We confirmed 20 Christmas events for kids in Singapore for 2026. The first is Storytelling at Canopy Park on 7 November, and the season runs until 3 January with Zoolympix: Stars of Mandai Festive Challenge. 7 of them are free. Every listing links straight to the host. This page is part of our guide to Christmas events for kids in Singapore.
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- 20 kids’ Christmas events confirmed for 2026 in Marina Bay, Orchard, Changi, Pasir Ris, Sentosa and more
- First: Storytelling at Canopy Park, Changi, 7 November
- Free events: Christmas on A Great Street 2026: Season of Golden Joy, Christmas on A Great Street Community Chest Light-Up Ceremony 2026, The Enchanted Nutcracker at West Mall, Season of Joy at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, Christmas Fest @ Downtown East 2026, A Christmas Story by World Christmas Market and more
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by area, with the date, time, price and the small things parents ask about (booking, ages, what is included).
Singapore Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 20 confirmed for 2026
- Areas
- Marina Bay, Orchard, Changi, Pasir Ris, Sentosa, Bukit Batok, Fort Canning, Jurong, Lim Chu Kang, Mandai and Tanglin
- Season
- 7 November to 3 January
- Free events
- 7
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Christmas events for kids in Marina Bay
4 confirmed events in Marina Bay, soonest first.
Christmas show
The Ultimate Holiday Playdate at Suntec City (Marina Bay)
- When: 12 November to 27 December; snow showers Fri to Sun evenings
- Where: Suntec City Atrium and Suntec Plaza, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Marina Bay 038983 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry, games and meet-and-greets priced separately
- Ages: All ages
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Suntec City teams up with Cartoon Network for A Beary Fun Playdate in the atrium. There is a 5-metre Powerpuff Girls Mega Claw Machine ball pit, a We Bare Bears Super Slide, a floor-is-lava arena, themed carnival games and claw machines.
The Powerpuff Girls Live meet-and-greet runs at the Lava Arena at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm every weekend from 14 November to 27 December, with a special appearance on Christmas Day. A S$30 minimum spend in one same-day receipt unlocks a photo pass. Outside at Suntec Plaza, snow showers run Friday to Sunday evenings at 7.30pm, 8.30pm and 9.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, including Christmas Day, and at 7.30pm and 8.30pm on Sundays and Christmas Eve.
Parent tip: This is a holiday playdate with a Christmas Day appearance rather than a Christmas-only event. Entry is free for Suntec+ members, so check the Suntec site for non-member details.
- Host
- Suntec City (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Suntec City Atrium and Suntec Plaza, 3 Temasek Boulevard, Marina Bay 038983 (opens in maps)
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- On the host’s page, checked
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Pororo Park Singapore: Final Christmas Celebrations (Marina Bay)
- When: Daily, Sat 21 November to Fri 25 December
- Where: Pororo Park Singapore, Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #01-049, Marina Bay 039594 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Standard playtime admission, Lil' Elf Pass S$15
- Ages: Young children
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Pororo Park Singapore at Marina Square closes in March 2027 as the mall is redeveloped, and it marks its final Christmas with Santa Pororo and friends in a Christmas Candyland. Daily festive stage performances, a Christmas Wishing Tree, bubble fog parties, the 12 Days of Christmas Giveaway and outdoor carolling run from 21 November to 25 December.
Children can take on Lil' Elf Christmas Missions with Pororo's Lil' Elf Pass at S$15, which includes a Play and Bake session at Loopy's Bake House and a DIY Snow Globe Workshop, ending with a graduation certificate and a blind box or bag gift. Standard admission charges apply for playtime.
The farewell programme continues beyond Christmas into 2027 with memory walls, family races and character appearances until the park closes in March 2027.
Parent tip: This is a paid indoor playground with ticketed activities, so confirm session times and the pass details with the park before visiting.
- Host
- Pororo Park Singapore (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Pororo Park Singapore, Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #01-049, Marina Bay 039594 (opens in maps)
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Christmas Together 2026: A Singaporean Christmas Village (Marina Bay)
- When: Fri 27 to Sun 29 November, 10am to 9pm
- Where: Hall F, Sands Expo and Convention Centre, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay 018956 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry with registration, workshops and some activities extra
- Ages: All ages
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Christmas Together fills 70,000 square feet in Hall F with 18 signature experiences, more than 150 brands, 50 live performances and 40 workshops. Children can write a letter at Santa's Post Office, make a ribbon-and-charm bear at the Kindness Bear House, open the Christmas Shophouse Surprise and try the Village Carnival. Proceeds support Singapore Red Cross Young Hearts.
