Okada Manila rings in the holidays with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christmas Carnival Grand Opening • PhilSTAR Life

Forbes 5-star integrated resort Okada Manila ushered in the most wonderful time of the year with its spectacular Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony and Christmas Carnival Grand Opening held at the Fountain Foyer on Nov. 14.

The much-awaited event marked the official start of the holiday season, bringing together esteemed guests, media, and influencers for an enchanting evening of music, color, and celebration.

At the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony are Okada Manila's top executives joined by special guests (from left): Alvaro Ramos, Assistant Vice President – Retail, Joe Sam, AVP – Loyalty Marketing & CRM and Promotion & Events, Justine Bautista-Reyes Managing Director Cut Unlimited, Inc., Christine Joy Cari, Assistant Secretary – Department of Tourism, Shirley Tam, Executive Vice President – Casino Marketing, Atty. Gregory A. Nuega, LLM Department Head, Legal Department Tourism Promotions Board, Reddy Leong, Vice President – Corporate Marketing and Communications, and Andreas Balla, Vice President - Food and Beverage.

Festive performances and star power

The evening dazzled guests with exciting performances from the Okada Manila Entertainment Group and Cardong Trumpo, Pilipinas Got Talent 2025 champion. Adding star power to the celebration was multi-awarded artist Darren Espanto, whose powerful vocals filled the venue with festive cheer.

Darren Espanto, filled the Fountain Foyer with his powerful vocals and festive cheer.

The highlight of the evening was the ceremonial lighting of Okada Manila’s Christmas tree. Adorned with bold red accents, striped ornaments, gold spheres, carousel horses, and whimsical hot-air balloons, the tree reflects the resort’s Christmas Carnival theme. A grand red bow tops the tree, making it a vibrant centerpiece for the season.

Experience the Christmas Carnival

Okada Manila Christmas Carnival captures the magic of the holidays through a series of events and experiences happening from November 14, 2025, to January 4, 2026 throughout the property.

Guests will experience the season’s magic through Okada Manila’s Christmas Carnival—a festive wonderland that brings together feasts, wellness delights, and holiday shopping in one extraordinary celebration.

The Okada Manila Christmas Carnival invites everyone to relive the magic of the holidays through a series of events and experiences happening from Nov. 14, 2025, to Jan. 4, 2026.

Throughout the resort, vibrant decorations, dazzling displays, and delightful offerings create an atmosphere of celebration for families, couples, and friends to enjoy.

Feasts for every taste

To make holidays even more festive, La Piazza offers a Cena Di Natale, an Italian- inspired feast by Chef Mattia Stroppa comprised which includes an exclusive holiday feast of bold Italian flavors such as handcrafted pasta, premium meats, and indulgent desserts

Culinary enthusiasts can indulge in a range of festive dining experiences, each thoughtfully crafted to capture the warmth and flavors of the season.

At La Piazza, Cena Di Natale offers an Italian-inspired holiday feast by Chef Mattia Stroppa, featuring handcrafted pasta, premium meats, and indulgent desserts, all designed for an elegant family-style celebration, priced at P10,000.

Medley Buffet presents a festive spread with seasonal specialties such as roasted turkey, glazed ham, carving stations, and sweet Christmas desserts, starting at P4,888 for adults and P2,088 for kids.

Kiapo serves Paskong Pinoy favorites such as bibingka and puto bumbong available only during the holiday season.

And at Kiapo, guests can savor Paskong Pinoy favorites like bibingka and puto bumbong, available exclusively during the holiday season, while Enbu offers a Japanese Holiday Family Feast, with a special set menu of grilled seafood, premium wagyu, and signature Japanese dishes, priced at P8,088.

Enbu’s Japanese Holiday Family Feast, featuring an exclusive set menu of grilled seafood, premium wagyu, and signature Japanese dishes that bring comfort and togetherness to the table

Wellness and sweat treats

Those looking to unwind can bask in the comfort of the Holiday Wellness Sets, available at The Retreat Spa, The Sole Retreat, Beauty Salon, The Barbershop, and Nail Art Studio. These indulgent packages, starting at P2,888, offer the perfect way to recharge and embrace the joy of the season.

Holiday Wellness Sets is the perfect way to recharge and embrace the joy of the season, available at The Retreat Spa, The Sole Retreat, Beauty Salon, The Barbershop, and Nail Art Studio.

After a moment of relaxation, guests can continue their holiday journey at the Pastry Shop, where Sweet Moments, Festive Delights presents handcrafted confections starting at P280—a thoughtful treat to share or gift to loved ones.

To complement these holiday experiences are scheduled live performances by the Okada Manila Entertainment Group, and shows at The Fountain, completing the wondrous atmosphere of the Okada Manila Christmas Carnival

Complementing these experiences are exciting attractions such as the Christmas Village, live performances by the Okada Manila Entertainment Group, and shows at The Fountain, completing the joyful atmosphere of the Okada Manila Christmas Carnival.

For more information about Okada Manila’s holiday experiences and offerings, visit www.okadamanila.com or follow @okadamanila on social media.

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Editor’s Note: This article was provided by Okada Manila.

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