There are many ways to celebrate National Day in Singapore besides watching the parade at home. Celebrations are happening all over the island and you can choose to participate in the many events taking place in August 2025. Whether it’s a trip to the museum or attending a rousing concert, show your love for all things red and white and Singapore!
Things to Do for National Day 2025 in Singapore: Fun Ideas and Activities
Then, Now, Always Singapore at Singapore Discovery Centre
2 to 3 August & 9 to 10 August, Singapore Discovery Centre
Celebrate our nation’s 60th birthday at Singapore Discovery Centre this August with a vibrant celebration of the past, present and future! Head to the Jalan-Jalan Fair where traditional games and free snacks await. Kids can also enjoy free Electric Motor Car rides that’ll take them past iconic Singapore landmarks.
Then go on a self-guided Jalan-Jalan Quest within the galleries at Singapore Discovery Centre to uncover hidden hints and redeem an exclusive Gold Coin Enamel pin. For an even more immersive experience, register for the guided Day Zero bus tour that will pay a visit to historical sites nearby ($5 per person).
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As part of the National Day celebrations, kids can enjoy hands-on activities such as assembling a diorama featuring Singapore’s sights and crafting an origami orchid, and they can also pose with SingaPaw at a Bus Stop 9865 photo spot. There will also be dramatised storytelling sessions, live music and dance performances!
Find out more about Singapore Discovery Centre’s National Day specials.
9 & 10 August 2025, Singapore Navy Museum
On 9 and 10 August, celebrate Singapore’s 60th National Day with special programmes at the Singapore Navy Museum. Customise your own DIY buttons featuring unique Singapore and Navy designs. Collect a set of temporary tattoos exclusive to the Navy Museum and pick up a free audio guide to explore the museum. There will also be docent-led tours on 9 August at 11 am and 1 pm.
Kids can get a Naval Exploration Kit and use it to explore the Navy’s rich history while letting their creative juices flow by designing their own ensign and completing the fun activities within the booklet. Then take on the challenge of Otto’s Tentacle Takeover, where kids will have to find six priceless artefacts and exhibits hidden by the evil genius Otto around the museum and help Captain Simon save the day!
There are free hourly shuttle bus services from EXPO MRT to the Singapore Navy Museum on weekends and public holidays from 10 am to 2 pm – so you can arrive in style to celebrate National Day!
Find out more about Singapore Navy Museum’s Majulah Singapura programme.
Colour the Skies at Singapore Air Force Museum
9 and 10 August, Singapore Air Force Museum
Let your imagination soar at Singapore Air Force Museum this National Day. Learn about the history of the RSAF through a fun word search that features artefacts found in the Singapore Air Force Museum. Eagled-eyed ones who complete the word search will be able to redeem an exclusive Captain Ted fan. Then get creative with a National Day colouring activity, featuring two exclusive designs – the Super Puma and the E-2C Hawkeye! Curious about what it takes to pull off the National Day Flag Flypast? Hear first-hand from an Air Force veteran as he shares insights on what goes on behind the scenes to make this yearly tradition happen.
Find out more details about Colour the Skies at Singapore Air Force Museum.
SG60 Homecoming Concert
1 August, Jewel Forest Valley (Registration closed)
The SG60 Homecoming Concert, headlined by acclaimed singers Stefanie Sun and Kit Chan, is the ultimate National Day sing-along. Other artists who will be there include regionally-celebrated singer-songwriter Sezairi, pop princess Regina Song, Mandopop folk-duo The Freshman (插班生), and groovy pop band SuperSonic! This event is by registration and registration is closed.
National Day Light & Music Showcase at Jewel Rain Vortex
2 to 31 August, Jewel Rain Vortex
This August, be mesmerised by a nightly light and sound show featuring the beloved National Day classic, Home. A tribute to the Singapore spirit that’s best enjoyed with loved ones. This special National Day show at Jewel Rain Vortex takes place at the following times:
- 8 pm & 9 pm (Mon to Thu);
- 8 pm, 9 pm & 10 pm (Fri to Sun, Eve of PH & PH)
SingNation! by Voices of Singapore
2 August, 7 pm, Capitol Singapore – Outdoor Plaza
Celebrate #SING60 with Voices of Singapore through a heartwarming evening of National Day singalongs, interactive games, stories on our shared heritage and dazzling fireworks displays! Returning for its 6th edition, the beloved community event is set to enamour audiences with its spirited harmonies. Sing along to your favourite National Day songs, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere with fellow Singaporeans as we celebrate our nation as one.
Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025
3 August, The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
Now in its 7th edition, the National Day Concert promises an evening full of heartfelt moments, brought to life by our very own homegrown talents. Be there for the live debut of this year’s NDC song, “Ties That Bloom” by Hady Mirza, featuring a vibrant showcase of multicultural dancers. This year, the spotlight shines on the ties that matter most – family, friendship, and love – through a special line-up of performances by our very own Rahimah Rahim, her sister Rozie Rahim, and granddaughter ALY, siblings act, Tay Kewei 郑可为 and Tay Kexin 郑可心, and more! Look forward to a night of singalongs and soulful performances by some of Singapore’s most iconic artistes, Kit Chan, Taufik Batisah, Hady Mirza, Yung Raja, Charlie Lim and many more as we celebrate what it means to be Singaporean. Get more details about the Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025.
NDP 2025 Bay Celebrations @ Gardens by the Bay
9 August, The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
National Day Parade celebrations will extend to the Marina Bay area, with Gardens by the Bay serving as one of five satellite sites where the public can gather to catch a live telecast of the Parade. Rediscover the simple pleasures of Singapore’s past in our nostalgic, larger-than-life game zone. Enjoy free traditional snacks as you ‘chope’ your place at The Meadow, while stocks last. The Roving Art Studio will also be there for the public to dive into interactive art activities, discover the stories behind the artworks, and spark your creativity. Gather your friends and families together and celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday against the scenic backdrop of lush greenery. Get more details about the NDP 2025 Bay Celebrations @ Gardens by the Bay.
Visit Istana Open House on 3 August
3 August, Istana
Istana Open House will be on 3 August. It features live performances and family-friendly activities. Entry to the Istana grounds is free for Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents, and migrant domestic workers accompanying families. Other visitors pay an admission fee of $20 per adult and $10 per child (4 to 12 years).Additional fees apply for other activities, such as the Istana Heritage Tour and visiting the Villa.
For those who are keen to see the Istana grounds in details, sign up for a guided tour of the Istana grounds to explore its rich history, architectural heritage, and unique flora and fauna. The 1-hour walking tour begins at the Main Gate and features highlights such as the Villa, Japanese Garden, and Ceremonial Plaza. Tours are conducted in English and Mandarin every hour from 9am to 4pm. Fees apply*, and all proceeds go to the benefitting organisations supported by the President’s Challenge.
Majulah Fiesta 2025
9 August, Singapore Sports Hub
Celebrate National Day at Majulah Fiesta – part of with GetActive! Singapore – at the Singapore Sports Hub and enjoy vibrant activities, and non-stop entertainment for all ages! Catch live performances by the Music & Drama Company at the Majulah Music Hub, shop curated treats at ALIVE Artisans market, take your pets to the Good Pet Fair at 100PLUS Promenade and get moving with fun fitness activities. You can also catch the live telecast of the National Parade at celebration sites, as well as the iconic Chinook helicopter flypast and fireworks from Kallang Basin! Visitors can look forward to receiving an official NDP Pack (designs distributed at random), filled with themed items to help you mark Singapore’s 60th birthday with pride. NDP Packs are limited, so register now and be part of the excitement this SG60!
Get more details about this year’s Majulah Fiesta.
SG60 National Day Celebrations at National Museum Singapore
18 July till 9 August, National Museum of Singapore
View Canvas of Light: Our Nation’s Journey light projection show that will illuminate the façade of the museum from 18 July till 9 August and watch Singapore’s remarkable journey unfold through a mesmerising dance of light and colour. Step into a vibrant showcase where Singapore’s heritage comes alive through innovative digital technology and well-loved LEGO bricks.
You can also register your child for a National Day Colouring Competition on 9 August where they can use a template by the students from Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC) as a base and let their imagination soar to make an artwork that is truly special. Other things to do on National Day at the National Museum of Singapore includes an Interactive Storytelling: The River Road (ticketed) and a free boat craft. There will also be community artwork on the Front Lawn, other drop-in crafts and more. End the day on 9 August by watching the National Day Parade live on a giant screen to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday together. Get more details about the National Day activities at National Museum of Singapore.
Singapore Symphony Orchestra National Day Concert 2025
16 August, Esplanade Concert Hall
The 8th SSO National Day Concert celebrates Singapore’s 60th birthday with a wide-ranging showcase of Singapore’s growing league of composers and musical artists. Displaying the brilliance of the phenomenal Singaporean saxophonist Lin Chien-Kwan and violinist Jonathan Ong, the programme features classics by Singaporean composers as well as new works, including an arrangement of songs by Charlie Lim and Dick Lee for voices and orchestra. Get more details about the SSO National Day Concert.
WILDerful Singaporeans and Animal Inflatables at Mandai
Various dates, Mandai Wildlife Reserve
Mandai Wildlife Reserve is offering various deals and activities as part of SG60. These include a digital trail adventure across the Mandai Wildlife Reserve where visitors can cncover the wild stories of these special residents, complete the trail, and redeem an exclusive keepsake! There is also a WildPass Special with admission from $24 and a two for $60 deal at Rainforest Wild Asia. On 1, 2, 9 and 10 August, there will be WILDerful Singaporeans where visitors can discover more about native wildlife through fun, hands-on activities. Get more details about what’s on at Mandai Wildlife Reserve for SG60 and National Day.
