
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.

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