Nighttime in Pasig City has just become a lovelier and more exciting sensory experience. This year, Ortigas East and Capitol Commons opened the Christmas Street Light Musical Tunnel and Illuminated Path, respectively, to bring festive moments to shoppers and families. Both attractions light up every night from 6pm to 10pm until January 8, 2023.
As part of Ortigas Land’s Merry Magical theme, the award-winning Christmas Street Light Musical Tunnel adds sparkle to shoppers’ holiday experience at Tiendesitas. Known for its cluster of stores or “villages,” Tiendesitas houses some of the best antiques, handicrafts, fashion items, native food, pet and plant essentials the country has to offer.
Each Christmas tunnel arch has spherical lights and small tube lights that change color to the melody of upbeat Christmas jingles. It’s a lovely sight for families and individuals as they do their Christmas shopping or while grabbing dinner at the restaurants in Tiendesitas. Even cars that drive by Central Avenue will get the chance to see the vibrant display.
People can safely watch the Christmas Light Tunnel display up close from the Central Avenue sidewalks. They could also take photos with the colorful lights as background when the road is free of cars.
Over at Estancia Mall, the Illuminated Path envelopes the Capitol Commons Park and surrounding buildings with a colorful light display. The modern buildings surrounding the park, which house premier global and local brands, as well as scrumptious food finds, are also decorated with projected images of snowflakes.
Together with lively Christmas music, shoppers will feel like they’re in a winter wonderland while strolling with their loved ones. Even those walking their pets can experience this immersive nightly attraction. Plus, there are many spots for photo opportunities to create lasting memories at Capitol Commons.
From Thursday to Sunday at 4pm to 10pm, shoppers can stop by the Christmas Food Bazaar at Ortigas East and Capitol Commons, where they can try a variety of food and beverages, and enjoy their night with loved ones while watching the Christmas Street Light Musical Tunnel show and Illuminated Path.
The combination of lights and sound, and a festive food bazaar brings joy to Filipinos as they create merry, magical memories at Tiendesitas and Capitol Commons.
Ortigas Malls has other Merry Magical attractions for families. It recently opened the Greenhills Christmas Night Market in San Juan City, which offers delicious cuisines and a variety of products and holiday gifts.
Experience Christmas and make family bondings memorable at Ortigas Malls. Download the Ortigas Malls app and be part of the community; like the Tiendesitas and Estancia at Capitol Commons Facebook pages, and follow @tiendesitasph and @estanciaph on Instagram.
Christmas is the season of giving. It is a time when we share our blessings with those we love and value the most. It’s also the time of year when many of us try to make a difference in the lives of others. This year, Araneta City is doing its part to make the Holidays merrier through various programs that aim to uplift lives in time for this most special season.
The City of Firsts together with the J. Amado Araneta Foundation (JAAF) announced during Araneta City’s giant Christmas tree lighting event last October 28 that they are giving children from five groups and organizations – Bahay Kalinga, Father’s House, St. Martin de Porres Center, Inc., GK Munting Pamayanan PWD Community in Project 4 Quezon City, and the Laura Vicuña Foundation, Inc. – a special experience for a Christmas celebration like no other.
Helen Valenzuela, JAAF’s Outreach Program Coordinator, said the kids will be treated to an exciting fun-filled day at two classic Christmas attractions that will make an exciting comeback in Araneta City. They will be given free unlimited rides at the modern Fiesta Carnival theme park, and will have the best view of the returning Christmas on Display show – a well-loved holiday tradition that features animatronic puppets that portray classic Christmas tales – in time for the National Children’s Month celebration.
“This is our simple way of giving [them] a happy and memorable holiday celebration like no other. We look forward to seeing the kids very soon and we hope that [they’ll] have a wonderful time here at the City of Firsts,” Valenzuela said.
Aside from this, Araneta City and JAAF also reactivated on October its Operation R.E.A.C.H. (Relief Efforts of Araneta City-zens to Help) donation drive, this time to provide for communities affected by Typhoon Paeng. Donation boxes were placed at Gateway Mall and Tower, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza to gather donations such as bottled water, canned goods, rice, mats and blankets, face masks, and alcohol and hygiene needs.