Entry is free with registration. Each adult registers separately and receives a Village Pass by email, while children and teens under 18 go under one accompanying adult's registration. Walk-ins are also accepted on the day, but registered visitors skip the queue. Many activities cost nothing, some invite a donation, and selected workshops and experiences carry separate charges shown before you take part. Hall F is a short walk from Bayfront MRT.
Parent tip: Book popular workshops early online, as places are limited.
- Host
- Christmas Together (Sustainable Markets SG and Peace of Art SG) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Hall F, Sands Expo and Convention Centre, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay 018956 (opens in maps)
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- Recommended
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- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas Wonderland 2026 (Marina Bay)
- When: Nightly, Fri 27 November to Sun 3 January, 6.30pm to 11pm
- Where: Supertree Grove and The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Marina Bay 018953 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Admission fees apply, prices to be announced
- Ages: All ages
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Christmas Wonderland, presented by Trip.com, returns for its 13th edition across a 30,000 square metre fairground at Supertree Grove and The Meadow. Families can walk through large light displays, watch the Flying Santa soar across The Meadow and try Blizzard Time at the Spalliera. There are also carnival games and rides, plus yuletide entertainment on the grounds.
It runs nightly from 6.30pm to 11pm, with last admission at 10.15pm. Admission fees apply, and the Gardens have said ticket prices and more programme details will be released in the coming weeks, so check the event page before you go.
It is a large outdoor fairground, so wear comfortable shoes for walking between the light displays and the carnival area. The Gardens' notices list occasional maintenance closures for the OCBC Skyway and Supertree Observatory, so check the Gardens site if you plan to combine your visit with other attractions.
Parent tip: Evenings are the only opening hours, so plan an earlier dinner and expect crowds on weekends. Check the page for ticket prices once they are released.
- Host
- Gardens by the Bay (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Supertree Grove and The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Marina Bay 018953 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas events for kids in Orchard
4 confirmed events in Orchard, soonest first.
Christmas light-up
The Great Christmas Village by Kiztopia at Ngee Ann City (Orchard)
- When: Daily, Fri 13 November to Sun 3 January, 3pm to 10pm
- Where: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, 391 Orchard Road, Orchard 238872 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry, carnival games paid with a Kiztopia card from S$35
- Ages: All ages
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Kiztopia returns for a second year with a Sweet Treats themed village at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Children can try pinball, claw machines and a balloon shooting range, ride the Mastercard Train or join the LEGO workshop. A Marvel Avengers Christmas tree stands at the centre, and snowfall shows run at the Hitachi Santa House at 8pm and 9pm every night.
On weekends there are live performances at 7.15pm, 8.15pm and 9.15pm. The village opens at 3pm daily and closes at 10pm, stretching to 10.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays in December and to 1am on 24 December. Games are played with a Kiztopia carnival card, with new cards from S$35 when paying by Mastercard.
Parent tip: Cards are valid at both village venues until 3 January 2027 and unused balances are non-refundable, so start with a small top-up for younger children.
- Host
- Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) and Kiztopia (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, 391 Orchard Road, Orchard 238872 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas on A Great Street 2026: Season of Golden Joy (Orchard)
- When: Every evening, Tue 17 November to Sun 3 January
- Where: Orchard Road, Orchard 238801 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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This year's theme is Season of Golden Joy. Families can stroll the 3.1km stretch past five lit photo installations, including the arch in front of ION Orchard and the tree at Mandarin Gallery. A 6.2 metre Merli wearing a Santa hat stands on the Shaw House facade and is lit nightly from 6.30pm.
A multimedia projection show plays on the Hilton Singapore Orchard facade from 7pm to 10pm daily, running later on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve. Music in the Air fills the walkways at ION Orchard, Mandarin Gallery, Paragon and Shaw House from 10am to 6.59pm. The lights are free to enjoy, and the Great Christmas Village listed separately has games for children.
Parent tip: The pavements get busy after dusk on weekends, so go early or on a weekday with young children.
- Host
- Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Orchard Road, Orchard 238801 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas on A Great Street Community Chest Light-Up Ceremony 2026 (Orchard)
- When: Tue 17 November, from 7pm
- Where: Shaw House Urban Plaza, 1 Scotts Road, Orchard 228208 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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The Orchard Road Business Association and Community Chest open Christmas on A Great Street with a light-up ceremony on Tuesday 17 November 2026, from 7pm onwards. It takes place at Shaw House Urban Plaza, where the street's lights are switched on for the season.
