Let Christmas magic take center stage as SM Mall of Asia unveils The MOA Christmas Express

Christmas is a season of traditions, togetherness, and memories that families carry through the years. This holiday season, SM Mall of Asia is bringing the festive feels with The MOA Christmas Express 2026, a celebration packed with dazzling displays, live entertainment, and holiday experiences worth making time for.

Darren Espanto made a special performance at the ceremony

Kicking off the festivities is MOA’s grand Christmas tree lighting, made even more special with a musical performance by Darren Espanto and the AMP Big Band. Expect plenty of Christmas cheer, picture-perfect moments, and another reason to add MOA to your holiday plans.

The MOA Christmas Express brings the magic of Christmas to life through its signature train-inspired display, charming holiday bears, colorful gifts, and festive installations. These elements create a lively Christmas setting where families can take photos, share special moments, and make new memories while keeping their favorite holiday traditions alive.

Aside from the Christmas centerpiece, guests can look forward to a grand lineup of activities throughout the season. Families can enjoy The Christmas Carols on November 14 and 28 at 5:00 PM at the Central Atrium, filling the mall with beloved holiday melodies. The Grand Holiday Fireworks will light up the sky every Saturday from October to December, as well as on Christmas Day, at 7:00 PM, giving families another reason to gather and celebrate.

Kids and kids-at-heart can also look forward to the Santa Meet & Greet on November 7, 14, 21, and 28, and December 5, 19, and 25. For guests who enjoy a little holiday adventure, the Postcard Stamp Rally invites visitors to explore the mall and collect stamps throughout November and December. Meanwhile, The Merchant Express, running from November 7, 2026, to January 10, 2027, at the Central Atrium, adds another festive attraction to the season.

Perkin O. So, SAVP for Mall Operations, SM Mall of Asia, welcomed guests during the launch

 

Guests can also take part in the MOA 20 Grand Christmas Raffle for a chance to win a brand new Hyundai Staria 7S Premium vehicle, making the holidays even more exciting. Together, these activities offer families more ways to celebrate, discover new experiences, and create memories throughout the Christmas season.


From festive displays and live entertainment to shopping, dining, and seasonal activities, SM Mall of Asia offers families different ways to make the holidays their own. Whether it is a yearly family tradition, a spontaneous weekend visit, or a special day spent with friends, each experience brings another opportunity to connect and create memories worth keeping.

With The MOA Christmas Express, SM Supermalls gives beloved Filipino Christmas traditions a fresh spin, bringing families together through new experiences, entertainment, and plenty of reasons to make holiday memories. After all, Christmas is best enjoyed with your favorite people, preferably with a little extra sparkle.

The holiday fun runs from October 22 through January 2027, with festive activations, live performances, and mall experiences across the Central Atrium, Main Mall Station, Entertainment Mall Station, Arcade Station, MOA Sky, and Central Mall Grounds. Consider this your cue to add MOA to your Christmas itinerary.

This Christmas, gather your loved ones, enjoy the festive sights and sounds, and make new memories aboard The MOA Christmas Express.

All aboard! Get your ticket to Christmas and join the journey at SM Mall of Asia.