Where To Countdown To 2026 In Singapore (And Get The Best Fireworks Views)

Another year has passed, and the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is back for its 20th edition, presented as part of the ONE Countdown series and tied to Singapore’s 60th birthday celebrations. 

The event features a 30-minute fireworks display launched from Marina Bay Sands and Sentosa’s Siloso Beach, structured in four dramatic chapters that culminate in a grand finale at midnight. Beyond the fireworks, expect immersive multimedia experiences including illumi, a large-scale light show across nine themed “worlds” with interactive displays, as well as special projections on the Fullerton Hotel facade showcasing artworks by artists with disabilities. 

Throughout December, live music performances at Esplanade offer a free series of shows by local rising artists to build the festive spirit. On New Year’s Eve, major zones around Marina Bay will have regulated entry with crowd control measures, including real-time crowd maps, designated exit routes, and police monitoring using drones and cameras. Public transport is strongly recommended, with some MRT exits closed or diverted to manage crowd flow, and security checks will be in place to ensure a safe celebration for all.

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Here’s What We Know About The Marina Bay Countdown

Key Zones & Flow

On 31 December 2025, major zones around Marina Bay: Promontory, One Fullerton, Merlion Park, Esplanade Waterfront, and Marina Bay Sands Waterfront, will have regulated entry. Once capacity hits safety limits, access may be restricted. Real-time crowd levels, area closures, and walking-route alternatives will be available via the Crowd@MarinaBay map from 6pm onwards. After the fireworks, dispersal will be slow. Designated exit routes will be marked, and crowd marshals and signage will guide revellers out in a controlled manner.

Getting In And Out 

Use public transport: driving is strongly discouraged. Some MRT exits near Marina Bay (like Bayfront) may be closed or diverted. Police recommend using alternate stations such as Esplanade, Downtown, or Marina Bay. Expect crowd checks, including bag inspections, and follow instructions from officers.

Safety And Guidance

Over 800 officers, plus drones equipped with thermal and visual sensors, will monitor real-time crowd conditions. Police will also deploy Mobicams (cameras with speakers and LED signboards) to broadcast crowd movement directions and safety alerts. Stay vigilant: keep your bag zipped and in front of you, avoid wallets in back pockets, and stick close with your group.

Why It’s Worth The Hassle

Marina Bay’s illumi light‑worlds turn the entire waterfront into a mesmerizing playground of glowing colours and interactive magic, making you feel like you’ve stepped inside a living, breathing work of art. The 30-minute fireworks show tells a story in four dazzling “chapters,” each more spectacular than the last, building up to a heart-stopping grand finale that lights up the midnight sky like nothing else in the city.

Adding to the visual feast, the iconic Fullerton Hotel becomes a giant canvas, projecting stunning artwork by ART:DIS artists, blending creativity and celebration in a way that’s as inspiring as it is unforgettable.

Where To Go For More Intimate Celebrations

If you’re craving a little breathing room without sitting out the festive buzz, Singapore’s top hotels and event spaces are rolling out smaller, cosier celebrations that still bring the sparkle. And if you’d rather keep things close to home, you can always count down with fireworks at the nearest heartland spot, no jostling required.

PARKROYAL on Beach Road

7500 Beach Road

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If your New Year’s Eve goal is prime fireworks views without elbowing through Marina Bay crowds, PARKROYAL on Beach Road’s Poolside BBQ 2026 Countdown Party is quietly one of the smartest plays in town. On 31 December, the hotel’s newly revamped Wellness Floor turns into a high-energy pool deck party from 8pm to 10.30pm, complete with a BBQ buffet, free-flow beer and non-alcoholic drinks, and upbeat DJ sets by DJ Yuki. It’s relaxed, open-air, and just the right amount of buzzy, ideal for anyone who wants atmosphere without chaos.

