Parkview Christmas Market
George Hay Park, Parkview
A Kids Zone all weekend, plus a family movie night in the park on Saturday.
Adults R60 · under-12s no charge · cards only
Kid-Friendly Christmas Guide 2026
A Very Merry Joburg
Christmas markets, mall magic and lights made for little ones
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Christmas markets
Confirmed 2026 dates with kids’ zones, entry fees and calendar links.
The Linden Market: Festive Edition
Franklin Roosevelt Park, Randburg
Kids' entertainment all day, plus a dog adoption pop-up.
08:30 to 16:30
Black Horse Christmas Market
Magaliesburg
A kids' play area and an afternoon ice cream tasting.
Sunday 10:00 to 16:00
Tin Road Christmas Market
Syringa Café, Bromhof
A jumping castle, face painting and a kiddies' play area.
No entry fee · 09:00 to 16:00
Vintage Christmas & Gift Market
Irene Village Mall, Centurion
A vintage carousel and toy stalls among 150+ stands.
No entry fee · 09:00 to 17:00
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Shows & Christmas Day
Pantos, ballets and festive lunches. Book ahead: these sell out.
Alice in Wonderland: The Panto
Joburg Theatre, Braamfontein
Janice Honeyman's 2026 panto, packed with audience participation.
Book via Joburg Theatre
How the Grinch Stole Christmas!
National Children's Theatre, Parktown
Whoville comes to life in a festive musical made for families.
From R180 · 10:30 and 14:30 · Quicket
The Ginger Who Lost His Christmas Spark
Pieter Toerien Theatre, Montecasino
A Christmas ballet with snow, hip-hop battles and a gingerbread hero.
R200 to R350 · Webtickets
Christmas Lunch at The Blades Hotel
Honeydew, Roodepoort
A festive buffet with music and a surprise gift for little ones.
Kids 2 to 12 R295 · adults R695 · Quicket
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Dates coming soon
Annual favourites that are back every year. Watch for 2026 dates.
The Field Market Christmas Edition
Parkmore, Sandton
Find the Elf, Santa's letter box and a visit from Father Christmas.
Emperors Palace Christmas Village
Kempton Park
The North Pole, an enchanted forest and Santa himself.
Jacaranda FM Carols by Candlelight
Pretoria
A family carols night with treats and surprises, for Santa's Shoebox.
Carols by Candlelight, Melrose Arch
Melrose Arch
The Drakensberg Boys Choir opens Destination Christmas.
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Mall magic
Santa photos, cookie decorating and kids’ play zones at the malls.
Fourways Mall Santa Land
Fourways
Elf training houses, cookie decorating and a Santa photo.
Sandton City: City of Enchantment
Sandton
Creative play zones for kids in centre court.
Mall of Africa: Destination Christmas
Midrand
A Christmas mini-golf course and kids' rides.
Melrose Arch: Destination Christmas
Melrose Arch
Twinkling lights, a roller rink and kids' activities.
Menlyn Park: Menlyn Sky Kids Zone
Menlyn, Pretoria
Cookie decorating, ornament making and soft play.
Time Square
Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Festive lights, with a popcorn and slushy treat for under-12s.
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Lights
Evening outings to see the city sparkle after dark.
Festival of Lights
Johannesburg Zoo
Glowing life-size animal sculptures after dark.
Kids 3 to 12 R75 · Thu to Sun
Jakaranda Liggiefees
Derdepark, Pretoria
A kids' carnival, giant carousel and photos with Santa.
Kersfeesliggies
Moreletapark, Pretoria
Thousands of lights, kids' activities and an indoor market.
Lawley Street
Waterkloof, Pretoria
A whole street lit up like a holiday movie.
Moray Drive
Bryanston
A festive street with a letterbox for wishes to Santa.
Before you go
- Check dates with the organiser
- Book shows and Santa early
- Take a card for tap payments
- Go early for shorter queues
Always confirm details with the organiser before you go.
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