A spectacular new festive wonderland, Santa photos, Slime Lab and a back-to-school giving initiative bring Christmas magic to Bethlehem
Christmas is set to be bigger and more magical than ever at Dihlabeng Mall this year, with the launch of the Dihlabeng Christmas Village, a festive experience that promises to bring a whole new level of Christmas excitement to Bethlehem and the Eastern Free State.
From 1 to 24 December, the mall’s Game Court will be transformed into a Christmas Village, complete with spectacular festive decorations, fun activities for children, special moments with Santa and an opportunity for shoppers to spread some festive kindness.
For the first time in Dihlabeng Mall’s history, the centre will unveil a festive décor installation on a scale never seen before, creating a beautiful Christmas setting for families to explore, enjoy and capture those all-important festive photographs. With the new Christmas Village as its centrepiece, Dihlabeng Mall is set to become a must-visit destination for families looking to enjoy the magic of the season in the Eastern Free State.
Santa, slime and a little Christmas giving
No Christmas celebration would be complete without a visit from Santa, and families will have the opportunity to capture special festive memories with him at the Christmas Village throughout the activation.
Adding an extra splash of fun for younger visitors, the Christmas Slime Lab will run from 14 to 18 December, inviting children to get creative and enjoy a hands-on slime-making experience. Three sessions will take place daily, from 10:00 to 11:00, 13:00 to 14:00 and 16:00 to 17:00. Tickets cost just R20 per child and must be booked in advance through Quicket: https://qkt.io/ala1ZZ
Alongside the festive fun, Dihlabeng Mall will also be encouraging shoppers to give back through its Back-to-School Donation Station. Visitors are invited to donate school supplies to help children in need prepare for the 2027 school year, turning a little festive generosity into a positive start to the new year.
“Christmas is such a special time for families, and this year we wanted to create something truly memorable for Bethlehem,” says Gustav Dreyer, Marketing Manager at Dihlabeng Mall. “Our Christmas Village will bring a completely new festive experience to the mall, with beautiful decorations, exciting activities and plenty of opportunities for families to enjoy time together. We’re particularly excited about the scale of the Christmas installation, which is unlike anything we’ve done before. The festive season is also a time for giving, and we hope our shoppers will embrace the opportunity to help local children start the new school year with the supplies they need. Even a small contribution can make a meaningful difference.”
With its biggest festive transformation yet, Dihlabeng Mall is looking forward to welcoming families from all over to enjoy the Christmas Village throughout December.
For more information about the Dihlabeng Christmas Village, visit https://dihlabengmall.co.za/ or follow @dihlabeng_mall on Instagram for updates and booking details.
