Celebrating Singapore Botanic Gardens
This year, the Gardens marks the:
- 10th anniversary of its inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
- 150th anniversary of the Singapore Herbarium and the Singapore Botanic Gardens Library of Botany and Horticulture
- 30th anniversary of the National Orchid Garden
These milestones coincide with Singapore’s 60th year of independence and are part of the Celebrations in our Parks and Gardens organised by the National Parks Board (NParks) in support of SG60.
Singapore Botanic Gardens Heritage Festival – 19 to 27 July
Experience a unique blend of nature, art and heritage while exploring the stunning landscapes that have shaped the Gardens over the years. The Heritage Festival presents a variety of family-friendly activities from musical performances and outdoor film screenings to guided tours, programmes, and exhibitions!
Visitors can choose from a range of guided tours and discover different areas in the Gardens. This includes special night tours that will take you through the picturesque Gardens to experience its enchanting beauty in a different light. In “Race Against Time – Science Behind a Botanic Garden Tour”, participants will be able to visit the Herbarium, where physical records of plant materials are stored – some dating as far back as 1790. The guided tours and programmes are free to attend, and registration is required.
Heritage enthusiasts can plan a visit to the Heritage Museum, Botanical Art Gallery, Centre for Ethnobotany, and more. A special exhibition that will be on showcase starting 19 July is “Planting Memories – Singapore Botanic Gardens Through the Eyes of the Community” at CDL Green Gallery and People’s Gallery. Discover how the Gardens has touched countless lives across generations, in this exhibition celebrating the Gardens’ 10th anniversary as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
📅 19 to 27 Jul 2025
📍 Various locations across the Gardens
The public can visit here for the full list of activities and to register for the guided tours and programmes.
Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) Orchid Show – 19 to 27 July
Presented in partnership with the Orchid Society of South East Asia (OSSEA), the SGF Orchid Show will be held at the National Orchid Garden. The main highlight will be an orchid competition featuring entries by dedicated hobbyists and professional growers. Visitors can also marvel at exquisite displays at the Orchid Plaza and visit the MarketPlace along Maranta Avenue, both located near the entrance to the National Orchid Garden.
Singapore residents* enjoy free entry to the National Orchid Garden from 19 to 27 July!
For more information, visit Singapore Garden Festival (SGF) Orchid Show 2025.
* Singapore citizens, permanent residents and those living in Singapore, including holders of employment pass, work permit, dependent’s pass or student’s pass. Proof of residency may be required for verification for entry to National Orchid Garden.
EnlighTEN @ Singapore Botanic Gardens
📅 19 Jul – 10 Aug 2025
🕙 7.30pm – 10pm
📍 Various locations around the Gardens
For over 160 years, the Singapore Botanic Gardens has been a sanctuary where nature, science, and culture converge. EnlighTEN @ Singapore Botanic Gardens invites you to journey through moments of history and growth gently revealed in light-stories of perseverance, discovery, and hope. Explore each location along the trail to experience the Gardens’ enduring legacy, and step into a living heritage that continues to shape our shared future.
5 Light Installation Locations
- Tanglin Gate
- Swan Lake
- Band Stand
- Clock Tower @ Orchid Plaza
- Palm Court
Singapore Botanic Gardens Discovery Passport
🕙 8am – 5.30pm
📍 Various locations around the Gardens
Create a lasting keepsake of the Gardens through beautifully crafted self-embossing stamps available at stations along the Gardens’ trails. Visitors can pick up a Discovery Passport at the Visitor Services Counters and collect commemorative embossed stamps featuring iconic landmarks such as the Bandstand, Learning Forest, and Swan Lake at 10 stations throughout the Gardens. Collect all 10 embossed stamps and received an exclusive Heritage Pin!
Each stamp tells a unique story, showcasing key moments, iconic landscapes, and cultural and heritage sites within the Gardens. This interactive experience lets visitors of all ages explore and learn while creating their own meaningful souvenir.
The Singapore Botanic Gardens Discovery Passport is available for free at the Visitor Services Counters located at the Bukit Timah, Gallop, Nassim, Tanglin, and Tyersall entrances.
No registration is required for this drop-in activity.
🎉🇸🇬 SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY 2025 – SG60 🇸🇬🎉
Image: Pixabay
Singapore turns 60 this year, and it’s time to celebrate in style! From family-friendly activities to special SG60 events happening across the island, there’s something for everyone this National Day weekend. So, dress in red and white, gather your loved ones, and soak in the festive spirit!
Don’t miss out on these SG60 promotions specially curated for the occasion.
🎆 Didn’t manage to score NDP tickets at the Padang? No worries! You can still catch the action, rehearsals, and fireworks at various locations around Singapore. Check out the best viewing spots, dates, and timings here:
👉 National Day Rehearsal Dates & Where to Catch NDP Fireworks
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