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 Kotara, 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

Tis’ the season to be making merry memories. Create a Christmas memory and book your Santa photo at Westfield Kotara. Bookings are essential for Santa Photography, Pet Photography, Sensitive Santa Photography and Auslan Santa 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!

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Exciting Christmas events & activities

We've got excitement, entertainment and exclusives for the whole family this Christmas. Read on to find out what's happening at Westfield Kotara.

Win with 12 Days of Gift-mas

1st - 12th December

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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Kids Christmas Craft

*Saturday 7th, 14th, 21st December

Are you looking for something fun to entertain the kid's leading up to Christmas?
Bring your little elves to our kid's Christmas craft zone for free Christmas fun with ou friendly team!
Your little ones will never get bored with various Christmas craft activities!

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A Merry Little Christmas on The Rooftop

Saturday 14 December | 4:15pm - 7:15pm

Celebrate the magic of the season with our Twilight Kids Christmas Concert! Join us at Westfield Kotara as we light up the stage with festive songs, dance, and holiday cheer. Perfect for families, this special evening brings together the joy of Christmas in a heartwarming community event.

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Past events

Santa's Arrival Parade

Santa made his list and checked it twice. We welcomed Santa and all his friends to Westfield Kotara on Saturday 9 November.

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We're making Christmas easier

Community Gift Wrapping

Level 2, outside Supre | Friday 13th December - Tuesday 24th December

You've done the hard yards of finding the perfect gifts, so let us help by doing the wrapping. Have your presents gift wrapped for a donation per present. Any and all donations count and go towards a good cause.

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Westfield Gift Cards

Stuck for a Christmas gift idea? Let them choose their perfect gift with a Westfield Gift Card. 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 Tuggerah for your visit here >

Car wash

No time to wash your car? Drop your car off at Snap Car Wash located when entering from Park Avenue or at Snap Car Wash Valet on Level 2 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. Unlock your member benefits this Christmas by downloading the Westfield membership app.

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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 2 near OPSM or call them on 02 4016 2570 and they will be able to direct you to the right location.

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