Araneta Group expands retail footprint with The New Gateway Mall 2

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Araneta City's latest transformational project, the New Gateway Mall 2, is coming to life with the gradual opening of exciting stores and attractions.

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Latest development elevates City of Firsts experience with unparalleled shopping, dining, and entertainment offerings

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The P5-billion expansion of the multi-awarded Gateway Mall promises to revolutionize the modern urban experience in the metro. This development extends Araneta City’s flagship mall to more than 200,000 sq.m. of additional choices for shopping, dining, entertainment, and leisure spread over the multilevel mall.

The New Gateway Mall 2 introduces a comprehensive array of over 400 brands, offering the latest concepts in fashion, technology, gaming, entertainment, leisure, health, and wellness. Now open are brands such as Anta, Converse, Puma, and Skechers, with more brands continuing to open.

Mallgoers can also indulge in a plethora of culinary delights, making it a must-go destination for food enthusiasts. With about 150 restaurants and food outlets, the New Gateway Mall 2 is designed to be an adventure for food lovers. Dedicated zones such as the Restaurant Collection, Coliseum Plaza, and Palenque by Claude Tayag will highlight some of the best dining choices and sought-after food brands such as a mano, Mamou, Grace Park, Wolfgang's Steakhouse, Shake Shack, Abe, Tung Lok Seafood, Manam, Boteyju, Burgoo, Classic Savory, Vikings, Tim Ho Wan, and a lot more.

"Opening the New Gateway Mall 2 reinforces Araneta City’s commitment to its pioneering legacy in commercial development," Rowell Recinto, Chairman of the Management Committee said. "The New Gateway Mall 2 is truly a mall like no other, and we want to give our patrons memorable and gratifying experiences here at the City of Firsts."

The contemporary architecture of glass and steel gives way to an inviting urban oasis inside that features two gardens — the Sensory Garden, and the Culinary Garden — and The Lagoon, which offers a relaxing ambiance for mallgoers.

On top of the mall is the 1,000-capacity Sagrada Familia Church with a design uniqueness inspired by a mitre, the traditional headwear worn by Bishops. Additional cues are provided by The Oculus in Manhattan, New York City with the all-white structure that features a high ceiling, glass panels, and stained glass windows that invite natural light for a soothing and calming ambiance.

Another highlight is the 700-square-meter Quantum Skyview, an activity area that features the country's first ceiling-mounted LED display that offers a captivating visual experience like no other. With its central location, the Quantum Skyview offers unique possibilities to any event in the area. Recent activities such as pre-concert Korean pop (KPOP) fan meetings, book launch, and the 2023 PPOP Manila Convention were able to offer an experience not available elsewhere and such can be replicated in public events, product launches, and other activations.

The New Gateway Mall 2 is also home to Shopwise International Grocery Shopping, a non-membership grocery with an impressive selection of international brands. Also opening soon are Paeng's Gateway Bowl for sports enthusiasts, and the Pop District Center, a first in the Philippines, which will provide an in-mall venue for everything and anything pop culture.

More food brands, retail outlets, and mall attractions are expected to open at the New Gateway Mall 2 before the end of 2023.

This new mall completes Araneta City's Gateway Square, a 400,000-square-meter mixed-use superblock that includes the Gateway Malls, Gateway Office, Gateway Tower, Novotel Manila Araneta City, Smart Araneta Coliseum, Parking Garage South Building, and the soon-to-open ibis Styles Manila Araneta City.

"The New Gateway Mall 2 is part of Araneta Group's plan to build a community that delivers a unique live-work-play experience. It serves as a foundational connection to other properties in the Gateway Square and ultimately, in Araneta City, offering opportunities for an experience that can be personalized in a contemporary environment," Recinto said.

Aside from the New Gateway Mall 2, other developments continue to rise in Araneta City including Cyberpark 3, the latest office building at the 8-hectare Cyberpark development, and ibis Styles Manila, the first ibis Styles branded hotel by international hospitality company Accor in the Philippines.