The real flex comes after 9pm, when the skies above the Singapore Sports Hub light up with Singapore’s longest New Year’s Eve fireworks display, a full 35-minute spectacle. Thanks to the hotel’s vantage point, guests get unobstructed views directly from the pool deck, no jostling required, no last-minute sprint for a decent sightline. Tickets are priced at $128 per person, including the BBQ buffet and free-flow beer and soft drinks, with an optional $20 upgrade for free-flow Prosecco, red and white wines. Come for the grill and the poolside vibes, stay for one of the city’s most stress-free firework countdowns.

temper

83 Neil Road, #01-07 

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If you like your New Year’s Eve polished, flavour-forward and gently feral by midnight, temper’s New Year’s Glow hits the sweet spot. The night opens with a five-course dinner from 5pm–10pm (last seating at 7.30pm), priced at $200++ per person, designed to ease you into the countdown without rushing the pleasure. Expect crowd favourites dialled up for the occasion, such as Sicilian Sashimi, a decadent Uni & Crab Roll, and the punchy Zaab Chicken Nanban, before choosing your own finale moment with either golden-crusted Crispy Beef Brisket or a deeply aromatic Cod Bouillabaisse. Dessert lands soft and celebratory with a Red Velvet Tres Leches that’s properly soaked, unapologetically indulgent, and exactly what the last night of the year deserves.

From 9pm, the tempo shifts as DJ YA5TH takes over, nudging the room from dinner-party elegance into late-night energy. The NYE celebration kicks off at 10pm, with entry anchored by an à la carte beverage minimum spend of $150++ per person. No fixed menus, just good decisions. Drinks-wise, temper rolls out a special New Year’s Eve cocktail, Celebration ($25), available from 29 to 31 December, alongside curated bottle packages featuring Balvenie 12, Código Añejo, Yamazaki 12, and Martell Cordon Bleu. It’s intimate, buzzy, and exactly the kind of place you look around at 11.59pm and think, yes, this was the right call.

+Twelve

54 Palawan Beach Walk

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If your New Year’s Eve mood is “glow so hard they can see me from Pulau Bukom,” +Twelve is basically calling your name. The adults-only beach club is going full neon fever dream with Luminous 2025, a UV-drenched, beachside blowout where the beats hit from 4pm and do not let up till 2am. Think a genre-hopping music journey: Progressive House to EDM to Hip Hop, R&B and even Reggae, powered by local icons and internationally recognised DJs from The DJ Collective. Ollie'Des and Hanif kick things off from 4pm, LED Dancers flash into action at 7.30pm, Reiko turns the vibe electric at 8pm, Soundalike drives the countdown from 10pm straight into midnight, and Jagi closes out the chaos till 2am. And yes, there will be fireworks exploding over Sentosa right as the clock hits 12.

Guests are encouraged to show up in fluorescent fits, glowing accessories, and anything that thrives under black light, helped along by complimentary UV body paint. +Twelve’s terraced layout also means you can customise your party style: standing room on the main deck, daybeds by the beach or pool, or VIP cabanas with personal plunge pools for the bougie among us. Every ticket includes access to the infinity-edge pool and swim-up bar, because champagne tastes better waist-deep. Entry starts at S$68 (standing, with three house pours), while seating and VIP packages start from S$300. 

The Warehouse Hotel

320 Havelock Road

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If your idea of New Year’s Eve is less “lasers and bass drops” and more “good drinks, great company, zero nonsense,” The Warehouse Hotel is your haven. Their New Year's Eve celebration keeps things stylishly low-key with no queues, no chaos and no trying to shout over someone else’s countdown. Instead, they’re rolling out seven classic cocktails at $15 all night, including a Daiquiri, Negroni, and Tommy’s Margarita, mixed with the hotel bar’s usual polish. It’s the kind of night where you settle into a leather banquette, sip something properly made, and let the river breeze do its thing while the rest of the city melts into mayhem.

