Meet & Greets are back for kids to meet their favourite characters! Hello Kitty, Sonic and more are out across Singapore this holidays!
Updated: 28 Nov 2024
Families who miss meeting their favourite cartoon and anime characters will be please to know that meet & greets are happening across various venues in Singapore. So time to bring the kids out and bring along your cameras to capture the precious moments!
So without further ado, check out our list of where you can meet with these popular characters this festive season.
Hello Kitty and Friends at Changi Airport
Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 3
Dates: 1 Nov 2024 - 1 Jan 2025 (Hello Kitty Festive Wonderland and Snow Show), till 16 Feb 2025 (Carnival and Water Park)
Admission: Free
This year-end holiday season, Changi Airport is turning up the magic with the fifth edition of the Changi Festive Village, celebrating Hello Kitty’s golden jubilee in the most kawaii way. Fans of the adorable Sanrio characters can immerse themselves in a festive wonderland bursting with cuteness, as Hello Kitty and Friends take centre stage for a celebration packed with fun, laughter and unforgettable moments.
Throughout the celebration, fans can look forward to exclusive meet-and-greet sessions on weekends, allowing them to get up close and snap photos with their favourite Sanrio characters. 2 characters will be out each weekend so do check out the schedule for who you can meet!
- 2 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Hello Kitty & Pompompurin
- 3 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Cinnamoroll & Kuromi
- 9 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Cinnamoroll & Pompompurin
- 10 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Hello Kitty & Kuromi
- 16 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Pompompurin & Kuromi
- 17 Nov (4 pm and 6 pm): Hello Kitty & Cinnamoroll
- 14 Dec (4 pm and 8 pm): Cinnamoroll & Kuromi
- 15 Dec (4 pm and 8 pm): Hello Kitty & Pompompurin
- 21 Dec (4 pm and 6 pm): Cinnamoroll & Pompompurin
- 22 Dec (4 pm and 6 pm): Hello Kitty & Kuromi
Spend S$50 (S$80 in supermarkets and Jewel) in a single same-day receipt at participating retail and F&B outlets in Changi Airport public areas to reserve a meet-and-greet pass using the Changi App. Reservations can be made only one week prior to its scheduled date.
Disney Friends at Jewel Changi Airport
Venue: Canopy Park
Date: 8 November 2024 – 2 January 2025
Admission:
- Adult/Child Standard Rate: S$8
- Singapore Residents: S$6 (Adult/Child/Student/Senior)
- CapitaStar Members & Changi Rewards Members: S$5.40
As the holiday season approaches, Jewel will transforms into a festive wonderland! Expect captivating array of experiences from the majestic 16-metre Christmas tree by Polo Ralph Lauren, nightly snowfall sessions and the mesmerising Christmas-themed Light & Music showcase among other exciting events.
You could have the chance to meet some Special Disney Friends from Disney Cruise Line! Get ready for a magical experience you won’t forget! Multiple sessions planned across November and December 2024! The meet-and-greet sessions will be held at Level 2 West Gateway Garden (between Dyson and Tim Ho Wan) on 16, 17, 23, 24 November and 7, 8, 9, 10 December, at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:30 pm, 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm.
Peppa Pig at Marina Square
Venue: Marina Square
Date: 29 Nov to 22 Dec 2024, 4pm & 6pm (Fri to Sun); 20 minutes per session
Fee: min. spend of $60
Celebrate the Christmas season with Peppa Pig and her friends at Marina Square’s enchanting snowy wonderland! Immerse yourself in a festive winter paradise featuring Singapore's first-ever Peppa Pig-themed skating rink, delightful holiday photo spots perfect for capturing cherished memories, and exclusive merchandise to bring the magic home.
Marina Square Rewards Members may enjoy the exclusive meet and greet with Peppa and George from 29 Nov - 15 Dec 2024. It is a great opportunity to get up close and personal with the lovable characters and create unforgettable memories, especially for little ones.
To participate, Marina Square Rewards members must spend a minimum of $60* at the mall using up to 3 combined same-day receipts.
