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Mom’s Time Off, Styled Just For Her at ibis Styles Manila Araneta City

This Mother’s Day, ibis Styles Manila Araneta City is putting Mom in the spotlight with a celebration that is bright, playful, and full of feel-good moments. She may be booked, busy, and always on the move, but this time, it is her turn to pause, be spoiled, and enjoy a day made around her. From stylish stays and festive dining to sweet treats, skyline drinks, and poolside fun, the hotel brings together a vibrant lineup of offers for families ready to celebrate Mom in a fresh and memorable way.

For moms who deserve to switch off and settle into a well-earned break, Mom’s Time Off gives families a stylish city stay made easy. Available for booking until May 30, 2026, for stays until May 31, 2026, the Mother’s Day staycation offer lets Mom enjoy a relaxing change of scenery with thoughtful treats and family-friendly inclusions.

Guests may book a Standard Room at PHP 3,699 nett per night or a Family Room at PHP 8,199 nett per night. Each stay comes with a welcome gift for Mom and 10% off on food orders at Le Bistro, The Edge Skyview Bar, and strEATs Coworking Café. Standard Room bookings include breakfast buffet for two adults and one child aged 12 years old and below at strEATs, while Family Room bookings include breakfast buffet for two adults and two children aged 12 years old and below at strEATs. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-254686, Series of 2026.)

The celebration blooms at strEATs with Plates & Petals, a Mother’s Day Full Bloom Feast happening on May 10, 2026, from 12NN to 2PM. Made for moms who deserve a table as bright as the love they give, this garden-inspired lunch buffet brings together hearty flavors, live entertainment, and fun activities designed to keep the whole family smiling. Priced at PHP 1,699 nett per person, the lunch buffet includes live entertainment and free-flowing soda, tea, and coffee. Guests may also enjoy an early-bird rate of PHP 1,499 nett per person at My Novotel Manila Boutique until May 6, 2026. To make the day even more special, Mom gets 50% off when she dines with two of her favorite people, while seniors eat for free when dining with one guest.

Beyond the buffet spread, families can take part in feel-good activities made for bonding and memory-making, including a Message for Mom Wall, where guests can leave heartfelt notes, a Mom & Me Photo Challenge for a chance to win a surprise gift for Mom, a Dessert Decorating Corner for sweet creativity, and a DIY Flower Crown Station for a floral keepsake she can proudly wear or take home.

For moms who prefer to sip, snack, and enjoy something a little more charming, Merci, Maman! at Le Bistro offers a Mother’s Day treat with a Parisian touch. Available on May 10, 2026, this special offering gives Mom the choice between high tea or a beautifully arranged charcuterie platter, perfect for a slower, sweeter moment in the middle of the celebration. Priced at PHP 1,499 nett, guests may choose between Le Parisien High Tea, featuring savory bites such as Truffled Egg Mayonnaise Finger Sandwich, Brie and Blueberry Mini Croissant, and Mini Bacon Quiche Lorraine, along with sweet selections including Strawberry Cheesecake, Craquelin Choux with Vanilla Crème Pâtissière, and Chocolate Hazelnut Tart. Guests may also choose the Cured & Crafted Charcuterie Platter, served with two kinds of cheese and cold cuts, olives, nuts, fruit, jam, pickles, honey, and sourdough bread. The offer also includes free-flowing coffee or tea drinks for one hour and a welcome gift for Mom.

As the day turns golden, families can take the celebration up a notch with Sunset Sips for Mom at The Edge Skyview Bar. For moms who would love a seat, a sip, and a skyline view, Bar Pours & Bites brings together cocktails, mocktails, and bar favorites in an elevated setting made for unwinding. Available for selling until May 10, 2026, with redemption on May 10, 2026 from 5PM to 2AM, the offer is priced at PHP 749 per person, with a minimum of four persons. It includes a choice of four cocktails or mocktails and a bar platter featuring Chili Dynamite, Spam Fries, Chicharon Bulaklak, and Umami Fries.

“Mother’s Day at ibis Styles Manila Araneta City is about celebrating Mom with the same energy she brings into every room—bright, warm, and full of life,” said Ms. Therese Galindo, Resident Managerof ibis Styles Manila Araneta City. “We wanted this year’s offers to feel like a love letter from the family: a little time to breathe, something delicious on the table, a refreshing drink in hand, and moments that let Mom feel seen, spoiled, and celebrated in her own style.”

With Mom’s Day around the corner, ibis Styles Manila Araneta City invites families to celebrate Mom with color, flavor, movement, and plenty of heart. With offers made for every kind of celebration, from a cozy stay to a festive feast and a splash-filled morning, Mom’s time off begins with moments that feel light, joyful, and unmistakably hers.

