm everyday.

We’ve got all sorts of winter-warmers and festive favourites. Try the amazing hot chocolate from our hot chocolate bar, treat yourself to piping hot fish and chips, or dig in to a delicious hot roast roll.  And don’t worry, for the grown-ups, there’s gin cocktails from local Stirling Gin. Yum.

Get cosy around our fire-pits and toast some giant marshmallows.  How do you like yours, lightly toasted or full-on burnt?  Let the great marshmallow debate commence!

Please choose a date and time that suits you as we’re unable to make changes or refunds once a ticket has been purchased. Our Christmas Spectacular event runs from 24th November to 23rd December.

Make sure to book your tickets in advance as we are now online ticket sales only. This includes our members, and anyone with a pre-purchased ticket or gift card.