HOMEGROWN CHARACTER FENBAO’S FANTASTICAL WORLD LIGHTS UP GARDENS BY THE BAY THIS MID-AUTUMN
This year’s festival reimagines familiar traditions for a new generation through eight large-scale lantern sets featuring original made in Singapore character Fenbao and her friends
At the 14th edition of year’s Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay (滨海花园庆中秋) – the Gardens’ longest running community event – eight large-scale lantern sets transform the outdoors into a dreamlike realm of glowing blooms, shimmering waterfalls and mystical forests.
The festival was officially launched by Minister for National Development Mr Chee Hong Tat lighting up the Moonlit Garden (月光花园) lantern set at Golden Garden. This lantern depicts original homegrown character Fenbao – an eternal five-year-old filled with the joy and wonder of childhood – discovering a magical garden where a pathway of glowing flowers reach towards the moon.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay runs until Sep 27, and admission is free.
Fenbao is created by acclaimed Singaporean advertising creative Ms Lim Sau Hoong, a President’s Design Award recipient. Fenbao is joined by her faithful canine companion Ah Ken, friends Chiu Chiu and Pineapple Boy, and Bee Nini, a computer bee from the future.
The festival theme this year is A Mid-Autumn Fantasy (奇幻之秋). Alongside Fenbao and friends, this edition puts a fresh spin on familiar Mid-Autumn traditions, inviting visitors to rediscover the festival and broadening its appeal to more people.
Gardens by the Bay CEO Mr Felix Loh said, “Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay has grown over the past 14 years to become our longest-running and most enduring community event. Each year, we seek to reimagine the festival in new and engaging ways while staying true to the traditions and spirit of the celebration. This year, we are excited to collaborate with the acclaimed Lim Sau Hoong, whose homegrown character Fenbao brings a whimsical world of fantasy and imagination to the celebration. Fenbao’s bond with her friends captures the spirit of togetherness at the heart of Mid-Autumn, while her love of nature resonates naturally with the Gardens. As the People’s Garden, we are proud to provide a platform for homegrown creativity to reach a wider audience, while bringing a distinctly local flavour to our Mid-Autumn festivities.”
Ms Lim, who is also an artist, is the creative force behind some of the most iconic commercials of the 1990s. Her portfolio of 30 years spans Hong Kong singer George Lam’s Are You Afraid of the Dark? series for Guinness Stout and those for Scott’s Emulsion cod liver oil featuring the memorable Growing Up jingle.
The collaboration with her follows other creative collaborations with Singaporean artists for Mid-Autumn Festival, beginning with illustrator Mr Lee Kow Fong, known as Ah Guo, in 2024 and Ms Wang Shijia, creator of Ang Ku Kueh Girl and Friends, in 2025.
Large-scale lanterns depict vibrant and imaginative scenes
The festival’s largest lantern set, The Voyage (星月之旅) measures 20m across and 6m in height, and floats on Dragonfly Lake. It features an underwater scene with Fenbao riding a celestial whale, whose colours and details were spray painted by hand on site by an artisan who flew in from China.
At Supertree Grove, the 11m-tall Waterfall Fantasy (幻彩瀑布) – the tallest lantern set – rises up against an iconic Supertree.
Also at Supertree Grove, Fenbao and friends gather beneath the moonlit sky amid colourful flowers and floating jellyfish in The Garden Celebration (欢庆花园). Visitors can step onto an elevated platform and become part of the scene as they pose for photos.
The Voyage on Dragonfly Lake is the largest lantern set measuring 20m across and 6m in height.
The first Big Flag Championship at the Gardens and other activities
Image: Gardens by the Bay
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival is also a showcase of traditional culture. A key highlight is the first Singapore Big Flag Championship to be held at Gardens by the Bay, which will be rounded off with a lively dragon dance. Both events are taking place at Supertree Grove on Sep 27 – the last day of Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay – with no admission charge.
When in competition, Big Flag teams put their strength, skill and coordination to the test by tossing massive 8.5m-tall flags into the air before balancing them on different parts of their bodies.
Ongoing throughout Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay is Garden Rhapsody – Tales of the Moon, a special edition of the Supertree music and light show, at 7.45pm and 8.45pm nightly.
Hands-on craft activities, a street food marketplace, carnival games and family-friendly rides round out the range of activities.
Free entry for kids and lantern giveaways in Flower Dome
From now until Sep 27, Singapore residents aged 12 and below enjoy free admission to Flower Dome, where they can explore the ongoing Lilytopia floral display.
There will also be free, limited-edition Fenbao lantern giveaways and lantern panting activities in Flower Dome, while stocks last.
📅 12 to 27 Sep 2026
🕙 6pm to 10pm
📍 Golden Garden, Supertree Grove and Bayfront Plaza at Gardens by the Bay
🏷 Admission is free.
Visit here for details.
Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay is supported by community partner Tote Board and sponsor Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple. SPH Media’s Chinese Media Group is the media partner, and UFM100.3 and 96.3 Hao FM are the official radio stations.
Event Highlights
Marketplace
Refuel with a delicious selection of food and beverages at our bustling marketplace. Don’t miss the exciting carnival games and family-friendly rides for a fun-filled day with family and friends. Charges apply.
📅 Sat, 12 Sep – Sun, 27 Sep 2026
🕙 6pm – 10pm
📍 Supertree Grove
Perks for Friends of the Gardens members: Friends of the Gardens members enjoy 10% off at marketplace and a $3 discount with every $30 purchase or top-up at J’Kids Carnival Games^.
Craft Corner
Join us in celebrating the Mid-Autumn season with self-guided craft activities and create your own festive keepsakes. Fees apply for selected activities.
📅 Sun, 13 Sep 2026
Sat, 19 Sep – Sun, 20 Sep 2026
Fri, 25 Sep – Sun, 27 Sep 2026
🕙 Various timings
📍 Colonnade
Perks: Gardens by the Bay attraction ticket holders enjoy a 1-for-1 promotion, while Friends of the Gardens members enjoy 10% off the standard activity fee^.
LED Lion Dance
Image: Gardens by the Bay
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.
📅 Sat, 12 Sep 2026
🕙 8.30pm
📍 Supertree Grove Lawn
➡️ Related Read: Where to Watch Lion and Dragon Dance during Mid-Autumn Festival
Singapore Big Flag Championship
Watch teams showcase their skills and coordination as they manoeuvre large flags in this traditional competition. Enjoy the lively atmosphere and cheer on the participating teams!
📅 Sun, 27 Sep 2026
🕙 1.00pm – 7.30pm
📍 Supertree Grove Lawn
Dragon Dance
Image: Gardens by the Bay
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.
📅 Sun, 27 Sep 2026
🕙 7.30pm
📍 Supertree Grove Lawn
➡️ Related Read: Where to Watch Lion and Dragon Dances During Singapore’s Mid-Autumn Festival
Extend your Mid-Autumn celebration inside Flower Dome
Journey to ancient Egypt with Lilytopia floral display while enjoying a host of family-friendly activities & giveaways!
📅 Sat, 5 Sep – Sun, 27 Sep 2026
🕙 Various timings
📍 Flower Dome
^Eligible guests are required to present the following before making payment:
- Ticket holders to any attractions at Gardens by the Bay: Admission ticket (physical or digital) dated between 12 and 27 Sep 2026
- Friends of the Gardens members: Valid membership e-card
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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