Celebrate movement, wellness, and community as SM Supermalls marks the anniversary of its Active Hub—an initiative that continues to inspire Filipinos to live healthier and more active lifestyles. At SM City Bataan, the celebration will kick off with an exciting table tennis happening on April 12 at the Event Center, Level 1. Whether you’re a seasoned player or simply looking to try something new, this activity invites everyone to pick up a paddle and join in the fun.
The SM Active Hub has become a go-to space for fitness enthusiasts and families alike, offering accessible and engaging activities that promote both physical health and social connection. Expect an energetic atmosphere filled with friendly matches, shared laughter, and a strong sense of community spirit. It’s more than just a game—it’s a celebration of staying active, making connections, and enjoying meaningful moments with others. Secure your slot with ease by signing up via the SM Malls Online app. Save the date and get moving! Join the excitement at SM City Bataan on April 12, the home of everyday movement, and enjoy a lively and rewarding table tennis experience.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
SM Supermalls powers convenient EV travel this Holy Week Plug in to Over 160 EV charging stations across SM Malls nationwide
As the Holy Week travel season arrives, and fuel prices continue to rise, electric vehicle (EV) drivers across the country can count on their most-loved SM Supermalls as a convenient recharging stop along their journey. SM Cares, the corporate social responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, announced that with over 160 EV charging stations available across multiple SM locations nationwide, motorists can recharge their vehicles while maxing out their malling by enjoying the wide range of shopping, dining, and leisure experiences that SM malls offer.
The growing presence of EV charging infrastructure in SM Supermalls reflects the company’s continuing efforts to support more sustainable mobility options for Filipino motorists. With fluctuating fuel prices, electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly practical alternative for many drivers looking for more efficient and environmentally conscious transportation.
For EV users, the convenience goes beyond simply plugging in. At SM malls, drivers can make the most of their charging time, while having some free time for themselves—whether by enjoying a meal with family, shopping for essentials, or simply taking a break during a long trip.
As part of the larger SM Green Movement, and by making EV charging accessible in familiar community spaces, SM Supermalls helps make sustainable travel more practical, empowering, and accessible for everyday journeys and holiday road trips alike.
This Holy Week, motorists planning their travels can include SM malls along their route—making it easy to charge up while maxing out the SM malling experience.
For EV drivers on the road this season, the message is simple: plan your mall visit, charge up on the go, and choose SM for a greener, more sustainable trip. Visit https://gosm.link/SMMallsEVChargingFAQs to find the closest SM EV charging station near you!
About SM Supermalls SM Supermalls is evolving—shaping how people live, connect, and experience life today. More than a place to shop, it is the country’s most loved mall and an everyday destination designed around the lifestyles, passions, and needs of Filipino communities, delivering new finds, fresh concepts, and meaningful experiences, All For You.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
On this day, we remember how Judas Iscariot made a choice that led to betrayal. He approached the chief priests and agreed to betray Jesus for thirty pieces of silver. From that moment, his heart was set on finding an opportunity to act on that choice. Holy Wednesday reminds us to examine our own hearts. Are there areas where temptation or selfish desires might lead us away from love, integrity, and faithfulness? Let this day be a call to reflect on our decisions, to seek God’s guidance, and to turn away from anything that might betray the trust of others or our relationship with Him. As we walk through this Holy Week, may we choose faithfulness over betrayal, love over selfishness, and courage over fear.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
