The Singapore Grand Prix is among Singapore’s largest and most popular events. People from all over the world come here to watch it, which...
Singapore Events
Due to its rich multicultural heritage, Singapore’s events are many and wide-ranging. From religious celebrations to music and film festivals, Singapore has it all.
Most events in Singapore focus on family, tradition, myths or religion. At these times, Marina Bay and the ethnic temples and quarters of Chinatown, Little India and Geylang come alive.
2024/2025 Singapore Events, Expo & Festival Dates Calendar
Due to the large number of Chinese people living in Singapore, many Chinese celebrations are held there. The Chinese New Year is one of the biggest celebrations on the event calendar. Generally celebrated in January or February each year (the date fluctuates), this event marks the transition from summer to winter. If you are in Singapore during the Chinese New Year, check out some of the planned events, as you will learn so much about the rich Chinese culture that continues to influence Singapore today.
The Dragon Boat Festival represents the culture of the people and the Chinese influence over Singapore’s past. As over seventy per cent of the population in Singapore is Chinese, it is a small wonder that most Chinese festivals are celebrated with much enthusiasm in this country.
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.
The Singapore Night Festival is an annual street festival held over two weekends, celebrating the arts and Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. The festival is a massive street party centred around an artistic extravaganza of fun and entertainment. There are heaps to see and do, including musical performances, improvisational theatre, film screenings, roving street performers, colourful building-sized light installations, dance, aerial performances, demonstrations of magic and illusion and cultural exhibitions.
With fashion shows, the Singapore Grand Prix and many outdoor festivals, there is always something to see and do in Singapore.
The Japanese Film Festival of Singapore is held annually, dedicated entirely to Japanese cinema. The Japan Foundation and the Japan Creative Centre organize the film festival, which lasts several weeks at the start of...
Singapore Food Festival
All over Singapore, All Over Singapore, Singapore01 October 2024 to 31 October 2024
The week-long Singapore Food Festival started in 1994 and is organised annually by the Singapore Tourism Board. The famous festival celebrates local foods that portray Singapore as a country rich in food diversity...
Deepavali (aka Diwali), the festival of lights, is one of Singapore’s most important Hindu festivals. It celebrates hope over despair, good over evil, and light over darkness. The Deepavali festival has been...
The Affordable Art Fair is the world’s leading showcase for affordable contemporary art; Affordable Art Fair Singapore turns 15 this year! Join us at the F1 Pit Building this November, and be prepared to browse...
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...
Singapore International Film Festival
Multiple Venues, All Over Singapore, Singapore28 November 2024 to 08 December 2024
Filmmakers, lovers, critics and students have a reason to celebrate with the onset of the iconic Singapore International Film Festival. This film festival is Singapore’s most prominent and longest-running film...
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...
Christmas Wonderland has attracted more than five million visitors since its first edition in 2014. Singapore’s biggest yuletide event celebrates a decade of wonder as it returns to Gardens by the Bay in December 2024...
New Year’s Eve in Singapore is a massive celebration, with the biggest and most exciting festivities centred around the Marina Bay area. With music, entertainment and fireworks, New Year’s Eve in Singapore...
Marina Bay Singapore Countdown
Marina Bay Area, Downtown Core, Singapore01 December 2024 to 01 January 2025
The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is the most exciting way to ring in the new year in the Lion City. Weeks before December 31, Marina Bay is already lit with dazzling attractions for the entire family. Marina Bay...
M1 Singapore Fringe Festival
Multiple Locations, Singapore, Singapore08 January 2025 to 19 January 2025
The M1 Singapore Fringe Festival is an annual festival of live performances by Singaporean and international artists. The Fringe aims to bring the best of contemporary, cutting-edge and socially engaged works to the...
Singapore Motorshow
Suntec City Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre, Singapore, Singapore09 January 2025 to 12 January 2025
Singapore’s largest and most iconic annual motoring event, the Singapore Motorshow, will mark its return at the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre in January 2025. Brace yourselves as the electrifying...
Pongal Harvest Festival
Little India, All Over Singapore, Singapore13 January 2025 to 16 January 2025
The Pongal Harvest Festival is a traditional Indian festival that thanks the sun god for a bountiful harvest. Pongal is mostly celebrated in India, but it is also celebrated in Singapore because of the large number of...
