Christmas at Commercial Bay

Christmas selfies with Santa and festive face painting!

Every weekend from December 8th, 11am-3pm, Santa will be visiting Commercial Bay with his fairy helpers offering free face painting for little ones!  Think reindeers, snowmen and twinkling Christmas trees with the chance to snap a selfie with Santa. Plus be sure to see the Magic Mail Machine where postcards and wish lists will make their way straight to the North Pole. Plus, enjoy a complimentary hot drink from Kōkako with every face painting session... because the season's about sharing the warmth! 
 

Candy Cane Lane

Let the kiddos embark on a festive scavenger hunt through Candy Cane Lane while you take your time browsing! Located by Public in Harbour Eats, this dedicated kid-friendly zone will keep the young ones entertained with activity packs and scavenger hunt adventures while Santa’s fairies add some extra sparkle to their day.
 

Deck the halls with live music & lights

Every Thursday 4.30-7.30pm & Sunday 12-4pm in December, Commercial Bay is turning up the holiday spirit with live DJ sets from captivating local talent, bringing the cheer and setting the vibe for their most festive shopping experience yet. But that’s not all... From Saturday 23 November until Christmas enjoy the lighting of Te Manaaki in Te Komititanga. Our Pro Tip? For the ultimate view of the nightly Te Manaaki light show, grab a spot at Gemmi, Gochu, Queens Rooftop, or Public in Commercial Bay!
 

Festive Weekend Market Carts

The Christmas cheer just keeps going! Explore the weekend market carts showcasing Commercial Bay's favorite seasonal goodies from local retailers. You’ll find everything from holiday treats to exclusive samples, making your shopping experience even more magical.
 

The Magic Mail Machine

This well-loved holiday tradition returns! Santa’s Mail Machine, offers customers big and small, the chance to post their wishlist direct to the North Pole. And this year, with every letter sent, you’ll be entered to win one of three $1,000 Commercial Bay vouchers — just the thing to make your Christmas wishes come
true. Santa's Mail Machine is located on both levels 1 and 2 of the centre (by Concierge and Harbour Eats).
 

Harbour Holiday Eats

Indulge in a trip down memory lane with Holiday Harbour Eats' limited-edition Christmas menu. Savor festive dishes and drinks that will transport you back to the warmth of childhood Christmases, all while enjoying the holiday buzz of Commercial Bay's finest dining spots.