Festivals & events

41 celebrations through the year — pick a day to see what's on.

• Chinese New Year (2, Central Region) — Singapore's most vibrant celebration featuring lion dances, festive markets, and family gatherings across the island. The streets of Chinat…
• Chingay Parade (2, Central Region) — Asia's largest street performance featuring massive decorated floats, stilt walkers, and elaborate costumes in a multicultural procession.…
• Thaipusam (1, Central Region) — A major Hindu festival where devotees perform ritual acts of devotion, with thousands gathering at Sri Mariamman Temple in Chinatown. The s…
• Good Friday & Easter (3, Central Region) — Christian religious observance with church services, community gatherings, and Easter celebrations across Singapore's churches. A public ho…
• Hari Raya Puasa (Eid al-Fitr) (4, Central Region) — The most important Islamic festival celebrating the end of Ramadan with family feasts, new clothes, and open houses across Muslim communiti…
• Ramadan Night Market (Pasar Ramadan) (3, Northeast Region) — Temporary night bazaars throughout Singapore where Muslims and visitors break fast with traditional food, drinks, and festive goods. The ma…
• Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) (5, Marina Bay) — A world-class arts festival featuring theater, dance, music, and visual arts from international and local artists. The event transforms ven…
• Vesak Day (5, Central Region) — Singapore's major Buddhist festival celebrating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha with temple processions and bathing of Buddha…
• Dragon Boat Festival (6, East Coast) — A traditional Chinese festival featuring competitive dragon boat races at East Coast Park with vibrant team costumes and festive atmosphere…
• Singapore Food Festival (7, Central Region) — A month-long celebration of Singapore's diverse culinary heritage featuring hawker stalls, cooking demonstrations, and food tours. This fes…
• Hari Raya Haji (Eid al-Adha) (6, Central Region) — The second major Islamic festival honoring Prophet Ibrahim's sacrifice, celebrated with prayers, family gatherings, and festive meals. A pu…
• National Day (August 9th) (8, Central Region) — Singapore's independence day featuring a spectacular parade at Marina Bay, fireworks, and nationwide celebrations with the national anthem…
• Singapore Night Festival (8, Central Region) — A dazzling arts and light festival transforming museums and heritage sites around the Bras Basah precinct with colorful projections and per…
• Hungry Ghost Festival (9, Central Region) — A traditional Chinese festival honoring deceased ancestors with street performances, makeshift theaters, and opera shows. Locals and touris…
• Mid-Autumn Festival (9, Central Region) — A colorful Chinese festival featuring lantern displays, mooncakes, and family celebrations in parks and temples across Singapore. Children…
• Deepavali (Diwali) (11, Central Region) — The Festival of Lights celebrating the triumph of light over darkness with oil lamps, colorful decorations, and family gatherings. Little I…
• F1 Singapore Grand Prix (9, Marina Bay) — The world's first night-time street Formula 1 race featuring high-speed action around Marina Bay's iconic circuit. An electrifying sporting…
• Singapore Writers Festival (11, Central Region) — An annual literary festival featuring readings, panel discussions, and workshops with renowned international and local authors. A celebrati…
• Christmas Celebrations (12, Central Region) — A festive season with shopping malls decorated with elaborate displays, holiday markets, and Christmas lights throughout the island. A publ…
• New Year's Eve Celebrations (12, Marina Bay) — Marina Bay's iconic countdown with massive fireworks display, live performances, and crowded celebrations welcoming the new year. The water…
• Singapore Youth Festival (7, Northeast Region) — A biennial celebration of youth talent and creativity featuring performances, exhibitions, and competitions across music, dance, and arts.…
• Sentosa Fest (12, Sentosa Island) — A year-end festival on Sentosa Island featuring live music, food stalls, carnival rides, and entertainment for families. The island becomes…
• Lantern Light-Up (Jurong Lake) (9, West Region) — Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations at Jurong Lake with thousands of illuminated lanterns and cultural performances. The scenic lakeside becom…
• Bukit Batok Nature Reserve Heritage Day (4, West Region) — An educational celebration of Singapore's natural heritage with guided walks, eco-activities, and conservation talks. Visitors learn about…
• Singapore Craft Week (10, Central Region) — A celebration of traditional and contemporary craftsmanship featuring workshops, exhibitions, and demonstrations by local and international…
• Singapore Design Week (3, Marina Bay) — An international showcase of design excellence with exhibitions, conferences, and installations featuring designers from around the world.…
• Singapore Book Fair (6, Central Region) — Southeast Asia's largest book event featuring authors, publishers, and book lovers celebrating literature and reading. The fair offers book…
• East Coast Carnival (5, East Coast) — A family-friendly carnival at East Coast Park featuring rides, food stalls, games, and entertainment. The beachside venue offers recreation…
• ZoukOut Music Festival (12, Sentosa Island) — An annual electronic dance music festival on Sentosa's beach featuring international DJs, live performances, and a vibrant nightlife experi…
• Singapore Biennale (11, Central Region) — A contemporary art exhibition showcasing works from regional and international artists across multiple venues. The biennale explores themes…
• Thimithi Festival (10, Central Region) — A Hindu festival where devotees walk barefoot over hot coals in a ritual of courage and faith at Sri Mariamman Temple. An ancient tradition…
• Singapore Jazz Festival (3, Central Region) — An annual celebration of jazz music featuring international and local musicians performing across multiple venues. The festival brings worl…
• Lantern Festival at Sungei Serangoon (9, Northeast Region) — Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations at Sungei Serangoon with lantern displays, cultural performances, and family activities. The riverside set…
• Kranji War Memorial Day (2, North Region) — A solemn commemoration honoring those who died in World War II at Kranji War Cemetery with ceremonies and wreaths. The day reflects on hist…
• Singapore Courtesy Week (6, Central Region) — A nationwide campaign promoting courtesy, kindness, and graciousness among Singaporeans through community events and initiatives. The week…
• Heritage Festival at Fort Siloso (8, Sentosa Island) — A celebration of Singapore's military heritage at Fort Siloso featuring living history performances, exhibitions, and interactive displays.…
• Sembawang Hot Spring Park Festival (7, Northwest Region) — A unique festival celebrating Singapore's natural hot springs at Sembawang with wellness activities, nature walks, and cultural performance…
• Siloso Beach Carnival (4, Sentosa Island) — A beachside carnival on Sentosa featuring water sports, beach games, food vendors, and entertainment for all ages. The tropical setting mak…
• Punggol Waterfront Festival (10, Northeast Region) — A celebration of Punggol's new waterfront development featuring food, music, water activities, and family entertainment. The festival showc…
• Lunar New Year at Universal Studios Singapore (2, Sentosa Island) — Special themed celebrations at Universal Studios featuring zodiac characters, festive shows, and limited-edition dining. The theme park bri…
• Gardens by the Bay Supertree Light Show (1, Marina Bay) — A nightly spectacular featuring illuminated Supertrees with synchronized music and lights throughout the year, enhanced during festive seas…