Bandos Maldives is set to welcome the festive season with ‘Candy Land Magic’, a celebration bringing together colourful festivities, culinary experiences, family activities and entertainment from 20 December 2026 to 7 January 2027.
The festive programme features a variety of activities designed for guests of all ages, including creative workshops, cooking experiences, wellness sessions, beach games and live entertainment. Highlights include the Candy Land Christmas tree lighting, traditional Maldivian culinary experiences, festive cake mixing, Japanese-inspired dinners and live music performances by Beatus Duo, The Notion Band and DJ Katty.
Christmas Celebrations
The Christmas celebrations begin with the lighting of the Candy Land Christmas tree on 20 December, accompanied by the Bandos Carollers. Throughout the following days, guests can take part in festive activities such as gingerbread cottage decorating, Christmas crafts, a costume parade, beach volleyball and family games. The programme also features a Candy Land Street Food Market, a festive food and wine pairing and a Christmas beach BBQ.
Christmas Eve will feature a gala dinner at Gallery, alongside Christmas carols and a live performance by The Notion Band, followed by DJ Katty. On Christmas Day, Santa will arrive at Huvan Beach as part of the celebrations, with activities continuing through a festive breakfast, beach games, live music and a karaoke evening.
Welcoming 2027
The celebrations continue towards the New Year with a programme of island activities and entertainment. On 31 December, guests can enjoy a sunset dolphin discovery cruise, followed by the final sunset of the year with live music and refreshing drinks at Huvan Deck. The New Year’s Eve Gala will feature a dinner at Gallery, while the countdown celebrations at Sand Bar will bring live music, DJ entertainment and candy-coloured fireworks to welcome 2027.
The New Year programme continues into January with activities including the Crab Derby, a Kids’ Beach Party, Japanese-inspired dining at Sakura Evening, traditional Maldivian music and dance, cooking classes, beach activities and live entertainment. The programme also includes an Orthodox Christmas Dinner on 6 January, featuring BBQ favourites and live melodies from Beatus Duo.
With its ‘Candy Land Magic’ theme, Bandos Maldives invites guests to celebrate the festive season through joyful experiences, island entertainment and special moments shared with family and friends, bringing the holiday celebrations to a sweet close in the tropical surroundings of the Maldives.