“Many of our fellow Filipinos were devastated by the recent typhoon and we know that by working together and helping each other out, we can at least alleviate the difficulty of the victims,” Diane Romero, JAAF Executive Director, said.
Araneta City and JAAF will host the chosen children and will turn over donations this November.
“Christmas is a time for sharing and giving. Many of our countrymen are now faced with the prospect of celebrating the Holidays under difficult circumstances. This is our way of helping them feel the light of Christmas even during the harshest times,” Marjorie Go, Araneta City’s AVP for Marketing, said.
The “Ber” months are here and so is your holiday spirit. This is the first Christmas season since the pandemic that we’re celebrating without restrictions—and what a merry Christmas it will be. Yes, we’re very excited!
November signals the anticipation for the holidays and if you’re promising yourself that this year’s shopping will be enjoyable, stress-free and done early, you’d better whip out your shopping list as Ortigas Malls guarantees endless shopping options for everyone in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria.
The best part? It also rewards shoppers with a world of perks and privileges with the Ortigas Community Card, which gives members exclusive discounts. The digital card also allows members to participate in Community Card-exclusive events!
Here are 12 shops to check out as you’re making your list and checking it twice to find out who’s been naughty or nice.
GREENHILLS
A mix of tiangge and boutiques is a good way to go through your Christmas list. One of Metro Manila’s first-ever shopping malls, Greenhills has over 2,000 stores offering clothing, shoes, gadgets, jewelry and so much more.
1. AfterMarket
Start 2023 with new kicks (or end 2022 with a new pair) for yourself and loved ones. AfterMarket Philippines specializes in sneakers and all kinds of footwear and casual clothing for the urbanite. Check out their collectible basketball shoes like the Nike Kobe Protro and classic models like the Jordan 1.
2. Daiso Japan PH
Daiso Japan is one of those stores where you will find what you need and what you didn’t think you needed but do. Prices start at P88 for fun stationery products, toys, lifestyle products, beauty and fashion apparel, home decor, Japanese interior and household items, home improvement products, kitchenware, pet food and accessories, licensed Sanrio and more kawaii items.
3. CO. Collectible Store
Are you a Funko fanatic or a Twice fan? Have you been searching for Marvel and Star Wars collectible dolls? CO has them—and more. You will feel like a kid in a candy store as you browse products from Panini Stickers, Third Culture, Monster Pulls and Pop.ph. From Frozen to FIFA to Fortnite, there’s a box waiting to be bought and put under the tree this Christmas.
4. Pearl Market
The pearl shops at Greenhills have made the mall a destination for jewelry buyers. The Philippines is a rich source of South Sea Pearls and Greenhills has made it convenient for shoppers by putting various sellers from all over the country under one roof. Whether it’s natural or farmed pearls, a pair of earrings (or necklace) will make the recipient feel special and loved.
TIENDESITAS
Make local products the theme for your holiday gift giving this year. Tiendesitas puts the spotlight on Philippine products like native food, fashion wear and accessories, furniture, antiques, handicrafts, personal care, and novelty items. You can also find pet products, plants and garden supplies on your one-stop shopping weekend.
5. FUR Ever Happy Pet Accessories
Christmas is not just for humans, but for our fur babies too. Since our pets give us so much love throughout the year, let’s make the holidays special for them with food treats and accessories from FUR Ever Happy Pet Accessories. Watch those tails wagging and let them do zoomies when they see you loaded with toys, treats and grooming supplies. Yes, wrap their gifts nicely too.
6. Heide Art Gallery
Looking for one-off pieces that truly fit someone special? Head to Heide Art Gallery. It’s like looking for treasure that’s hidden yet in plain sight among antiques, artworks and home accessories that you won’t find in department stores. This is shopping for someone you know very well.
7. The Urban Gardening Shop
For the plantitos and plantitas who want to expand their brood, the Urban Gardening Shop provides services and eco-friendly products for every green thumb and newbie. Whether you’re growing microgreens in your kitchen or rosemary in your garden, the store has sustainable products for greens.
8. Decathlon
There’s something for every athlete and weekend warrior at Decathlon Decathlon–the largest sporting goods retailer that carries products for 70 sports. Are your family members into sports? Get them new gear for next year! Encourage your friends on a fitness journey! Gift them with a new exercise outfit that says how much you care for their health.
