We might not experience a White Christmas, yet Singapore’s Christmas is a very vibrant one. Lights, Christmas markets, Christmas-themed activities, carolling, celebrations – there is no lack of Christmas events in Singapore to soak in the atmosphere.
If your family enjoys festive blooms, shopping for unique gifts, traditional carols, Christmas markets, Christmas with characters, bouncy castles, stunning Christmas décor – read on for ideas on where to spend your Christmas holidays in Singapore!
Christmas Events in Singapore 2024
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Jumptopia Triple Adventure
Residing at Marina Bay Sands, Expo and Convention Hall C from 26 November 2024 to 5 January 2025, Jumptopia Triple Adventure boasts a whopping 45,000 square feet made up of 10 humongous bouncy castles and promises to bring three times the excitement and joy to you and your loved ones.
CoComelon, Sonic the Hedgehog and Kiztopia characters will all be in the form of jump-worthy inflatables. Kids can take their pick to pose and play at various playzones! There are also claw machines and food trucks to check out.
When: 26 November 2024 to 5 January 2025
Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday, 10 am to 8 pm (unlimited playtime)
Friday to Sunday & Public Holidays, 10 am to 8 pm (five sessions, two hours per session)
Where: Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Hall C, Level 1 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore
A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore is celebrating the launch of the Universal Picture’s Wicked, in theatres on 21 November, with festive encounters and decorations within Universal Studios Singapore. Step into a steampunk world and get a Wicked-inspired makeover. There will also be a DreamWorks Animation Holiday Spectacular at Far Far Away Castle and a new Tinker Time Christmas show featuring Super Grover and the Sesame Street gang.
Universal Studios Singapore is open till 9 pm from 14 December till 1 January 2025. You can even enjoy fireworks at closing!
Find out more about A Universal Christmas.
Where: Universal Studios Singapore
When: 29 November 2024 to 1 January 2025
Glimmers of a Christmas Wonderland at West Mall
Join us at West Mall this festive season for Glimmers of a Christmas Wonderland from now till 31 December 2024. Enjoy family-friendly fun with dazzling rewards, irresistible eDeals, a Kiztopia bouncy castle, exciting workshops, and so much more!
Little ones will love Kiztopia’s Raby’s Ice Cream Paradise, an inflatable wonderland, along with meet-and-greet sessions with Bell the Bear. Meanwhile, shoppers can rack up reward points and redeem exclusive treats. Adding a touch of kindness to the celebrations, West Mall has partnered with the Singapore Red Cross Society for a heartwarming Festive Gift-wrapping fundraiser.
Don’t miss holiday highlights like the Christmas Crafters Market, Fun Claw Festive Pop-up, and weekend workshops in December. Plus, catch Santa Claus and his trusty reindeer before they take off to spread joy!
Discover all the holiday cheer awaiting you at West Mall’s Glimmers of a Christmas Wonderland.
When: Till 31 December 2024
Where: West Mall
Christmas Wonderland
Christmas Wonderland will ignite your senses this festive season with an amazing array of 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. Visitors can enjoy ‘snowfall’ in the tropics surrounded by a dazzling light installation, say hello to a trio of Merry Bears, explore an enchanted forest, be transported to a serene realm at the Winter Solstice, have a go at carnival games, catch festive performances by local artistes, dine on festive treats and more. Find out more about Christmas Wonderland.
When: 29 November 2024 to 1 January 2025
Where: Gardens by the Bay
Christmas Train Show, Flower Dome at Gardens By The Bay
Train-lovers won’t want to miss this display at Gardens by the Bay. The Christmas Train show explores how trains bring people on homeward bound journeys throughout the world, wherever your home may be!
This Christmas, explore the wonderful world of trains, both big and small and the way these locomotives bring everyone home for the holidays. Be marvelled at the scale and intricacy of these special installations as we see how different cultures are brought together through a shared love of trains and the journeys we go on.
When: Till 31 December
Where: Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome
How much: $12 for adults, $8 for children ages 3 to 12 (Inclusive of entry to Flower Hall)
More details: Gardens by the Bay
Disney in Bloom at Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay
The Disney Garden of Wonder display at Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay takes inspiration from Walt Disney World’s annual EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival in Florida, USA, where Disney characters are transformed into delightful horticultural displays. It features eight topiary sets, each with different characters, as well as a section that will see a mash-up between characters and local food favourites. Find out more about Disney Garden of Wonder.
