Holiday Highlights 2024

There’s a whole lot of fun to be had over the coming months in Singapore. As we roll up to the holiday period there’s plenty of cosy family events, fun nights out for friends, and cultural happenings to keep everyone entertained and curious as we see 2024 out with a bang.

Silent Disco: Christmas Moon

The ultimate Silent Night will take place this December with a Silent Disco under the full moon. Grab your friends, get your headphones comfortable, and let yourself go to a DJ spinning pop, rock and dance.
14 December. Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Observation Deck, Level 56, Tower 3, Sands SkyPark, 10 Bayfront Avenue, 018956
 pelago.com

Ice Magic

Head to Asia’s largest touring pop-up winter playground with frosty fun! Enjoy the ice merry-go-round, double-lane ice slide, and the city’s longest snow slope. Kids can try the new five-lane mini ice slide, and snap pics of the glacial art and illuminated icicles. Afterwards, visit the food village for Swiss rosti, spiced wine, and s’mores toasties.
9 December 2024 – 21 January 2025. Bayfront Event Space, 12A Bayfront Avenue, 018970
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A Universal Christmas

Experience the joy of Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore. Don’t miss Santa’s North Pole Headquarters in New York, featuring the North Pole Flying and Toy Divisions. Meet the Penguins of Madagascar, Po, Master Tigress, and the Minions, and enjoy the W.I.S.H. show with its dazzling performances and snowfall. Don’t forget to check out the stunning Christmas Tree of Wonders outside Gourmet Park, featuring daily light shows from 5:30pm – 9:30pm.
2 December 2024 – 1 January 2025. Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
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Wonderland Delights

 

Singapore’s Christmas Wonderland also returns to Gardens by the Bay on 1 December. Expect Santa and his elves to whip up something special as the fairground covers three zones: Supertree Grove, Frosty’s Fairground at The Meadow, and Gingerbread Grove. Illuminating light displays, the chance to experience “snow” in the tropics, carnival rides, games, and actual Santa Claus also await!
1 December 2024 – 1 January 2025, 6.30pm – 10.30pm. 18 Marina Gardens Drive, 018953
 gardensbythebay.com.sg

Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show

A century-old American Christmas tradition is arriving in town this December, as the Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show floral display, presented in collaboration with the Embassy of the United States in Singapore, makes its debut in Flower Dome. Experience the magic of model trains chugging past miniature versions of iconic American landmarks like the Statue of Liberty, Golden Gate Bridge, and Grand Central Station – all crafted from botanical materials such as pine cone scales, twigs, bark, seeds, and leaves.
2 December 2024 – 5 January 2025
gardensbythebay.com.sg/christmastrainshow 

Affordable Art Is Back

Courtesy of Andre Tan, “Chinese Bride #43, @utterly_art

The 15th year of Affordable Art Fair Singapore is back at the F1 Pit Building on 7 – 10 November. With all artworks priced under S$15,000, prepare to browse through 80+ galleries hailing from all around the world, witness large-scale installations, join hands-on workshops, and keep your eyes peeled for a few Christmas gifts.
1 Republic Boulevard, 038975
 
affordableartfair.com

Calling all Phantom Fans!

Courtesy of TM@1986 RUG ltd.

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s acclaimed musical The Phantom Of The Opera stops at Marina Bay Sands from 9 May – 1 June, 2025. This showstopper has garnered over 70 major theatre awards after almost 40 years on the stage and is widely considered one of the most spectacular productions of all time. For a night of beauty and emotion, it’s a big yes from us.
10 Bayfront Avenue, 018956
 baseasia.com

Fruity Wonders

Courtesy of @wonderfruitfestival

If your kids are back for the holidays and looking for something to perk them up, the annual Wonderfruit Festival in Thailand might be just the ticket! This year the festival that showcases art, music and sustainability is heralding its 10th birthday. Happening from 12 – 16 December, there’s an eclectic lineup of international and local artists, diverse music, interactive art installations, wellness workshops, culinary experiences, and more. Perfect for a pre-Christmas party!
The Fields at Siam Country Club, Chonburi, Thailand
wonderfruit.co/tickets

Wild Times Ahead

Get set for a cinematic adventure as Singapore’s only Nature Film Festival Earth in Focus comes to Sentosa on 2 – 3 November to unite film lovers and eco-enthusiasts together through captivating films, photography, ecological art exhibitions and vibrant workshops. For those with kids, there are special films and hands-on workshops aimed to ignite their passion for caring for the planet.
Siloso Beach, Sentosa Island, 099989
 earthinfocus.co