The evening is framed around giving, with Community Chest inviting visitors to donate to programmes for families, seniors, youth and people with disabilities. It is a good first look at the decorations before the crowds build up in December. The Great Christmas Village at Shaw House opens a few days later on 20 November, and the Ngee Ann City village is already open from 13 November.
Parent tip: The ceremony starts at 7pm on a school night, so arrive early if you want a spot near the stage with younger children.
- Host
- Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Shaw House Urban Plaza, 1 Scotts Road, Orchard 228208 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
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Christmas paradeFree
The Great Christmas Eve Street Party 2026 (Orchard)
- When: Thu 24 December, 8pm to 12.15am
- Where: Orchard Road, Paterson Junction to Bideford Junction, Orchard 238801 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Part of Orchard Road, from Paterson Junction at ION Orchard to Bideford Junction at Ngee Ann City, becomes a street party on Thursday 24 December. Road closures run from 6pm to 2am, and the event itself runs from 8pm to 12.15am. Benjamin Kheng and Maia Lee headline, with DJ sets, festive mascots and food trucks.
Sleigh the Street, by *SCAPE, adds street dance, graffiti art, circus performances and hands-on creative activities aimed at younger audiences. The night ends with a countdown into Christmas Day. The nearby Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City is open until 1am on 24 December if children want games and snowfall first.
This is a late-night event in the middle of the city, so it suits families with older children or those happy to leave early. Orchard Road is closed to vehicles during the party, and food trucks are on site.
Parent tip: Programme ends after midnight and crowds are heavy, so older children and early arrival suit best. Check road closure times for pick-up and parking.
- Host
- Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Orchard Road, Paterson Junction to Bideford Junction, Orchard 238801 (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Changi
2 confirmed events in Changi, soonest first.
Christmas story time
Storytelling at Canopy Park (Changi)
- When: Sat 7 November and Sat 5 December, 11am
- Where: Petal Garden, Canopy Park, Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Changi 819666 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Event ticket complimentary, Canopy Park admission required
- Ages: Ages 4 to 8, open to children 12 and below
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Young explorers gather in Petal Garden at Canopy Park for a story curated for children, then stay on for a mini craft where they make a keepsake inspired by the tale. Each session lasts 50 minutes to an hour including the craft, and the children's event ticket is complimentary.
A separate Canopy Park admission ticket or PlayAtJewel membership is needed to enter. The recommended age is 4 to 8, though children up to 12 can take part, and every child needs an event ticket. Each child must be accompanied by an adult, with a maximum of two adults per child. Adults do not need a storytelling ticket but must hold a valid attraction ticket or membership. The page does not state a Christmas theme, so treat it as a seasonal story time.
Parent tip: Register online in advance, as capacity is limited, or collect tickets at the Level 1 or Level 5 concierge on the day if available. Arrive 15 minutes early.
- Host
- Jewel Changi Airport (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Petal Garden, Canopy Park, Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Changi 819666 (opens in maps)
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas at Jewel 2026 (Changi)
- When: Daily, Fri 13 November to Sun 3 January; snowfall from 8.05pm
- Where: Jewel Changi Airport, Forest Valley and Canopy Park, 78 Airport Boulevard, Changi 819666 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Forest Valley free, Canopy Park needs a ticket
- Ages: All ages
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From 13 November, the 16 metre Uniqlo Jewel Christmas Tree stands in Forest Valley, with a brownstone house at its heart and a gifting theme. Up on Level 5, Canopy Park becomes a Starry Christmas wonderland of dazzling displays and gingerbread characters that children can follow through the park.
Let It Snow brings snowfall over Forest Valley and Canopy Park. Showtimes are 8.05pm and 9.05pm from Monday to Thursday, and 8.05pm, 9.05pm and 10.05pm from Friday to Sunday, including eves of public holidays and public holidays. The 10.05pm show is at Forest Valley only. Forest Valley can be enjoyed without a ticket, while Canopy Park needs its own admission ticket.
Parent tip: Forest Valley and the Rain Vortex have occasional advisory closures, so check the Jewel site before travelling.
- Host
- Jewel Changi Airport (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Jewel Changi Airport, Forest Valley and Canopy Park, 78 Airport Boulevard, Changi 819666 (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Pasir Ris
2 confirmed events in Pasir Ris, soonest first.
Christmas light-up
A Sweet Christmas at Downtown East (Pasir Ris)
- When: Mon 16 November to Thu 31 December; market Fri to Sun to 20 December
- Where: Downtown East, Event Square and Wild Wild Wet, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Pasir Ris 519599 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry to the precinct, Wild Wild Wet tickets extra
- Ages: All ages, pinata smash for children 12 and below
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From 16 November, Downtown East is dressed as a candy wonderland, with giant doughnut, gingerbread and lollipop photo spots at Event Square. A Christmas market runs every Friday to Sunday from 20 November to 20 December, 12pm to 8pm. Bubble shows play at 7pm on 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 December.
