It’s almost the jolliest time of the year! And if you have kids, you know you have to go all the way. Gifts, gingerbread houses, Elf on a Shelf, and of course, Santa visits. With the craziness increasing as we gear up for the festivities and the end of the year, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. But, don’t worry – we’ve got you! So get all dressed up, make your wish lists, and get ready to take a photo with Santa at these spots in Hong Kong.
Winter Wonderland Central — November 14-January 4
Statue Square Gardens becomes a magical Christmas Town with a 20-metre tree, toy spaceships, a whistling mini train and twinkling lights. Santa Claus makes surprise visits throughout the season to greet families and take photos. The area also hosts a Christmas market from November 28 and nightly immersive light shows. Everything is outdoors and open to the public.
When: November 14, 2025-January 4, 2026 (Santa appears on surprise visits)
Where: North & South Squares, Statue Square Gardens, Central
Tickets: Free admission. Stay tuned to Hong Kong Tourism Board’s Instagram for updates
Pacific Place Ticket to Christmas — November 28-December 25
Pacific Place and Starstreet Precinct turn into a European-style Christmas Grand Central train station filled with whimsical characters and festive joy. The main attraction for children is the Santa Express: board a magical train ride to Santa’s travelling grotto, take a framed photo with Santa, enjoy sweet treats and meet Felix the Fox. All proceeds support Operation Santa Claus charity. Registration is required due to limited spots.
When: Non-peak: November 28-30, December 1-4 & 6-11, 2025 (12:00 nn – 8:30 pm); Peak: December 12-15 & 17-25, 2025 (11:00 am – 9:30 pm)
Where: Level L1 (near Lane Crawford), Pacific Place, 88 Queensway, Admiralty
Tickets: HK$220 (non-peak) / HK$280 (peak). Registration is required due to limited spots (first-come, first-served) at the official website.
Island Shangri-La Santa’s Secret Kingdom — November 29-December 26
Island Shangri-La becomes a festive wonderland with Santa’s Secret Kingdom: The Magic Menders. Families on Santa’s “nice list” are invited to explore themed experiences in three rooms: Music Room, Toy Room and Memory Forge, to unlock a music box, craft a cuddly toy and design a memory box. Guided by Elf Wrinkle, the adventure ends with a private meet-and-greet with Santa, carolling and photos.
Alternatively, a separate lobby session offers quick visits with Santa parking his sleigh at Level 6. The little ones can listen to his travel stories, share wishes, receive festive sweets or small gifts and take home a cherished photo.
When: Santa’s Secret Kingdom themed experience: November 29–December 26, 2025; Meet Santa lobby session: December 6–26, 2025
Where: Island Shangri-La, Pacific Place, Supreme Court Road, Admiralty
Tickets: Santa’s Secret Kingdom HK$588–HK$698; Meet Santa lobby session HK$298–HK$358 (+HK$140 gift set). Book at Shangri-La Boutique online or in-person at Island Shangri-La
The Murray Santa’s Grotto — December 6-7, 13-14, 20-26
The Murray welcomes families to a cosy Santa’s Grotto on Level 2, surrounded by elegant Penhaligon’s decorations. Each 15-minute private session includes a personal visit with Santa, a complimentary framed instant photo, mulled wine for adults and hot chocolate or juice for children, plus a small gift for every child.
When: 6-7, 13-14, 20-26 December 2025 (3:00 pm – 6:30 pm)
Where: Level 2, The Murray, 22 Cotton Tree Drive, Central
Tickets: HK$308 (Mon-Fri) / HK$338 (Sat-Sun & public holidays) per session (max 4 guests). Visit the website for details and reservations
Fortnum & Mason Storytelling with Santa Claus — December 6-21
Kids aged 3-11 gather at 181 Fortnum & Mason in K11 Atelier for an intimate storytelling session with Father Christmas. Listen to a festive tale, receive a North Pole goodie bag and whisper last-minute wishes. An optional Afternoon Tea package follows the session, with children enjoying it free when an accompanying adult books Afternoon Tea.
When: Saturdays and Sundays, December 6–7, 13–14, 20–21, 2025
Where: Shop 022, G/F, K11 Atelier, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Booking required (one ticket per child; max two adults free). Secure places at the website or in-store
Mira Place Gift Warmth This Christmas — December 6, 13, 20, 24 & 25
Mira Place joins UNIQLO to create Hong Kong’s first “Warm” Christmas Wonderland, complete with a 7-metre Heartwarming Christmas Tree House and cosy photo spots. On selected afternoons, Santa Claus visits the atrium to greet children and hand out free warm Christmas gifts. Download the Mi+ app, register as a member and follow Mira Place social media to redeem (limited quantities, while stocks last).
When: 6, 13, 20, 24 & 25 December 2025; 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Where: Atrium, Mira Place, 132 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Tsui
Tickets: Free with Mi+ app redemption (first-come, first-served). Visit the website for more details.
Aqualuna Annual Santa Adventure Cruise — December 7, 13, 14, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25
Swap the sleigh for red sails as Santa boards the iconic aqualuna junk for a magical 60-minute Victoria Harbour cruise. Children hunt candy canes, craft festive items, sing carols with elves, enjoy Christmas cookies and hot chocolate, take photos with Santa and share wishlists. Well-behaved little ones receive a gift from Father Christmas himself.
When: December 7, 13, 14, 19, 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25, 2025
Where: Departs Central Pier 9 or Tsim Sha Tsui Pier 1
Tickets: HK$350 (child 2-11) / HK$250 (adult); under 2 free. Visit the website for details and bookings
ifc mall Christmas Headquarters — December 12-14 & 24-25
ifc mall opens Santa’s Christmas Headquarters, a secret wonderland where families join elves, reindeer and angels in festive preparations. Explore interactive zones for tree-planting, suit-tailoring and reindeer training. The highlight is the Santa Lookout meet-and-greet with a personal visit, framed printed photo and Santa Surprise Treats. All proceeds support Make-A-Wish Hong Kong.
When: December 12-14 & 24–25, 2025
Where: Santa Lookout, Oval Atrium, Podium Level 1, ifc mall, 8 Finance Street, Central
Tickets: HK$180 donation via Klook. Visit the website for more info and buy the tickets on Klook
The Verandah Santa at Repulse Bay — December 22-24
After a festive breakfast or lunch at The Verandah, children are escorted to the wood-panelled Reading Room with its crackling log fire and glittering tree for a private visit with Santa. Share wish lists, take cherished photos and create lasting Christmas memories in this classic seaside setting.
When: December 22–24, 2025; Breakfast: 8:00am–10:00am, Lunch: 11:00am–3:00pm
Where: The Verandah, The Repulse Bay, 109 Repulse Bay Road
Tickets: Breakfast at HK$330–HK$430 (adult), HK$280–HK$330 (child), Lunch at HK$638–HK$798 (adult), HK$428–HK$478 (child). Visit the website for details and bookings
THE SOUTHSIDE Dazzling Christmas — December 20-21, 24-26
THE SOUTHSIDE lights up with a 10-metre starlit tree, seven festive photo spots and an outdoor 8-metre tree with animated Santa displays. Santa Claus hosts personal meet-and-greet sessions in the atrium, perfect for children to share wish lists and take photos amid the glittering installations and daily light shows.
When: December 20 & 21, 2025 (5-7pm) December 24, 25 & 26, 2025 (2-4pm & 5-7 pm)
Where: Atrium, THE SOUTHSIDE, 11 Heung Yip Road, Wong Chuk Hang
Tickets: Free, first-come, first-served. Visit the website for more information
Header image credits: Island Shangri-La