Philippine Pastel Artists Returns to Gateway Gallery for Kulay Pastel

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ALVIN MONTANO, Fallen Leaves

The Philippine Pastel Artists, Inc. group, in partnership with Giftbox, Inc., presents the 2nd Kulay Pastel Juried Exhibition at the Gateway Gallery. As a members-only exhibit, the show aims to recognize new, exceptional works done by the group’s regular members, showcasing their current progress and artistic directions and demonstrating their passion and dedication to the fine art of pastels.

FERDIE MAGSINO, Manay Lisa

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WHAT: Kulay Pastel 2nd Juried Exhibition

WHEN: July 15, 2023, 4 PM Opening Reception, exhibit ends on July 29, 2023

WHERE: Gateway Gallery, Level 5 Gateway Tower, Araneta City, Q.C.

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Founded in 2015, the PPA continues its vision to be a premier and globally-recognized organization promoting Filipino artists through the use of pastels as a medium for artistic expression and setting the standards of excellence in pastel painting in the Philippines. It is a recognized member of the International Association of Pastel Societies, a non-profit organization representing pastel societies worldwide, uniting in the common cause to demonstrate the validity and quality of pastel fine art.

In providing a platform for its members to showcase their creative abilities and skills in pastel artmaking, PPA forges on with its mission to elevate the pastel medium in the art community at large. Awards for the Best in Show and two Awards of Merit to the three most distinguished pieces will be announced at the exhibition’s opening reception on July 15, 2023. The show ends on July 29, 2023.

KARLO DOMINGO, Quiapo

GRANDIER BELLA, Juvenile Playthings

IRIS BABAO-UY, Ilaw ng Tahanan

 JULIUS LEGASPI, Rush Hour

 ROMEO CORTEZ, Bunong-braso

Participating artists are:

Alvin Montano, Bids Llorin-Luna, Caroline Rosales, Dennis Baquial, Ferdie Magsino, Ferdinand Capistrano, Glenn Perez, Grandier Bella, Iris Babao-Uy, Julius Legaspi, Karlo Domingo, Kathy Sarao-Nazario, Luisa Bayot, Nell Belgado, Reina Lynn "Rei" Antonio, Roberto Martin Sing, Rodel Rosario, Roland Castro, Romeo Cortez, Tessa Punzalan-Brodeth, Wendy Rondaris, Yolanda Batara

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Gateway Gallery is the art museum of Araneta City. It is open daily, from 10 am to 6 pm, as a free admission art museum, located at the 5F Gateway Tower, Araneta City. For inquiries on the exhibit and other programs, email us at gatewaygallery@aranetagroup.com, or call +63 2 825 3012. Connect also with Gateway Gallery’s social media accounts at Facebook (GatewayGalleryPH), Instagram (gateway.gallery), Twitter (gateway_gallery), and YouTube Channel (Gateway Gallery).

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TESSA PUNZALAN-BRODETH, Sa Tabing Sapa

For inquiries, please contact: 0975-8879651 or email: ppa.kulaypastel@gmail.com.

Have a Neon Arcade Fun this Father's Day at Araneta City

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The City of Firsts has fun surprises and delights for the man of the house 

this Dad’s Day

From June 13 to 18, Araneta City transforms into a neon arcade wonderland for Father's Day. So bring dad, daddy, papa, tatay, ama, and other father figures in our lives to a nostalgic retro arcade day at the City of Firsts, and get ready for endless surprises and fun activities tailor-made especially for him!

Big bike lovers can feast their eyes on an impressive motorbike display at the Gateway Mall Activity Area from June 13 to 17. Motorcycle enthusiasts and dads alike will surely be thrilled to see these incredible machines up close. The exhibit promises to be a treat for all with its stunning collection of bikes.

Basketball fans may also score some Gilas Pilipinas apparel and other merchandise goodies at the cool Gateway Mall Activity Area booth on June 18. Your dad may even get a chance to be up close with former Gilas stars Jeff Chan and Gary David to make his day more memorable.

Meanwhile, the Ali Mall Activity Area and Farmers Plaza Activity Area will be transformed into gaming havens on June 18. Arcade and video game enthusiasts will have the time of their lives as they dive into a world of classic and modern games. From arcade classics to the latest console hits, there will be something for everyone in the family to enjoy.