Children aged 12 and below can join the lollipop pinata smash at 12pm on 22 and 29 November and 6, 13 and 20 December for a chance at prizes such as Wild Wild Wet and PLAYON passes. Christmas carolling runs at 6.30pm and 7.30pm on 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 24 and 25 December. Over at Wild Wild Wet, giant candy-themed floats drift along the river, and day passes include a scoop of Lickers ice cream.
Parent tip: Pinata sessions are first come, first served, so arrive a little early. Wild Wild Wet needs its own ticket.
- Host
- Downtown East (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Downtown East, Event Square and Wild Wild Wet, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Pasir Ris 519599 (opens in maps)
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Christmas showFree
Christmas Fest @ Downtown East 2026 (Pasir Ris)
- When: Fri 4 December, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, and Sat 5 December, 5.30pm to 8.30pm
- Where: Begonia Terrace, Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Pasir Ris 519599 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Christmas Fest @ Downtown East is a community celebration over two evenings. Highlights include carnival games with prizes, special performances and activities for all ages, all set up at Begonia Terrace.
Admission is free and everyone is welcome. All booths are free to take part in, except the Christmas market and food stalls, although the popcorn, ice cream and candy floss booth is included. It falls on the same weekend as the bubble shows and carolling in the A Sweet Christmas programme at Event Square, so you can combine both in one evening.
Check the event page for any last-minute changes to timings. The Downtown East complex is next to the terrace, so you can plan a meal around the evening programme.
Parent tip: Friday starts at 6.30pm and Saturday at 5.30pm. Pasir Ris MRT shuttle and parking details are on the Downtown East site.
- Host
- Downtown East (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Begonia Terrace, Downtown East, 1 Pasir Ris Close, Pasir Ris 519599 (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Sentosa
2 confirmed events in Sentosa, soonest first.
Visit with Santa
A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore (Sentosa)
- When: Daily, Fri 27 November to Sun 3 January
- Where: Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa 098269 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Universal Studios Singapore admission applies
- Ages: All ages
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Hollywood Boulevard becomes Dazzling Dessert Studios, a candy-themed setting with oversized desserts and a 10 metre Confectionery Christmas tree. Children can meet Santa Claus, Mrs Claus, Hello Kitty and Kuromi for festive photos.
In New York, The North Pole Jingle Jam features concert-inspired sets, and Universal Jingle Jam brings Poppy from Trolls, Sesame Street friends and the Minions into a sing-along. Character meet-and-greets and snowfall moments run through the season. The event is included with Universal Studios Singapore park admission, so ticket prices follow the park's own pricing.
Check the park's opening hours on the day, as they can vary, and look at the entertainment schedule for meet-and-greet and show times once you are inside.
Parent tip: Show and meet-and-greet times change daily, so check the park's entertainment schedule when you arrive.
- Host
- Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa 098269 (opens in maps)
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- On the host’s page, checked
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Season of Joy at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa
- When: Daily, Fri 27 November to Sun 3 January
- Where: WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa 098269 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free to visit, keepsake with S$88 spend
- Ages: All ages
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At the heart of Season of Joy is Colours of our Wishes, where visitors pick one of seven coloured ribbons, write a wish and add it to a festive installation that fills up over the season. An eight-metre Christmas tree and holiday displays set the scene at WEAVE, with pop performances, weekend jazz, Christmas carols and balloon sculpting for children.
Families can meet Santa at the Holiday Audio Lounge in the lead-up to Christmas, and look for a towering gift-box photo spot at Grand Avenue. Spending at least S$88 in up to two same-day receipts at WEAVE earns a Gori-knot keychain. Check the resort site for Santa's exact times.
The wish installation fills up as more ribbons are added through the season, so a visit in December shows a fuller display than one in late November.
Parent tip: Performance and Santa times are not listed in the article we read, so check the Resorts World Sentosa site on the day.
- Host
- Resorts World Sentosa (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Sentosa 098269 (opens in maps)
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- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas events for kids in Bukit Batok
1 confirmed event in Bukit Batok, soonest first.
Christmas paradeFree
The Enchanted Nutcracker at West Mall (Bukit Batok)
- When: Weekends from Sat 21 November to Sun 20 December, mostly 5pm; decor to 31 December
- Where: West Mall, 1 Bukit Batok Central Link, Bukit Batok 658713 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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West Mall is decked out in Nutcracker themes from 13 November to 31 December, with free weekend activities starting on 21 November. Children can meet Santa Claus at 5pm on 21 November, 5 December and 19 December, and collect balloons from ballerinas and toy soldiers at 2pm on the same days.
