1. Coca-Cola’s CNY Live Experience
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The iconic drink brand rings in the Year of the Snake with an immersive experience along Orchard Road with interactive activities and free cans of exclusive CNY-themed Coca-Cola cans too!
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The pop-up is decked in auspicious red hues, photo spots and even a giant life-sized Coca-Cola can installation. You’ll get to discover your zodiac fortune forecast for 2025, write some calligraphy wishes to take home and win limited-edition Coca-Cola prizes too.
Coca-Cola’s CNY Live Experience
Dates: Now till 2nd February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: In front of Mandarin Gallery
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday, 5pm-9pm; Friday-Sunday, 1pm-9pm
2. Gustav Klimt: Timeless Beauty
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Gustav Klimt’s golden masterpieces come to life in this new immersive 360-degree experience and art exhibition that’s filled with light and timeless beauty. Klimt is known for being a master of symbolism, with works that exude radiance and opulence.
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You’ll get to see some of his iconic masterpieces projected onto an immersive display of 5 large-scale screens. Some of the works featured include that of “The Kiss”, “Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer” and more.
Gustav Klimt: Timeless Beauty
Dates: Now till 17th August 2025
Admission: From $16 per person
Address: 3rd floor, No. 600 North Bridge Road, Parkview Square, Singapore 188778
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm daily
3. Van Gogh: Love Vincent
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If you missed the previous Van Gogh: Immersive Experience in Singapore, you’re in luck! Yet another stunning Van Gogh-inspired experience has just landed here for a limited time only.
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The Van Gogh: Love Vincent exhibition is now in Singapore for the first time, presenting a gorgeous visual art experience paired with music and 360-degree digital projections all around. You’ll be able see Van Gogh’s iconic masterpieces come alive in vibrant multicolour, including the likes of Starry Night and Sunflowers.
Van Gogh: Love Vincent
Dates: Now till 17th August 2025
Admission: From $16 per person
Address: 3rd floor, No. 600 North Bridge Road, Parkview Square, Singapore 188778
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm daily
4. POPMART x Chinese New Year
@jewelchangiairport Look who have arrived to spend Chinese New Year at Jewel! Head over to Canopy Park this weekend to check out all the adorable @POP MART Singapore installations! Until 28 February! #JewelChangiAirport #PlayAtJewel #PopMartSG
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The first-ever POPMART x Chinese New Year installations have landed in Singapore, featuring your favourite characters! These new POPMART installations are the first in Southeast Asia, and Singapore is the only place outside of China where you’ll be able to find these themed displays!
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You’ll find all your favourite POPMART characters featured at various locations, all decked in festive and auspicious Chinese New Year looks. Spot favourites like Labubu, Sweet Bean, MOLLY, SKULLPANDA, PINO JELLY, CRYBABY, DIMOO, Hirono and HACIPUPU.
POPMART x Chinese New Year
Dates: Now till 28th February 2025
Address: Jewel Changi Airport
Opening Hours: 24 Hours
5. Festive Market by Sunday Social
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Sentosa’s popular Festive Market by Sunday Social is back this weekend along Palawan Beach Walk. The upcoming edition is Valentine’s Day-themed, so if you’ve yet to grab a gift for that special someone—you know where to go.
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The market features over 25 vendors, plus food trucks, live music, workshops, a love lock wall, and even a unique “Kissing Booth”! You can find one-of-a-kind gifts including handmade crafts, floral creations, fragrances and more.
Festive Market by Sunday Social
Dates: 1st-2nd February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Palawan Beach Walk (next to Palawan Green)
Opening Hours: 4pm-9pm daily
6. Istana Open House
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The annual Istana Open house is back again this festive season for just one day only on 2nd February 2025. Visitors will get a rare inside look and tour of the Istana’s grounds, exploring its rich history, architectural heritage, flora and fauna.
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Visitors will get to see the Swan Pond, Japanese Garden, Villa, Gun Terrace and more. Tours of the Istana are free, but there will be special booths set up where you can snag limited-edition memorabilia and merchandise like keychains, caps, mugs and more. For more information on the open house event, see here.
