The Christmas season in the Philippines is a months-long affair. Pinoys gear up for the holidays as early as September and festivities end in January of the next year – we just can’t get enough of the holiday cheer! If you have nothing planned for the holidays yet, bring your family or partner to admire these Christmas lights installations and shows this 2022:

Festival of Lights Show

Location: Ayala Triangle Gardens, Makati City

It’s not Christmas season without seeing Ayala Avenue light up in a thousand lights. After two years of only online shows, the iconic Festival of Lights show at Ayala Triangle Gardens returns to its real-life festivities. Visitors can catch three shows: a Christmas chorale by Manila Symphony Orchestra, another by Pembo Elementary School Children’s Choir, and a Tiktok Christmas medley comprising famous songs from the social media app. From November 10, 2022 to January 2023, you can catch the light show from 6 PM to 10 PM. Ready your poses and make the dreamy lights your background!

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Fountain of Lights

Location: Nuvali, Sta. Rosa, Laguna

Southies, there’s no need to go to the metro to enjoy a light show! Nuvali’s famous Fountain of Lights also returns its IRL show this year. You can admire displays of The Night Sky, the Rich Biodiversity of the Philippines, and Sayawan ng Parol. Catch the free fountain show every Friday to Sunday from 6 PM to 9 PM until January 8, 2023.

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Baguio Country Club Christmas Village

Location: Country Club Road, Camp John Hay, Baguio

Baguio isn’t just a hotspot during summertime – Pinoys love going there too during the holidays. If you’re heading north this December, don’t forget to include Camp John Hay in your itinerary and visit the Christmas Village at Baguio Country Club. Aside from the village, there’s also a Cosplay Busking, Snow Show, Live Musical Performances, and more. Take note of the following rates:

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Nights of Lights

Location: The Orchid Gardens Resort Complex, Lazatin Blvd., San Fernando, Pampanga

Heading to Pampanga for a food trip? End your day trip by dropping by The Orchid Gardens Resort Complex for their Nights of Lights village. Kids can also meet mascots of famous characters such as Mickey and Mini Mouse, Disney Princesses, and superheroes.

Entrance to Nights of Lights is P50 per head. Find more updates on Facebook.

Yuletide Moments

Location: Crosswinds Tagaytay

If driving to Baguio is too far, Tagaytay is the way to go. Crosswind Tagaytay’s Christmas Village is continuing its traditional Christmas Display with the theme, Yuletide Moments. There are plenty of cafes and restaurants to try inside Crosswinds too, which is perfect if you want to stay longer for cafe hopping.

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Giant Lantern Festival

Location: Robinsons Starmills Pampanga

Did you know that San Fernando, Pampanga is the Christmas Capital of the Philippines? And it’s manifested through the craftmanship of its locals during the annual Giant Lantern Festival or Ligligang Parul. This year, 10 barangays will compete and display their gigantic lanterns from December 18, 2022 to January 1, 2023. This is the perfect opportunity to purchase parols to decorate your home with!

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MOA Sparkle of Lights Show

Location: Central Atrium, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay

Hit two birds with one stone when you go Christmas shopping this season. Take a break from shopping and witness the daily indoor Christmas tree music lights show every hour from 10 AM to 10 PM. P.S. The Central Atrium is near H&M!

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Christmas at Okada Manila

Location: New Seaside Drive, Entertainment City, Parañaque

Planning a staycation for the holidays? Book a stay at Okada Manila and witness the following:

• Gigantic Christmas Tree at the Fountain Foyer
• Christmas Village at Crystal Pavillion
• Daily Lights Show at the Fountain Foyer and Crystal Pavilion from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM.

Find more details about the Christmas attractions here and updates on Facebook.

This article was republished with permission from WindowSeat.ph.