Where to Watch Lion Dance in Singapore this Chinese New Year 2026

Here's a compiled list of Lion Dance performances and more happening this Chinese New Year 2026!

*Updated Jan 2026: This list is still be updated, do check back for the latest information.

Here's a massive list of lion dance performances and other traditional festive celebrations (Dragon Dance, Cai Qing, etc) happening for Chinese New Year. This is a great list for those looking to bring your kids and families to engage in the festivities! 

So bring your kids out to celebrate Chinese New Year 2026, and get into a festive atmosphere too! 

For more Chinese New Year Celebration ideas, you may wish to check out following links too: 

• Chinese New Year 2026 Events and Celebrations
• Yusheng and Chinese New Year Menus for 2026
• Cute and Interesting Red Packets for CNY 2026

Special Thanks: We like to thank our friends for contributing to and sharing this list. Do note that the information is not verified but we trust it to be quite accurate. You should check with official sources if you are intending to visit any of the lion dance happening. 

List of Lion Dance and CNY Performances

Lion Dance, LED Dragon Dance, High Pole Lion Dance and More! The list below is a summary sorted by dates and times - more performances are listed on our Google Sheet - refer there for the full list of performances (there's are over 80 performances listed on the Google sheet, including performances at CapitaLand Malls, Cathay Malls, IKEA outlets, and more)!

On the Google sheet, you can also filter and search by date, time or location!

17 January 2026

• 9 pm: One Punggol, (Lion and Dragon Dance)

22 January 2026

• 6.05 pm: 107 Hougang Ave 1 #01-100 S11 Siang Garden (Dragon Dance)

29 January 2026

• 6.05 pm: 153 Tyrwhitt Rd 153 Brew Cafe (Dragon Dance)

31 January 2026

• 1 pm & 5 pm: Marina Square (by Yiwei Athletic Association, the winning championship troupe of the 2024 and 2025 National Lion Dance Championships)
  
• 1 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Green Lion Dance)
• 1.30 pm: CSC @ Tessensohn
• 3 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Hainanese Lion Dance)
• 4 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Hakka Qilin Dance)
• 5 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Golden Lion Dance)
• 6 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Fo He Lion)

1 February 2026

• 1 pm & 5 pm: Marina Square (by Yiwei Athletic Association, the winning championship troupe of the 2024 and 2025 National Lion Dance Championships)
• 1 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Green Lion Dance)
• 3 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Hainanese Lion Dance)
• 4 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Hakka Qilin Dance)
• 5 pm: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Ho Bee Concourse (Fo He Lion)

5 February 2026

• 6.05 pm: 155 Bukit Batok St 11 #01-322 Badaling 155 (Dragon Dance)

7 February 2026

• 1 pm & 5 pm: Marina Square (by Yiwei Athletic Association, the winning championship troupe of the 2024 and 2025 National Lion Dance Championships)

8 February 2026

• 1 pm & 5 pm: Marina Square (by Yiwei Athletic Association, the winning championship troupe of the 2024 and 2025 National Lion Dance Championships)

12 February 2026

• 6.05 pm: 168 Punggol Fld (Dragon Dance)

14 February 2026

• 7 pm: Waterway Point (LED Lion Dance and War Drums)

17 February 2026

• 3.08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (Wet weather venue: L1 Atrium) (Twin Lion Dance and War Drums)

18 February 2026

• 3.08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (Wet weather venue: L1 Atrium) (Twin Lion Dance and War Drums)

20 February 2026

• 9 am: Hougang Mall (Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 10.13 am: Northpoint City, South Wing (Lion Dance on High Poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 10.38 am: Suntec City Atrium (Towers 3 & 4), High Pole Lion Dance (timing is tentative and TBC)
• 11.38 am: Causeway Point (Lion Dance on High Poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing and Dragon Dance)
• 2 pm: Eastpoint Mall (Lion Dance on High Poles and Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 2.30 pm: Jurong Point (JP1 Centre Stage)

21 February 2026

• 12 pm: Hougang Mall (Lion Dance on High Poles)
• 1 pm: Northpoint City, North Wing (Twin Lion Cai Qing and War Drums)
• 1 pm: Northpoint City, North Wing (Roving Dragon Dance)
• 2 pm: Eastpoint Mall (Lion Dance on High Poles and Lion Dance)
• 3.08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (Wet weather venue: L1 Atrium) (Twin Lion Dance and War Drums)
• 6 pm: Great World
• 7 pm: Northpoint City, North Wing (Roving Dragon Dance)

22 February 2026

• 12 pm: Hougang Mall (Lion Dance on High Poles)
• 3.08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (Wet weather venue: L1 Atrium) (Twin Lion Dance and War Drums)

23 February 2026

• 12 pm: NEX (Level 1 Atrium)
• 12 pm: Tiong Bahru Plaza (Lion Dance on High Poles and Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 12 pm: Waterway Point (Lion Dance on High Poles and Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 12.08 pm: Century Square (Lion Dance on High Poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing, Dragon Dance and War Drums)
• 3 pm: Parkway Parade, Basement Airwell
• 3:08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (High pole performance)
• 3.28 pm: The Clementi Mall
• 5 pm: West Mall (Dragon & Lion Dance)

24 February 2026

• 1.08 pm: Valley Point (Twin Lion Cai Qing)

25 February 2026

• 10.08 am: White Sands (Lion Dance on High Poles and Twin Lion Cai Qing)
• 11 am: Paya Lebar Quarter, L1 PLQ Plaza
• 1.08 pm: The Centrepoint: Lion Dance on High Poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing and War Drums

26 February 2026

• 12.08 pm: Tampines 1 (Lion Dance on High Poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing, Dragon Dance and War Drums)

27 February 2026

• 11 am: 313@Somerset (L1 Main Atrium)
• 4.30 pm: Pasir Ris Mall (Lion Dance after other performances)

28 February 2026

• 12 pm: Tanglin Mall
• 2 pm: West Mall (Dragon & Lion Dance)
• 3.08 pm: L1 Outdoor, ION2 (Wet weather venue: L1 Atrium) (Twin Lion Dance and War Drums)

1 March 2026

• 2 pm: West Mall (Dragon & Lion Dance)

3 March 2026

• 10 am: JEM, L1 Jem Street 

Find more performances are listed on our Google Sheet

Tips for Enjoying the Performances

• Arrive Early: Popular venues may get crowded. Arriving early ensures you get a good spot.
• Respect the Performers: Lion dance is a traditional art form. Please be respectful and follow any venue guidelines.
• Bring Essentials: Depending on the venue and time of day, consider bringing water, sun protection, or umbrellas.
• Check for Updates: Event details might change. It's a good idea to confirm with the venue beforehand.

*photos for illustration, photo credits from pexels.