Pokémon Parade & Meet-and-Greets at Adventure Cove
Venue: Adventure Cove Waterpark
Dates: Various dates, details below
Admission: Tickets to Adventure Cove Waterpark applies
This festive season, Adventure Cove Waterpark celebrates its 12th anniversary with the Pokémon Aqua Adventure, featuring characters from Pokémon Horizons: The Series. As part of the celebrations, you won't want to miss the parade at Bluwater Bay, featuring Pikachu, Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly, along with meet-and-greet sessions with Pokémon mascots.
Pokémon Meet & Greet (Park Map near Bay Restaurant)
- Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (1 - 19 December)
- Daily (20-29 December & 1 January)
- 2 sessions (11am and 4pm)
Pokémon Parade (Along Coral Reef to Bluwater Bay pathway)
- Every Saturday and Sunday (1 - 19 December)
- Daily (20-29 December & 1 January)
- 1 session (2pm)
Raph & Mikey of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Venue: Our Tampines Hub (Festive Walk)
Date: 14 & 15 Dec 2024
Time: 2pm, 4pm & 6pm
Admission: Free
Join Mission: P.A.N.T.S at Our Tampines Hub (Festive Walk) and help rescue your favorite Nickelodeon characters from the digital realm! Complete the mission to win exciting Nickelodeon freebies, and don’t miss the chance to meet Raph and Mikey from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on 14 and 15 December 2024. Plus, OTH Kids Club members can enjoy exclusive Nickelodeon lucky draw prizes!
Blue and Bingo at Singapore Comic Con
Venue: Sands Expo and Convention Centre
Dates: 7 & 8 Dec 2024
Admission: Fees to Singapore Comic Con applies
BBC Studios is bringing Bluey and Bingo’s backyard obstacle course from the series to real life! Young fans are invited to test their skills against the challenges set up for them in the course and earn themselves some exclusive Bluey memorabilia to bring home.
Bluey and Bingo will also be taking to the main stage at Singapore Comic Con (SGCC) on both days to get everyone in the festive spirit with an all-new “Bluey Live Experience” inspired by the Christmas episode “Verandah Santa”. Also making a comeback this year is the Bluey Silent Disco where fans can show off their best dance moves with their favorite sister duo.
And from 12 pm to 12.30 pm each day, there will be photo taking with Bluey / Bingo at the Bluey Booth!
Bluey and Bingo at Shaw Plaza
Venue: Shaw Plaza
Dates: 14 Dec and 21 Dec
Admission: Free
Make your way to Shaw Plaza from 30 November to 25 December to see Bluey and Bingo like never before! Towering at 3 meters tall, Singapore’s very first giant inflatable Bluey and Bingo display will take your breath away and provide the perfect backdrop for Instagram-worthy photos. But that’s not all – the beloved sister duo will also be there to meet you in person to share hugs, laughter and plenty of adorable photo moments.
Meet & Greet sessions on 14 Dec and 21 Dec 2024 at 2.30pm to 3pm, 3.40pm to 4.10pm and 5pm to 5.30pm.
While you’re there, unleash your creativity and personalise your own festive cards. For those who love a little challenge, embark on a fun scavenger hunt for Bluey’s hidden gnomes at the Sky Terrace and complete the game to earn a special gift!
Bluey and Bingo at Singtel Shops
Venue and Dates:
- Singtel@313 Somerset: 30 Nov and 1 Dec | 2pm to 2.30pm and 4pm to 4.30pm
- Singtel@Jurong Point: 15 Dec | 2pm to 2.30pm and 4pm to 4.30pm
Admission: Free
CBeebies and Singtel presents a fun-filled afternoon as Bluey and Bingo makes special stops at Singtel@Somerset and Singtel@Jurong Point for interactive meet-and-greet photo sessions. Not only can you meet beloved sister duo up for real life, little ones can also dive into a world of coloring fun and design their own Bluey and Bingo masks to take home as a special keepsake.