Taos-puso po nating binabati ang labintatlong (13) kabataang Ayta Magbukun na nagsipagtapos mula sa Bahay Wika sa Barangay Bangkal sa Abucay kung saan patuloy na itinuturo at pinayayaman ang kanilang katutubong wika. Pagbati rin po sa anim (6) na nagtapos mula sa Master-Apprentice Language Learning Program na siyang inaasahang maghahanda at huhubog sa susunod pang mga mag-aaral ng kanilang wika at kultura. Makaaasa po ang ating mga katutubo at iba pang Indigenous Peoples sa Bataan na patuloy ang ating Pamahalaang Panlalawigan sa pagsusulong ng mga programa at proyektong magtataguyod sa pangkalahatang kapakanan, karapatan, kultura, at pagkakakilanlan ng bawat isa. source: https://www.facebook.com/joetgarcia
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
Join in on Central Luzon’s Filipino Food Month festivities
April is Filipino Food Month, and Central Luzon is cooking something up! Themed “Connected by Taste: The Filipino Food in the Flavors of ASEAN,” FFM 2026 celebrates local cuisine and its ability to intertwine cultures and stories across the region. Don’t miss out on the fun. Join in on Central Luzon’s Filipino Food Month festivities.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
Sa paggunita ng ika-84 na Araw ng Kagitingan, muling binubuhay ng Tatsulok at Bataan Tourism Office ang dalawang kwentong sumasalamin sa tapang at alaala ng Bataan. 🎭 Isang Umaga sa Plaza 🎭 Lipistik at Pulbura Dalawang dula. Dalawang mukha ng kabayanihan, mula sa tahimik na sakripisyo hanggang sa matapang na paninindigan. Muli nating balikan ang kasaysayan. Hindi lang bilang alaala, kundi bilang buhay na kwento.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
APCAS Tourism Students Complete FBSE Seminar with Hands-On MICE Training
The Provincial Tourism Office, in partnership with the Department of Tourism (DOT), concluded the Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Seminar for 71 tourism students from Asia Pacific College of Advanced Studies (APCAS) on March 26, 2026. Guided by FBSE Trainer and Resource Speaker Leslie Jorge-Acain, DBA, the students strengthened their service excellence skills while gaining hands-on experience in event management as part of their Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) course requirement, with the guidance and presence of Program Dean, Mr. Edgardo S. Vistan Jr., during the learning session. Strengthening the future tourism workforce through the collaborative efforts of local government units, national government agencies, and the academe is a vital step toward advancing the tourism industry in the province, and ultimately across Central Luzon. Maraming salamat po at Mabuhay!
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
Sa ating paggunita sa Araw ng Kagitingan, muli po nating binibigyang pugay ang katapangan at di matatawarang sakripisyo ng ating mga bayani ng Ikalawang Digmaang Pandaigdig. Kaugnay nito, magkakaroon po ng Kagitingan Trade Fair tampok ang iba’t ibang lokal na produkto at likhang-kamay ng ating mga kapwa Bataeno. Gaganapin ang trade fair sa Plaza Mayor de Ciudad de Balanga mula ika-6 hanggang ika-9 ng Abril. Suportahan po natin ang sariling atin at ipagdiwang ang galing ng Bataan.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
The Province of Bataan, through the Provincial Tourism Office, proudly received multiple recognitions at the Tourism Recognition for Enterprises and Stakeholders (TRES) Awards 2025, held on March 27, 2026, at the Premier Ballroom of Best Western Plus Metro Clark. The annual event celebrates the outstanding contributions of tourism stakeholders across Central Luzon.
This year, Bataan brought home several awards, highlighting its continued efforts in promoting the province and strengthening tourism programs. The province was named Grand Winner for Most Outstanding Destination Marketing Campaign for “Behold Bataan”, recognizing its innovative and impactful promotional initiatives. It was also honored as a Mabuhay Awards Filipino Brand of Service Excellence (FBSE) Advocate, affirming its commitment to delivering warm and quality Filipino hospitality. In addition, Bataan was awarded Second Runner-Up for Tourism Statistics Champion, reflecting its dedication to data-driven tourism development. The province also received the Mabuhay Award FBSE Recognition for passing a resolution in support of the Mabuhay Gesture, further promoting a culture of hospitality and respect within the tourism sector.
