Shop Local: Wellington Green has good mix of holiday shopping, dining with big, small outlets

Valentina Palm, Palm Beach Post
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The Mall at Wellington Green is western Palm Beach County’s signature retail destination, featuring big department stores such as Dillard's, Macy’s and JC Penney, and over 100 small shops and activity-based storefronts.

Nearly a third of the businesses are either locally or regionally owned, including the Ella Bella Collection, a handmade soap store run by a mother and daughter; Perfect Oil, a hub for personalized fragrances; and Cottage Garden Tea, owned by two sisters whose grandmother taught them about tea.

The mix attracts families with children, seniors and young adults seeking trendy retailers such as Lush Cosmetics, H&M and Forever 21.

The entrance to the food court at the Mall at Wellington Green in Wellington, May 30, 2019. [ALLEN EYESTONE/palmbeachpost.com]
The entrance to the food court at the Mall at Wellington Green in Wellington, May 30, 2019. [ALLEN EYESTONE/palmbeachpost.com]

Wellington Green: Weekdays are the least-crowded time to shop

Wellington Green typically sees the most foot traffic on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. To avoid crowds, people should consider shopping during weekday mornings.

The mall’s clothing stores are open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and close early at 6 p.m. on Sundays.

Wellington Green: Plenty of parking outside the mall, store entrances

The shopping and dining hub, at Forest Hill Boulevard and State Road 7, has ample free parking lots surrounding its stores.

Wellington Green: If I'm hungry after all that walking, where can I eat?

The mall offers food court favorites such as Chick-fil-A, and sit-down restaurants such as California Pizza Kitchen, Cask + Shaker and Pizza Cucinova. Naturbi serves Colombian coffee and warm pastries, as well as handcrafts.

Kabushi, a sushi-Thai-tapas place, and Stonewood Grill and Tavern are on the mall’s out parcels.

Julie Buxbaum, Wellington, defends herself with a bow and arrow made from balloons as she is under attack from her son, Aaron Buxbaum and Aaron Lovett, at The Mall at Wellington Green during a Hurricane Relief party.
Julie Buxbaum, Wellington, defends herself with a bow and arrow made from balloons as she is under attack from her son, Aaron Buxbaum and Aaron Lovett, at The Mall at Wellington Green during a Hurricane Relief party.

Wellington Green: Amenities for shoppers and kids this season?

Wellington Green offers more than stores. It is home to the Palm Beach Museum of Natural History, the Slime Factory, Arcade Town and Maha Town, where parents can leave their children while they shop.

Free Zumba classes happen Saturday, and free yoga classes Sunday outside the H&M store.

The Mall at Wellington Green is one of four shopping malls in Palm Beach County offering sensory-friendly Santa experiences this year for children with autism and similar disorders.
The Mall at Wellington Green is one of four shopping malls in Palm Beach County offering sensory-friendly Santa experiences this year for children with autism and similar disorders.

Wellington Green: What's the most Instagrammable/TikTok-able spot?

For cool pics check out the The Ice Palace, which is open through Christmas Eve. It features a 30-foot ice dome with falling snow, a 360-degree arctic immersion and a light show. And yes, Santa Claus will visit daily.

Katie Bowen, (L), of Loxahatchee comforts her three year old daughter Eryn, (2L), while talking to Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Mall at Wellington Green Nov 06, 2014, in Wellington. "She was afraid of them last year, so the fact she is talking is kind of neat," said Mrs. Bowen. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the mall until December 24th.
Katie Bowen, (L), of Loxahatchee comforts her three year old daughter Eryn, (2L), while talking to Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Mall at Wellington Green Nov 06, 2014, in Wellington. "She was afraid of them last year, so the fact she is talking is kind of neat," said Mrs. Bowen. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be at the mall until December 24th.

Wellington Green: Are there holiday events planned?

A Best Friend Friday Brunch starts at 10 a.m. on Black Friday, Nov. 24. It will feature a live DJ and even a store gift card giveaway.

Santa Claus (and Mrs. Claus) will pose for photos with children throughout the holiday shopping season.

A 2005 visit from Santa at The Mall at Wellington Green.
A 2005 visit from Santa at The Mall at Wellington Green.

The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 Forest Hill Blvd. in Wellington; for more information please call 561-227-6900.

Valentina Palm covers Royal Palm Beach, Wellington, Loxahatchee and other western communities in Palm Beach County for The Palm Beach Post. Email her at vpalm@pbpost.com and follow her on Twitter at @ValenPalmB. Support local journalism: Subscribe today.

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