The vibe stays intimate and effortlessly cool, perfect for couples, small crews, or anyone who wants to clink glasses without sacrificing their sanity. With its industrial-heritage bones, warm lighting and that unmistakable Robertson Quay charm, The Warehouse Hotel sets the scene for a quietly luxe final toast to 2025. 

The Dandy Collection

Various Locations

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If your NYE personality swings between modern Indian glam, Middle Eastern feasting and Tokyo-style izakaya energy and you don’t want to commit to just one, The Dandy Collection’s progressive New Year’s Eve celebration is basically built for you. This three-venue adventure lets you curate your evening from first sip to fireworks, starting with dinner at Firangi Superstar, Fat Prince, or Neon Pigeon, then flowing seamlessly into Neon Pigeon’s rooftop countdown party with skyline views and full-blown midnight pyrotechnics.

At Firangi Superstar, Champagne Superstar NYE 2025 brings cinematic swagger for $98 per person, with a starter box, mains with shared sides, and a dessert course. Free-flow upgrades keep things lively: Champagne Brut, wines, cocktails and beer for $90 (two hours), or the luxe Blanc de Blancs tier for $188.

Over at Fat Prince, The Last Supper Club (NYE Edition) leans into soulful Middle Eastern sharing plates for $88 per person, designed for long conversations and a slow-build into midnight. Add two hours of drinks (Prosecco, wines, Asahi draft) for $68, then glide over to the rooftop after 9pm if you want to extend the night.

Neon Pigeon delivers a Tokyo-leaning, nine-course izakaya feast at $98 per person, featuring A5 Wagyu Kushiyaki, KFC Bao, Hamachi, Salmon Ikura Maki, Scallop Ceviche and a seasonal mochi finale.

When you’re done? Head upstairs for Kiss Your 2025 Goodbye: Rooftop & Fireworks Edition, a half-open-air, half-air-conditioned perch soundtracked by DJ Vinyaka with cocktails, highballs and bottle service. Standing entry starts at $75 including one drink. Small table packages ($350) seat two with Champagne and covers; large tables ($1,000) seat four with Champagne, a bottle of spirits and four covers.

One neighbourhood, three dinners, one rooftop finale. Reservations are now open across all venues.

HighHouse & NOVA

1 Raffles Place

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If you want to spend New Year’s Eve literally above everyone else’s problems, HighHouse and NOVA are staging a sky-high double-deck celebration that takes you from golden hour to sunrise. Start the night at HighHouse, where NYE dinner runs from 6pm–10pm with panoramic views and a minimum spend of $150 for window seats or $50 for non-window seats. Once the clock hits 10, the entire space flips into an Afterhours rave powered by DJs Zushan, Samrove and Chander Cheese. Entry to Afterhours is $88 per person, unless you’ve spent $400 per pax at dinner, in which case, you stroll in free. Expect a full throttle party till 4am, with access to both HighHouse and NOVA included.

Just one level up, NOVA sets the tone with The Last Sunset of 2025 from 6pm to 10pm with skyline views, cocktails in hand, and that smug feeling of avoiding every ground-level crowd in the city. Tickets go for $168 per person, inclusive of two drinks and Afterhours entry. From 10pm to 4am, NOVA unleashes its own Afterhours lineup featuring Lenerd, RedMoon and Harv, serving hypnotic beats, rooftop air and that unbeatable “welcome to 2026” energy. Afterhours tickets at NOVA are priced at $238 per person, also including two drinks and access to both venues.

One ticket, two rooftops, one very dramatic entrance into the new year.

WOOBAR, W Singapore, Sentosa Cove

21 Ocean Way

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If your New Year’s Eve vibe leans glitzy, groovy and unapologetically extra, WOOBAR’s Golden Groove Countdown Party is ready to soak you in champagne glow from 8pm till 2am. The space goes full gilded fantasy for the final night of 2025, kicking off with a four-piece live set by Riduan Yusoff & Co before diving headfirst into groove-heavy DJ sessions by RPDM and W Singapore’s own music maestro, Sivanesh. Lucky draws keep the buzz high with stays and dining prizes up for grabs, and at midnight, everyone gets in on a complimentary toast poured from a towering champagne display—very decadent, very WOOBAR.

