Kids will be in for a treat at Alabang Town Center’s Once Upon a Halloween event on October 30 and 31, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Activities include a shadow puppet show, photo sessions at a glow-in-the-dark photobooth, trick or treating, and story book sessions.

For inquiries and registration, visit the Alabang Town Center Concierge. Contact them at 842-2782.

Bring the kids to an upside-down Halloween party at the SM Megamall Event Center on October 30, with shows at 1, 3, and 5 p.m.

The event, aptly called Neewollah, features cartoon characters like Gum Ball, Chowder, Gen Rex, and Toonix. Get a ticket for every minimum single purchase receipt worth P500 at any participating Toy Kingdom outlet. Redeem your ticket/s at Toy Kingdom in SM Megamall until October 30, 11 a.m. Bring your proof of purchase.

To join the trick or treat, simply buy an eco bag worth P35.

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/smmegamall.

California Pizza Kitchen allows kids to be Halloween heroes at their Super CPKids to the Rescue party on October 28, 3 to 5 p.m.

Kids should come in their favorite superhero look to join the fun and games. Registration is free. You can look for the Manager on Duty or you can email marketing@globalresto.com the following details:

Participating branches are CPK Glorietta 3, CPK Greenbelt 5, CPK Rockwell, CPK Greenhills, CPK TriNoma, and CPK Alabang Town Center.

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/CPKPhilippines.

Discovery Suites at 25 ADB Avenue (near Ortiags Ave.), Ortigas Center, Pasig City holds Play Time, Scare Time on October 29 for a good, old-fashioned Halloween party.

Activities include a tour of their "Horror Hall," games, raffle draws, and more. Entrance to the children’s Halloween party is priced at P630 net per person.

For inquiries, contact the Manila Sales and Reservations office at 719-6931-32, 719-8888 or 914-9888. You may also email rsvn@discovery.com.ph.

It’s A Hallow Halloween at Fiesta San Miguel in Dusit Thani Manila, Makati City on October 30, 2:30 to 5 p.m.

Kids can check out the Haunted Forest, listen to scary stories, and go trick or treating. Those with the best costumes get a chance to win special prizes aside from the ones to be given away via raffle draws.

Entrance to the party is at P800 net per person inclusive of buffet snacks.

Tickets are now available at the Restaurant Reservations Desk at the hotel lobby. For inquiries, contact 238-8888.

Spend Halloween at Glorietta at Makati City for their Once Upon a Halloween treats for kids.

On October 31, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., kids can join the Tricky Treats Maze and the Trick or Treat activity at the Glorietta 5 Atrium. They can score more treats at Bobbing for Apples and Treats from October 29 to 31 at 2/F Glorietta 4 (in front of Italianni’s). Also, until October 31, kids can visit the Jack o Lantern Pumpkin Station at the ground floor fronting Octagon.

For inquiries, contact the Glorietta Concierge at 752-7272.

Manila Hotel’s Cafe Ilang-Ilang holds Halloween Boo-ffet and Trick or Treat for Kids on October 31, 6 to 10:30 p.m.

Kids will be given complimentary baskets and special giveaways as they go around the hotel. Rate is at P1,850++ per person.

For inquiries, contact 527-9469. Log on to www.manila-hotel.com.ph for updates.

Play the slots and table games at Resorts World Manila, Newport City, Pasay to redeem prizes on October 30 as part of their Hallowin Point Race.

Over 840 prizes worth P25 million are up for grabs. Register at the promotions desk to join the promo.

For inquiries, contact 836-6333. Log on to www.rwmanila.com for updates.

Join the Zombie Night Halloween party at The Exchange in Richmonde Hotel, Ortigas on October 28, 6 p.m.

Halloween Happy Hour is from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at P480 for bottomless beer, featured cocktail, iced tea and soda, plus bar chow buffet. The Big Bash Band performs at 8:30 p.m.

Guests in costumes may win hotel gift certificates.

For inquiries, contact 638-7777. Log on to www.facebook.com/pages/Richmonde-Hotel.

