Noel Bazaar, one of the country’s longest-running holiday shopping havens, recently opened the second phase of its three-part series at the World Trade Center Metro Manila to offer a wide array of unique gift options.
Dubbed as the “Christmas Bazaar with the Heart,” it is supported by GMA Network and will feature a host of special events, such as Magical Performances by Enchanted Kingdom, Christmas Caroling by the Psalm of David, Sweet Serenades from Metro Buskers Club, Kids’ Fashion Show by Tiddletots, Calligraphy workshops by The Crafters Marketplace, performances by Raven and the Papis, bathbomb making workshop by Artisan Atelier, and the much-awaited GMA Celebrity Auction and Variety Show featuring Sparkle GMA Artist Center talents.
Running until Nov. 30, guests can hop to a free shuttle service and shop at Okada Manila’s Crystal Pavilion where the first phase of Noel Bazaar is ongoing until Dec. 17 and offers even more diverse choices.
With the Okada Home of Wonder and Christmas Village as centerpiece, the bazaar features Kapuso Tuesdays: GMA Celebrity Meet & Greet, Celebrity Ukay-Ukay, GMA Celebrity Auction and Variety Show featuring Sparkle GMA Artist Center Performers every weekend.
Other fringe activities include Kid’s Fashion Show by Tiddletots, Christmas Caroling by Arts of Music Band, Soap Workshops by Artisan Heritage Group of Companies, performances by Saranggola Productions, Metro Buskers Club, Songwriters Society Philippines, and Raven and the Papis.
Now on its 22nd year, it is offering a wide array of apparel, fashion accents, home furnishings, food, gift ideas, books, personal effects, novelty items, and fast-moving consumer goods.
Noel Bazaar has also teamed up with Maya Philippines, Smart, and PLDT for a convenient digital shopping experience and to help empower micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) for cashless convenience, particularly those who are not within the traditional banking system.
With the partnership, merchants can avail of the Maya Business’ 1-2-3 Grow Bundle where they can accept online or in-store payments, and help them increase income with Maya Business Deposit’s 2.5 percent annual interest. MSMEs can also access Maya Flexi Loan with zero collateral for financial flexibility to help them expand their customer base.
Portions of the proceeds of Noel Bazaar will benefit the charities supported by the Inquirer Foundation and GMA Network’s Kapuso Foundation, which has helped build 442 classrooms and eight bridges in needy communities for two decades.
The third and final leg will be from Dec. 8 to 10 at the Filinvest Tent Alabang in Muntinlupa City.
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