National Day is just around the corner! Why not plan a trip out with the family this time and catch the fireworks? Here are some hot spots to catch and photograph the National Day Parade’s Fireworks 2024.
You can catch the fireworks even before 9th August. On every Saturday for about one and a half month before the actual parade, there will be firework displays during NDP rehearsals and also on Gardens by the Bay & Mediacorp National Day Concert on 4 Aug 2024. In addition, there will be fireworks displays at 5 heartland locations on 10 Aug 2024 for NDP @ Heartlands 2024.
➡️ Related Read: What to expect during National Day Parade 2024
On National Day 9 August 2024
Based on the preview shows, the fireworks display begins at 7.30pm and ends at about 8.20pm.
Detailed Fireworks Timings for NDP 2024
| Time | Activity |
| 1930hrs | Short Burst of Fireworks |
| 1950hrs | Short Fireworks (Heartshape)~1min |
| 2002hrs | Short Burst of Fireworks |
| 2009 – 2013hrs | 3 x Fireworks after NDP Theme Song before Anthem |
| 2015 – 2020hrs | Grand Finale Fireworks after Anthem |
| 2026hrs | Short Fireworks ~1min (Only seen on Preview 2, likely not on 9 Aug) |
For the best free spots to catch the National Day Parade (NDP) 2024 fireworks in Singapore, consider the following locations:
Free Places
- Asian Civilization Museum (partially blocked)
- Benjamin Sheares Bridge
- Clifford Square
- Coleman Bridge
- Elgin Bridge
- Empress Place
- Esplanade Outdoor Theatre / Waterfront Promenade
- Esplanade Bridge, Esplanade Drive
- Bay East Garden
- Helix Bridge
- Jubilee Bridge
- Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Promenade
- Marina Bay Sands Event Square
- Marina Barrage (partially blocked)
- Marina Boulevard beside Promontory
- Marina Square Rooftop Garden
- Merdeka Bridge near Stadium Road
- One Fullerton Shopping Mall
- The Lawn @ Marina Bay
- The Promontory (closed for NTUC x NDP Bay Celebrations)
- The Shoppes @ Marina Bay Sands
- Youth Olympic Park
Plan to arrive early to secure a good spot, especially at the more popular locations like Marina Bay Sands, Jubilee Bridge, Esplanade, and Merlion Park, as these areas tend to fill up quickly.
On 10 August 2024 Fireworks in Singapore’s Heartlands
Enjoy fireworks (Likely around 8pm) at five heartland locations on 10 August 2024:
- Bishan: Opposite Bishan MRT station
- Buona Vista: Next to Buona Vista MRT station
- Paya Lebar: Next to Paya Lebar Quarter 1
- Punggol: Next to Waterway Point
- Yishun: Next to the futsal arena
Please note that the information provided is accurate at the time of publication. While every attempt has been made to ensure its completeness and accuracy, we cannot guarantee freedom from errors or omissions in this post. We encourage readers to verify with the relevant owners for the latest promotions and details.
September School Holiday
It is the one-week September school break. Do check out our compilation of exciting things to do this September School Holidays in Singapore 2024.
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