2025 is in full swing at WestCity as the team prepares for Summer and Christmas celebrations. The September/October School Holidays campaign was a great success, featuring a Kid’s Kitchen activation on Level One.

During this event, participants created savoury treats such as funny-faced sandwiches and sweet treats like cute little cupcakes, which proved to be very popular. Over the two-week period, more than 1,700 children took part—an average of 109 kids per day. To ensure the campaign’s success, WestCity partnered with Woolworths, who generously provided all the ingredients for the event.

Diwali Celebrations

WestCity celebrated Diwali from Thursday, 16 October to Sunday, 19 October. A beautifully decorated Raj tent was set up on Level One, and Henna artists were present each day from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Between 60 and 80 people per day enjoyed the beauty of complimentary Henna art created by talented artists.

Messy Mission

Messy Mission has become a regular event at WestCity, taking place every third Saturday of the month on Level One (between Farmers and Pinky Brows). Two one-hour sessions are held at 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., both of which are consistently popular and fully booked.

To secure a spot; bookings can be made online at www.west-city.co.nz

Messy play is suitable for children of all ages, with the afternoon session offering a high-sensory experience designed for more sensitive explorers. Each session follows a unique theme, and the upcoming December event will feature a Kiwi Christmas theme. It’s not to be missed—the messiest adventure in town!

Christmas at WestCity

WestCity has an exciting lineup of activities planned for the Christmas season, officially kicking off with Santa’s arrival on Saturday, 15 November. SantaMagic will be located on Level One alongside Santa, providing the perfect opportunity for families to capture memorable Santa photos together. Visitors are encouraged to check the WestCity website for more details about upcoming events and holiday trading hours.