Head to participating Robinsons Malls on October 29 for No Tricks, All Treats! Witches, Vampires & Werewolves Halloween Celebration.

Activities include photo sessions; meet and greet with witches, vampires, and werewolves; games and a magic show; costume competition; and trick or treating.

Register from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Program starts at 2 p.m. The costume contest and trick or treating are open to kids aged 4 to 12 years old.

Lots of prizes are up for grabs. Participating Robinsons Malls in the metro include Metro East, Nova Market, and Forum.

For inquiries, contact 397-1888. Log on to robinsonsmalls.com for updates.

Eastwood City Walk 2 in Libis is home to the Zombadings Shokot House until October 31, 5 to 11 p.m.

Entrance fee to the Shokot House is P100.

For inquiries, contact the Megaworld Concierge at 709-0888 and (0917) 838-0111. Log on to www.facebook.com/eastwoodcity for updates.

Explore the Forbidden Forest at SM City Fairview’s Annex Atrium until October 31, during mall hours.

Activities include the Witches & Wizards Fair on October 28 and 30, 2 p.m.; Guardians of the Forbidden Forest: Meet and Greet on October 29 and 30, 2 to 6 p.m.; Halloween Trick or Treat on October 31, during mall hours; and Ha! Ha! Halloween Costume Contest & Parade on October 31, 2 p.m.

For inquiries, contact 936-8388 local 133. Log on to www.facebook.com/SMCityFairview.

Dress up the kids for Halloween and join the Spooky Circus at the Isla Ballroom of Edsa Shangri-La, Manila in Ortigas on October 31, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

P999 per person includes the Halloween Kiddie “Boo-fett”, Bloody Mocktail, game booths, arts and crafts activities, the Lights Out! Black Theater show, and a magical performance by Lou Hilario.

For inquiries, contact 633-8888 ext. 2895. Log on to www.facebook.com/edsashangrila for updates.

TriNoma Mall in Quezon City features a fantasy world for it’s Once Upon a Halloween celebration on October 31.

From 10 a.m. to 12 noon, kids in costume will get sweet treats as they go around the mall. They may also join the Mad Tea-Party! on on the same day from 2 to 6 p.m. at the TriNoma Activity Center, which features live storytelling, puppet shows, games, and performances. The Whimsyland Photo Booth is now open until the 31st from 1 to 3 p.m. and 5 to 8 p.m. at 4/F near NYFD.

For inquiries, call 901-3000. Log on to www.facebook.com/TriNoma.AyalaMalls for updates.

Nickelodeon holds its Halloween Planet Scream party on October 31, 4 to 9 p.m. at the SM Mall of Asia Open Grounds in Pasay City.

Get two free tickets with a minimum single-receipt purchase worth P1,000 of any toy or Halloween item at participating Toy Kingdom and Toy Kingdom Express branches (The Podium, Kids Universe in SM Mall of Asia, SM Makati, SM North EDSA, SM Southmall, and Virra Mall; and Toy Express in SM Department store in SM Mass of Asia, SM Southmall and SM Megamall).

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/NickPhilippines.

Have a Mystical Halloween Experience at the Manila Ocean Park in Luneta, Manila on October 29, 1 p.m.

Kids can join the costume contest and win prizes. Log on to to www.manilaoceanpark.com to download the registration form.

For inquiries, contact 567-2309 and 567-7777 local 118 or 119.

Marvel at the Halloween spectacle at Cirque Du Rockwell in Rockwell Tent, Makati City on October 30, 1 p.m.

Activities include games, trick or treating, shows featuring jugglers and stilt walkers, and more. Tickets are at P550 for one child with one adult guardian, and P100 additional per extra adult.

For inquiries, contact 898-1702. Log on to www.facebook.com/PowerPlantMall for updates.

On October 29 and 30, selected Toys R Us branches are offering Thrilling Pocket Events.

