Ever Christmas Caroling Fest 2026
Let Your Voices Sparkle This Christmas
at the Ever Mall Christmas Caroling Fest 2026!
Get your voices ready because the Ever Mall Christmas Caroling Fest 2026 is calling all chorale groups to showcase their musical talent and spread the joy of Christmas through song!
With the theme “Sing the Joy. Share the Magic.”, this exciting Christmas competition invites talented chorale groups to share their love for music through an online video competition, with the opportunity to advance to the live Grand Finals at Ever Commonwealth Mall.
Think your group has what it takes to be crowned this year’s Grand Champion? Gather your fellow singers, prepare your favorite Christmas carols, and let your voices be heard!
How to Join
Joining the Ever Mall Christmas Caroling Fest 2026 is easy! Follow these steps:
1. Like and Follow Ever Mall
Like and follow Ever Mall’s official Facebook page to stay updated on the contest announcements and other exciting Christmas activities.
2. Build Your Chorale Group
Form a chorale group with at least five (5) members. All participants must be 15 years old and above.
3. Record Your Christmas Carol Performance
Showcase your group’s talent through a Christmas song or medley of Christmas songs.
Your performance may be:
♫ Acapella
♫ With live musical instruments
♫ With minus-one accompaniment
Your video entry must have a minimum duration of one (1) minute.
4. Post Your Video Entry Online
Upload your performance video on Social Media and make sure that your post is set to PUBLIC.
Include the official contest hashtags: #EverChristmasCarolingFest2026 #EverCommonwealth
Only video entries published within the official submission period will be accepted.
5. Complete the Online Registration Form
Fill out the official online registration form and provide the direct link to your publicly posted video entry.
Make sure all registration details are complete and accurate!
Registration and Submission Period
Mark your calendars! Online registration and submission will run from: November 13 to December 12, 2026
The Top 5 chorale groups with the highest overall scores will be announced through Ever Mall’s official social media pages and will advance to the live Grand Finals.
Grand Finals: December 19, 2026 | Saturday
Venue: Ever Mall Activity Center
Who Can Join?
The competition is open to chorale groups that meet the following qualifications:
♫ All group members must be 15 years old and above.
♫ Each group must have at least five (5) members.
♫ Participants must reside within Metro Manila and nearby cities or municipalities, including Bulacan, San Mateo, Marikina, Rodriguez, Valenzuela City, and Antipolo, Rizal.
♫ All members must be available to perform live on December 19, 2026, should their group qualify as one of the Top 5 finalists.
Online Qualifying Round: Judging Criteria
All qualified video entries will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
| Judging Criteria | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Engagement (Reactions, Shares & Comments) | 30% |
| Performance & Voice Quality | 50% |
| Costume / Outfit | 20% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
Here’s what the judges will look for:
- Engagement: The accumulated reactions, shares, and comments on the group’s official video entry during the official judging period.
- Performance & Voice Quality: Vocal harmony, pitch, timing, blending, delivery, and overall performance.
- Costume / Outfit: Creativity, coordination, and appropriateness of the group’s attire to the Christmas theme.
The five (5) groups with the highest overall scores will qualify for the Grand Finals!
The Grand Finals: Sing It Live!
The excitement continues as the Top 5 finalists take the stage on December 19, 2026, at the Ever Mall Activity Center!
Each finalist will showcase their musical talent through a live Christmas carol performance. Groups may use their own musical instruments and other necessary performance materials, if applicable.
The live performances will be evaluated based on:
| Grand Finals Judging Criteria | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Vocal Quality & Harmony | 40% |
| Musicality & Interpretation | 30% |
| Creativity & Arrangement | 20% |
| Overall Christmas Spirit & Impact | 10% |
| TOTAL | 100% |
The Grand Champion and the runners-up will be determined based on their overall scores in the live competition.
Exciting Prizes Await!
It’s time to let your talent shine and take home exciting prizes!
Here’s what awaits our winning chorale groups:
| Award | Prize |
|---|---|
| Grand Champion | ₱10,000 worth of cash prizes |
| 1st Runner-Up | ₱7,000 worth of cash prizes |
| 2nd Runner-Up | ₱5,000 worth of cash prizes |
| 3rd Runner-Up | ₱3,000 worth of cash prizes |
| 4th Runner-Up | ₱2,000 worth of cash prizes |
But that’s not all! All five (5) finalists will also receive special prizes from event sponsors, and a Certificate of Recognition (Sintra-mounted certificate).
That’s ₱27,000 worth of guaranteed prizes, plus exciting sponsor giveaways!
Important Reminders and Contest Guidelines
Before submitting your entry, make sure to remember these important guidelines:
1. Only one (1) official entry per chorale group will be accepted.
2. All registration information must be complete and accurate.
3. Video entries must be publicly accessible. Private or inaccessible links and incomplete registrations may be disqualified.
4. Submitted videos must feature the actual participating chorale group. Copied or previously submitted contest entries will not be accepted.
5. Participants must secure the necessary permissions for copyrighted music, backing tracks, and musical arrangements used in their performances.
6. Props, costumes, and musical instruments are allowed, provided they are appropriate and safe.
7. Engagement must be organic. Paid engagements, automated reactions, fake accounts, and other artificial means of increasing scores are strictly prohibited.
8. The organizers reserve the right to verify the identity, age, and eligibility of all participants.
9. Finalists must confirm their participation and attend the Grand Finals on December 18, 2026. Failure to attend may result in forfeiture of their finalist slot.
10. By joining, participants grant Ever Mall permission to repost, share, publish, and use their submitted videos, photos, and performance materials for promotional and documentation purposes, subject to applicable consent requirements.
11. The organizers reserve the right to disqualify participants or groups who violate the official contest mechanics.
12. The judges’ decisions and organizers’ final rulings shall be considered final and irrevocable.
13. Ever Mall reserves the right to amend, suspend, or cancel the contest due to unforeseen circumstances, with proper announcement through its official social media pages.
Ready to Make Christmas Music?
This is your chance to share your passion for music, showcase your chorale group’s talent, and bring the magic of Christmas to life through song!
Whether you sing in perfect harmony, perform beautiful acapella arrangements, or bring your favorite Christmas melodies to life with musical instruments, we want to hear you!
Gather your group, record your performance, and join the celebration!
Registration and Submission Period: November 13–December 12, 2026
Grand Finals: December 18, 2026
Register now and let your voices shine at Ever Mall!
EVER MALL CHRISTMAS CAROLING FEST 2026
SING THE JOY. SHARE THE MAGIC.
Follow Ever Mall’s official social media pages for registration details, finalist announcements, and more exciting Christmas updates!
