SM Supermalls Cebu Unveils 2026 Lifestyle Guide for Vibrant Cebuano Celebrations
The Queen City of the South, Cebu, is renowned for its energetic and passionate residents who embrace life with an irresistibly sweet disposition. This vibrant spirit shines brightest during New Year festivities and year-round celebrations, where Cebuanos showcase their love for loud, lively, and unapologetically fun gatherings. As 2026 officially begins, SM Seaside City Cebu and SM City Cebu are amplifying the party atmosphere with a curated lineup of must-try experiences designed for explosive feasts and wildly entertaining gatherings. Embrace that fiery Bisaya spirit and dare to live an elevated lifestyle with these Cebuano-inspired activities.
Must Do #1: Elevate Your Style with Kikay-Cute Fashion Finds
Upgrading your wardrobe for the new year becomes an exciting adventure with these fabulous stores offering trend-driven accessories and bags. Start 2026 feeling absolutely gwapa from January through December with these stylish options.
Bagel Girl
Step into the New Year with authentic Cebuano flair at Bagel Girl, located on the second Level of the Seaview Wing at SM Seaside City Cebu. Pile on the sparkle and play with shine using their exquisite jewelry and hair accessories, perfect for celebrating loud, proud, and in style. Whether attending street parties or family gatherings, these pieces help you carry that unmistakable Cebuano energy wherever the night takes you.
House of Little Bunny Pop-up Store
Begin 2026 the Cebuano way by looking effortless, put-together, and ready for anything at the House of Little Bunny Pop-up Store in SM City Cebu’s North Wing. Designed for celebrations and daily wear, these fashion items are crafted to carry you through the entire year with elegance and comfort.
Must Do #2: Ensure Stress-Free Haircuts for Kids at Cuts 4 Tots
Cebuanos appreciate starting things light, easy, and with plenty of smiles, which is exactly what your little ones experience at Cuts 4 Tots. Located on the 2nd Level, City Wing of SM Seaside City Cebu, this kid-friendly salon is the first of its kind in Visayas and Mindanao. It guarantees a stress-free haircut that keeps children comfortable, confident, and camera-ready throughout 2026.
Must Do #3: Enjoy Family Bonding at Fantasy World
After the perfect haircut, indulge in much-needed family bonding at Fantasy World, situated at the Lower Ground Level, Cube Wing of SM Seaside City Cebu. As the largest facility of its kind to open in VisMin, it features a wide array of attractions, including unique games and interactive activities like Simulated Golf and Double Fun Arcade, ensuring endless fun for all ages.
Must Do #4: Upgrade Every Feast with Mouthwatering Dining Options
Craving something beyond the classic Talisay lechon? Head to these awesome restaurants to shake up your meals. Serving some of the most delectable dishes in Cebu, you and your family will be exclaiming kalami all the way home.
- Herbs & Cellar: Located in the North Wing of SM City Cebu, this restaurant offers a fusion-forward menu that cleverly twists comfort favorites like sisig and fish and chips, keeping meals exciting while resonating with local tastes.
- Samgyupsalamat: Say daghang salamat to satisfying, savory favorites at this spot in SM City Cebu’s North Wing. Featuring Korean-style grilling, Filipino flavors, and unlimited marinated meats and sides, it’s ideal for sharing, celebrating, and lingering longer.
- Tavolàta: In SM City Cebu’s North Wing, Tavolàta serves handmade pastas and hearth-baked pizzas, offering warm, inviting Italian fare that sets the perfect tone for a year meant to be enjoyed.
- Super Bowl of China: When celebrations slow down but appetites remain big, this restaurant in SM City Cebu’s North Wing provides comforting Chinese favorites paired with warm, personal service, resonating with Filipinos who love gathering with friends and family.
Must Do #5: End on a Sweet Note with Bisaya Brews and Bites
No Cebuano celebration is complete without premium brews and sugary delights. For a high-end coffee-and-confectionery experience as sweet as your palangga, visit these stellar cafés and pastry shops.
Good Habits Coffee
When celebrations wind down but the night continues, drop by Good Habits Coffee in the North Wing of SM City Cebu. With its cozy, homey space and freshly brewed coffee, it’s the perfect spot to stay up a little longer, whether catching up, working, or enjoying quiet moments before the year fully kicks in.
Beard Papa’s
After all the festivities, treat yourself to something sweet at Beard Papa’s in the North Wing of SM City Cebu. Indulge in their famous cream puffs filled with rich chocolate, ube, honey butter, and other seasonal flavors—light, indulgent, and tempting enough to make even puto and tikoy wait their turn.
Family, food, and fun are what Cebuanos do best, especially during the advent of a new year. Throttle into SM Supermalls fully and elevate your lifestyle with this carefully curated lineup of explosive finds, leading you into a whole new era in 2026. Let the craziness, color, and chaos of Cebu dazzle and wow the start of the year, and keep the party going right till the very end. Malipayong Bag-ong Tuig!
