The Standard, Maldives becomes candy-themed 'Festive Isle' for Dec 20–Jan 7 celebrations

# What the Festive Isle is

# How the programme unfolds Festivities begin on 20 December with a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony that includes live entertainment, festive treats and family activities. The calendar lists signature events spanning themed pool parties, beachfront feasts, workshops, cultural performances and nightlife programming aimed at couples and families.

• Beachfront sunset gathering with seasonal cocktails, DJs, bubble shows, stilt walkers and face painting.
• Multiple dining paths: Guduguda (Tastes of Island Heritage), BBQ Shak (Fire & Festive Indulgence), Onda (Mediterranean sharing feast) and Surf & Turf options.
• Nighttime X'mas Eve Toast with DJs, LED performances and fire shows on the shoreline.

• "Santa's Island Arrival" on Huruvalhi with kids' games, giveaways and photo opportunities.
• Sunny Huruvalhi Brunch featuring holiday favourites and seasonal specialties.
• Evening Land & Sea Feast: beachfront dining focused on premium meats and fresh seafood, followed by Boduberu drumming and fire performances.

• Curated dining choices across Guduguda, Onda and BBQ Shak, including open-fire culinary sequences and a five-course experience at BBQ Shak.
• Candy Land Culinary Journey: thematic culinary presentations and playful surprises tied to the year's Candy Land concept.
• Party with live DJs, LED entertainment, fire shows and a fireworks display over the Indian Ocean.
• Thailand-based DJ Kessaé Kimmi will perform during the island takeover.

# Dining and culinary focus Culinary programming is central to the Festive Isle. Offerings span authentic Maldivian dishes, Mediterranean feasts, premium seafood showcases and live-fire cooking demonstrations. Named highlights include Coastal Feast, Waves & Wine, Sea & Sparkles and Fresh Catch Experience. Specialty nights will feature lobster, crab, oysters and foie gras alongside local ingredients.

# Entertainment and family programming Beyond food, the island schedule mixes pool parties (Not Your Standard Pool Party), cultural activities, interactive workshops, wellness sessions and island adventures. The programme aims to provide both high-energy beachfront nights with DJs and more relaxed family-oriented daytime experiences.

# Practical takeaways for potential guests

• Dates to note: 20 December 2026 (opening ceremony) through 7 January 2027 (closing). Key nights: 24, 25 and 31 December.

• Events combine resort-produced performances (LED, fire shows, DJs) with local cultural elements such as Boduberu drumming.

# Bottom line The Standard, Maldives has packaged its year-end season around a candy-inspired theme that ties culinary variety, family activities and beachside entertainment into a run of scheduled events. The offer is broad: immersive dining options, evening spectacles and daytime family programming across the resort's restaurants and public spaces.