Other weekend items include roving ballerina performances on 28 November and 12 December at 5pm, the TAS Children's Pop Choir on 22 November, 6 December and 20 December at 5pm, and a Nutcracker Marching Band Parade on 29 November and 13 December at 5pm. A Christmas market runs in the Level 1 Atrium from 14 to 27 December.
Balloon giveaways and Santa sessions fall on the same Saturdays at 2pm and 5pm, so you can combine them in one afternoon visit.
Parent tip: The mall's own events page had not yet posted this programme when we checked, so look at West Mall's social channels for any changes.
- Host
- West Mall (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- West Mall, 1 Bukit Batok Central Link, Bukit Batok 658713 (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Fort Canning
1 confirmed event in Fort Canning, soonest first.
Christmas marketFree
A Christmas Story by World Christmas Market (Fort Canning)
- When: 10 December to 3 January
- Where: Fort Canning Park and METT Hotel Singapore, 11 Canning Rise, Fort Canning 179881 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free
- Ages: All ages
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Fort Canning Park and METT Hotel Singapore host this festive pop-up with free entry. The Piazza is anchored by a 38-foot real Christmas tree surrounded by giant nutcrackers and illuminated reindeer, which make popular photo backdrops for children.
The Story Terrace offers gifting stalls and hands-on creative workshops for visitors of all ages. Open-air entertainment includes a 42-piece orchestra on the opening weekend, plus brass and saxophone groups and community choirs on scheduled dates. The Merry Grounds is a food and dining market with seasonal treats in a pet-friendly open-air setting.
The organisers have set the event in Fort Canning Park and METT Hotel Singapore at 11 Canning Rise. Because admission is free, evenings and weekends tend to be busy, so plan your visit time with young children in mind.
Parent tip: Weekend evenings can be lively, so an earlier visit suits a stroll with small children. Confirm programme dates on the organiser's page before you go.
- Host
- World Christmas Market (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Fort Canning Park and METT Hotel Singapore, 11 Canning Rise, Fort Canning 179881 (opens in maps)
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Christmas events for kids in Jurong
1 confirmed event in Jurong, soonest first.
Christmas crafts
TOTally Science: Santa's Glowing Christmas Rescue (Jurong)
- When: Sat 5 December, 10am to 11.30am
- Where: KidsSTOP, Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road, Jurong 609081 (opens in maps)
- Cost: S$65 per child (S$60 for members)
- Ages: Ages 2 to 3
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Santa's Glowing Christmas Rescue is a festive workshop in the TOTally Science series at KidsSTOP, the Science Centre's early-years space. Young ones conquer a glow trail, craft their own glowing lantern and race to deliver presents so that Christmas is saved.
It is pitched at children aged 2 to 3 and runs on Saturday 5 December from 10am to 11.30am. The fee is S$65 for non-members and S$60 for members. Places are bookable in advance through the Science Centre, and the Centre's own listing was not yet published when we checked, so confirm the booking details before you commit.
The workshop is held at KidsSTOP, the Science Centre's early-years space,.
Parent tip: Book ahead, as small-group workshops fill up. Parents normally stay with children of this age, so check what the booking page says about accompanying adults.
- Host
- Science Centre Singapore (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- KidsSTOP, Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road, Jurong 609081 (opens in maps)
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas events for kids in Lim Chu Kang
1 confirmed event in Lim Chu Kang, soonest first.
Christmas market
Almost December 2026 Christmas Marketplace (Lim Chu Kang)
- When: Fri 20 to Sun 22 November
- Where: Far East Flora Centre, Level 2, 55 Lim Chu Kang Lane 1, Lim Chu Kang 718809 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Free entry, workshops extra
- Ages: Family-friendly and adult workshops
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Almost December is a Christmas marketplace organised by Far East Flora Market at the Far East Flora Centre. Families can browse independent vendors for gifts, food, handmade crafts and lifestyle products, and pick up fresh Christmas blooms, wreaths and mini Christmas trees.
Hands-on creative workshops include Christmas wreath-making, mini Christmas tree building, pressed flower art and floral suncatcher crafting, with a mix of family-friendly and adult sessions. A portion of proceeds from selected Christmas workshops goes to Red Cross Youth. Entry is free, and workshop places are limited, so sign up online in advance.
Bring a bag for any wreaths or plants you buy. Check the organiser's page for the workshop timetable and registration links before you go.
Parent tip: Workshops need advance sign-up and some are for adults only, so check the age notes when you book.
