{"id":31043,"date":"2025-11-06T19:05:08","date_gmt":"2025-11-06T19:05:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/31043\/"},"modified":"2025-11-06T19:05:08","modified_gmt":"2025-11-06T19:05:08","slug":"staten-island-mall-gets-in-the-holiday-spirit-with-5000-sweepstakes-for-shoppers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ny\/31043\/","title":{"rendered":"Staten Island Mall gets in the holiday spirit with $5,000 sweepstakes for shoppers"},"content":{"rendered":"

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. \u2014 The Staten Island Mall is ushering in the holiday shopping season with a $5,000 sweepstakes and a lineup of festive events, including the much-anticipated arrival of Santa Claus.<\/p>\n

The Mall\u2019s \u201c$5,000 Holiday Wishes\u201d sweepstakes<\/a> runs from Nov. 3 to Dec. 5, giving shoppers a chance to win one of 10 $500 prepaid Mall gift cards. The contest is open to U.S. residents 18 and older, with no purchase necessary to enter.<\/p>\n

To enter, visit www.statenislandmall.com\/en\/events\/sweepstakes<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"TheFlashback: In this 1980 file photo, a crowd of parents with their children wait in line to see Santa Claus and ride the Holiday Express in the Mall Center Court.Courtesy of Jan Somma-HammelHere\u2019s Santa!<\/p>\n

In addition, Santa Claus will make his grand entrance during a special event today<\/a>, Thursday, Nov. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Center Court. Regular photo sessions begin Nov. 7<\/a> and continue through Dec. 24 at the Lower Level JCPenney Court. <\/p>\n

\"StatenCameron, 8, and Ruby, 4, from Travis have their picture taken with Santa at the Staten Island Mall in New Springville on Black Friday, November 29, 2024. (Owen Reiter for the Staten Island Advance)Owen ReiterMall holiday hours <\/p>\n

The Mall, located at 2655 Richmond Ave. in New Springville, will extend its hours for the holiday season. It will be closed on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, but open from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 28. Starting Dec. 5, weekday and Saturday hours will run until 9 p.m., with Sunday hours expanded to 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

Shoppers can also enjoy exclusive holiday discounts for students, educators, military personnel and first responders at participating stores.<\/p>\n

Additionally, fashion fans can look forward to the upcoming opening of Jack & Jones<\/a>, a new men\u2019s clothing and shoe store catering to trendsetters and denim enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n

\"ChineseEast Pacific offers over 45 varieties of dim sum on weekends. During the week, the selection is more modest, but the menu still features a broad mix of Thai, Chinese, and Japanese dishes.Best eats at The Mall<\/p>\n

Dining options at the Staten Island Mall are plentiful, with something for every taste and schedule.<\/p>\n

Elevated picks for sit-down service include Angelina\u2019s Kitchen with pizza and Italian fare at The Crossings and East Pacific, known for its pan-Asian cuisine and weekend dim sum cart service, available from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.<\/p>\n

\"Angelina'sAngelina’s Kitchen features a casual vibe with sit-down service and family-friendly Italian food that will satisfy a range of tastes. Silvestri<\/p>\n

The Mall property features more than 25 dining options, including favorites such as Shake Shack, Applebee\u2019s, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Chick-fil-A, Dave & Buster\u2019s and Outback Steakhouse.<\/p>\n

For quick bites and snacks, shoppers can swing by Auntie Anne\u2019s Pretzels, Burger King, Subway and Starbucks. Craving international flavors? Bistro Thai offers a taste of Southeast Asia, while Gong Cha serves up bubble tea favorites.<\/p>\n

Additional eateries include Charleys Cheesesteaks, H\u00e4agen-Dazs, Panda Express, Sarku Japan, Taco Bell and Villa Italian Kitchen.<\/p>\n

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