There’s no shortage of things to do on National Day, but if it’s the National Day Parade (NDP 2026) fireworks you’re after, mark your calendar for 9 August. The display will take place between 8.10pm and 8.25pm, with fireworks launched over Kallang Basin, next to the National Stadium. You can also catch the action during preview shows on 25 July and 1 August. Expect short bursts from around 7.30pm, followed by the full display starting from around 8.10pm. Read on for 7 strategic locations to see the fireworks in Singapore on National Day. Plus, pending official updates on National Day fireworks at Marina Bay, there are 6 spots in the area to more free views!
Best places to watch NDP 2026 fireworks in Singapore
#1 Kallang Basin Lookout Deck
Located across from the National Stadium, the Kallang Basin Lookout Deck offers an unobstructed view of the aerial flypast and NDP 2026 fireworks. There are spacious lawns for picnic mats and public toilets are nearby. If you arrive early, you can also enjoy the sunset! The closest MRT station to this area is Nicoll Highway.
#2 Stadium Riverside Walk
This promenade is right next to the National Stadium. It will most probably be the most popular spot for its convenient location so come early to get a good spot and start your NDP celebrations early!
#3 Tanjong Rhu Promenade
This area is just outside Tanjong Rhu MRT station and faces towards Marina Bay. You’ll be able to find your own viewing spot along the long waterfront promenade. Viewed from here, the fireworks will be framed by the city skyline in the background.
#4 Kallang Riverside Park
There’s more space here to layout a picnic mat for your own NDP celebrations with family, friends and pets, too as you enjoy the fireworks.
#5 Kallang Lawn Bowl
This open field is further inland and away from the riverside. It’s located within the Sports Hub precinct and you can expect families enjoying a picnic and other National Day festivities on 9 August.
#6 Helix Bridge and Benjamin Sheares Bridge for views of the NDP 2026 fireworks
Although located further away from the main action, it will provide views of the fireworks over the Kallang side. The angles will be more side facing than direct but there will still be enough space for a good view.
#7 Marina Barrage
If you’re looking to chill out on your day off, Marina Barrage is open to the public, and the rooftop garden is excellent place from which to admire the skyline and the higher-altitude NDP 2026 fireworks in Singapore. Bring along some food and have a sunset picnic before the show begins.
Spots to watch NDP 2026 fireworks at Marina Bay, pending official updates
#1 The Esplanade
A well-known spot for photographers to gather for the fireworks is the rooftop of the Esplanade. They must be on to something, so if you’re after your own Insta-worthy shots of the colourful skies, make for this alfresco location.
#2 Marina Bay Sands Boardwalk
Situated on the Marina side of The Shoppes, this spot allows viewers to get an almost front-row seat of the fireworks. Again, though, it’s another site that will be heavily populated, so we recommend an early arrival to secure your place for NDP 2025.
#3 Along Esplanade Drive / Esplanade Bridge / Jubilee Bridge
This is another hotspot for firework-watching as the action is very close. You might also like to consider passing by in a car around show time, just to take a glance, and maybe a friend in the passenger seat can take a few quick snaps of the spectacle. The two bridges in the vicinity are really good spots for watching if you’re on foot, though they’ll be crowded.
#4 The Promontory
Located near The Lawn, this is a pretty good place to watch the show; it’s away from the main crowds but still with decent views.
#5 Queen Elizabeth Walk
Situated behind Esplanade Drive, this thoroughfare gives an okay view of the show and the skyline, while perhaps not being the best for pictures. However, if you’re looking to just enjoy the show for free without too many hassles, this could be your spot!
#6 Empress Lawn at Victoria Theatre
The views of fireworks over Marina Bay will be slightly blocked from here. But the generous lawn is a good spot for your own NDP celebrations with family and friends.
#7 Rooftop of The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
This is still a relatively unknown spot that gives a great view of the fireworks over the bay.
More places to catch Marina Bay fireworks this NDP 2026
If you want to be away from the crowds, apparently there are a few spots in Fort Canning that are worth climbing up to for the view of the larger fireworks!
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