Your guide to Christmas at Westfield Manukau
As the lights go up and the scent of Christmas fills the air, the festive season has truly arrived. From Santa visits to unforgettable events and gifting inspiration, Westfield is your one-stop destination to make this Christmas magical.
Explore our ultimate guide to Christmas at Westfield Manukau, including how to book your Santa photo, extended opening hours, Christmas events and more
Christmas opening hours
We’re giving you more time to shop with extended Christmas opening hours. Avoid the last-minute rush and plan your visit around a time that works for you.
View our Christmas opening hours here
Santa photos
Capture the magic and make it a Christmas to remember with a photo with Santa at Westfield Manukau. Whether it’s traditional Santa photography, Pet sessions, or Sensitive Santa, we’ve got a moment for every family. Spaces are limited and booking is essential.
Exciting Christmas events & activities
Papakura Music School
Enjoy an orchestra christmas performance from the talented students at Papakura Music School.
Date: Saturday 5 December
Time: 10am - 10:30am
Location: Level G, Centre Court
Auckland City Brass Band
Join us for an evening of Christmas favourites as the Auckland City Brass Band fills Centre Court with festive tunes.
Date: Saturday 21 December
Time: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Location: Level G, Centre Court
Roaming Christmas Entertainment
We're keeping the festive spirit alive with visits from our friendly Christmas characters! Find Santa's helpers sharing treats, joy, and Christmas magic throughout the centre.
Find out more soon.
Christmas Craft Zone
Santa’s little helpers, it’s time to get crafty! Join us at our Christmas activity zone that’s sure to fill tiny hands (and hearts) with holiday joy.
Dates: 6 December - 21 December.
Location: Level G, near Whitcoulls
Find out more soon.
Chance to win $5k worth of Westfield Gift Cards
Throughout December Westfield members have the chance to win $5k worth of Westfield Gift Cards. Simply head to the Westfield app daily and enter.
Find out more soon.
We're making Christmas easier
Gift Wrapping
You've done the hard yards of finding the perfect Christmas gifts, so let us help by taking care of the wrapping. Drop by our gift-wrapping station and we’ll have your presents looking perfect under the tree.
Dates: 14 December - 24 December.
Location: Level G, near Event Cinemas.
Find out more on wrapping opening hours and donations 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 at all Westfield shopping centres.
Best Parking
Make your trip a breeze and plan your visit ahead of time. Find the best parking at Westfield Manukau for your visit here.
Car wash
No time to wash your car? Drop your car off at Concierge Car Wash located at the Undercover Carpark, Near Number One Shoes, 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, and more. Unlock your member benefits this Christmas by downloading the Westfield membership app.
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 Customer Service team on Level G, near Farmers or call them on 09 978 5310 and they will be able to direct you to the right location.