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Best Mid-Autumn Festival Events 2025 In Singapore: Top Celebrations To Experience *WILL BE UPDATED
Lanterns + Mooncakes + Entertainment
2024 Sep 01 - 2024 Sep 30
Get ready to embrace the magic of the Mid-Autumn Festival 2024! This season, we’re inviting you and your family to dive into the festive spirit with our handpicked spots bursting with vibrant traditions and cultural wonders. From the glowing lantern displays at Gardens by the Bay to the stunning streetlights of Chinatown, there’s no shortage of mesmerizing sights to enjoy. If you’re new to this celebration, it’s the perfect time to immerse yourself in the festival’s rich heritage. So, gear up to make this Mid-Autumn Festival a radiant one you won’t forget!
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CHINATOWN MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL: Chinatown *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
A Festival Through GenerationsThis year’s celebrations are a little different and seek to show the changes over the years in how Mid-Autumn festival has been celebrated. The celebration will also have new features, and the highlights include the official street light-up and opening ceremony, an interactive digital lantern riddles experience and the Chinatown Lantern Walk. Gather together with your loved ones under the moonlight this year!
When: Now till 2 October 2024
Chinatown, https://chinatownfestivals.sg/ -
LIGHTS BY THE LAKE: Jurong Lake Gardens *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
A Captivating Gala Of Lights, Music, And Cultural DelightsLights by the Lake is back this year with more splendor than ever. The 15-day celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival will feature the 21st edition of the NParks Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra®. Themed 'Moonlit Melodies', a talented line-up of local artistes who will perform a selection of popular Mandarin and English songs. In support of the President's Challenge 2024, there will also be fun charity booths where visitors can contribute to the initiative. This year’s lantern display will feature the biodiversity of the gardens by enhancing the colours and shapes of the flora and fauna, as well as the gardens' iconic buildings! Be sure to take lots of photos while you’re there!
When: 8 to 22 September 2024
Jurong Lake Gardens, Yuan Ching Road, Singapore, https://www.nparks.gov.sg/juronglakegardens/whats-happening/lights-by-the-lake -
MID-AUTUMN AT GARDENS BY THE BAY: Bayfront *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
A Celebration To RememberThis one’s going to be a favorite among kids! Get the chance to meet Kiddo and friends as they bring you through picturesque paths lined with colourful lanterns, each inspired by joyful scenes of childhood playtime under the moonlit skies. This year’s lantern set is designed by a local artist, Mr Lee Kow Fong, so come and support local artists! Apart from the lights, there are cultural performances, workshops and carnival games to look forward to as well. Be sure to visit the main webpage for more information.
When: 4 to 22 September 2024
Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953, https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/things-to-do/calendar-of-events/mid-autumn-festival-2024.html -
DONALD DUCK’S 90TH ANNIVERSARY: Vivocity *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Donald Duck Themed CelebrationsAre you a Donald Duck fan? Or perhaps your kids are. Either way, Vivo City’s Mid-Autum festival decorations commemorate this iconic Disney character’s birthday as well and it’s a very cute spot! The mall’s sky park has been transformed into a wonderland filled with illuminated displays and picture-perfect moments for visitors of all ages. Get your Instagram-worthy snapshots there!
When: Till 22 September 2024
Vivo City, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585 -
MID-AUTUMN FAMILY FUN: Tanjong Pagar *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Family-Friendly ActivitiesFor just one weekend, the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and Singapore Chinese Orchestra are organising Mid-Autumn Family Fun, with family-friendly activities specially curated for families and children, young and old to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival the traditional way. There will be free snacks, free mooncakes and tons of games to look forward to where you can even win exclusive gifts! Do be sure to also look out for The Moon Mission, a theatre production of a reimagined tale which tells the story of folklore characters such as Chang’e and many others! For more details, check out the main webpage!
When: 6-8 September 2024
Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore 018906, https://singaporen.sg/festivals/mid-autumn/familyfun/ -
MID-AUTUMN MOONWALK AT HUB AND SPOKE: Changi Airport *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
An Evening Under MoonlightHow about a magical evening under the moonlight as you celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival in an outdoor garden at Hub & Spoke? Take part on an exquisite lantern walk amongst life-sized dinosaurs and indulge in yummy fruit-based mooncake that offer a refreshingly unique taste experience. There are also exciting games to be played where you can win fantastic prizes in the lucky draws. If your kids are into arts and crafts, there are also stations where they can make and customise their own lanterns. Do get your tickets through Changi App or Klook!
When: 8 & 15 September 2024
Hub & Spoke Café, 60 Airport Boulevard #01-T2S-02, Singapore Changi Airport, 819643, https://www.changiairport.com/en/discover/latest-happenings/midautumn-moonwalk.html -
THE RACE AROUND THE MOON: Bukit Merah *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
A Theatrical Production On Classical Chinese FolkloreThe Race Around the Moon returns in 2024, now performed in Chinese! Watch the actors enact the classic tales of Chang’e, Jade Rabbit, and Wu Gang. This play enforces the importance of friendship. After years of being apart from their families, the three characters are given a chance to reunite, but there’s a catch—only the victor of the race will be granted this privilege. Suitable for kids, this play seeks to teach your little ones that true success lies not in winning but in the enduring bonds of friendship that transcend competition and disappointment. Recommended for kiddos aged 5-10 years, do remember to get your tickets in advance before they are sold out.
