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  • Festival of Lights 2023 Illuminates Ayala Triangle Gardens

    Experience the magic of the well-loved Filipino Christmas tradition as Ayala Land brings back the Festival of Lights 2023 with a delightful twist. This year’s event promises not just a classic light show but also two brand new attractions, making it the most spectacular showcase yet. Let’s delve into the details and discover the wonders awaiting you at Ayala Triangle Gardens.

    A Spectacular Evolution: From Light Show to Wonderland

    The Festival of Lights, from its humble origins as a simple light show, has evolved into a breathtaking spectacle. Directed by the renowned Ohm David, the main attraction, “Kaleidoscope of Sight, Sound, and Light,” introduces innovative “mappable LED lights” and interactive floor projections.

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    These cutting-edge technologies transform the courtyard into a mesmerizing canvas of light and color, creating an enchanting experience for visitors of all ages.

    Musical Medleys to Warm Your Heart

    Immerse yourself in the first medley, “Paskong Pinoy,” a visual symphony narrating the story of “Simbang Gabi” through vibrant lights and beloved Filipino Christmas carols. The second medley, “Cosmic K-Pop Christmas,” transports you to a K-Pop concert amid the picturesque Ayala Triangle Gardens. The third medley, “Big Band Holiday,” invokes the glamour of a bygone era, combining Art Deco-inspired lights with iconic tunes. Each medley is a journey through time and music, promising a feast for the senses.

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    Beyond the Courtyard: A Trail of Light Adventures

    Explore curated installations beyond the courtyard, adding an extra layer of magic to your Festival of Lights experience. These installations are strategically placed throughout the gardens, creating a fully immersive and enchanting journey through the art of light.

    Brand New Attractions: Making Wishes and Shedding Light

    “Wish Upon a Light” awaits you at the northern part of the gardens, introducing a wishing pond where your Christmas wishes can come to life. Share your dreams on an interactive screen, and watch as they light up a green wall for everyone to see.

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    In collaboration with Arte House, Leeroy New, and Illac Diaz, the Festival of Lights 2023 proudly presents “Liter of Light.” This art installation features “Elemento” by Leeroy New, shedding light on an inspiring tale of recycled plastic bottles, water, and bleach bringing illumination to classrooms without electricity. Witness this awe-inspiring installation, lit up by solar-powered, recycled water bottles, starting December 2.

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    Save the Date: November 14, 2023, to January 14, 2024

    Mark your calendars for the grand opening of Festival of Lights 2023 on November 14, 2023. The festivities will continue until January 14, 2024, giving you ample time to experience the magic. The show runs every hour, starting at 6 pm, with the final enchanting display at 10 pm.

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    Create Unforgettable Memories at Ayala Triangle Gardens

    Gather your loved ones and immerse yourself in the nostalgic and heartwarming Christmas tradition at Ayala Land’s Festival of Lights 2023. It’s more than a light show; it’s an opportunity to create lasting memories surrounded by countless lights. Don’t miss the chance to bond with the best people in your life this holiday season.

    For the latest updates, follow Ayala Land (@ayalaland) and Make It Makati (@makeitmakati) on Facebook and Instagram. Join us in celebrating “Christmas Nights with Countless Lights” at Ayala Triangle Gardens!

  • Festival of Lights Is Back Live and On-Ground at Ayala Triangle Garden

    Ayala Land will once again make Christmas happen at the launch of the Festival of Lights 2022! After running virtual editions of the Festival of Lights to ensure safety during the pandemic, the most anticipated family Christmas tradition is back LIVE and ON-GROUND at Ayala Triangle Gardens starting November 10, Thursday, with never-before-seen features to usher a BIGGER and BRIGHTER celebration.

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    In partnership with Kroma and Acid House, Ayala Land begins the affair with a fun and quirky introduction to the actual Light Show. Aimed to build a celebratory vibe by creating excitement in light of the two-year pause, the intro video—following the idea of “The Christmas Lights Factory”—suggests that Santa and the elves are working hard to bring the Light Show back. Projected on the canopy façade, everyone gathered at Ayala Triangle Gardens will catch the elves as they prepare the Christmas lights machine to work. As soon as it does, the machine produces lights of various shapes, colors, and sizes. The elves, then, pick these up and transport each element from the screen to the trees surrounding ATG. It ends with Santa with a powerful switch that turns everything on, ready for the Light Show.

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    L – R) Cheng Kabigting, Head of Sales and Marketing of Kroma Entertainment; Ian Monsod, CEO of Kroma Entertainment; GA Fallarme, Festival of Lights 2022 technical director; Sueyen Austero, Festival of Lights 2022 lighting director; Ohm David, Festival of Lights 2022 show director; Misha Quimpo, Project Development Manager for Makati; Mel Ignacio, Senior Estate Head of Makati; Robert Lao, Senior Vice President and Group Head of Ayala Land Estates;  Bobby Dy, President and CEO of Ayala Land; Bea Zobel de Ayala, Jr.; Jaime Zobel de Ayala, Sr.; Beatriz Zobel de Ayala; Sofia Zobel Elizalde; Honorable Abby Binay, Mayor of Makati; Honorable Luis Campos, Congressman of Makati (Second District Representative); Honorable Monique Lagdameo, Vice Mayor of Makati; Chrissy Roa, Head of Marketing and Communications, Ayala Land Estates; Sharon Vital, Marketing Manager for Makati; Alex Jamisola, Senior Marketing Associate for Makati; Maestro Jeffrey Solares of the Manila Symphony Orchestra; Mikey Amistoso and Jazz Nicolas, Festival of Lights 2022 musical composers

    Director Ohm David and Lighting Designer Sueyen Austero conceptualized this year’s grand presentation. As Christmas tunes play, visuals will be projected on the trees around ATG. It begins with moving constellations that slowly form colorful indigenous patterns to tell the story of creation. As the scene builds, the screen blacks out then reveals stars, halos, parols, and other festive icons, which then merge to form a kaleidoscope of images. Moving and turning, it will ultimately end with an explosion of colors.

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    Accompanying the light show are three holiday medleys. The first is an orchestral rendition headed by the Manila Symphony Orchestra, followed by an upbeat TikTok rendition by Tris Suguitan, Jazz Nicolas, and Mikey Amistoso. The show concludes with a soothing chorale rendition by Jazz Nicolas and Mikey Amistoso.

    More to come

    Ayala Land and Make It Makati are bringing back the kind of Christmas we all love and miss. With more upcoming events and festive displays, Makatizens can expect exciting reunions with loved ones this December and beyond.

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    Watch out! More to come are Ayala Land’s Christmas Market at Ayala Triangle Gardens on December 2 to 31 in partnership with the French Embassy; Simbang Gabi at Ayala Triangle Gardens on December 15 to 23 featuring a live performance by the Philippine Youth Symphonic Band on the opening night; and the Samsung Performing Arts Theater’s Christmas Extravaganza on December 20 to 22 featuring Simbang Gabi services and free-for-all concerts for any purchase receipt at Ayala Malls Circuit.

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    The Festival of Lights 2022 will run 6pm – 10 pm, one show every hour, daily, until January 8, 2023. The show, including the projection on the canopy facade of Ayala Triangle Gardens, runs around 20 minutes long all in all.

    For more updates visit Ayala Land at www.ayalaland.com.ph and via social media on Facebook @officialayalaland and Instagram @ayalaland; as well as Make It Makati on Facebook and Instagram @makeitmakati. #MakeItMakati