Despite the absence of natural snowfall, Singapore embraces the winter spirit and Christmas joy with enchanting snowfall sessions and captivating Christmas trees island-wide. As festive events light up the sunny island, we’ve compiled a list of the best snowy Christmas experiences for you to explore – no need for heavy layers, just immerse yourself in the magical ambience of the season. It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Singapore!

Experience ‘snow’ in tropical Singapore with your loved ones and family this Christmas! Some of these places have been displaying artificial snow since 1996.

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Places to see Snow in Singapore 2024

1. Experience the Magic of Christmas at Gardens by the Bay 2024

The 11th edition of the outdoor festive market Christmas Wonderland, presented by Trip.com and organised by Blue Sky Events, offers an expanded array of new and immersive experiences. This year’s event features more dazzling light displays and the return of fan favourites such as “snow” in the tropics during Blizzard Time. Carnival games, festive performances by local artists, and delectable food from popular F&B outlets round up the experience.

Garden Rhapsody and Blizzard Time

📅 29 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025
⏰ 7.45pm, 8.45pm & 9.35pm
📍 Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay

For more information, visit Experience the Magic of Christmas at Gardens by the Bay 2024.

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2. Marina Square Peppa Pig Snowy Fun

Marina Square invites you to Peppa Pig’s ‘Snowy Fun’ Christmas celebration, featuring Singapore’s first Peppa Pig-themed skating rink! Gather around the magnificent Christmas Tree and experience the enchanting snowfall this festive season! Frolic in the winter wonderland, dance in the snow, and capture unforgettable moments with Peppa and her friends as a charming backdrop.

📅 21 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025
⏱ Mon – Thu: 2pm and 7.30pm | Fri – Sun: 2pm, 7.30pm, and 8.15pm
📍 Marina Square

For more information, visit Marina Square Christmas.

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3. Capitol Singapore

In observing the most wonderful time of the year, Capitol Singapore is bringing back its well-loved line-up comprising the Capitol Singapore Christmas Market, Capitol Singapore Singing Tree, picturesque snowfall, a Christmas countdown and more.

📅 15 Nov to 25 Dec 2024
⏱ 7pm – 10pm (5 minutes duration, every 30 minutes)
📍 Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza

For more information, visit Capitol Singapore Picturesque Snowfall.

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4. Snowfall at Jewel Changi Airport

Shiseido Forest Valley snowfall experience

At the Shiseido Forest Valley, Canopy Park and around Jewel, there will be fairy lights, lighted arches and other festive decorations that incorporate elements of Disney Cruise Line, adding to the ambience of the holiday season.

Every evening, the Jewel Rain Vortex comes to life with the spellbinding Christmas Light & Music Showcase at 8pm and 9pm (Monday to Thursday), with an additional show on weekends (Friday to Sunday) at 10pm. This choreographed display features dancing lights that harmonise with timeless Christmas melodies, creating a symphony of colours and sounds. Stay on for the enchanting snowfall experience that will add to the holiday spirit every evening at 7.35pm, 8.05pm, 9.05pm, with an additional session on weekends (Friday to Sunday) at 10.05pm.

📅 15 Nov 2024 to 2 Jan 2025
⏱ 7.35pm, 8.05pm, 9.05pm and 10.05pm (weekends Fri-Sun)
📍 Jewel Changi Airport

For more information, visit Snowfall at Jewel Changi Airport.

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5. illumi Christmas Edition

Step into 9 enchanting worlds filled with dazzling lights, magical snowfall under the stars, and festive fun for the whole family. ❄️

📅 27 Nov 2024 to 6 Jan 2025
📍 Bayfront Event Ground

You can book your tickets here.

For more information, visit ILLUMI Singapore.

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6. Catch the Snow Show at Terminal 3

Step into Terminal 3 Departure Hall and be amazed by a breathtaking 8-metre-tall Hello Kitty topiary, surrounded by her beloved friends. Photo credit: Changi Airport Group

Spot the 8-metre tall Hello Kitty and soak in the festive spirit as the snow falls.

Snow Shows

📅 2 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025
⏱ Mon – Thu: 7.30pm & 8.30pm | Fri – Sun: 7.30pm, 8.30pm & 9.30pm
📍 Changi Airport T3

For more information, visit Changi Airport celebrates 50 years of Hello Kitty.

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7. One Punggol

Families will have a blast watching snowfall this festive season! There are always plenty of photo-taking opportunities at the enchanting musical lights and snowfall shows, festive performances, exciting carnival games and fun rides for the whole family.

📅 21 Dec 2024 till 1 Jan 2025
⏱ 7.15pm – 9.45pm (at 30-minute intervals)
📍 One Punggol

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8. CHIJMES

CHIJMES adds to the enchantment with its projection mapping, magical snowfall, roving bands and Christmas pop-up. Catch the outdoor snowfall for an unforgettable cozy wintery experience.

📅 15 Nov to 25 Dec 2024
⏱ 7pm – 10pm (10 minutes duration, 30 minutes interval)
📍 CHIJMES, The Lawn

For more information, visit CHIJMES Magical Snowfall.

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9. KINEX & United Square: Experience Winter Wonderland at Snow Play Zones

Joy and laughter await in enchanting snowy wonderlands at both KINEX and United Square. Here’s your chance for a magical escape and soak in the festive and bubbly spirit that fills the air.

Snow Play Schedule

For more information, visit UOL Malls Christmas.

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10. Snow City

Snow City Singapore, Singapore’s first indoor snow centre, unveiled its newly revamped attractions featuring four one-of-a-kind adventure zones. Visitors can now experience real snow in Singapore for the very first time, alongside icy thrill rides and a fun photo-worthy gallery filled with interactive play.