Also until October 31, the first 100 kids to visit participating Toys R Us branches get free loot bags with a minimum single-receipt purchase worth P300 inclusive of Toys R Us pumpkin pails or any Halloween item.

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/toysrus.ph.

Spend Halloween at Resorts World Manila in Newport City, Pasay and choose from their various Halloween events.

On October 31, 6 p.m., Emerald cardholders may join the Hallows Eve Affair: The Emerald Slot Party at Bar 360. Or you can watch the grand dance concert on October 30, 2 p.m. at The Plaza in Newport Mall. The event, dubbed the Grand Masquerade Ballet, is free for everyone.

For inquiries, contact 836-6333. For more information, log on to www.rwmanila.com.

Try your hand at Halloween shopping at the Spooktacular Halloween Bazaar on October 28 and 29, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 55 Events Place, Scout Rallos, Tomas Morato, Quezon City.

Aside from the booths featuring various products, the bazaar will showcase henna wax services, film screenings, raffle draws, face painting sessions, a black ball party, and more.

Tickets are at P100 each.

For inquiries, contact 709 5162. Log on to http://www.facebook.com/event for updates.

Don’t miss the Zombadings Halloween Party called Todas Las Bonggas on October 31, 10 p.m. at Gateway Cineplex 10, Cinema 5, Cubao, Quezon City.

For P200 experience the first-ever interactive and participative screening of Zombadings 1: Patayin sa Shokot si Remington. Enjoy the cocktails and get a chance to win prizes when you come in your best Halloween costume. 

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/remingtonthemovie.

Take the kids to Greenbelt 5, 3/F Kids Zone for Once Upon a Halloween on October 30, 1 p.m. onwards and choose from the different fun-filled events.

Activities include interactive storytelling, trick or treating, art workshops, face painting and photo sessions, and more.

For inquiries, contact the Greenbelt Concierge at 757-4853. Log on to www.facebook.com/Greenbelt.AyalaMalls for updates.

Celebrate Halloween at NACI Comfort Food and Dessert Bar, 2F Fox Square Building, Connecticut St., Greenhills, San Juan on October 30, 6 to 11 p.m.

There will be free tarot card and oracle readings and you can also consult spirit questors. Michael Duque’s book titled “Quest beyond existence” will also be available for P270.

For updates, log on to www.facebook.com/nacicomfortfood.

Have a treat-filled Halloween at Mercato Centrale in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig from October 28 (Friday night) to 30 (Sunday morning).

Events include Sine Indak (from October 28, 10 p.m. to October 29, 3 a.m.) featuring an outdoor screening of the horror flick Dalaw along with performances, fun games, exciting prizes, and celebrity guest appearances. Kids in costumes can also visit the different booths during the weekend and go trick or treating. The Halloween costume contest is happening the entire weekend so dress up for a chance to win prizes.

For more information, log on to www.mercatocentrale.ph or www.facebook.com/mercatocentrale.

Everyone is invited to Eat, Drink and Be Scary! at Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila this Halloween. Little gremlins and ghouls dining at Market Cafe, Li Li or The Fireplace on October 30 and 31 will be offered free admission to the special Halloween Kiddie Playroom. Activities include trick or treating, arts and crafts, face painting, pumpkin cupcake decorating, and more.

Walk-in guests interested in gaining access to the playroom are requested to pay P300 net per person. The Halloween Kiddie Playroom is open for children of all ages on October 30 from 12 noon to 3 p.m. and 6 to 9 p.m. On October 31, the Playroom will be available from 6 to 9 p.m. only

From October 28 to November 2, Hyatt Hotel and Casino Manila offers local residents a Booti-ful Stay Experience with a special long-weekend Halloween room package with rates starting at PHP 5,668++ per night.

To make a room booking, call room reservations at 245-1237 ext. 7512 / 7513 or email reservations.mn@hyatt.com.

For more information on the restaurants and the Halloween Kiddie Playroom, call the Food and Reservations Centre on 247-8666 or 245-1234 ext. 7291. Alternatively, email cath.mn@hyatt.com.