Christmas 2023: 30 Events, Markets & Activities to Explore with Your Family!



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We bring you the best family-friendly Christmas events, markets and activities in Singapore for 2023!

*Updated Dec 2023

Do you hear that? It’s the sound of jingle bells - there no reason to store your festive celebrations in the back storage - it is time to celebrate! 

This season is the perfect opportunity to create more memorable moments with your family, which is why we bring you this extensive list of family-friendly Christmas events, markets and activities! 

For more Christmas and Festive To-Dos

1. A Series of Family Fun and More at Eastpoint Mall

Venue: Eastpoint Mall, Outdoor field

Discover family fun at Eastpoint Mall this year-end school holidays as the mall organises an exciting skating experience for families! 

  • Dates: 5 - 10 Dec 2023, 12 pm - 8 pm
  • Admission: $10 (book slot here)

Discover the joy of ice-skating at Eastpoint Mall! Enjoy 30-minutes of icy fun for only $10, PLUS a free popcorn treat for every weekend slot booked! 

Safety gear such as helmets, gloves, knee pads and elbow pads will be provided. Do remember to bring your own mid-calf socks or purchase it onsite for $3 a pair! Suitable for children above 5 years, height restrictions may apply.

2. Ride Santa's Sleigh, Play Arcade Games and More at The Woodleigh Mall

Venue: Level 1 Atrium, The Woodleigh Mall
Dates: 14 Nov - 31 Dec 2023
Admission: Free with min. spending in the mall

Are you ready for a magical holiday season filled with joy, laughter, and family fun? The Woodleigh Mall is thrilled to invite you and your loved ones to Sparkle Splendour at The Woodleigh Mall, a spectacular Christmas event that promises to make your festive season truly enchanting. Get ready for an experience that will leave your family with cherished memories!

Sparkle Splendour is suitable for families with young kids, and there's no age limit, so come on down to join in the festive fun!

3. A Full Day of Free Fun Activities for Families at Rochester Mall's All Stars Christmas

Venue: Rochester Mall
Dates: 2 Dec 2023, 12 pm - 5 pm
Admission: Free

The holiday season is upon us, and we have discovered a wonderland of activities that will undoubtedly spread the festive cheer among your children! If you're in the hunt for family-friendly events and experiences during this special time of year, you don't want to miss the All Stars Christmas at Rochester Mall! A one-day only family fun experience that combines sports day, a ninja challenge, craft workshops, fun performances, and lots of Christmas magic.

Turn an ordinary shopping trip into a memorable outing. Rochester Mall presents a one-day only fun-filled (and FREE) experience all under one roof. Mark your calendars for 2nd Dec 2023 from 12 pm to 5 pm, for this exciting experience is suitable for kids aged 4-12 years old. 

4. Visit Singapore Largest Yuletide Fair - The Christmas Wonderland

Venue: Gardens by the Bay
Dates: 1 Dec 2023 - 1 Jan 2024
Admission: from $8 (adults), $6 (children) - tickets available here

Ring in the festive cheer this December as Christmas Wonderland celebrates a decade of wonder as it returns to Gardens by the Bay from 1 Dec 2023 to 1 Jan 2024! The 10th edition of Singapore’s biggest (and in our opinion, best) yuletide fair features a supersized fairground with a sensational array of light displays, new carnival rides and more festive activities.

With more than 27,000 square metres to cover, this year’s enlarged fairground comprises three magical zones: Supertree Grove, Frosty’s Fairground at The Meadow, and Gingerbread Grove. Visitors can admire 13 stunning light displays, soak in the holiday cheer with a multi-sensory experience complete with ‘snow’ in the tropics, hop onto new carnival rides, have a go at carnival games, meet Santa Claus, dine on festive fare, catch live performances by local artistes and lots more! 

5. Jumptopia Playful Wonders at Sands 

VenueSands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall C, 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
Dates: 25 Nov 2023 - 7 Jan 2024 (tickets available here)

Are you ready? The annual year-end Jumptopia will be back at Sands Convention Center, Hall C with more fun and creative play for little ones! Jumptopia Playful Wonders will be a large-scale end-of-year event that combines bouncy castles, children's go-karts, food and art.