- Host
- Far East Flora Market (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Far East Flora Centre, Level 2, 55 Lim Chu Kang Lane 1, Lim Chu Kang 718809 (opens in maps)
- Sign-up
- Recommended
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas events for kids in Mandai
1 confirmed event in Mandai, soonest first.
Christmas family event
Zoolympix: Stars of Mandai Festive Challenge
- When: Daily, Sat 7 November to Sun 3 January, 10am to 7pm
- Where: Zoolympix Village, Mandai Wildlife East Lawn, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Mandai 729826 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Village ticket S$20 (usual price), free with selected park tickets for residents
- Ages: Designed for ages 3 to 12
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This year-end festive challenge at Mandai Wildlife Reserve invites children to become Zoolympians. At Zoolympix Village on the East Lawn, ten immersive challenges are modelled on animal stars such as Ah Meng, Karma and Jubilee, testing agility, balance, discovery and survival skills. Children track progress on an activity card and receive a Zoolympian medal at the finish.
Five Zoolympix outposts in the wildlife parks add bonus challenges, photo spots and animal facts. The village is open daily from 10am to 7pm. The page lists the village ticket at a usual price of S$20, and local residents get access plus a S$10 retail and food voucher with selected park admission purchases. The event is festive and year-end themed rather than specifically Christmas.
Parent tip: Park admission is separate from the village ticket unless a resident bundle applies. Bring water and sun protection, as the East Lawn is outdoors.
- Host
- Mandai Wildlife Reserve (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Zoolympix Village, Mandai Wildlife East Lawn, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Mandai 729826 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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Christmas events for kids in Tanglin
1 confirmed event in Tanglin, soonest first.
Christmas show
Holiday Express: A Magical Journey at Tanglin Mall
- When: 13 November to 3 January; carnival Fri to Sun to 20 December, then daily to 27 December
- Where: Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, Tanglin 247933 (opens in maps)
- Cost: Snowfall and festive activities free, carnival tokens from S$20 for 8
- Ages: All ages
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Holiday Express fills Tanglin Mall with Christmas activities for children. The outdoor carnival at the Level 1 pedestrian area runs Fridays 5pm to 9pm and weekends 11am to 9pm until 20 December, then daily 11am to 9pm from 21 to 27 December. Tokens are sold on site, S$20 for 8 or S$50 for 25, with the Christmas train ride and bouncy castle at 3 tokens each.
Snow Splendours runs from 14 November to 3 January at the Level 1 Outdoor Foyer, with foam avalanche and snowfall sessions at about 7.30pm and 7.45pm on weekdays and extra shows on weekends. Free festive activities at the Level 1 Atrium from 14 November to 27 December include Jolly Colouring, a Letter to Santa postcard and a recorded Merry Call.
Parent tip: Snow shows are short, around 15 minutes, so arrive a little before the start time to get a good spot.
- Host
- Tanglin Mall (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, Tanglin 247933 (opens in maps)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
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A story for the trip home
Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is hand-painted in watercolor. It is a cozy five-minute read after a big day out.
A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor. Ages 0 to 8.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Singapore in 2026?
We confirmed 20 Christmas events for kids in Singapore for 2026, each on its host’s own page, including Christmas Wonderland 2026 (Marina Bay), The Great Christmas Eve Street Party 2026 (Orchard), Christmas Together 2026: A Singaporean Christmas Village (Marina Bay) and 17 more. Each one is listed above with times, cost and a link to the host.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Singapore?
Yes. 7 of the 20 events here are free, including The Great Christmas Eve Street Party 2026 (Orchard), A Christmas Story by World Christmas Market (Fort Canning), Season of Joy at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa and 4 more. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Singapore this year?
Santa appears at Pororo Park Singapore: Final Christmas Celebrations (Marina Bay), Season of Joy at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore (Sentosa) and 1 more. Times and booking rules are in each listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times and kids’ workshops in Singapore?
Story times and kids’ workshops on this page: Storytelling at Canopy Park (Changi).
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city, library or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on 4 November 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
The story of Christmas in Singapore
Orchard Road has been lit up for Christmas every year since 13 December 1984, and the lights kept going through SARS, two recessions and COVID-19. For a city near the equator, Singapore takes its snowy holiday seriously.
Cold Storage shoppers and the 2,000 bulbs of 13 December 1984
Long before the official lights, Orchard Road was where Singapore did its Christmas shopping. By the 1930s, the British and other Europeans bought their Christmas goods at Cold Storage and the Orchard Road shops, and after the war the YMCA on Orchard Road kept up its carols and concerts. The official Christmas Light-Up began on 13 December 1984, with about 2,000 bulbs across Orchard Road and Scotts Road.
