Christmas Events in Kuala Lumpur: Your Guide to Festive Magic This Season

Each December, Kuala Lumpur transforms into a glittering festive playground filled with lights, music, markets, and seasonal performances. From skating beneath the Petronas Twin Towers to highland snowfall experiences, light festivals, and classical ballet, the city offers no shortage of ways to celebrate Christmas.

This guide highlights the most unmissable Christmas events taking place from now through early January.

Skating Beneath the Petronas Twin Towers at Suria KLCC

Image Credit: Malaysia Shopping Mall / Trista Lim

One of the most talked-about festive attractions this year is Suria KLCC’s outdoor roller skating rink, officially recognised by the Malaysia Book of Records as the nation’s first outdoor skating rink. Inspired by New York’s Rockefeller Centre, the rink allows visitors to skate around an impressive 80-foot Christmas tree with the iconic Petronas Twin Towers as the backdrop.

The rink operates until 25 December and is located at the mall’s Centre Court. Surrounding it is a fully immersive festive installation featuring a grand, multi-tiered Christmas tree decorated with warm gold tones and twinkling lights. Inside the tree, visitors can enter a mirrored room filled with reflective panels and shimmering décor that create striking visual illusions, ideal for photographs. Subtle Lancôme fragrances enhance the multi-sensory experience.

Other attractions include an Interactive Music Box where guests can choose from six festive melodies while lights respond to the rhythm, as well as a complimentary festive photobooth. The Centre Court display remains open until 4 January 2026.

Rewards:

Spend RM500 to redeem two skating sessions. Spend RM2,500 to receive a RM100 Suria KLCC voucher and two exclusive skating tickets.

Winter Wonderland in the Highlands at Genting

Running from 21 November 2025 to 1 January 2026, Genting Winter Wonderland offers free admission and transforms Resorts World Genting into a festive highland escape. The celebrations span Kimhua Atrium, Skytropolis Indoor Theme Park, and Genting SkyWorlds.

Highlights include:

Kimhua Atrium features four themed decoration zones titled Jingle Bell Jesters, First Noel, Mr Merry and Bright, and Christmas Starlights. Guests can meet Genting’s Highland Heroes such as Tabby the Tiger, Allie the Elephant, and Joe the Orangutan until 18 December. From 19 December onwards, Jolly Jumbos and The Twinkles take over for Santa meet-and-greet sessions.

Entertainment includes Christmas choir performances, Enchanted Noël dance shows, and playful Elf performances. A 45-foot Santa Carousel stands as the main festive centrepiece.

Magical Snowfall:

Real snow falls on Liberty Lane every Sunday to Thursday with five daily sessions, and every Friday and Saturday with nine sessions. On Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, eleven snowfall sessions take place at 7.30 pm, 8.30 pm, 9.30 pm, 10.30 pm, and 11.00 pm.

Special Performances:

On Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Eve, visitors can enjoy the Magical Ventriloquist Puppet Show, a family-friendly performance filled with humour and festive charm.

Enchanted Evenings at the ParkCity Year-End Light Festival

From 28 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, The Waterfront at Desa ParkCity hosts a free-entry light festival open daily from 7.00 pm to 10.30 pm. The festival features eight illuminated zones spread across the waterfront.

The eight zones include:

• Midnight Garden with festively lit lawns

• Moonlit Blossom featuring glowing floral displays

• Butterflies on the Lake with reflections dancing on the water

• Bamboo Grove formed by arches of light

• Crystal Trees create glowing forest pathways

• Fairy Oak with cascading lights

• Luminous Wings inspired by birds in motion

Arctic Nature showcases a winter-themed eco display

Two installations focus on sustainability, including a jungle scene with illuminated animals and a heart-shaped sculpture made from recycled plastic bottles.

A European-inspired Christmas market at The Waterfront adds to the atmosphere, offering garlands, wreaths, and festive decorative pieces.

Getting there:

The drive from Kuala Lumpur city centre takes approximately 20 minutes via the DUKE Highway or Jalan Kepong. Public transport options include MRT Sri Damansara Sentral with the T109 feeder bus, or KTM Kepong Central, followed by e-hailing.

Indoor Snow Fun at Blue Ice Snow Park

Located at 163 Retail Park, Blue Ice Snow Park offers year-round winter experiences with added festive programming during Christmas. Visitors can enjoy ice skating, artificial snow zones, and interactive activities suitable for families.

Christmas highlights include:

• Festive scavenger hunts

• Costumed characters roaming the snow areas

• Snow sculpting and Christmas craft workshops

• Interactive sessions for both children and adults

This is an excellent option for those seeking something different from shopping and sightseeing.

Christmas Markets and Shopping Experiences

Mid Valley Megamall’s Santa’s Academy features a winter forest theme with towering trees, wooden chalets, and woodland characters. Children can participate in elf missions and festive workshops, while scheduled performances add to the atmosphere.

Pavilion Kuala Lumpur and Mid Valley Megamall also feature grand festive decorations throughout December, best enjoyed in the evening when the lights are fully illuminated.

Shopping Mall Light Displays

Several major shopping destinations offer free festive displays and photo spots throughout December, including Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, Suria KLCC, and Mid Valley Megamall.

Festive Dining and Christmas Buffets

For those celebrating over a meal, several hotels offer special Christmas buffets.

Lemon Garden Café, Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur:

Christmas Eve buffet on 24 December with lunch and dinner priced between RM298 and RM318 nett per adult

Christmas Day buffet on 25 December with lunch and dinner at RM318 nett per adult

Park Lounge, Mandarin Oriental:

Christmas Eve dinner buffet on 24 December from 6.30 pm to 10.30 pm at RM488+ per adult and RM244+ per child

Christmas Day lunch buffet on 25 December from 12.30 pm to 4.00 pm at the same price

Optional beverage packages are available

Read more: Christmas Buffet in KL You Wouldn’t Want to Miss Out

Planning Your Christmas in Kuala Lumpur

With such a wide range of festive events, planning is essential. Visit light installations in the evening to enjoy the full visual effect, and arrive early at popular venues such as Suria KLCC on weekends to avoid crowds. Dining experiences and theatre performances should be booked in advance, particularly around Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve.

Whether you are looking for outdoor winter attractions, cultural performances, or a festive shopping atmosphere, Kuala Lumpur offers a magical Christmas experience for visitors of all ages.