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Chinese New Year Events

Chingay @ Heartlands 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 27 Mar 2026

Chingay @ Heartlands 2026, an extension of the Chingay Parade into Singapore's neighbourhoods, will take place over three weekends from 7 to 29 March 2026. The festivities will roll through various locations across the island on selected Saturdays and Sundays, bringing the celebrations to the East, West, North and Northeast. The procession will feature dazzling floats from the earlier Chinese New Year celebrations, alongside lively performances and community activities that highlight Singapore's rich cultural diversity and collective spirit.

Chingay 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 12 Mar 2026

Chingay 2026 (新加坡妆艺大游行2026), the 54th edition of Singapore’s iconic Chinese New Year street parade, will make its grand return to the F1 Pit Building on 27 & 28 February 2026. With the theme WISH, the 2026 edition will feature the parade’s first-ever circular parade route and a transformable multi-tier stage, presenting an awe-inspiring showcase of multicultural heritage infused with modern creativity to express our hopes for the year ahead.

Spring Blossoms 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 1 Mar 2026

Spring Blossoms 2026 (滨海湾花园新春花展2026《春花盛开之骏马奔腾》), the annual Chinese New Year floral exhibition, is returning to the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay (GBTB) from 16 January to 1 March 2026. This year's theme, "Spring Blossoms: Gallop into Prosperity", celebrates the Year of the Horse with eight life-sized horse lanterns, meticulously handcrafted by Chinese artisans using techniques that date back over a thousand years to the Tang Dynasty.

Marina Bay Dragon Drone Show 2024

Updated: 28 Feb 2026

Marina Bay Dragon Drone Show 2024 (The Legend of the Dragon Gate) will take place for 4 nights on 10, 11, 15 & 16 February 2024 in the Marina Bay precinct to celebrate the Chinese New Year (CNY). A fleet of 1500 drones will present the story of the mythical Dragon King in a 10-minute performance, filling the sky with a symphony of lights and music.

Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 20 Feb 2026

Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival 2026 (2026年牛车水农历新年庆祝活动), Singapore’s annual celebration in the historic Chinese enclave of early immigrants, will be held from 18 January - 18 March 2026. Like the last edition, Chinatown's four main streets will sparkle each night with dazzling Chinese New Year (CNY) light installations and vibrant festive decorations. With the Horse as the Zodiac sign for 2026, visitors can look forward to charming horse-themed characters and auspicious greetings featuring the Chinese character for "Horse 马".

River Hongbao 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 20 Feb 2026

River Hongbao 2026 (春到河畔2026四十周年庆) marks the 40th anniversary of Singapore’s iconic annual Chinese New Year (CNY) celebrations. Making a grand return for 10 days from 15 - 24 February 2026, the festival will once again light up Gardens by the Bay (GBTB) as it ushers in the Year of the Horse. Continuing its long-standing traditions, both locals and international visitors can gather at the iconic gardens in the Marina Bay precinct to immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere. Event highlights include four nights of fireworks, a countdown celebration on CNY Eve, photo opportunities with the majestic God of Fortune statue, as well as dazzling horse-themed and Singapore multicultural-themed lanterns, lights, and intricate festive decorations.

Our Tampines Hub Chinese New Year Concert 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 10 Feb 2026

Our Tampines Hub Chinese New Year Concert 2026 (骏马迎春贺新岁2026 Spring Melodies) is a free Getai concert taking place on CNY Day 5, 21 February 2026, at Festive Plaza, Our Tampines Hub. The show will be led by veteran local celebrity Marcus Chin 陈建彬 alongside YES933 DJ Hazelle Teo 张颖双, with support from popular internet personalities Jasper Lai 赖宇涵 and Lim Xixi 茜茜. Audiences can also look forward to lively performances by Getai singers Yuan Jin 袁瑾, Tian Yue 天悦, and more.

Chinatown Chinese New Year Festival 2025 (Singapore)

Updated: 8 Feb 2026

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.

River Hongbao 2025 (Singapore)

Updated: 6 Feb 2026

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.

RWS Spring into Waves of Wonder 2026 (Singapore)

Updated: 23 Jan 2026

RWS Spring into Waves of Wonder 2026, the annual Chinese New Year celebration at the mega aquarium in Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), returns from 30 January - 3 March 2026. Event highlights include enchanting underwater seahorse and majestic dragon dances, meet-and-greets with Manta mascots, and cultural music performances that blend sounds from diverse traditions. Visitors can also enjoy a selection of Chinese New Year–themed festive snacks available throughout the celebration period.