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. Gardens by the Bay Mid Autumn Festival
Lion Dance
📅 12 Sep 2026
⏰ 8.30pm
🏷 Supertree Grove Lawn
Join us for an LED Lion Dance performance as we kick off the Mid-Autumn Festival. Watch the illuminated lions come to life with lively movements and vibrant lights, setting the mood for an evening of celebration and festive fun.
Dragon Dance
📅 Sun, 27 Sep 2026
⏰ 7.30pm
🏷 Supertree Grove Lawn
Celebrate the final day of the Mid-Autumn Festival with a lively Dragon Dance performance as we bring this year’s festivities to a memorable close.
For more information, visit Gardens by the Bay Mid Autumn Festival 2026.
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The LED lion dance performance features a colourful light display set to music, suitable for the entire family.
LED Lion Dance
📅 20 & 27 Sep 2026
⏰ 7.45pm and 8.45pm
📍 Grand Arch, Chinese Garden
For more information, visit JLG Lights by the Lake 2026.
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3. Chinatown Mid Autumn Festival
Discover the Celebration of Traditional Arts and Performances. The festival will open with an energetic lion dance and Wushu performance by Kong Chow Wui Koon. This is followed by a lantern-making talk, relating to the stories and traditions behind the Mid-Autumn Festival. The programme follows with lively ukulele performances and community singing.
Lion Dance
📅 19 Sep 2026
⏰ 2pm
🏷 Smith Street, Chinatown Singapore
For more information, visit Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival 2026.
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4. 30th Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships 2026 義安城全国锦标赛
Witness an electrifying display of skill and tradition at the 30th Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships! Experience the thrill as elite lion dance troupes battle it out with breathtaking stunts and acrobatics in their pursuit of the national title.
📅 7 to 12 Sep 2026
🕙 6pm
📍 Ngee Ann City, Civic Plaza
🏷 Free Admission
For more information visit Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships 2026.
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Mid-Autumn Festival falls on 25 September this year. Remember to check out our list of Best Mooncakes and Best Bak Kwa in Singapore 2026.
Looking for what to do during the Mid-Autumn Festival? Read Mid Autumn Festival 2026 Events in Singapore.
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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.
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