Over at Farmers Plaza, Quaderno Band will set a more engaging dad's day mood on June 18. And as the day's events unfold, dads may take a break at the new hip place at the mall's Food Plaza -- Beer Plaza, which features live band performances and a wide array of food and beverage options. From June 16 to 18, Beer Plaza will celebrate "Cheers to Dad" with good food and music dedicated to all fathers.

The fun and surprises even extend to the digital world! From June 13 to 18, shoppers and diners can take photos with the neon arcade decor at Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza. Post the photos on Facebook or IG and use the hashtags #DadsDayAtAranetaCity and #CityofFirsts for a chance to win Novotel Manila Araneta City Food Exchange buffet gift certificates for two!

There's also the "Surprise Your Dad" digital promo. Check the post on Araneta City Facebook page and comment why your dad deserves a treat. Lucky netizens will get a chance to treat the family to lunch or dinner for 4 worth P5,000 at Conti's Restaurant at Gateway Mall!

“If not for the love of all hardworking fathers, we would not be where we are today. So we invite everyone to treat their dads to a special day of games, activities, and fun surprises here at the City of Firsts. We’re sure that dad and the entire family will have a blast this Father’s Day,” Marjorie Go, AVP for Marketing of Araneta City, said.

A New Foodies’ World awaits at Araneta City's Gateway Mall 2

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Wait for it! Exciting food brands and destinations are coming to the City of Firsts.

Gateway Mall 2, the latest lifestyle offering at Araneta City, is set to welcome the public this year. And with this new marketplace, expect to be amazed by new and additional choices of restaurants, cafes, and other food destinations.

Once fully open, Gateway Mall 2 will enhance the breadth and depth of gastronomic selection in Araneta City – making it the latest place to satisfy all sorts of food adventures in the metro.

Get ready for the mall's opening and keep an eye on these brand-new dining spots at the City of Firsts.

Restaurant Collection

Araneta City expands its selection of dining options with restaurants owned by Chef Margarita Fores and her family to open as part of Gateway Mall 2’s Restaurant Collection. The renowned culinary clan brings their unique brand of scrumptious dishes to the City of Firsts with a mano, Mamou, and Grace Park.

There are also other restaurants to watch out for. Savor the finest steaks, burgers, and other grilled favorites at Wolfgang Steakhouse Grill. Sate your longing for comfort food with beloved signature Pinoy dishes of Abe, and Cochi Bistro. For a burst of flavors from around the world, catch Choi Garden, Botejyu, Coco Ichibanya, and Tokyo Milk Cheese as they open in Gateway Mall 2. And for coffee lovers, UCC Park Café and Starbucks Coffee will open their branches in the new mall’s hard-to-miss location.

Coliseum Plaza

More choices are made available in Araneta City, especially to patrons of Smart Araneta Coliseum. Located just a few steps away from the Big Dome's Red Gate entrance is the Coliseum Plaza, which hosts a variety of options to satisfy any type of craving in one convenient spot.

Put a savory punch to your coliseum experience by enjoying some good meals and snacks from Shake Shack and Mo’s Burger, Hong Kong dim sum at Tim Ho Wan, Pinoy comfort fare at Manam and Nono’s, and a drinks and cocktails bar soon.

Restaurants at the Coliseum Plaza offer both indoor and outdoor seating, giving customers more options on how they want to enjoy their dining experience.

Palenque

Mallgoers who long for dishes from their respective hometowns don't need to go far, as Gateway Mall 2 will feature a food crawl called Palenque – a Pinoy-themed food arena with the best-of-the-best in Filipino food heritage.

At Palenque, diners can do a “food crawl” through a selection of signature cuisine native and unique to every province or region in the Philippines and prepared by celebrated chefs in their own inimitable way. Check out Bale Dutung of Chef Claude Tayag, Al Puruganan’s Ilocos cuisine, Chef Tatung’s Cebu offerings and delicacies, Palm Grill from Zamboanga, Sea Salt Davao Grill, Chinoy's Chicken Fandian and more Bacolod delicacies, and offerings like Diwal.

Behind this exciting food idea is Filipino chef and restaurateur Claude Tayag, who brings his vision and culinary expertise in Philippine gastronomy to the City of Firsts.

Asian Village

Foodies looking for a mouthwatering Asian culinary experience also don’t need to go far. Gateway Mall 2 is host to an inviting Asian Village that will showcase the richness of cuisine on this side of the globe.

