With loads of enchanting Christmas events in Singapore, it's easy to join in the merrymaking and soak up those festive vibes!
Done with Christmas decor? Look up from your Christmas playlist, ‘cos we’ve picked out our fave Christmas events in Singapore – complete with the most magical festive lights to keep you occupied till the main event and even after. Here are all the fun things to do for Christmas 2024 in Singapore…
Best Christmas 2024 events in Singapore
1. i12 Katong: A Sonic Christmas Adventure
7 – 22 December 2024
Ready, set, dash! Christmas gets a turbo-charged twist at i12 Katong this year, where the mall has transformed into a Sonic wonderland. From 7 to 22 December, kids (ages six and up) and families can level up their holiday fun at the Sonic Obstacle Course, an action-packed playground inspired by everyone’s favourite speedy hedgehog. Simply spend a minimum of $50 for a chance to play (limited to the first 40 pax a day.)
Expect vibrant decorations, immersive challenges, and enough adrenaline-pumping activities to keep the little ones entertained for hours. The course features a series of playful (and slightly tricky) obstacles like the Sea of Rings, Quintuple Steps, wobbly planks, and even a Floating Bridge.
And what’s Christmas without a little treat? Every participant who conquers the course walks away with a Limited Edition Sonic Pin (worth $5) – a cute keepsake for the memory bank. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Strike a pose with vibrant Sonic-themed photo spots scattered across the mall. Plus, the mall promises exclusive Sonic Meet and Greet sessions, alongside twinkling Christmas lights and a bustling holiday vibe.
i12 Katong: A Sonic Christmas Adventure, 2 to 29 December 2024, 112 East Coast Road, Singapore 428802
2. Plaza Singapura x Museum of Ice Cream pop-up
22 November to 25 December
If you’re looking for a pink Christmas, this is the event at Plaza Singapura is for you. Plunge into a sprinkle pool, take photos inside a life-sized snow globe, admire pink-hued twinkly lights… and don’t forget to sign up for a free painting workshop that will be held in collaboration with our friends at HoneyKids Asia. Happening on Fridays, this workshop lets you decorate your own dessert-shaped squishy and bring it home in personalised gift bags. Plus, don’t miss Plaza Singapura’s first-ever light show where pink lights will be twinkling across its 170-metre facade!
Plaza Singapura x Museum of Ice Cream pop-up with free dessert squishy painting workshop, Level one outdoor plaza (facing Orchard Road), Plaza Singapura 68 Orchard Road, Singapore 238839
3. Changi Festive Village
Until 16 February 2025
This year’s Changi Festive Village spotlights the adorable Hello Kitty’s golden jubilee in the cutest way. Enter the Departure Hall at Terminal 3 and you’ll see an 8m-tall Hello Kitty topiary surrounded by friends like My Melody, Kuromi, Cinnamoroll and Pompompurin. Plus, there’s a cool 7m-long rainbow slide, daily snow shows, and meet-and-greet sessions on weekends with Sanrio characters.
Don’t forget the fun carnival games! At Terminal 3’s Arrival Hall, you’ll spot nine zones with Sanrio figurines, photo booths, rides and more. Win a couple of games and you can snag limited edition collectibles, plush toys and bags.
Wanna cool down from the heat? Make a splash at Cosmic HydroPark ($19 for weekdays, $24 for weekends), the airport’s first inflatable water park, at the Terminal 3 Coach Bay. With swings, trampolines and balance beams, this obstacle course beckons all ages for loads of fun.
Changi Festive Village, 65 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819663
4. Sentosa Presents: A Big, Big World
9 December 2024 – 16 February 2025
Something big is coming our way, and we’re psyched. Sentosa is transforming its island into three realms with interactive installations and festive activities, so if you need another reason to visit, this is it!
At Resorts World Sentosa, look forward to traipsing across four zones inspired by England, France, Germany, and Japan. There will be larger-than-life displays like a hot air balloon and a cuckoo clock, light projections, origami reindeer sculptures, snowfall, fun carnival games, carolling sessions, and more. The Christmas event runs from 9 December to 2 January, while the CNY season is from 19 January to 16 February.
Haven’t been to the new Sentosa Sensoryscape yet? Check it out for a dreamy experience at night, and brighten up your evening with street performances, balloon sculpting activities, and an installation of giant fluffy swings called Cloud Swing Dreams.