This has been a yearly exciting event to look forward to, so stay tuned for the more information about this unique adventure, and create wonderful memories together during this exciting end-of-year school holiday!

6. X'mas with a Splash by Kiztopia at VivoCity

Venue: VivoCity, Outside Plaza, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
Dates: 17 Nov 2023 - 1 Jan 2024
Admission: from $20 (Tickets available here)

At the end of this year, Kiztopia will bring you a unique Christmas experience at the X'mas with a Splash at VivoCity! Head over to the outdoor plaza on the 1st floor of VivoCity from November 17, 2023 to January 1, 2024, and spend an unforgettable time in the magical world of Christmas!

There will be 4 inflatable castles for children, one of which is the first-ever water activity inflatable castle, so that children can also have fun through water activities. That's not all! There will also be snow sessions every evening in-front of the 15m tall Christmas tree too! 

7. Cluny Court's Annual Christmas Fair

Venue: Cluny Court
Dates: Thu - Sun between 23 Nov - 17 Dec
Admission: Free

Cluny Court will open its merry doors once again for the tenth edition of the mall’s highly anticipated Christmas Fair. Bring the whole family along to meet Santa and capture festive holiday photos before going Christmas Shopping for unique items at our Christmas Fair and boutiques at Level 2!

Don your festive best and head down to Santa’s grotto to usher in the holly jolly season with Santa Claus himself! Visit Santa on the following dates from 11am to 6pm (Thu, Fri & Sat) and 11am to 5pm (Sun) to discuss your Christmas wish list before capturing a new family photo full of holiday cheer.

  • 23 Nov, Thu - 26 Nov, Sun
  • 30 Nov, Thu - 3 Dec, Sun
  • 7 Dec, Thu - 10 Dec, Sun
  • 14 Dec, Thu - 17 Dec, Sun

Cluny Court’s annual Christmas Fair at Level 2 will feature over 20 stores selling an eclectic mix of wares from one-of-a-kind festive traders. From Japanese handmade ceramics and Thai wooden home decor to Madagascar Award-winning artisan jams and German Christmas Market delights, you’ll be sure to find exceptional gifts for friends, family and even something for yourself at this year’s Christmas Fair. 

8. A Magical Christmas at Tanglin Mall

Venue: Tanglin Mall
Dates: 16 Nov 2023 to 1 Jan 2024
Admission: Free

Christmas is a magical time of year for families, filled with twinkling lights, enchanting decorations, and the delightful anticipation of Santa’s arrival. This year, make your Christmas celebration extra special by immersing yourself in the festive spirit at Tanglin Mall, located in the heart of Singapore.

From 16 Nov 2023 to 1 Jan 2024, Tanglin Mall transports you and your family to a winter wonderland with its "A Magical Christmas" event. Get ready to enter Santa's village and take part in exciting activities and definitely don't miss the iconic show shows at the mall's outdoor area too!

Use Promo Code: TMXMASBYKIDO to redeem a free Christmas Event Pass via the Great Rewards App! The promo code is limited to the first 100 redemptions and limited to 1 redemption per Great Rewards Member only. Valid till 26 Dec 2023.

9. Superstar Christmas at Resorts World Sentosa

Venue: Resorts World Sentosa
Dates: 1 Dec - 3 Jan 2023
Admission: Free

Setting the stage for the holidays are Resort World Sentosa's dazzling Christmas light decorations. Look out for the Superstar Archway Structures at main entrances and linkways, adorable Bunnyverse characters dressed as snow bunnies and elves, as well as the pièce de résistance – a towering 10m high Christmas Tree of Wonders, that will set the night aglow and enrapture visitors with a show titled “Superstar Spectacular”. It is a visual journey of a shooting star through a Christmas galaxy. The Christmas Tree of Wonders debuts on 1 December. Showtimes are at 5.30 pm, 7.00 pm, and 8.30 pm.