Explore our Mom’s Day offers at ibisstyles-manilaaranetacity.com. For inquiries and table reservations, please call (63 2) 8248 8444 or email HB133@accor.com.

May 9, 2026
Full Plates, Full Hearts & Fully Rested Moms at Novotel Manila Araneta City

This Mother’s Day, Novotel Manila Araneta City gives families more meaningful ways to celebrate Mom with offers centered on rest, heart feasts, and quality time together. From a bloom-filled staycation with breakfast, to a festive buffet, a heartfelt tribute for her, and soothing spa indulgenece, each offer is crafted to make her feel appreciated, cared for, and celebrate throughout the season with the people who love her most.

For families looking to give Mom a quiet kind of happiness, Mom’s Blooming Getaway offers a stay filled with comfort, flowers, and familiar faces. Available for selling until May 14, 2026, for stays from until May 15, 2026, the Mother’s Day staycation package lets families come together in a warm and relaxing city escape made especially for her.

Rates start at PHP 6,999 nett per night for a Superior Room, PHP 7,299 nett per night for a Deluxe Room, PHP 9,499 nett per night for an Executive Room, and PHP 12,499 nett per night for an Executive Suite. The package includes overnight accommodation, breakfast buffet for two adults and two children aged 16 years old and below at Food Exchange Manila, one pre-made bouquet from Belle Fleurs at Novotel Manila on every booking, 20% off on all à la carte treatments at In Balance Spa, early check-in at 10:00 AM, and late check-out until 2:00 PM, subject to availability. Guests booking Executive Rooms and Executive Suites will also enjoy access to the Premier Lounge. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-254666, Series of 2026.)

The celebration continues at Food Exchange Manila with Nurtured Flavors: A Feast Worthy of Mom, a special Mother’s Day lunch and dinner buffet on May 10, 2026. Created as a joyful gathering for the whole family, the buffet invites guests to raise a toast to Mom with a spread curated for her, from the tides of the sea to bellissimo bites, along with entertainment and delightful surprises that make the occasion even more memorable. Priced at PHP 3,099 nett per person, the buffet comes with a special treat where mothers eat for free when accompanied by three full-paying adults.

The experience includes free-flowing flavored iced tea, sodas, coffee, tea, local beers, and one complimentary cocktail, plus live entertainment, a photobooth, a special gift for Mom while supplies last, and a Pick-a-Prize activity. Guests may also discover a special rate for Mom at PHP 2,099 nett per person at My Novotel Manila Boutique. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-255263, Series of 2026.)

To make the celebration even more personal, Novotel Manila Araneta City invites Novo-fans to join Her Love, My Story, a Mother’s Day social media challenge that turns gratitude into a heartfelt tribute. For all the ways she has loved, guided, and given, participants are encouraged to create a one-minute vertical video Reel with a heartfelt voice-over message for their mom, post it publicly on Facebook or Instagram, and share in the caption why their mom deserves a special treat. Two lucky moms will each receive a lunch buffet for two at Food Exchange Manila and one bouquet of flowers from Belle Fleurs, redeemable on May 10, 2026, lunch only. One lucky mom will also receive an overnight stay in a Superior Room with breakfast buffet for two at Food Exchange Manila, valid for one year. Entries must be submitted on or before May 7, 2026 at 6PM, and winners will be notified on May 8, 2026 through the hotel’s official Facebook and Instagram pages. Click here to view full mechanics: bit.ly/HerLoveMyStory2026.

In celebration of Mother’s Day, Belle Fleurs brings a thoughtful floral experience to Mom’sfrom May 8 to 10, 2026 available from Friday to Sunday, 9AM to 7PM at the secondary lobby. The cart will feature a selection of beautifully arranged blooms and handcrafted bouquets, offering families a meaningful way to honor mothers, grandmothers, mother figures, and the women who make every day brighter. Whether given as a heartfelt surprise or paired with a family celebration, Belle Fleur’s Mother’s Day flowers are designed to express love, gratitude, and appreciation in full bloom.

In Balance Spa brings something new for Mother’s Day with the Mom & Me Spa Retreat, a tender wellness treat made for moms and her little ones to enjoy side by side. Available until May 31, 2026, the package offers a comforting pause from the everyday, giving Mom and her child a shared moment of care, calm and closeness through soothing spa treatments.

The Mom & Child Escape is priced at PHP 2,999 nett and includes a 60-minute full body massage for Mom, a 30-minute gentle massage for one child aged 3 to 16 years old, and complimentary herbal tea and wellness drink. For those who wish to share a more indulgent spa moment with Mom, the Mom & Me Indulgence offers a 75-minute signature spa treatment for two, featuring a foot scrub and full body massage, along with complimentary herbal tea, priced at PHP 4,999 nett for two persons.

