The City of Firsts has fun surprises and delights for the man of the house this Dad’s Day

From June 13 to 18, Araneta City transforms into a neon arcade wonderland for Father’s Day. So bring dad, daddy, papatatayama, and other father figures in our lives to a nostalgic retro arcade day at the City of Firsts, and get ready for endless surprises and fun activities tailor-made especially for him!

Big bike lovers can feast their eyes on an impressive motorbike display at the Gateway Mall Activity Area from June 13 to 17. Motorcycle enthusiasts and dads alike will surely be thrilled to see these incredible machines up close. The exhibit promises to be a treat for all with its stunning collection of bikes.

Basketball fans may also score some Gilas Pilipinas apparel and other merchandise goodies at the cool Gateway Mall Activity Area booth on June 18. Your dad may even get a chance to be up close with former Gilas stars Jeff Chan and Gary David to make his day more memorable.

Meanwhile, the Ali Mall Activity Area and Farmers Plaza Activity Area will be transformed into gaming havens on June 18. Arcade and video game enthusiasts will have the time of their lives as they dive into a world of classic and modern games. From arcade classics to the latest console hits, there will be something for everyone in the family to enjoy. 

Over at Farmers Plaza, Quaderno Band will set a more engaging dad’s day mood on June 18. And as the day’s events unfold, dads may take a break at the new hip place at the mall’s Food Plaza — Beer Plaza, which features live band performances and a wide array of food and beverage options. From June 16 to 18, Beer Plaza will celebrate “Cheers to Dad” with good food and music dedicated to all fathers.

The fun and surprises even extend to the digital world! From June 13 to 18, shoppers and diners can take photos with the neon arcade decor at Gateway Mall, Ali Mall, and Farmers Plaza. Post the photos on Facebook or IG and use the hashtags #DadsDayAtAranetaCity and #CityofFirsts for a chance to win Novotel Manila Araneta City Food Exchange buffet gift certificates for two!

There’s also the “Surprise Your Dad” digital promo. Check the post on Araneta City Facebook page and comment why your dad deserves a treat. Lucky netizens will get a chance to treat the family to lunch or dinner for 4 worth P5,000 at Conti’s Restaurant at Gateway Mall!

“If not for the love of all hardworking fathers, we would not be where we are today. So we invite everyone to treat their dads to a special day of games, activities, and fun surprises here at the City of Firsts. We’re sure that dad and the entire family will have a blast this Father’s Day,” Marjorie Go, AVP for Marketing of Araneta City, said.


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