Meanwhile, one of Bataan’s premier resorts, La Jolla Luxury Beach Resort, was also recognized with the Mabuhay Award Excellence in Hospitality (Star Rating), showcasing its exceptional service and commitment to providing quality guest experiences. These recognitions serve as a testament to Bataan’s continuous efforts in elevating its tourism industry through innovation, collaboration, and genuine Filipino hospitality. Congratulations to all the awardees! Mabuhay ang turismo ng Bataan!
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
SM celebrates Women’s Month by moving conversation into meaningful action
In line with the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls” SM Supermalls celebrated Women’s Month 2026 through a series of collaborative initiatives that sought to elevate conversations on matters that affect women into meaningful actions.
Through its Corporate Social Responsibility arm, SM Cares, and in partnership with United Nations Philippines, the Philippine Commission on Women, the Quezon City Government, and various civil society and youth organizations, SM led a united effort to empower communities in the advancement of gender equality, maternal health, and social awareness.
SM malls served as the convergence point where Youth leaders, women’s advocates, government partners, and community organizations gathered to open dialogues that sought to break down barriers, challenge harmful norms, and create more opportunities all for women and girls everywhere.
“At SM, we continue to create the most-loved spaces where women are empowered to lead, grow, and thrive. Our commitment goes beyond opportunity—it is about building inclusive environments where every woman and girl feels supported, valued, and able to reach her full potential,” said Atty. Pearly Joan Jayagan Turley, Senior Assistant Vice President of SM Supermalls and Program Director for SM Cares for Women and Breastfeeding Mothers.
Purple illumination signals start of Women’s Month Kicking off women’s month, SM Cares launched an advocacy campaign on March 2, with the iconic SM Mall of Asia Globe illuminated in purple, the global color symbolizing dignity and justice for women. The lighting served as a powerful visual call to action that launched the month-long advocacy and reinforced public awareness of the International Women’s Day campaign.
Youth leadership at the center of International Women’s Day celebration The centerpiece of the month-long celebration was the International Women’s Day 2026 Youth Celebration, titled “Youth Rising: Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls,” held on March 10 at the SM North EDSA Skydome. The landmark gathering convened young leaders, advocates, and organizations to engage in discussions on gender equality, climate justice, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and gender-based violence prevention.
The event featured panel discussions, TED-style talks, and a Challenge and Solutions Lab, with 47 youth organizations and schools such as National University Fairview, Nazareth, and Ortigas; the National Youth Commission; Philippine Science High School Main Campus and Central Luzon Campus, as well as the University of the Philippines Los Baños—all collaborating to develop ideas for advancing equality and justice.
Supporting women’s health through “Gatas ng Buhay” As part of its Women’s Month activities, SM Cares also supported maternal and child health through the “Gatas ng Buhay” milk-letting activity held on March 20 at SM Fairview in partnership with the Quezon City Human Milk Bank and Quezon City General Hospital.
The program featured expert-led sessions on breastfeeding guidance, newborn care, maternal nutrition, and the importance of human milk banking, while also conducting a simultaneous milk-letting activity to support infants in need.
This year’s milk letting activity yielded more than 18,000 ml of breast milk that could feed around 75 babies in a day—23% higher than the previous year.
Be part of the movement for gender equality—join SM Cares in supporting programs that empower women and girls and help build more inclusive communities. Learn more at https://www.smsupermalls.com/smcares.
About SM Cares As the Corporate Social Responsibility arm of SM Supermalls, SM Cares is focused on enriching the lives of Filipinos through socially-conscious and environmentally-responsible programs meant to Empower Communities into long-lasting, impactful improvement.
SM City Bataan has recently added two exciting culinary destinations to its lineup. Dakasi, renowned for its delectable array of milk teas, and Hotstar, a celebrated name in the world of Taiwanese-style fried chicken. Dakasi and Hot star are located at the ground level. Customers can savor the creamy goodness of Dakasi’s signature Brown Sugar
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