As the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, mooncakes and lanterns usually take centre stage, but the lively lion and dragon dances also add an extra layer of excitement to the celebrations in Singapore. These vibrant performances, with their rhythmic drumming and skilful choreography, are a captivating part of the festival.

In this guide, we have curated a list of places where you can catch these dynamic lion and dragon dance displays during the Mid-Autumn Festival in Singapore.

Where to Catch Lion Dance and Dragon Dance Performances in Singapore

For those eager to experience the thrill of lion dance during the Mid Autumn Festival, here are some recommended locations:

1. Chinese Garden

Enjoy the special appearance on the following dates

LED Lion & Dragon Dance

📅 13, 14, 15 & 20, 21, 22 Sep (Every Fri, Sat & Sun)
⏰ 7.30pm & 8.30pm
📍 Grand Arch

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2. Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery

Dragon/Lion Dance

📅 13 Sep 2024
⏰ 7.30pm

Luminous Dragon Dance

📅 13 Sep 2024
⏰ 9.30pm

Traditional Lion Dance

📅 14 Sep 2024
⏰ 9.30pm

Dragon Dance

📅 15 Sep 2024
⏰ 6.30pm

Luminous Dragon Dance

📅 17 Sep 2024
⏰ 8.45pm

For more information, visit Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery Mid-Autumn Celebrations 2024.

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3. Sun Yat Sen Nanyang War Memorial Hall

Image credit: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

Experience the electrifying LED Lion Dance, where brilliant lights and dynamic choreography bring this traditional dance to life in a whole new way. Prepare to be captivated by a stunning fusion of culture and technology that will dazzle audiences of all ages.

LED Lion Dance Performance

📅 14 Sep 2024
⏰ 7.15pm – 7.35pm

Witness the spectacular LED Dragon Dance, where radiant lights and fluid movements bring this mythical creature to life. Immerse yourself in a mesmerising display of tradition and innovation that will end the festival on a high note!

LED Dragon Dance Performance

Image credit: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall

📅 15 Sep 2024
⏰ 8.15pm – 8.45pm

For more information, visit Wan Qing Mid Autumn Festival 2024.

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4. Lam Ann Association Building

Lion Dance by Singapore Yiwei Athletic Association

Join us and see the Lion Dance Highpoles performances at the Singapore Hokkien Lam Ann Festival!

📅 13 Sep 2024
⏰ 12pm

📅 14 and 15 Sep 2024
⏰ 1pm and 7pm

📅 20 Sep 2024
⏰ 7pm

📅 21 and 22 Sep 2024
⏰ 1pm and 7pm

For more information, visit Singapore Hokkien Lam Ann Festival 2024.

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5. Gardens by the Bay

Catch the dragon dance performance during the opening ceremony.

Dragon Dance

📅 4 Sep 2024
⏰ 7pm
🏷 Free

For more information, visit Gardens by the Bay Mid Autumn Festival 2024.

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Note: All details are correct as of 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.