Singapore is buzzing with vibrant celebrations and unique experiences to mark the Year of the Snake, which begins on Wednesday, 29 January 2025. From the hallmark 10-day festival at River Hongbao to the stunning floral displays inspired by Legend of Lady White Snake at Gardens by the Bay, ancient traditions merge with contemporary festivities. This year of the Snake heralding wisdom and transformation, infuses every corner of the island – from the vibrant streets of Chinatown to the family revelry at CNY Family Fun “蛇prise” – inviting all to embrace this auspicious season of renewal.
- 1. Legend of the Lady White Snake at Gardens by the Bay (17 Jan to 23 Feb)
- 2. River Hongbao 2025 (27 Jan to 5 Feb)
- 3. “蛇prise” Chinese New Year Art Installation (18 Dec – 30 Apr)
- 4. CNY Family Fun (17 Jan – 19 Jan)
- 5. Chingay Parade 2025 (7 – 8 Feb)
- 6. POP MART Themed Celebration at Jewel Changi Airport (10 Jan – 28 Feb)
- 7. Chinatown CNY Bazaar (8 Jan – 28 Jan)
- 8. Take a Break at Kopitiam
- 9. Chinese New Year Cruise 2025: Buffet Sunset Sail (29 – 30 Jan)
- 10. Museum Roundtable Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign (21 Jan – 12 Feb)
- 11. Hua Yi Festival at Esplanade (7 Feb – 16 Feb)
- 12. Light to Night Singapore (17 Jan – 6 Feb)
- 13. Changi Festive Village and Hello Kitty Wonderland (1 Nov – 16 Feb)
Best Things to Do in Singapore for Lunar New Year 2025
1. Legend of the Lady White Snake at Gardens by the Bay (17 Jan to 23 Feb)
Step into Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome this season and discover the enchanting “Spring Blossoms” exhibit, where legend blooms into reality. At its heart stands a breathtaking 4.5-meter sculpture of Madam White Snake, crafted from thousands of fresh flowers. Inspired by the beloved Chinese folktale, the display weaves through a landscape dotted with over 1,000 dahlias, their petals symbolizing prosperity and new beginnings. It’s the perfect place to soak in the festive atmosphere and snap some Instagram-worthy photos with your loved ones.
Admission charge to Flower Dome applies. ➡️ Purchase your tickets here!
📍Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
📅 17 Jan to 23 Feb 2025
🕘 9am to 9pm
2. River Hongbao 2025 (27 Jan to 5 Feb)
While visiting Gardens by the Bay, don’t miss River Hongbao 2025, a grand Lunar New Year festival coinciding with Singapore’s 60th birthday! Enjoy free admission to nightly performances, exhibition and delicious food stalls. Catch the spectacular firecracker displays on January 27-29 for an extra dose of good luck! And hey, it’s the perfect place to walk off those calories from all the steamboat and CNY goodies!
📍Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
📅 27 Jan to 5 Feb 2025
🕘 27 Jan | 6.30 pm to 10.30pm
🕘 28 Jan | 6.30 pm to 12.15pm (Lunar New Year’s Eve)
🕘 29 Jan to 5 Feb | 2.30 pm to 10.30pm
3. “蛇prise” Chinese New Year Art Installation (18 Dec – 30 Apr)
Embrace the spirit of Lunar New Year at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre! Their “蛇prise” event features a captivating rooftop garden installation with a giant snake, a prosperity pavilion, and interactive activities for all ages.
📍Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Blvd, Singapore 018906
📅 18 Dec 2024 to 30 Apr 2025 | Admission: FREE
🕘 10am to 10pm daily
4. CNY Family Fun (17 Jan – 19 Jan)
Wanna celebrate Lunar New Year with a Singaporean twist? Head down to the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre for their CNY Family FUN event! Co-organised by Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and Singapore Chinese Orchestra, this year’s CNY Family FUN which runs from 17 to 19 Jan, will feature local Chinese music performances, a spring bazaar, a lion dance, a LED snake dance, free arts and crafts activities, programmes by Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, and more!
📍Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Blvd, Singapore 018906
📅 17 Jan to 19 Jan 2025 | Admission: FREE
5. Chingay Parade 2025 (7 – 8 Feb)
Singapore turns 60 this year, and Chingay Parade is pulling out all the stops to celebrate! Did you know this iconic event actually started back in 1973 as a street parade for Chinese New Year? It’s come a long way since then, evolving into a spectacular showcase of Singapore’s diverse cultures. This year’s theme is “Joy,” and they’re bringing it with amazing PassionArts installations, delicious-looking food floats, and a show-stopping performance by 60 lion dancers, and it’s all happening at F1 Pit Building!
📍F1 Pit Building (1 Republic Blvd, Singapore 038975)
📅 7 – 8 February 2025 | 🕘 8pm
Tickets Prices: $60 / $50 / $40 / $28.50 / $20 (excluding booking fee)
6. POP MART Themed Celebration at Jewel Changi Airport (10 Jan – 28 Feb)
Spring into POPsprity with POP MART at Jewel Changi Airport! This is the first ever POP MART Chinese New Year themed installation outside of China. Head over to the Canopy Park at Level 5 of Jewel to identify your favourite POP MART characters and snap some photos with your loved ones! Look out for Labubu, Sweet Bean, MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, PINO JELLY, CRYBABY, DIMOO, Hirono and HACIPUPU in their festive best. Plus, snag limited-edition figures and merch only available at Jewel’s POPMART store!
