This festive season, Oaga Art Resort invites travellers to step into a vibrant Maldivian story-one narrated by Foo, the resort’s whimsical island curator whose playful spirit brings every moment to life. Shared with the Lets Go Maldives team, this year’s programme highlights Oaga’s unique commitment to local artistry, cultural depth, and authentic guest engagement.
A Stage for 100% Maldivian Talent
Oaga’s 2025–2026 celebrations shine a spotlight on homegrown creativity, featuring an all-Maldivian lineup of performers. From soulful acoustic artists and dynamic duos to full bands and rhythm-led DJs, the festivities immerse guests in the true soundscape of the islands. Every evening becomes a tribute to local talent-giving travellers an opportunity to feel the Maldives beyond the horizon.
Culinary Journeys Rooted in Tradition
Food becomes storytelling at Oaga. Guests are invited to explore regional flavours through Mama’s Food Cart, a rotating culinary experience at Kaa Kada. Each week, a local woman from a different atoll presents her signature dish-offering travellers an intimate taste of her island’s traditions, techniques, and heritage. It’s a culinary voyage across the Maldives, crafted from heart and home.
Hands-On Cultural Immersion with Kiyavahi
Through Oaga’s collaboration with Kiyavahi Cultural Studio, festive visitors can connect with the Maldives’ living traditions. Interactive workshops and installations showcase artforms such as:
- Kasabu gethun (embroidery)
- Thundu kunaa (mat weaving)
- Roanu veshun (coir rope making)
- Fangi viyun (thatch weaving)
- Liyelaa jehun (lacquer work)
Guests also experience the thunderous rhythm of Boduberu, performed with Kiyavahi’s support-bringing Maldivian heritage to life in its most authentic form.
Art in Motion Across the Island
Oaga’s Rahvehi artist collective, a multidisciplinary team of creatives, fills the island with constant movement and expression. Expect pop-ups, visual art, dance, and performance pieces appearing throughout the festive weeks-each one designed to surprise and stir the senses. At Oaga, art isn’t confined to galleries; it becomes part of the island’s rhythm.
Tradition at the Heart of the Celebrations
This festive season is rooted in cultural authenticity. The resort’s Koadi-inspired Christmas Tree takes centre stage—an homage to the traditional palm-leaf structures presented during Eid al-Adha. Botanical installations across the resort further elevate the natural, artistic aesthetic.
For New Year’s Eve, guests can expect one of Oaga’s signature theatrical celebrations:
- Fire-led performances
- Boduberu drumming
- Curated musical experiences
- Immersive dining rituals
- Island folklore brought to life
A night where creativity, storytelling, and energy continuously rise-leading to a dramatic, unforgettable countdown.
More Than a Holiday: A Story to Live
With Foo guiding the narrative, every guest becomes part of a living Maldivian tale-told through flavour, movement, craft, and sound. This is not simply a festive programme; it’s an invitation to feel the Maldives.
Guests on the Greatest All-Inclusive Plan can enjoy:
- Free Flow art sessions
- Dance Lab movement workshops
- Floating Meals throughout the day
- Motorised watersports
- Signature excursions
- Culturally inspired spa rituals
…and more.
Located just 45 minutes by speedboat from Malé, Oaga Art Resort offers 60 vibrant villas, creative dining hubs, and experiences shaped by local artists and craftspeople-making it a standout choice for travellers seeking depth, authenticity, and artistry.
For festive bookings, exclusive B2B rates, and tailored client support for Oaga Art Resort, book directly with Lets Go Maldives.
