The holiday season is about to shine even brighter in Bacolod City as Ayala Malls Capitol Central prepares to officially unveil and light up its 31.4-foot Christmas Tree, the stunning centerpiece of its 2025 holiday celebration.
This year’s theme, “That Feeling When Christmas Magic Unwraps,” promises a festive experience filled with wonder, joy, and the warmth of Filipino family traditions.
Standing tall at the mall’s activity center, the grand Christmas Tree is surrounded by eye-catching gift boxes reaching up to six feet high, transforming the space into a breathtaking showcase of light and color. The tree serves as a visual embodiment of the season’s joy and anticipation — much like the feeling of unwrapping a perfect Christmas present. Each detail, from its structure to its ornaments, reflects the excitement and togetherness that make Christmas truly magical.
According to a press release, the festive spirit begins even before guests step inside. The Ayala Malls Capitol Central façade has been transformed into a majestic holiday masterpiece, highlighted by a spectacular, oversized satin red and gold bow—a signature element of this year’s décor. This elegant installation symbolizes generosity, joy, and celebration, wrapping the mall like a grand gift waiting to be opened. It also serves as a striking photo opportunity and a symbolic welcome that invites every visitor to experience the enchantment within.
The 2025 theme, “That Feeling When Christmas Magic Unwraps,” captures the joy, surprise, and anticipation that define the holiday season. It celebrates not only the beauty of giving but also the emotional warmth of spending Christmas with family and loved ones. The concept behind the tree and the mall’s overall décor centers on “Gifts” — representing blessings, joy, and hope shared throughout the season. The red and gold color palette signifies prosperity, love, and tradition, timeless symbols of the Filipino Christmas spirit.
Crafted from premium, high-impact festive materials, the tree brings the “Magic Unwraps” theme to life with glittering red and gold fabrics, rich metallic ribbons, and large decorative gift boxes integrated into its design. Oversized ornaments, such as radiant metallic balls, grand bows, and starburst accents, enhance the sense of elegance and celebration. Thousands of warm white and gold LED lights illuminate the entire display, casting a magical glow that embodies the brilliance and heart of the holiday season.
The official lighting ceremony of the Ayala Malls Capitol Central Christmas Tree will take place today at 5 p.m. at the Activity Center, marking the start of a month-long celebration filled with music, performances, and community events. Visitors are invited to witness this spectacular moment and experience the joy of Christmas, Ayala-style.*
