Christmas at Wollongong Central

Make Wollongong Central your destination for festive family fun, Christmas traditions and holiday shopping this season.

From Sunday 8 November, Christmas officially arrives in the city with the return of our much-loved Santa Arrival Parade, bringing festive performers, entertainment and plenty of Christmas magic to the heart of the CBD. Join us as we welcome Santa and celebrate the opening of our brand-new Santa Set.

Located on Level 1 Gateway, outside Peter Alexander, the all-new Santa Set is the perfect place to create Merry Memories with family and friends. Book a traditional Santa photo, bring along your furry family members for a Pet Santa Session, or enjoy a quieter experience during our Sensitive Santa Sessions.

While you're visiting, enjoy everything Wollongong Central has to offer this Christmas:

Santa Photos & Christmas Memories

Capture a magical moment with Santa in our brand-new festive setting.

Santa Arrival Parade | Sunday 8 November

Celebrate the start of the festive season with Santa's grand arrival, live entertainment and family fun.

Gift-Wrapping Station | Thursday 17 December – Thursday 24 December

Take the stress out of Christmas preparations with convenient gift-wrapping services, helping your presents look as special as the people receiving them. Support local charity and have your gift wrapped for a gold coin donation. All proceeds going to Lifeline South Coast.

The Giving Tree Appeal

Help spread Christmas cheer by supporting local families in need through our annual Giving Tree Appeal. Simply purchase a gift and donate it at the tree to help make Christmas a little brighter for someone in our community.

Christmas Shopping Made Easy

Whether you're searching for the perfect gift, stocking fillers, Secret Santa surprises or festive entertaining essentials, you'll find everything you need across fashion, beauty, homewares, technology, toys and more.

Affordable Festive Finds

Pick up budget-friendly gifts, Christmas treats and stocking fillers from retailers including The Reject Shop, TK Maxx, Target and many more.

Make a Day of It

Enjoy a meal, coffee or sweet treat before or after your Santa visit and turn your Christmas shopping trip into a festive family day out.

This Christmas, gather your loved ones, tick off your gift list and create magical family moments at Wollongong Central.