The decorations are up and there's magic in the air. From photos with Santa to Christmas gift ideas for the whole family, Westfield has everything you need this festive season.

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.

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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, 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!

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Exciting Christmas events & activities

The Great Westfield Gift-mas Giveaway

Friday 1st - Tuesday 12th December |
11:00AM- 3:00PM | Level 2, near Mimco

Are you ready to unlock magical possibilities with The Great Westfield Gift-mas Giveaway? This Christmas, Westfield members can WIN instant daily prizes from 1 December.

Find out more, coming soon.

Gingerbread Village

Each Saturday and Sunday in December | 10:00am - 2:00pm | Level 2, outside Specsavers

Kids can attend Gingerbread Village kids zone for a range of exciting craft activities each Saturday and Sunday in December.

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We're making Christmas easier

Gift Wrapping
Level 2, outside Seed

You've done the hard yards of finding the perfect Christmas gifts, so let us help by taking care of the wrapping. Visit our community partners at the Gift Wrapping zone and make a donation to have your gift wrapped.

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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. Between 1-24 December, customers are invited to head to Westfield Kotara to take a free bauble and purchase a Digital Gift Card for a loved one.

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

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.

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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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