Where To See Snow (And Soak Up The Magic) In Singapore This Christmas

Singapore may be sitting firmly on the equator, but that doesn’t stop us from chasing a little winter magic. Every festive season, the city transforms into a wonderland of twinkling lights, carols, carnival rides and (believe it or not) snow. This year’s lineup of Christmas events is bigger, brighter and cooler than ever, from flurries under the Supertrees to glowing markets and Santa meet-and-greets. Whether you’re looking for the best places to see snow in Singapore or simply want to feel that Christmas sparkle, here’s where to head this holiday season.

Christmas Wonderland At Gardens By The Bay: Snowfall, Flying Santa And The Biggest Festive Extravaganza Yet

29 November 2025 – 1 January 2026

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Christmas Wonderland is the crown jewel of Singapore’s holiday calendar, and this year’s edition is its biggest yet. Taking over a sprawling 30,000 square metres at Gardens by the Bay, the festival features more than 40 attractions and over 140 hours of entertainment.

Step into a dazzling world of twinkling lights and larger-than-life displays, from the six-storey-tall Spalliera handcrafted in Italy to the towering 16-metre Christmas Pyramid inspired by traditional German markets. There’s also the brand-new Flying Santa show, where Saint Nick literally takes to the skies above The Meadow, and Reindeer Town, a walk-through experience complete with a reindeer quartet and Santa’s stable.

If you’re here for the snow, don’t miss the nightly Blizzard Time at the Supertree Grove, where it snows three times a night after the Garden Rhapsody light show. Carnival games, festive food stalls and the Hendrick’s Hot Air Balloon Bar add to the magic. It’s pure Christmas joy from start to finish.

Find tickets and more details at christmaswonderland.sg

Tanglin Mall: Singapore’s Original Snowfall And A Whole Lot Of Holiday Cheer

8 November 2025 – 1 January 2026

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No list of snowy Christmas spots in Singapore is complete without Tanglin Mall. The mall’s annual snowfall event has become something of a local legend, drawing families and nostalgia-chasers year after year. This season, the much-loved Snow Splendours returns every night from 7.30pm to 8pm, with an extra show at 8.30pm on weekends. It’s one of the few places where you can actually dance under the snow while the city glows around you.

Beyond the flurries, Tanglin Mall is filling the season with crafty fun and festive performances. Join hands-on workshops like scented stone making or DIY baubles, enjoy live music and carolling from local school choirs, and snap a photo with Santa himself during his storytime sessions. The mall’s Christmas setup feels like stepping into a classic holiday postcard complete with twinkling lights, cheery tunes and a touch of magic in the air.

More details at tanglinmall.com.sg

Togetherland By World Christmas Market At Bayfront Event Space

11 December 2025 – 4 January 2026

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If you love a good Christmas market, you’ll want to make your way to Bayfront Event Space, where the World Christmas Market is returning bigger and brighter as Togetherland. Spanning a huge 20,000 square metres, the event brings the theme “A Christmas Constellation” to life across nine immersive zones, each inspired by one of Santa’s reindeer.

Expect live music, a specially commissioned Christmas musical under a canopy of stars, and the return of Candy Cane Lane, lined with rows of glowing candy canes and real Christmas trees. There’s also Dasher’s Festive Feast, serving up hearty bites and themed cocktails, and Prancer’s Star Bazaar, a marketplace filled with handmade gifts and artisanal goods.

Community and sustainability take centre stage this year, too. Donner’s Heartlight Haven celebrates giving back through partnerships with local charities and social enterprises, while other zones bring in family fun, pet-friendly areas and even green-themed workshops. It’s part carnival, part Christmas fair and entirely full of heart.

For more details and to purchase tickets visit togetherland.world

Orchard Road: Christmas On A Great Street

8 November 2025 – 1 January 2026

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Orchard Road is already famous for its lights, but come Christmas, it levels up. The 42nd edition of Christmas on A Great Street will turn the city’s main shopping belt into a glowing spectacle of nostalgia, community spirit and Singaporean flair.

The decorations this year blend classic festive motifs with icons from Singapore’s past, alongside a refreshed Christmas Village filled with food stalls, live performances and carnival rides. Expect to spot Merli, Singapore’s favourite lion mascot, and plenty of sparkling displays perfect for your holiday photo ops.

This massive light-up event isn’t just about the glitz, it’s also about giving back. Organised by the Orchard Road Business Association with support from Community Chest, proceeds go toward more than 300 social service programmes across the island. It’s festive fun with a side of feel-good purpose.

Full line-up at christmas.orchardroad.org

Allgreen Malls: Mall-Hopping Fun, Festive Workshops And That Iconic Snow Show

Various dates, November 2025 – January 2026

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Allgreen Malls are making it their mission to spread Christmas cheer city-wide this year, with each mall offering something different to love. Over at Tanglin Mall, you’ll find the city’s signature snow show (yes, the same Snow Splendours that’s become a Singapore tradition). Great World is all about creativity and sustainability, with eco-friendly craft workshops where you can make your own recycled ornaments, along with live magic and bubble shows.

At Pasir Ris Mall, families can dive into a Carnival of Christmas Joy complete with festive markets, kids’ craft stations and storytelling sessions with Santa himself. Meanwhile, The Seletar Mall is rolling out DIY sling bag workshops and meet-and-greets with beloved mascots like Sir Little and friends.

Allgreen’s annual Malls of Love campaign also returns this year, inviting shoppers to donate to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance Singapore in exchange for gift-wrapping services or small festive goodies. It’s a simple way to give back while ticking off your Christmas shopping list.

Full details at greatrewards.com.sg

Christmas Train Show At Gardens By The Bay: A Whimsical Winter Journey

23 November 2025 – 4 January 2026

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If you prefer your Christmas with a touch of storytelling, make a stop at Gardens by the Bay’s Christmas Train Show inside the Flower Dome. The exhibition takes you on a whimsical journey across America, Denmark and Singapore, with intricate miniature landscapes, model trains and LEGO creations bringing the scenes to life.

This year’s edition includes a special SG60-inspired section featuring an SMRT train weaving past local icons like the Dragon Playground and heritage shophouses—each piece handcrafted from recycled wood by local artisans. With festive plants, poinsettias and twinkling Christmas trees filling the space, it’s a quieter, cozier way to experience the magic of the season.

More info at gardensbythebay.com.sg

Singapore might not get real snow, but the festive spirit more than makes up for it. From the enchanting flurries at Tanglin Mall to the spectacular light displays at Gardens by the Bay, there are endless ways to get your white Christmas fix right here in the tropics. So, grab your friends, pop on a Santa hat and make your way through these wonder-filled events—it’s time to sleigh the season.

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