When: 7 & 15 September 2024
Sky Garden Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461, https://gatewaytheatre.sg/events/the-race-around-the-moon-2/ -
WAN QING CLOSING FEST: Toa Payoh *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
One Last HurrahSun Yat Seng Memorial Hall is closing and the Wan Qing Closing Fest seeks to commemorate this historical site one last time before its closure. Come celebrate Chinese arts, culture, and heritage through a series of fun and exciting events and activities all for free. The gallery hours have also been extended on Saturdays till 14 September for visitors to spend more time. Some highlights of the festival include a lawn installation, a puzzle adventure and Hanfu portrait photography. Doesn’t it all sound exciting! Be sure to support this iconic landmark one last time before it closes its doors for restoration.
When: Till 15 September 2024
Sun Yat Seng Memorial Hall, 12 Tai Gin Rd, Singapore 327874, https://www.sysnmh.org.sg/en/whats-on/events/wan-qing-closing-fest -
MOONLIT FESTIVAL: Singapore Discovery Centre *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Embark On A Celestial JourneyAre you ready for an epic September holiday adventure? Join Singapore Discovery Centre’s Moonlit festival to celebrate unity and togetherness this Mid-Autumn season. There’s just so much to look out for from stage and booth activities for the kiddos to a meet-and-greet session with Chang’e and Hou Yi and even a lantern making workshop. These are just a few of the programs available so do visit their official website for more details!
When: 8 September 2024
Singapore Discovery Centre, 510 Upper Jurong Rd, Singapore 638365, https://www.defencecollectivesg.com/moonlit-2024/ -
WALKING TOUR: Telok Ayer Green *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Storytelling Sessions And Free LanternsWant to know more about Chinese Folklore but don’t know how to? This walking tour might just be the right thing. Organised by Uncle Chris Walking Tours, this walking tour takes you through Telok Ayer Green while you learn the story of Hou Yi and The Legend of the 10 Suns, then learn about how mooncakes and lanterns became symbols of the Mid-Autumn Festival. If you decide to bring your kids along, do take note kids under the age of 18 are entitled to a free lantern after the session. The session is free, and you simply have to email chrisng@footworksmedia.com.sg to save your spot!
When: 14 September 2024
Telok Ayer Green, 186 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068632, https://www.facebook.com/unclechriswalkingtours/posts/pfbid02e9U9Met4eX3U3s1CTsyohPZG9jKMJgrznMfKnyQ3mzX3LccHPRn7kneqeztu9qWdl?rdid=pl4gY8MTT3P1E9ez -
CRANE’S MID-AUTUMN EVENT: Joo Chiat *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Mid-Autumn Fair And Craft SessionPerhaps this year you are seeking something more hands on for your kids to do during the Mid-Autumn festival period. Fret not for Crane is hosting a mid-autumn event with a fabulous Doodle Fest, where you can sit down and doodle with the kids to their hearts' content; and experience a fun treasure hunt for hidden candy! Simply just drop in anytime during the duration of the event!
When: 14 -15 September 2024
Crane Joo Chiat, 432 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427535, https://www.wearecrane.com/things-to-do/mid-autumn-fair-kids-crafts -
FAMILY FEST: Simei *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Perfect For All AgesWant to join a celebration designed for all ages? This event features a thrilling escape room experience inspired by the captivating tale of Chang’e and Hou Yi, making it the highlight of the experience. You can also enjoy engaging game booths, exciting board games, and take part in lucky draws for a chance to win fantastic prizes. Tickets only cost SGD$5 per person but there’s also a bundle deal where if you buy 2 tickets at SGD$10, you get 1 ticket free!
When: 14 September 2024
Brahm Centre @ Simei, 148 Simei Street 1. #01-121 Singapore 520148, https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/family-fest-on-mid-autumn-smii20240914yff-tickets-913697593097?aff=ebdssbdestsearch -
TO THE MOON AND BACK: Chinatown *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Celebrate The Splendor Of Mid-AutumnChinatown Point is hosting their very own Mid-Autumn event, To the Moon and Back, an event that celebrates the warmth of family and the joy of community. Some of the activities you can look forward to include the photo-op To The Moon and Back, a lantern-making competition and a mass lantern walk. At the lantern-making competition, you can stand a chance to win cool prizes while flexing your artistic skills!
When: Till 29 September 2024
Chinatown Point, 133 New Bridge Rd, Singapore 059413, https://chinatownpoint.com.sg/MAF24 -
MOONCAKE WORKSHOP FOR KIDS: Holland Village *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Whip Up Tasty MooncakesAre your little one’s chefs in the making? This Mid-Autumn season, how about signing them up for a mooncake preparation workshop where they get to make their own mooncakes from scratch with the help of professionals? Kids will get to decorate two mooncakes, using eight 3D cookies with cute motifs and a chocolate pen. Accompanying adults can also design mooncakes but must book for one person. Get your tickets now!
When: Till 17 September 2024
Event Space Plot B of Village Square (ASO-01-02), 1 Holland Village Way, Singapore 275748, https://www.klook.com/en-SG/activity/124366-mooncake-workshop-in-singapore/?aid=27199&utm_medium=affiliate-alwayson&utm_source=non-network&utm_campaign=27199&utm_term= -
NYONYA BEADING WORKSHOP: Duxton *Top Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
Mid-Autumn Festival EditionThis beads embroidery workshop on a frame offers you an opportunity to learn the art of bead embroidery in just 2 hours for only SGD $89 pax. During the workshop, you will be guided on how to bead & embroider traditional patterns on a frame, with an average of 300 beads. If you’re looking for a relaxing activity this Mid-Autumn season, this might be the perfect one for you!
When: 27 September 2024
Co. @ Duxton, 99 Duxton Road #02-00 Singapore, Singapore 089543, https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/nyonya-beading-workshop-mid-autumn-festival-edition-tickets-929021457187?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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