Christmas is a special season. With the year winding down, it is a chance to enjoy time with family and friends. To get into the festive spirit, there are many different Christmas events and things to do during the year-end. Festive lights, Christmas markets, Christmas-themed activities, carolling, celebrations – there is no lack of Christmas events in Singapore to soak in the atmosphere.
If your family enjoys festive blooms, shopping for unique gifts and stunning Christmas décor – read on for ideas on where to spend your Christmas holidays in Singapore!
Christmas Things to Do & Events in Singapore 2025
Christmas Wonderland
Christmas Wonderland 2025 returns to Gardens by the Bay with its biggest edition yet from 29 November 2025 to 1 January 2026, bringing more lights, sights, and festive charm than ever before. Covering a sprawling 30,000 square metres, the twelfth edition brings an even broader selection of activities, installations, and festive moments for visitors young and old. More than 40 attractions and over 140 hours of programming await, blending exciting new additions with returning highlights that many have come to love. Find out more about Christmas Wonderland.
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When: 29 November 2025 to 1 January 2026
Where: Gardens by the Bay
Christmas Train Show at Flower Dome
The Christmas Train Show is back! This is one of the most kid-friendly floral displays each year. This year, the diversity of trains from Denmark, the USA, and Singapore stop by Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay in a magical snowy setting. Flower Dome’s signature Christmas trees and poinsettias during this special period enhance the warmth of the yuletide season. Read more about the Christmas Train Show at Gardens by the Bay.
When: Sunday, 23 November to Sunday, 4 January 2026
Opening Hours: 9 am to 9 pm
Where: Flower Dome
Ticketing: Admission charges to the Flower Dome apply
Sci-sational Christmas 2025 at Science Centre Singapore
The elves are hard at work preparing a surprise party for Santa. From 12 to 25 December, kids ages 5 and above can join them at five different activity stations around Science Centre Singapore and get the party ready!
Help the elves design a unique present, then create your own swirly, coloured gift wrapper. Complete the recipes for a Christmas feast and make glow-in-the-dark ornaments to light up the party. And since no celebration is complete without music, how about making a one-of-a-kind musical Christmas card too?
Once all the activities have been completed, kids can claim their official Sci-sational Christmas Party Planner Badge! Find out more about Sci-sational Christmas.
Carnival of Christmas Cheer
If you are looking for things to do to enjoy the festive Christmas spirit that will not take you too far away from home, head down to the Carnival of Christmas Cheer. Celebrate the season at Plantation Plaza from 6 to 7 December 2025, and continue the festive fun at Northshore Plaza from 20 to 21 December 2025, from 5 pm to 9 pm on both weekends and enjoy dazzling displays, engaging activities, and joyful entertainment. Get more details about the Carnival of Christmas Cheer.
Snow in Singapore
Want to experience “snow?” This is a great Christmas thing to do in Singapore that will get kids having fun and experiencing some of the joy of the festive season. We have a great list for you – just for that special White Christmas. Here is where to find that magical wintry treat! There are 12 spots in all to choose from.
Christmas on a Great Street & Orchard Road Light-Up
The Christmas lights along Orchard Road will be twinkling away as Christmas on A Great Street returns to spread the festive cheer. For some, viewing the Christmas lights along Orchard Road is an essential Christmas thing to do in Singapore. There are also photo spots along the pedestrian walkway along Orchard Road. Find out more about the Orchard Road Christmas light up.
The Great Christmas Village @ Ngee Ann City & Shaw House, Orchard
The Great Christmas Village by Kiztopia brings the festive season to life with two lively locations: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza and Shaw House Urban Plaza. Each location is packed with rides, games, and cheerful holiday attractions. Perfect for families with young children, the event offers everything from carousels, Ferris wheel rides, and mini express trains to carnival booths, claw machines, and adorable photo spots for Christmas keepsakes.
