The public celebration begins at 17:00 in Centre Court, where audiences enjoy performances from Swing City, featuring Graeme Watkins and Nathan Ro, who deliver a set of "timeless" favourites. The Soweto Gospel Choir also performs, whilst Mzansi Ballet performs scenes from The Nutcracker, Teddy Bear's Picnic and The Bare Necessities from The Jungle Book, says the centre.

In a milestone moment for the centre, Hyde Park Corner unveils South Africa's first Moët & Chandon Personalisation Pop-Up, opens from 16:00 on Thursday, 13 November until 15:00 on Sunday, 7 December. The pop-up aims to offer guests the opportunity to experience the French brand in an intimate setting, with complimentary tastings of Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial on the evening of the Thursday, 13 November, says the centre.

Families also have the chance to experience "Christmas Fairies" distributing festive "goodies" to children throughout the evening. The celebrations extend across the centre with a giant illuminated teddy bear installation, offering interactive fun for children. In partnership with the Teddy Bear Clinic, Hyde Park Corner aims to spread warmth and kindness this festive season. Toy Kingdom joins the festivities with a Build-A-Bear activation in Poetry Court from Thursday, 13 November, coinciding with their new store opening, adds the centre.

Shoppers also have the opportunity to browse Nicholas & Co, the annual Christmas-themed store, for seasonal inspiration. Or visit the centres recently opened Toy Kingdom, concludes the centre.

Hyde Park Corner Tree Lighting Event Details

  • Date: Thursday, 13 November.
  • Time: 17:00.
  • Venue: Hyde Park Corner Centre Court.
  • Entry: Open to the public.

Hyde Park Corner Operating Hours

  • Monday to Saturday: 09:00 to 18:00.
  • Sundays and Public Holidays: 10:00 to 15:00.

For more information, visit www.hydeparkcorner.co.za. You can also follow Hyde Park Corner on Facebook, X, or on Instagram.

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