{"id":159987,"date":"2026-01-05T11:00:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T03:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/?p=159987"},"modified":"2026-02-06T16:04:52","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T08:04:52","slug":"guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore: Ultimate guide to celebrating CNY, from festive feasts to events"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Chinese New Year is a pretty big deal in Singapore, and it&#8217;s happening from 17 to 18 February 2026. Lights and decor get ramped up in Chinatown, every shopping mall declares a mega sale, and there\u2019s a mad rush to get festive snacks like bak kwa and pineapple tarts as if there\u2019s a national food shortage. If your CNY prep is getting overwhelming, or you need a cheat sheet to survive the celebrations, we&#8217;ve got you covered. Don&#8217;t forget to immerse yourself in the festivities at <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-events-in-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year events in Singapore<\/a>!<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Chinese New Year in Singapore<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #333333;color:#333333\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#how-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year-2026-in-singapore\" title=\"How to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore\">How to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#1-toss-yusheng-for-a-prosperous-year-of-the-horse\" title=\"1. Toss yusheng for a prosperous year\">1. Toss yusheng for a prosperous year<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#2-have-family-feasts-at-reunion-dinners\" title=\"2. Have family feasts at reunion dinners\">2. Have family feasts at reunion dinners<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#3-load-up-on-the-tastiest-cny-snacks\" title=\"3. Load up on CNY snacks\">3. Load up on CNY snacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#4-decorate-your-home-for-cny\" title=\"4. Decorate your home for CNY\">4. Decorate your home for CNY<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#5-understand-the-chinese-new-year-traditions\" title=\"5. Understand CNY traditions\">5. Understand CNY traditions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#6-celebrate-with-festive-events\" title=\"6. Celebrate with festive events\">6. Celebrate with festive events<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#7-buy-cny-gifts-for-family-and-friends\" title=\"7. Buy CNY gifts for family and friends\">7. Buy CNY gifts for family and friends<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#8-look-your-best-in-classy-cny-outfits\" title=\"8. Shop for classy CNY outfits\">8. Shop for classy CNY outfits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#9-cny-games-and-movies-for-festive-fun-at-home\" title=\"9. Enjoy CNY games and movies\">9. Enjoy CNY games and movies<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#frequently-asked-questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#when-is-chinese-new-year-2026-in-singapore\" title=\"When is Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore?\">When is Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#what-are-the-key-traditions-and-customs-for-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\" title=\"What are the key traditions and customs?\">What are the key traditions and customs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#what-major-chinese-new-year-events-and-festivities-are-there-in-singapore\" title=\"What are the major Chinese New Year events?\">What are the major Chinese New Year events?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#how-do-i-participate-in-chinese-new-year-celebrations-as-a-newcomer-to-singapore\" title=\"How do I participate as a newcomer to Singapore?\">How do I participate as a newcomer to Singapore?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/guide-to-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\/#are-shops-and-attractions-open-during-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\" title=\"Are shops and attractions open during CNY?\">Are shops and attractions open during CNY?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-to-celebrate-chinese-new-year-2026-in-singapore\"><\/span>How to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-toss-yusheng-for-a-prosperous-year-of-the-horse\"><\/span>1. Toss yusheng for a prosperous Year of the Horse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_332599\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-332599\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-332599 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/chinese-new-year-in-singapore-greenwood-fish-market-yusheng-900x643.png\" alt=\"chinese new year in singapore | greenwood fish market yusheng\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/chinese-new-year-in-singapore-greenwood-fish-market-yusheng-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/chinese-new-year-in-singapore-greenwood-fish-market-yusheng-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/chinese-new-year-in-singapore-greenwood-fish-market-yusheng.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-332599\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Greenwood Fish Market<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Nobody wants to look like a total newbie during the Chinese New Year tradition of tossing yusheng &#8211; that&#8217;s why we&#8217;re here to help you look like a pro. In case you didn&#8217;t know, yusheng is the dish, and lo hei is the act of tossing the dish.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>These are all the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-lo-hei-yu-sheng-sayings-phrases-singapore\/\">lo hei sayings and phrases<\/a> you&#8217;ll need to know for Chinese New Year<\/li>\n<li>Want to know where to get the best? Keep tabs on our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-yusheng-singapore\/\">CNY yusheng in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>These <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-wishes-and-greetings-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year greetings<\/a> will come in handy before each meal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-have-family-feasts-at-reunion-dinners\"><\/span>2. Have family feasts at reunion dinners<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_308401\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-308401\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-308401 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-menus-2025-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"chinese new year menus reunion dinner singapore 2025\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-menus-2025-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-menus-2025-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-menus-2025.