“Mom is often the quiet force that nurtures the family, the one who makes every meal warmer, every home softer, and every moment feel cared for,” said Ms. Joy De Mesa, Hotel Manager of Novotel Manila Araneta City. “This Mother’s Day, we want to give families the chance to return that same care to her, whether through a restful stay, a shared feast, a heartfelt tribute, or a moment of calm made just for her. These offers are our way of helping loved ones celebrate Mom not only for what she does, but for the love she give everyday.”

This season of love for Mom, Novotel Manila Araneta City reminds families that the most meaningful gift for Mom is often the simplest one: time shared, love expressed, and care returned. As the hotel welcomes guests to celebrate the women who nurture every home, it invites families to make the occasion one that Mom can feel, remember, and truly call her own.

For more information about our Mother’s Day offers, visit www.novotelmanilaaranetacity.com & my.novotelmanilaaranetacity.com or contact (63 2) 8990 7888, email H7090@accor.com.

May 9, 2026
Holy Week 2026: Your Guide To Metro Manila Mall Hours
As the Lenten season approaches, malls across the Philippines are adjusting their operating hours in observance of Holy Week. Many establishments will temporarily close on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday, while others will reopen with regular hours by the weekend.

Holy Week 2026 will be observed from March 29 to April 5, with key dates falling on April 2 for Maundy Thursday and April 3 for Good Friday.

Here is a guide to mall schedules to help you plan your visits.

Ayala Malls

Glorietta
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Greenbelt
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
One Ayala
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Trinoma
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Vertis North
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Manila Bay
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Market! Market!
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Circuit
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Arca South
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Feliz
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls The 30th
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Cloverleaf
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Fairview Terraces
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Marikina
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Metropoint Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
UP Town Center
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Shops at Serendra
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 ( Black Saturday) Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 ( Easter Sunday) Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Harbor Point
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 ( Black Saturday) Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 ( Easter Sunday) Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Evo City
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 ( Black Saturday) Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 ( Easter Sunday) Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Vermosa
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM (food and dining only)
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 ( Black Saturday) Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 ( Easter Sunday) Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Nuvali
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 ( Black Saturday) Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 ( Easter Sunday) Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Marquee Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Legazpi
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
The District Dasmarinas
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Pavillion Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Center Cebu
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Central Bloc
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Capitol Central
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Abreeza
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Ayala Malls Centrio
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – Regular Mall Hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – Regular Mall Hours
Megaworld Lifestyle Malls

Eastwood City
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Forbes Town
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 12:00 NN to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Uptown Bonifacio
- March 29-April 1 – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Lucky Chinatown

Mall and Imperial Wing:
- March 3-April 1: 10 AM to 10 PM
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Street Kitchen, Hawker Street, and Prosperity Wing:
- March 30-April 1: 9 AM to 10 PM
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Alabang West Parade
- March 30-April 5: 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Greenhouse at The Village Square Alabang
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Southwoods Mall
- March 30- April 1: 10AM to 9PM
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Twin Lakes Shopping Village
- March 30-April 5 – 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Iloilo Business Park
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday)- CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Ortigas Malls

Greenhills Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Estancia Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Rockwell Malls

Power Plant Malls
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 12:00 NN to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Robinsons Malls

Opus Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Galleria
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Robinsons Las Pinas
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Robinsons Magnolia
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Friday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 – 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 – 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 & 5 – 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The Marketplace:
- April 2 – 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 – 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 & 5 – 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Manila
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Metro East
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 – 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Robinsons Novaliches
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Malabon
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Otis
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 – 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 – CLOSED
Robinsons Antipolo
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Galleria South
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 – 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 3 – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Robinsons Dasmarinas
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Robinsons Gen. Trias
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 – 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 – 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Robinsons Imus
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Supermarket:
- April 2 & 3 – 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Schedules may vary per branch, so checking official pages is recommended.

SM Supermalls

The Podium
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
SM Aura
- March 30 to April 1 : Regular mall operating hours
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) : Regular mall operating hours
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) : Regular mall operating hours
SM City Sucat
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Sta. Mesa
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Alfamart:
- March 30 to April 5 – 6:00 AM to 12:00 MN
Anytime Fitness:
- March 30 to April 5 – 24hours open
SM Mall Of Asia
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
SM Megamall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Supermarket A
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
Supermarket B:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SM Southmall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
SM City BF Paranaque
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) : Closed
- April 3 (Good Friday) : Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Marikina
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
SM City Masinag
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 (Black Saturday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Black Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SM City North EDSA

SM City Novaliches
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SM City Valenzuela
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Batangas
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Lipa
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Bacoor
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Calamba
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM Supermarket:
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SM City Daet
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Legazpi
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SM City Molino
- April 2 & 3 (Maundy Thursday & Good Friday) – Closed
- April 4 & 5 (Black Saturday & Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Schedules may vary per branch, so checking official pages is recommended.

