National Day Istana Open House With Live Performances & Activity Booths

The National Day Istana Open House (IOH) will be held on Sunday, 26 July 2026 with the first ever evening outdoor concert.

Venue: The Istana
Date: 26 July 2026
Admission: Free for Singapore Citizens and PRs

The National Day Istana Open House (IOH) will be held on 26 July 2026. The IOH will be open to all visitors. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enter for free. All other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $20 (adults) and $10 (children from 4 to 12 years old). 

Tours, Live Performances & Activity Booths 

The National Day Istana Open House will feature live performances and family-friendly activities, including an evening outdoor concert to be held for the first time. Here's what you can expect at the 2026 open house!

Open-Air Evening Concert

The open-air concert will feature performances by local artistes and bands. Families can bring their own mats or chairs to enjoy the performances on the lawns, with last entry at 6.45pm.

Istana Stamp Rally

Little ones can pick up a stamp rally card to complete the Istana Stamp Rally! Simply complete activities at designated pit stops to collect stamps and redeem exclusive Istana merchandise upon completion

Other Community Activities

Other activities at the open house includes sport, heritage and community activities. Inclusive sports try-out will also be available where visitors can try boccia, seated floorball, virtual archery and drone football. 

Self-guided Tour of the Istana Villa

Entry into the Istana Villa for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents are priced at $2* per adult and per child (4 to 12 years old). Other visitors are required to pay an admission fee* of $10 per adult and $5 per child (4 to 12 years old)

Guided Istana Heritage Tour 

Embark on a guided tour of the Istana grounds to explore its rich history, architectural heritage, and unique flora and fauna. The 1-hour walking tour begins at the Main Gate and feature 

• The Villa: See this historic building on the Istana grounds, which has hosted some of the world’s most prominent Heads of State.
• The Ceremonial Plaza: See the grand outdoor plaza where visiting world leaders are formally welcomed.
• The Japanese Garden: Explore the only themed garden within the Istana grounds with traditional stone lanterns and a dry rock garden (karesansui).
• Flora & Fauna: Discover how the Istana grounds support a variety of plants and local wildlife.

Visitors may join a guided tour in either English or Mandarin.

• English: 10.30am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm and 4pm
• Mandarin: 10.30am, 1pm and 4pm

Fees apply*, and all proceeds go to the benefitting organisations supported by the President’s Challenge.

Tour Fees for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents

• Adult: $8.00 per pax
• Children (age 4 to 12 years): $4.00 per pax
• Children (below 4 years): Free
  

Standard Tour Fees

• Adult: $30.00
• Children: $12.00
• Children (below 4 years): Free

Book your tickets here.

Istana Open House Admission

Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enter for free as well as children below 4 years old. All other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $20 (adults) and $10 (children from 4 to 12 years old). 

Do take note that admission into the IOH is subject to security checks. Pointed and sharp objects (e.g., knives of any size, fork, scissors), flammable items (e.g., lighter), tripods and canned items (e.g., canned drinks) are not allowed. here are no storage facilities in the Istana. Security personnel reserve the right to deny entry to visitors with prohibited items.

For more details, visit The Istana.