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-308401\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Ready for CNY reunion dinner in Singapore? Photography: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>A big part of this festival revolves around food, and we&#8217;re not complaining. Every year, families look forward to countless rounds of epic Chinese New Year reunion dinners featuring classic dishes like pen cai and yusheng. But, if every restaurant on your list is fully booked, we&#8217;ve got your back with more recommendations!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Book a table at the best <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-menus-restaurants-reunion-dinner\/\">Chinese New Year menus for reunion dinner in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Order <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-food-delivery-takeaway-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year food delivery and takeaway in Singapore<\/a> for all your home parties<\/li>\n<li>Plan fuss-free parties with <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-takeaway-catering-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year catering services in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Indulge in the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-pen-cai-singapore\/\">best pen cai in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Gather at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-restaurants-food-singapore\/\">best Chinese restaurants in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Where to try the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-steamboat-in-singapore\/\">best steamboat in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Go for the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-dim-sum-restaurants-singapore\/\">best dim sum in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Keep tabs on which <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/restaurants-dining-open-during-chinese-new-year-singapore\/\">restaurants in Singapore are open during CNY<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Find out the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/lucky-chinese-new-year-dishes-meaning-singapore\/\">meaning behind classic Chinese New Year dishes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-load-up-on-the-tastiest-cny-snacks\"><\/span>3. Load up on the tastiest CNY snacks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_332049\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-332049\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-332049 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Best-CNY-2026-snacks-in-Singapore-A-flatlay-of-Mandarin-oranges-fortune-cookies-and-kueh-bangkit-900x643.jpg\" alt=\"Best CNY 2026 snacks in Singapore - A flatlay of Mandarin oranges, fortune cookies and kueh bangkit\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Best-CNY-2026-snacks-in-Singapore-A-flatlay-of-Mandarin-oranges-fortune-cookies-and-kueh-bangkit-900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Best-CNY-2026-snacks-in-Singapore-A-flatlay-of-Mandarin-oranges-fortune-cookies-and-kueh-bangkit-768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/Best-CNY-2026-snacks-in-Singapore-A-flatlay-of-Mandarin-oranges-fortune-cookies-and-kueh-bangkit.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-332049\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Peiling Lee via Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Chinese New Year snacks can make or break a house visit, so you&#8217;ll want to stock up on classic versions, alongside unconventional flavours and creations to show that you&#8217;re the &#8220;cool aunt&#8221;. From hot favourites like pineapple tarts and bak kwa to modern renditions of CNY tidbits, these are our top picks.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stock up on the best <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-snacks-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year snacks in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Or go for <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/unique-non-traditional-cny-goodies\/\">unique, non-traditional CNY goodies<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Looking for the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-pineapple-tarts-in-singapore\/\">best pineapple tarts in Singapore<\/a>? You&#8217;ve come to the right place!<\/li>\n<li>Let the battle for the <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-bak-kwa-singapore\/\">best bak kwa in Singapore<\/a> begin!<\/li>\n<li>Nibble on addictive <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-cookies-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year cookies in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-decorate-your-home-for-cny\"><\/span>4. Decorate your home for CNY<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_311279\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-311279\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-311279 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/02\/chinese-new-year-plants-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"chinese new year plants singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/02\/chinese-new-year-plants-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/02\/chinese-new-year-plants-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2013\/02\/chinese-new-year-plants-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-311279\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Fox via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Want to usher in good fortune for the year? Deck your home with auspicious decorations and lovely Chinese New Year plants for the season. From peonies and orchids to bamboo plants and pussy willows, you&#8217;ve got plenty to choose from. You can even look for money trees, marigolds and citrus plants for more festive vibes!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Buy <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-plants-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year plants in Singapore<\/a> to welcome a year of prosperity<\/li>\n<li>Adorn your place with <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-home-decorations-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year decorations<\/a> from these shops in Singapore<\/li>\n<li>Get ready for the festive season with help from <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/spring-cleaning-services-singapore\/\">spring cleaning services in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-understand-the-chinese-new-year-traditions\"><\/span>5. Understand the Chinese New Year traditions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_247117\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-247117\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-247117 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/chinese-new-year-singapore-girl-holding-angbao-900x643.png\" alt=\"chinese new year singapore | girl holding angbao\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/chinese-new-year-singapore-girl-holding-angbao-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/chinese-new-year-singapore-girl-holding-angbao-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2021\/01\/chinese-new-year-singapore-girl-holding-angbao.