ESTANCIA
Estancia—Ortigas Malls’ flagship mall for upscale shopping, dining, and entertainment—makes Christmas shopping a delight with its well-designed spaces and attentive service. From movie dates to shopping marathons and Sunday brunches, Estancia at Capitol Commons is always a great place to pick gifts and to have a good time without hurry or stress.
9. Retail Lab
The multi-brand Retail Lab is the boutique for when you’re not sure what kind of gift to buy but you’re sure you want it made by young designers and independent labels. Originally by the SoFA Design Institute, Retail Lab houses Soak Swimwear, Neon Island, Eighth Mermaid, ANMA Lifestyle, I Love Koi, and Jean & Rosz.
10. TOMS
TOMS started as a simple idea that turned into a global label and movement. The founder decided to take action when he saw extreme poverty and children without shoes in Argentina. He turned the traditional Argentine alpargata shoe into a revolutionary movement, matching every pair of TOMS purchased with new shoes for a child in need. TOMS has expanded its collections for every style—and still retains its signature silhouette.
11. Maristela Fine Jewelry
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend and a surefire way to bring bling to the holidays. Maristela Fine Jewelry offers diamond pieces like earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings to express your ultimate love. There’s nothing like opening a Christmas gift that brings a sparkle to someone’s eyes.
12. The SM Store
The SM Storedoes have it all for you! Occupying three floors at Estancia’s East Wing, this branch is very much in tune with Estancia’s aesthetics. The SM Store is your go-to department store when your shopping list includes your own everyday needs and Christmas gifts. Browse its extensive offerings of clothing, beauty products, home furniture and everything in between. You’ll find gifts for everyone under one roof.
Start your Christmas shopping early and make this year’s celebration a most memorable one. But if you just can’t find the time to go shopping, you can shop online at Your Daily Store, the online portal of Ortigas Malls tenants that showcases their products. Download the Ortigas Malls app and register for an Ortigas Community Card and enter a world full of amazing discounts, perks, and special events! Get the latest updates by visiting Ortigas Malls on Facebook, and follow @greenhillsph, @tiendesitasph, @estanciaph on Instagram.
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About Ortigas Malls
Ortigas Malls offers more than just shopping, it is a lifestyle destination for people coming from all walks of life. As one of the pioneers of the Philippine real estate landscape, it has and continues to build upon its legacy as one of the most iconic shopping and lifestyle destinations in Greenhills, Tiendesitas, Estancia, and Industria.
Get first dibs on exclusive perks, amazing offers at Ortigas Malls by signing up for the Ortigas Community Card. Open a new world and unlock privileges from participating stores simply by downloading the Ortigas Malls App.
For updates and information, please visit Ortigas Malls’ website atwww.ortigasmalls.com and subscribe to the newsletter.
This year, NUVALI bringing back the water show which is now dubbed as: The Nuvali Fountain of Lights. It is a water show featuring works of GA FALLARME – a Manila-based projection and video designer with a diverse body of work ranging from theatrical productions and concerts to advertising and corporate events and large-scale video installations. His work has been featured throughout Asia, Australia, London, and the United States. It will be shown at the Lakeside Grounds and will open from Fridays to Sundays, 6pm to 9pm, with a show playing every 30 minutes. Admission is free.
There will be three show contents: Parol ng Pasko, featuring the iconic Filipino Christmas symbol – the Parol. It will showcase colorful 3D parol elements with distinct and elaborate designs in a vivid spectacle of movement; Philippine Biodiversity / BIOLUMINESCENCE – highlighting the water fountain showing the rich Biodiversity of the Philippines, using neon and glow-in-the-dark underwater creatures creating stunning images and visuals and Constellation,a visual journey through a host of splendid constellations and the mythical creatures they convey. The visual spectacle will be accompanied by a lively musical arrangement especially made for the show.
On November 18, 2022, NUVALI is excited to share the news that it will be home to Uniqlo’s third Roadside Store, giving its residents and guests more reasons to come, live, and explore this thriving eco-city. UNIQLO’s stand-alone branch will be a welcome treat to its residents and neighboring cities as it is refreshing choice for Christmas presents this holiday season.
