Christmas is getting a royal makeover at SM Megamall! This year, the mall is welcoming the holiday season with Mega Holidays 2026: The Royal Court of Christmas, a regal holiday experience inspired by the timeless elegance of chess. The launch is headlined by its original musical, staged by the Repertory Philippines and, for the first time, brought to life with a live orchestral score by the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra.
Launched on October 16, the festive spectacle transforms the Mega Fashion Hall into a grand royal court fit for the season, complete with its red-and-white checkered floor stretching beneath towering, oversized chess pieces cast in ruby red, champagne gold, and pearl white, and a towering 45-foot Christmas tree. It’s a magical setting for families, friends, and holiday-loving mallgoers looking to get into the Christmas spirit.
Step Into The Royal Court of Christmas
The centerpiece of SM Megamall’s holiday celebration is The Royal Court of Christmas, an original musical that brings a chess-inspired kingdom to life.
The story follows a young girl who discovers a gift beneath the Christmas tree and finds herself transported to a magical kingdom. With help from colorful characters, including the Jester, the Royal Bard, and the Kingsguard, she joins the Queen and King in lighting the kingdom’s grand Christmas tree before returning home to a warm welcome from Santa Claus.
The production features theater actors Kayla Rivera, Markki Stroem, and Emilia Fuglister, with performances by Repertory Philippines. The production marks the first time an SM Megamall Christmas musical is accompanied by a live score from the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra, showcasing SM Megamall’s continued push to give guests a maxed out holiday experience.
The Royal Court of Christmas is part of a season-long celebration. This year, SM Supermalls will run a series of festive launches and family activities across its mall network, reaffirming its position as one of the most loved places to visit during the holidays.
More Ways to Celebrate Christmas at SM Megamall
The royal festivities are only the beginning. SM Megamall is also bringing back holiday traditions and adding more activities to keep the Christmas cheer going throughout the season. Beyond the musical spectacle, SM Megamall is rolling out even more reasons to visit this season:
- Santa Meet & Greet — Every Sunday, from November 22 to December 25, Santa Claus will happily meet guests and hear out their Christmas wishes! You can visit Santa at three timeslots during the Meet & Greet dates: 2pm, 4pm, and 6pm.
- Christmas Chorale — If you love listening to holiday songs, SM Megamall will raise the Christmas cheer with live performances from RTU Himig Rizalia, Chorus Vocales Philippines, Emilio Aguinaldo Chorale, and Camerata Philippines Chorale. Catch these groups every Saturday from November 28 to December 19, at 2pm and 5pm!
- Mega 12 Gifts of Christmas — Doing some Christmas shopping at SM Megamall? Great news: you might just be one of the lucky winners of a MINI Aceman SE car, DJI Pocket 4 OSMO Action Camera, Sony 1000x Headphones, Dyson Airwrap, and more! Customers can enter with a minimum single-receipt purchase of PHP 3,000.00 at any SM Megamall store or restaurant (except SM Supermarket). Now on its third year, the annual raffle will run from October 10, 2026 to January 10, 2027! Full mechanics can be found on SM Megamall’s Facebook page.
Make SM Megamall Part of Your Christmas Plans
Whether it’s catching the Royal Court in session, hunting for gifts, or simply spending time with loved ones, SM Megamall invites everyone to make this year’s holidays truly their own. But the celebration doesn’t end there, as your most loved SM Supermalls nationwide are unwrapping their own signature Christmas experiences throughout the season, each one ready to welcome families and friends who are in search of holiday magic close to home.
This Christmas, make every mall visit, every gift, and every memory truly #MySM. Follow @smsupermalls on social media for the latest scoop on holiday celebrations happening across the country. After all, Christmas is best enjoyed when there’s a little wonder waiting around every corner.