Christmas 2023: Things to do in Hyderabad this festive season!

HYDERABAD: It's Christmas time. And the city is full of beautiful Christmas decorations, lights and magnificent Christmas trees in shopping centres, cafés, churches and Christmas carols.

Given that Christmas occurs on Monday this year, there will be a long weekend with many working professionals looking forward to activities and places to spend this holiday season.

From baking Christmas cakes to visiting cafes for Christmas brunch to witnessing the huge Christmas trees in the malls, attending a midnight mass and taking a short break with family and friends, Hyderabad has it all this festive season.

Check out these activities to enjoy with your loved ones this festive season in Hyderabad

Christmas Pop-Up Bazar 2023

Explore the Christmas Flea Market at Raichandani Mall in Kompally Hyderabad, where handcrafted treasures and seasonal treats will be exhibited, delivering a one-of-a-kind shopping experience this Christmas season.The flea market will be open from 10:30 a.m. from December 23 until December 24, 2023.

OG's Wonderland Christmas 2023

You can enjoy the winter flea market at One Golf brewery in Hyderabad's Financial sector, where there will be fashion, cuisine, music, magic, and plenty of fun. OG's Wonderland (Winter Edition) is a one-of-a-kind winter funfair with Santa, snow, ice and a glow. Visit the brewery between 11 a.m. and 11 p.m. to experience Christmas in OG's winter wonderland like never before.The Fat Santa Feast at Novotel Hyderabad

As Novotel Hyderabad celebrates the extravagant and cheerful festive mood, indulge in the Fat Santa Christmas Feast that tickles your palette and makes you go ho-ho-ho. The Christmas feast will be served from December 24 to December 25, 2023 at the Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre in Kondapur.

XMAS Delights at Novotel Airport

Christmas Eve Dinner at Hotel Novotel Airport, Hyderabad, offers an amazing culinary experience, elegant festive ambiance, and specialised festive entertainment. You can enjoy live music, turkey carving, and sweet treats, making every meal a celebration. The Christmas Eve Dinner will begin at 7 p.m. on December 24, 2023.

Christmas Celebrations Dinner & Music at Hamlet

Celebrate the festive season at Hamlet resort in the beautiful green quiet settings illuminated by twinkling lanterns at the ranch side. Join family and friends for a festive celebration featuring scrumptious drinks and snacks under the sparkling night sky. The Hamlet Resort - Shankarpalle is providing a special package that includes a special dinner with music beginning at 7 p.m. on December 24, 2023.

Wonder Christmas ft. Bridge Music

Make your way to the Sandhya Convention Centre in Gachibowli, Hyderabad, for an unforgettable evening with New City Church. The event will take place on December 23, 2023, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Sandhya Convention, Old Mumbai Highway, Hyderabad, India.

Enjoy Carols, live painting by Jevisha Mathias, dancing, and musical stylings by Bridge Music, Prince Mulla, Prakruthi Angelina, Zayvan, Anu Samuel, Stephen Netto, The Wonder Choir, and other phenomenal artists..

Enjoy a joyful experience at the Wonder of Christmas through Bridge Music, Prince Mulla, and more!

Kids Vlogging competition-Christmas Talent hunt

Take your children aged 5 to 16 to the Kids Vlogging Competition - Christmas Talent Hunt, a fantastic children's winter festival taking place from December 13 to December 25, 2023. Registration opened on November 25 and will continue until December 24, 2023.

Students can choose a topic such as travelling, toys/gadgets, demos, tutorials, instructional videos, and so on, and make a 5-10 minute video and share it on 8447861997 using Whatsapp. The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2023. The results will be published on January 1, 2024.

Let us celebrate the approaching festival of joy with laughter, heartfelt moments and sumptuous feasts. Merry Christmas!