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The Santa Experience at Life: Operation Christmas Eve

Life's much-loved Santa Experience returns with a new festive storyline, aimed at children aged 3 to 10.

Saturday, 21 November 2026Timed sessions during opening hoursLife Science Centre, Times Square, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 4EPSpecial ticketed eventby Life Science Centre
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About This Event

The Santa Experience is one of Life's flagship Christmas events, returning for 2026 with a new festive storyline, Operation Christmas Eve. Designed for children aged roughly 3 to 10, it combines a meeting with Father Christmas with festive theatre and activities. It runs from Saturday 21 November to Wednesday 23 December 2026 as a special ticketed event, with sessions timed across the run. Advance booking is strongly recommended as this is one of the busiest seasonal attractions at the centre.

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