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!

Find out more.

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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.

Santa's Arrival Parade
Sat, 7 Nov | 9:00am - 11:00am

Santa’s sleigh is on its way! Come along and welcome the jolly man in red with a fun-filled parade featuring his cheeky elves, music and festive cheer.

Find out more.

Kids Christmas Craft
Sat 5, 12, 19 Dec | 11am - 2pm
Are you looking for something fun to entertain the kid's leading up to Christmas?
Bring your little elves to our kid's The Christmas Corner for free Christmas fun with our friendly team!
Your little ones will never get bored with various Christmas craft activities!

Find out more soon.

Face Painting on The Rooftop
Join us every Saturday afternoon for free Christmas face painting on The Rooftop.
Keep the kids entertained while you relax and enjoy your meal under the summer sky.

Find out more here soon.

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We're making Christmas easier

Community Gift Wrapping

Level 2, outside Seed | Friday 11th December - Thursday 24th December

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

Find out more soon.

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 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 Kotara 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

This festive season, enjoy exclusive member only offers, events, competitions, extended free parking and more. Unlock your member benefits this Christmas by downloading the Westfield membership app.

Find out more.

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Need help finding your way?

Make your Christmas shopping trip a little easier with in-app navigation. Use the Westfield app to find your favourite stores, Christmas experiences, parents’ rooms, bathrooms and Concierge, with guided directions to help you get there. Simply tap Map on the app home screen, select your destination and tap Directions to get started.

Explore the centre map.

Prefer a helping hand? Visit our friendly Concierge team on Level 2 near OPSM or call 02 4016 2570 for assistance finding your way around the centre.

Give the gift of hope this Christmas

This Christmas, support those in need by donating to Lifeline.

Find out more here.

Find out what else is happening at Westfield Kotara.