Santa’s Workshop is back!

Make sure you put the Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village, in Gozo, on your itinerary for a day full of fun and activities for the whole family, on Saturday, December 14th between 10:00h and 16:00h.

Artisans based at the village will welcome you at their workshops, giving you the opportunity to view a variety of local products being created, and stock up on your Christmas gifts!

The village will also be buzzing with games and activities, with a few celebrities visiting too!

SANTA’S WORKSHOP EXPRESS

Get to the Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village in style aboard the Santa’s Workshop Express, a trackless train ride departing from the Victoria Train Station behind the Victoria Bus Terminus (near the main parking area). There will be two return trips during the day, both free of charge: the morning one will depart from Victoria at 10:00h, and leave the Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village at 12:30h; while the afternoon ride will depart Victoria at 13:00h and have a return at 15:30h. You will need a ticket to board the train. Therefore, while the train rides are free of charge, you will need to book your ticket here, as spaces are limited.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Be sure you arrive in time to board the train, as train leaves exactly on time and failure to show up on time could lead to forfeiture of your booking. Please ensure that you present your ticket before boarding. Boarding cannot be guaranteed without a ticket. Also, should you wish to be informed of any changes or cancellations, particularly due to weather conditions on the day, please email your name and mobile number after making your booking to [email protected].

GET CREATIVE AND TRY A WORKSHOP – FULLY BOOKED
If you have always found yourself curious about some of our traditional crafts, take some time during Santa’s Workshop to learn how to create a small token yourselves, together with one of the village’s Master Artisans. A selection of Creative Sessions are being offered free of charge; however, booking is required. Details about which workshops are available and timings can be found on the registration form here. Kindly note that registering does not automatically confirm your booking. You will receive an official email from the Malta Crafts Foundation upon confirmation. This email needs to be presented to the Artisan prior to commencing the Creative Session of your choice. [Note: The Creative Sessions during Santa’s Workshop are fully booked, but similar workshops are offered on a regular basis]

SANTA’S TREASURE HUNT
Ready for a challenge? Interested in learning more about the artisans at Ta’ Dbieġi Artisan Village and their crafts? Want to try your luck at winning a €100 voucher that will help you stock up your Christmas gifts from the artisans within the village? Take part in the Santa’s Treasure Hunt that will take place during Santa’s Workshop, with questions and tasks that can easily be carried out while roaming around the village and within the artisans’ workshops. Look for the QR Code at the Artisan Village to begin the treasure hunt. You will need a mobile phone with a data connection in order to take part in the Santa’s Treasure Hunt.

FUN ACTIVITIES FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
While at the village make sure to enjoy the fun games and Christmas themed activities, while meeting all the different characters that will be roaming the village. Get your picture taken with Santa, and make sure you are on his good girl or boy Christmas list! The restaurant and cafeteria will be open too, serving a selection of delicious foods and drinks.

SARAH BONNICI – MEET & GREET
Santa and his elves will not be the only ones joining us this year. As a small token of our appreciation for attending our event, we decided to get you a little Christmas present – the opportunity to meet our friend Sarah Bonnici, Malta’s representative at the Eurovision Song Contest 2024! Sarah will be visiting us during Santa’s Workshop at the Ta’ Dbiegi Artisan Village between noon and 13:00h, during which time she will be meeting and greeting her fans! So, if you would like to say hello to Sarah and have your photo taken with her, get in the Loop! 😉