Being the best place for multi-activities, fun outdoor pursuits also abound in NUVALI. Its Lakeside area offers diverse recreational activities. Families and friends could enjoy a Nuvali Boat Ride during the day, fish feeding or jogging by the Lakeside.
In addition to the various dining choices within the estate, McDonald’s is also set to launch its 700th store in NUVALI – a standalone restaurant which will be located in front of Qualimed hospital. Aligned with the estate’s sustainability efforts, they will be building a green-and-good store that will feature sustainable solutions.
Other stores that are set to open are Landers, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and MerryMart Grocery while Seda Hotel will launch its second building with 200 additional rooms.
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Since its launch in 2008, it has become a leading growth center that supports sustainable ecological living, allowing residents to live side-by-side with nature. More commercial lots are available in its recently unveiled Central Bloc. A commercial area with amenity retail that will directly service the residents.
NUVALI will even be more accessible upon the completion of major tollway projects, from the SLEX Expansion, Skyway Extension and Cavite Laguna Expressway. Furthermore, access from the Cavite-Laguna Expressway (CALAX) will be enhanced as soon as the West Service Road Flyover, Ayala Land’s first flyover project, is completed.
Its commercial lot sales in its Business Districts (Lakeside Evozone and East Bloc) have stayed solid because of the estate’s priming activities and its high land value appreciation of up to 650%.
With the Future Business District situated across the Lakeside Evozone, NUVALI looks forward to a more promising and productive future as its goal is to constantly develop more office, commercial and lifestyle locations.
Halloween is near and Megaworld Lifestyle Malls is welcoming everyone, especially families, to make fun memories and join exciting activities for kids and pets. Those who love spooky costumes, sweet treats, and more thrills can enjoy the lineup of Halloween-themed activities across Megaworld Lifestyle Malls. Check out the list below and make sure to visit!
1. Enchanted Forest at Eastwood City
Join a mystical journey at the Forest Festival of storytelling and puppet show. Don’t forget to take a selfie of an unforeseeable encounter with adorable mascots roaming around Eastwood City while helping the Knight save the Princess from wicked mythical creatures.
Completing the Halloween vibe, Fairest of them All will award the cutest and adorable kid who has the best dress among the bunch. Discover a World of Tales that offers discounted books great for both learning and storytelling.
2. Wakey Wakey at Uptown Bonifacio
Guests can register their kids to try something new that will challenge their problem solving skills. The Kids’ Scavenger Hunt will have players search for the hidden treasure in an interactive activity before the time runs out. They can win free treats and prizes!
3. Boo-niverse: An Intergalactic Howl-oween Experience at Mckinley Hill
Wiggle with fun in fur-tastic activities, spooky performance and spectacular treats!
Imagine yourself traveling to space in a cosmic-themed halloween treat happening at Mckinley Hill for kids and your adorable pets in favor of engaging to planets, spacecrafts, and beyond!
Embark in a costume party at your best style at Boo-niverse Kids and Pets Costume Party and get free Trick or Treat experience from any participating partners. Line up for Face in Space, Spooky Cookies and Create Your Own Pet Collar to enjoy arts and crafts activities to enhance your creativity. Launch your imagination and engage in Stories from Space in an impactful cosmic storytelling.
Travel through a galaxy-themed park with your pets at BOO-niverse Pet Park and don’t forget to tag @mckinleyhill_ on instagram and facebook to see your space-tacular outfits from infinity and beyond!
4. Hero Cosmic Play Camp at Lucky Chinatown
Feel the ultimate hero experience with super power training and sweet fuel treats.
Kids can dress up at Hero-tastic Costume Contest as their favorite hero characters to win awesome prizes while taking Training Academy to test their minds and strength in fun activities with different variations of Super Treats from any partner stores.
Show off your best costume at Hero-tastic Parade together with cosplayers and mascots after a day of Trick or Treating at Lucky Chinatown’s partner merchants.
5. Happy Monsters at Forbes Town
Ready your little monsters’ spooky costumes and delight in fun treats, contests and activities!
