We confirmed 9 Christmas events for kids in Metro Manila for 2026, from November 4 to January 31. Every listing links straight to the host. This page is part of our guide to Christmas events for kids in the Philippines.
The short version
- 9 kids’ Christmas events confirmed for 2026 in Pasay, Quezon City, Makati and Paranaque
- First: MOA Christmas Express 2026, Pasay, November 4
- Free events: None confirmed yet
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by area, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (registration, ages, what is included).
Metro Manila Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 9 confirmed for 2026
- Cities and areas
- Pasay, Quezon City, Makati and Paranaque
- Season
- November 4 to January 31
- Free events
- None confirmed yet
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Christmas events for kids in Pasay
5 confirmed events in Pasay, soonest first.
Christmas light show
MOA Christmas Express 2026 (Pasay)
- When: Daily, now through January 2027
- Where: SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
- Cost: Price not stated
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
The MOA Christmas Express 2026 is SM Mall of Asia's main Christmas attraction. The Central Atrium display is inspired by trains and features holiday bears, colorful gifts and festive installations that are designed for photos. The mall lit its Christmas tree at the launch, and the celebration is scheduled to run through January 2027.
Activities are spread across the Central Atrium, Main Mall Station, Entertainment Mall Station, Arcade Station, MOA Sky and the Central Mall Grounds, from October 22 through January 2027. Families can also join the Postcard Stamp Rally, which runs through November and December, and the Merchant Express market at the Central Atrium from November 7, 2026 to January 10, 2027.
The report does not state an exact closing date for the display, so check the mall's official pages if you plan a visit in January.
Parent tip: Weekday visits are usually calmer for photos. Check the mall's official pages for the exact end date of the display.
- Host
- SM Mall of Asia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM Mall of Asia, Seashell Lane corner Coral Way, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay 1300
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas light show
Grand Holiday Fireworks (Pasay)
- When: Saturdays, Nov 7 to Dec 19, and Fri, Dec 25, 7pm
- Where: SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
- Cost: Price not stated
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
SM Mall of Asia's Grand Holiday Fireworks display is scheduled every Saturday from October to December 2026, and also on Christmas Day, at 7pm. The fireworks are part of the MOA Christmas Express season, which also includes a train-inspired display at the Central Atrium and Santa meet and greets on selected dates.
For families, a Saturday evening can start with Santa or the carols earlier in the day and end with the fireworks. The listed dates here are the Saturdays from November 7 to December 19 and Christmas Day on December 25. The report says the schedule continues every Saturday through December, so check the mall's official pages for any later date.
The report does not mention a charge or a viewing area, so plan to arrive early for a good spot, especially with small children.
Parent tip: Fireworks run at night, so bring ear protection for little ones if they are sensitive to loud noise. Allow extra time for traffic around the Mall of Asia Complex on Saturdays.
- Host
- SM Mall of Asia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM Mall of Asia, Seashell Lane corner Coral Way, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay 1300
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Visit with Santa
Santa Meet and Greet at MOA Christmas Express (Pasay)
- When: Sat, Nov 7, 14, 21, 28 and Dec 5, 19, plus Fri, Dec 25
- Where: SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
- Cost: Price not stated
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
SM Mall of Asia in Pasay launched its MOA Christmas Express 2026 celebration with a train-inspired holiday display at the Central Atrium, and Santa meet and greets are part of the season lineup. According to the mall's announced schedule, Santa will be on hand on Saturday, November 7, 14, 21 and 28, then on December 5 and 19, and again on Christmas Day, December 25.
The Central Atrium display features holiday bears, colorful gifts and festive installations that are made for family photos, so it is a good stop for children who want to see Santa and take pictures in one trip. Start times and entrance details were not stated in the report, so it is best to check the mall's official pages before going. The same report mentions a Postcard Stamp Rally running through November and December.
Parent tip: Start times were not given in the report, so check SM Mall of Asia's official page before you go. Weekend crowds at the Central Atrium can be heavy.
