GH Mall unveiled a stunning all-red Christmas tree made with oversized baubles at the East Atrium last November 6, the Christmas tree signals a vibrant and exciting start to the holiday season, also serving as a bright beacon of hope, love, and prosperity for GH Mall shoppers.

This was the first Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony hosted in the new GH Mall, and it was attended by hundreds of visitors and store owners who witnessed the reveal of the luxurious display. The atrium transformed into a winter wonderland with a fabulous snow show and light show. The award-winning Manila Symphony Junior Orchestra and Los Cantates de Manila provided the angelic hymns to put shoppers in a cheerful mood while experiencing the Larger Than Life celebration.
 

Christmas Unwrapped: A Larger than Life celebration at GH Mall. (L-R) Jenna Belardo, VP and Head of Ortigas Land Residential Business Unit; Trina Chan, VP of Ortigas Land; Javi Hernandez, Head of Ortigas Land Office Business Unit; James Candelaria, AVP and Head of GH Mall Operations; Hon. Angelo Agcaoili, San Juan City Vice Mayor; Hon. Atty. Bel Zamora, San Juan City Congresswoman; First Lady Keri Zamora; Hon. Francis Zamora, San Juan City Mayor; Junie Jalandoni, President and CEO of Ortigas Land; Davee Zuniga, Chief Finance Officer of Ortigas Land; Atty. Michael David Abundo III, VP and Head of Ortigas Land Corporate Services; Alex Ortigas; Maite Ortigas.

The ceremony was led by Ortigas Land President and CEO Junie Jalandoni, the Ortigas Family, San Juan City Mayor Francis Zamora with First Lady Keri Zamora, Vice Mayor Rafael Agcaoili, and other members of the San Juan local government. They all expressed their excitement for visitors to spend their holidays in GH mall, which has world-class retail, culinary, entertainment, and wellness offerings.

“The Christmas Tree Lighting is just a taste of what visitors can expect this season at GH Mall,” said Mr. Junie Jalandoni, President and CEO of Ortigas Land. “We want GH Mall to be a wonderful spot for family and friends to spend their Larger Than Life holidays together, through gift-shopping, exploring different cuisines, watching movies, and other fun activities for the whole family. The Greenhills community and visitors from various cities can expect more events leading to Christmas, as we bring a supersized holiday cheer to everyone.”

6 November 2024. Christmas Unwrapped: A Larger than Life celebration at GH Mall. Members of Ortigas Land, Ortigas Family, and the San Juan LGU distributed gift packs to the children of White Cross Orphanage.

Ortigas Malls extended the celebration to the kids of White Cross Orphanage. They happily received the gift packs while enjoying the festivities at GH Mall. The holiday show and vibrant decorations brought smiles and laughter to the kids -- an experience they'll remember for a lifetime.

Every year, Ortigas Malls offers an exciting holiday experience to shoppers looking for the best gifts and restaurants for gatherings in all of its locations. GH Mall is the ultimate shopping destination that combines lifestyle and wellness amenities and world-class dining experiences in the heart of Metro Manila.

Christmas Unwrapped: A Larger than Life celebration at GH Mall. (L-R) James Candelaria, AVP Head of GH Mall Operations, Cathy Dueñas, AVP Head of Leasing, Junie Jalandoni, Ortigas Land President and CEO, Hon. Angelo Agcaoili, San Juan City Vice Mayor, Hon. Atty. Bel Zamora, San Juan City Congresswoman, Hon. Francis Zamora, San Juan City Mayor, Ms. Maite Ortigas, Ms. Alex Ortigas, First Lady Keri Zamora, and Monique Castañeda, AVP Head of Marketing Ortigas Malls.

With Christmas fast approaching, GH Mall’s stunning Christmas tree welcomes all shoppers to show their love and experience Larger Than Life moments with their family and friends this holiday season. Watch out for other exciting events at GH Mall, such as the annual Night Market (November 8 to December 30), Parol Making (November 9), Santa’s Little Workshop Gingerbread Making (November 11), Christmas Caroling (every Thursday of November), and Paws & Claus Holiday Photo Booth (until December 31). For more updates and information on upcoming events, like Greenhills Mall on Facebook, and follow @greenhillsph on Instagram. Don’t forget to capture precious moments and use the hashtag #GHChristmas.

Though Filipinos starts the Christmas Season on the "Ber" month, the Christmas Tree Lighting still, happens after the commemoration of the Saints and Souls. I remember that most of the establishments does their ceremony 2nd week or mid of November. Just like the one I just recently witnessed, the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony in the City of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan.

Just like in most traditions or even in the family, the preparation and lighting of the Christmas Tree is commonly initiated by the head of the family. It's small family tradition that later on was carried also in different establishments just to bring everyone in a vibe that it is holiday season already.



In the Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony that I attended, it was the father of the city, Mayor Arthur Robes together with his wife Congresswoman Florida Robes led the event which was unveil with a bang. Literally with a bang as it is decorated with sparkling fireworks at the background. This Tree Lighting event was initiated by Mayor Robes four years ago with the aim of giving happiness to every San Josenos and to liven the city with good vibes. Mayor Robes hopes that this be an annual event expected by every San Josenos.


The night were also graced by different choirs from different organizations in San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan. One of the anticipated group to sing is the Tanglawan Singing Ambassadors.

Of course the Lighting of the Christmas Tree is led by the power tandem of Mayor Arthur Robes and Congresswoman Florida Robes that comes with wonderful fireworks at the background.Not only the eyes where brought to a wonderful and colorful view but the ears as well as each choir organization in the city gave their performances to entertain the people of San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan,  The much awaited group was the Tanglawan Singing Ambassadors. It was indeed a colorful night as everyone where gracious enough to bring a good smile and a positive vibe.


They even dubbed the ceremony with "A Bully Free Christmas".

To all San Josenos Merry Christmas!!!!