The holidays are just around the corner and the only thing better than the breeze getting colder, nights getting longer and carols filling the air, is the fact that it’s now the time for some shopping! With bazaars in various parts of the Metro that offer almost always similar items, it may be hard to find something unique for loved ones. But don’t fret! There’s a better way to get a head start at crossing out items on your Christmas gift list without having to go from one place to another to find that one-of-a-kind present for your loved ones.
If you happen to live in the city, you’ll be a stone’s throw away to the much-awaited ultimate holiday shopping and entertainment experience! Introducing Pop Up Town—the biggest and hippest Christmas bazaar happening at two of Ayala Land’s sustainable estates: Circuit Makati and Arca South.
These are set on November 17 to 19 at Circuit Makati, and December 2 to 3 at Arca South in Taguig. The bazaar is on its fourth year at Circuit Makati and promises to jumpstart the holiday shopping mood through Pop up Town.
The event will feature over 200 curated shops, dining options and a ton of activities for the whole family.
What’s in store at Pop Up Town?
With a variety of shopping options to choose from—everything from quirky novelty gifts, to hard-to-find local products, 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 well curated goods and pre-loved items from Karl Edwards, Passion Fly, UP JMA, Mommy Mundo, and big discounts by Folded and Hung.


Unique brands and pre-loved items from our favorite stars will also be featured under the Star Avenue section such as Janice De Belen, Kaila Estrada, Inah de Belen, Ara Mina, Danita Paner, Maricar Reyes Poon, 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 scrumptious dishes will give everyone a taste of the season with Pop Up Market with Mercato.


Appreciate and 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.



There’s definitely something for all at the Pop Up Town.
Pop up Town offers a comprehensive collection of merchants that highlight the rich heritage of flavor and culture in the country with their 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 pre-loved fashion items.
Ayala Land’s estates, being a one-stop destination for leisure and entertainment, will be the perfect venue to spend the long weekend and holidays. Complementing all the shopping choices are activities like outdoor movie screenings, art workshops, battle of the bands and live acoustic performances. Kids and the kids at heart will even be able to enjoy an inflatable obstacle course dubbed as Wacky Obstacle Run.
The Yuletide season is the most wonderful time of the year, especially in the city that makes it happen, bringing together family, friends and colleagues. And since the success of the previous Circuit Makati Christmas Bazaars in the past years, Ayala Land ups the ante by bringing it to another Ayala Land estate, giving more people the chance to create new memorable holiday traditions.
At Pop Up Town, surprises await Mastercard holders as they have the chance to win prizes during the bazaar, and experience a variety of perks–from hassle free cashless shopping to free entrance to both bazaars at Circuit Makati and Arca South!
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, free parking and option to go cashless shopping via Mastercard.
This is truly the easiest way to create fun and exciting memories to remember this holiday season by. Drop by on November 17 to 19 and December 2 to 3, and get a head start on your shopping list!
Pop up Town is co-presented by Mastercard and Fox Life, in cooperation with Grab.