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-247117\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">We&#8217;ve got the lowdown on Chinese New Year in Singapore.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This is an auspicious time of the year, and you don&#8217;t want to tempt fate by committing a CNY faux pas. Can you wash your hair? Can you clean the house? For real: you need to get acquainted with Chinese New Year superstitions. You&#8217;re welcome. We&#8217;ve unravelled red packet rates and etiquette for you, too. Oh, and don&#8217;t forget that you can gift e-ang baos \u2013 that means you can skip queueing at banks for new notes. Eco-friendly <em>and\u00a0<\/em>efficient? We love it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-traditions-dos-and-donts-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year traditions<\/a>: The do&#8217;s and don&#8217;ts to understand<\/li>\n<li>Check out the 2026 <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-red-packet-ang-bao-rates-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year ang bao rates<\/a> before you prepare your red packets<\/li>\n<li>Find out <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/where-to-get-new-bank-notes-singapore\/\">where to get new bank notes in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Try sending <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/how-to-send-digital-e-ang-bao-singapore\/\">e-ang baos for Chinese New Year<\/a> for a sustainable alternative<\/li>\n<li>Browse through this year&#8217;s range of new <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/latest-cny-ang-bao-red-packet-designs-singapore\/\">ang bao designs for CNY<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-celebrate-with-festive-events\"><\/span>6. Celebrate with festive events<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_333408\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-333408\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-333408 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/chinese-new-year-events-singapore-spring-blossoms-horse-lantern-at-gardens-by-the-bay-900x643.png\" alt=\"chinese new year events singapore | spring blossoms horse lantern at gardens by the bay\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/chinese-new-year-events-singapore-spring-blossoms-horse-lantern-at-gardens-by-the-bay-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/chinese-new-year-events-singapore-spring-blossoms-horse-lantern-at-gardens-by-the-bay-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2026\/01\/chinese-new-year-events-singapore-spring-blossoms-horse-lantern-at-gardens-by-the-bay.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-333408\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Gardens by the Bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You&#8217;ve gotta celebrate the Lunar New Year with a bang! The easiest way to get into the festive mood? Tick off all the CNY events\u00a0on your list. Highlights include the Chinatown street light-up, River Hongbao, Chingay Parade and more.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enjoy fun times with the family at <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-events-in-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year events in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinatown-cny-events-singapore\/\">CNY events in Chinatown<\/a>, from fairs to workshops<\/li>\n<li>Admire free <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/lion-and-dragon-dance-singapore\/\">lion and dragon dance performances in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>All the best <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/things-to-do-in-chinatown-singapore\/\">things to do in Chinatown<\/a> to immerse yourself in the festive spirit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7-buy-cny-gifts-for-family-and-friends\"><\/span>7. Buy CNY gifts for family and friends<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_311162\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-311162\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-311162 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/mdm-ling-cny-hampers--900x643.jpg\" alt=\"chinese new year hampers singapore | mdm ling\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/mdm-ling-cny-hampers--900x643.jpg 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/mdm-ling-cny-hampers--768x549.jpg 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/12\/mdm-ling-cny-hampers-.jpg 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-311162\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Mdm Ling Bakery<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Looking for gift sets and CNY hampers stuffed with goodies galore? You&#8217;ve come to the right place. We&#8217;ve rounded up our top picks, so all you have to do is browse through &#8217;em and hit order for your friends and business associates. From festive snacks to bottles of booze, our selection has it all.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where to buy <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-gifts-hampers-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year hampers and gifts in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-cny-beauty-products-singapore\/\">Chinese New Year beauty products<\/a> to shop for<\/li>\n<li>Order <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/cny-corporate-gifts-singapore\/\">CNY corporate gifts in Singapore<\/a> for clients and colleagues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8-look-your-best-in-classy-cny-outfits\"><\/span>8. Look your best in classy CNY outfits<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_332538\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-332538\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-332538 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/where-to-buy-cheongsams-in-singapore-900x643.png\" alt=\"where to buy cheongsams in singapore | chinese new year 2026 singapore\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/where-to-buy-cheongsams-in-singapore-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/where-to-buy-cheongsams-in-singapore-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/where-to-buy-cheongsams-in-singapore.