Christmas is coming early to the East Metro, and this year, it’s extra magical! 🎄✨
If your family is already counting down to the holiday season, there’s another reason to get excited. SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, and SM City San Mateo are welcoming Christmas this October with magical new holiday destinations made for families, friends, and everyone who loves making memories together.
As part of SM’s Super Magical Christmas, each mall is bringing its own festive world to life, complete with colorful displays, lovable characters, activities, and plenty of picture-perfect spots to explore.
So whether you’re planning a family gala, looking for a fun weekend activity with the kids, or simply want to soak up some Christmas cheer, here’s what awaits at your favorite SM mall.
🌲 SM City Marikina: Step Into Holiday Twinklewoods
Get ready to wander into an enchanting Christmas woodland at SM City Marikina!
Holiday Twinklewoods transforms the mall into a whimsical forest filled with glowing Christmas trees, storybook-inspired mushrooms, and magical woodland details.
Leading the adventure is Mika, the official character of SM City Marikina, who is ready to welcome families into this delightful Christmas wonderland.
It’s the perfect backdrop for those family photos , and a fun place for little ones to let their imaginations run wild.
🍭 SM City Masinag: Sweet Christmas Adventures at Macy’s Holiday Candyland
Have a sweet tooth for Christmas magic? Then SM City Masinag might be your family’s holiday stop this year.
Macy’s Holiday Candyland brings a colorful candy-inspired wonderland to life with pastel Christmas trees, playful ornaments, and giant lollipops.
Led by Macy, this cheerful holiday destination is practically made for family photos, fun memories, and plenty of festive moments with the kids.
Whether you’re stopping by after shopping or planning a Christmas-themed family gala, there’s plenty to see and snap here.
⛺ SM City San Mateo: Camp Out for Christmas with Matt
For families who love a little adventure, SM City San Mateo is bringing the outdoors into the holiday season with Matt’s Christmas Camp.
The festive setting features a Christmas tree, cozy campfire, and cheerful companions, with Matt leading everyone into a fun-filled holiday adventure.
It’s a playful take on Christmas that gives families another reason to spend time together and enjoy the season beyond the usual shopping trip.
🎅 Santa Is Coming to SM!
Of course, what’s Christmas without Santa? 🎅❤️
Santa Claus will be making special appearances at the three malls on select dates, giving kids and families the chance to meet him, take photos, and create another memorable Christmas moment together.
So if your little ones have been waiting for that magical Santa encounter, keep an eye out for the mall schedules and get those cameras ready!
💕 Meet the New Besties of Joy
Christmas is also about giving, and SM is bringing back its Besties of Joy initiative to spread happiness to children in need.
This year, meet the newest adorable Besties of Joy collectibles:
✨ Maki
✨ Matty
✨ Sera
✨ Sasha
The Besties of Joy are part of SM’s efforts to share the spirit of giving and bring more joy to children this Christmas.
🎄 Make Family Time Extra Magical This Christmas
From taking photos among glowing Christmas displays to meeting Santa and discovering new holiday characters, SM City Marikina, SM City Masinag, and SM City San Mateo are giving families more reasons to make time for one another this season.
And sometimes, the best Christmas memories aren’t about the biggest gifts. They’re the simple moments, kids getting excited over the decorations, family photos that become keepsakes, a spontaneous gala after dinner, or everyone simply enjoying being together.
This October, gather your favorite people and get ready to Gala To The Max as SM brings its Super Magical Christmas to the East Metr.
Your next family Christmas memory might just be waiting at your most-loved SM mall.
