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2026 Santa's Grotto Afternoon Sessions

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Level 1, near the Lingerie department, Ballantynes Department Store Christchurch
Christchurch, New Zealand
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Ballantynes Department Store
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Experience the magic of a Ballantynes Christmas.

Add a little joy to the festive season with a visit to Santa’s enchanting grotto! Santa and his cheerful helpers have been working hard all year to sprinkle magic and Christmas cheer just for you.

What’s Included:

  • A magical meet-and-greet with Santa

  • A photo sleeve framed 5x7 portrait photo

  • Digital downloads to share the memories

Important Details:

  • Grotto visits are by reservation only. We will not be able to accommodate walk-in visits.

  • Spaces are limited, so book early to avoid missing out!

  • Maximum of 8 people per session.

  • By selecting and paying for your ticket, you confirm that you have read and understood our booking Terms and Conditions. Our detailed terms and conditions can be found here.

  • Please arrive 5 minutes early to keep everything running smoothly. We’ll do our best to accommodate late arrivals, but we can’t guarantee your spot if you’re late.

  • To amend or reschedule your booking please cancel the original booking and then rebook a new suitable time. Any new bookings will be strictly dependent on availability.

*Please see our FAQ page if you have any other questions or concern: https://www.ballantynes.co.nz/grotto-faq.html

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Level 1, near the Lingerie department, Ballantynes Department Store Christchurch
Christchurch, New Zealand
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