Vista Malls

Evia Lifestyle Center
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
NOMO – A Vista Lifestyle Center
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
SOMO – A Vista Mall
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The Terminal
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Antipolo
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Bataan
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Dasmarinas
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Davao
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Gen. Trias
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Vista Mall Ilo-ilo
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Lakefront
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Las Pinas
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Malolos
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Naga
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Pampanga
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Sta. Rosa
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Vista Mall Taguig
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Vista Mall Tanza
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Starmall Edsa-Shaw
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Starmall San Jose Del Monte
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Starmall Talisay Cebu
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 3 (Good Friday) – 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Other Malls

Central Square
- April 2 (Maundy Thursday) – CLOSED
- April 3 (Good Friday) – CLOSED
- April 4 (Black Saturday ) – 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- April 5 (Easter Sunday) – 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM
What to Expect During Holy Week
- Most malls are closed on Maundy Thursday and Good Friday
- Some supermarkets, restaurants, and cinemas may operate on limited hours
- Regular mall operations usually resume by Black Saturday or Easter Sunday
- Schedules may vary per branch, so it is best to check official mall pages for updates
Plan Ahead This Holy Week

Whether you are running errands or planning a family outing, knowing mall schedules can help you avoid inconvenience during the Lenten break. Take note of adjusted hours and make time for reflection as the country observes one of its most solemn seasons.
March 26, 2026
Lazada Celebrates Its 14th Birthday with Two Guinness WorldRecords™ and Birthday Sale with Up to 90% off Deals
Lazada, Southeast Asia’s leading eCommerce platform, marked its
14th birthday by bringing communities together through the Lazada Run Wellness Fest in March, alongside the launch of its highly anticipated Lazada Birthday Sale.

As part of the milestone, Lazada Philippines recently staged the Lazada Run Wellness Fest in Parqal, Paranaque. The creator-led community run and wellness street festival brought together shoppers, media, content creators, and brand partners for a high-energy day of fitness, activations, wellness experiences, and entertainment with more than 2,600 participants across all markets.

The celebration honored more than a decade of enabling digital commerce, empowering brands and sellers, and connecting Filipino consumers to trusted products across the platform.

A Record-Breaking Celebration, Brought to Life by Communities and Brands

Together with Singapore, Vietnam, and Malaysia, the Philippines helped achieve two official Guinness World Records™ across multiple venues, underscoring the scale of Lazada’s regional celebration:
- Largest Toast with Soft Drinks – powered by official drink partner, Breville (Multiple Venues): 2,728 record count participants
- Most People Unwrapping Presents Simultaneously (Multiple Venues): 2,625 record count participants
Beyond the record-setting moments, the activation delivered strong results locally. In the Philippines alone, 26 LazMall brands participated, including Optimum Nutrition, Unilab, Breville, Iwata, Xiaomi, Kojie-San, Pharex B-Complex, and Neurogen-E. This partnership further cements Lazada Philippines’ position as a trusted growth partner and the premier
destination for leading global brands on LazMall, the platform’s curated marketplace of official retailers and authorized sellers.

The campaign also generated significant momentum online for the Birthday Sale Campaign. Creator-led content has further amplified consumer relevance, with the campaign trending multiple times on TikTok and on X.

The Lazada Run Wellness Fest served as a key consumer-facing highlight of the anniversary celebration, reflecting the platform’s continued commitment to engaging its community beyond the digital marketplace through meaningful real-world experiences.

Celebrating 14 Years with Rewards for Shoppers

Lazada is rolling out its Birthday Sale, giving shoppers access to compelling deals across beauty, electronics, fashion, home, and everyday essentials.

Shoppers can enjoy:
- LazFlash Deals with up to 90% off
- Up to ₱2,000 in Lazada vouchers
- Exclusive offers from global brands and LazMall partners
- Access to 5,000 new arrivals from international brands such as d’Alba, RedChef, Giordano, and Momcozy
Download the Lazada app to enjoy the Birthday Sale with exclusive deals, vouchers, and brand offers starting March 24 (8 PM) to March 27.

As Lazada’s anniversary celebrations continue with its Birthday Sale, the platform continues to evolve beyond a transactional marketplace, strengthening its role as a platform that connects buyers and sellers while fostering meaningful communities through shared experiences, both online and offline.
March 25, 2026
Families Invited to an Egg-stra Sweet Easter Adventure at Novotel Manila’s Sweetopia

Easter takes on a sweet playful twist at Novotel Manila Araneta City as the hotel introduces “Easter Sweetopia,” a family-friendly celebration filled with egg hunting, colorful activities, festive dining, and a holiday staycation experience. On April 5, 2026, children and families can dive into the Sweetopia Family Adventure, enjoy indulgent buffet feasts, and turn the long weekend into a sweet city escape.

