Get ready to jingle all the way into the holiday season at Fourways Mall. Under new management, the mall continues to undergo a multitude of improvements. The enhanced shopping experience will be further complemented by the popular Santa Land Adventure, which returns this holiday season and promises a fun- filled adventure in Johannesburg. This year, the fun kicks off on Wednesday, 4 December, when the mall will host a one-of-a-kind family-friendly experience filled with holiday cheer, unforgettable moments, and interactive attractions for visitors of all ages.
Santa Land Adventure Zones
The Santa Land Adventure, open from 4 to 22 December, will take families on an immersive journey across five distinct festive zones, each with unique activities and everlasting memories waiting to be made.
It all begins in the main centre court. Here, at Mainland, visitors will get to capture the holiday spirit with a family photograph, peek into Santa’s bedroom, and delight in sending postcards to the North Pole. Exclusive Books will bring a book wonderland to life with interactive games and even visits from some favourite characters. Little hands can decorate Krispy Kreme doughnuts before sliding into the courtyard, featuring games, toys, and face painting from Hamleys, Toy Kingdom, and Build-a-Bear in this vibrant space geared for hours of fun.
Zone 2 is the sweetest spot along Santa’s trail. Santa’s Milky Lane will transform into a sweet haven for families to build Rudolph’s magical trail bag and explore the festive maze.
Next, shoppers will get to step into a high-tech, North Pole-inspired digital wonderland at Santa’s Igloo, the newest addition to Santa Land. The Igloo will showcase a fully immersive winter experience that transports one to the North Pole, without the chill!
A firm favourite returns to the adventure where visitors of all ages will be able to bounce their way through Santa’s Ball Playground. This interactive, energy-filled playground will provide hours of bright and boundless fun.
New to Santa Land is The Wishing Wall. Here, families can reflect and share their hopes and dreams for the new year, post them on the Wishing Wall. Plus, visitors can snap a picture to remind them of these special resolutions throughout the new year, creating a special keepsake.
Adding to all of the fun, festive delights will be available from pop-ups including Oh My Cake, Cotton Candy Lane, Milky Lane, Pizza Hut, in a card-only, cashless environment, at the kiosks outside the Mainland Zone. Seattle Coffee Co will host a pop up near the Igloo to satisfy caffeine cravings along the way.
Plan your adventure – dates to diarise
The Santa Land Adventure will run from 4 – 22 December, with trading hours and ticket prices as follows:
4 – 12 December: First slot: 10 am, last slot: 5:30 pm (Santa Land closes at 7 pm). R40 per person.
13 – 22 December: First slot: 10 am, last slot: 6:00 pm (Santa Land closes at 8 pm)
Ticket Price: R50 per person.
Note: Santa Land will be closed daily from 2 – 3 pm for deep cleaning.
Tickets are now available at Quicket: www.quicket.co.za
More Way to delight in Festive Fun
Fourways Mall’s Santa Land is just the beginning, with even more holiday activities planned for this year to fill the season with joy. From 3 – 24 December, shoppers can capture magical moments with Santa, who will be located in the grotto behind the Mainland Zone. Families will be able to choose from various photographic packages, with custom merchandise also available to help commemorate the holiday. Santa will be taking a milk and cookies break each day from 2 pm to 3 pm.
For those looking for unique gifts and seasonal treats, the Festive Fourways Market will offer unique, artisanal gifts, perfect for bespoke holiday shopping, from 10 – 23 December.
Adding to the holiday ambiance, there will be live musical performances from local artists performing beloved holiday classics and carols throughout the mall. In the spirit of the season, gift wrapping will be available for R10 per gift at the information desk in the main Centre Court, near Toy Kingdom and in front of Sportscene and Truworths, with all proceeds going to the Smile Foundation to support life-changing surgeries for children.
Celebrating the generosity of the season, Fourways Mall also encourages visitors to donate toys to The Angel Network and Safripol, or to support Reach For A Dream at the Disney Chari-tree. These donations will help spread joy to those in need, bringing extra warmth to the holiday season. Donation boxes for this cause will be located on the lower level near Toy Kingdom, outside Checkers Hyper and on the upper level, just above the main centre court.
Upgrades and Convenience for the Ultimate Holiday Experience
Fourways Mall is even more convenient and accessible than ever this festive season, following major upgrades the past few months. New lighting enhancements across the mall and parking areas will ensure a brighter, safer experience, complemented by colour-coded parking, new entrance numbers, and updated directional signage inside and outside the mall for seamless navigation.
An impressive 11,000 square meters of new stores have opened their doors in the centre, including popular brands like Faro, Skechers, Echt Coffee, Uniq clothing and a recently upgraded Incredible connection. Shopper favourites such as Sheet Street, MRP Home, Polo, Converse, and Value Co have all moved into refreshed new spots. To top it off, Fourways Mall has also added exterior signage upgrades, including a Hollywood-style sign, making it a landmark in the area.
The mall’s commitment to enhancing the Fourways community has extended beyond its doors through its support of the Fourways Improvement District, focused on upgrading roads, streetlights, traffic lights, and overall community upliftment. A new taxi holding facility has also been introduced to ease transportation flow, contributing to an enhanced and enjoyable experience for all.
Fourways Mall is the ultimate festive destination with everything one needs under one roof, from Adventure Golf and The Fun Company to Bounce Inc., Hamleys Play Park, and a variety of eateries for all tastes. With free rooftop parking and easy access, a visit to Fourways Mall is both fun and convenient.
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