Kempegowda International Airport to welcome Christmas with Season of Smiles

BENGALURU: Kempegowda International Airport ( KIA), Bengaluru, will celebrate the second edition of Season of Smiles from December 21 to January 4. A series of cultural events by artists will be organised at the kerb area and the terminal building, and passengers will be greeted with music and dance performances.

KIA Bengaluru, India's first greenfield airport to be built on a public-private partnership, will commence celebrations with carol singing, where all passengers will be welcomed into the airport by Santa Claus. The musical performances will be by the Bangalore School of Music and will aim to reflect the culture and ethos of the city.

Hari Marar, president, airport operations, Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), said, "Bengaluru's vibrancy is unique and instrumental in giving the city its distinct flavour. Our endeavor through Season of Smiles is to give our passengers a glimpse into the spirit of Bengaluru and to touch their lives through such experiences."

Apart from singing and merriment, the festival has also scheduled b-boying performances in the terminal building from December 30 to January 1. There are also lucky draws and gold prize offers for people shopping at the airport stores during the fortnight.