Don’t skip the halloween vibe and register the kids into delightful interactive games and activities. Transform your kids into scary yet adorable monster characters in Monster-In-Style to win awesome prizes. Kids are welcome to roam around in their costumes and start the Spook-a-doo Trick or Treat from any participating stores.
In Gobble Goo, pin the eye on the monster and don’t hesitate to feed it after completing your whole monster transformation with face paint activities and more at the Art Attack Activity Station.
Meanwhile, enjoy a learning and fun journey of Spooky Stories Musical by talented performers while munching into your favorite Monster BiteMunch Market treats from any participating stores and get your free Happy Boo Loot Bag at the redemption booth and capture your best day from the Wacky Snaps photo stations.
Get in the Halloween spirit at these trick or treat, art activity, and costume parties curated for all kids and pets. Enjoy loads of fun activities and pack your loot bags with delicious treats from any participating stores.
6. Fun-tastic Halloween at Newport Mall
Treat the kids to a toy shopping adventure and have them join a costume contest, trick or treat and more at Newport Mall’s Fun-tastic Halloween.
At the Festival of Frights, Toys R Us will be setting up a grand fair filled with action figures, dolls, games, electronic toys and more. Check out different sweets and desserts at Treats and Sweets, and see the little kids flaunt their costumes in a Kids Costume Parade. Children are also free to go around the mall and go trick or treating in shops and restaurants. On October 29 at 4pm, there will be a Halloween Party where guests can participate in a mascot meet & greet, storytelling, and free play activities.
7. Spooktacular Halloween at Southwoods Mall
Join the spookiest Halloween celebration with a thrilling trick-or-treat and costume contest!
Kids are welcome to collect free treats from participating stores as Bootiful Treats kick off to capture young hearts and give them sweet memories. Kids can level up their creativity with spine-chilling makeup and costume transformation to take part in Wicked and Spooky Costume Contest to win exciting prizes.
Stay in the loop on the Halloween celebrations at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls by following the official Facebook and Instagram pages of the respective properties.For more updates, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call our hotline at 8-462-8888.
This year, Araneta City is transforming itself into a creepy circus filled to the brim with a number of tricks and treats for every member of the family! So have a ghoulishly good time as the City of Firsts mark the spooky season with fun and treats that the kids and kids-at-heart can enjoy!
Take a scary selfie that will make the spine tingle.
Update your social media feeds with season-appropriate selfies by posing with the many ooky spooky decor all over the City of Firsts. You can shoot a TikTok video at the Halloween Circus Tunnel at the Gateway Mall 2 link. You can take more pics that can creep out your friends and followers at specially-decorated areas in Gateway Mall and Ali Mall.
Upload your pics on Facebook or Instagram, use the hashtag #HalloweenCircusAtAranetaCity, and follow the City of Firsts on both platforms, and you can win some exciting prizes! So get those terrifyingly magnificent snaps and share them online!
2. Get tricked out and receive treats from the City of Firsts.
Now is the perfect time to trick out your wardrobe with the freshest styles and latest fits from some of your favorite stores in Araneta City. You may also be looking for the perfect Halloween costume. Well, there’s no place better to find a better haunting get-up than the City of Firsts!
As a treat for your shopping spree, every ₱1,000 single-receipt purchase from any Araneta City establishment entitles you to a Trick or Treat bag filled with goodies on October 30, from 2 PM to 3:30 PM. So make sure you visit the City of Firsts!
3. Wear your spookiest circus attire and win exciting prizes.
To complement the theme of Araneta City’s Halloween festivities this year, this year’s Halloween Costume Contest will also be themed around a Halloween Circus. Dress up as a creepy clown or a demented ringmaster and make sure that you’re the scariest circus performer out there to get a chance to win some devilishly delightful prizes from Araneta City!
To join the Costume Contest, just present ₱1,000 single-receipt purchase from any Araneta City establishment on October 30. Registration is from 2 PM to 3:45 PM at the activity areas of Gateway Mall and Ali Mall.
4. Get the heebie-jeebies with all the Halloween activities waiting for you.
What’s Halloween without the fun and freaky activities? So Araneta City has made sure to give you an equal dose of fright and delight through its Halloween activities.
There will be a Halloween parade, complete with circus performers which kids can join in, on October 30 at the Gateway Mall and Ali Mall. Catch the performers at the Gateway Mall 2 link for a chance to have a Halloween photo with them.