10. Escape into Holiday Wonderland with LINE FRIENDS at Suntec City

VenueSuntec City Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), 3 Temasek Boulevard, Singapore 038983
Dates: 16 Nov - 26 Dec 2023
Admission: TBC

Together with LINE FRIENDS buddies, BROWN, CONY, CHOCO, and SALLY, get ready for fun, frolic, and fantastic memories as Suntec City unveils a magical wonderland.

Dive into the snowy ball pit and have a swingin’ good time on the Brown House Slide and whimsical Carousel Bauble Swings, make it rain with at the Ball-mania Towers, or try your hand at carnival games! Whether you’re a kid or kid at heart, there’s something for everyone at Holiday Wonderland. 

At Holiday Wonderland, families can expect a festive play zone accompanied with busking performances, roving mascots, and a snowfall show too!

11. Hello Kitty and Friends Arrives at Marina Square

Venue: Marina Square
Dates: 23 Nov 2023 - 1 Jan 2024
Admission: Free

Step into a world of alluring experiences this Christmas as Marina Square brings a wondrous festive experience with Sanrio characters at the Christmas Wanderland. Feel the Christmas spirit in the air as Marina Square transforms its central atrium into a picture-perfect magical Wanderland with adorable Sanrio characters. 

Journey through the Wanderland and be captivated by Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, Pompompurin, My Melody, Kuromi and Little Twin Stars.

Families can grab photos at the various photo spots, have a fun time at the snowfall sessions, take part in meet & greet sessions, and more to have lots of festive family fun!

12. Wisma Atria’s Spellbinding Aquatic Wonderland

Venue: Wisma Atria
Date: now to 25 Dec 2023

Have an enchanting Christmas this year-end at Wisma Atria as they unveil their Christmas activations in this year’s Spellbinding Aquatic Wonderland. From 16 November to 25 December 2023, make merry at the mall as it transforms into a spectacular aquatic realm, a nod to the iconic Wisma Atria Aquarium of yesteryears.

This year’s Christmas installations, inspired by a fantastical seascape, invite visitors to immerse themselves in an aquatic wonderland created to captivate the senses and evoke wonder in all. Beyond the Christmas installations, visitors to the mall can also look forward to live performances, live art customisation and meet and greet sessions with several notable local artists, as well as exciting mall promotions during the campaign period.

13. Have A Very Smurfy Christmas with City Square Mall

Venue: City Square Mall
Dates: 17 Nov - 31 Dec 2023
Admission: Free

This holiday season, families can step into an enchanting world of The Smurfs as City Square Mall transforms into a winter wonderland straight out of Smurf Village. With whimsical decorations and hundreds of blue Smurfs surrounding the mall, it will definitely make for an unforgettable experience for families and Smurfs fans.

Paint the mall blue this Christmas by dressing up in your best blue outfits for A Very Smurfy Christmas with fun-filled festive activities and do-good initiatives for the whole family through till the end of the year - come and be wow-ed by a sea of adorable blue Smurfs and spot your favourite characters such as Papa Smurf, Smurfette and even Gargamel all over City Square Mall! Families can also redeem meet & greet passes to meet Smurfette and Papa Smurf too!

14. Gingerbread Wonderland at NEX

Venue: NEX Singapore
Dates and Time: 5 - 24 Dec, 10.30 am - 8 pm daily
Admission: Min. spending at mall

Experience gravity-defying fun at the Gingerbread Wonderland at NEX, Atrium Level 1. Gingerbread Wonderland is a mega inflatable, spanning  about  2,600 square feet of atrium space and open to the public 10:30am to 9pm daily. Suitable for children aged 1 to 12 years old, get ready to explore Bell’s Gingerbread House and tumble over gingerbread men and candy-coated pretzels!

To redeem a 1-Hour Play Pass at the Gingerbread Wonderland, simply scan your NEXrewards member QR with every $50 spent. Each Play Pass admits 1 adult and 1 child (1 to 12 years old) only and is limited to the first 2,100 redemptions while stocks last. 

