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 home. Celebrate together with August, the NDP mascot, as both the NDP Parade and Show segments have been designed with a home audience in mind, and viewers can look forward to seeing television-exclusive special effects during the livestream
Singapore’s National Day is held each year on the 9th of August in memory of Singapore’s freedom from Malaysia in 1965.
During this day, there is a National Parade, a speech from the Prime Minister of Singapore and a huge fireworks display.
Singapore’s National Day, 2023 Date, Parade, Speech & Fireworks
There are also displays of Singapore’s defensive capabilities by flyovers by the military. Afterwards, there is a massive fireworks display set against the stunning city skyline framed by the Marina Waterfront and singing of the National Anthem.
Please note that tickets for the parade cannot be bought. Instead, every citizen or permanent resident can ballot for up to six seats in May every year. Results are announced in June.
On the second Sunday following the National Day, a speech is issued by Singapore’s Prime Minister, which is called the National Day Rally. The rally has been a yearly occasion since 1966 and the Prime Minister utilises the rally to address the country on its key difficulties and its future prospects. It is comparable to the ‘State of the Union Address’ conveyed by the President of the United States.
Hello,
We would like to know if there is fireworks on Hari Raya Haji as I’ m planing for our Singapore trip on end of August.
Thank you
Dana from Australia
Hi Dana,
I don’t believe there will be fireworks for Hari Raya Haji this year. The Night Festival may also be in its final days whilst you are visiting Singapore, so make sure to check that out too!
Kind regards,
Jess
Hello , we would like to know at what time starts the fireworks on 9 August if someone could tell me that would be great thank you very much ! And please also where the best place to stay to see the fireworks ! Thanks and have a lovely day with greetings from Majorca Spain
Hi Iris,
The show schedule is yet to be released by the organiser. Check back with us in a week or so and hopefully more information is available.
There will be plenty of viewing spots along Marina Bay where you can view the fireworks. Some popular spots are at the Float @ Marina Bay, Merlion or on the Singapore Flyer!
Kind regards,
Jess
When will be time of the fireworks? Thanks.
Will the fireworks be after 6 pm?
Hi Bella,
Yes. The fireworks for Singapore National Day wont start until the sun has gone down. Typically the light show starts at around 8pm.
Best regards,
Jess