Treat yourself to a tour around the region with delicacies from Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China, Thailand, Korea, and other Eastern nations, all within the comforts of Araneta City’s new mall.

More food choices

Expect an abundance of other exciting dining options when you explore the entirety of the 190,000-square-meter Gateway Mall 2.

Coliseum patrons entering or exiting via the mall’s upper ground floor access will be greeted with an array of nearby food choices such as Hawker Chan, BLK 513, French Baker, Tong Yang, Yoshinoya, Llao Llao, Pound, Panda Express, Subway, and more. Also, the largest Mary Grace Cafe in the metro will soon open alongside these restaurants.

More exciting food go-tos will spread in various parts of the mall. There’s Ramen Nagi, Red Crab, Burgoo, Tsokolateria, Dookki Korean, Banana Leaf, Bread Talk, Peri-Peri, Classic Savory, Via Mare, and more. Vikings—one of the go-to buffet restaurants of Filipinos—is also set to land on this side of Gateway Mall 2.

An exciting concept is also in store for K-pop and P-pop fans. Opening soon at Araneta City's latest mall is K Pop Town and Café—a first in the Philippines—which will provide an additional Korean and local pop experience beyond the City of Firsts' usual entertainment scene.

Araneta Group-owned brands Pizza Hut, Dairy Queen, and Taco Bell will have more presence in Araneta City with additional branches in Gateway Mall 2.

There's plenty more to expect when Araneta City opens its new mall this 2023. So watch out for Gateway Mall 2 and get ready to try these new dining destinations at the City of Firsts.

Welcome 2023 with huge savings, exciting promos at Araneta City

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 City of Firsts holds Grand Clearance Sale and other promos until Jan. 15

As we welcome the new year, it’s time to take a new lease on life! Whether it’s updating your wardrobe, purchasing a new pair of kicks to spruce up your next OOTD, or looking for great bargains for home appliances and furniture, there’s no better place to do it than at Araneta City!

Head on to the City of Firsts to enjoy huge savings on some of the hottest items from your favorite shops and boutiques. Araneta City’s Grand Clearance Sale, which will last until January 15, offers up to 70 percent discount on items like clothing, footwear, appliances, home decor, and so much more.

Stores at the Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, Farmers Plaza, and SM Araneta City are all participating in the Grand Clearance Sale so make sure that you don’t miss out on all these exciting offers.

Meanwhile, shopping at the City of Firsts will not only help you save on some of your favorite items as it can also be very rewarding!

Every ₱2,000 single or accumulated receipt purchase from any Araneta City establishment will entitle a customer to one free Araneta City Calendar. Just present your receipts at any of the redemption booths situated at the Gateway Activity Area, Food Express, Gateway Mall Concierge, Ali Mall Concierge, and Farmers Plaza Concierge to claim your special freebie.

Also, you still have a chance to win a brand-new Geely Okavango, a 7-seater Mild Hybrid SUV, with Araneta City's "Dream Ride Like No Other" Christmas car promo. Earn a raffle entry through any of the following: single receipt purchase worth ₱1,000 from any Araneta City establishment (including Novotel Manila Araneta City), up to 4 accumulated receipts worth ₱250 from Araneta City food courts or Dampa, four Gateway Cineplex tickets, or a single or accumulated receipt purchase worth ₱2,000 of Petron products.

Present your proof of purchase at the Gateway Mall Concierge, Gateway Mall Activity Area, Gateway Mall Food Express, Ali Mall Concierge, or Farmers Plaza Concierge until February 5 to qualify for the raffle. You may even get closer to the prize as you get double e-raffle entries on purchases and e-raffle stub redemptions made from January 13 to 15!

Aside from that, you can also receive some Coca-Cola collectibles with any meal at Food Express, Food Gallery, Food Plaza, and at the Dampa at Farmers Market as part of the On-The-Go Christmas Treats foodcourts and Dampa promo. Just present ₱350 worth of single or accumulated receipt purchase that includes any Coca-Cola product from any Araneta City food court to get these free Coke merchandise. The promo will also end on January 15.

