As trees and decorations go up, festive food hits the shelves and magic starts to fill the air - it really starts to feel like Christmas. As the home of Christmas, Westfield has everything you need to make the festive season extra special.

We've compiled this ultimate guide to Christmas at Westfield Bondi, including how to book your Santa Photography session, Christmas opening hours, local Christmas events and more.

Christmas opening hours

We’ve extended our opening hours in the lead up to Christmas so you have more time to shop. Plan ahead and shop at a time that suits you.

See our Christmas opening hours here >

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Santa photos

Create a Christmas memory and book your Santa photo at Westfield Bondi. Bookings are essential for Santa Photography, Pet Photography, and Sensitive Santa Photography sessions so book online to secure a time that’s convenient for you. Our sessions can book out quickly, so book in early to secure your spot!

Find out more >

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Exciting Christmas events & activities

Festive Entertainment

We're keeping the Christmas spirit alive with visits from our friendly Christmas characters! Find Santa's helpers sprinkling Christmas magic throughout the centre:

Dates	Times	Performer
SUN 1 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Have an Ice Day - Ballerina Duo en Pointe
SAT 7 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Bondi Bellhops
SAT 14 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Bondi Bellhops
SUN 15 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Sugar Plum Symphony - Ballerina Duo en Pointe
THURS 19 DEC	4PM - 7PM	Make it Rein-Deer
FRI 20 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Sleigh Belles
SAT 21 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Bondi Bellhops
SAT 21 DEC	1PM - 4PM	Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer
SUN 22 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Sleigh What!? - 90's Festive Hip Hop Breaking Dancers
MON 23 DEC	11AM - 1PM	Gingerbread Person
TUES 24 DEC	12PM - 3PM	Bondi Bellhops

The East Pole

A magical Christmas experience awaits at The East Pole, located on Level 6 near Max Brenner.

Santa's Workshop

Location | The East Pole, Level 6 near Max Brenner

Let the holly, jolly celebrations continue at Santa's Workshop. We have a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy. From workshops, to craft, to letter's to Santa, there are plenty of exciting events to get you into the Christmas spirit.

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12 Days of Giftmas: Chance to win prizes daily

Location | The East Pole, Level 6 near Max Brenner

Are you ready to unlock magical possibilities? This Christmas, Westfield members can WIN instant daily prizes from 1 December with our 12 days of Gift-mas Giveaway!

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Chance to win with our ultimate $10k gift bundle

Location | The East Pole, Level 6 near Max Brenner

Throughout December you have the chance to WIN the ultimate $10k gift bundle with prizes from Mecca, Rebel, David Jones, EB Games and more!

Find out more >

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We're making Christmas easier

Gift Wrapping

You've done the hard yards of finding the perfect Christmas gifts, so let us help by taking care of the wrapping.

Gift Wrapping will begin on Friday 13 December. More details here >

Still stuck for Christmas gift ideas?

Let them choose their perfect gift with a Westfield Gift Card and Physical Westfield Gift Cards can be purchased from our concierge desk at all Westfield Shopping Centres and Westfield Digital Gift Cards can be purchased online and delivered straight to their inbox.

Best Parking

Make your trip a breeze and plan your visit ahead of time. Find the best parking at Westfield Bondi for your visit here.

Car wash

No time to wash your car? Drop your car off at Star Car Wash located on P4 next to Valet or Level 6 of Car Park R1 Aqua Hollywood Ave Entry and the team will have it freshly cleaned and ready to go when you've finished your shopping.

Make the most of every shopping trip with Westfield membership

We’ve been dishing out plenty of incredible member offers, events, extended free parking. Unlock your member benefits this Christmas by downloading the Westfield membership app.

Find out more >

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Need help navigating the centre?

If you need to locate a specific store or event but are not sure where it is, visit our friendly concierge team on level 3 Myer Side, or on level 3 David Jones side or call them on 02 9947 8000 and they will be able to direct you to the right location.

Give the gift of hope this Christmas

Support Lifeline throughout November and Westfield will match your donation. * Find out more >>

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