Bringing the spirit of Easter to life, Sweetopia Family Adventure: An Eggs-tra Sweet Easter Event invites families to an afternoon filled with playful activities and delightful surprises at the Monet Grand Ballroom from 1PM to 6PM. Made to spark imagination and excitement among young guests, the event features a sugar fantasy celebration and candy-coated wonderland, packed with interactive activities including face painting, kiddie salon sessions, magic shows, entertainment performances, photo booth moments, fun games, and sweet snacks and drinks that families can enjoy together. Children aged 10 years old and below, including toddlers and infants, can join the celebration for PHP 1,600 nett, inclusive of Egg Hunting access and loot bags, while guests aged 11 years old and above can enjoy the festivities for PHP 1,200 nett, inclusive of loot bags and game booth tickets. Guests may also take advantage of exclusive online rates through My Novotel Manila Boutique, with tickets available at PHP 1,399 nett for children with Eggventure Maze access and PHP 999 nett for guests without maze access. Kids are also encouraged to come dressed in their most creative Easter costumes, as special prizes await the most imaginative outfits. Exclusive My Novotel Manila boutique rates are available until April 4, 2026, allowing families to conveniently secure their Easter adventure in advance. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-250895, Series of 2026)

Behind the world of Sweetopia Family Adventure is a community of valued partners whose support brings each moment to life as a shared celebration for families and young guests. We extend our sincere thanks to our Sweet Wondermaker Sponsors :Bluehive MDS Events Inc., San Miguel Brewery Inc, Black Tie Entertainment/TCN Solutions, Reality Skies Trading, Kiddie- Party.com, Syscos Trading, Ferino’s Bibingka, Karabella Dairy, The Hungry Chef, Meliomar Inc., Uniprom Inc., ACI Inc., J. Amado Araneta Foundation (JAAF), Philippine Pizza Holdings Inc., Dairy Queen, Taco Bell, Snaxx, Pizza Hut, Amazigrace Global Manpower Inc., Globalinens Worldwide Inc., All About Baking, Armidia Photo, Make Up By Ms. Jho, Megaworld Corp., Terry Selection Inc., Manilenyo Byahero, Art In Island, & Pepsico, Inc. ; Sweet Adventurer Sponsors : Noel Naz, Paper Flowers Manila, Liwayway Marketing Corp./Oishi, Leslie Corporation, Smart PLDT, Delos Santos Medical Center, Peanut World & PMS Primepower Network Inc., Kevin Ong Patisserie, Torreno Printing Corporation & NDE Packaging Marketing Corp.; and Sweet Dreamer Sponsors : Altuveda Graphics and Printhaus, Inc., Asmara Spa, Eatigo, Entech Integrated Pest Management, Vienna Cakes, Smartpack Systems Solutions, Inc., Interisland Industrial & Engineering Services, Kitchen Care Consultancy Philippines Inc, Pinlan Manpower Inc., Alaundry, Gardenia Bakeries Philippines Inc., Bertlozada Swim School, RJC Security & Investigation Agency, & Peanut World.

Complementing the festive fun is the Sweetopia Sunday Spread, an Easter lunch and dinner buffet at Food Exchange Manila, where families can gather around the table to enjoy a vibrant holiday feast. Available on April 5, 2026, the buffet offers a generous selection of international dishes, seasonal specialties, and sweet Easter-inspired treats perfect for sharing with loved ones. The Food Exchange Easter buffet is priced at PHP 2,799 nett per person and includes one ticket to the Sweetopia Family Adventure, allowing families to seamlessly pair their culinary celebration with the exciting Easter activities. Guests may enjoy the buffet during lunch from 12NN to 2:30PM or dinner from 6PM to 10PM, making it an ideal setting for families to celebrate the holiday together over a memorable dining experience. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-250895, Series of 2026)

For families planning a full Easter getaway, Novotel Araneta City offers Check-in to Sweetopia: Easter Staycation & Sweetopia Family Adventure Package, available for booking until April 4, 2026 for stays between March 29 and April 5, 2026. The package includes two tickets to the Sweetopia Family Adventure and a breakfast buffet for two adults and two children aged 16 and below at Food Exchange Manila. Guests can also take advantage of early check-in at 10AM, late check-out at 2PM (subject to availability), and exclusive dining perks of 20% off food and 15% off beverages across hotel outlets, excluding In-Room Dining and Indulge Gelato. Rates start at PHP 7,988 nett per night, with Executive Room and Suite guests enjoying added benefits such as Premier Lounge access and complimentary Kids Club playtime for up to two children per day. (Per DTI Fair Trade Permit No. FTEB-250768, Series of 2026)

“Easter has always been a time for families to pause, reconnect, and simply enjoy being together,” said May Malagamba, Director of Food & Beverage. “With Easter Sweetopia, we wanted to create a vibrant playground of egg-citing adventures, sweet surprises, and delightful dining where children can discover little Easter wonders and families can share meaningful moments. It’s our way of turning the holiday into a joyful celebration filled with laughter, sweetness, and memories worth keeping.”