Plus, stand a chance to bring home Bluey or Bingo headbands and other exclusive Bluey gifts when you sign up for CBeebies in the Kids Pack on Singtel TV or BBC Player (while stocks last).
Bluey and Bingo at POPULAR’s 100th Anniversary Book Fair
Venue and Dates:
- POPULAR@Bras Basah Complex, 14 Dec | 2 pm - 3 pm
- POPULAR@Jurong Point, 14 Dec | 4 pm - 5 pm
Admission: Free
You can also say hello to Bluey and Bingo at POPULAR’s 100th Anniversary Book Fair on 14 December! The sister duo will be popping by Bras Basah and Jurong Point, offering fans another fantastic opportunity to create more unforgettable memories.
Doraemon and Friends at KINEX and United Square
Venue and Dates: KINEX (22 Nov - 1 Dec), United Square (5 - 15 Dec)
Fee: min. spend of $30
Experience the magic of Christmas with Doraemon and his friends at KINEX (22 Nov to 1 Dec) and United Square (5 to 15 Dec)! Join them in a delightful 25-minute musical adventure as they team up with the elves in the Christmas Village to deliver presents using the iconic “Dokodemo Door” and help save Christmas. Don’t miss special appearances by Dorami and Nobita, adding extra cheer to the festivities!
Shoppers can also enjoy an exclusive meet-and-greet with Doraemon, Dorami, and Nobita. Simply spend $30 in a single same-day receipt at participating malls to redeem a pass for this unforgettable experience.
Meet-and-Greet Schedule:
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KINEX (22 Nov – 1 Dec, excluding Tue, 26 Nov):
- Weekdays: 4pm, 7pm
- Weekends: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
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United Square (5 – 15 Dec, excluding Tue, 10 Dec):
- Weekdays: 1pm, 7pm
- Weekends: 1pm, 4pm, 7pm
Don’t miss this chance to celebrate the festive season with Doraemon and friends!
Sonic at i12 Katong
Venue: i12 Katong
Dates: 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 Dec | 2:30pm - 3:00pm & 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Get ready this December to meet Sonic live on weekends at i12 Katong! Immerse yourself in the ultimate Sonic experience with photo spots, games and exclusive merchandise. There will even be a Sonic Obstacle Challenge Course for little ones to conquer too!
Find out more here!
Tayo at the Hop-On Tayo
Venues & Dates:
- 22 Nov to 8 Dec 2024 (Fri to Sun)
- Opposite Sengkang MRT: G17 Taxi Stand, Blk 257C HDB Compassvale
- Downtown East: Begonia Carpark, E! Avenue
- 13 to 29 Dec 2024 (Fri to Sun)
- Tampines MRT: Exit B, Ikea Shuttle Bus Pick-Up Point
- Downtown East: Begonia Carpark, E! Avenue
Fees: Free one-way bus ride (1 adult + 1 child) with Tayo Station ticket | Additional tickets at $2 per person, per trip
Tayo Station’s “Hop On to Tayo Returns” is back for the holidays from 22 November to 29 December 2024 (Fridays to Sundays). Families can enjoy a FREE one-way ride on the real-life Tayo bus (1 adult & 1 child) with every Tayo Station ticket purchase. Additional tickets are available for $2 each.
Experience a Tayo-themed adventure with interactive activities, sing-alongs, and more as you travel between Sengkang or Tampines and Downtown East. The buses run at multiple times on weekends, and limited seats are available, so be sure to book early!
Elmo and Cookie Monster at HarbourFront Centre!
Venue: HarbourFront Centre
Dates: 1, 5 and 22 Dec 2024, 2 pm and 3 pm
Admission: No min. spending required
Visit HarbourFront Centre for a Sesame Street Jolly Christmas. Featuring a Sesame Street theme inflatable playground at Level 1 Atrium. Get an access ticket with min. spending (from $80 min. spending depending on tier).
On selected days, families can also spend to redeem tickets to the Elmo and Cookie Monster’s birthday party or get a pass to the Elmo and Cookie Monster meet & greet (no min. spending required, available on a first-come-first-served basis)!
