This Christmas, step inside Santa’s STEAM Factory at Esplora, where festive magic meets Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics!
From 21 December 2026 to 6 January 2027, discover a Christmas experience filled with interactive science shows, hands-on workshops and activities for the whole family.
Event dates: 21 December 2026–6 January 2027 (Closed on 25 December 2026 and 1 January 2027)
Opening hours: 10:00–17:00
Event Highlights
Santa’s Elf Recruits – Science Show | All Ages
Have you got what it takes to join Santa’s STEAM Factory? Join Santa’s senior elf for a series of exciting science experiments, explore the different elf departments and prove your skills as a new recruit!
Behind the Scenes – Science Show | Ages 3–6
Discover the science behind Christmas movies! Explore how special effects and festive scenes come to life through science, storytelling and creativity.
Greeting Crafters – Workshop | Ages 3–6
Give your Christmas greetings a scientific twist! Discover acids and bases, then use colourful chemical reactions to create your own festive cards.
Merry Quizmas – Workshop | Ages 7+
Build your own electrical buzzer and put it to the test in an interactive Christmas quiz! Explore basic circuits through tinkering and teamwork in festive fun.
Season’s Senses – Sensory Play | Ages 0–3
Our youngest visitors and their families can explore Christmas through festive textures, colours, sounds and hands-on sensory play. Enjoy a welcoming environment that encourages curiosity and discovery.
Science on the Spots – Drop-in Activities | All Ages
Discover STEAM activities throughout the exhibition areas! Create artwork using paints made from food scraps, engineer catapults to help Santa deliver presents, explore 3D-printed Christmas baubles and test your cybersecurity skills through interactive challenges.
A Christmas Experience for Everyone
All science shows and workshops will be delivered in both Maltese and English.
A dedicated Sensory-Friendly Hours session on Wednesday, 30 December 2026, will offer a more comfortable experience for visitors with sensory sensitivities.
Ticket Prices
• Adults aged 16+: €15
• Youngsters aged 3–15: €13
• Infants aged 0–2: Free
• Accessibility ticket: €10, with free admission for one carer
• Seniors (60+): €10
• Individual and Group Memberships and Educators’ Card holders: Free
Buy your tickets here: https://www.showshappening.com/esplora-interactive-science-centre/santa-s-steam-factory-at-esplora
