Eastern & Oriental Berhad (E&O), in collaboration with local entrepreneur community Cloud Club, recently hosted Andaman Island’s first large-scale community Christmas event, the Fa-La-La Christmas Market.

Held over three days, the event attracted approximately 10,000 visitors daily and celebrated the festive season, showcasing local entrepreneurial talent through a curated marketplace and community-driven activities.

Located on a 760-acre reclaimed island, Andaman is a visionary project by E&O, designed to redefine urban living. With its seamless integration of sustainability, connectivity, community building, and a strong focus on enhancing the quality of life, Andaman Island aims to set new standards for modern living.

The Fa-La-La Christmas Market featured 60 vendor booths, offering a wide variety of products, from fashion and beauty to desserts, pet-friendly items, and artisanal gifts. Vendors were carefully selected to ensure a diverse mix of offerings and match the event’s relaxed lawn vibe, bringing unique offerings beyond traditional F&B to create an inclusive and vibrant marketplace.

Inspired by the enchanting Christmas Village of the North Pole, the event was also filled with interactive activities such as snowing sessions, carol singing, live band performances, a s’mores bonfire, Santa’s meet-and-greet, and workshops. The snowing sessions, a rare and magical experience in Penang, emerged as the crowd favourite, transforming the event into a winter wonderland.

Visitors praised the Fa-La-La Christmas Market as a refreshing addition to Penang’s festive calendar, offering engaging activities and workshops that catered to diverse interests and created lasting memories for attendees of all ages.

Dato’ Seri Tee Eng Ho, Executive Chairman of E&O Berhad, said, “As the first community-centric event on Andaman Island, this was a wonderful opportunity for Penangites to experience what the island has to offer while enjoying the festive season.

“This event highlighted Andaman as not only a destination for eco-conscious living but also as a launchpad for local entrepreneurs to connect with a wider audience.”

Tee emphasised that the event exemplified E&O’s dedication to transforming Andaman Island into a vibrant community where people can live, work, and connect. The festive celebration showcased Andaman’s focus on creating a dynamic and sustainable environment that appeals to both residents and visitors alike.

Looking ahead, Tee said, “Building on the success of the Christmas Market, E&O is considering making this festive celebration an annual tradition, bringing distinctive and memorable experiences to Penangites year after year.”

He also added that E&O is open to collaborating with other community organisations that align with the company’s values, reinforcing its commitment to fostering vibrant community engagement and supporting local businesses.

For more information on upcoming events and developments on Andaman Island, visit E&O’s
official website at https://www.easternandoriental.com/andaman.