If you want to make a whole night of it, the NYE Experience at the kitchen table stacks things beautifully: a buffet dinner and bottomless champagne from 6pm–10pm, plus free-flow champagne at WOOBAR until 11pm. Early birds snag it at $348 per person until 28 December, after which it’s $388. Prefer to skip straight to the party? Pre-event entry is $30 online or $60 at the door, each with two drinks included. Larger groups can lock in tables with a minimum spend of $400, ideal for anyone assembling their own glitter-clad entourage. Reservations are now open for WOOBAR’s Golden Groove blowout.

ilLido Group – Sospiri, Baia & Southbridge

Various Locations

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If your New Year’s Eve criteria include fireworks, altitude, and food that doesn’t feel like an afterthought, ilLido Group is handing you three rooftop ways to welcome 2026 with Sospiri, Baia and Southbridge each offering their own brand of sky-high indulgence. Pick your storyline: refined Italian dining with a DJ-backed skyline view, a Gatsby-meets-Greek-mythology spectacle at Esplanade, or a spirited Boat Quay rooftop party with easy platters and champagne. Whatever your speed, you’re getting a front-row seat to Singapore’s midnight fireworks.

At Sospiri (IOI Central Boulevard Towers), the night unfolds through two seatings: a 4-course menu at $118 (6–8pm) or a luxe 5-course menu at $298 (8.30pm onwards), complete with live DJ Bernie and panoramic Marina Bay fireworks. Expect dishes like Chutoro Tartlet with hazelnut bagna cauda, Mazzara Red Prawn Carpaccio with Oscietra caviar, Sunchoke Raviolini with black truffle, and mains of Roasted Turbot or Wagyu Sirloin. The later seating levels up with a midnight Italian Live Station—Longevity Cacio e Pepe, Pork Cotechino, Lentils and Panettone—plus vegetarian menus mirroring the dining structure. Dress code is smart casual (no sandals), and it's strictly 21+.

Over at Baia (Esplanade Mall), things get theatrical with The House of Pleasure, a New Year’s Eve fantasia of jazz band, contortionist, magician and DJ anthems. Indoors, the $398 Dine & Dance menu stacks a towering seafood starter (caviar, lobster, snow crab, oysters, scallop ceviche, tuna tagliatelle, followed by Delica Raviolini in lobster bisque, then Chilean Seabass or A5 Wagyu Striploin, before a “Sweet Tower” lands with macarons and raspberry choux. Outdoors, couples and groups can book NYE skyline packages ranging from $698 for two to $1,388 for a front-row fireworks table for four, each pairing Mezze and Mains Platters with Moët & Chandon and premium spirits. Dress code calls for vintage glamour with a hint of Greek mythology.

For something more come-as-you-are, Southbridge (Boat Quay) throws a breezy, high-energy rooftop party with skyline fireworks, free-flow tortilla chips, truffle fries and celebratory shots. Groups can choose from the Premium Package ($788 for four) or Deluxe Package ($688 for four), both starring beef and fish sliders, chicken skewers, wagyu skirt, fried oysters and champagne (Billecart Salmon) with spirits like Roku Gin or Codigo Bianco. Pairs can slide into the Couples Bundle ($298) with Remie Courvier Champagne and a curated platter, with bar seats still open for last-minute planners. 

Three rooftops, three ways to celebrate, one firework-filled skyline. Reservations are open across all venues.

Capitol Singapore

13 Stamford Road

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If your ideal New Year’s Eve looks like a riot of colour, confetti energy and zero chill, Capitol Singapore is throwing a street party that checks every box. Countdown to 2026 – Colorburst Edition transforms the civic district into a kaleidoscope of music, dance and interactive chaos, all building toward a prime-view fireworks finale at midnight. Expect a full-throttle main stage takeover: 4Play kicks things off with live hits, SISAY turns up with infectious Andean rhythms (pan flutes, charangos, the whole hypnotic ensemble), and DJ TMO keeps the post-countdown euphoria thumping till late. Between acts, look out for street-style dance performances, a giant crowd dance-along, and stage games emceed with unabashed hype, prizes included.

Fuel comes in the form of complimentary popcorn and nachos, with additional bites and cocktails from Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski’s Ka-EN Grill & Sushi Bar, Hopscotch and Capitol Bistro. The $88 ticket unlocks two hours of free-flow beer (7.30pm–9.30pm), ideal for warming up before the big moment. Elsewhere, a Colour Burst photo zone, a hologram mirror resolution wall, and even foam snow at midnight dial up the festive theatrics. Early-bird tickets start from $28 till 7 December, and the event promises one of the city’s best vantage points for fireworks. 

CÉ LA VI Singapore

1 Bayfront Avenue, Marina Bay Sands, Tower 3

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Perched 57 floors above the city with a ringside view of the fireworks, CÉ LA VI is where you plant yourself if you’re after a decadent send-off to 2025. The Restaurant sets the tone with a luxe five-course dinner ($298), starring French oysters, premium seafood, a knockout Roast Quail & Foie Gras Pithivier, and a silky A4 Miyazaki Striploin, before ending on a bright yuzu–green apple yoghurt mousse. Once you’re sufficiently wined and dined, glide over to the Club Lounge for Midnight Rouge, a red-themed countdown party that turns the rooftop into a high-altitude fever dream of Champagne, DJ sets and skyline sparkle. Early entry (12pm–4pm) starts at $58 nett, with tiered pricing throughout the night, all including a premium pour or a glass of Champagne. Dress code tightens after 10pm (think dressy, smart, shoes-on), and from that point on it’s strictly 18+. Fireworks, rooftop breeze, and your boldest red fit, CÉ LA VI’s got your New Year’s moment sorted.

The Singapore EDITION

38 Cuscaden Road

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For a night of elegant sass and sensory indulgence, The Singapore EDITION is a no-brainer. FYSH, the sustainable seafood steakhouse, serves a decadent four-course dinner ($150), with optional magnum wine pairings. At the Lobby Bar, the Rosé EDITION Countdown Party offers a pink-themed bash featuring local band Mantravine’s psychedelic ethnic beats. Sip curated rosé cocktails ($26 each) or go all out with bottle packages from Ruinart to Dom Pérignon, starting at $388.

Prefer privacy? Host your own countdown at Punch Room, Pink Room, or Wonder Room. Next day, recover with FYSH’s New Year’s Day brunch (12pm–3pm), featuring Bloody Mary trolleys and indulgent dishes like Fraser Island Spanner Crab Omelette and BBQ Yellowfin Tuna Merguez Sausage.

Top off the experience with The EDITION Hamper, a luxe gift box featuring Champagne, exclusive body lotion, and a signature candle. Walk-ins are welcome at the Lobby Bar, but tables book out fast.

Coastes

50 Siloso Beach Walk #01-06

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For those who want to ring in 2026 with sandy toes and salty air, Coastes’ Beach BBQ Buffet is the ultimate sunset send-off. From 6pm, feast on all-you-can-eat BBQ delights including lamb T-bones, soy honey-glazed pork belly, snow crab, fresh tiger prawns, and crowd-pleasers like Chilli Crab and Cheesy Macaroni. Sip on jug deals starting at $30 or treat yourself to glasses of wine while you soak up those last golden rays of 2025. Best part? Your Coastes ticket includes complimentary access to the Sand Bar Countdown Beach Party next door, where fire dancers and DJs take the party into the new year with a bang. Tickets are $135 for adults, $50 for kids, and come with soft drinks. Ah, beachside bliss with BBQ, booze, and fireworks under the stars.

