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 runs between November and January each year, with attractions free to view. So bring your family down to this Christmas wonderland during your visit to Singapore!
Christmas on a Great Street, 2023/2024 Dates, Orchard Road Singapore
The festival usually kicks off in mid-November at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, where the roads are closed, and thousands of people converge on Orchard Road to witness the street lit up for the first time in the year.
On the eve of Christmas and New Year’s Day, visitors to Orchard Road will also be treated to a special countdown segment with unique content and augmented reality at midnight.
Look forward to carnival treats, games, and everything fun. Perfect for families and kids, the Village will feature Singapore’s first-ever all-white carousel, new attractions such as an inflatable bouncer, and countless other rides, including swings, teacups, and trackless trains.
Singapore Toutiao reported on 27 September 2019 that Christmas on a great street @ Orchard Road will have 14 of food carts during Christmas period, what is the date and time the food carts start their business? Thank you
Hi Adeline,
I have checked the official channels and to be honest, they are quite light on information (the official website also changed URLs).
I have updated my own page with everything I could find on the different sources, but regarding the food carts, it mentions that they will be shuttling between the Christmas villages located at *SCAPE and the Shaw House Urban Plaza.
There are no specific details about the food vans themselves and their times, but it does mention that the Great Christmas Villages are open from Sun – Thu: 12pm – 10pm, Fri – Sat: 12pm – 11pm and 20 – 26 Dec 2019: 12pm – 11pm (i don’t know if they will be there all the time or only at night).
Hope this helps and i will be sure to add any extra information as it becomes available.
Thanks
Michael
Please advise Christmas light up start date for November 2019
thank you
Hi Nicola,
I literally checked everything online and couldn’t find any new information for this year’s event yet.
Be that the event started on Nov 10 last year and most event dates only change 1-2 days every year, it’s safe to say that it should be around the same time this year and running through to the first week of January.
I’ll be updating the page as soon as I find any new information.
Thanks
Michael
Hi I am from Western Australia and want to visit Singapore in November this year to see all the Christmas lights and activity in orchard Road and other areas. I would like to know what date in November that the Christmas lights are lit. I need to know so that I can book my flights. I will only have a week so want to spend the whole week when the Christmas lights will be on. Very excited to see them. Your advice would be appreciated. Kerry
Hi Kerry,
I literally checked everything last night and couldn’t find any new information for this year’s event yet.
Be that the event started on Nov 10 last year and most event dates only change 1-2 days every year, it’s safe to say that everything will be running if you are visiting later in November.
Sorry I couldn’t be more definitive.
Thanks
Michael
Hiiiiiiii ……
I plan to visit Singapore on Nov 23rd, 2018 and would be staying for a few days.
I would like to know when will the Christmas light 2018 start and end.
Kind Rgds,
Patricia
Hi Patricia,
The Christmas on a Great Street event runs from 10th November 2018 to 1st January 2019, so it will be running while you are in Singapore.
I have literally just updated the page, so you can find more information on the schedule, performers and where things are located.
Thanks
Michael
is the date confirm?
Hi Vivien,
It appears that the dates were only just announced this week, so the information on the website here is correct. Please see the images in the gallery on there things are located.
The whole festival runs from 10 November 2018 to 01 January 2019, and the Light-Up Ceremony is at Plaza Singapura on Saturday 10th Nov, 2018 at 7pm.
Thanks
Michael
any idea on what is the Orchard Christmas theme for this year gonna be?
Hi Mia,
I was about to answer that not much information has been released for the event (as i answered 2 questions about the dates not being released yet), but it seems like the official website has finally been updated.
The theme for this year seems to stem around Disney Magical Moments, where the street will be “decked out in spectacular lights inspired by Disney’s beloved characters”.
I’ll be updating our page shortly with all of the newly released information; including the event map and light up ceremony times.
Thanks
Michael
Hi is it possible now to confirm light up dates in November 2018?
Hi Nirmala,
I have checked the official website and all of the associated social media accounts and still there is nothing new mentioned regarding this year’s event.
Looking at last year, the official opening was on Nov 25 2017, so going off that, you would assume that it will commence around the same time this year.
Keep your eyes peeled on any new updated as we will update our page once information is released.
Thanks
Michael
Hi Jess,
Do you have the Christmas lights 2018 dates yet? Would like to know when will it start & ends.
Thanks
Hi,
I have checked all of the official websites, and there doesn’t appear to be any new information available – the most they mention is “December 2018”.