When: From 1 December 2024
Where: Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay
Pop Into Christmas Joy at Suntec City
Pop down to Suntec City for whimsical fun from now to 25 December 2024 where cute POP BEAN characters have arrived for the holidays. Pose for pictures with an exclusive to Singapore in Southeast Asia Pink DIMOO Wish Deer, LABUBU, MOLLY, SKULLPANDA and more POP BEAN characters. Pick up POP BEAN premiums, bounce away on a FREE inflatable playground and more. Look out for the exclusive to Singapore in Southeast Asia Pink DIMOO Wish Deer inflatable which stands at an impressive six metres, against a 13-metre-tall festive Christmas tree backdrop.
Kids can enjoy the free-entry Mega Inflatable Playground with four fun zones and experience the Snowfall Shows along with free ice cream giveaways and busking performances. Families can also sign up for the Phone Strap Workshop and receive an exclusive Pink DIMOO Wish Deer POP BEAN to create your very own phone strap with.
Find out more about all the exciting activities that are taking place at Pop Into Christmas Joy at Suntec City this holidays.
When: 20 November to 25 December
Where: Suntec City
Website: Pop Into Christmas Joy at Suntec City
Christmas at Dempsey Hill
Celebrate Christmas at Dempsey where there are festivities for all. Check out the 8-metre-tall Christmas tree adorned with candy cane-inspired decor. Head to Christmas Square for live performances, instant photo booths, craft stations, a lucky draw happening on 20, 21, 24 December from 5.30 pm to 9.30 pm.
Indulge in exclusive dining offers at renowned restaurants too!
World Christmas Market
The Singapore edition of the World Christmas Market is filled with Christmas trees, twinkling lights, carols, market stalls with a variety of treasures and gifts. See the lights and Christmas decor at The World Christmas Market Singapore. Get welcomed by whimsical giant candy canes. . Visitors can also spread festive cheer worldwide by sending digital postcards and photos taken in the walk-in Snow Globe Picture Booths.
Every night, there will be a musical “The Christmas Gift” specially commissioned for the World Christmas Market Singapore performed. It combines classic carols, lively dance, and theatrical acts to capture the holiday spirit.
Where: The Promontory @ Marina Bay 11 Marina Blvd, Singapore 018940
When: From now till 25 December 2024, Mon – Thur 5 pm to 11 pm, Fri – Sun 4 pm to 11 pm
Changi Festive Village (Changi Airport & Jewel)
Running from 8 November 2024 to 2 January 2025, The Gift of Disney Cruise Line at Canopy Park (located at Jewel’s topmost floor) features a series of festive displays and interactive installations, inspired by the seven immersive themed areas aboard the Disney Adventure, that homeports in Singapore from 2025.
Get immersed in specially curated themed installations drawing inspirations from seven themed areas on the Disney Adventure like Disney Imagination Garden, San Fransokyo Street, and Disney cruise ship’s iconic red funnel. Head to Canopy Park to capture photogenic and enchanting moments with several photo installations featuring fan-favourite stories and characters from Disney, Pixar and Marvel. From Disney princesses like Ariel, Moana, to Disney’s Frozen’s Elsa and Anna, or superheroes like Marvel’s Iron Man, Ant-Man and The Wasp, and so much more, visitors of all ages will enjoy the magical experience exploring Canopy Park. Find out more about The Gift of Disney Cruise Line at Jewel Changi Airport.
There will also be snowfall at both Canopy Park and the Shiseido Forest Valley.
When: Till 2 January 2025
Where: Canopy Park, Jewel Changi Airport
How much: From $5.40
Tickets: Canopy Park tickets
Hello Kitty and Cosmic Hydropark at Changi Festive Village, T3 Changi Airport
Join in the fun and festivities at the Changi Festive Village 2024. There will be a carnival with rides and games, Hello Kitty meet and greets, photo spots and more. Another exciting attraction for the year-end school holidays is the arrival of the water park at Changi Airport Terminal 3. This is a first for Changi Airport and it features a whole host of slides, an obstacle course and other fun attractions. Find out more about Hello Kitty and Cosmic Hydropark at Changi Festive Village.