“Let’s start 2023 with a bang only here at the City of Firsts,” Marjorie Go, AVP for Marketing of Araneta City, said. “You can enjoy some seriously huge savings when you shop today because of our Grand Clearance Sale. Whether you're looking for new clothes, new gadgets, or new home items, you’ll find it here at great prices. Not only are you saving when you shop, we’re also making every purchase and every meal you have here more rewarding with our promos. So come and visit us at Araneta City.”

Make Mother’s Day more memorable at Araneta City

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Celebrate with mom at the City of Firsts through fun activities, rewarding promos, and exciting prizes

Mom, mommy, mama, nanay, inay. We use a lot of words to call the most important woman in our lives, but all of these convey our deep affection, respect, and adoration for our mothers. And as we welcome May, we look forward to that special weekend when we celebrate everything about our moms, make them feel loved, and show them that they deserve nothing but the best. 

 

To help you make your Mother’s Day celebration more memorable, Araneta City has prepared some fun activities for both you and your beloved mom! Here are some things to look forward to at the City of Firsts: 

 

1. Give mom the most entertaining day of her life.

 

Bring your mom and the whole family to the Gateway Mall activity area on May 8 at 3pm for the All for You Mom mall show! Be energized with the exciting performance of The Addlib dancers, and make mom kilig with a special number from celebrity heartthrob Xian Lim!

 

There’s also a special sandwich-making segment with comedienne Tuesday Vargas courtesy of appliance brand Tough Mama. Appliances will be given away to some lucky audience, so make sure to be there! 

 

Meanwhile, at Farmers Plaza, moms can also enjoy a musical treat in the activity area from 4pm to 6pm.

 

2. Shop, dine, and enjoy special rewards for mom.

 

If you’re still clueless about what to gift her, check out Ali Mall’s Mommy Bazaar from May 1 to 14. Visit all 10 booths with products that mom would surely love, including women’s apparel, accessories, beauty products, and other trinkets and knick knacks. 

 

If you’re planning to celebrate at Food Express, Food Plaza, Food Gallery, or Dampa at Farmers Market, your mom is in for a special treat! Join the Cool Summer Gulp promo by exchanging ₱250 worth of single or accumulated receipts for a cool Coca-Cola tumbler or a refreshing can of Coke. The first 50 diners to redeem on Mother’s Day will also get a FREE pastillas rose! Just show a family picture to claim the additional freebie.

 

3. Say a prayer of thanks for mom.

 

Our moms are, without a doubt, God’s greatest blessings to everyone. Let us thank the Lord for giving us such blessings. A Mother's Day anticipated Mass will be held on May 7, 4pm, at the Ali Mall Chapel, and everyone is invited to be part of it.

 

4. Celebrate Mother’s Day online and win special prizes.

 

The City of Firsts is also bringing the fun virtually through various online promos! On Facebook, there's the Pic with Mom promo. Share your favorite photo with your mom on Araneta City’s FB page and give a short statement about why she deserves all the prizes prepared by the City of Firsts. Post your entries from May 2 to 8 for a chance to win exciting surprises for mom! 

 

Meanwhile, on Instagram, you can join the Share it for Mom promo. Share Araneta City’s Mother’s Day post on your Instagram Story from May 4 to 6, put #BestMomAtAranetaCity, and tag Araneta City to have the chance to win a sweet treat for mom, delivered for free to your doorstep! 

 

And on Tiktok, one may win an all-expense paid dinner at the Videoke Room at Dampa in Farmers Market through the Tiktok with Mom promo. Just create any fun TikTok content with your mommy from May 2 to 8, use the hashtag #BestMomAtAranetaCity, and tag Araneta City to get a chance to win this fun prize!

 

Spend a memorable Mother's Day with your beloved moms only at the City of Firsts!

Enjoy exciting deals and surprises at Araneta City’s Black Friday Sale!

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Get up to 70% off on items (and more!) from November 26 to 30

Are you getting a headstart in your Holiday shopping this Black Friday? Well, the City of Firsts is the place to be for amazing deals and surprises!

Happening from November 26 to 30, 2021, enjoy up to 70% off on some of the most in-demand items from the brands you love the most in Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, Farmers Plaza, and The SM Store.

