Christmas Comes Early In The City
Bustling markets, street performances, large-scale decorations and more on now until Christmas Eve.
Christmas has come early in the heart of the city this year! Discover bespoke gift ideas at over 200 retail stores, plan your celebrations at an incredible selection of rooftop bars and world-class restaurants and explore a trail of 20+ incredible decorations, activations and pop-up street performers.
As you stroll the vibrant streets ticking off your gift list, watch live performances in and around Te Komititanga's Christmas Pavilion and along Queen Street, browse bustling Christmas markets, marvel at Smith & Caughey's Christmas windows and even drop in to see Santa as part of his Enchanted Forest experience or when he's paying a visit to SkyCity's festivities. There's a huge programme of festivities to discover - and Heart of the City's brand new interactive trail map makes it easy too - check it out on Heart of the City's website now.
Plus, there's guides on all the best Christmas concerts, theatre shows and other events to fill your calendars with this silly season!
For the full line-up of all things Christmas in the city centre this year, head to www.heartofthecity.co.nz/christmas.
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