At home, Christmas is a public holiday on 25 December. Many Eurasian families still cook feng, a dark pork curry, from rempah recipes handed down through the generations.
Tharman's 8 November switch-on and a 14m tree with snowfall
In 2025, the light-up turned 42. President Tharman Shanmugaratnam officiated the ceremony on 8 November, and lights ran along 3.1km of Orchard Road, from Tanglin to Dhoby Ghaut, until 1 January 2026. For SG60, the wreaths and ribbon swirls came with the SG60 logo and Merli, the Merlion mascot. A 14m Christmas tree had snowfall shows at 8pm and 9pm every night, and the Christmas Eve street party filled 400m of road from ION Orchard to Ngee Ann City.
In 2026, the light-up ceremony is on 17 November, Christmas Wonderland opens at Gardens by the Bay on 27 November, and the street party returns on 24 December.
Sharity the Elephant, blue bulbs and carollers in the malls
In 1984, Tangs department store lit a 4.6m tree with over 37,000 small bulbs. The next year's theme was "Christmas at the Equator", with comets and shooting stars for Halley's Comet. In 1988 came "Christmas Sharityland", starring Sharity the Elephant, the first year the light-up raised money for people in need. Most of the lights in the 1980s were yellow, and blue ones only turned up in the late 1990s. Christmas Wonderland began in 2014, and its Spalliera is 20m tall with 103,000 bulbs. And because most families live in high-rise flats, carollers sing in malls instead of going door to door.
Traditions today
- Orchard Road Christmas Light-Up: The lights go up along Orchard Road every year, as they have since 1984. In 2026 the light-up ceremony is on 17 November at Shaw House Urban Plaza.
- The Great Christmas Eve Street Party: Orchard Road closes to cars on Christmas Eve for music, mascots and food trucks, with a midnight countdown. In 2024, close to 300,000 people came.
- Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay: Giant light displays and "snow" under the Supertrees, held since 2014.
- Eurasian Christmas food: Feng, seaweed jelly, achar, fruitcake and brueder, a dense coconut toddy cake, shared with the whole family.
- Carolling in the malls: Carolling groups sing in shopping malls and public places, since door-to-door carolling is hard in high-rise flats.
- Nativity scenes: Churches, families and some department stores set up nativity scenes. Some families only put baby Jesus in the manger on Christmas Day.
A fact for kids
Orchard Road's Christmas lights once starred an elephant called Sharity. In 1988 the whole street was "Christmas Sharityland".
Questions about Christmas in Singapore
When did the Orchard Road Christmas light-up start?
The first official Christmas Light-Up was held on 13 December 1984, officiated by Dr Wong Kwei Cheong, then Minister of State for Trade and Industry. About 2,000 bulbs went up across Orchard Road and Scotts Road, and the Singapore Tourist Promotion Board made it an annual event from that year.
Who started the Orchard Road Christmas lights?
The Singapore Tourist Promotion Board, working with the Singapore Retail Merchants' Association, the National Association of Travel Agents and the Singapore Hotel Association. Malls, department stores and hotels also competed in a "Battle of Lights" contest. Today the season is run by the Orchard Road Business Association with the Community Chest.
When is the Orchard Road Christmas light-up in 2026?
The Christmas on A Great Street Community Chest Light-Up Ceremony is on Tuesday 17 November 2026 at 7pm, at Shaw House Urban Plaza. The 2026 season is called "Season of Golden Joy" and runs from 1 November 2026 to 3 January 2027, with golden photo spots along Orchard Road.
When is the Great Christmas Eve Street Party on Orchard Road in 2026, and which stretch closes?
The Great Christmas Eve Street Party is on Thursday 24 December 2026, from 8pm to 12.15am. Orchard Road closes to traffic from 6pm to 2am between Paterson Junction at ION Orchard and Bideford Junction at Ngee Ann City. Benjamin Kheng and Maia Lee lead the midnight countdown.
When does Christmas Wonderland 2026 open at Gardens by the Bay?
Christmas Wonderland 2026 opens on 27 November 2026 at the Supertree Grove and The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay. The fair has been held since 2014 and is produced by Blue Sky Events. Over its first ten editions, close to five million people visited.
How long is the Orchard Road Christmas light-up?
In 2025 the lights covered 3.1km of Orchard Road, from Tanglin to Dhoby Ghaut. Back in 2017 the stretch was 2.88km, from Tanglin Mall to Plaza Singapura, and making those decorations took about 76,800 man-hours, not counting the work to put them up.
Has the Orchard Road Christmas light-up ever stopped?
