Ka Makana Ali‘i Hosts Merry Shop & Strolls with Santa, Holiday Happenings for the Whole ‘Ohana at the Center for West O‘ahu

Bring the ‘ohana for photos with Santa, Merry Shop & Strolls, Black Friday deals, a Shop Local Weekend gift with purchase, a magical snowing tree, and extended holiday shopping hours!

KAPOLEI, HI (Nov. 25, 2024) — Ka Makana Ali‘i is pleased to host a variety of holiday happenings for the community that has embraced it as the Center for West O‘ahu. The whole ‘ohana is invited to enjoy photos with Santa, Black Friday deals, Surprise and Delight giveaways, Shop Local Saturday gift with purchase, a country Christmas concert series, Merry Shop & Stroll events, the magical snowing tree, and extended holiday shopping hours.

Ka Makana Ali‘i is singing in the holidays with a KMA Country Christmas Concert Series starting on Black Friday, Nov. 29, when Bobby Moderow takes center stage from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.   The celebrating continues with country music and line dancing with Dita Holifield and Friends on Friday, Dec. 6 and Friday, Dec. 13 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

All the way from the North Pole, Santa is ready in his sleigh to meet keiki and review their wish lists now through Sunday, Dec. 29. Visit Santa in the Macy’s wing between Zales and Sephora. Mrs. Claus is also available for photos on weekdays and during the Center’s Shop & Stroll theme night events. Keepsake holiday portrait packages start at $35. Now through Dec. 22, Santa set hours are Monday through Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. with breaks from 2 to 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. On Black Friday, Nov. 29 and from Dec. 23 to 29, Santa set hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. with breaks from 2 to 3 p.m. The Santa photo set will be closed on Christmas, Dec. 25. The community can skip the line and book an appointment in advance online at https://www.kamakanaalii.com/event/santa-photos/2145566188/.

Every Wednesday night between Thanksgiving and Christmas, Ka Makana Ali‘i is hosting its Shop & Stroll events, a series of theme nights with Santa and Mrs. Claus. ‘Ohana can enjoy live entertainment, photos with Santa, a special gift with purchase, costumed characters, photo ops, and goodies from participating stores. The free, festive events will be held every Wednesday on Dec. 4, 11 and 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. throughout the Center with the following themes:

  • December 4: Wishes & Wands — The community is invited to dress as their favorite magical movie character.
    • Special gift with purchase: Spend $125 or more and get a pair of ‘Ōlino screen saver movie passes.
  • December 11: Family Pajam-boree! — Celebrate Hawaii’s biggest pajama party at Ka Makana Ali‘i dressed comfy & cozy in your favorite pajamas! 
    • Special gift with purchase: Spend $125 or more and get a $15 gift card to The Cheesecake Factory
  • December 18th: Festive Fandoms — For those passionate about video games, devoted to a sports team, or an avid collector, the community is invited to dress up as their favorite fandom character or icon.
    • Special gift with purchase: Spend $125 or more and get a $15 Thinker Toys gift card

Additionally, Ka Makana Ali‘i’s magical snowing tree is up in the Macy’s wing through New Year’s Eve with daily snowfalls for 15 minutes every half hour from 4 to 7 p.m., weather permitting.

“The Center for West O‘ahu is excited to welcome the community to discover the magic of the holiday season at Ka Makana Ali‘i,” said Stephanie England, general manager at Ka Makana Ali‘i. “We can’t wait to see all the keiki and ‘ohana who come to visit Santa, the magical snowing tree and enjoy our Merry Shop & Strolls. It’s the best time to shop, dine and play at the Center!”

This Black Friday, Ka Makana Ali‘i is celebrating the shopping event of the year with extended Center hours, exclusive sales, giveaways, entertainment and more from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m!

Plus, on Saturday, Nov. 30, the community is invited to take advantage of a Shop Local Weekend gift with purchase. With more than 50 locally owned and operated retailers, it’s easy to support local this holiday season at the Center for West O‘ahu. Spend $175 or more and receive a $15 gift card and a reusable shopping tote from Foodland Farms on Saturday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. or while supplies last. For a sneak peek of all the holiday sales, visit www.kamakanaalii.com.

Throughout the season, Ka Makana Ali‘i will offer exclusive deals and gifts for the Center’s most loyal shoppers, Royal Insiders. Sign up to be a Royal Insider at KaMakanaAlii.com/RoyalInsider.

Ka Makana Ali‘i is also offering extended holiday hours for the community.

The Center will be closed on Thanksgiving (Thursday, Nov. 28) and Christmas (Wednesday, Dec. 25), with select tenants remaining open. On Black Friday (Nov. 29), the Center will be open from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. It will be open on Shop Local Saturday (Nov. 26), Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) and Thursday, Dec. 26, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. On New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (Tuesday, Dec. 31 and Wednesday, Jan. 1), the Center will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Ka Makana Ali‘i recently released its 2024 Digital Holiday Makana Guide filled with gifts for everyone from the fashionista, to the surf-obsessed, to the proud kama‘aina, keiki, teens and more! Discover gifts from 10 categories including: Gifts for Home, Locally Crafted Gifts, Gifts of Experience, Gifts Under $50, Stocking Stuffers and more at https://www.kamakanaalii.com/gift-guide.

Visit our website at www.kamakanaalii.com for more details about upcoming promotions. For the latest news and updates, follow Ka Makana Ali‘i on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, all with profile name @kamakanaalii. For media inquiries and on-property approval, please contact alyssa.amasol@finnpartners.com.

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About Ka Makana Ali‘i
Ka Makana Ali‘i offers residents and visitors a family-friendly, mixed-use center in the heart of Hawai‘i’s fastest growing community. The 750,000-square-foot Macy’s-anchored super-regional center features more than 100 exciting stores, restaurants, a state-of-the-art Consolidated Theatres and the state’s first Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton located on property. The newest development, The Grove at Ka Makana Ali‘i, creates an additional 109,000 square feet of space with lifestyle retailers, eateries and services, such as 24 Hour Fitness, Foodland Farms, Straub Clinic and Urgent Care, and PetSmart. Serving as the premier gathering place in Kapolei, Ka Makana Ali‘i fulfills the shopping and dining needs of the ever-expanding community. Its convenient location offers excellent highway access, ample parking and public transportation for shoppers. Ka Makana Ali‘i is owned by Kapolei Hawaii Property Company, LLC, a joint venture between DeBartolo Development and OPTrust. Through an innovative partnership with Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, Ka Makana Ali‘i will financially support programs benefiting Native Hawaiian interests statewide for decades to come. For more information, please visit www.kamakanaalii.com.

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