From 12 to 27 September, the Mid Autumn Festival 2026 at Gardens by the Bay is giving the attraction a glow up in the evenings with lantern displays and festive fun, including workshops, performances and street food.
The Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 at Gardens by the Bay
The theme for the Mid Autumn Festival celebrations at Gardens by the Bay this year is A Mid-Autumn Fantasy.
It features the homegrown character Fenbao. Fenbao is created by acclaimed Singaporean advertising creative Ms Lim Sau Hoong, a President’s Design Award recipient. Fenbao is joined by her faithful canine companion Ah Ken, friends Chiu Chiu and Pineapple Boy, and Bee Nini, a computer bee from the future.
Join Fenbao and her friends as they guide you into an imaginative and magical world where lights, nature and fantasy combine.
Glowing Lanterns at Gardens by the Bay’s Mid-Autumn Festival
This year’s festivities feature eight large-scale lantern sets. These run through the Gardens, from the Golden Garden to the Supertree Grove and beyond to Dragonfly Lake.
Visitors can also scan the contest QR code on the information boards next to the eight lantern sets and answer a question on Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay. Five participants who answer correctly will be selected at random to each win a 280ml stainless steel water bottle featuring Fenbao. Terms and conditions apply.
Moonlit Garden
Begin your journey at the Golden Garden, at the main Gardens by the Bay’s drop off. The beautiful lantern set here features Fenbao under a under the luminous Mid-Autumn moon. She discovers a magical garden where glowing flowers pave the way to the moon. It is a dreamlike world where every step reveals a new wonder waiting to be explored.
The Path of Wonder
From the Golden Garden, head up towards the Domes under a trail of radiant blossoms and flowing lantern lights. Follow Fenbao and her friends as they wander deeper into the enchanted garden, where a luminous stream of light fills the night with warmth, friendship and joy.
Colonnade of Lights
Make your way towards the Supertree Grove under close to 1,000 colourful lanterns, each thoughtfully designed and hand-painted by ordinary people from all walks of life.
Waterfall Fantasy
At the Supertree Grove, the dream unfolds with Fenbao surrounded by a shimmering waterfall with luminous fish gliding through the air and water. It is a magical world where the wonders of nature sparkle with life. At the 11m-tall, Waterfall Fantasy is the festival’s tallest lantern set – rising up against an iconic Supertree.
The Garden Celebration
The Supertree Grove is the setting for a radiant garden of glowing blossoms where Fenbao and her friends are gathered in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
This lantern set at Gardens by the Bay, featuring colourful flowers and floating Jelly fish, celebrates the magic of Mid-Autumn Festival under a moonlit sky. Visitors can step onto an elevated platform and become part of the scene as they pose for photos.
Colourful Blossoms
Before leaving the Supertree Grove, be sure to take a picture at the Colourful Blossoms archway. This is inspired by the Chinese phrase “花攒锦聚”, which describes a colourful and prosperous scene.
Gateway of Wonders
Then walk through the illuminated floral pillars and discover more of the enchanted world beyond.
The Dream Forest
At The Planet, Fenbao and her friends enters a mystical forest where trees glow softly in the night. Here, imagination lights the way and every path leads to new discoveries.
The Voyage
Dragonfly Lake is the where you can find Fenbao and her friends sailing across the shimmering waters with a majestic what. It is a magical journey where she continues wherever imagination leads.
The Voyage on Dragonfly Lake is the largest lantern set measuring 20m across and 6m in height.
Marketplace with Food, Carnival Games and Rides
From 12 to 27 September, Supertree Grove will also play host to a marketplace as part of Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay.
Pick up some food and beverages at the marketplace.
Then enjoy carnival games and family-friendly rides with family and friends.
Additional charges apply. Friends of the Gardens members enjoy 10% off at marketplace and a $3 discount with every $30 purchase or top-up at J’Kids Carnival Games.
Craft Corner
There will also be self-guide craft activities along the Colonnade during the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations. Fees apply for selected activities.
DIY Rabbit Lantern
13 Sep, 26 to 27 Sep, 6 pm to 9.30 pm
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival by creating your own Rabbit Lantern and adding to the festive glow. It is $13 per lantern.
Bunny Buddy
13 Sep, 26 to 27 Sep, 6 pm to 9.30 pm
Get creative this Mid-Autumn Festival and personalise your very own Bunny Buddy figurine with your favourite colour. It is $12 per bunny figurine.
DIY Kaleidoscope
13 Sep, 26 to 27 Sep, 6 pm to 9.30 pm
Craft your own kaleidoscope and step into a world of colours and symmetry. It is $12 per kaleidoscope.
Blossom Mirror Fan
19 to 20 Sep, 6 pm to 9.30 pm
Enjoy a hands-on crafting experience as you create a Tuan Shan (团扇), a traditional fan decorated with a small mirror and ornaments. It is $15 per mirror fan.
DIY Lantern Painting Activity
25 Sep, 6 pm to 8 pm
Add a splash of colour to your Mid-Autumn celebration and take home a unique keepsake from your visit. Free while stocks last.
Performances
Looking for more ways to soak in the festive atmosphere? Catch one of the performances taking place during the Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations at Gardens by the Bay.
LED Lion Dance
12 Sep, 8.30 pm, Supertree Grove Lawn
Watch a LED Lion Dance performance to kick off the Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 at Gardens by the Bay. The illuminated lions come to life with vibrant movements and lights.
Singapore Big Flag Championship
27 Sep, 1 pm to 7.30 pm, Supertree Grove Lawn
Watch teams showcase their skills and coordination as they manoeuvre large flags in this traditional competition.
When in competition, Big Flag teams put their strength, skill and coordination to the test by tossing massive 8.5m-tall flags into the air before balancing them on different parts of their bodies.
Dragon Dance
27 Sep, 7.30 pm, Supertree Grove Lawn
Celebrate the final day of the Mid-Autumn Festival with a lively Dragon Dance performance as the Mid-Autumn 2026 festivities come to a close.
Ongoing throughout Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay is Garden Rhapsody – Tales of the Moon, a special edition of the Supertree music and light show, at 7.45pm and 8.45pm nightly.
Inside the Flower Dome
You can also enjoy various activities that have been planned within the Flower Dome, where Lilytopia is taking place till 27 September.
Kid Enter Flower Dome Free from 5 to 27 Sep 2026
What’s more, kids aged 12 and below enjoy free admission to Flower Dome from 5 to 27 September. Standard admission charges apply for accompanying adults.
This promotion is applicable to Singapore residents only. Not applicable to organised group visits. Terms and conditions apply.
View the full details of the Kids Enter Flower Dome Free promo.
Fenbao Adventure Corner
5 to 27 Sep, 9 am to 9 pm, The Baobabs, Flower Dome
Sing along to lively tunes and enjoy captivating stories to the enchanting world of Fenbao and friends at the Adventure Corner in Flower Dome.
Mid-Autumn Festival Lantern Giveaway
19 to 20 Sep, 26 to 27 Sep, 5 pm to 7 pm, South American Garden, Flower Dome
Pick up a a complimentary lantern inside the Flower Dome, available while stocks last. You can also take it with you to enjoy the rest of the lanterns unfolds across the Gardens.
DIY Lantern Painting Activity
26 to 27 Sep, 1 pm to 3 pm, South American Garden, Flower Dome
Decorate a lantern to take home as a special keepsake from your Mid-Autumn Festival visit to Gardens by the Bay. Free while stocks last.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay 2026
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