Aside from these, shoppers must watch out for the Photo Booth at Gateway Mall and Face Painting at Ali Mall, along with Ring Toss Game, and also the Halloween Cookie freebies. So there are a lot of things to look out for during this spooky season!
5. Have a scream-worthy dining reward from the City of Firsts.
Even dining out at Araneta City this Halloween promises delightful treats for everyone, because you can get a free Coca-Cola Tumbler for every ₱350 single or accumulated purchase from Food Express, Food Plaza, Food Gallery, and Dampa. An additional treat for the first 100 redemptions awaits, as they can also get a piece of Krispy Kreme sugar-glazed donut. Now that’s a spookalicious treat!
Don’t miss the chilling fun on October 30! Come and join in on the fright and fun with these spooktacular surprises only at the City of Firsts.
Brace yourselves for some thrilling Halloween events happening at Megaworld Lifestyle Malls! A lot of us missed the experience of in-person parties and activities during the spookiest season of the year, so this 2022, Megaworld Lifestyle Malls returns with frighteningly good activities that will send chills down your spine. Check out the list below and try the activities with friends and family.
1. Wakey Wakey at Uptown Bonifacio
Uptown Bonifacio has partnered with Mystery Manila to bring Terror in the Theater this Halloween. This October 28, face your fears and try to escape a horror cinema by finding clues and objects that will help solve the mystery. Bring your friends and step up to the challenge!
At Uptown Parade, social clubs are holding their own spooktacular Halloween parties.
Xylo is inviting everyone to Paradigm, their 3-day Halloween Weekend Celebration from October 28 to 31. For exclusive table bookings, contact 0917 680 8888.
2. Halloween View Deck Party at Arcovia City
Arcovia City in Pasig City is leveling up the Halloween celebrations with fun parties, booze galore, and good music. On October 29 at 7:00pm, come in your spookiest costume and join Thriller Night at The View Deck. Halloween revelers can party with other guests while enjoying a scrumptious fare and live music from the city’s hottest DJs.
If you have pets, bring them to Dog Town Howl-o-ween and score free treats and vet consultations. They also have a spooky pet fashion show where your fur babies have the chance to win amazing prizes.
3. Zombie Land at Festive Walk Iloilo
Run for your lives in Zombie Land at Festive Walk Iloilo. No brains are safe in the Zombie Outbreak this October 29 to be held at the One Madison Area. The event is a 3-kilometer fun run that guests can join for free, and they can choose whether they want to run dressed as a survivor or as a zombie. In the Grave Rave: Halloween Costume Party also on October 29,
guests can double the spookiness and join the first Halloween costume party at Festive Walk Iloilo, where they can also get the chance to win exciting prizes.
It’s raining deals and discounts in Pub Crawl, where mall-goers can enjoy Halloween promos from participating restaurants and cafes. At the Fang-tastic Fair, a variety of spooky items and Halloween essentials will be available for sale.
For more updates on the latest happenings, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call our hotline at (63 2) 8-462-8888.
With the goal of helping pet owners keep their pets in the pink of health and in celebration of World Animal Month, Arcovia City is holding a free drive-thru vaccination this October 15.
Held in collaboration with Nutri Chunks PH and Protect Plus Gold, the free vaccination is open to pet owners and their furry companions from 5PM to 7PM. They can also avail of free deworming services and get free treats for their furbabies.
Fur-thermore, fur-babies can also share their best pose from the Pawsome photo contest and 5 lucky winners will be chosen to avail Free treats from Nutri Chunks PH.
Also, Free Pet Packs and Pet Consultations are given away when a digital pet pass is presented. All walk-in guests from all cities are welcome to avail pawsome vet queries for their buddies.
Mark your calendars and have a paw-passionate experience with your pets! Arcovia City is open to guests from 10AM to 10PM. For updates on the latest happenings, visit megaworld-lifestylemalls.com or call our hotline at (63 2) 8-462-8888.
Starting October 2022, SM Cubao — one of the first branches of retail giant SM in the metro — will be officially known as SM Araneta City.
