Sta. Lucia Mall endures test of time

The wide array of merchandise satisfies people from all walks of life who shop at the Sta. Lucia Mall.

Living in the eastern corridor of Metro Manila will not be complete without the Sta. Lucia Mall.

Some consider Sta. Lucia Mall as their second home for a lot of reasons—primary of which is the fact that, being the first and biggest establishment in Rizal, Sta. Lucia has set the highest standards for commercial buildings.

From having over 500 tenants filling up the 2.5 million square feet of leasable space to hosting a myriad of activities, Sta. Lucia has cemented its reputation as a pioneer in the retail industry in the East.

The Sta. Lucia Mall, which consists of four buildings, is a place where a lot of firsts were introduced to the residents of Rizal and other nearby communities. The mall has also provided a reliable and unique tenant mix to cater to the shopping public.

“There’s something for everyone at the Sta. Lucia Mall. Compared to other malls, people find that Sta. Lucia Mall satisfied most of their needs,” explained Carla Abo, leasing manager of Sta. Lucia Mall.

According to Abo, they have everything under one roof. With six digital cinemas equipped with Dolby surround sound and 3D, it has been the “go-to” place for moviegoers.

Even the foodies have found a haven in Sta. Lucia Mall. With its widest selection of cuisines from all over the world, food trip has been synonymous to fun in the 10th largest mall in the country. Bowling aficionados have likewise made Sta. Lucia’s bowling alley their favorite game place. The 32 Brunswick bowling lanes constantly undergo upgrades to provide the best bowling experience.

And of course, the wide array of merchandise satisfies people from all walks of life who shop in Sta. Lucia Mall.

“Because of our sheer size, we have more to offer. We strive to compete by placing our best foot forward with every day of operation. We offer top-notch service and more choices ranging from the ‘pang-masa’ to luxurious selections,” Abo said.

Although competition may be stiff, Sta. Lucia Mall prides itself from being the most accessible mall in the East. Sitting at the corner of Felix Avenue and Marcos Highway, the strategic location of Sta. Lucia Mall has led to its increased foot traffic.

Apart from its festivities, Sta. Lucia Mall also plays host to a number of prestigious pageants on this side of Metro Rizal. Among them are Generation East, Little Stars, Gay Santacruzan/Flores de Mayo and Mr. and Ms. Sexy Body.

In 2014, Sta. Lucia Mall began celebrating Grandparents’ Day, honoring senior citizens from different municipalities of Rizal. Activities include a Holy Mass and renewal of marriage vows for selected lolos and lolas.

Free checkup and pampering services were also in store for the elderly. Since then, celebrating Grandparents’ Day has been an honored tradition for the elderly mall-goers.

The “selfie” generation has something to cheer for at the  Sta. Lucia Mall. The newest exhibit attraction dubbed, “ArtEast” features four interactive photo sites. Located at the second floor of the iL Centro Mall, the ArtEast encourages customers to appreciate art and culture.

The great switch to a healthy lifestyle has invaded Sta. Lucia as well. The Saturday Fresh Market at the Brick Road offers shoppers with a fresh selection of goods, poultry and organic products. Free Zumba sessions are also held during the Saturday Fresh Market.

Organic food lovers will be delighted to find their staples such as brown rice, muscovado, Batangas coffee, virgin coconut oil, medicinal concoctions from malunggay, turmeric and other home remedies. Also, these products are made available at the Sta. Lucia Supermarket in its new Organic Section.

For health buffs, the Centro Fitness in Sta. Lucia Mall has state-of-the-art gym equipment, with sauna and digital lockers.

World of Fun, the pioneer in the amusement center industry, played a special role in the lives of the kids living in Metro East.

Providing fun and adventure all throughout the years, it has shaped minds and instilled confidence in every child.

Now, it has continued to make memories with an immersive theatrical horror dubbed as Bahay Trese.

Set during the Japanese occupation in the Philippines, the storyline of  “Ang Pagdurusa ni Geronima” tells the story of a mentally-challenged lady who was the caretaker of house known for evil and horrors.

Bahay Trese, now on its third season, opens its doors from Oct. 13 to January 2018, Fridays to Sundays from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.