“Get ahead of the Christmas rush by doing your gift shopping as early as now,” said Marjorie Go, Araneta City’s Assistant Vice President for Marketing. “Araneta City and our partner brands are bringing some exciting deals on some of your favorite apparel, footwear, and tech products. You’ll surely complete your Holiday list here at the City of Firsts during our Black Friday Sale!”

Can’t go out to shop? We got you covered with Araneta City’s ASK ARA personal shopper service. Just message Ara on Facebook, and enjoy a FREE DELIVERY treat when you do your online shopping on November 26.

But for those who’ll drop by our malls, you get to enjoy an extra treat: score freebies by just exchanging your receipts! For every ₱3,000 single-receipt purchase, you’ll get a special black box containing cool Araneta City merchandise collectibles. Head to the mall concierge of Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza for this surprise.

Apart from the discounts and freebies, shoppers may also check out the cool neon lighted wall panels at the activity area of Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza. This is surely the perfect spot to get some hip IG-worthy snaps and glowing TikTok videos for Black Friday Sale.

And to make your TikTok posts more rewarding, Araneta City is holding a TikTok Challenge! It’s very simple: follow Araneta City on TikTok, create a dance video at our neon lighted wall, and post it! Don’t forget to tag Araneta City and use the hashtag #AranetaCityBlackFridaySale. Three lucky winners will win a cash prize and gift certificates from Pizza Hut!

Araneta City malls have been awarded the Safety Seal certificates, proving their exemplary and strict implementation of health standards. Enjoy a safe Black Friday experience only at the City of Firsts!

Araneta City is managed by ACI Inc, one of the five business units of the Araneta Group of Companies. With a long history of pioneer business ventures, the progressive and diversified Araneta Group is anchored on property development, food service, leisure and entertainment, and hospitality. Visit the Araneta Group's official website for more details.

For updates on Araneta City, visit its official website, or follow it on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Tiktok. Download the Araneta City mobile app on Apple App Store (for iOS) or Google Play Store (for Android) to get the latest on promos and events.

Araneta City brings the magic of Christmas to life with Giant Christmas Tree Lighting

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The City of Firsts’ Holiday tradition has been alive for 4 decades now

The City of Firsts has officially signaled the beginning of its holiday celebration with the lighting of its iconic Giant Christmas Tree on November 11.

Decked with dazzling lights, colorful ornaments, and glittering tinsels, the Giant Christmas Tree situated at the Times Square Food Park in Araneta City was lit up in a grand celebration attended by local government officials, senior company executives, celebrities, and patrons with the theme ‘Believe in the Magic of Christmas’.

“We made sure to light up our Giant Christmas Tree in time for 11.11, which tradition says is a special date when anything you wish for can come true. It’s also our way of welcoming the return of our guests to the City of Firsts now that quarantine restrictions are starting to loosen up a bit. Even though we’re now welcoming guests of all ages, we’re still making it a point that all of our customers are safe through the health and safety measures that we’ve put in place,” Marjorie Go, AVP for Marketing of Araneta Group, said.

This year’s event highlights a mix of virtual and online celebrity performances and performances, with strict health and safety measures implemented onsite. A pre-show was also held virtually hosted by DJ Onse, and several lucky viewers got to take home some exciting prizes from the virtual games.

This year’s Giant Christmas Tree Lighting event was graced by Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte and prominent stars like Piolo Pascual, Maymay Entrata, AC Bonifacio, and Reiven Umali (Tawag ng Tanghalan 5 Champion). Also present were Ms. Intercontinental 2021 Cinderella Obeñita, Bb. Pilipinas International 2021 Hannah Arnold, Bb. Pilipinas Grand International 2021 Samantha Panlilio, Bb. Pilipinas 2021 First Runner-up Gabrielle Basiano, Bb. Pilipinas 2021 Second Runner-up Meiji Cruz, and Binibining Araneta City 2021 Francesca Taruc.

The lighting of Araneta City’s Giant Christmas Tree has been a fixture of every Filipino Christmas celebration for the past four decades. And as this year’s event carves a year-long milestone in the country, the Araneta Group made sure to celebrate the Giant Christmas Tree spectacle in a big way!

As part of this year’s Christmas celebration, the Araneta Group organized the ‘40 Treats for 40’ program, wherein 40 individuals received special gifts from the company. These individuals are essential workers who worked tirelessly even at the height of the pandemic.

