We hope you’ve been good, because the man in red is on his way to Westfield Kotara this Saturday 7 November.

This year’s Santa Parade promises to be the most magical yet, with City of Newcastle RSL Pipe Band and a dazzling performance from Ginger, Cinny and Peppermint from the Magical Christmas Candy Shop to kick off the festivities.

Join us from 9am on The Rooftop stage for face painting and balloon bending before the exclusive Candy Cane Lane Show. Then, from 9:45am, Santa and his merry crew will dance their way through the centre. from The Rooftop, past the Concierge Desk on Level 2, and finally to his big red chair at 10:30am.

Find your spot along the parade route or take your place at The Rooftop stage — and get ready to welcome Santa with all the festive cheer he deserves.

Date: Saturday 7 November

Time: Entertainment commencing from 9:00am - 11am

Location: Level 3, The Rooftop stage

Let the holly, jolly celebrations continue

The magic doesn’t end there! We have a range of activities for the whole family to enjoy. From kids craft to live music there are plenty of exciting events to get you into the Christmas spirit.

Stage Performance

from 9:00am - 9:45am | The Rooftop Stage

Watch the story of Clara and The Nutcracker and Catch Rudolph, Frosty, a jazz band and some cheeky elves for a fun filled stage show before welcoming Santa and Mrs Claus before the parade though centre!

Santa's Parade

from 9:45am - 10:30am | commencing from The Rooftop Stage

Join Santa and his friends on a parade through the centre. Commencing from the Rooftop Stage. Follow the parade through the centre before Santa arrives at the Santa set, on Level 1 near David Jones.

Face Painting

11:00am - 2:00pm | Level 2, near Specsavers

Visit our Christmas elves on The Rooftop to receive complimentary face painting.

Balloon Bending

11:00am - 2:00pm | Level 2, near Specsavers

Kids can enjoy festive fun with colourful Christmas creations from our balloon bending Elf.

Novatones Christmas Harmony Chorus

from 11am - 1pm | Roaming centre

The Newcastle Novatones Harmony Chorus will be joining us on Santa's arrival day to fill the centre with festive cheer. Enjoy their beautiful Christmas carols as they roam and sing throughout the day!

Please note, photographers will be capturing content during this event. By attending you may be captured in photos and videos for brand purposes.

Santa photography

The wait is over, dust off your ugly Christmas jumper and book in for your photo with Santa. We have a range of options to suit your family, including Sensitive Santa and pet photography.
Create a magical Christmas memory and book your photo with Santa today.

Find out what else is happening this Christmas at Westfield Kotara.