Finally, at Palawan Beach, you’ll get to create personalised kites at Flight of Wishes during the day. Once night falls, The Floating Marvels features 12 sea creature inflatables like jellyfish and whales lighting up the skies.
Sentosa Presents: A Big, Big World, various locations including Resorts World Sentosa, Sentosa Sensoryscape, and Palawan Beach
5. Christmas Wonderland
Until 1 January 2025
Singapore’s biggest Christmas event returns for more whimsical magic at Gardens by the Bay! Highlights at Christmas Wonderland 2024 include the return of the 20m-high Spalliera and snowfall sessions, stunning light displays, fun carnival games and rides, food stalls and festive live performances. Plus, don’t forget to stroll through Mistletoe Alley’s Christmas shops for knick knacks and meet Santa Claus for photos.
Christmas Wonderland, 6.30pm – 11pm; various locations around Gardens by the Bay
6. World Christmas Market Singapore
5 – 25 December 2024
Want to experience a whole new world of Yuletide celebrations this year? Head down to the first-ever World Christmas Market Singapore at Marina Bay for a holiday extravaganza. We’re talking about twinkling lights, festive tunes, and grand Christmas trees to set the scene. Stroll through the market to shop for handcrafted trinkets and traditional treats, and pop by the Saint Nicholas Village-inspired area for little ones to play.
Highlights include Candy Cane Lane, Christmas carols by the Singing Christmas Tree, a Christmas Tree Farm where you can buy fresh firs, Christmas musical performances, a Snow Globe picture booth, and loads more.
In the spirit of giving, the event is partnering with non-profit organisation Brands For Good to spread the joy to those in need. It also features a sustainable spin with eco-friendly practices like waste reduction and reducing their carbon footprint. How’s that for Christmas cheer?
World Christmas Market Singapore, Mon – Thurs 5pm – 11pm, Fri – Sun 4pm – 11pm; The Promontory @ Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018940
7. A Universal Christmas
Until 1 January 2025
For the ultimate Christmas theme park event, head to Universal Studios Singapore and soak up all the festive feels. What’s new this year, you ask? Well, think all things green, because you’ll be transported to the Emerald City in celebration of the movie Wicked hitting cinemas.
Step into the New York zone, aka the Land of Oz, and meet iconic characters like Elphaba, Glinda, and The Wizard. There’ll be fabulous photo spots, makeover services for young ones, costume displays, merch up for grabs, and Wicked-inspired bites.
This year also marks the debut of the DreamWorks Animation Holiday Spectacular, where names like Shrek, Po, the Trolls and the Madagascar gang come together in a light and music projection mapping show. Plus, look out for the steampunk-themed Santa’s Magical Mechanical World and the new Tinker Time Christmas show.
Other highlights include photo moments, snowfall sessions, holiday hits performed on stage, Christmas merch shopping, festive treats, and the like.
A Universal Christmas, $89 per adult, $68 per child, includes a $5 retail voucher and a Christmas set meal; Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
8. Illumi: Christmas Edition
Until 6 January 2025
You can’t miss this vibrant, twinkling space right outside Marina Bay Sands. Intrigued? Make the most of the festive season by immersing yourself in the glittering lights of illumi. The Christmas season edition promises more spectacular sparkle, so throw on your best shimmering outfit and make a date with 20 million LED lights. Across nine unique worlds, you’ll mingle with dinosaurs, maple trees, magical creatures, winter animals, dune palaces and more.
Illumi: Christmas Edition, tickets from $12; Bayfront Event Space, 12A Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018970
9. Jewel Changi Airport’s festive wonderland
Until 2 January 2025
Soak in the Yuletide vibes at Jewel, where you’ll spot a towering 16m-tall Christmas tree by Polo Ralph Lauren, nightly snowfall sessions, and a festive light and music showcase. Best of all, Disney fans can rejoice because it’s home to the first-ever Disney Cruise Line-themed installations inspired by the Disney Adventure that’s setting sail from Singapore in 2025.
Pop over to Jewel’s Canopy Park to enter a space inspired by the seven themed areas on the cruise ship. From Disney Imagination Garden to San Fransokyo Street, and displays featuring fan-favourite Disney, Pixar, and Marvel characters, you’ve got plenty to snap pics with. If you’re lucky, you might bump into Disney friends for a meet-and-greet while you’re there!
