Christmas Wonderland 2024 at Gardens by the Bay is back with the wonderful twinkle of lights and the festive spirit from 29 November 2024 to 1 January 2025.
This year, the 11th edition of Christmas Wonderland brings with it new immersive experiences with even more light displays and festive performances, as well as the return of fan favourites that will delight visitors of all ages. Look forward to 14 new light installations such as a delightful trio of Merry Bears, an enchanted forest at Bluebell Lane, and the mixed media display Odette’s Dance.
Expect to be enthralled by the magical lights of the Spalliera, festive food, enchanting “snowfall”, carnival games, performances and more. The expanded entertainment line-up includes local singer-songwriters, festive flash mobs, and 50% more choral performances than last year.
What to Expect at Christmas Wonderland 2024
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This year, be dazzled by light installations, say hello to a trio of Merry Bears, explore an enchanted forest, have a go at carnival games, catch festive performances by local artistes, dine on festive treats and more.
Here is what you can expect at Christmas Wonderland this year.
Spalliera
Christmas Wonderland would not be the same without an intricately-designed Spalliera. This year, the 20-metre-tall Spalliera light display is inspired by the pointed arches in Italian Gothic architecture and handmade by artisans from the south of Italy. The structure stands about the height of four giraffes and features a brand new design by Italian Gothic architecture.
Blizzard Time
Blizzard time at Christmas Wonderland is a crowd favourite. This year, the surreal landscape of ‘snowfall’ at Gardens by the Bay’s Supertrees will take place daily accompanied by a brand-new specially commissioned soundtrack by Singaporean composer-conductor Dr. Darius Lim. His composition, entitled Magic of Christmas, will enhance the ethereal snowy atmosphere of Blizzard Time.
What to know where else to find “snow” in Singapore? Read our story on where you can experience snowy Christmas fun in Singapore.
Light Displays including Merry Bears
There will be plenty of photo opportunities all around the Supertree Grove with four times more light displays. These include a giant Ice Skate, Ornament Balls, and Gift Boxes.
Over at the Lawn, a larger-than-life light display of an adorable trio of Merry Bears – with the biggest at nearly six metres tall – will put a smile on everyone’s faces.
Visitors can also wander through an enchanted forest at Bluebell Lane.
Another highlight is Odette’s Dance, an ode to one of the world’s most iconic ballets, Swan Lake. The mixed media installation combines light displays of swans with captivating multimedia content.
Merry Lane
Step inside to the welcoming glow of Merry Lane where a tunnel of lights awaits and be dazzled by its festive colours. The 50-metre-long Walk of Lights tunnel welcomes all to escape into a magical colourscape.
Garden Rhapsody
Visitors at Supertree Grove can also be spellbound by the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show, as the Supertrees’ lights dance to Christmas classics. The Garden Rhapsody shows take place at 7.45 pm, 8.45 pm and 9.35 pm daily.
Santa Lodge
Over at Santa Lodge, join thousands of locals who have made it an annual tradition to take a family photo with Father Christmas at his home.
Carnival Games & Rides
Visitors can have a go at traditional style carnival games, such as Ring Toss, Fishy Fishy, and Snowball Smash. The young and the young-at-heart can take a charming ride on a double-storey Venetian horse Carousel – the only one of its kind in Singapore.
Another fun experience for kids to hop aboard the CDG Zig Express Christmas Train for a ride. The train is decorated with lights that give it a festive look as it chugs alongs around the set path at Gardens by the Bay.
The little ones will also be spoilt for choice with up to four carnival rides to choose from. It is a chance to get out and to spend some time together having a ball on the various rides after enjoying the lights at Christmas Wonderland.
Food & Feasting
One of the best ways to enjoy Christmas Wonderland is to grab some food and soak in the atmosphere.
Delectable fare awaits visitors, curated by some of Singapore’s popular food and beverage establishments, such as Brewerkz, Harry’s, Churros Republic, Sofnade, Kebabs Factory, Tonito Latin American Kitchen and more.
Mistletoe Alley
Want to get some shopping done? Make your way to Mistletoe Alley. Christmas Wonderland 2024 features brand new brightly coloured festive huts and cheerful elves standing by to greet customers.
Tips for Christmas Wonderland
Christmas Wonderland is a wonderfully festive fair to visit in December with family and friends.
To enjoy the experience, one tip we have is to go prepared to enjoy the atmosphere with the music in the air and beautiful lights. Don’t expect to power through the attractions. Instead, take the time to stop, linger and savour the spirit of the holiday season.
We would also recommend coinciding your visit with Garden Rhapsody and Blizzard Time. It is a magical part of the experience.
You should be prepared to spend on some food, rides or games when visiting Christmas Wonderland. Take it as part of the experience and a time to have a treasured experience with friends and family.
Parking is also limited at Gardens by the Bay. Therefore, you may wish to take public transport to Christmas Wonderland. This way, you will not need to have to contend with a traffic jam when trying to get to Christmas Wonderland or to leave Christmas Wonderland.
Christmas Wonderland Tickets
You are encouraged to purchase tickets online prior to arrival. The ticketing booths at the event grounds operate from 6.30 pm to 10 pm.
Tickets are priced from $9 for adults and $7 for children (3 to 12 years old), with four daily sessions starting from 6.30 pm.
Here is an additional tip. If you make an advance purchase, you can save two dollars on adult tickets compared to the same day purchase of tickets. Same day ticket purchase is also subject to availability. You can find more details about the prices for admission on the Christmas Wonderland website.
Do also take note that separate charges apply for OCBC Skyway, Supertree Observatory, Floral Fantasy and Gardens by the Bay conservatories.
Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay is from 29 November 2024 to 1 January 2025.
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