Enchanted Kingdom (EK) — the first and only world class theme park in the Philippines — is set to become livelier this holiday season with Christmas Tree Lighting and launch of a giant lantern on November 26.

The November 26 launching of Christmas Tree and giant lantern is part of EK’s bid to create a magical Christmas story for Filipinos.

EK has tapped renowned lantern maker from Pampanga, Eric Bondoc Quiwa, who is sharing his expertise for the creation of the 22-foot lantern to be installed at the Agila Grounds.

Arguably the biggest in the country, this parol will be the centerpiece of the theme park’s holiday events that will see 100 more lanterns around the park.

EK is also featuring Firefly Lighting CeleBrights moments with the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony for all to enjoy at the Spaceport.

According to EK President and Chairman Mario Mamon, EK is committed to showcase the Filipino Christmas tradition of parols and local decorations to bring nostalgia during the holiday season.

“It is no doubt that Christmas is the most festive and magical time of the year in the Philippines,” said Mamon.

“As a proud Filipino company, EK is the ideal place where Filipino families can create more magical experiences and reminisce about their most enchanted Christmas stories,” he added.

EK is also set to showcase their homegrown talents through their Christmas shows such as the plays Christmas at the Kingdom (EK Story) and Brooklyn Diaries: Oh Paskong Maligaya (OPM).

The Eldar’s Christmas Parade will feature Eldar the Wizard and the Royal Family with the storybook characters as they dance and prance around Enchanted Kingdom to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

EK’s very own vocal groups Victoria’s Way and The Kingsmen together with P-pop girl group SMS will serenade guests with Christmas songs at EK’s bandstand.