KUALA LUMPUR: Elmina Lakeside Mall recently celebrated its first anniversary with a packed programme that included the return of the Swiss Dream Circus and a range of family-friendly activities.
The mall, developed and owned by Sime Darby Property Bhd, hosted a by-invitation Gala Night on Aug 1 featuring the acclaimed Swiss Dream Circus.
The show marked the start of the troupe’s month-long run at the venue, with 27 public performances scheduled from Aug 2-24.
Led by Misha, a clown formerly with Cirque du Soleil, the international 14-member troupe delivered a two-and-a-half-hour performance filled with aerial acts, juggling, roller-skating stunts and live music.
Guests of the gala night included Tengku Permaisuri Selangor, Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin.
As part of its community outreach, SD Property invited 125 children and caretakers from several welfare homes to attend the show.
Beneficiaries came from groups including Great Heart Charity Association, Pertubuhan Kebajikan Dan Perlindungan Al-Haq Malaysia, Pusat Jagaan Rahoma Subang Jaya and Rumah Kanak-Kanak Triniti.
The circus shows are part of a broader anniversary celebration that will continue until Sept 14.
Events include the Monopoly Run, the final leg of the Yayasan Sime Darby Arts Festival, a Merdeka Eve musical and fireworks display featuring the Selangor Symphony Orchestra, and hot air balloon rides.
Since opening in 2024, the 400,000 square foot Elmina Lakeside Mall has grown into a lifestyle and retail destination for the City of Elmina.
Located beside the 14.16-hectare Elmina Urban Park, the mall was designed to integrate with its lakeside surroundings, reflecting the developer’s focus on sustainability and biodiversity.
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