Christmas has arrived in Christchurch, with The Christmas Collective returning to South City Shopping Centre, bringing a spectacular wonderland of festive decorations, gifts and Christmas cheer.

Billed as New Zealand’s biggest Christmas store, the popular attraction opened its doors at 9am on Saturday, offering shoppers an enormous collection of Christmas treasures, including plenty of new and unusual products.

From beautifully decorated Christmas trees and sparkling ornaments to twinkling lights, colourful wreaths and festive gifts, there is something to capture the imagination of Christmas lovers of all ages.

There is plenty to discover, from traditional Christmas teddy bears, Santa decorations and nostalgic ornaments to an entire Grinch corner, filled with mischievous festive fun inspired by the famous green Christmas character.

Shoppers will also find Christmas villages, animated decorations, beautiful table settings and imaginative gift ideas, with products designed to bring a little extra magic into homes this festive season.

Whether it is a traditional Christmas filled with red, green and gold, or something a little more modern and colourful, the store offers inspiration for every decorating style.

But The Christmas Collective is about much more than simply buying decorations.

The store aims to recreate the excitement and wonder of Christmas, offering families the opportunity to wander through colourful displays, discover something unexpected and enjoy the festive atmosphere together.

For children, it is a chance to experience the magic of the season, while adults can rediscover some of the excitement and nostalgia of Christmases gone by.

The Christmas Collective first launched in Christchurch in 2024, with the idea of creating a Christmas shopping experience that was different from the usual retail offering.

Its popularity helped the New Zealand owned business expand beyond Canterbury, and this year it also has stores at The Base in Hamilton and Albany Mega Centre in Auckland.

The expansion is an exciting achievement for a business that began with a single Christchurch store just two years ago.

Back in Christchurch, its return to South City Shopping Centre provides another reason for families to head into the central city as the countdown to Christmas begins.

And whether you are searching for that perfect decoration, looking for an unusual gift or simply wanting to soak up the Christmas atmosphere, The Christmas Collective offers plenty of inspiration.

The Christmas Collective is located at South City Shopping Centre, 555 Colombo Street, Christchurch.

The store is open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Saturday and 10am to 5pm on Sundays.

More information is available at christmascollective.co.nz.