With colorful activities for children, indulgent Easter feasts for families, and a relaxing holiday escape for everyone, Easter Sweetopia at Novotel Manila Araneta City promises a heartwarming celebration where every moment is filled with sweetness, laughter, and family togetherness.

For more information about Easter Sweetopia, visit www.novotelmanilaaranetacity.com or contact (63 2) 8990 7888, email H7090@accor.com.

March 25, 2026
Golden Easter Celebrations and Holy Week Traditions Await at The Manila Hotel

Families and travelers can look forward to a meaningful and festive Holy Week at The Manila Hotel as the Grand Dame of the Philippines unveils a lineup of seasonal experiences that blend Easter fun with cherished Filipino traditions.

A Golden Easter Celebration for Families

On April 5, 2026, The Manila Hotel will host the Golden Easter Egg Hunters at Fiesta Pavilion from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The event promises an exciting afternoon for children and families, highlighted by a lively Easter egg hunt. The celebration also features musical performances, magic show, arts and crafts, face painting, inflatable play areas, balloon twisting, games, and more. Designed as a vibrant family gathering, the event offers children a fun and safe way to celebrate Easter.

Tickets are priced at Php 1,999 nett, inclusive of entry for one child (12 years old and below) and one adult (13 years old and above). For ticket inquiries and purchase, email banquetsales@themanilahotel.com, or call (63 2) 8527 0011 or (63 2) 5301 5500.

Stay and Celebrate with the Golden Easter Room Promo

Guests who wish to extend the celebration can book the Golden Easter Room Promo, a limited-time offer priced at Php 10,000 nett. The package includes an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, breakfast buffet for two at Café Ilang-Ilang, and one complimentary ticket to the Golden Easter Egg Hunters event. Booking is open until April 4, 2026, with the stay date on April 5, 2026. For reservations, email resvn@themanilahotel.com, or call (63 2) 8527 0011 or (63 2) 5301 5500.

A Meaningful Holy Week Through Visita Iglesia

In the spirit of Lenten reflection, The Manila Hotel invites guests to join a meaningful Visita Iglesia on Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026. Following the success of last year’s tour, the hotel once again partners with John Paul Hernandez, also known as The Traveling Salakot, a social science educator known for his engaging heritage walks that highlight Filipino history and culture. The tour includes visits to Manila Cathedral, Santa Rita Chapel, San Agustin Church, Saint Vincent de Paul Parish Church, Pope Pius XII, Our Lady of Remedies Church, and Archdiocesan Shrine of Nuestra Senora de Guia.

The tour is priced at Php 1,800 nett per adult and Php 900 nett per child (12 years old and below), inclusive of roundtrip shuttle service from the hotel and snacks. Two schedules are available: 7:00 am to 12:00 noon and 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Reservations are recommended through concierge@themanilahotel.com, (63 2) 8527 0011 or (63 2) 5301 5500.

Visita Iglesia Room Package

To complement the tour, the hotel offers a Visita Iglesia Room Package for guests who wish to spend Holy Week in comfort at the historic hotel. The package is priced at Php 10,500 nett for an overnight stay in a Deluxe Room, while Php 12,500 nett for a Suite.

Both packages include breakfast buffet for two at Café Ilang-Ilang and slots to the Visita Iglesia tour for two adults and two kids. Booking is available until April 1, 2026, with stay dates from April 1 to 2, 2026 inclusive. For reservations, email resvn@themanilahotel.com, or call (63 2) 8527 0011 or (63 2) 5301 5500.

Celebrating Faith, Family, and Tradition Through these offerings, The Manila Hotel continues its tradition of creating experiences that honor faith, family, and meaningful moments during the Holy Week.

March 25, 2026
The Manila Hotel Celebrates Women with Beauty and Wellness Offers this March

This March, The Manila Hotel joins the global celebration of National Women’s Month with a thoughtful tribute to the modern woman. The Grand Dame offers a selection of beauty and wellness privileges designed to encourage moments of rest, renewal, and self-celebration.

Until March 31, 2026, female guests are invited to indulge in a well-deserved retreat with 20% savings on premier services across the hotel’s beauty and wellness concessionaires. Whether seeking a restorative escape or a confidence-boosting refresh, women can enjoy a range of services and treatments within the elegant surroundings of the historic hotel.

