One Ayala Opens Santa’s Headquarters, a Two-Floor Christmas House in Makati
Last Updated on November 13, 2026 by Jaskaran Singh
There is a new holiday spot in Makati. Santa’s Headquarters opens today, November 13, at One Ayala, and it is one of the biggest Christmas setups in the area this year. The two-floor space is styled like an old Christmas home from Finland, with a market, photo spots, carols and visits from Santa.
What You Will Find Inside
The ground floor is all about gifts and photos. The second floor is where the music, stories and Santa visits happen.
- The Merry Market: Holiday gifts and seasonal finds.
- Santa’s Grooming Station: A fun stop for little ones.
- The Nice List Photo Op: A spot for family pictures.
- Wrap and Dispatch: Gift wrapping for up to two items per receipt when you use a One Ayala Access Card.
Key Details
- Where: One Ayala, Makati
- Opens: Friday, November 13, 2026
- Runs until: December
- Mall hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. from Monday to Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. from Friday to Sunday
- Admission: Not announced, so check One Ayala’s pages before you go
Weekly Holiday Schedule
Each day of the week has its own activity on the second floor:
- The Caroling Department: Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., from November 18 to December 16.
- Christmas Archives (story time): Fridays, 6 to 7 p.m., from November 20 to December 18.
- Big Man’s Office (photos with Mr. and Mrs. Santa): Saturdays, 4 to 6 p.m., from November 21 to December 19.
- Elf Patrol: Sundays, 4 to 6 p.m., from November 22 to December 20.
A Christmas That Gives Back
Santa’s Headquarters also has a charity side. One Ayala is working with Little Arks Foundation on an art day for children. Their artwork will be shown and sold at Santa’s Headquarters, and the money will go to the foundation. Through Ayala Foundation, the children will also visit Ayala Museum.
Healthway and St. Joseph Drug will also offer free health checks and basic wellness screenings on site, according to VRSUS.
Ayala Malls says this season is about time with loved ones, not rushing. “The holidays aren’t measured by how quickly a shopping list gets completed,” Ayala Malls said in a holiday statement published by Philstar.
Tips for Visiting
A little planning can make your visit easier, especially with kids.
- Go on a weekday afternoon if you want smaller crowds.
- Plan Saturday visits around the 4 to 6 p.m. Santa photo time.
- Bring your One Ayala Access Card if you want free gift wrapping.
- Pair your visit with dinner at One Ayala, since the mall stays open until 10 p.m. on weekends.
- Take the bus to the One Ayala terminal if you want to skip parking.
What Happens Next
The weekly activities start next week, with the first caroling night on November 18. That date falls during the ASEAN Summit break, when November 16 to 18 are special non-working days in Metro Manila, so expect bigger crowds. Follow One Ayala on social media for any schedule changes.
References
- VRSUS, One Ayala Is Opening a Two-Floor Christmas House Starting November 13
- Philstar, Ayala Malls brings thoughtful services, festive experiences this holiday season
- The Manila Times, Retail giants mark the season with flickering lights
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