15. Celebrate a Merry and Sparkling Christmas at Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove

Venue: Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove
Dates: 17 Nov - 31 Dec 2023
Admission: Free

Get ready to immerse yourself in the excitement of the festive period at Quayside Isle @ Sentosa Cove! From 17 Nov to 31 Dec, Quayside Isle transforms into an enchanting wonderland as the light installations illuminate the scenic marina from 7pm – 10:30pm every evening! At the Fountain Plaza, a magnificent Smurfs-themed Christmas tree adorned with mesmerising lights and decorative charms takes centre stage, radiating a glow that ushers in the holiday spirit. 

That's not all! On 18, 19, 25 and 26 November, the young and the young at heart can get up close with two beloved iconic characters, Smurfette and Papa Smurf, as they embark on their latest adventure at Quayside Isle. Be sure to catch them for a photo, as the two Smurfs will only be around on each of the days at 2.30pm and 6.30pm! 

As the ultimate marina-front dining destination for festive celebrations, Quayside Isle offers a gastronomic journey with a myriad of delectable cuisines that will satisfy every palate, while you enjoy the picturesque view of the waterfront and the magical light-ups.

16. Interactive Installations at the Year-End Festivities At Raffles Place

Venue: around the Raffles Place precinct
Date: now till end of Dec 2023, 7pm to 12am, Daily
Fee: Free admission

This Christmas season, Raffles Place is back with their festive installations that showcase a splendid light show! Happening from now until the end of December, from 7pm to 12pm daily, journey through the precinct to uncover an array of magnificent larger-than-life decorations, while also immersing yourself in interactive light installations at selected locations around the Raffles Place precinct.

Go on a stroll around the 6000 sqm Raffles Place Park, soak in the merry atmosphere, and capture all your precious moments and interact with the festive installations!

17. Visit a Candy-themed Wonderland at Changi Airport

Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 3
Dates: 4 Nov - 4 Mar 2024
Admission: Free with paid activities

Changi Airport is set to transform into a realm of festive charm from 4 Nov 2023 to 4 Mar 2024 with a magical candyland filled with fun, games and lots of snow - so head down for to create your wintry family fun! As you explore this magical candyland, look out for Changi’s ever lovable dinosaur mascots, dazzling fairy stilt walkers or even Santa himself!

At the heart of the festivities lies the sweetest spectacle: Candy Wonderland at Terminal 3’s departure hall. A cuddly 5-metre-tall bear, a 7-metre-tall rotating cupcake Ferris wheel, a pool of sprinkles, and candy cane lane beckon Changi’s visitors into a world of sweet delight. Don't miss the light and snow show that happens every evening too! 

For those seeking fun, you don't want to miss the Candy Carnival located at T3’s arrival hall with a plethora of exciting carnival games, rides, and adorable Changi-exclusive confectionery-themed prizes to be won.

Just beyond the Candy Carnival lies the enchanting Candy Snow House, a fantastical world of snow and ice! Here's your chance to experience freezing temperatures without leaving the country! 

18. Sci-sational Christmas: A Symphony of Lights & Sound

Venue: Science Centre Singapore 
Date: 9 to 25 Dec 2023 
Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm, 2.30pm to 4.30pm* 
Fee: Complimentary with Science Centre admission*

Immerse yourself in an enchanting symphony of lights and sound at our Sci-sational Christmas event! Discover interactive activities, meet friendly elves and much much more! Sleigh you there!

Also happening as part of the Sci-sational Christmas event, come join the A Christmas Concert: BTS and take a look behind the scenes and join Santa’s elves as they embark on a magical journey to create the ultimate Christmas concert (an additional fee of $5 required)!

19. Santa's Wish Workshop

Venue: KidsSTOP
Date: 18 to 22 Dec 2023, 11.30am to 12pm | 12pm to 12.30pm | 3.30pm to 4pm | 4pm to 4.30pm
Fee: $5 (1 child & 1 adult)

Oh no! Poor Santa has lost his box of Christmas decorations and wishes for your help to decorate his tree. Join us as we create Christmas baubles by tinkering with 3D pens and craft items. Help us make Santa's wish come true!

Recommended age: 4 to 8 years old

20. A Snowy Surprise Show

Venue: KidsSTOP
Date: 18 to 22 Dec 2023, 11am & 3pm
Fee: Complimentary for all KidsSTOP ticket holders

Join Jo and Win as they explore snow, discover why it melts, and uncover the magic to bring snow to our tropical land!

