Embrace the spirit of the season at Aventura Mall, where festive cheer and holiday wonder await. Bringing the heart of the holidays to life, guests are invited to experience an immersive space filled with gifting ideas, enchanting décor, and cherished photo opportunities–making it the perfect destination for unforgettable magical moments. Grab your loved ones and visit Aventura Mall this holiday season to make new memories.
Holiday Village
Step into our Holiday Village and discover a wonderland of local vendors offering artisanal gifts and seasonal treasures. Each shop exudes the character and charm of the community, with unique, handcrafted items perfect for everyone on your list. From cozy holiday décor to one-of-a-kind stocking stuffers, Aventura Mall’s Holiday Village has all your festive needs covered. The Holiday Village opens on November 24 and will be located on the Lower Level near Bloomingdales.
Photos With Santa
Get ready for the season’s most heartwarming highlight—a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus! Families and friends can capture joyous moments with Santa every weekend, and yes, guests (and pets!) are welcome to take all the photos they’d like free of charge. Santa will bring the cheer at the Holiday Village near Bloomingdales from November 29 to December 24, Fridays through Sundays and the days leading up to Christmas with extended hours. Please see below for a complete schedule of Santa’s hours and then get your camera ready to capture the wonder with the jolly man himself.
Gift Wrap
Checked off some gifts from your wish list? Head to the gift wrap station, located on the Lower Level near Concierge, from December 13 through January 2 to add a little whimsy and sparkle to your presents. With a selection of beautiful wrapping paper, cards, and festive accessories, the team of elves will help you put the perfect finishing touch on every present in your sack. Fees apply and proceeds benefit Voices For Children.
Aventura Train Station
Get on track for holiday cheer at Aventura Mall’s mesmerizing model train station display! From November 27 through January, families can marvel at an 18-by-30-foot holiday town complete with snow-capped mountains, Miami-inspired scenes, and more than 500 charming figurines. This intricate wonder, crafted over thousands of hours of dedication, offers guests a journey through festive villages and whistling trains gliding over bridges. Stop by the Lower Level near Macy’s and Ferragamo starting November 27 to experience the latest model train in Florida and capture an enchanting moment with this cherished tradition.
Santa’s Topiary Reindeer
Capture the season’s spirit at our playful reindeer topiary installations throughout Aventura Mall. Sitting on festive red benches in whimsical poses, these reindeer make for the perfect photo ops and Instagram highlights. From now through December, find Santa’s reindeer located throughout the upper and lower levels, where they are waiting to bring cheer to your holiday photos.
Santa’s Sleigh and Mailbox
No holiday visit to Aventura Mall is complete without a stop at Santa’s Sleigh! Bring the family to pose beside this stunning red and gold sleigh adorned with frosted trees and friendly red-nosed reindeer. Kids of all ages can also drop off their letters to the North Pole at Santa’s Mailbox, ensuring their holiday wishes reach Santa just in time. Don’t miss the magic on the Upper Level near Zara.
