Singapore Carnivals 2025

List of upcoming carnivals in Singapore in 2025, including festivals, parades, celebrations, food fairs, fiesta, gala, open houses, countdowns, parties and more.


Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival 2025 (Singapore)

Chinatown Chinatown, Singapore

Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival 2025 (2025年牛车水农历新年庆祝活动), Singapore's iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the historic Chinese quarter, returns from 30 December 2024 - 27 February 2025! With the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Snake marking the new year, this year’s decorations will feature stunning snake-themed lanterns, lights and ornaments adorning four major streets in the Chinatown district. Other than capturing beautiful photos with the festive displays, visitors can immerse themselves in a variety of traditional activities, including shopping at the lively Chinese New Year (CNY) bazaar, joining art workshops, enjoying Chinese cultural performances, and participating in the much-anticipated CNY countdown party.

Free

River Hongbao 2025 (Singapore)

Gardens by the Bay 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore, Singapore

River Hongbao 2025 (春到河畔 2025), a highlight of Chinese New Year (CNY) celebrations in Singapore, is set to return for 10 days from 27 January - 5 February 2025 at Gardens by the Bay (GBTB) to usher in the Year of the Snake. In keeping with tradition, visitors can take photos with the stunning God of Fortune statue at the The Meadow and marvel at the lunar new year lanterns, lights, and decorations, all themed around this year's zodiac sign, the Snake.

Free

MakBesar Grand Market @ Suntec 2025

Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore

MakBesar Grand Market @ Suntec 2025, the first run of the popular halal food and product bazaar in 2025, will be held in celebration of the Chinese New Year from 31 January - 2 February 2024 at Suntec City. Beyond shopping and indulging in delicious cuisine, visitors can look forward to a plethora of entertainment and activities. Highlights include movie screenings, interactive kids' shows, inflatable castles, live music performances, celebrity appearances, and a host of engaging experiences for all ages.

Free

Istana Open House 2025 (Chinese New Year)

The Istana The Istana, Orchard Road, Singapore

Istana Open House 2025 (IOH 2025) for Chinese New Year will be held on 2 February 2025 at the Presidential Residence and office, situated along Orchard Road. Apart from exploring the stunning Istana grounds, visitors can enjoy a rich variety of cultural activities, including Chinese dance and musical performances, lion and dragon dance shows, a Chinese calligraphy demonstration, and candle-making workshops. The Istana Heritage Gallery will also be open for exploration with guided tours available. To satisfy hunger pangs, food trucks, local snacks and refreshing drink stalls will be available throughout the day.

Free

Chingay 2025 (Singapore)

Singapore

Chingay 2025 (新加坡妆艺大游行2025), the 53rd edition of Singapore's renowned Chinese New Year street parade, returns to the F1 Pit Building for two spectacular nights on 7 & 8 February 2025! Attendees will immerse in a vibrant festive atmosphere, marvel at intricately designed Chingay floats and enjoy multicultural street performances by over 4,000 talented community performers. This year’s Chingay parade features floats inspired by Singapore’s vibrant food culture, a special SG60 showcase with 60 lion dancers and drummers to mark Singapore’s 60th birthday, and a brand-new immersive parade experience that brings the audience closer to the action than ever before.

SGD20

Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar 2025 (Singapore)

Wisma Geylang Serai 1 Engku Aman Turn, Singapore, Singapore

Geylang Serai Ramadan Bazaar 2025 is set to take place from 26 February - 31 March 2025! This annual mega food & retail fair, held in the heart of the traditional Malay enclave of Geylang Serai, will run from 4 days before Ramadan until Hari Raya Puasa / Aidilfitri (Eid al-Fitr). The month-long bazaar offers an exciting opportunity to explore over hundreds of halal food stalls, serving everything from fusion delicacies to traditional Malay dishes, snacks and beverages. There will also be retail stalls showcasing a wide variety of products, including clothing, festive goodies, home décor and personal care items.

Free

CelebFest Ramadan 2025 (Singapore)

Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore

CelebFest Ramadan 2025, the annual halal food and product fair during the Muslim fasting month, is set to return with a bang from 7 - 9 March 2025 at Suntec City, just three weeks before Hari Raya Puasa. This Ramadan bazaar will showcase an extensive range of offerings, including cooked dishes, snacks, cookies, cakes, health supplements, fragrances, cosmetics, and stylish Muslimah fashion wear. True to its name, this event will feature live performances by acclaimed artists from the region, making it a true "Celebrity Festiva". Last year's edition included performances by renowned stars such as Ella, Raihan, Siti Nordiana, Tomok and MK K-Clique.

Free

Absolut Bazaar 2025 (Singapore)

Singapore Expo 1 Expo Drive, Singapore, Singapore

Absolut Bazaar 2025 Singapore is making a comeback this Ramadan, taking place from 14 - 16 March 2025 at Singapore Expo. Building on the success of its debut last year, this renowned bazaar is set to be even bigger, just two weeks before Hari Raya Puasa (Eid al-Fitr). The fair will feature both indoor and outdoor spaces, offering a wide variety of halal Malay and international cuisine, as well as products ranging from home decorations and Muslimah fashion to perfumes, ensuring a weather-proof experience.

Free

Anime Festival Asia 2025 (Singapore)

Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore

Anime Festival Asia 2025 (AFA Singapore 2025), the annual celebration of all things anime, is set to return to Suntec Convention Centre from 28 - 30 November 2025! True to tradition, the festival will feature an extensive exhibition of anime, cosplay and gaming merchandise from both emerging and renowned creators. Attendees can also look forward to electrifying concert performances by Japanese anime song artists, exciting Hololive meet-and-greets, cosplay events, engaging gaming activities, delicious snacks, and much more!