Budapest’s Pólus Center turns into a full-blown Christmas playground from December 1 to 24, 2025. The mall’s cheeky holiday mascot, Elfie, is back with weekend surprises, free programs, and cozy, creative moments for all ages. Expect hands-on crafting, family-friendly games, selfie-ready installations, charity drives, and a shopping-fueled prize draw with a hefty grand prize. Find it at 1152 Budapest, Szentmihályi Road (Szentmihályi út) 131.
Step Into Elfie’s World
Throughout Advent, even everyday shopping gets a fairy-tale twist. Elfie pops up as a cheerful reminder that the season is about kindness, laughter, and time together. Between December 1 and 24, Pólus rolls out free activities, festive installations, and valuable prizes—no ticket needed, just show up and take part.
Selfie Point: Meet Elfie
One of the marquee features is the Selfie Point, where anyone can meet Elfie. Sit down beside the mischievous little helper, snap a photo, and share it with the campaign hashtags to keep the magic going on social media. Elfie’s mission: brighten your day and give you a memory worth keeping during Advent.
Free Craft Weekends
Creativity takes center stage on Advent weekends, with free craft sessions for kids and adults. On December 6–7, make your very own Christmas elf using plush materials and colorful details. December 13–14 turns into a wreath-making studio, crafting natural door decorations that bring a warm welcome home. On December 20–21, it’s gingerbread time in Elfie’s kitchen—frosting, cozy scents, laughter, and a box of your own decorated cookies to bring home. Each weekend also packs festive games and playful activities to keep the holiday buzz going.
Win While You Shop
For three weeks, every purchase over 5,000 HUF (about 13.90 USD) unlocks an AP code you can upload to enter the prize draw. The grand prize is a Pólus Gift Card worth 280,000 HUF (about 778.50 USD), with the drawing set for December 23. Upload once and you’re automatically in—shopping lists just got more exciting.
Cheeky Advent On Air
From December 1 to 19, Elfie takes over the Sláger FM studio. Each day he opens a new Advent window packed with a prank and a daily game. Listen closely: be the first caller after Elfie’s mischief and you’ll snag a Pólus daily prize pack. It’s Elfie’s way of spreading on-air sparkle beyond the mall’s halls.
Christmas Tree Mission
From December 15 to 19, Sláger FM and Pólus deliver a fully decorated Christmas tree to a family in need every day. Applications are open December 1–14 via the radio’s app or website. The idea is simple: bring the holiday atmosphere home to households facing tough times, one twinkling tree at a time.
Charity Shoebox Drive
Elfie is pitching in on the Shoebox campaign too. Drop off carefully wrapped gifts at the collection point in front of the food court from 10:00 to 17:00 on December 6–7 and December 13–19. A small package can turn into a big holiday for a child—help spread the joy so more families feel the season’s warmth.
(sz)ELFI POINT: Your Gift Photo
Take a seat with Elfie for a selfie—he’s really here, waiting to pose so you can take home a printed keepsake. As the story goes, Elfie flies back to the North Pole every evening to tell Santa how wonderfully you behaved. His magic only lasts if you admire from afar—touch him, and the spell fades. Your photo comes with a moody backdrop, a festive installation, Elfie at your side, and instant on-site printing. The printed photo is a gift for everyone who spends at least 5,000 HUF (about 13.90 USD) and uploads the AP code, which also enters you in the December prize draw for the 280,000 HUF (about 778.50 USD) Pólus Gift Card.
Come for the Magic
All December long, every day brings a little wonder. Drop by, craft with us, grab a photo with Elfie, play, lend a hand to others, and soak up Pólus’s warm, family-style holiday spirit. The season runs December 1–24, 2025, in Budapest. Elfie’s waiting.