Ladies may unwind with a 20% off non-packaged massages at The Manila Hotel Spa. At Salon de Matt, women can refresh their looks with 20% off haircuts, makeup, hair color, and hair treatments. Meanwhile, Montesa Dermatology and Age Management Aesthetic Center offers 20% off select facial and slimming treatments, delivered by expert practitioners using advance aesthetic technologies.

“This Women’s Month, we invite women to take a moment for themselves,” says Marvin Kim Tan, vice president for sales and marketing of The Manila Hotel. “Women play so many important roles in our lives and communities, often balancing responsibilities while continuing to inspire those around them. At The Manila Hotel, we believe they deserve spaces where they can relax, feel cared for, and celebrate their own well-being. Through these offerings, we hope to create moments of rest and renewal in a setting known for its timeless hospitality.”

For more information, guests may call (63 2) 8527 0011 or (63 2) 5301 5500.

March 24, 2026
Robinsons Department Store’s Women’s Fair 2026 Celebrates the Many Roles of Women

Women’s Month in March is a celebration of all the things that make women unstoppable and empowered. It’s about recognizing the women who build businesses, lead teams, raise families, start movements, and show up every single day.

It’s also about treating them to the things they love. This Women’s Month, Robinsons Department Store (RDS) transforms its retail spaces into a celebration of style, strength, and solidarity with its much-anticipated Women’s Month 2026, happening from March 1 to April 15, 2026.

Shopping as shared celebration

Fashion has always been a form of identity, whether it’s the blazer a woman wears to work as part of the Philippines’ 41.6% labor force; the sneakers that power her early morning run in a community; or the lipstick that matches her confidence.

RDS is treating every woman who inspires us with great deals and memorable experiences. It is curating collections made for all women, acknowledging that today’s Filipina wears many hats and many looks at whatever stage she is in her life, whether she’s a Gen Z starting on her first job, or a Gen X passing her business to the younger generation, or a Millennial starting her family and her first business.

Women’s Fair shoppers can enjoy up to 70% off on ladies’ apparel, accessories, and beauty. It’s the best time to refresh wardrobes with brands like Whatever; restock their beauty arsenal with products from Belo Essentials, Snailwhite, Dove, and more; as well as find meaningful gifts for the women who they love and look up to.

The fair also features exclusive promos designed to reward loyalty and celebrate milestones. On International Women’s Day (March 8), shoppers enjoy P200 off with a minimum purchase of P3,000. On Women’s Wednesdays (all Wednesdays of March), Go Rewards members get an additional 10% off with a minimum P2,000 purchase from 3pm to 8pm. Plus, they can enjoy cashback and 0% installment plans when they use select credit cards on their purchases.

This year’s celebration goes beyond retail therapy with in-store events, including a Women’s Forum in Robinsons Galleria on March 7, 2026, which spotlights women across various industries who will share insights into leadership and success. A month-long Women’s Bazaar will also showcase brands and entrepreneurs who champion individuality and craftsmanship.

With physical stores nationwide and official shops available on Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop, Robinsons Department Store makes shopping easy for busy women. Follow RDS on Facebook, Instagram for updates and exclusive offers.

March 22, 2026
Beyond the Usual Weekend: Rockwell’s Summer Socials Debuts in Alabang!

For many in the South, enjoying Metro Manila’s most talked-about comfort foods usually means crossing the city. This March, the South’s weekend landscape is taking on a different rhythm as Rockwell’s Summer Socials transforms Alabang Town Center into a gathering place for some of the Metro’s most sought-after culinary names. It’s not just a typical food fair; it’s your first glance at the new Rockwell lifestyle now in your neighborhood.

The Culinary Lineup: From Handcrafted Stacks to Street-Style Tacos

The event’s lineup highlights a handful of vendors known for their distinctive takes on comfort food. Nolita Joe’s signature SPM pizza, topped with sausage, pepperoni, and mushroom, sits alongside the generously stacked burgers from Scratch Burgers. Mang Kaloy Fried Rice offers hearty bowls that elevate familiar Filipino flavors, while Takaw serves street-style tacos and Chino’s Deli offers sandwiches for those seeking something lighter.

Sweet and refreshing options round out the lineup. Minimalist soft-serve from Miruku by Ujisan provides a cool break from the afternoon heat, while The Good Poison and Feisty serve small-batch bottled iced teas. For dessert, Ciento Cookies brings its signature oversized, gooey bakes.

“We wanted to bridge the gap between these cult-favorite flavors and the South,” says a Rockwell events representative. “It’s about bringing that specific energy and taste to a community that values convenience without compromising on quality.”

