Singapore, 12 November 2015 – VivoCity, Singapore’s largest destination lifestyle mall revs up the yuletide exhilaration with a “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” interactive shopper event at the Central Court from 1 – 20 Dec, live Christmas carols by Celebrate Christmas in Singapore (CCIS), Santa Claus appearances, shopping promotions, as well as an astounding 107 ft musical Christmas tree located at the Sky Park!

With a plethora of Christmas highlights and multi-sensorial activities buzzing at VivoCity this holiday season, don’t miss this opportunity to experience a whole new level of festive cheer and celebration!

“STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS” ATRIUM EVENT
1 DEC TILL 20 DEC 2015, CENTRAL COURT

Together with Walt Disney and Lucasfilms, VivoCity brings the Star Wars universe to Singapore this December, alongside the highly-anticipated movie release of the latest addition to the film series – Star Wars: The Force Awakens!

A dream come true for Star Wars fans, the 370 sq metre exhibition is VivoCity’s Christmas highlight and a visual spectacle that will fascinate onlookers from afar. Step right up to a dramatic line up of ten life‑size Stormtroopers standing guard at the entrance and enter the intergalactic world of Star Wars filled with interactive activities, STAR WARS merchandise and a record-breaking Lego wall mural! For everyone who enjoys Star Wars, this sensational exhibit is not to be missed!

For more information, please refer to the STARS WARS: The Force Awakens atrium event summary.

107 ft MUSICAL CHRISTMAS TREE
FROM 13 NOV TILL 25 DECEMBER 2015, SKY PARK, LEVEL 3

Celebrate an unforgettable Christmas with your loved ones as you gaze upon VivoCity’s resplendent
107 ft Christmas tree at the Sky Park on Level 3. A truly enchanting musical tree, shoppers will be held spellbound by its pulsing light show choreographed
to a medley of thematic songs! Free for public viewing, the musical light show will happen nightly from 13 Nov 15 at 7.30pm, 8.30pm (except 24^th Dec) and 9.30pm.

Share this wonderful experience on your Facebook page if you enjoyed the performance and stand
to win $30 Candylicious vouchers*! Strike a quirky pose with the Christmas tree from now till
25 Nov 15, then upload your photo to VivoCity Singapore’s Facebook page to enter the contest.
The 8 most creative entries will win – remember to ‘like’ VivoCity Singapore’s page to qualify!

*Terms & conditions apply.

LIVE PERFORMANCES AND SANTA CLAUS APPEARANCES
5, 6, 12, 13, 19 & 20 DECEMBER 2015, 4PM & 7PM

ENLIVEN THE SPIRIT OF THE SEASON WITH LIVE PERFORMERS AND SANTA CLAUS!
How about basking in some musical accompaniment while you shop for your loved ones gifts? Drop by VivoCity on weekends from 5 Dec till 20 Dec, and you may be one of the lucky few to be serenaded by talented handbell performers from the award-winning Ministry of Bellz and carolers! For the young and young-at-heart, look out for Santa Claus and his santarinas who will appear and interact with shoppers! Sing along to your heart’s delight or take a selfie with Santa and his posse; your best Christmas memories await at VivoCity!

YULETIDE JOY WITH CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS IN SINGAPORE (CCIS)
After 11 years of spreading the festive cheer along Orchard Road annually, CCIS, a Christian community dedicated to bringing the message of peace and joy that Christmas truly represents, proudly makes their first appearance at VivoCity this year. With a repertoire of joyous carols and angelic choirs, CCIS will certainly tug at your heartstrings with their live performances under the stars!

MY CHRISTMAS WISH BOOTH
FROM 18 TILL 24 DECEMBER 2015, PLAZA 1, LEVEL 1

Tis’ the season of giving, as VivoCity partners with CCIS to encourage shoppers to share their love and joy with children from less well-to-do families by donating a gift at the “My Christmas Wish” pop-up booth. On 24 Dec 15, all donated gifts will be delivered by CCIS to the recipients personally.

From charitable acts to family bonding activities, participants can also look forward to a variety of wholesome games for the entire family, as well as a “Christmas Story” backdrop perfect for a family photo to commemorate this special experience!

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING PROMOTIONS: GIFT WITH PURCHASES
FROM 1 DEC TILL 31 DEC 2015, MALL WIDE

Limited Edition Star Wars Millennium Falcon Notebook
From 1 Dec till 31 Dec 2015, spend a minimum of $250 to redeem a limited edition Star Wars Millennium Falcon notebook!

• Limited to the first 100 shoppers per day.
• A maximum of 3 same-day combined receipts are accepted per entry, and must
  include at least one receipt from TANGS or VivoMart.
• Other terms and conditions apply.
• Limited to the first 300 shoppers on weekdays and 500 shoppers on weekends.
• A maximum of 3 same-day combined receipts are accepted per entry, and must
  include at least one receipt from TANGS or VivoMart.
• Other terms and conditions apply.

Free Christmas Gift Wrappers with Purchase

From 1 Dec till 24 Dec 2015, spend a minimum of $80 to redeem limited edition VivoCity Christmas gift wrappers!

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Office (+65) 6338 7763
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Janice Chew (Ms) (+65) 9685 7508 / janice@womcomm.com

VivoCity
Rebekah Woo (Ms) (+65) 6376 9179 / rebekah.woo@vivocity.com.sg

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About VivoCity
With over 1 million square feet of lettable floor space attracting a diverse mix of over 300 retailers, large event spaces, including an outdoor amphitheatre, a 20,000 sq feet open plaza and a 300 metre‑long waterfront Promenade, VivoCity is Singapore’s largest and most diverse retail and lifestyle destination designed by world-renowned architect Toyo Ito. VivoCity is a Mapletree Commercial Trust property.

About Mapletree Commercial Trust
MCT is a Singapore-focused REIT that invests on a long-term basis, directly or indirectly, in a diversified portfolio of income-producing real estate used primarily for office and/or retail purposes, whether wholly or partially, as well as real estate related assets. MCT’s portfolio comprises VivoCity, Bank of America Merrill Lynch HarbourFront, PSA Building and Mapletree Anson. These four assets have a total Net Lettable Area (“NLA”) of 2.1 million square feet and are valued at over S$4.0 billion in aggregate as at 31 March 2014.