Lights by the Lake 2025
📅 27 Sep to 12 Oct 2025
🕙 6.30pm – 10.30pm daily
📍 Jurong Lake Gardens
Journey into a world of enchanting illuminations at Jurong Lake Gardens from 27 September to 12 October 2025. As twilight descends each evening from 6.30pm to 10.30pm, the gardens transform into a magical realm where ancient tales come alive through spectacular lantern displays.
Jurong Lake Gardens Mid Autumn Festival 2025
This year’s exhibition features an immersive Journey to the West experience, where visitors can walk amongst intricate lantern displays depicting the legendary tales of Sun Wukong, Tang Sanzang, and their companions. From the dramatic Five Elements Mountain to the mystical Spider Demon Cave, each installation tells a chapter of this beloved story through stunning craftsmanship and innovative lighting design.
Wheelchair-accessible paths are available at selected areas, and guided tours with sign language interpreters are available, making the magical experience more inclusive for all visitors. Don’t forget to try our Lantern Exploration Quest on the NEAR app for an exclusive Jurong Lake Gardens pin (while stocks last)!
The beloved NParks Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra® returns to a new venue at Ficus Lawn in Chinese Garden, promising evenings of musical excellence under the stars.
In celebration of inclusive arts, the festival features captivating performances by talented artists, alongside cultural showcases by ArtsEverywhere@CDC. The collaboration with PAssionArts Festival brings additional vibrancy to the celebrations, while traditional lantern riddles add to the festive atmosphere.
Special Highlights
- Theatre of Moon by Arts Fission
A mesmerising 30-minute wellness performance at the Japanese Garden’s Reflection Pond, where dance episodes unfold along waterside boardwalks
- Science Centre Singapore’s Astronomy Open House
Step into the Water Lily Pavilion and craft your very own lantern inspired by the dazzling constellations that light up our night sky! Discover the radiant “Sun” and uncover the ever-changing phases of the Moon.
- National Gallery Singapore’s cultural activities
Create art with traditional mooncake stamps and explore a miniature kampong installation inspired by Liu Kang’s Life by the River
Jurong Lake Gardens Mid Autumn Food Bazaar
Beyond the main attractions, visitors can explore other enchanting displays including Chang’e’s Moonlit Garden at the Stone Boat (Chinese Garden), the touching story of Little Mei at Resthouse Pond (Japanese Garden), and the serene Blossoms Beneath the Moon installation at the Floral Garden (Japanese Garden). Complete your evening with delectable treats at our Food Market while taking in the spectacular light shows that illuminate the gardens.
Moonlight Crescendo at Cloud Pagoda
Don’t miss this extraordinary celebration of culture, art, and community under the autumn moon at Jurong Lake Gardens!
Lights by the Lake is organised by National Parks Board. Jurong Lake Gardens is part of the National Arts Council’s Arts and Culture Nodes Network.
For more information on Lights by the Lake, visit here.
NParks Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra®
Don’t miss this special edition of Rockestra® with the theme ‘Moonlit Melodies’. Enjoy a selection of popular Mandarin and English songs, from timeless classics to modern hits, in an unforgettable musical experience.
📅 11 Oct 2025
⏰ 6.30pm – 10pm
📍 Ficus Lawn, Chinese Garden
For more information, visit Rockestra.
Mid-Autumn Festival falls on 6 October this year. Remember to check out our list of Best Mooncakes and Best Bak Kwa in Singapore 2025.
Looking for what to do during the Mid-Autumn Festival? Read Mid Autumn Festival 2025.
Children’s Day 2025
Children’s Day is on 3 October 2025. Do check out our list of fun Things to do this Children’s Day long weekend.
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