21. Christmas Festivities Returns to Orchard Road - Christmas On A Great Street

Venue: Orchard Road
Dates: Light up from 16 Nov 2023 - 1 Jan 2024
Admission: Free

Orchard Road will be decked out in its festive finest for the annual Christmas light-up.

Christmas on A Great Street, the signature year-end light-up of Orchard Road, will have more fun-filled activities to mark the 40th anniversary of the lighting up of Orchard Road at Christmas, and the 25th anniversary of the Orchard Road Business Association. 

Families can expect a Christmas Eve Street Party with road closures from Christmas Eve evening till Christmas Day as well as 3 Great Christmas Festive Villages with carnival rides and games, pop-up stores, and food and beverage kiosks located outside Shaw House, Ngee Ann City and Plaza Singapura! 

22. Play and Win LEGO Sets at the LEGO Santa's Superpower Christmas Cove

Venue and Dates:

  • Parkway Parade from 20 November to 31 December,
  • Jem from 11 to 31 December and
  • 313@somerset from 18 to 31 December

Times: 12pm on the first day, mall operating hours for subsequent days.
Admission: Free

From November till December 2023, The LEGO Group will be bringing The LEGO Santa’s Superpower Christmas Cove across three malls where families can look forward to fun-filled adventures as they experience the gift of superpowers through LEGO Play!

Parkway Parade, JEM and 313@somerset will be transformed into a Christmas superpower cove with countless opportunities and activities for children to discover a myriad of superpowers.  

To kickstart their adventure, each participant will be given a mission card to complete a series of activity stations and help Santa and his Elves get supercharged for Christmas to locate the missing presents.

From saving Santa’s falling presents with the superpower of agility to putting your superpower of sharpness to the test in the Christmas Village diorama, families can come together to complete themed challenges and redeem a exclusive Santa Minifigure, while stocks last. 

Stand a chance to win attractive prizes with the LEGO Superpower of Speed Challenge happening every weekend from 20 November to 24 December at Parkway Parade.

23. Christmas Celebrations at the Universal Studios Singapore

Venue: Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa 
Date: 2 Dec 2023 to 1 Jan 2024
Fee: Admission fees apply (Check prices here)

The most wonderful time of the year is back as Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa returns with a Christmas celebration for the whole family. From 2 December 2023 to 1 January 2024, A Universal Christmas presents all-new live shows, festive encounters with popular characters, including Illumination’s Minions and DreamWorks’ Trolls and, of course, snowfall. 

24. Ice Magic: Winter Wonderland

Venue: Bayfront Event Space
Dates: 9 Dec 2023 - 21 Jan 2024
Admission: from $19

The Bayfront Event Space will also play host to Ice Magic: Winter Wonderland - Asia’s largest touring pop-up winter playground, from 9 December 2023 to 21 January 2024. The attraction returns bigger and better, with a taller and longer snow slope and dual-lane ice slide for thrill-seekers as well as family-friendly rides such as a merry-go-round on a snowy landscape. Visitors can also admire majestic ice sculptures or head over to the Ice Magic arcade for more games and entertainment or to savour winter flavours at food and beverage stalls.

Limited quantity of early bird tickets are available here

25. 6-Metre Tall Olaf Inflatable at Paragon + Shop & Win Tickets to Hong Kong Disneyland 

Venue: Paragon
Dates: now to  31 Dec 2023

Paragon is delighted to announce its first collaboration with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort on the exciting launch of the world’s first and largest “Frozen” themed land, World of Frozen in Hong Kong Disneyland.

Kicking off the celebrations is the showcase of the biggest Olaf’s invitation to Arendelle in Singapore, which measures 6‑meters in height, located right at the heart of Orchard Road. 

