Cover The 14-metre tall Christmas tree at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza (Photo: courtesy of Orchard Road Business Association)
The 14-metre tall Christmas tree at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza (Photo: courtesy of Orchard Road Business Association)
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Planning your year-end escape? From the return of dazzling Christmas holiday light-ups and celebrity concerts to a Wicked-inspired island transformation, here are the most exclusive and magnificent celebrations happening across the Lion City
As the year draws to a spectacular close, Singapore is beginning to showcase itself as the ultimate festive destination, offering everything from grand heritage celebrations and exhilarating new experiences. With the Lion City bringing its significant SG60 anniversary celebrations to a conclusion, the stage is set for an unforgettable Christmas and New Year’s Eve, featuring magnificent installations, show-stopping live entertainment and highly anticipated annual fireworks shows.
Whether you seek unique activities such as floating winter wonderlands on the Royal Albatross or the whimsical escape of Sentosa’s Wicked-inspired makeover—every corner of the city is going to be dressed to delight.
Read on for our definitive guide to the essential events, ensuring your end-of-year calendar is as glittering as the Marina Bay skyline. (And yes, we’re already looking ahead for the upcoming Chinese New Year 2026 festivities!)
Read more: Raffles City’s guide to Christmas beauty gifting in 2025
Christmas highlights
Above Main arch in front of Ion Orchard (Photo: courtesy of Orchard Road Business Association)
Main arch in front of Ion Orchard (Photo: courtesy of Orchard Road Business Association)
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Christmas on a Great Street – Orchard Road
The 42nd edition of this annual light-up, running from November 8, 2025 to January 1, 2026, presents vibrant decorations incorporating nostalgic Singaporean icons. Look for the refreshed Christmas Village and the inclusion of the SG60 logo and the beloved mascot Merli.
World Christmas Market
This year's World Christmas Market is double the size, running from December 11, to January 4, 2026, at the Bayfront Event Space as part of the MBSC 2026 celebrations. The immersive event features an 8-metre real Christmas tree, a 50-minute original script musical (The Brightest Christmas Star), 60 retail booths offering locally made creations, and the debut of the Togetherland Festive Brew. It remains committed to sustainability, champions local community groups, and is uniquely pet-friendly.
‘Discover Your Good’ – Sentosa Island
From November 10 to January 4, 2026 , Sentosa transforms into a magical escape inspired by the Land of Oz. This enchanting journey, celebrating Universal Pictures' anticipated film Wicked: For Good, is filled with immersive installations, whimsical experiences, and exclusive Oz-inspired food and retail.
Sands Live Season – Marina Bay Sands
Marina Bay Sands hosts an electrifying lineup of concerts from December 20, 2025 to January 4, 2026. The star-studded roster includes the legendary duo Air Supply—celebrating their 50th anniversary—alongside singer Hailai Amu, Taiwanese legends Tiger Huang and Ricky Hsiao, and Cantopop icons such as Frances Yip and María Cordero.
Royal Albatross Christmas Cruise
Come aboard Singapore's sole luxury tall ship from December 3 to 28, 2025 and experience a floating winter wonderland for a unique holiday experience. Guests can set sail to stunning skyline views while enjoying live music and dining the night away, with options ranging from four-course and seven-course Christmas-themed gourmet dinners to a festive buffet with free-flow drinks.
Singapore Symphony Orchestra Christmas Concert
Held at the Esplanade Concert Hall on December 12 and 13, 2025 at 7:30 PM , the SSO entertains crowds with a masterful 1 hour 40 minutes programme , covering beloved Christmas classics such as Sleigh Ride and Silent Night.
Gardens by the Bay festive wonders
Above The second edition of the Christmas Train Show chugs back into the Flower Dome from November 23, 2025 to January 4, 2026
The second edition of the Christmas Train Show chugs back into the Flower Dome from November 23, 2025 to January 4, 2026
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Gardens by the Bay ensures there is plenty to enjoy across its landscape.
