Santa Claus holding a lantern in the Santa Claus Secret Forest Joulukka. | Rovaniemi, LaplandSanta Claus holding a lantern in the Santa Claus Secret Forest Joulukka. | Rovaniemi, Lapland

Christmas Eve Dinner in the Secret Forest – The Departure of Santa Claus

Hidden deep within Santa Claus’s Secret Forest, the elves are preparing for the most important moment of the year… and they invite you to be part of it.

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On Christmas Eve, your journey leads into a secluded forest where a warm and intimate celebration awaits. Together with the elves, you will decorate a Christmas tree, selecting your favourite ornaments from baskets filled with festive treasures, share warm drinks by the fire, and enjoy a beautifully prepared festive dinner.

During your time in the forest, Santa Claus arrives to join the celebration, meeting each family in a personal, unhurried moment.

As the experience unfolds, you take part in the final preparations. You will help place the final gifts onto Santa’s sleigh and make sure everything is ready for his journey around the globe. When everything is ready, you gather together to send Santa Claus on his journey into the Christmas night. Not many can say they helped Christmas begin.

Price of Christmas Dinner in the Secret Forest

Price starting from
359 €/ adult
285 €/ child (2-12 years old)

Children under 2 years old – free of charge

An additional service fee is added at check-out.

Availability and Duration

Availability: 24 December 2026
Departure times: 12:00 (lunch) and 19:00 (dinner)
Duration: 4 hours (including return transfer)
Kindly note, Santa Claus Secret Forest – Joulukka is located 18km from Rovaniemi city centre.

Allergies

Kindly inform us on your possible allergies and dietary restrictions at least 2 weeks prior to your visit.

The Christmas Buffet

Starters

A generous selection of festive cold dishes

Gravlax, cold-smoked salmon with Dijon dressing, and salmon roe

Marinated herring and shrimps

Christmas ham and beef pastrami

Reindeer pâté and vegetable terrine

Fresh salads including herb garden salad, mushroom salad, and potato salad

Pickled red onion, green peas, and seasonal fruits

Freshly baked bread, butter, and hummus

Warm Dishes

Traditional and comforting favourites

Creamy rice porridge

Smoked turkey with cherry game sauce

Oven-baked salmon with chanterelle sauce

Roasted rosemary potatoes and mashed potatoes

Root vegetable ratatouille

Dessert selection

A sweet ending to the celebration

Cheese selection with crackers, fig and cloudberry jams

Gingerbread and Christmas tarts

Chocolate delicacies and marmalades

Bûche de Noël and apple strudel

Freshly brewed coffee and tea

Hot berry juice served by the fire outdoors