BUKIT JALIL, 27 MARCH 2023 – Pavilion Bukit Jalil kicks off Raya festivities this season with an exciting ‘Meriah Raya’ celebration in partnership with Nickelodeon’s Garfield. From now until 25 April 2023, shoppers can celebrate with the world’s most beloved cat and pop-culture icon Garfield, who celebrates his 45th Anniversary this year, while exploring the grand Hari Raya décor paired with entertaining performances and activities, festive shopping and scrumptious dining at over 400 stores with family and friends as well as exclusive limited-edition festive redemptions.
Present to officiate the launch of the ‘Meriah Raya’ Celebration were Encik Shahrin Mokhtar, Director of Package Development Division, Tourism Malaysia; Datuk Lee Whay Hoong, Director of Regal Path Sdn. Bhd; Dato’ Joyce Yap, CEO of Retail, KLPSB; Ms. Kung Suan Ai, Director of Marketing, KLPSB; Mr. Dennis Tan, Vice President, Brand and Retail Marketing, Paramount Consumer Products Asia; along with tenants, shoppers and 120 kids from homes and orphanages surrounding the Bukit Jalil community including Surau Mustaqim PPR Pinggiran Bukit Jalil, Sri Rakyat Apartment Bukit Jalil and PPR Bukit Jalil.
‘Pavilion Bukit Jalil this year presents a ‘Meriah Raya’ celebration that represents the liveliness and true Malaysian spirit of communities coming together in celebrations. With over 400 vibrant retail mix, Pavilion Bukit Jalil has fast gained popularity as a position in the region as a shopping destination in terms of F&B, urban leisure, and retail. Together with our partners and tenants, we wish everyone ‘Happy Ramadan and Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri’, says Dato’ Joyce Yap, Chief Executive Officer of Retail for Kuala Lumpur Pavilion Sdn. Bhd., Retail Planner of Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
With Ramadan being a month of fasting and self-reflections. Pavilion Bukit Jalil highlighted the importance of giving back to the community with over 5,000 Milo packets donated to e-hailing and food delivery riders as well as orphanages and homes for senior citizens surrounding the Bukit Jalil community.
MERIAH BERSAMA GARFIELD
Shoppers can explore Pavilion Bukit Jalil’s Centre Court inspired by the lively Hari Raya atmosphere where they can snap pictures against the beautiful backdrops and meet Nickelodeon’s Garfield – one of the world’s most iconic cats in show business.
Says Dennis Tan, Vice President, Brand & Retail Marketing, Paramount Consumer Products Asia, “over the years, Garfield’s fanbase has continued to grow and grow. We are excited to kick off the very first of our 45th anniversary celebrations across South East Asia with this special event together with Pavilion Bukit Jalil! We hope that all these exciting activities will add to the Raya festivities and bring out the Garfield in everyone!”
Besides being able to take pictures with 3 adorable sculptures and 6 different life-sized Garfield character installations up to 8-ft tall, shoppers can also have a meet-and-greet session with Garfield at 2pm and 6pm every Saturday and Sunday from the 26th of March onwards with minimum RM100 spent mall-wide.
Shoppers will be able to browse through unique festive offerings at the Meriah Raya Marketplace at Centre Court, Level 2 featuring booths such as duluKINI, GIFTOLOGY, The Body Shop, Krispy Kreme, Diamond Dotz, Yuniku, DUBAI by Food Republic and more to complete their festive shopping.
For a limited time from now until 25 April 2023, shoppers will be able to spend and be rewarded with exclusive limited-edition gifts such as;
⦁ Garfield ‘Meriah Raya’ Green Packets – with a minimum spend of RM100 in a single receipt
⦁ Garfield ‘Meriah Raya’ Tote Bags – with a minimum spend of RM300 in a single receipt
⦁ RM50 Shopping Vouchers – with a minimum spend of RM500 in a single receipt
Additionally, redemption using receipts from selected home & living brands including LG Puricare, Hooga, Epitex, HOHM, duluKINI, Iconfraft, Nitori and More Design are entitled to an Extra Meriah Lucky Draw to win up to RM50 shopping vouchers.
MERIAH EVENTS
Throughout the campaign, shoppers will be treated to a fantastic line-up of events, while also being able to experience the creative mind of Tim Burton at ‘The World of Tim Burton Exhibition’, which makes its debut in Southeast Asia at Pavilion Bukit Jalil from 20 March – 31 July 2023. This extraordinary exhibition features some of the filmmaker’s finest works spanning five decades through 10 exciting thematic sections.
For sports lovers, the Athos Giant 3×3 Competition will also be taking place from 31 March – 2 April at the Piazza which will be launched by YB Tuan Adam Adli, Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports Malaysia. Shoppers can also visit the REX HOME EXPO from 22 – 24 April 2023 at PBJEC for home interior and exterior decorations, electrical appliances to soft furnishings.
MERIAH MAKAN-MAKAN
Shoppers looking to host their ‘buka puasa’ or Raya gatherings have plenty of muslim-friendly options to choose from. With over 150 F&B options available spanning 1.8 million square feet, shoppers need not worry about seating capacity for large groups.
Those looking for the perfect appetisers for ‘buka puasa’ can check out Mahnaz Food, D’Laksa or even The Food Republic for small bites to satiate those hunger pangs. Hosts looking for venues for a big group of friends and family can visit eateries such as Sukiya, Gramdmama’s, Seniman, and Mee Hiris China Muslim that can accommodate everyone. For the dessert lover, Rollney’s, Inside Scoop, Perfect Ice, and Yam Fresh are sure to hit that sweet spot.
MERIAH SHOPPING
Those looking for the best deals to spruce up their home this festive period – head over to the King Koil Roadshow to check out luxury bed frames, premium mattresses, and bedding accessories from 24 March – 2 April. The Harvey Norman Roadshow from 2 March – 9 May will also be a chance for shoppers to get the best prices for a large selection of electronic and electrical appliances as well as indoor and outdoor home furnishings.
For the fashion enthusiasts looking for gorgeous pieces to wear this Raya, duluKINI, Kashkha, and dUCK are the perfect places to pick out your Raya outfits. Don’t forget to accessorise with elegant and gorgeous pieces from Habib, Swarovski, SK Jewellery or delightful fragrance and beauty needs from Arabian OUD and Alha Alfa. Complete your look with a radiant glow when you visit one of the many beauty salons in Pavilion Bukit Jalil such as Sothys, Skinz Sanctuary, Hair Tric and Lashility, A-Look and more.
For more information on Pavilion Bukit Jalil’s ‘Meriah Raya’ activities and promotions, visit www.pavilion-bukitjalil.com, or check for real-time updates via Facebook, Instagram, or contact Customer Service at +603-8092 8888.
