This Christmas season, City of Dreams Manila sets the tone for festive celebrations with a thoughtful mix of staycation offers, shopping finds, seasonal dining, family-friendly activities, and live entertainment.
Merry DreamPlay Getaway
Holiday escapes await at the resort’s three Forbes Travel Guide-rated hotels, each adorned with dazzling Christmas décor.
Families can enjoy two-night holiday packages starting at P19,600 at Hyatt Regency Manila, P20,600 at Michelin Guide–recommended Nobu Hotel Manila, and P22,600 at Nüwa Manila.
Each package includes daily breakfast buffet at The Café for two adults and two children aged 12 and below, a Christmas welcome amenity of handcrafted chocolates, complimentary maxibar, two participant and two non-participant tickets to DreamPlay, and one Gingy plush toy per stay.
Booking is open until December 29, with stay period valid until December 30, 2025.
The Gift Market at The Shoppes at the Boulevard
Set against a festive display of parols celebrating the warmth of a Filipino Christmas, the resort’s retail strip features over 40 handpicked brands until January 4. Shoppers can browse luxury, fashion, beauty, tech, and lifestyle names including Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Coach, Tory Burch, Charriol, Anne Klein, Seiko, Longchamp, Swarovski, Francis Libiran, Clinique, MAC, Samsung, HUAWEI, Xiaomi, vivo, Bath & Body Works, Dyson, JBL, Harman Kardon, Nike, adidas, Pottery Barn, Samsonite, American Tourister, and many more.
City of Dreams Manila premium items and Café Society’s Christmas goodies are also available at the bazaar.
Holiday indulgence at Café Society
Embracing the spirit of giving, Café Society offers a festive selection of seasonal breads, pastries, handcrafted chocolates, and confections until January 4.
Highlights include Christmas hampers starting at P7,980, gingerbread houses with prices beginning at P1,500, panettone at P3,600, and Christmas-themed cakes such as the Christmas Gift Box Surprise Cake (P2,400), Pistachio Wreath Cake (P2,200), Santa Belt Cake (P1,900), and assorted yule log cakes.
DreamPlay’s Holiday Parade and Christmas Activities
DreamPlay, the world’s first DreamWorks-inspired indoor family entertainment center, is hosting its yuletide festivities from December 6 to January 1, 2026. Daily Shrek Santa Meet and Greets run from 2pm to 7pm, while magic shows at DreamTales Library are scheduled throughout the week.
Families can also enjoy the all-star holiday parade at The Shops at the Boulevard every Saturday and Sunday of December, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Day, featuring beloved DreamWorks characters.
Post Christmas shows
Festivities continue with live performances at the Grand Ballroom. The Man Alive Choice, a Korean male revue show, performs on December 27 and 28 at 8pm, followed by “The Carpenters Reborn” concert on December 29 at 8pm.
For reservations and details, guests may call 8800-8080, email guestservices@cod-manila.com, or visit the City of Dreams Manila website.
