Ready to get festive? Here are all the best events to do in the run-up to Christmas 2023 in Singapore. All together now: it's the most wonderful time of the year!
So, you’ve bought the Christmas tree, the advent calendars are ordered, and you’re close to making that all-important decision for a kid-friendly Christmas dinner. But with the seemingly never-ending December school holidays, how will you keep the mini ones entertained throughout the whole break? Enter our roundup of the holliest, jolliest Christmas events for kids in Singapore this festive season. From Christmas crafting to markets and winter wonderlands, we’ve got you sorted.
Christmas 2023 events in Singapore + festive things to do with kids
1. Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay: Light displays, festive pirate ship and ‘snow’!
The one thing that makes Christmas in Singapore complete? Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay, of course! There are plenty of things to do here: from spotting Christmas lights (including the Garden Rhapsody Light and Sound Show) to taking photos with Santa Claus and the enormous Christmas tree. This year’s fairground is made up of three magical zones: Supertree Grove, Frosty’s Fairground at The Meadow and Gingerbread Grove. Look forward to 13 stunning light displays, ‘snow’ in the tropics, new carnival rides by Uncle Ringo, carnival games, live performances by local artistes and more! The Garden Rhapsody light and sound show will also charm visitors with the Supertree lights ‘dancing’ to Christmas classics. There will also be a brand new Holly Roger ship, which is a 24-metre-long whimsical light display! Don’t miss the 65-metre-long Walk of Lights tunnel either. Other installations include giant snowflakes and Santa’s boot!
Look out for the newly created Gingerbread Grove, with a vibrantly lit Gingerbread House set on a field of illuminated candy canes, as well as dessert stalls. With twice the number of food outlets this year, you’ll be spoilt for choice with more treats than ever before. Expect vendors like Burger & Lobster, Kebabs Faktory and Sofnade to fuel up and keep the kids fed during your visit.
When: Now till 1 January 2024
Where: Gardens by the Bay
Price: Tickets from $8 for adults and $6 for children (3 to 12 years old). Separate charges apply for OCBC Skyway, Supertree Observatory, Floral Fantasy and Gardens by the Bay conservatories.
2. Check out all the fun at Changi Festive Village
If you’re after festive fun with a sprinkling of candy, how about checking out the action over at Changi Festive Village? Changi Festive Village is back with more fun-filled activities for the whole family! Enjoy a magical snow house, glamping night with a majestic view of the HSBC Rain Vortex, cycle or walk down the dazzlingly lit Jurassic Mile in Changi’s longest-ever light-up and have an out-of-this-world adventure with candy-themed activities. Be sure to check out T3’s Candy Carnival for a rolling good time! Good luck getting the kids to leave!
When: Happening now!
Where: Changi Airport
Price: Snow house entry tickets are $18 or 20 carnival credits; Carnival tokens from $20
3. Orchard Road Christmas Light-up and Great Christmas Village
Get into holiday mode on Orchard Road, with the Christmas light-up. Pose for picture-perfect moments among the glittering reindeer and whimsical decor in pink, purple and blue! Don’t miss the various Christmas festivities happening at Shaw House Urban Plaza, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza and Plaza Singapura – keep your eyes peeled for carnivals and bouncy castles galore!
When: Now till 1 January 2024
Where: Orchard Road, Shaw House Urban Plaza, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, Plaza Singapura
4. Ice Magic: Winter Wonderland
Ice Magic, Asia’s largest touring pop-up winter playground is back! Get excited for a 3,000-square-metre snowscape, with Singapore’s first-ever merry-go-round on ice, the longest snow slope yet, a Double-Lane Couple Ice Slide, a picturesque wooden cottage and more! This year’s edition promises to be more enchanting than ever, with real snow and lots of exhilarating activities.
When: Now till 21 January 2024
Where: Bayfront Event Space
Cost: From $29 per ticket
5. Get wet at Xmas With A Splash @ VivoCity
Xmas With A Splash by Kiztopia will feature four large-scale Arctic-themed giant inflatables, with the introduction of a new wet play concept, Splashtopia! Dive into ball pits or zoom down an eight-metre-tall water slide and celebrate Christmas with a splash. Dry play areas available. Recommended for kids three to 12 years old.