📍Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
📅 10 Jan to 28 Feb 2025 | 10am to 10pm daily
7. Chinatown CNY Bazaar (8 Jan – 28 Jan)
Even before Lunar New Year arrives, Chinatown is already bursting with energy! There’s lively performances and bustling bazaar which features a wide array of stalls selling traditional Chinese New Year goodies, decorations, and gifts. You can find everything from delicious snacks and candies to beautiful lanterns, red packets, and auspicious ornaments. The bazaar can get quite crowded, especially on weekends and closer to Chinese New Year’s Eve on 28 Jan. Be prepared for large crowds and potential congestion especially during the weekends.
📍The bazaar takes place along several streets in Chinatown, includin Sago Street, Smith Street, Pagoda Street, Trengganu Street, and Temple Street
📅 8 Jan to 28 Jan 2025
8. Take a Break at Kopitiam
Take a break from all the CNY visiting and mahjong and savour the seasonal special Taro Toast (Singapore’s best-value option), or enjoy a hearty meal at Kopitiam and be rewarded!
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Kopitiam is adding extra fun to your CNY celebrations this year! Besides their delicious and affordable eats, they’ve got playful snake-themed angbaos and a lucky draw with Linkpoints up for grabs.
From now until 31 January 2025, every $8* spent in a single transaction at any of the 73 participating Kopitiam outlets via the FairPrice Group app earns you 1 lucky draw chance in the Take A Break Festive Lucky Draw. Prizes include a grand prize of $8,000 worth of Linkpoints, alongside 15 consolation prizes that comprise $100 worth of Linkpoints.
Throughout January 2025, you can also redeem a set of vibrant red packets with the purchase of Kopitiam’s Signature Breakfast Set. Available daily from 7am–11am, Kopitiam offers the best-value breakfast set in Singapore (comprising kaya butter toast, 2 eggs, and a choice of Hot Kopi or Teh) for as low as $2.20 at its coffee shops, and $3.00 at its food courts for NTUC union members.
9. Chinese New Year Cruise 2025: Buffet Sunset Sail (29 – 30 Jan)
Looking for a relaxing way to celebrate with loved ones? The Royal Albatross CNY sunset sail is just the ticket. Enjoy a delicious buffet, free-flow drinks, and breathtaking scenery – all while cruising in style. It’s the perfect way to unwind and welcome the new year!
📅 29 & 30 Jan 2025
Departing at 6pm (2.5 Hours Sailing Cruise)
Ticket per pax: $225 (Adult) /$125 (Child)
10. Museum Roundtable Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign (21 Jan – 12 Feb)
The National Heritage Board’s (NHB) Museum Roundtable Hongbao Campaign is back with all-new red packet designs, this time featuring the Chinese zodiac animal of 2025 – the Snake! Amidst the festive preparations leading up to Lunar New Year, schedule some downtime to explore Singapore’s rich heritage and culture and bring home unique red packet designs!
The Botanical Art Gallery and Fort Canning Heritage Gallery have joined the Museum Roundtable’s red packet fun. You can also find awesome designs at returning favorites like Battlebox, Chinatown Heritage Centre, and more. Each of the 48 participating museums has its own unique design, so you can collect a truly special set of red packets.
📅 21 Jan to 12 Feb 2025
Click here for the full list of participating museums and institutions.
11. Hua Yi Festival at Esplanade (7 Feb – 16 Feb)
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With all the Chinese New Year feasting going on, it’s easy to forget about the cultural side of things, right? But hey, that’s what’s so cool about this time of year! Huayi – Chinese Festival of the Arts is the perfect way to dive deeper into Chinese culture. They have an inspiring and exciting line-up of arts programmes, both ticketed and non-ticketed for everyone to enjoy.
📍1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981
📅 7 Feb to 16 Feb 2025
Click here for the full list of programmes.
12. Light to Night Singapore (17 Jan – 6 Feb)
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The Civic District will be glowing with amazing light displays and art installations for Light to Night. This year’s intriguing theme “Do You See Me?” invites you to explore the multifaceted identities of our communities through a kaleidoscope of over 70 captivating artworks and programs. Prepare to be awestruck by dazzling projection mappings illuminating iconic cultural institutions, wander through luminous art installations that spark curiosity and wonder, and engage in interactive public programs that connect people of all ages through the joy of artistic expression.
📅 17 Jan to 6 Feb 2025
📍Civic District
13. Changi Festive Village and Hello Kitty Wonderland (1 Nov – 16 Feb)
While CNY visiting and steamboat feasts are a must, why not add a dash of extra fun to your celebrations this year? Escape the hustle and bustle and whisk your loved ones away to Changi Airport’s Changi Festive Village, where a Hello Kitty wonderland awaits!
Celebrating Hello Kitty’s 50th anniversary, the airport has transformed into a magical paradise with a towering 8-meter tall Hello Kitty Topiary and a carnival packed with nine exciting zones featuring all your favorite Sanrio characters. Enjoy fun games, interactive photo booths, and kid-friendly rides with awesome prizes up for grabs. It’s also a great way to rock your festive fits this Chinese New Year.
