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New Straits Times
6 days ago
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- New Straits Times
SD Property's Elmina Lakeside Mall kicks off 1st anniversary with 'circus gala night'
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.
The Star
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Fun vibes, circus in Elmina to mark township anniversary
Hot air balloon rides, fun lake activities and circus performances await visitors in City of Elmina month-long anniversary celebrations. Celebrations begin today for a Shah Alam township in conjunction with its first anniversary. The month-long festivities will see arts, culture and community-led activities held at Elmina Lakeside Mall until Sept 1. The community hub for some 870,000 City of Elmina residents is the second wholly-owned mall by township developer Sime Darby Property Bhd. Leading the activities will be the world-famous Swiss Dream Circus that will feature an all-new cast and production. Audiences will be treated to 'Passion – The Greatest Show in Town', a showcase of up to 10 breathtaking acts by acrobats, aerialists and other performers. Among these will be Cirque du Soleil star clown Misha and a 14-member troupe delivering a total of 27 shows until Aug 24. Circus tickets start at RM49 and can be booked via There are also rewards for visitors through a gift with purchase promotion until Aug 10. Other anniversary activities include a life-sized Monopoly Run tomorrow. Themed around the iconic board game, the event will offer three race categories – 10km run for ages 16 upwards, 5km fun run (ages 13 above) and 2km dash for children aged 12 and below. For fans of the arts, Sime Darby Foundation Art Festival will make its final stop at the mall on Aug 9. This free, community-focused event marks the 10th anniversary of the festival, with interactive workshops, live performances, and art installations. The township celebrations will close with a Merdeka Eve spectacular on Aug 30, featuring an open-air Selangor Symphony Orchestra (SSO) performance paired with a dazzling drone and fireworks display. Visitors can also enjoy hot air balloon rides, flying fox challenges, and lake activities such as swift boats.
The Star
31-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Star
Sime Darby Property's Elmina Lakeside Mall marks first anniversary with month-long celebration
Elmina Lakeside Mall marks its first anniversary with a month-long celebration featuring an eclectic mix of arts, culture and community-driven activities from Aug 1 to Sept 1, 2025. KUALA LUMPUR: Sime Darby Property Bhd 's (SDP) Elmina Lakeside Mall will mark its first anniversary with a month-long celebration from Aug 1 to Sept 1, 2025. The event features arts, cultural, and community activities, headlined by the Swiss Dream Circus. In a statement, it said the Swiss Dream Circus returns with a new cast and production, delivering 27 shows from Aug 1 to 24, 2025. Titled Passion – The Greatest Show in Town, it features up to 10 acts, including Cirque du Soleil's Misha and a 14-member troupe. In addition to the circus, Elmina Lakeside Mall will host a life-sized Monopoly Run on Aug 2 with three race categories: 10km (ages 16+), 5km (13+), and 2km kids dash (12 and below). The final leg of the Yayasan Sime Darby Art Festival will be held at the mall on Aug 9, featuring free workshops, performances, and art installations to celebrate its 10th anniversary. The celebrations end on Aug 30 with a Merdeka Eve event featuring an open-air concert by the Selangor Symphony Orchestra, a drone and fireworks show, hot air balloon rides, flying fox, and lake activities. Opened a year ago, Elmina Lakeside Mall serves over 870,000 residents and spans 400,000 sq. ft. across 52 acres, blending lifestyle and nature in the City of Elmina. The mall is fully occupied and draws an average of 450,000 visitors monthly. For more information on the event, visit
