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Fun Holiday Events @ Westfield Malls!

By Courtney Daly-Pavone December 10, 2021

There's tons of holiday activities happening this season at The Westfield UTC! 

  • Winter Nights (December 3,4 & 10,11 from 5-8pm): Four memorable nights featuring live entertainment on the main stage in Palm Plaza, fun hands-on activities, interactive snow globes debuting stunning new characters amidst snowfall and glistening lights and the return of Westfield’s adored Winter Fairy and friends for family-friendly storybook reading and sing-along events. The first few families to register for the 6PM Winter Fairy events will receive a special gift!
  • Photos with Santa (November 18 - December 24): Partake in this time-honored tradition by visiting Santa in his new location near Macy’s and the Children’s play space. Reservations are encouraged and can be made here.
  • Letters to Santa (November 18 - December 24): An official drop-off location for letters going to the North Pole, families are invited to create and drop-off their holiday wish lists at Westfield UTC, using the special letter template available for download online or pick up at the concierge. Once it’s complete, drop the letter off in the big red mailbox at the Concierge Cabana in Palm Plaza!
  • Find the Westfield Elf (December 1-12): Families are invited to join the search for Jingle the Elf during the first 12 days of December. Follow along at @WestfieldUTC for up to date hints on his whereabouts and post to your Instagram story, tagging @WestfieldUTC to announce you’ve found him. Then, be one of the first families each day to show your post to the Concierge in Palm Plaza and win a special prize!
  • Santa Paws (December 6 & 13): Guests are invited to bring their furry friends to the center for a festive photo opp with Santa, 4-8pm. Reservations are encouraged and can be made here
  • Hanukkah Celebration (November 28): Hosted in Macy’s Court by the Chabad Center of University City, guests are invited to join for an evening of fun for the whole family, including live music, the traditional lighting of the menorah, jelly donuts, dreidel games, and more. Reservations are requested and can be made here
  • Holiday Gift Wrap (November 26 - December 4): In collaboration with Rady Children’s Hospital, guests can cross gift-wrapping off their list with Westfield UTC’s new holiday hub, located adjacent to Sun Diego Boardshop across from Zara. Holiday elves from Rady Children’s Hospital will be available to gift-wrap all packages, with all proceeds benefiting the hospital. Dates/hours of service vary. 
  • Ice Skating (November 15 - December 31): Enjoy music hits, disco lights, and holiday decor in a fun and safe environment at UTC Ice during open skate hours, located on the Lower Level below the Dining Terrace.
  • Holiday Shopping Rewarded (December 1 - 15): Westfield Rewards is the gift that keeps on giving. Earn cash back while shopping for the holidays this season - members who spend $500 between December 1-15 will receive $25 back! Join Westfield Rewards here.
  • Holiday Helper Services (November 26 - December 31): Let Westfield UTC make holiday shopping easier this year with package check, Westfield gift cards, answers on the spot (text 858.914.2752), valet service and more!

What’s more, Westfield Mission Valley will also be bringing to life its own array of holiday offerings, including a Pinery Tree Lot, a holiday village and photos with Santa, Toys for Tots donation spot, and gift wrapping provided by Patrick Henry High School Aquatics Boosters. Additional events include the MaraLove Winter Fashion Show, SoCal Etsy Guild Outdoor Holiday Market, Santa Paws with The Animal Pad, and Traveling Artists Outdoor Holiday Market.

Last but certainly not least, Westfield North County and Westfield Plaza Bonita will be hosting Santa photos, and the North County center will also celebrate the season with a Hanukkah Menorah Lighting and a Toys for Tots donation spot.

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