Eastgate Shopping Centre is preparing to welcome the festive season, this time with its most delightful activation yet. Candy Cane Lane is a playful and imaginative holiday experience that is set to bring Johannesburg all the sweetness it needs and more this upcoming holiday season.
Explore Candy Cane Lane
Candy Cane Lane will offer families a space to enjoy entertainment, delicious treats, and creative activities during this magical time of year. Running from 10 to 24 December in the Strelitzia Court, every day from 10 AM – 6 PM.
A Delectable Festive Escape
Sample reindeer-themed ice cream, try your luck at the North Pole claw machine, step into Rudolph’s Gaming Station and enjoy festive face painting.
Each activity is light-hearted and engaging; enjoy an atmosphere that feels relaxed, cheerful and welcoming for all ages. Entry costs R50 per person, and tickets can be purchased at the activation area.
Two optional add-on experiences give you the chance to create something extra special to take home. At the Christmas Cottage, presented by Krispy Kreme and Lotus Biscoff, you'll decorate a doughnut using a DIY kit that includes toppings and treats.
You'll also find the Sweet Wall bauble-making station nearby. Fill and design a personalised sweet-filled bauble. It makes a lovely keepsake or gift!
Meaningful Moments & Festive Traditions
Eastgate has a further array of festive activities planned to celebrate the season. Photos with Santa will be available from 5 to 24 December in the Strelitzia Court next to Candy Cane Lane.
Photography packages start at R200 and offer families a warm, thoughtful way to capture a moment together.
From 8 to 24 December, the gift-wrapping station will ensure that you take home gifts already beautifully wrapped. Nobody gets a peek before the big day!
Costs vary depending on the size of the item, and all proceeds will be donated to Merchants of Light. Embrace the spirit of giving during the holiday period.
Live Carols & Extended Shopping Hours
Live Christmas Carols will take place on selected evenings in the outdoor piazza area. Enjoy a mix of beloved carols, live musicians, dancers, and a graceful skating act.
Settle in at Piatto, News Cafe, Zor, Comida, or Gelato Mania to take in these performances while dining. The carols will take place on 8, 10, 12, 15, 18, 19, 22, 23 and 24 December at 6 PM.
To give you more time to find the perfect gifts, Eastgate will extend its shopping hours from 12 to 23 December. Shop over 200 well-known brands, enjoy a meal, and spend time enjoying the centre’s numerous entertainment offerings.
You've got options! Magic Company, IndyKart Go Karting, Road House Roller Rink, Ster Kinekor and Air360 are just a few.
For more details and regular updates on the events, activations, and live performances: Visit the website or follow Eastgate on Instagram.