Jewel Changi Airport’s festive wonderland, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
10. Chijmes Christmas events
Until 25 December 2024
Make your way to Chijmes for a brilliant light projection show featuring classic Christmas scenes on the hall’s facade at the main lawn. Once you’re done admiring it, head over to the pop-up market and pick up Christmas treats for the fam. Look out for more festive entertainment in the form of carolling and song-signing performances. Of course, you can’t miss out on the daily snowfall happening from 7pm to 10pm every half an hour.
Chijmes Christmas events, 30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996
11. Pokemon Aqua Adventure
Until 1 January 2025
Have a splashin’ good time at Adventure Cove Waterpark this festive season with all your favourite Pokemon friends. Expect to see characters from the latest animation series, Pokemon Horizons: The Series, and look forward to the exciting parade featuring Pikachu, Sprigatito, Fuecoco and Quaxly. Other activities include meet-and-greets with Pokemon mascots, screenings of the series, and photo spots. P.S. don’t miss out on the merch!
Pokemon Aqua Adventure, $35 per adult, $28 per child; Adventure Cove Waterpark, Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
12. Disney Garden of Wonder
Until 31 March 2025
Calling all Disney fans! Unleash your inner Disney kid at Gardens by the Bay and twirl among epic topiary and floral sculptures of your favourite characters. Get your cameras ready, because Disney and Pixar names like Mickey Mouse, Winnie the Pooh, The Little Mermaid, Woody, Buzz Lightyear and more will transform into stunning horticultural displays at Floral Fantasy. What a dream.
Disney Garden of Wonder, 10am – 9pm, Floral Fantasy (entry fees apply); Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
13. Mr. Bucket Christmas Village
Until 31 December 2024
Chocolate and Christmas? Count us in! At Asian cacao specialist Mr. Bucket’s sweet festive market, you can customise a chocolate tree with unlimited toppings ($28) or join a workshop to decorate your slab with cacao butter ($40). While you’re there, sip on complimentary hot chocolate and mulled wine, or nibble on scrumptious s’mores to get into the Xmas spirit.
Don’t forget to shop for presents! We’ve got our eye on the Christmas Tree Assembly Kit ($69), the S’mores Kit ($35), and the Mulled Wine Kit ($90). But if you can’t say no to chocolate, pick up new bon bon flavours like vanilla pear, lingonberry thyme, Bailey’s, and even the savoury-sweet cheddar with chocolate pearls.
Mr. Bucket Christmas Village, #01-03/04, 13 Dempsey Road, Singapore 24967
14. Public Garden
21 & 22 December 2024
Ready to shop for fabulous Christmas gifts? This is one of our favourite markets to stroll through. With all sorts of cool brands taking up the sprawling space at Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre, it’s the perfect place to tick presents off your list. From adorable accessories and stylish threads to home decor trinkets and kid-friendly items, there’s plenty to check out. Just know you’ll be mingling with huge crowds full of fellow last-minute Xmas shoppers!
Public Garden, 1pm – 7pm, free entry; Suntec Convention Hall 403 – 404, Level 4, Suntec Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593
15. Christmas on A Great Street
Until 5 January 2025
Yes, we all saw the festive decorations getting strung up along Orchard Road in October. Christmas enthusiasts, if you haven’t been to the shopping stretch lately, you’ll be excited to see classic Christmas lights and iconic Yuletide elements in a “firefly garden”. Think sparkling fir trees, stars, pine and holly.
Look forward to crowd-favourite activities like live performances and outdoor augmented reality projections, as well as a new initiative called ORBar on A Great Street that delivers a bar-hopping passport experience, so don’t miss out on that! Come Christmas Eve, join the street party from Ion Orchard to Ngee Ann City and enjoy beats by DJs, roving mascots, pop-up stalls, and countdown fun.
Of course, the two Great Christmas Villages make a return – one at Shaw House Urban Plaza and another at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. There’ll be carnival rides galore, gigs by local buskers, a 14m-tall Christmas tree, four-minute snowfall shows at 8pm and 9pm, and more.
Christmas on A Great Street, various dates and locations along Orchard Road
16. Magical Bamboo Forest Experience
Until 12 February 2025
Step into an enchanting bamboo forest filled with 12 interactive zones and family-friendly fun at Downtown East. Expect to see panda mascots and carolling sessions, limited edition gifts, and panda-themed activities and treats this festive season.