We do check event dates on a regular basis, so we’ll be sure to update our website when information becomes available.
Thanks
Michael
Last year the lights were turned on on Saturday 11 November 2017. There is no official date released as yet, but I would expect this year to be close, and probably on Saturday 10th November 2018.
What date in November does it start
Hi Bryce,
Its a bit early for firm dates, however the Light Up Ceremony typically takes place in mid-November (date TBC). I would expect the same for 2018.
Best regards,
Jess
What date do the Christmas lights get turned on this year 2018
Hi Ricky,
Its a bit early for firm dates, however the Light Up Ceremony typically takes place in mid-November. I would expect the same for 2018.
Best regards,
Jess
Are shops open on Christmas Day ?
Hi Peter,
Yes, even though it is a public holiday in Singapore, most shops and transport options will be open on Christmas Day as per normal. In fact, you will find that it is a busy shopping and dining day for many malls and restaurants.
Best regards,
Jess
Do you know when the 2018 xmas lights will begin?
Hi Tina,
Its a bit early for firm dates, however the Light Up Ceremony typically takes place in mid-November. I would expect the same for 2018.
Best regards,
Jess
I am coming to SG on the 5th Jan, is the christmas lights at Orchard Road still on?
Hi Doris,
Yes, the lights should still be on at this time. They typically stay up until mid-January.
Best regards,
Jess
We are coming to Singapore on the 1 January 2018 will the Christmas lights on Orchard Road still be up then and for how long?
Hi Chris,
Yes, the Christmas lights should still be on at that time, they typically run until mid-January.
Best regards,
Jess
I ll come to Singapore on 26 January.
Is Christmas lights in Orchard is still On..
Regards.. M Suwito
Surabaya
Hi Martinus,
I think that Christmas on a Great Street will wind down by then. They have their dates set to “January”, but I wouldn’t expect the lights to remain much past mid-January. Buy definitely take stroll down there and check it out! You never know!
Best regards,
Jess
It’s 7.30 pm on 11 Nov.. we don’t see lights on yet……
Hi Lyn,
The Light Up Ceremony was scheduled to be on at ION Square from 7pm. From what I have heard, it was delayed for some unspecified reason. A pity that the organisers haven’t been able to communicate what the issue was. Nevertheless, I hope you can still enjoy the Christmas season in Singapore!
Best regards,
Jess
Hi
We will be visiting Singapore from New Zealand and departing 12 Nov . Have the dates been confirmed yet for the Xmas light start up?
Hi Diana,
Christmas on a Great Street will commence with the Christmas lights coming on at 7pm on Sat 11 Nov 2017.
Best regards,
Jess
When are the Christmas light 2017 start?
Hi Jee,
The dates are yet to be confirmed for 2017. Check back with us in a couple of weeks, as I am monitoring any announcements and will update our page once more information is released.
Best regards,
Jess
Will.there be any xmas Street parade on Dec 24 or Dec 25 2017?
Hi Ivy,
The program is yet to be confirmed for 2017. Check back with us in a couple of weeks, as I am monitoring any announcements and will update our page once more information is released.
Kind regards,
Jess
We will be Singapore from 2nd Nov to 11 Nov. Are there any Christmas things on?
Hi Irene,
Unfortunately, I think you may be a little early for the Christmas Festivities. Christmas on a Great Street may start at around mid-November, we are still awaiting confirmation from the organisers. Check back with us.
Regards,
Jess
Can you please tell me the exact date in November of the Christmas Light Up?
He Beulah,
The organisers are yet to confirm “exact dates”. Check back with us in a month or so and I will update the page when that information is released.
Regards,
Jess
I was informed by ORBA that the opening ceremony was to be on Saturday 11th November 2017. If these people don’t know then who in the heck does. I guess maybe even ORBA is guessing. 6-7 weeks out and there ‘appears’ to be no concrete date. Ridiculous.
When are the Christmas lights switched on in November 2017
Hi Samuel,
No date has been confirmed as yet, but it is typically around the month, if previous years are any indication.
Regards,
Jess
Hi
Can you please confirm if this Christmas market is still happening this year and the dates are verfied:
https://www.singaporetravelhub.com/events/christmas-on-a-great-street/
Regards
Priyank
Hi Priyank,
We are still waiting for confirmation of the dates for the 2017 Festival. Check back with us later in the year, as I will update the page once the organisers have confirmed the details.
Regards,
Jess