Singapore Art Week
Multiple locations across Singapore, Singapore, Singapore17 January 2025 to 26 January 2025
Singapore Art Week (also known as SAW) is a fantastic 10-day visual art event hosted by the National Arts Council and the Singapore Tourism Board. The festival, which takes place in venues all over Singapore, reinforces...
2025 is the year of the Snake, starting from January 29, 2025 (Chinese Lunar New Year Day) and lasting until February 16, 2026. If you were born in 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013…, your Chinese zodiac sign is the...
River Hongbao is an annual Lunar Chinese New Year event held in Singapore. The celebration was founded in 1986 and has been held yearly through the collaboration of the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Association...
The Chingay Parade is undoubtedly one of the most important events in Singapore, and it’s when street floats, clowns, dancers, acrobats, jugglers and many other performers can be seen in the celebration of the...
Thaipusam has become a major celebration and is one of the biggest celebrations amongst Hindus in Singapore. The festival is dedicated to Lord Subramanian, who answers prayers and is also a day of penance. Thaipusam...
Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey Mouse and his Disney friends embark on a wild ride to your favourite Disney destinations. Performances from other well-loved characters will delight kids and adults with their...
Hari Raya Aidilfitri
All Over Singapore, All Over Singapore, Singapore30 March 2025 to 31 March 2025
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 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 race category. 2XU...
The Singapore Rugby Sevens is an exciting rugby event each April/May. Sixteen of the best men’s rugby players battle it out on the field, but the event’s roving bands and lively party atmosphere punctuate it...
OCBC Cycle has been Singapore’s largest mass cycling event since 2009. It aims to be a safe platform for riders of all levels of cycling proficiency. It takes riders on a scenic cycling route passing through the...
Vesak Day is a significant event on the Buddhist calendar. It is a public holiday in Singapore that celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and nirvana of Buddha. In Singapore, this day is celebrated yearly with the...
Singapore International Festival of Arts
Multiple Venues , Downtown Core, SingaporeTBA - May/June 2025
Singapore, famous for its dynamic and vibrant culture, again showcases its talents as the annual Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) returns in 2025. The Singapore International Festival of Arts exhibits...
i Light Singapore is the leading sustainable light art festival in Asia. This unique light art festival displays many innovative and creative installations, many of which utilise recycled materials created by artists...
Singapore may be a place for business trips, shopping, and modern entertainment. Still, certain ceremonial and traditional festivals, such as the Dragon Boat Festival, should not be missed. Dragon Boat Festival...
Hari Raya Haji, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a Muslim celebration that commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to be obedient to Allah and to sacrifice his son, Ishmael. People in Singapore celebrate...
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...
Singapore’s National Day is held each year on August 9th in memory of its freedom from Malaysia in 1965. On this day, there is a National Parade, a speech from the Prime Minister of Singapore and a huge fireworks...
Night Festival
Bras Basah and Bugis Precincts, All Over Singapore, SingaporeTBA - August / September 2025
The Singapore Night Festival is an annual street festival that occurs over the last two weekends in August & September. It celebrates the arts and Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. It is held annually in the...
COMEX SHOW is a successful annual mega show that exhibits electronic gadgets, IT products, accessories & peripherals, ranging from mobile phones, desktop computers, portable laptops, and digital cameras to the...
Singapore Mid Autumn Festival
Multiple Venues Around Singapore, China Town, Singapore06 October 2025
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...
Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Chinese Festival held to appease the spirits of deceased relatives who wander freely on Earth during the seventh lunar month. The festival is conducted at various places around...
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...
The Singapore Improv Festival is a celebration of spontaneous creativity. Improvisational theatre troupes from around the world come together to showcase their skills in a series of performances and workshops. Sparked...
Singapore Grand Prix
Marina Bay Street Circuit, Marina Bay, Singapore03 October 2025 to 05 October 2025
The Singapore Grand Prix is among Singapore’s largest and most popular events. People from all over the world come here to watch it, which increases visitors to Singapore and showcases what the beautiful city...
- Marina Bay Sands
- Resorts World Sentosa
- Singapore Sports Hub
- Theatres on the Bay
- Singapore Indoor Stadium