“Despite everything that is happening around us now, we still want all people to Believe in the Magic of Christmas. We in the Araneta Group would like to share this wonderful time with some very special people. We have chosen 40 hardworking essential workers in our community who have shown dedication to their service ever since the pandemic began," Lorna Fabian, Vice President for Leasing of Araneta City, said.

Mrs. Judy Araneta-Roxas, Vice President of the Araneta Group, also extended an early Christmas greeting to everyone who attended the event and watched it unfold online. "Christmas is a magical time. It gives us restored joy and a reason to celebrate even in these trying times. Today, as we light our Giant Christmas tree, we wish everyone to experience the special magic of the holidays.”

A grand fireworks display concluded the event, and signaled the opening of the iconic Giant Christmas tree to the public.

Try these safe shopping options on your next Araneta City visit!

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With the transition of Metro Manila to slightly looser quarantine restrictions, many of your favorite establishments in Araneta City are once again opening their doors to welcome customers!

Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza are now open from 10 AM to 7 PM for all shoppers. Whether you’re shopping for clothes, the latest gadgets, or essential items such as food and medicine, you can now do so at the City of Firsts!

Meanwhile, as the health and safety of its customers is the top consideration for the City of Firsts, they have devised a few innovative solutions for customers who need alternative ways of shopping.

1. Curbside pickup

Araneta City offers Drive & Go curbside pickup service for shoppers who are looking for a quick and convenient way to purchase their needs. Through this offer, customers can get the items they bought without the need to step out of their car. To place an order, customers just need to call the store they want to place their order in, settle the payment, and determine the pickup schedule for the ordered items. Just check www.aranetacity.com to see the contact details of the store you want to purchase from.

Five locations around Araneta City have been determined as pickup spots. These are:

● Gateway Mall (fronting Boulangerie 22 at Gen. Roxas Avenue)

● Ali Mall (fronting Starbucks, Times Square Entrance)

● Shopwise Arcade (fronting Tour Les Jours at Gen. Aguinaldo Avenue)

● Farmers Plaza (fronting BDO at Gen. Roxas Avenue)

● Farmers Market (fronting JAM at Session Road)

Customers only need to wait for a maximum of 10 minutes for their items to be brought to them by store attendees, making each transaction quick and stress-free. What’s more, the use of the Drive & Go curbside pickup service is absolutely free of charge!

2. Item reservation

Araneta City’s Ask Ara virtual shopper and delivery service allow shoppers to buy items at the City of Firsts without having to leave their homes or offices. All they need to do is message Ara, the virtual shopper, and she’ll do the shopping and delivery of items.

But do you know that you may also request Ara to reserve items in a store for future pickup?

Just visit the Ask Ara Facebook page and send a message to virtual shopper Ara. Identify the items you want to reserve, discuss pickup date and how payment will be settled, and it’s all set!

3. Cashless/electronic payment

Meanwhile, to ensure that customers also have a safe option to pay for the freshest fruits, vegetables, meat, and seafood, Araneta City has also teamed up with GCash to enable vendors at the Farmers Market to accept contactless digital payments. This can be done through the Scan to Pay feature via GCash’s QR technology.

Customers who have GCash will only need to scan the unique QR code conspicuously placed in any Farmers Market stall so that they can pay for the goods they purchased.

Safety protocols in place

To ensure the safety of all customers, Araneta City is also strictly implementing government-mandated health protocols to keep visitors, workers, and residents safe and healthy. Temperature checks at every point of entry, the mandatory wearing of masks and face shields, and intensified disinfection of various surfaces are some of the measures implemented throughout the property to ensure the well-being of everyone.

Aside from these measures, shoppers can also be reassured by the fact that all Araneta City’s malls have been awarded with Safety Seals from the local government of Quezon City, proof of its exemplary adherence to safety protocols set by the government.

“Services like this are specifically designed to improve the shopping experience of our customers even amid a pandemic,” Araneta City AVP Marjorie Go said. “Through these services, we enable them to shop for the things they need while ensuring their health and safety in every step of the process.”

To know more about the latest promos, activities, and happenings at Araneta City, please visit www.aranetacity.com or download the Araneta City mobile app on the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. You may also like and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok.