Celebrate SG60 with “Ties That Bloom” by Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp

Venue: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
Date: 3 August 2025
Admission: Free

Get ready to feel the heartbeat of Singapore at The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay, this 3 August! Celebrate the National Day like no other as you gather with families, friends, classmates and communities in the crowd. Themed “Ties That Bloom”, this SG60 edition of NDC celebrates the bonds that have brought us here, and which will continue to take us forward.

A Nation at 60: Shared Voices, Shared Spirit

You’ll be in good company with crowd-favourite hosts Gurmit Singh, Nithiya Rao, Yasminne Cheng, and Zhin Sadali as they guide you through this unforgettable night. The seventh edition of the National Day Concert is packed with touching performances that celebrate the bonds we share — as friends, families, and fellow Singaporeans.

Feel the unity all around you as the crowd joins in a mass singalong led by none other than Kit Chan 陈洁仪, belting out the beloved National Day classic Home. This powerful moment becomes even more moving with live sign language interpretation by Deaf interpreter Faaiqah Alkaff, embracing the spirit of inclusivity.

But that’s not all — new anthems bloom too. Kit is joined by singer-songwriter Charlie Lim for a heartfelt performance of this year’s NDP song, Here We Are. And from there, the night blossoms into a series of multigenerational, multicultural performances, each one celebrating the ties that make Singapore home.

A Heartfelt Line-Up Celebrating Family, Friendship & the Singapore Spirit

The concert continues to bloom with even more exciting performances to celebrate the National Day. Feel the energy rise as Taufik Batisah kicks off a lively medley of National Day favourites like Di Tanjong Katong and Chan Mali Chan, joined by 10-year-old music instrumentalist Lyla Ng 黄姿宁. It’s a joyful tribute to Singapore’s multicultural spirit.

Next, DJ Chua Lee Lian 蔡礼莲 from LOVE 972 brings the nostalgia with Friendship Forever (细水长流), followed by Alemay Fernandez, whose soulful voice delivers One People, One Nation, One Singapore. Young talents then take the spotlight, led by Meenakshy Bhaskar in a spirited performance of the folk classic Munnaeru Vaalibaa.

The evening becomes even more personal with touching performances that celebrate family and friendship. Watch JJ Neo 梁嘉靖 share the stage with her mother Lucy Chow 周如珠, alongside dancers of all abilities in a beautiful tribute to parenthood. The love continues as Rahimah Rahim performs with her sister Rozie Rahim and granddaughter ALY — three generations united in song.

For the first time ever, sisters Tay Kewei 郑可为 and Tay Kexin 郑可心 perform together, inviting you to relive memories of youth. Romance takes the stage with real-life couple Annetha Ayyavoo and Mark Sara, while Shazza reunites with her old a cappella group, NP Voices, bringing the segment full circle with friendship and fun.

But the concert isn’t just about celebration — it’s about inclusion and unity too. Be moved by The Purple Symphony, Singapore’s largest inclusive orchestra made up of musicians with and without disabilities as they will bring audiences a heartfelt medley of familiar local tunes, blending Eastern and Western instruments in a moving tribute to Singapore’s 60th birthday.

And it’s not over yet! Witness the first-ever live performance of the concert’s theme song, Ties That Bloom by Hady Mirza, brought to life with multicultural dancers and vibrant rhythms. Then Yung Raja keeps the beat going with his fresh new single Miss Call, representing the bold voice of a new generation.

To end on a high, join President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Ms Jane Ittogi as they lead everyone in a powerful recitation of the National Pledge, followed by the singing of the National Anthem — a reminder of how far we’ve come, and where we’re headed together.

Come Early for Pre-Concert Fun

The celebration kicks off at 4.30pm with vibrant pre-concert festivities you don’t want to miss. Treat your taste buds at the Taste Zone, filled with local favourites like laksa and popiah, or relive childhood memories with nostalgic games at the Play Zone where friends and families can challenge each other to oversized eraser battles and Pick-Up Sticks, test their skills with goli, and try their luck at nostalgic Tikam Tikam booths.

Show off your creativity and connection at the Create Zone where you can pen heartfelt wishes for the nation on giant Tingkat installations located at each gate, capture treasured memories at family-friendly art displays and enjoy craft activities – including Neonwire Crafting and Satay Keychain workshops – that bridge generations through shared fun.

For those seeking a special keepsake, get your hands on an exclusive $10 Design Pompipi blind box T-shirt designed by kids, available in six winning designs where each shirt captures youthful visions of what Singapore means to them. All proceeds going to Gardens by the Bay’s Gift of Gardens initiative.

More Details About the Concert

From the voices of children to seasoned legends, and from traditional classics to modern mashups, this concert is more than a show — it’s a celebration of who we are. So come with your loved ones, wave your flags high, and let the music, lights, and laughter carry you into Singapore’s next chapter.

The Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2025 will take place from 4.30pm onwards on Sunday, 3 August at The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay. The concert will also air on mewatch, Channel 5 and Mediacorp Entertainment on YouTube on Saturday, 16 August, from 7.30pm to 9.00pm.

For more information, please visit http://www.sg60.mediacorp.sg/ndc/.