- Host
- SM Mall of Asia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM Mall of Asia, Seashell Lane corner Coral Way, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay 1300
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas show
Christmas Carol Performances at the Central Atrium (Pasay)
- When: Sat, Nov 14 and Nov 28, 5pm
- Where: SM Mall of Asia, Pasay
- Cost: Price not stated
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
As part of the MOA Christmas Express 2026 celebration, SM Mall of Asia has scheduled Christmas carol performances at the Central Atrium on Saturday, November 14 and Saturday, November 28, both at 5pm.
The Central Atrium is also where the mall's Christmas Express display stands, with holiday bears, colorful gifts and festive installations, so families can combine the carols with photos at the display. The mall's wider Christmas program runs from October 22 through January 2027 across several areas of the complex, including the Main Mall Station, Entertainment Mall Station and MOA Sky.
The report does not say who will perform or whether there is any charge, so it is worth checking the mall's official pages closer to the date.
Parent tip: Arrive a little early to find a spot near the atrium. Performer details were not announced in the report.
- Host
- SM Mall of Asia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM Mall of Asia, Seashell Lane corner Coral Way, Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay 1300
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas show
The Nutcracker (Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre) (Pasay)
- When: Fri, Dec 18, 8pm; Sat, Dec 19, 2pm and 7pm
- Where: Newport Performing Arts Theater, Newport World Resorts, Pasay
- Cost: Ticketed, prices on Megatix
- Ages: Ages 3 and up, every child needs a ticket
Details, tips and host
The Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre brings The Nutcracker to Manila for three performances only: Friday, December 18 at 8pm, and Saturday, December 19 at 2pm and 7pm, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Newport World Resorts, Pasay.
The story follows young Masha, who receives a wooden Nutcracker one Christmas Eve, and at midnight the toys come to life and a fairy-tale kingdom opens. The production features about 40 dancers, full-size costumes, grand sets and Tchaikovsky's score. The ticketing page lists the show for ages 3 and up, and it describes it as a good first ballet because it needs no language or subtitles.
Tickets are sold on Megatix, and the promoter says early bird seats are sold out and a large share of tickets is already taken, so book soon. Every child needs their own ticket.
Parent tip: The Saturday 2pm show is the easiest for young children. Buy only through Megatix, since the promoter says tickets from resellers will not be admitted.
- Host
- Newport World Resorts (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Newport Performing Arts Theater, Newport World Resorts, Newport Boulevard, Newport City, Pasay 1309
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas events for kids in Quezon City
2 confirmed events in Quezon City, soonest first.
Visit with Santa
Santa's Air Express (Quezon City)
- When: Daily, until Sun, Jan 10, 2027
- Where: SM City North EDSA, The Block Atrium, Quezon City
- Cost: No ticket mentioned on the mall page
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
Santa's Air Express is this year's Christmas centerpiece at SM City North EDSA in Quezon City. It was launched with a tree lighting on October 23, 2026 and stays up until January 10, 2027, so there is plenty of time to fit in a visit.
The display at The Block Atrium has a soaring Christmas tree, whimsical airships and other aviation themed decor. It is a good photo stop for toddlers and older kids, and you can combine it with a regular mall trip. A Holiday Market with partner brands such as National Bookstore and Toy Kingdom runs from October 25 to January 10, and the mall also lists Christmas chorale performances on December 16 and 19.
Parent tip: Go on a weekday afternoon if you want a shorter wait for photos. Santa meet and greet sessions are only on December 24 and 25, so see the separate listing.
- Host
- SM City North EDSA (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM City North EDSA, The Block Atrium, EDSA corner North Avenue, Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City 1105
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Visit with Santa
Santa Meet & Greet at SM City North EDSA (Quezon City)
- When: Thu, Dec 24 and Fri, Dec 25, at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm
- Where: SM City North EDSA, The Block Atrium, Quezon City
- Cost: No ticket mentioned on the mall page
- Ages: All ages
Details, tips and host
SM City North EDSA lists a Santa Meet & Greet as part of its Santa's Air Express Christmas programme. Families can meet Santa Claus in person and take memorable holiday photos with him at the mall in Quezon City.