When: Till February 2025
Where: Terminal 3, Changi Airport
Pinkmas at Museum of Ice Cream
Christmas is Pink at Museum of Ice Cream! Get showered in Pinkmas themed treats and sprinkles in an immersive fun experience with unlimited servings of your favourite ice cream flavours. Till 20 January 2025, you can enjoy seasonal festive treats with modern twists such as White Peppermint Ice Cream, Oatmilk Maple Cinnamon Ice Cream Sandwcih as well as MOIC’s limited edition Sprinkle of Pink and Peppermint Milkshare.
When: Till 20 January 2025
Where: Museum of Ice Cream, Loewen Road
How much: From $30
Tickets: Museum of Ice Cream Tickets
Sentosa Presents: A Big Big World
Experience a spectacular festive playground on Sentosa Island from December to February. Sentosa will be transforming into a larger-than-life wonderland where three whimsical and unique realms await, including the exciting Resorts World Sentosa, the immersive Sentosa Sensoryscape and the wondrous Palawan Beach.
From a festive marketplace to Singapore’s first-ever day-to-night kite spectacle, we look forward to taking you on an extraordinary adventure at Sentosa this festive season! There will be a Christmas marketplace, a Festive Journey LED Show and Sensoryscape will be decked out in Christmas decor.
Families can also sign up for free Kite-making workshop and marvel at the showcase by Singapore Kite Association.
When: Till February 2025
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, Sensoryscape and Palawan Beach
Public Garden Christmas Fair (21-22 December)
Public Garden Christmas 2024 is when independent brands in Asia come together for one weekend. Participating brands come from all around Asia to present their one of a kind creations.
Read more here.
When: 21 to 22 December, 1 pm to 7 pm
Where Suntec Convention Halls 40 and 404
Tropical Summer Christmas at Cosford Container Park
Cosford Container Park will be transformed into a tropical winter wonderland, offering an exciting range of activities like the DIY Snow Globe Making Workshop and the Christmas Card Making Workshop. Guests can also enjoy the WKND MRKT: Gift Edition, a perfect opportunity for Christmas shopping, showcasing curated local vendors offering artisanal crafts and unique holiday gifts.
For those looking to indulge, four food vendors will present festive delights, including the Christmas Lobster from The Singapore Blue Lobster and the Sloppy Cranberry BBQ Turkey & Cheese Burger from The Slice House. The celebrations don’t end there, with a Santa Meet and Greet on Christmas Day.
Christmas in Queenstown
A Christmas market in the heartlands? Yes celebrate Christmas in Queenstown where there will be a Christmas Market @ Church of the Good Shepherd. A tall shimmery Christmas Tree forms a perfect backdrop for the “Snow-fall” and European Style Christmas Market. There will be Classical & Jazz Concerts, Busking and even a Superhero-themed Children’s Party.
There will be three charities supported at the market – The Saturday Movement https://thesaturdaymovement.org, Singapore Christian Home www.schome.org.sg and St Andrew’s Nursing Home (Henderson). Cosplayers from Pause for A Cause will be at the Singapore Christian Home booth.
Where: 2 Dundee Road, S149454
When: Till 15 December
Great Christmas Villages – Shaw House & Ngee Ann City
This year’s Christmas on a A Great Street features two Great Christmas Villages – one at Shaw House Urban Plaza and the other at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Opening from now till 5 January 2025, The Great Christmas Village at Shaw House Urban Plaza will feature carnival rides such as the Euro Swing, Ferris Wheel, claw machines, and a new Spin & Catch game.
The opening hours for The Great Christmas Village at Shaw House are:
- Monday to Friday – 1 pm to 9.30 pm
- Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays – 10 am to 10 pm
- Christmas Eve – 1 pm to 12 am
The second Great Christmas Village is at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza and will be open till 1 January 2025. It has over eight carnival game booths and lots of amusement rides for all ages including a Flying Dumbo ride and carousel. In addition to carnival rides, there will be live performances by local buskers and bands on weekends at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the holiday spirit.
The opening hours for the Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City are:
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- Monday to Thursday – 3 pm to 10 pm
- Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays – 2 pm to 11 pm
- Friday 6 December to 1 January 2025 – 1 pm to 11 pm
- Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve – 1 pm to 12.30 pm
A standout this year is an outdoor 14-metre-tall Mastercard Priceless Christmas tree which will be the centrepiece of the Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Visitors will be enchanted with nightly magical four-minute programmed snowfall show around the tree at 8pm and 9pm from 10 November 2024 to 1 January 2025.
