As families prepare to visit their dearly departed this Undas, Eternal Gardens, one of the country’s premier memorial park developers, invites everyone to spend the long weekend in a space of remembrance, reflection, and family bonding. This year, Eternal Gardens is once again bringing back, refined and better, its well-loved family-friendly events across its parks, designed to make the observance of Undas both meaningful and heartwarming for visitors of all ages, including our beloved pets.
‘Undas has always been a time of reflection, but it’s also a time for families to come together,’ said Jose Antonio V. Rivera, Vice President for Sales and Marketing of Eternal Gardens. ‘At Eternal Gardens, we want our parks to be places where love and memories live on, where remembering our loved ones goes hand in hand with celebrating life and community.’
Recognizing pets as part of the family, Eternal Gardens will once again host the much-anticipated Eternal Paw Parade, where pets will walk the runway in Halloween-inspired costumes. The event will feature fun games and special treats, creating memories for both pets and their humans.
Children will also have something to look forward to at the Kids’ Halloween Party, which takes on a festive carnival theme this year. Kids will enjoy a lively program featuring a magic show, games, face painting, a photo booth, and loot bags filled with surprises. A special award will also be given to the best-dressed participant.
Adding a deeper sense of meaning to the observance, Eternal Gardens invites visitors to take part in Share the Light, Share the Love, an initiative that encourages families to remember with love and give with purpose. By purchasing a candle, guests not only honor the memory of their departed loved ones but also help fund the community projects of the company’s partner local parishes.
For those who enjoy a bit of adventure, Eternal Gardens will also hold the Find the Golden Box activity. A golden box will be placed somewhere within the park grounds, with hints shared through the official Eternal Gardens Facebook page. The first three visitors to locate the box will win special gifts from the company, adding a touch of excitement to the day’s activities.
True to its tradition of honoring the faithful departed, Eternal Gardens will also hold its annual All Saints’ Day Mass in all its parks nationwide. Families are encouraged to join this solemn celebration of faith and thanksgiving, as prayers are offered for the eternal repose of the souls of their loved ones.
Eternal Gardens will also observe Reflection Time, a period of quiet hours dedicated to prayer and remembrance. During this time, no loud music will be played and no events will take place, only silence, gentle footsteps, and the soft murmur of prayers. ‘These quiet hours are meant to give our visitors time to pause and truly reflect,’ Rivera added. ‘We want to provide a balance, moments of joy and togetherness, and moments of peace and remembrance.’
Outside these moments of stillness, families can enjoy the lineup of activities prepared by Eternal Gardens as a way to strengthen the bond among loved ones while keeping the memories of those who have gone before us alive. ‘Undas at Eternal Gardens is not just about looking back,’ Rivera concluded. ‘It’s about celebrating the love that remains and cherishing the moments we continue to share, because love, after all, is eternal.’
For event schedules and park-specific details, follow the Eternal Gardens Official Facebook Page for updates.
Eternal Gardens is part of the ALC Group of Companies, founded by the late Amb. Antonio L. Cabangon Chua and is currently chaired by D. Edgard A. Cabangon.