Istana Open House
Date: 2nd February 2025
Address: The Istana, Orchard Rd, Singapore 238823
Opening Hours: 8.30am-6pm
7. Somewhere Near Home Exhibition
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Renowned contemporary artist, Adam Handler, unveils a new solo exhibition in Singapore, featuring his signature whimsical strokes, pastel colour scheme and playful style. Titled “Somewhere Near Home” the exhibition explored the notion of “home” in an evocative and creative way.
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The artworks featured in the exhibition showcase unique characters that showcase a blend of childlike innocence with deep meaning, and each piece acts like a visual narrative, telling a story that resonate with each person in different ways.
Somewhere Near Home Exhibition
Dates: Now till 1st March 2025
Admission: Free
Address: LOY Contemporary Art Gallery, 133 Tanglin Rd, Tudor Court, Singapore 247926
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-6.30pm
8. Light to Night 2025
@visit_singapore Light to Night Festival – yes, we 👀 you. @National Gallery Singapore With over 70 artworks and programmes at Singapore’s most Instagrammable night festival, this is THE place to see and be seen. ✨ 📍 Civic District 📆 17 Jan to 6 Feb 🎟 Admission is free* (selected programmes may require tickets) #VisitSingapore #Singapore #SGArtWeek #SAW2025 #ArtTakesOver #OurSGArts
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The biggest light-up event of the year is back for another edition at the Civic District, with even more installations and events to look forward to. There’s more than 70 attractions this time around across locations like The Arts House, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, The Esplanade and more.
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This year’s theme is ‘Do You See Me?’. and some highlights from the art installations include glow-in-the-dark “friendship bracelets” station, interactive laser “grass cutters”, iridescent pagoda structure, giant colourful and glowing fern displats and more.
Light to Night 2025
Dates: Now till 6th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Civic District (various locations)
Opening Hours: 6pm-12am daily
9. LINE FRIENDS CNY Pop-up
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The adorable LINE FRIENDS minini characters are taking Orchard by storm once more this festive season with a playful and auspicious pop-up installation at Orchard Central. Spot the various photo spots within and outside the mall itself, featuring the quartet of mini friends: lenini, selini, bnini and conini.
@fareastmalls Huat we go, bestie 🧧🥰️ #FarEastMalls #FoundatFarEast #OrchardCentral #SeasonsOfLove #LINEFRIENDS #minini #mininiworld LunarNewYear
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The installations also feature IG-worthy photo ops with lit up life-sized displays and backdrops. From now till 16th February 2025, shoppers can also look forward to redeem an exclusive LINE FRIENDS minini plush pouch and reusable bag with a minimum spend of $150.
LINE FRIENDS CNY Pop-up
Dates: Now till 16th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238896
Opening Hours: 11am-10pm daily
10. River Hongbao 2025
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One of the biggest and most highly-anticipated festive events in Singapore, River Hongbao, is back this year: with spectacular firecrackers, giant lanterns, a carnival and more. This year’s event is held at Gardens by the Bay once more, featuring larger-than-life illuminated displays, lion dances, live entertainment and a food street too.
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The lantern displays this year are SG60 themed, depicting iconic scenes like a floating market, God of Fortune, lush floral gardens and much more. Check out the full programme line-up and event highlights here.
River Hongbao 2025
Dates: Now till 5th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Gardens by the Bay
Opening Hours: 6.30pm onwards
11. Spring Blossoms at Gardens by the Bay
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What better way to usher in the Year of the Snake than with a spectacular and stunning floral display at Gardens by the Bay? This year’s CNY floral installations are inspired by one of China’s greatest folklores: the Legend of the White Snake.
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Taking centrestage is the massive 4.5-metre tall floral sculpture depicting Madam White Snake herself, as well as intricate and visually stunning 3D sculptures. The floral installation boasts over 1000 dahlias, an auspicious symbol of prosperity and new beginnings—fitting for the festive season.
Spring Blossoms at Gardens by the Bay
Dates: Now till 23rd February 2025
Admission: From $12 per person
Address: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Opening Hours: 9am-9pm daily
12. A Big, Big World of Festivities
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Sentosa rings in the new year with a bang with their Big, Big World of Festivities happening at various locations around the island! There’s a marvelous 88-metre long lit-up dragon installation, stunning floral displays and massive CNY-themed art displays.
