The festive season is in full swing! And if you're wondering which Joburg malls are filled with the holiday spirit, you're in luck! We have a list of the city's finest shopping centres, hosting festive season thrills and experiences for all ages. Not only is it fun, but it adds a little bit of cheerful magic and wonder to your holiday shopping. Here's where to shop this December. We'll keep adding more as we find them.
Sandton City
The festive spirit is alive and thriving at Sandton City, Africa’s premier shopping destination. The iconic centre has unveiled a spectacular lineup of holiday activities designed to bring joy and convenience to shoppers of all ages. From the return of the award-winning Momo’s Magical Adventure, to exquisite festive lights, extended trading hours, gift wrapping for a cause, and an array of exciting festive experiences, Sandton City is set to make this holiday season truly unforgettable.
READ MORECenturion Mall
Celebrate the holidays in style at Centurion Mall, your ultimate festive season destination. From extended shopping hours to heartwarming family activities, Centurion Mall offers something for everyone this holiday season. Don't forget to also enjoy their gift wrapping service, holiday photos with Santa, fun-filled Elfie Stations, and more!
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Eastgate's "Be Present For The Fun"
Date: 01 – 24 December 2024
This December, Eastgate Shopping Centre invites visitors to immerse themselves in the festive spirit with a vibrant holiday experience aptly themed “Be Present for the Fun.” From 1 – 24 December, the centre will transform into a festive wonderland, offering endless entertainment and memorable activities for families, ensuring there’s magic around every corner.
READ MOREMall of Africa's Find The Fun
Date: 11 – 24 December 2024
This December holiday, Johannesburg families have plenty to look forward to, as the DreamWorks Channel is bringing the popular Find the Fun activation back to Mall of Africa. From 11 to 24 December 2024, families will get to watch, dream, laugh, play and enjoy the immersive DreamWorks activation in the centre court, just outside Spur.
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Fourways Mall
Date: 04 – 22 December 2024
The spectacular Santa Land Adventure is back at Fourways Mall returns this holiday season! Here, you can expect to explore fun-filled adventure zones that'll delight all ages. The 2024 edition of Santa Land is better than ever! Fourways Mall is pulling out all the stops to bring you a festive wonderland filled with fun for the whole family. Join them for the Santa Land Adventure and make memories that’ll be treasured long after the tinsel’s taken down. Click here to get your ticket to this festive holiday season adventure.
READ MOREMomo's Magical Adventure at Sandton City
Date: 05 December 2024 – 05 January 2025
Sandton City is going all out to ensure that this festive season is the most magical one yet with Momo’s Magical Adventure. This show is set to delight all ages through song and dance. Join Sandton City for this delightful production and meet 8-year-old Momo, Mack the plushy meerkat, Sandi the Gingerbread Man and Busi the Butterfly.
There will be four shows per day from Tuesday to Sunday, at 11:00, 13:00, 15:00 and 17:00. There will be no performances on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Tickets cost R 60 each. Visit www.sandtoncity.com to pre-book your tickets.
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Westgate Shopping Centre
Date: 09 – 23 December 2024
This festive season, shoppers are invited to immerse themselves in the magic of Westgate Wonderland! A dazzling winter wonderland awaits in the heart of the West Rand. Step into a festive adventure featuring stunning décor, a cosy selfie zone with Frosty the Snowman, a majestic Ice Throne for unforgettable photos with Santa, and a playful “ice” slide landing in a frozen ball pool. Families can also enjoy hands-on activities such as crafting snowflake and winter-inspired Christmas decorations, festive giveaways, convenient gift-wrapping stations and plenty of magical photo opportunities.
Cresta Shopping Centre
Cresta Shopping Centre is thrilled to announce their newest addition to their holiday festivities, Cresta Town! This is a vibrant, pretend city crafted to spark imagination and joy in the youngest visitors. This festive season, Cresta Town will be transformed into a Christmas wonderland by incorporating a Ginger Bread House/Candy Land look and feel. For R40, shoppers can expect to enjoy unlimited fun. Think free play. A culinary adventure in the Baking Studio. A Craft Station where creativity knows no bounds. Exclusive access to play with the mall's Toy Partner’s demonstration units. And an an invitation to the tranquil Reading Corner, alongside a variety of generic arts and crafts activities, including colouring-in sheets. There's so much more lined up, click below to view their full festive season lineup.
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