The hard-to-miss Olaf inflatable stands out at the busy stretch of Orchard and serves as an invitation to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort’s upcoming launch of the world’s first and largest “Frozen” themed land – entitled World of

26. Enjoy a Ride in a Festive-Themed Cable Car with Pokemon

Venue: Singapore Cable Car
Dates: 1 Nov 2023 onwards

Mount Faber Leisure Group is kicking off the holiday season with a dazzling array of festive-themed Pokémon cabins from 1st November 2023. Following the successful Pokémon campaign in May this year, the entire fleet of 67 cabins on the Mount Faber Line will feature Pokémon in jolly festive outfits, complete with wreaths and mistletoes spreading the season's joys. 

27. Celebrate Christmas at the Singapore Sports Hub

Venue: Singapore Sports Hub, Stadium Roar
Dates: 6 - 31 Dec 2023 (weekends)
Admission: Free

Immerse yourself in the enchanting Christmas candyland display at the Singapore Sports Hub, where sugary wonders, gingerbread men and festive magic come together in a delightful celebration. Enjoy captivating performances, partake in joyful games, and savour the delectable seasonal treats. The Christmas celebrations at the Singapore Sports Hub promise a feast for the eyes, ears, and taste buds, so join us for an unforgettable experience! 

Over three weekends, the public can join in fun Christmas activities including festive games like Peppermint Pool and Candy Cane Hockey and enjoy live performances. There will also be special appearances by Santa Claus and Santarina for that picture perfect round up of this joyous season.

28. Otah & Friends Takes Over HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir with a Christmas Scavenger Hunt

Venue: HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir
Dates: 9 - 31 Dec 2023
Admission: Free

Celebrate the festive season with an enchanting adventure that combines the joy of the holidays with the thrill of a scavenger hunt! In collaboration with Otah & FriendsHomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir is thrilled to announce its 1st year anniversary celebration with an immersive Otah & Friends themed event – “Operation: Santa Trap”. 

Join Otah & Friends from 9 to 31 December 2023 as they embark on a quest to uncover Santa’s secret message. The clubhouse’s Level 2 Atrium will be home to Otah’s Living Room, where it will be transformed into a treasure trove of clues, puzzles, and holiday cheer! Participants can look forward to an interactive journey to decode Santa’s message hidden amidst the seasonal décor and surprises planted throughout the clubhouse. 

The event promises excitement for all ages – families and friends can take this opportunity to explore the clubhouse and work together to unlock the mystery for a special prize! 

29. Live Music and More @ Lau Pa Sat

Venue: Lau Pa Sat
Dates: Till 31 Dec 2023
Admission: Free

This Christmas, visit Lau Pa Sat and have a feast of local delights while immersing in the festive ambience with a 7m tall inflatable Santa Claus and a 6m tall inflatable Christmas Tree greeting patrons at the entrances. On Fridays and Saturday, look forward to live bands performing your favourite tunes and Christmas classics from 7.30 – 9.30pm. For the very first time, catch buskers performing daily between 10am - 10pm at Lau Pa Sat, serenading your meals with locals vocals. There are also other exclusive promotions from now till 31 December.

  • Enjoy a FREE Photo Booth Session worth $10 with min. $10 spend at Food Folks or Lau Pa Sat (Limited to the first 100 redemptions per day only).
  • Roll the Dice and win mystery gifts worth up to $14.90, including Lau Pa Sat’s exclusive merchandise with every $25 spend (max. up to 3 rolls of dice per customer per day).

30. ChristmArts Market by Mama on Palette

Venue: Staytion Lifestyle Centre @ Dhoby Ghaut MRT (Dhoby Xchange)
Dates: 25 - 29 Dec 2023, 12 pm - 6 pm daily
Admission: Free

For 5 days from 25-29 Dec, come down to ChristmArt Market to enjoy shopping for hand-made crafts, artworks, merchandises, wellness products; and a variety art workshops all brought by women and mother led businesses. Be blown away by their creativity, passion, and dedication into their work, expressed through a variety of artforms and products.

There will also be art workshops led by various artists daily at the following time slots, 10 am - 12 pm, 2 pm - 4 pm and 4 pm to 6 pm. 



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This article is prepared by

Malini Pannirselvam
Dedicated writer by day, avid reader by night, language fanatic all the time, and aunt to nieces and nephews every day

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