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-332538\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photography: Yi Ren via Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Traditionally, new threads symbolise a new start. And with all the family reunions and CNY gatherings going on, of course, you need to look your best! Bright colours are an obvious choice, but if you&#8217;re going for a bolder look this season, try on a modern cheongsam or sashay in your relatives&#8217; homes donning batik clothes and fashionable CNY clothes.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Where to shop for <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/shop-cheongsams-in-singapore\/\">cheongsams in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Check out these <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/shop-batik-singapore\/\">batik shops in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Look fashionable in the coolest <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-clothes-men-women-singapore\/\">CNY clothes in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Add to cart: the new CNY collections from <a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/best-blogshops-in-singapore\/\">blogshops in Singapore<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9-cny-games-and-movies-for-festive-fun-at-home\"><\/span>9. CNY games and movies for festive fun at home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_287948\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-287948\" style=\"width: 900px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-287948 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-games-honeycombers-1-900x643.png\" alt=\"chinese new year games honeycombers (1)\" width=\"900\" height=\"643\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-games-honeycombers-1-900x643.png 900w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-games-honeycombers-1-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/static.thehoneycombers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/01\/chinese-new-year-games-honeycombers-1.png 1400w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 900px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 900\/643;\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-287948\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Huat it up with Chinese New Year games!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Wanna keep the festivities going strong? Gather your family and friends for rounds of popular Chinese New Year games. They&#8217;re entertaining and thrilling &#8211; and they&#8217;ll add a good dose of boisterous laughter to your reunion dinners. Try your hand at mahjong, baccarat, blackjack, and even CNY trivia. Or put on a classic CNY flick for good old laughs!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-new-year-games\/\">Chinese New Year games<\/a> for family fun<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thehoneycombers.com\/singapore\/chinese-movies-singapore\/\">Chinese movies in Singapore<\/a> to watch<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>That&#8217;s everything you need to know about celebrating Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore. Gong xi fa cai!<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"faqs-accordion\"><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"when-is-chinese-new-year-2026-in-singapore\"><\/span>When is Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Chinese New Year in Singapore will be observed on 17 to 18 February 2026 and is a two-day public holiday.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-are-the-key-traditions-and-customs-for-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\"><\/span>What are the key traditions and customs for Chinese New Year in Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Celebrations include tossing yusheng (lo hei) for prosperity, family reunion dinners, red packet (ang bao) etiquette, decorating homes, visiting friends and families, and observing cultural taboos and superstitions to usher in good luck.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what-major-chinese-new-year-events-and-festivities-are-there-in-singapore\"><\/span>What major Chinese New Year events and festivities are there in Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Expect vibrant Chinatown light-ups and festive fairs, River Hongbao lantern displays, the Chingay Parade, lion and dragon dance performances, and family-friendly activities across the city.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"how-do-i-participate-in-chinese-new-year-celebrations-as-a-newcomer-to-singapore\"><\/span>How do I participate in Chinese New Year celebrations as a newcomer to Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Plan ahead! Book reunion dinners early, explore Chinatown\u2019s decorations, attend cultural events and respect local customs, such as greetings and visiting temples during the festive period.<\/p>\n<\/div><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"are-shops-and-attractions-open-during-chinese-new-year-in-singapore\"><\/span>Are shops and attractions open during Chinese New Year in Singapore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div><p>Many restaurants and malls remain open, though some smaller businesses and Chinese-owned stores may close on the first day of CNY; hotels and major attractions will still welcome visitors.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><script type=\"application\/ld+json\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"When is Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Chinese New Year in Singapore will be observed on 17 to 18 February 2026 and is a two-day public holiday.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the key traditions and customs for Chinese New Year in Singapore?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Celebrations include tossing yusheng (lo hei) for prosperity, family reunion dinners, red packet (ang bao) etiquette, decorating homes, visiting friends and families, and observing cultural taboos and superstitions to usher in good luck.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What major Chinese New Year events and festivities are there in Singapore?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Expect vibrant Chinatown light-ups and festive fairs, River Hongbao lantern displays, the Chingay Parade, lion and dragon dance performances, and family-friendly activities across the city.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How do I participate in Chinese New Year celebrations as a newcomer to Singapore?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Plan ahead! 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