The light-up has kept going through hard times, including the 1997 Asian financial crisis, the 2003 SARS outbreak, the 2008/09 Great Recession and the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic. In 2025 it marked its 42nd year, after starting with about 2,000 bulbs in 1984 and growing to 3.1km of lights.
What was Christmas like in Singapore before the Orchard Road lights?
By the 1930s, the British and other Europeans did their Christmas shopping at Cold Storage and the Orchard Road shops. After the war, the YMCA on Orchard Road held Christmas carols and concerts. In the 1960s and 1970s, malls and hotels put up their own lights, before the official light-up began in 1984.
Is Christmas a public holiday in Singapore?
Yes. Christmas Day, 25 December, is a public holiday in Singapore. Christians go to church on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, and many families of other faiths also gather for a Christmas lunch or dinner. Local churches welcome visitors of every background to their Christmas services.
What do Eurasian families in Singapore eat at Christmas?
Eurasian Christmas food mixes Portuguese, Dutch, Asian and English influences. The table often has feng (a pork curry), seaweed jelly, achar pickles, fruitcake and brueder, a dense coconut toddy cake. After supper, the head of the family traditionally gives a toast to the coming year, with advice and blessings.
What is feng?
Feng is a dark, dry pork offal curry that many Eurasian families in Singapore cook for Christmas. It is made with rempah, a spice paste, and each family's rempah recipe is passed down through the generations. It is one of the dishes the National Heritage Board lists in its record of Christmas in Singapore.
Why don't carollers go door to door in Singapore?
Most Singapore homes are in high-rise flats, which makes door-to-door carolling difficult. Instead, carolling groups perform in shopping malls and other public places. Some volunteer groups also visit nursing homes at Christmas to share food and music with the residents.
Where do Christmas trees in Singapore come from?
Local nurseries in Singapore import pine trees in large numbers every December to meet demand. Families decorate them with baubles, religious ornaments and fairy lights, and top them with a star or an angel. Churches, families and some department stores also set up nativity scenes beside the tree.
How do I explain Christmas in Singapore to young kids?
Tell them Christmas celebrates the birth of Jesus, and that in Singapore people of many faiths join in. Families share a big meal, swap presents and set up nativity scenes. Some families wait until Christmas Day to put baby Jesus in the manger, which gives little ones something to look forward to.
Does the Orchard Road Christmas light-up raise money for charity?
Yes. It first raised funds for the needy in 1988, the year of "Christmas Sharityland". Today the light-up ceremony is a fundraiser for the Community Chest, run with the Orchard Road Business Association, and it supports more than 300 social service programmes.
Who was Sharity the Elephant?
Sharity the Elephant was the star of "Christmas Sharityland", the 1988 Orchard Road light-up. President Wee Kim Wee and the First Lady officiated that year, the lights reached as far as Marina Square, and it was the first time the light-up raised money for people in need.
When did Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay start?
Christmas Wonderland began in 2014 at Gardens by the Bay. By its 10th edition in 2023, close to five million people had visited. That year its fairground covered more than 27,000 square metres, with 13 light displays and a 65-metre tunnel of about 75,000 LED lights.
Does it snow at Christmas in Singapore?
No, Singapore sits near the equator, so the 1985 light-up theme was even called "Christmas at the Equator". The snow is made for fun instead. In 2025, the 14m Christmas tree on Orchard Road had snowfall shows at 8pm and 9pm, and Christmas Wonderland has its Blizzard Time.
How many people visit Orchard Road at Christmas?
Millions. Organisers expected 4 to 5 million people for the 2025 season. In 2024, the two Christmas villages drew over 1.1 million visitors combined, and close to 300,000 people came to the Christmas Eve street party. Back in 1984, the first light-up was estimated to attract 2.99 million visitors.
Besides the Orchard Road lights, what can kids do at Christmas in Singapore?
Kids can pick by mood. For bright lights, try Orchard Road or Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay. For a big day out, A Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore or Christmas at Jewel. Rally Takes the Train's Singapore Christmas events guide lists the 2026 dates and venues for each one.
Sources
- The Christmas Light-Up at Orchard Road, Since 1984, Remember Singapore
- Two Christmas villages, European-inspired market: Annual holiday light-up returns to Singapore's Orchard Road, The Star (The Straits Times)
- Christmas, Roots.sg, National Heritage Board
- Preview: Christmas Wonderland returns to Gardens by the Bay for 10th edition, Bakchormeeboy
- Orchard Road Christmas light-up has been a thing since 1984, Mothership
- Christmas on A Great Street 2026: Event Highlights, Orchard Road Business Association