Tactile Art and Analog Memories

The Summer Socials offer more than just food. Wabi Sabi’s pottery workshops, led by instructor Jason Tengco, offer a rare opportunity to engage in slow-paced, hands-on creation.

To complement the atmosphere, DJs Nica and Cian provide a curated vinyl-style backdrop as the sun sets. Before heading home, attendees can visit The Memory Machine, a vintage chemical-process photobooth that offers a physical, analog alternative to digital snapshots.

Additionally, more merchants will be joining throughout the events, offering new flavors and experiences to discover. The summer festivities continue at The Grove Retail Row and Santolan Plaza from March 20 to 22, before heading to The Proscenium Retail Row from March 25 to 29, and The Pavilions at Nara from March 27 to 29.

Whether you’re here for the bites, the beats, or just the good times, Rockwell’s Summer Socials is the place to be.

See you under the sun!

Learn more on Power Plant Mall’s Facebook and Instagram and Alabang Town Center’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

March 14, 2026
Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts Celebrates Easter Sunday with Dinoland: Hop, Hunt, Roar!

Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts invites families to a roaring Easter celebration with Dinoland Easter Sunday: Hop, Hunt, Roar, a day of prehistoric fun, themed activities, entertainment, and dining for children and families.

On April 5, 2026, children can step into a world where dinosaurs and Easter traditions meet. The celebration will feature a dino-themed inflatable play area, booth games, face painting, balloon twisting, a magic show, line dancing, and a photo booth, along with the much-anticipated Easter egg hunt and games with prizes throughout the day. Adding to the prehistoric fun, young explorers will have the chance to meet and greet a baby triceratops and baby raptor from Dino Crew, take photos with the friendly dinos, and join in dino-inspired games, while parents can also take part in specially prepared games and activities.

“We wanted to create an iconic Easter celebration that children will truly remember,” said Gagan Talwar, General Manager of Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts. “As a family-centric hotel, Dinoland: Hop, Hunt, Roar is our way of bringing families together for a day filled with fun, adventure, and shared moments that make the holiday even more special.”

Early bird bookers from now until March 20 can enjoy special discounted rates and a chance to win an overnight stay in a Family Suite, which will be raffled among all confirmed bookings within the period. At the celebration, two additional Family Suite stays will be raffled off among attendees, with each guest receiving one raffle ticket. Twenty Disney Store cash vouchers from SM will be given away, along with loot bags filled with goodies from Rebisco, Tiny Buds Baby, PikNik, Gardenia, ACT II Popcorn, Ceres, Absolute, VItamilk, and creative items from Charm’d Studio for the kids. Guests can also look forward to special food and drinks made with premium ingredients from partners Philadelphia and Evian Sparkling. Parents are invited to join the fun ad games for a chance to win gift packs featuring products from Barilla, Tulip, and Hero Finest Fruit.

Families may begin their Easter adventure with a festive buffet lunch at Kusina Sea Kitchens from 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM before heading to the Ballroom for the Dinoland festivities, or enjoy dinner from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM after a day of activities. Registration for the Easter celebration begins at 12:30 PM at the Ballroom, and the activity will run until 5:00 PM. Children under five years old must be accompanied by a parent or guardian inside the activity area.

Guests can choose from a variety of Easter packages depending on how they wish to celebrate the day. The Family Package, designed for two adults and two children aged 2–12, includes a lunch or dinner buffet and full access to all Easter activities, priced at PHP 6,500 nett, with an early bird rate of PHP 6,000 nett. An Adult Package is also available at PHP 3,500 nett, or PHP 3,000 nett for early bird bookings, while children aged 2–12 may join with the Kid Package at PHP 1,800 nett, or PHP 1,500 nett early bird, both inclusive of buffet dining and activities.

For those who wish to focus purely on the fun, an Easter Activity Package for one adult and one child is available at PHP 2,200 nett, or PHP 2,000 nett early bird, granting full access to the themed games, entertainment, snacks, and the Easter egg hunt. Guests may also opt to enjoy the Easter buffet separately at Kusina Sea Kitchens, with lunch priced at PHP 3,250 nett (early bird PHP 3,000 nett) or dinner at PHP 3,500 nett (early bird PHP 3,300 nett). For those looking to extend the celebration, pool access may be added for PHP 1,500 nett per person, or PHP 1,000 nett with early bird bookings.

With its lively mix of dining, entertainment, raffles, and family-friendly activities, Dinoland Easter Sunday: Hop, Hunt, Roar promises a vibrant and memorable way for families to celebrate the Easter holiday together.

For inquiries and bookings, contact Hilton Manila Newport World Resorts at (63 917) 851-4044 or email MNLPH_FB@hilton.com.

March 13, 2026