How To Celebrate Christmas in Chennai

It is that time of the year when you let everything go by and immerse yourself in the festive spirit. Whether you’re confused or new to this city, Things2do is here to tell you what to do and where to celebrate Christmas in Chennai in the best way. Keep reading to know what exciting things are happening in Namma Chennai. 

1Enjoy a Wholesome Brunch at Focaccia, Hyatt Regency with your Family

📍Focaccia, Hyatt Regency, Chennai 

Tantalise your taste buds with the big Italian IL Grande Pranzo – The Saturday Brunch at Focaccia, an Italian Dining in Hyatt Regency Chennai. Relish the handmade fresh pasta and extensive desserts. You can also customise your food from the fancy Live Station, and jam to the music while enjoying your brunch. 

It’s like an all-in-one brunch for your festive mood. What if we say that you get a chance to make your own MARTINI? Yes, get your hands on the amazing cocktail-making sessions, Head to Focaccia this Christmas with your family to experience it all! 

Price: Rs.1999++ per person ( Food & Soft Beverages ) 

Rs. 2999++ per person ( Food & Premium Beverages ) 

Contact: 9884369333 for reservations

2Visit the Famous & Holistic Churches in Chennai

Christmas is incomplete without visiting churches in Chennai, star lanterns lighting up everywhere, special brunches in restaurants, and most importantly, the churches in Chennai gearing up for the big day!

Christmas is one of the best festivals to receive blessings in church and witness the Christmasy vibe. There are so many churches in Chennai where you can head to for attending mass and enjoy the Christmas celebrations. Here is a list of the five churches you should visit in Chennai this Christmas.

– St. Thomas Cathedral Basilica, Mylapore

– St. Andrew’s Church, Egmore

– The Armenian Church, George Town

– St. Patrick’s Cathedral, St. Thomas Mount 

– St. George’s Cathedral, Gopalapuram

3It’s time for Christmas Shopping & Carnival at Hyatt Regency, Chennai

Hyatt Regency, Chennai hosts a Christmas Carnival like no other in Chennai which includes fun games and activities for kids along with a huge shopping spree full of giftings! The Carnival also includes face painting, balloon shooting, nail art, cupcake decoration, Instant Photo Booth, Interaction with Santa, and much more!

A fantastic place to take your kids to unwind and spend quality time together in the city. You’ll be thoroughly immersed in the Christmas mood with your loved ones while enjoying the carnival’s festivities. Also, don’t forget to visit the Food Zone in the carnival, where you can indulge your taste buds with a range of scrumptious dishes. 

Whimsical Wonderland by MiniRoo 

Exhibition Entry – Free 

Carnival Entry – Rs.500 

Date: December 17th, 2022

4Visit The Snow Village Christmas Wonderland at Express Avenue, Royapettah, Chennai

Witness white Christmas decor all over the Express Avenue Mall, the Famous Express Train along with a massive Christmas Snow Village is set up in the entire central atrium. All age groups can sit on the train and have a ride around the massive snow village and take pictures. 

The Village has Santa Claus, a pond, a Pole star, a Christmas tree, winter décor, small mountains, huts, and houses, a tunnel through which the train will pass, and Christmas music that evokes the North Pole and Santa Claus’ home. Do not miss out on meeting Papa Santa, who will be at the mall from December 23rd to December 25th, 2022. 

Date : Dec 1 – Dec 25,2022 

5Perfect Festive Buffet at Novotel, Chamiers Road, Chennai

Enjoy the splendour and merriment of this holiday season with your family and friends at Novotel’s Winter Wonderland Festive Buffet. The festivities include a delicious spread, followed by a series of activities including live performances by the 2pc live band, a spin wheel, a scavenger hunt, candy cane making, exclusive vouchers and much more.

This is the ultimate way of celebrating Christmas 2022 in Chennai with your foodie friends, so after shopping and playing a lot of games, make sure you also enjoy the delicious festive buffet too.

Date : Dec 13 – Dec 23 

For Details and Reservations: 7824808005 / 7824808013

Christmas in Chennai is one of the most beautiful and unforgettable festivals to attend; enjoy plum cakes, hot chocolates, and much more with your loved ones. If you want to experience the most of Christmas in Chennai, make sure you follow this guide and @things2doinchennai right now! 

by Swetha Parthiban

Writer at Things2do