Singapore Events

Vesak Day is a major event on the Buddhist calendar. It is a public holiday in Singapore which celebrates the birth, enlightenment and nirvana of Buddha. In Singapore this day is celebrated every year with the faithful...

Singapore, famous for its dynamic and vibrant culture, again showcases its talents as the annual Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) returns again in 2022. The Singapore International Festival of Arts...

Singapore may be the place for business trips, shopping and modern entertainment, but there are certain ceremonial and traditional festivals, such as the Dragon Boat Festival, that should not be missed. Dragon Boat...

Singapore’s longest-running annual sale (formerly known as The Great Singapore Sale) is back as GSS: Experience Singapore! It’s more than just a sale – it’s a retail experience that entices locals and tourists...

The Sundown Marathon is the largest mass night run in Singapore. With around 25,000 people competing in the run every year, it’s certainly nothing short of exciting. Runners can choose from several running...

Ultra Singapore is a huge outdoor electronic music festival that is run in over 20 countries around the world. Ultra Singapore consists of a two-day music festival hosted at Ultra Park near Marina Bay Sands and attracts...

Hari Raya Haji, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a Muslim celebration which commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to be obedient to Allah and to sacrifice his own son, Ishmael. People in Singapore...

All Singaporeans will be able to join in the National Day celebrations safely as NDP 2021 will be brought to Singaporeans in community activities all across the island and with a livestream of the parade to those at...

Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Chinese Festival which is held to appease the spirits of deceased relatives who wander freely on earth during the seventh lunar month. The Festival is carried out at various places...

The week-long Singapore Food Festival started back in 1994 and it is organised annually by the Singapore Tourism Board. The famous festival aims at celebrating local foods that portray Singapore as a country rich with...

The World Gourmet Summit (WGS) is a unique annual event that provides an epicurean platform to meet the world’s top chefs and wine experts displaying their best skills. It is one of the oldest events in Singapore...

The Singapore Night Festival is an annual street festival held over two weekends celebrating the arts and Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. It is held every year in the Bras Basah and Bugis precinct at the heart...

Also known as the Lantern Festival or Mooncake Festival, the Singapore Mid Autumn Festival is one of the most popular events celebrated by the Singaporean Chinese community. It takes place annually on the 15th day of...

Race promoter Singapore GP Pte Ltd announced the cancellation of the 2021 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix due to ongoing safety and logistic concerns brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic Of all of...

The Japanese Film Festival of Singapore is held annually, dedicated entirely to Japanese cinema. Organised by the Japan Foundation, together with the Japan Creative Centre, the film festival takes place for several...

The Singapore Cocktail Festival is the largest cocktail event in Asia. It brings together a world-class fusion of mixology experiences and bar tours combined with renowned drink makers and bartenders to a cocktail...

Celebrate being #partofthegood with the return of FestivalForGood 2021! From health and wellness, fashion, homewares, tech, coffee, food bites and more, you’ll dive into a world full of possibilities! Festival For Good...

Deepavali (aka Diwali), which means the festival of lights, is one of the most important Hindu festivals celebrated in Singapore. It is a celebration of hope over despair, good over evil, light over darkness. The...

The Affordable Art Fair is the world’s leading showcase for affordable contemporary art; All set to turn the city pink in Singapore, this year’s edition will offer a fresh plethora of local, regional, and...

Every year, Orchard Road is transformed into a land of wonder known as “Christmas on a Great Street”, with Christmas lights, decorations and entertainment to celebrate this memorable holiday. The festival...

Filmmakers, lovers, critics and students have a reason to celebrate with the onset of the iconic Singapore International Film Festival. This film festival is the most prominent and longest-running film festivals in...

Marvel at the spectacular Light Displays, take a photo with Santa Claus, have a go at Carnival Games, hop onto a Venetian Double-Storey Carousel, shop for gifts at Mistletoe Alley Market, be mesmerised by the Garden...

The Singapore Marathon is a staple on the Singapore running calendar and is usually held on the first Sunday of December each year. Each year, the race takes runners past some of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks...

Please note there will be no fireworks display at Marina Bay for 2021 / 2022 New Year’s Eve New Year’s Eve in Singapore is a massive celebration, with the biggest and most exciting festivities centred around...

Please note there will be no fireworks display at Marina Bay for 2021 / 2022 New Year’s Eve The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is the most exciting way to ring in the new year in the Lion City. Weeks before...

Singapore Art Week (also known as SAW) is a fantastic 9-day visual art event hosted by the National Arts Council and the Singapore Tourism Board. The festival takes place in venues all over Singapore and reinforces...

The Pongal Harvest Festival is a traditional Indian festival that gives thanks to the sun god for a bountiful harvest. Mostly celebrated in India, Pongal is also celebrated in Singapore because of the large number of...

2022 is a year of the Tiger, starting from February 1st, 2022 (Chinese lunar New Year Day) and lasting until January 22nd, 2023. If you were born in 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010…, your Chinese zodiac sign is Tiger...

River Hongbao is an annual Lunar Chinese New Year event that is held in Singapore. The celebration was founded in 1986 and, through the collaboration of the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Association, has been...

Please note that the Chingay Parade event is going to be virtual again in 2022 The Chingay Parade is without doubt one of the most important events in Singapore, and it’s when street floats, clowns, dancers...

There are many Indians living in Singapore and therefore, you will find the Thaipusam Festival celebrated here every year. Thaipusam has become a major celebration, in fact, it is one of the biggest celebrations amongst...

Singapore Design Week is a yearly design expo that showcases local and international design initiatives. Organised by the DesignSingapore Council, the event is open to the general public, design community, design...

i Light Singapore is the leading sustainable light art festival of Asia. This unique light art festival displays many different kinds of innovative and creative installations, many of which utilise recycled materials...

Disney on Ice is an annual family ice show featuring 50 of Disney’s most famous characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck. Performances from other well-loved characters are sure to...

The Singapore Improv Festival is an annual multi-day event featuring the most talented improv actors from the city and abroad. Sparked by diverse suggestions from the audience, the unscripted stories created by the...

The Singapore Rugby Sevens is an exciting rugby event that usually takes place each April. Sixteen of the best men’s rugby players battle it out on the field, but the event is punctuated by roving bands and a...

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a festival that celebrates ‘Breaking of the Fast’ and is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims in Singapore. Also known as Eid al-Fitr or Hari Raya Puasa, this festival marks the...

The OCBC Cycle Singapore is an annual mass cycling event in Singapore. It takes riders on a scenic cycling route passing through the city’s most picturesque landmarks on closed roads. OCBC Cycle Singapore, 2023...

The Singapore Biennale is a massive contemporary art exhibition held at various venues all over Singapore. Established in 2006, the festival aims to cultivate public engagement with visual arts through a 4-month long...

The 2XU Compression Run is an annual one-day event that takes runners through many of Singapore’s iconic landmarks. Exciting cash prizes await first, second, and third place winners in each of the race categories...