GREENHILLS SHOPPING CENTER CHRISTMAS ON DISPLAY
Ortigas Avenue, San Juan
Animated show runs every 30 minutes daily from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. until January 2.

GREENHILLS SHOPPING CENTER CHRISTMAS ON DISPLAY

Just like the practically legendary ’80s C.O.D. display that inspired it, people anticipate this annual show almost as much they do Santa’s visit.

GREENHILLS SHOPPING CENTER CHRISTMAS ON DISPLAY

The display, titled "An Enchanted Christmas," features mechanical figures backed by a vibrant, glowing “wonderland” set over Greenhills Parking 1B.

ROCKWELL CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE
Powerplant Mall (south entrance), Rockwell Drive corner Estrella Street, Makati City

ROCKWELL CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE

It’s hard to visit this well-known hangout without catching a glimpse of this giant Christmas tree. The entire place is surrounded by an autumn-hued glow with the tree as the icing on the cake.

ROCKWELL CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE

While in the area, marvel at the gorgeous Rockwell skyline showing the light-lined Makati buildings; you’ll literally see the country’s corporate capital in a new light.

AYALA TRIANGLE GARDENS
Between Ayala Avenue, Paseo de Roxas, and Makati Avenue, Makati City
Show runs every hour from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

AYALA TRIANGLE GARDENS

The elaborate lights-and-sounds show is a magnificent frenzy of carols and dazzling Christmas lights that can stir anyone’s festive spirits.

AYALA TRIANGLE GARDENS

In between shows, sample some of the Ayala Triangle’s dining spots.

AYALA AVENUE (FROM AYALA TRIANGLE GARDENS)

Better yet, marvel at the lit-up décor along Ayala Avenue.

AYALA AVENUE (FROM AYALA TRIANGLE GARDENS)

The entire stretch is glittering with these intricate star-snowflake light fixtures.

RUSTAN’S WINDOW DISPLAY
Ayala Center, Ayala Avenue, Makati City

RUSTAN’S WINDOW DISPLAY

It’s Christmas for a cause at Rustan’s. The famed department store, known for its remarkable window showcase every December, chose to uphold their Care for the Rare campaign as a theme.

RUSTAN’S WINDOW DISPLAY

Each window panel features an endangered species endemic in the Philippines and styled in whimsical fashion.

RUSTAN’S WINDOW DISPLAY

Some examples of such animals are: mousedeer (above), tarsiers, and butandings.

SM MALL OF ASIA FIREFLY CHRISTMAS TREE
San Miguel by the bay, SM Mall of Asia, Pasay City

SM MALL OF ASIA FIREFLY CHRISTMAS TREE

Day or night, this one will catch anyone’s eye. During the day, it’s a dazzling silver structure; by night, it glows golden. The Firefly Christmas Tree, with 100,000 LED bulbs, is also the most energy-efficient tree in the Philippines. The 75-foot tree is a campaign to make Filipinos more aware of greener options this Christmas. Just think: every time you look up at this tree, you’re helping the environment!

MANDALUYONG CITY HALL
Maysilo Circle, Mandaluyong City

MANDALUYONG CITY HALL

The Tiger City transformed into an urban Whoville this Christmas. Apart from the glitzy lights blanketing almost every inch of the buildings, the city hall is also a mini-fair complete with rides and booths.

MANDALUYONG CITY HALL

Just around the corner (a short walking distance away) is the city’s popular Policarpio Street where houses are completely decked out in lights for the season.

PASIG CITY HALL
Caruncho Avenue, Pasig City
Show runs at 7 p.m. everyday

PASIG CITY HALL

Passersby can’t walk by Pasig City Hall and not marvel at the medieval kingdom erected before the building.

PASIG CITY HALL

The play is a localized version of Beauty and the Beast set during Christmas time.

ARANETA CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE
Araneta Center (beside the Araneta Coliseum), Cubao
The Magical Parade of Lights will tour around the area at 6 p.m. on December 10 and 17

ARANETA CENTER CHRISTMAS TREE

Araneta’s iconic Christmas tree is a landmark every December. Taller than most of the surrounding buildings, the tree is also flanked by giant lit-up poinsettias and Under The Sea-themed lobsters and seahorses.

MERALCO LIWANAG PARK
Ortigas Avenue, Pasig City
Open from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (Sunday to Friday), 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. (Saturday) until December 30

MERALCO LIWANAG PARK

Step inside Santa’s Christmas Village at Liwanag City (inside Meralco grounds). The park is generously decked out in Christmas lights and features a color-changing Christmas tree.

MERALCO LIWANAG PARK

Inside the little Christmas village is an image of a chapel, a reminder of the season’s religious origins.

MUNTINLUPA CITY HALL
National Highway, Putatan, Muntinlupa City

MUNTINLUPA CITY HALL

Enter the world of Lewis Carroll in Muntinlupa’s adaptation of his Wonderland. Here, play with giant playing-card soldiers, have a photo-op with the all-knowing caterpillar Absalom, become Tweedle brothers, and search for the slippery Chesire Cat.

MUNTINLUPA CITY HALL

Animal-shaped shrubs also line the hall’s courtyard.

MUNTINLUPA CITY HALL

Perhaps the most un-Alice-y of the entire space, this tree adds a nice touch of whimsy.

MUNTINLUPA CITY HALL

Every night, residents would flock around the area to witness the beautiful lights.