Events at Ballantynes
Hosting in Style | Thursday, 18 December & 19 December, 2025 11am & 2pm
Join us for a 30-minute festive inspiration session with Sharon!
Discover how to style your table beautifully for the holiday season and create a warm, welcoming space for your guests. Sharon will share her top tips for effortless table styling and simple ways to make entertaining stress-free and stunning. Perfect for anyone wanting to elevate their Christmas celebrations.
When? : Thursday 18th of December & Friday 19th of December at 11am & 2pm
Cost: Free
Limited spots available – register your interest today to secure your place!
*Note the picture used to advertise this event is a guide only.
Holiday Style Made Simple with Stylist Leigh | Sunday, 21 December 11am & 2pm
A Complimentary Session with Womenswear Stylist Leigh
You are invited to a fresh, inspiring style experience designed to make your holiday season lighter, easier, and infinitely more chic.
Join Fashion Stylist Leigh for a complimentary session where she’ll share how to create a holiday capsule that works for any destination and any itinerary. You’ll also learn how to get the most out of packing your suitcase so you can travel stylishly without the stress.
What to Expect
- Expert tips from Fashion Stylist Leigh
- A step‑by‑step guide to building a holiday capsule
- Smart packing strategies to maximise every outfit
- Q&A to personalise your style plan
Cost : Free
Christmas Events at Ballantynes
Santa's Grotto Sessions [Sold Out]
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:
1) A magical meet-and-greet with Santa
2) A photo sleeve framed 5x7 portrait photo
3) 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.
- 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
Click the appropriate image to choose your desired session and time.
Grotto Morning Sessions
Grotto Afternoon Sessions
Grotto Evening Sessions
Christmas Centrepiece Arrangement Workshop [Sold Out]
Timed to ensure you can take your creation home and be ready for Christmas day enterataining.
Join our in-house Florist Mateo, as he guides you on creating a beautiful festive centrepiece for the dining or hall table
A hands-on workshop, with limited spaces with a booking fee of $150 includes morning tea and a glass of festive bubbles.
*Note the picture used to advertise this event is a guide only, flowers will be dependent on market availability.
Christmas Wreath Workshop - For adults [Sold Out]
Join Mateo, our in-house Florist for a festive hands-on floral workshop. Create a beautiful Christmas wreath for your front door or to add to your decorations for your home.
Participants can take home what they make.
Your booking fee of $120 per person includes a glass of festive bubbles and some delicious afternoon tea.
Whilst open to any age, this workshop is not designed for our Junior Customers.