Christmas Late Night Shopping at Central Stories
Get into the festive spirit with two special late night shopping events at Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery this Christmas season!
Join us on Friday 28th November and Friday 19th December when we’ll be open extended hours from 10am right through until 8pm, giving you the perfect opportunity to browse our wonderful collection of local artisan goods in a relaxed evening atmosphere.
Visit Santa’s Grotto
Santa will be making special appearances on both evenings from 5.30pm to 7.30pm in his grotto, complete with a photographer to capture those precious Christmas memories with the kids.
Christmas Activities for Children
We’ll have plenty of festive activities to keep the little ones entertained, including:
- Making Christmas cards
- Creating Christmas tree decorations
- Writing letters to Santa
- A fun clue hunt through the museum to find Santa’s reindeer
- And more exciting crafts!
Shop Local This Christmas
Our shop is brimming with beautiful locally-made and locally-sourced products, perfect for finding that special gift or treating yourself:
Food & Treats: Local jams, honey, peanut brittle, spice mixes, and on both nights we’ll have delicious imported French and Italian cheeses available
Books: Historical works, poetry, fiction, and children’s books by Central Otago authors or those with strong connections to our region
Art & Crafts: Browse our two art galleries filled with works available for purchase, plus local art prints, pottery, wooden bowls, boxes and platters, and handcrafted jewellery
Unique Gifts: Cards, wallets, tote bags, coasters, magnets, pens, postcards, New Zealand gift boxes, aprons, notepads, and so much more
Special on 19th December
On our second late night, we are hoping to have some wonder artisan goodies, but we do know that we will have imported French and Italian cheeses, along with fresh locally-grown cherries – perfect for your Christmas table!
Central Stories Museum and Art Gallery
21 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to support local artisans, tick off your Christmas shopping list, and create magical memories with the family. We look forward to seeing you there!
