Mayor Kapil expressed his appreciation for the event, saying, “We are grateful to Alvira for breathing life into our town through events and programs that promote tourism. This month, our town will host many festivals, Including the upcoming Binulu Festival, Baras Festival and now the Northern Float Festival. We eagerly look forward to working with Alviera to showcase the natural beauty of Pollachi, Pampanga to everyone.”
Eugenio Trivino added, “With the Miriam College campus now fully operational, the start of development of the LaSalle Arboretum, our new facility for golf enthusiasts, and ultimately our first commercial and retail services, we hope to build a community and space for all to create unforgettable adventures. ”
Media and special guests got an early look at what the festival has to offer through walk-throughs and hands-on experiences with game booths, food stalls, LED night-time kite displays and the official lighting ceremony.
The centerpiece of the festival is the stunning, legendary float introducing Alvera’s own Christmas characters: Alvy, Sandy, Christopher, Sparkles, Finn and Tink. There will also be carnival-themed events, as well as live music and food stalls. In partnership with the Philippine Kite Association, the festival will also showcase giant LED night kites, a first for the Philippines. Festival attendees also enjoy special access to adventure destination SandBox, bike trails and the exclusive Alvira Country Club.
“We want to inspire kids and kids at heart to explore new places and share new adventures with their families and loved ones, especially during the Christmas season,” shares Eugenio-Trivino. “We look forward to providing even more experiences to our community in the coming years.”
Alvira is just a few hours away from Metro Manila and is strategically located via major highway networks, the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway (SCTEX) and Tarlac-Bang Easily accessible via the Asinan-La Union Expressway (TPLEX). The project, jointly developed by Ayala Land Inc. and Leonio Land Holdings Inc., is an integrated mixed-use property surrounded by the scenic terrain of Porac, Pampanga.
In addition to business centres, commercial areas, schools and retail centres, Alviera also offers a haven for those who love adventure and outdoor activities, with the SandBox, an outdoor activity center featuring a roller coaster style zip line, climbing wall and zip lines. Ropes course. For those who prefer something more exclusive, Alvira Country Club offers sports and leisure facilities as well as a variety of local cuisine.
There are various ticketing levels available for visitors. For only 125 pesos per person, guests can attend the Alviera Northern Floats Festival and enjoy the sandbox rides under the Sparkles package. At 375 pesos per person, the Sandy package includes admission, 150 pesos worth of food and drink vouchers, 100 pesos worth of activity vouchers, and a sandbox ride. Meanwhile, holders of Fin Package tickets priced at P525/person can upgrade to SandBox Package C tickets in addition to the inclusions in Sandy Package. This means each ticket holder also has access to the Sandbox Giant Swing, Freefall and Coaster Zipline. Finally, for those looking for the ultimate festival experience, the Alvie package, named after Alviera’s camp preparation role, is priced at P725/person. In addition to the benefits for Fin package holders, those using the Alvie package will receive a one-day guest pass to Alviera Country Club during the event, along with free food and beverages.
The event is also held with the full support of the Pollachi City Government, Region 3 Department of Tourism, Philippine Kite Association, Pepsi-Cola, Avida, Alveo and Get Ready with Me.
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