Sand Bar

52–54 Siloso Beach Walk

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If sandy toes and salty hair sound like your kind of countdown, Sand Bar’s annual Countdown Beach Party is where the island’s party crowd converges. Now in its fourth year, this Siloso stretch transforms into Sentosa’s wildest beach club for one night only. DJs spin EDM, hip-hop, Afrobeats, and more, led by DJ Smookey, with fire dancers adding extra heat.

The showstopper? Unobstructed views of Sentosa’s fireworks exploding over the beach. Entry is $30 (GST included) with a complimentary drink, one of the best-value parties with front-row pyrotechnics. Want to flex? Table and premium drink packages start from $368. Tickets sell out fast via Peatix.

Mondrian Singapore Duxton

16A Duxton Hill

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For a more cosmic, mystical New Year’s Eve, Mondrian Singapore is your go-to. The “Reading Into the New Year” theme turns the hotel into a universe of astrology, omens, and indulgence. Dine under the stars at Bottega di Carna with a five-course dinner and Tarot readings by The Circadian Magicks. At Christina’s, enjoy Palm Readings by Ling The Palmist alongside a liquid buffet ($100 or $200 with free-flow Champagne).

The Jungle Ballroom serves zodiac-inspired cocktails and cheeky fortune cookies, while Canyon Club offers Natal Chart Readings by Mary Grace. A night of creative, curious, and chaotic glamour awaits anyone stepping into 2026 with intention and style.

Las Palmas

Courtyard By Marriott Singapore, Level 37

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Perched 37 floors above the city, Las Palmas rooftop offers a sleek and vibrant setting to toast 2026 with panoramic skyline views and dazzling fireworks. On 31 December, choose between the Celebration Package—free-flow cocktails, Prosecco, house wines, beer, juices, and soft drinks at $168 per person (early bird $138 for first 50 guests), or upgrade to the Cabana Experience for two at $368, which adds a bottle of Telmont Reserve Brut Champagne and snack platters. Extra guests can join the cabana party for $168 each. As a bonus, every guest gets a raffle ticket for a chance to win hotel stays and other prizes during the night. The countdown kicks off at 9pm and goes until 1am, making it a stylish and intimate way to welcome the new year.

SUSHISAMBA

168 Robinson Road, Level 52 Capital Tower

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Get ready to glow at Sambazonia’s All-White New Year’s Eve Party, returning for its second dazzling edition. From 8pm till late on 31 December, this bold celebration serves up Afro-Latin and disco beats, live percussion, and dancers that bring the energy as high as the Marina Bay skyline views. Feast on indulgent dinners at the restaurant or Sambaroom, then raise a glass with handcrafted cocktails like Diamond Club, The Dawn, and Samba Midori Sour. Don’t forget to save room for decadent desserts such as After Eight Cake and Sambalova Meringue. Reservations recommended.

New Year’s Eve Fireworks 2025-2026 Singapore Key FAQs

Where will the New Year’s Eve fireworks be launched?

The iconic fireworks light up Marina Bay, launched from the Marina Bay Sands area and Sentosa’s Siloso Beach.

When can I catch the fireworks?

The big bang happens at midnight on Wednesday, 31 December 2025, with the official countdown starting around 11:45pm.

Do I need tickets to watch the fireworks?

Nope! Most of the best viewing spots around Marina Bay and Sentosa are free and open to the public. But prime spots fill up fast, so get there early.

Can I see the fireworks from hotels or rooftop bars?

Absolutely. Hotels like Marina Bay Sands, Fullerton, and The Ritz-Carlton offer rooms and rooftop events with killer views. Rooftop bars and restaurants also host countdown parties, usually requiring reservations or entry fees.

Are there family-friendly spots to watch?

Yes! Sentosa’s Siloso Beach Countdown, Marina Barrage, and Bay East Garden are great for families wanting a relaxed, festive vibe without the dense crowds.

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