Tickets to the newly revamped Snow City Singapore are available for purchase via Klook, Fever and Pelago.

For more information, visit New-look Snow City.

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11. The Centrepoint

Snow Show

📅 9 Nov 2024
⏱ 7.45pm – 8pm | 8.15pm – 8.30pm
📍 The Centrepoint, L1 street level

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12. Universal Studios Singapore – Santa’s Magical Mechanical World

Photo credit: Resorts World Sentosa.

In Santa’s Magical Mechanical World, the Hollywood zone goes steampunk with the festive show Tinker Time Christmas. Join Super Grover and Sesame Street friends as they try to fix the Christmas Time Tinkering Machine just in time for Santa. After the show, enjoy festive meet-and-greets with characters from Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda, capture photos with towering gadgets, and marvel at snowfall around the steampunk-themed Christmas tree at the Hollywood Lagoon Stage.

📅 29 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025

For more information, visit A Universal Christmas Returns to Universal Studios Singapore.

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13. Snowfall Shows at Orchard Road

Enjoy live performances by local buskers and bands, savour delicious bites from food trucks, enjoy carnival rides and games, and discover exciting pop-up stores. Plus, check out our new 14-metre-tall Mastercard® Priceless Christmas Tree, featuring nightly snowfall shows!

Snowfall Shows

📅 10 Nov 2024 to 1 Jan 2025
⏰ 8pm & 9pm daily
📍 Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza

For more information, visit Orchard Road Christmas Light Up 2024.

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14. Queenstown Winter Festival 2024

This holiday season, come down to Leng Kee CC on 14 Dec 2024 evening and join the Queenstown Winter Festival 2024! ☃️ Experience the magic of our first ever foam snowfall in Queenstown and piick up skills at our Winter Wonder workshops. Enjoy a fun family time together at our Queenstown Winter Festival!

Snow fall
📅 14 Dec 2024
⏰ 7pm
📍 Leng Kee CC

Grab your tickets now here!

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15. The Church of the Good Shepherd (COGS)

COGS will be beautifully illuminated with twinkling lights – a warm, open invitation for all to come in. Over two weekends in December, its grounds will be transformed into a Christmas market complete with stalls, Christmas carols, regular “snowfall” and, for the young ones, bouncy castles and mechanical animal rides.

📅 8, 9 & 10 and 15, 16 & 17 Dec 2024 (Fridays to Sundays)
⏰ 5pm – 10pm (Snowfall time not stated)
📍 2 Dundee Road, Singapore 149454
🏷 Entry is free

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16. Tanglin Mall

Tanglin Mall, is well known for its yearly artificial snowfall events since 1996. The all-time favourite snow show has returned to Tanglin Mall. Soak in the festive spirit and frolic in their signature “Snow and Foam”**

📅 8 Nov to 1 Jan 2024
📍 Tanglin Mall

** Subject to weather conditions | Avalanche: Foam | Snow : Artificial Snow

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17. Snow Display Sessions at VivoCity

Step into a winter wonderland and experience the enchanting charm of our 15-metre tall Christmas tree, inspired by the classic game of Monopoly. This stunning centerpiece becomes the perfect backdrop for our snow displays, bringing a sprinkle of holiday magic every evening!*

Snow Display Sessions

📅 8 Nov till 25 Dec 2024
⏱ Tue – Sun & Public Holidays, 7.30pm & 8.30pm
📍 VivoCity Outdoor Plaza, Level 1

For more information, visit VivoCity Christmas.

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18. Suntec City’s POP BEAN Christmas Celebration

Immerse yourself in the magic of the season at the Christmas Village at Suntec Plaza, where a Snowfall Show transforms the space into a winter wonderland, creating a joyful atmosphere complete with ice cream giveaways on selected dates.

Snowfall Show

📅 21 Nov to 21 Dec 2024
⏰ Thu & Sun – 7.30pm, 8.30pm, Fri & Sat – 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm
📅 22 to 25 Dec 2024
⏰ 7.30pm, 8.30pm, 9.30pm
📍 Suntec Plaza
*Show runs for 10 minutes per session

For more information, visit Suntec City Christmas!

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19. Marina Bay Sands Christmas Light Up

Embrace the season’s magic with a dazzling evening of lights, songs and performances culminating in a show-stopping flurry of snow confetti for a most enchanting Christmas celebration.

Light Up Launch
📅 8 Nov 2024
⏰ 8pm
📍 Grand Colonnade

For more information, visit MBS Christmas Light Up 2024.

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20. Star Vista

Enjoy the snowfall at the 20-metre-tall Christmas Tree and experience a snowy White Christmas at the Star Vista!

📅 6 to 22 Dec (Fri – Sun only), 24 & 25 Dec 2024
⏱ 7.30pm & 8.30pm
📍 The Star Plaza, B1

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Note: All details are correct as at the time of publishing. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information, no guarantee is given nor responsibility is taken for errors or omissions in the compilation. Readers are advised to check with the respective event organisers for the most updated schedules, venues and details.

🎨🎳🎯 Year-End School Holidays 2024 🧩🎭🎪

The year-end November and December holidays are here! We’ve put together an exciting list of November-December School Holiday Activities for Kids. From meet-and-greet sessions with beloved characters to open houses and engaging holiday enrichment programmes, there’s something for every child to enjoy this festive season.

🕒🎉 New Year 2025 🎉🕒

Ready to ring in the New Year? Celebrate in style with our list of New Year’s Eve 2025 Countdown Parties in Singapore! From dazzling NYE fireworks displays to family-friendly festivities, there are plenty of ways to welcome the New Year with joy and excitement.

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