The annual Ayala Avenue Christmas Lighting lit up last November 13, 2025, and this year, Makati proudly present Makati In Color: Where Christmas Tradition Meets Imagination.
"This year's theme reflects that spirit of creativity and renewal. These designs celebrate Filipino heritage expressed in a modern, contemporary way, much like Makati itself," said Ms. Meean Dy, President & CEO of Ayala Land.
The theme is a vibrant take on Filipino symbols expressed through unexpected colors, patterns and forms. Inspired by the sarimanok (a symbol of prosperity) and anahaw (a symbol of resilience), the pieces reinterpret heritage in ways that reflect Makati's character as a thought leader in urban creativity and innovation.
But Makati In Color is not just a visual story. It is a full celebration with performances, shows and community activities that makes it a truly Filipino Christmas experience.
Christmas in Makati expands further than ever before. The lights now extend beyond Ayala Avenue and Ayala Triangle Gardens, illuminating Paseo de Roxas and Makati Avenue to create a more connected and immersive holiday experience.
And today marks another first: Makati's flagship malls- starting with Greenbelt- also join the celebration by lighting up their own spaces.
From Makati CBD to Circuit Makati, the theme travels across the city, unifying Makati under one contemporary Christmas story.
PASKONG LIKHA: A Textured Filipino Christmas Experience Across Ayala Triangle
Ayala Land and Make It Makati highlights the curated lineup of shows, installations, markets and creative activities brought to life across different corners of Ayala Triangle Gardens.
Paskong Likha is a layered celebration of Filipino artistry- bringing together the polish of theatre and pop performers with the raw, rhythmic energy of indie Filipino artists. It is a joyful expression of creativity and community, where every detail contributes to the story of who we are.
Key features include:
- Craft sessions where the community can adorn trees with decorative fabrics
- Performances staged throughout Ayala Triangle to activate multiple spaces and create an immersive experience
With all these features, the Gardens turn into a living canvas filled with vibrant, textured and unmistakably Filipino celebration.
A SEASON-LONG CELEBRATION
The Ayala Avenue Lighting featured performances by Cris Villonco, Shiela Valderrama, Arman Ferrer, the Chorale Society of Makati and Mari Dance.
November 15 & 16 - UST Singers
November 22 & 23 - Orchestra Performance
November 26 - 'We Play Here: The Final Act' by Warner Music Philippines featuring Arthur Miguel, Dilaw, FELIP, Jan Roberts, Jason Dhakai, Lola Amour, PLAYERTWO, Stell and Sugarcane
December 5-7 / 12-14 / 19-22 - 'Pasko na Manam: Music in the Park' celebrates the season with a string quarter playing beloved Christmas classics at Ayala Triangle Gardens
December 26 & 28 - Outdoor cinema under the canopy of Tower One (MMFF celebration)
December 31- NYE countdown at Ayala Avenue featuring the country's biggest artists
CHRISTMAS MARKETS: Makati Street Meet at Paseo de Roxas
There will be a series of Christmas markets at Paseo de Roxas that highlights Filipino artisanal food, local makers and homegrown art, as well as the classic French bazaar which is presented as a Franco-Filipino market.
December 13-14 / 20-21 - Makati Street is hosting the third installment of Marche de Noel in collaboration with the French Embassy. This annual Christmas market features French and Filipino gastronomy. A must-visit for foodies!
SIMBANG GABI
December 15-23 - annual Simbang Gabi at Ayala Triangle
Christmas in Color in Makati celebrates what Makati does best- creativity, innovation, community and culture, woven into one unforgettable textured Filipino Christmas experience.
Join us at Ayala Triangle Gardens, Ayala Center Makati, and Circuit Makati from November 13 to January 11, 2026, and experience Makati In Color.
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