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There will also be meet and greet sessions with the God of Fortune mascot, zodiac readings, live cultural performances, IG-worthy spots and more. For more details on all the festivities to catch at Sentosa, see here.
A Big, Big World of Festivities
Dates: Now till 16th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Sentosa Island (various locations)
Opening Hours: Various
13. Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule
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Singapore Flyer gets a fresh new Sonic-inspired look at one of their capsules for a limited time only! Say hello to the new Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule, a special limited-edition capsule outfitted with Sonic the Hedgehog-themed decor.
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Aside from the unique interior of the capsule, you’ll also be able to enjoy access to Sony PS5 console games, plus get one house-mixed Sonic-themed mocktail, Janice Wong chocolate and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie action figure for free.
Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule
Dates: Now till 23rd March 2025
Admission: $79 per person
Address: 30 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039803
Opening Hours: 10am-10pm daily
14. Scarce City
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A play on the word, “scarcity”, is Scarce City, a new interactive and immersive exhibition at National Gallery Singapore. The unique exhibition explores and challenges our perceptions of success and scarcity, combining gaming and theatre elements.
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Highlights from the exhibition include a spectacular 3D-printed world made from over 4000 pieces of recycled plastic, an immersive theatre experience, light-based installations and more. Prices to the event start from $35 per person.
Scarce City
Dates: Now till 2nd February 2025
Admission: From $35 per person
Address: National Gallery Singapore
Opening Hours: 10am-7pm daily
15. Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival
@shout.sg Hello Kitty carnival rides in Singapore?! There’s a new Hello Kitty themed carnival at Changi Airport with themed amusement rides like swing carousel, bumper cars; plus claw machine games, gachapon machines and more! Hello Kitty carnival Changi Airport Terminal 3
♬ シカ色デイズ – 鹿乃子のこ (CV.潘めぐみ) & 虎視虎子 (CV.藤田 咲) & 虎視餡子 (CV.田辺留依) & 馬車芽めめ (CV.和泉風花)
If you’ve yet to visit the popular Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival at Changi Airport, now’s the time: you can now enjoy 50% off all rides, carnival games, activities, workshops, claw machines, gachapons and photobooths at the carnival!
The discount is applicable from now till the end of the carnival, with prices for each category as follows:
- Amusement rides at 4 or 6 medals (UP. 8 or 12 medals)
- Carnival games at 2-4 medals (UP. 3-6 medals)
- Regular claw machines at 1 medal (UP. 2 medals)
- Jumbo claw machines at 2 medals (UP. 3 medals)
- Gachapon machines at 6 or 8 medals (UP. 10 or 15 medals)
- Activities for up to 50% off, limited to 20/30 per day
- Photobooth at 4 medals (UP. 8 medals)
Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival
Dates: Now till 16th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Changi Airport T3, Level 1 (next to McDonald’s)
Opening Hours: 12pm-10pm daily
16. Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat
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Iconic American artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat, presents the global debut of his Behind the Canvas series right here in Singapore. The exclusive Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibition will be running at Marina Bay Sands till March 2025.
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The exhibition offers an inside look at the artist’s life and work, showcasing some of his innovative art, sketches and illustrations through immersive installations. Some highlights from the event include themed zones like The Basquiat Handbook, Basquiat The Notebooks, The Den and more.
Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat
Dates: Now till 6th March 2025
Admission: From $48 per person
Address: Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level B2, Exhibition Hall D
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm daily
17. World of Studio Ghibli
@artsciencemuseum Two sleeps till you can step into The World of Studio Ghibli ✨ Which magical scene are you most excited to explore? #GhibliASM #StudioGhibli #ArtScienceMuseum #Ghibli #fypsg
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This is your final chance to catch the iconic World of Studio Ghibli experience in Singapore before it leaves Singapore this February 2025! There’s also a retail store where you can shop exclusive Studio Ghibli merchandise.
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Fans of the series will get to explore 11 large-scale installations featuring iconic scenes from popular films, including Spirited Away, My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, My Neighbour Totoro, Howl’s Moving Castle and more.
World of Studio Ghibli
Dates: Now till 2nd February 2025
Address: ArtScience Museim
Opening Hours: Sunday-Thursday, 10am-7pm; Friday-Saturday, 10am-9pm
