The holiday season shines brighter at City of Dreams Manila as the luxury integrated resort celebrates the spirit of Christmas with festive staycation packages, vibrant entertainment, and indulgent shopping and dining experiences. Guests can immerse themselves in the warmth and excitement of the season across the resort’s world-class hotels, retail destinations, and entertainment spaces.
Merry DreamPlay Getaway
Families can look forward to a luxurious holiday retreat at any of City of Dreams Manila’s three Forbes Travel Guide-rated hotels. Each property is beautifully adorned with dazzling Christmas décor, creating an enchanting atmosphere for the season.
Special two-night stay holiday packages start at P19,600 at Hyatt Regency, P20,600 at the Michelin Guide-recommended Nobu Hotel Manila, and P22,600 at Nüwa Manila. Each stay includes daily complimentary breakfast buffet at The Café for two adults and two children aged 12 and below, a handcrafted chocolate Christmas welcome amenity, and a complimentary maxibar. Guests also receive two participant tickets and two non-participant tickets to DreamPlay, along with one Gingy plush toy per stay.
Bookings are available until December 29, 2025, for stays until December 30, 2025, under DTI-Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-242085 Series of 2025.
The Gift Market at The Shoppes at the Boulevard
The festive spirit continues at The Shoppes at the Boulevard, where colorful parols (lanterns) illuminate the retail promenade. The resort’s Gift Market features over 40 curated brands, offering premium holiday gift options for every shopper.
Until January 4, visitors can explore collections from Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Coach, Tory Burch, Charriol, Anne Klein, Seiko, Longchamp, Swarovski, Francis Libiran, Clinique, MAC, Samsung, Huawei, Xiaomi, Vivo, Bath & Body Works, Gourdos, Lodge, Swissmar, Microplane, Triflex, Oakley, G-Force, Sunglass Haven, Dyson, JBL, Harman Kardon, Giordano, Esprit, Guess, Toby’s, Nike, Adidas, Sanuk, Pottery Barn, Make Room, Samsonite, American Tourister, and Jisulife.
Exclusive City of Dreams Manila merchandise and Café Society’s Christmas treats are also available at the bazaar, making it a complete one-stop destination for holiday shopping.
Holiday Indulgence at Café Society
Café Society celebrates the joy of giving through its collection of festive breads, pastries, handcrafted chocolates, and confections. Each creation is prepared to capture the flavors of the season and wrapped in elegant, festive packaging, making them ideal for gifting.
Available until January 4, offerings include Christmas hampers starting at P7,980, gingerbread houses beginning at P1,500, and various Panettone (Italian Christmas bread) starting at P3,600. The café also features a tempting lineup of Christmas-themed cakes, including the Christmas Gift Box Surprise Cake (P2,400), Pistachio Wreath Cake (P2,200), Santa Belt Cake (P1,900), and a selection of yule log cakes.
DreamPlay’s Holiday Parade and Christmas Activities
DreamPlay, the world’s first DreamWorks-inspired indoor family entertainment center, celebrates the holidays with festive activities from December 6 to January 1, 2026. Children can meet Shrek Santa daily from 2 pm to 7 pm, while a magic show at DreamTales Library adds to the fun. Show schedules are 1:30 pm, 3:30 pm, and 5:25 pm from Wednesday to Friday, and 1:30 pm and 4:00 pm on weekends.
Families can also enjoy DreamPlay’s all-star holiday parade at The Shops at the Boulevard at 6 pm every Saturday and Sunday in December, including Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Beloved DreamWorks characters from Shrek, Kung Fu Panda, Puss in Boots, Madagascar, and Trolls will join the parade, spreading cheer throughout the resort.
Post-Christmas Live Shows
The excitement continues after Christmas at the Grand Ballroom with two live performances. The Korean group The Man Alive Choice, known as “Seoul’s hottest secret,” takes the stage on December 27 and 28. Produced by Rabbit Hole Entertainment, the show features eight performers blending choreography, sultry music, and playful theatrics in an engaging, interactive performance.
On December 29, DMC Philippines presents The Carpenters Reborn, a nostalgic concert featuring Chloe Foston’s renditions of beloved Carpenters classics such as “Close to You” and “I Won’t Last a Day Without You,” along with holiday favorites like “Merry Christmas, Darling.”
Both The Man Alive Choice and The Carpenters Reborn performances start at 8 pm.
For reservations and more details, guests can call 8800-8080, email guestservices@cod-manila.com, or visit www.cityofdreamsmanila.com/en/whats-on. Exclusive rewards and offers are available through the Melco Club App, free to download on iOS and Android.