When: Now till 1 January 2024
Where: VivoCity Outdoor Plaza, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
Price: Tickets from $18 per person.
6. A Christmas Candyland Takeover at Singapore Sports Hub
Head down to Singapore Sports Hub to see roving acts, live performances by talented local bands, light displays and awesome photo ops aplenty at the Christmas Candyland Takeover. There’s even a chance to meet Santa and Santarina! From giant-sized gingerbread men around the hub to magical festive lights, experience the Christmas spirit and snap some amazing photos with all the candy-themed decor. These decorations can be found all around the Sports Hub, especially around the Water Sports Centre, along Stadium Riverside Walk and at the atrium of Kallang Wave Mall.
When: Now till 31 December 2023, 4pm – 10pm
Where: Kallang Wave Mall, 1 Stadium Place, Singapore 397628
Price: Free!
7. Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park, Sengkang Grand Mall
Singapore’s first pop-up in-mall inflatable water park has landed, and it’s epic! Whimsical Sea-mas Water Park, located in the main atrium of Sengkang Grand Mall features an inflatable obstacle course, inflatable stand-up paddle boat experience, LED-lit sea creatures boat ride, inflatable hamster wheel, and various carnival games, rides and claw machines.
When: Now till 9 December 2023
Where: Sengkang Grand Mall, 70 Compassvale Bow, Singapore 544692
Price: Tickets from $22 per person or spend $50-$80 mallwide* to redeem one ticket.
*Excluding FairPrice Finest. Limited to one redemption per shopper per day. While stocks last. Combine up to 2 receipts.
8. Have a bouncing good time at Jumptopia Playful Wonders @ Marina Bay Sands
Back and bigger than before! Wrap up the year with a bang at Jumptopia Playful Wonders @ Marina Bay Sands! Spanning 45,000 sq ft of space at Marina Bay Sands Expo Hall C, there will be not one, not two, but seven curated inflatable zones for an experience like no other! There will also be a free-for-all carnival area – kids can enjoy Kiddy Go-Carts, claw machines and awesome F&B. From mega inflatables and play areas to stage performances, Christmas treats and more, families will get to play, feast, catch spectacular performances and shop all in one!
When: Now till 7 January 2024
Where: MBS Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall C (Level 1)
Price: Tickets from $28 per person.
9. Poinsettia Wishes 2023 at Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay’s signature year-end yuletide display, Poinsettia Wishes – A Nordic Christmas Adventure, returns this year to bring visitors on a voyage to a Viking-inspired wintry wonderland! Greeting visitors are Vikings in the form of cute and cuddly Nordic Nisses – little creatures that look like a hybrid between a garden gnome and Santa Claus – decked out in traditional Viking garb. Look out for these adorable miniature warriors in a landscape inspired by the dreamy fishing villages found along the coastlines of Nordic countries, best known for their rorbuer – picturesque red and white fishermen’s cabins that are iconic of the region’s nautical history. Surrounded by enchanting Christmas fir trees, the floral display features over 20 varieties of poinsettias, including unconventional ones with coloured bracts that are bright yellow, have a plum tint, or rounded, resembling mouse ears.
When: Now till 1 January 2024
Where: Gardens by the Bay
10. Superstar Christmas at Resorts World Sentosa
Get ready for a dazzling Christmas tree show, thrilling rides, a marine wonderland, and a gourmet food truck experience at Resorts World Sentosa’s Superstar Christmas. Christmas cheer is all over the place at Universal Studios Singapore, with your favourite characters dressed in their holiday best, and the theme park decked in festive decor. Fill your stomachs at the Gourmet Park, featuring dishes by Michelin-starred as well as up-and-coming chefs in Singapore. You can find everyone’s favourite chilli crab, burgers, Indian street food, lobster rolls, and more. Don’t forget to also check out the daily light and music show at The Christmas Tree of Wonders happening every evening (5.30pm, 7pm, and 8.30pm).
When: Now till 3 January 2024
Where: Resorts World Sentosa
11. Get booking your family Christmas feasts for early bird specials!
Staying in Singapore this Christmas? We got you covered with all the best places for a festive feast with the family. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Keep your eyes peeled for more things to do with the kids this Christmas in Singapore – more family-friendly events will be announced soon!