There are three sessions on each of the two days, December 24 and 25, at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. The mall page does not say where exactly the sessions are held or whether there is a fee for photos, but the event is part of the display at The Block Atrium, which is open all season.
This is a nice last minute option for families who are staying in the city over Christmas.
Parent tip: Come a little before your chosen time since malls are busy on Christmas Eve. Check the SM Supermalls page or the mall's social pages for the exact spot before you go.
- Host
- SM City North EDSA (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- SM City North EDSA, The Block Atrium, EDSA corner North Avenue, Bagong Pag-asa, Quezon City 1105
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas events for kids in Makati
1 confirmed event in Makati, soonest first.
Christmas show
The Nutcracker (Makati)
- When: Fri, Dec 11, 7:30pm; Sat, Dec 12, 2pm and 7:30pm; Sun, Dec 13, 2pm
- Where: Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Makati
- Cost: PHP 957 to PHP 2,659 per ticket, depending on seat
Details, tips and host
Artists from Ballet Manila join dancers from Steps Dance Studio for a full production of The Nutcracker at the Samsung Performing Arts Theater in Circuit Makati. The story follows young Clara on Christmas Eve, when her Nutcracker doll comes to life and takes her past the Mouse King, through the Kingdom of Snow and on to the Land of the Sweets, where the Sugar Plum Fairy waits. The score is Tchaikovsky's, with sets and costumes by Gino Gonzales.
There are four shows over one weekend: Friday evening, two shows on Saturday and a Sunday matinee. Tickets are sold through TicketWorld. Published prices run from PHP 957 for Balcony 2 sides up to PHP 2,659 for Orchestra Center. The theater and the production are presented by Ayala Land and Circuit Makati, and this is the first time the venue has staged the ballet.
Parent tip: The 2pm shows on Saturday and Sunday end before dinner, so they are easier with young children. Book early, since only four performances are scheduled.
- Host
- Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Circuit Makati (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Samsung Performing Arts Theater, Circuit Makati, A. P. Reyes Street, Carmona, Makati 1207
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Christmas events for kids in Paranaque
1 confirmed event in Paranaque, soonest first.
Christmas show
The Nutcracker by Ballet Philippines (Paranaque)
- When: Fri, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 13, show times to be posted
- Where: The Theatre at Solaire, Paranaque
- Cost: Ticketed, prices not posted
Details, tips and host
Ballet Philippines lists The Nutcracker among the shows of its 57th season, with performances from December 11 to 13, 2026 at The Theatre at Solaire in Entertainment City, Paranaque. The company describes it as a holiday favorite and a showcase of its artistry.
The season page does not yet give show times, ticket prices or an age guide, and it notes that show time, date, title and venue are subject to change, with ticket holders to be notified. Because the dates fall on a Friday to Sunday, families may find a weekend matinee, but this has not been confirmed on the page.
Tickets are sold through the Buy Tickets link on the Ballet Philippines website, so check there for the final schedule and seat prices before planning your trip.
Parent tip: Check the Ballet Philippines site for the final show times and any age guidance before buying tickets. Allow extra travel time to Entertainment City on weekends.
- Host
- Ballet Philippines (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- The Theatre at Solaire, 1 Asean Avenue, Entertainment City, Tambo, Paranaque 1701 (near Pasay)
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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What Christmas events for kids are in Metro Manila in 2026?
We confirmed 9 Christmas events for kids in Metro Manila for 2026, each on its host’s own page, including MOA Christmas Express 2026 (Pasay), The Nutcracker (Makati), The Nutcracker (Saint Petersburg National Ballet Theatre) (Pasay) and 6 more. Each one is listed above with times, cost and a link to the host.
Where can kids see Santa in Metro Manila this year?
Santa appears at Santa Meet and Greet at MOA Christmas Express (Pasay), Santa's Air Express (Quezon City) and Santa Meet & Greet at SM City North EDSA (Quezon City). Times and booking rules are in each listing above.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city, library or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 4, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
