Bazaars set for ALI’s Circuit and Arca South

THE HOLIDAYS are just around the corner and it is time for some shopping. The trick is to find that one-of-a-kind present. Into the picture comes Pop-Up Town, a Christmas bazaar happening at two of Ayala Land’s estates: Circuit Makati and Arca South.

These are set on Nov. 17 to 19 at Circuit Makati, and Dec. 2 to 3 at Arca South in Taguig City. The bazaar is on its fourth year at Circuit Makati.

The event will feature over 200 curated shops, dining options, and many activities for the whole family. Pop-Up Town highlights the heritage of flavor and culture in the country with local products from different regions. Student entrepreneurs will feature their innovative and unique products. Celebrity and blogger merchants will also offer everything from artisanal delicacies to second-hand fashion items.

Pop-Up Town will consist of four zones — Pop-Up Shop, Pop-Up Market, Pop-Up Gallery, and Pop-Up Local.

Pop-Up Shop will have a variety of curated goods and second-hand items from Karl Edwards, Passion Fly, UP JMA, Mommy Mundo, and big discounts by Folded and Hung.

Unique brands and second-hand items from actors and actresses will also be featured under the Star Avenue section including items from Janice de Belen, Kaila Estrada, Inah de Belen, Ara Mina, Danita Paner, Maricar ReyesPoon, Marissa Sanchez, Nene Tamayo, Nikki Valdez, Christine Babao, Maria Lopez, Mara Lopez, Gretchen Fullido, MJ Marfori, Aubrey Carampel, Cherry Lou Damaso, Denise Joaquin, Mike Agassi, and Miriam Quiambao.

A wide variety of dishes will give everyone a taste of the season with Pop-Up Market with Mercato.

Get a chance own a piece of art at the Pop-Up Gallery featuring works curated by Para sa Sining.

Home grown and locally sourced and locally made products will be showcased under the Pop-Up Local section.

Complementing the shopping are activities like outdoor movie screenings, art workshops, battle of the bands, and live acoustic performances. There will also be an inflatable obstacle course dubbed as Wacky Obstacle Run.

Meanwhile, Mastercard holders have the chance to win prizes during the bazaar and are entitled to free entrance to both bazaars. In addition, Circuit Makati and Arca South also partnered with Grab to offer discounted Grab rides heading to and from venue, free shuttle rides in select areas across the metro, and free parking.