Experience a Wicked Good Holiday at Universal Studios Singapore
Venue: Universal Studios Singapore
Dates: 29 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025
Admission: Christmas Package Ticket from $80 (adult) and $65 (child)
A Universal Christmas will make an enchanting return to Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa with a thrillifying celebration of Wicked – Universal Pictures’ highly-anticipated film, along with other festive encounters and dazzling decorations. Families will find themselves transported to the streets of the Emerald City, welcomed into the different worlds of favourite DreamWorks characters, and the immersed in steampunk-inspired Santa’s Mechanical World.
The breathtaking world of Wicked descends upon the New York zone, where the fantabulous Emerald City and the wonders of the Land of Oz come alive. Meet with iconic characters such as Elphaba, Glinda, and even The Wizard himself, and be part of the daily hustle and bustle of the Emerald City life with photo spots featuring a recreation of The Hot Air Café Float on In, The Emerald Beautification Salon, and more.
And for the very first time, the majestic Far Far Away Castle will play host to the many worlds of beloved DreamWorks Animation movies in a dazzling projection mapping show. DreamWorks Animation Holiday Spectacular will showcase a variety of beloved characters including DreamWorks Animation’s Shrek, Trolls, the Madagascar crew, and Kung Fu Panda’s Po in a never-before-seen medley of light and music.
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Sonic and CoComelon at Jumptopia Triple Adventure
Venue: Sands Expo and Convention, Hall C
Dates: 26 Nov 2024 - 5 Jan 2025
Admission: from $22.80 (Premier Saver Deals till 31 Oct 2024, get it on Klook now)
This thrilling event is set to be the ultimate family-friendly outing of the season, packed with fun, excitement, and endless activities for kids of all ages. Join your favourite characters from Sonic, CoComelon, and Kiztopia Friends in an epic 45,000 sq ft wonderland at Kiztopia Town.
At Jumptopia Triple Adventure, you and your family can explore three incredible play zones, Sonic's Hyper Playground, CoComelon Happy Days and Kiztopia Friends Adventure!
The fun doesn’t stop there! Sonic, JJ, and the Kiztopia Friends will make special appearances for exciting meet & greet sessions. Don’t miss out on live performances that will captivate both young and old, creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Power Rangers In Space @ Singapore Comic Con 2024
Venue: Sands Expo and Convention Centre
Dates: 7 and 8 Dec, from 10 am
Admission: from $50
Are you ready to relive the intergalactic adventures of the Power Rangers In Space? Here's your once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet the iconic cast members at Singapore Comic Con 2024! Highlights include,
- Meet & Greet: Interact with Christopher Khayman Lee, Selwyn Ward and Justin Nimmo in person! Share your favorite memories and hear behind-the-scenes stories from the set.
- Photo Opportunities: Capture the moment with your favorite Power Rangers! Pose for photos and create lasting memories with the stars of the show.
- Autograph Session: Bring along your exclusive Power Rangers merchandise collection and get it signed by the cast! A perfect addition to any fan's collection.
Part of the Singapore Media Festival, hosted by IMDA, Singapore Comic Con 2024 is promising exciting weekend with so much to do for all comic fans (and everyone in general). So head down to Comic Con this Dec to catch the Power Rangers and more!
Santa Claus at Cluny Court
Venue: Cluny Court
Dates: 28 Nov - 22 Dec 2024 (Thu - Sun), 11am to 6pm (Thu, Fri & Sat) and 11am to 5pm (Sun)
Admission: Free
Cluny Court will open its merry doors once again for the eleventh edition of the mall’s highly anticipated Christmas Fair. Bring the whole family along to meet Santa and capture festive holiday photos!
Don your festive best and head down to Santa’s grotto to usher in the holly jolly season with Santa Claus himself! Visit Santa during the Christmas Fair period and discuss your Christmas wish list before capturing a new family photo full of holiday cheer.
Not just the above but many malls and attractions will have meet & greets with Santa, Santa helpers and more! Do you know of any other exciting meet & greet sessions happening this school holidays? Let us know if we miss out on anything!