Christmas Wonderland
Ranked among the top Christmas markets around the world, this fan-favourite yuletide event returns from November 29, 2025 to January 1, 2026. Singapore's biggest yuletide event returns to not only Supertree Grove, but also extends into The Meadow this year , featuring stunning light displays, “snowfall” in the tropics, a flying Santa, and fun carnival games.
Christmas Train Show
The second edition of this show chugs back into the Flower Dome from November 23, 2025 to January 4, 2026. This year, the display fuses American yuletide traditions with unique Singapore elements. Notably, a specially commissioned G-scale SMRT train, built in consultation with SMRT, will weave past miniatures of the Dragon Playground, Supertrees, and heritage shophouses, all handcrafted from recycled Singapore wood by local artisans.
My Little Pony: Petals of Friendship
Starting December 11, 2025 to April 12, 2026, Hasbro’s My Little Pony brand comes to Floral Fantasy for an exclusive showcase. In the lead up to the Year of the Horse , four fan favourite characters will sport new looks inspired by Chinese culture, florals, and traditional iconography. They will frolic amidst lush floral landscapes designed to complement their personalities.
New Year’s Eve and beyond
Above Fireworks light up the sky ahead on December 31, 2024 in Marina Bay, Singapore (Photo: Getty Images)
Fireworks light up the sky ahead on December 31, 2024 in Marina Bay, Singapore (Photo: Getty Images)
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Ring in 2026 with a paradise of festivities.
Singland Festival
Singapore’s first-ever large-scale indoor New Year celebration arrives with breathtaking live performances ranging from electrifying pop and R&B to powerhouse ballads. Taking over Marina Bay Sands on December 31, 2025 and January 2 and 3, 2026 , the festival presents four exclusive shows by world-class artists, including Henry Lau, Ne-Yo, Rain, and Terry Lin.
Marina Bay Countdown 2026
This time-honoured tradition on December 31, 2025 will start 2026 off in style with mesmerising fireworks alongside dazzling live entertainment shows at buzzing Marina Bay.
Singapore Flyer: Elevated Festive Experiences
The iconic Singapore Flyer is inviting guests to toast a grand finale to Singapore’s Diamond Jubilee atop Asia’s largest observation wheel. The highly anticipated New Year’s Eve Countdown Champagne Special offers a front-row seat to the city's fireworks from 165 metres above the city. Limited to just 160 guests, this exclusive experience includes champagne and a party kit. For a sophisticated year-end indulgence, Festive 165 Sky Dining is available on key dates, including Christmas and New Year’s Day.
Singapore Sports Hub Countdown
Organised by Kallang Alive Sport Management, the ticketed Countdown 2026 Concert at the Stadium Roar—the first-ever concert held there—features K-pop group Super Junior alongside Chinese star Cheng Huan alongside numerous local singers. The main highlight is the longest New Year’s Eve fireworks display this year, a 35-minute spectacle over the Kallang Basin unfolding in four stunning chapters. Admission to the wider community festivities, including free live concert feeds at OCBC Square and Water Sports Centre, is free. New offerings include a ticketed Beach Club for exclusive firework views and festive picnic boxes.
A look ahead: Lunar New Year
Chingay Parade
Celebrating the multiculturalism of Singapore, catch Chingay Parade this Lunar New Year to experience a showcase of the nation’s many different communities and their elaborate costumes, colourful floats, and traditional cultural performances.
River Hongbao
Celebrate Lunar New Year at this carnival and cultural exhibition at Gardens by the Bay. It is known for its giant lantern displays that light up the night, amusement park rides, and nightly stage performances.
Andrea Saadan is the Senior Digital Editor of Tatler Singapore. She oversees all digital content for the website and currently leads the Beauty and Lifestyle verticals. As a child, she had always enjoyed reading and writing but it was only after she joined her college newspaper, The Spectrum, in Buffalo, New York, that she considered a career in journalism. Her love for all things beauty started from the age of two—when she was caught playing with (and damaging) her mother’s YSL lipstick. On top of her day job, she is also an unpaid beauty consultant for friends and family. Besides make-up, her obsessions include the wizarding world of Harry Potter, podcasts, ice-cream, her walking pad and watching endless re-runs of The Office (US).
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