The star of the show is the free bamboo maze featuring foam obstacles, a ball pit, a mirror maze, and loads more. Oh, and look out for performances by ukulele players and a cappella groups! More panda-inspired experiences include screenings of Kungfu Panda 4, climbing activities, and art classes.
Magical Bamboo Forest Experience, Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Singapore 519599
17. Capitol Singapore Christmas Market
Until 25 December 2024
Shop to your heart’s content at the European-themed market full of trinkets for your gift list. While you’re there, enjoy festive melodies at the Singing Tree with performances from Voices of Singapore and The Original Folks, as well as music by instrumentalists and Ecuadorian ensemble Sisay. P.S. don’t miss out on the magical snowfall sessions happening every 30 minutes from 7pm to 10pm daily.
Capitol Singapore Christmas Market, Outdoor Plaza, Capitol Singapore, 13 Stamford Road, Singapore 178905
18. Hasbro Game Carnival
Until 31 December 2024
Get into the festive spirit at this fun pop-up starring nine stations, where you can complete challenges and stand a chance to win prizes like Hasbro merch, shopping vouchers, and Insta360 cameras.
The Game of Life makes you race against the clock to collect as many tokens as you can, while Hungry Hungry Hippos brings the iconic kids’ game to life (not with real hippos, of course). Transformers and My Little Pony also make an appearance amidst the stations, alongside Nerf, Twister, Monopoly and more. All you have to do is purchase credits (5 per game) on Trip.com.
P.S. once you’re all gamed out, head out of the mall to admire the Monopoly-inspired 15m-tall Christmas tree, which sees “snowfall” from Tuesdays to Sundays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm.
Hasbro Game Carnival, various timings, Level 1, Outdoor Plaza, VivoCity, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
19. Festive Gin School
All December
Enjoy the high of the Christmas spirit at Brass Lion Distillery’s Festive Gin School. If you haven’t tried its gin-making class yet, you’re in for a treat. This special edition lets you personalise a bottle of gin using Christmas-inspired botanicals, but fret not if you’re a first-timer.
You’ll get recipe cards for blends like cacao orange gin and holiday spice latte gin to use as a base before you whittle down the flavour profile to your liking. It’s a perfect experience to gift a gin lover, or you can go the DIY route and impress your party guests with your one-of-a-kind bottle!
Festive Gin School, every Saturday and Sunday in December, $220++, including a welcome cocktail, a gin distilling lesson, and your own bottle of gin; Brass Lion Distillery, 40 Alexandra Terrace, Singapore 119933
20. Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show
Until 5 January 2025
Fancy experiencing winter in Singapore? Pop into the Flower Dome to cool down and bask in festive vibes this season. The new exhibition spotlights model trains winding past miniature versions of familiar American landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, the Golden Gate Bridge, and New York City’s Grand Central Station – all made from natural materials like leaves, pine cone scales, and twigs.
Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show, 9am – 9pm, Flower Dome (entry fees apply), Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
21. TA Community’s Nordic Market
9 – 22 December 2024
Immerse yourself in the Scandinavian spirit at this unique Nordic Market pop-up in Millenia Walk. You’ll get to browse through brands from Scandinavia and beyond, from pick-and-mix traditional candies and Hallsberg chocolate to homemade mulled wine. Plus, you can pick up customised wreaths and mini trees to deck your halls.
TA Community’s Nordic Market, Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596
22. Fullerton Christmas Village
Until 26 December 2024
Fancy a festive stroll along the Marina Bay waterfront? Make a pitstop at One Fullerton and Clifford Square for a delightful Yuletide village. Hop on the 14-seater carousel for an amusement ride, check out life-sized Christmas dioramas and a post office-themed photo booth, and fuel up on sweet and savoury bites from the carnival stalls.
Fullerton Christmas Village, One Fullerton and Clifford Square
23. Doraemon: Pocket of Wishes
Until 29 December 2024
Any Doraemon fans in the house? Combine your love for the manga character and Christmas during the festive season! There’ll be plenty of family-friendly activities to check out. Highlights include Doraemon’s Pocket of Wishes workshop, meet-and-greets with Doraemon and Dorami, themed installations and sculptures, pop-up stores and limited edition merch, and lots more.
Doraemon: Pocket of Wishes, various times and locations including Velocity @ Novena Square, Kinex and United Square
It’s fun times ahead at these Christmas events in Singapore for festive cheer!
