Christmas may still be subdued this year, but there are still plenty of Christmas events (some virtual) to get you into the festive mood and keep hope alive! From admiring the annual light-up at Orchard Road to doing last-minute Christmas shopping, here are some ways to have a fun Christmas in Singapore.
Orchard Road Light-up
This annual Christmas light-up is one of the longest, grandest festive lighting displays in Singapore, so be sure to set aside some time to admire it. It does seem a little monotone this year, but still impressive.
This year, you can enjoy the display in person or virtually! From November 1 until 2 January 2022, feast your eyes on a 3.1-kilometre stretch of lights and decorations from Tanglin Mall all the way to Plaza Singapura. The highlight is a shimmering arch adorned with huge red, white and gold poinsettias with a Christmas tree decor at the Orchard Road and Scotts Road junction. The virtual 360-degree tour can be accessed both in Singapore and internationally.
Gardens by the Bay
The popular Christmas Wonderland is back again with its beautiful light displays, and festive attractions and games. You can take a photo with Santa Claus and even enjoy this festive season with the view of the many Supertree lights dancing to songs of the season in the fantastic Garden Rhapsody light & sound show. Want to get presents for your loved ones? Head on over to the Mistletoe Alley Market.
Admission tickets for 60-minute sessions available now from 3 December to 2 January 2022
S.E.A. Aquarium
Over at the S.E.A. Aquarium, enjoy new content and immersive experiences during THE FIN-TASTIC FRIENDS’ JOLLY ADVENTURE. Happening until 2 January 2022, the event will see the aquarium featuring a unique interactive musical walkway. Capture memorable moments at the photo zones, enjoy an interactive game, and immerse yourself in the beauty of the sea with the tour of the home of 100,000 sea animals.
Universal Studios Singapore Christmas Events
A Universal Christmas returns to Universal Studios Singapore from now until 2 January 2022! Families can look forward to photo opportunities, character meet-and-greets and yummy Christmas treats.
Meet Otto from Illuminations’ Minions 2, your favourite characters, Guy, Diamond, Poppy, and Branch from Trolls, or even your friends from Sesame Street. Kids will also have a blast with the Festive Market, rides, and the various F&B food carts.
Selected F&B outlets in Universal Studios Singapore are also offering Christmas-themed set meals. Click here to find out more.
SSO Christmas Concert
Join the Singapore Symphony Orchestra for their annual year-end concert on 16 and 17 December (7.30pm). Conducted by Joshua Tan, the performance will include new songs for the festive season and for the new year. Get your tickets now.
Raffles City
Enjoy this festive season with the 5.6-metre tall BE@RBRICK displays at Raffles City. From now till 26 December, Shoppers who spend $300 in a single receipt can redeem a new limited edition of BE@RBRICK CANDY CANE, by ActionCity in partnership with Mediacom Toy.
Click here to find more Christmas deals.
Marina Bay Sands
From a festive staycation, to a wide range of sensational dining options, Marina Bay Sands has many delightful holiday treats to offer. From now till 30 December, you can stand a chance to win up to $1,000,000 by participating in this year’s Bingo Draws 2021. Check out more Christmas treats here.
Design Orchard
From now till 6 January 2022, will have themed decorations for the festive season inspired by a popular Cartoon Network show, We Bare Bears. Limited edition collections of designs will also be available for sale during this period. There’ll also be Christmas pop-ups, launches and fun holiday workshops to take part in. Find out more on Design Orchard’s Facebook.
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