Where: Orchard Road (Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza & Shaw House Urban Plaza)
When:
8 November 2025 to 1 January 2026, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza
8 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, Shaw House Urban Plaza
Operating Hours: Daily, 10 am to 7 pm
Christmas FestiveFun at Our Tampines Hub
Get ready to glide into the holiday spirit! Our Tampines Hub (OTH) is once again transforming its Central Plaza into a winter wonderland, inviting families and friends to enjoy an exhilarating ice skating experience this festive season. Prepare for dazzling lights, joyful music, and unforgettable moments on the ice. The festive ice skating fun kicks off from 22 to 26 December 2026, welcoming skaters daily from 11 am to 9 pm. Make sure you don’t miss the magical Snowflake Skate sessions, which will light up the rink nightly at 6 pm, 7 pm, and 8 pm, promising a truly enchanting experience for all. On 24 and 25 December, there will be a host of exciting activities, including fun reindeer ring toss games, creative festive face painting for the little ones, and heartwarming parent-child skate sessions designed for shared enjoyment. Get more details about this event at Our Tampines Hub.
When: 22 to 26 December, 11 am to 9 pm
Where: Central Plaza, Our Tampines Hub
The Magic of Adventure with Disney Cruise Line at Jewel Changi Airport
From 5 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, during the year-end school holidays in Singapore, Jewel Changi Airport is celebrating the magic of adventure with Disney Cruise Line for the festive year-end season. From a towering 16-metre Christmas tree at the Forest Valley, to a special light show and even a chance to win a voyage, there are plenty of ways to get into the holiday spirit at Jewel. Read more about it here.
Festive WILD-erland at Bird Paradise & Rainforest Wild Asia
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Celebrate the year-end season at Festive WILD-erland where a dazzling 8-metre tall Tree of Life awaits at Mandai Wildlife West along with other activities and activations at Bird Paradise and Rainforest Wild Asia from 15 November 2025 to 4 January 2026. Snap photos with an eight-metre tall, wildlife-themed Christmas tree at Mandai Wildlife Reserve. Visitors can also count down to Christmas with daily surprises at Bird Paradise and Rainforest Wild Asia, where a digital advent calendar will spread festive cheer from 1 to 25 December 2025. Read more about Festive WILD-erland.
Christmas at Dempsey Hill
Christmas in Dempsey Hill has officially begun, bringing a warm, festive glow to the historic barracks. The charming enclave is dressed for the season, creating a welcoming atmosphere for visitors to shop, dine and enjoy leisurely strolls surrounded by holiday charm. Get more details about Christmas at Dempsey Hill.
Togetherland by World Christmas Market
View the lights and Christmas decor at The World Christmas Market Singapore. Get welcomed by whimsical giant candy canes and enjoy the festive vibes at Bayfront Event Space. Running from 11 December to 4 January, the festival ground is spacious, expansive, and welcomes visitors of all ages, as well as their furry pet friends to join in the joyful celebration of Christmas. Read more about Togetherland by World Christmas Market.
When: From now till 25 December 2024, Mon to Thu 5 pm to 11 pm, Fri to Sun 4 pm to 11 pm
Meet with Santa
Want to take the kids to see Santa this Christmas? We’ve traced him down at Santa meet- and-greets around Singapore. Remember to be nice! Find out where you can meet Santa this Christmas.
Trees of the World
If you are looking for a quieter way to taking in Christmas lights, Singapore Botanic Gardens has the Trees of the World light up this December. Take a stroll through the Gardens to view trees decorated with upcycled ornaments. Find out more about Trees of the World at Singapore Botanic Gardens.
ONE-derful Christmas Carnival
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Enjoy festive magic, family fun and merry moments with exciting activities, joyful performances, art & craft workshops and more at One Punggol. Best of all the ONE-derful Christmas Carnival is free entry for all. Find out more about the ONE-derful Christmas Carnival.
When: 15 to 25 December, 4 pm to 8 pm
Where: One Punggol
Christmas Kettling
Looking for ways to give back during the year-end season as a family? The Salvation Army is calling for volunteers to take part in its cherished holiday tradition of Christmas kettling, where everyone, including families, can come together to spread joy, ring bells, and inspire generosity during the holiday season. Find out more about Christmas Kettling with The Salvation Army.
