Quezon City joined the observance of Earth Hour on Saturday night, at Robinsons Magnolia's Central Garden.

Mayor Joy Belmonte led the symbolic switch-off of lights at the mall, from 8:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

In her speech, Belmonte urged residents to go beyond the one-hour observance and take consistent action for the environment.

"Ngayong gabi, sa sabay-sabay nating pag-switch off ng ilaw, nawa'y sabay-sabay din nating buksan ang ating puso at isipan. Let this moment be a powerful reminder that better and resilient future is within our reach if we choose to act now," she said.

"Let's make a commitment not just for tonight but for every single day. Gamitin natin ang Earth Hour bilang simula ng mas matatag, mas tuloy-tuloy at sama samang pagkilos para sa isang mas luntian at mas ligtas na kalikasan," she added.

The event also featured performances using lamps and LED lights, as well as a solidarity circle with Quezon City officials to demonstrate their support for climate action.

Participants expressed their enthusiasm for the cause. Damien Baladjay, one of the attendees, said, "Isa po itong way para mapakita natin kung paano nating i-preserve at makitulong para sa ating mother nature tska sa environment natin."

Paula Runio, who attended with her family, said, "Every year po talaga Earth Hour 'yung ginaganap po, talagang uma-attend kami. Kagaya po nito, meron tayong climate change, kumbaga pakikiisa na rin po 'yung pagpatay ng ilaw."

Aside from the switch-off, a donation booth was set up where people can drop off used clothes, shoes, and bags to help fund Quezon City’s tutoring program while also reducing textile waste.

There was the "Save the Planet, One Bottle at a Time," vending machine where people can exchange plastic bottles for rewards, encouraging recycling efforts.