The historic City of Firsts welcomes the change in the name of the iconic mall, which serves as a fitting follow-up to the rebranding of Araneta Center to Araneta City in September 2019.
“We are happy that SM, itself an institution in Philippine retail, is part of the memorable and colorful history that shaped Araneta City. They are one of our very first partners in business, and they have been a valuable part of our identity through the years,” Antonio Mardo, Senior Vice President for Operations of Araneta City, said.
It was in 1980 when SM — known back then as Shoemart department store — opened its third branch in then Araneta Center. SM Cubao opened four years after nearby Ali Mall was inaugurated in 1976, and was the Center’s second land lease establishment (after Rustan’s Superstore in 1975). It has since become one of the original prominent shopping destinations in Quezon City.
Commercial establishments in Araneta Center, including SM Cubao, underwent a series of changes and modernization since the ’90s following the rising retail and property development competition in the metro. To mark the rich pioneering history shared by SM Cubao and Ali Mall, a bridgeway was constructed to connect the two iconic malls.
“With SM Cubao’s rebranding to SM Araneta City, the transformation of Araneta from a pioneering commercial center to a modern mixed-use development takes on new heights. We look forward to completing our transformation and achieving our redevelopment plans with all our business partners in the near future,” Mardo said.
The mall rebranding comes as Araneta City fulfills its redevelopment plan to revamp and modernize the metro’s pioneer commercial district. Following the renovations of existing properties, the City of Firsts is preparing to open soon the expansive Gateway Mall 2 and the country’s firsts ibis Styles hotel, and will commence construction of more developments.
Filipinos and malls go a long way, with different activities and milestones finding their way to this happy melting pot. As Filipino lives evolve, so do their needs. Being a pillar in the retail industry, Ayala Malls always works to elevate its standard so that mall dwellers may get the best experience they can any day of the week. In the South, you can find this at Ayala Center Cebu.
Are you looking for good quality coffee? How about a haven for all your fitness and sports needs? Plus, don’t forget bonding time with the family! What you’re looking for, you’ll find at Ayala Center Cebu. You can enjoy more amazing experiences at Cebu’s premier lifestyle destination with new store openings.
Immerse Inside this Nespresso Haven For coffee talk, work sessions, and unwinding after a long day working, the upcoming Nespresso café is a beautifully designed haven where people can indulge with luxury coffee and get an immersive coffee experience. The boutique features seagrass wall art, proudly made by ‘Rolyolikha at iba pa Handicrafts’ – a social enterprise that creates a sustainable, feasible, and viable livelihood for communities, crafting creations made from sustainable materials and ethical practices.
Continuing the immersive experience is a window-to-farm feature that gives a virtual view of coffee farms, bringing customers closer to the natural origin of the coffee. There will also be a greenery wall that symbolizes the local coffee plantations where the coffee beans are sustainably sourced.
Customers can explore their favorite coffee at Nespresso’s Atelier table, where a coffee specialist can answer all Nespresso coffee-related questions, including specific recommendations for guests to match each one’s taste and pallet.
Nike Rise is your partner in Leveling-Up Your Game Spanning 697 square meters is a running track-inspired space dedicated to sports and an active lifestyle. This massive store will offer consumers a range of innovative gear, sporting essentials, and seasonal offerings. Some in-store highlights include Stylish Expert Sessions and Bra Fitting, where Store Athletes can assist and advise on what gear suits their activity and form the best. Expect upcoming community events and classes to happen in this place bursting with energy.
Explore, and Learn at the Museum of Emotion Feast your eyes with beautifully curated and colorful art at the fun and interactive Museum of Emotions, in partnership with the Philippine Amusement and Entertainment Corporation (PAEC). This experiential museum allows its guests to appreciate and recognize the different emotional states a human can feel. With over 30 plus colorful and eye-catching art installations, this interactive place of emotions offers a one-of-a-kind experience with different activities that highlight various emotions.
More than eight Instagrammable spots were curated to promote the definition of emotions through art. The Museum of Emotions’ mission is to promote the importance of understanding emotions and therefore create a deeper understanding of themselves and others.
Does all these sound exciting? Yes! Because there’s always something for you at Ayala Malls. For updates and announcements, tune in at Ayala Center Cebu social media pages on Facebook and Instagram.
