Experience the magic of the Singapore River Festival 2024, where this year’s theme, ‘Lights and Colours’, promises to be bigger and more dazzling than ever! From 4 to 13 October, the river will come to life with a spectacular display of light shows, music performances, and cultural celebrations, creating an unforgettable experience for all.

Singapore River Festival 2024

This year’s festival will feature a wide range of exciting events, including mesmerising light shows on iconic bridges, music performances on river cruises, pet-friendly activities, heritage games, and scenic night walks. Celebrating Singapore’s rich cultural heritage, the festival offers a perfect blend of food, entertainment, and history along the vibrant riverside districts of Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, and Robertson Quay.

Singapore River Festival Cavenagh Bridge light display

Themed ‘River of Lights and Colours’, the festival showcases the city’s iconic heritage bridges through stunning light displays:

  • Cavenagh Bridge lights up with Urban Pulse, a dynamic display celebrating Singapore’s vibrant city energy, with lights and music syncing to the rhythm of the bustling city.
  • Read Bridge presents Eclectic Tapestry, capturing the vibrancy of Singapore’s food and entertainment culture through a captivating blend of lights and sounds.
  • Alkaff Bridge transforms into a Tranquil Oasis with soothing light displays, reflecting the serenity of the nearby greenery and waters, offering a peaceful escape from the urban buzz.




Food lovers can indulge in the Singapore River Signatures (SRS), a culinary celebration highlighting the diverse and delicious food scene along the river. The festival offers food tours, workshops, and exclusive promotions, including the popular Taste of the Quays tour. Participants will savour local delights like Fu Lin’s Signature Yong Tau Foo, Rendezvous Hock Lock Kee’s Nasi Padang, and Dopa Dopa’s nut-based gelato. Visitors can also enjoy hands-on activities like decorating croissants at the artisanal Kwaasong Bakeshop.

Join us for 10 days of lights, music, food, and fun, and immerse yourself in the rich history and cultural diversity of the Singapore River Festival 2024!

An Even More Exciting Line-Up of Activities for All

Rhythmic Symphony

Catch the Rhythmic Symphony to enjoy captivating live music performances both on river cruise and along the waterfront. This unique musical experience offers a delightful blend of sights and sounds, creating an enchanting atmosphere for all to enjoy. Whether you’re strolling along the waterfront or cruising on the boat, let the symphony transport you to a world of harmony and rhythm.

📅 4 to 5 Oct 2024
⏰ 7.15pm to 10pm
📍 Boat Quay, Waterfront Promenade

For more information, visit here.




LINE Friends City Light Walk

LINE Friends City Light Walk 2024

Join us for a fun night walk to experience the enchanting nightscape and discover historical fun facts of the Singapore River! Enjoy glowing figurines, interactive photo booths, fun workshops, and exclusive merchandise.

📅 5 Oct 2024
⏰ 6pm (for 7km walk) | 7pm (for 3km walk)
📍 Clarke Quay Central
🏷 From $29.90

For more information, visit here.

Fur-tastic Paw-ty

For pet owners and lovers, the Fur-tastic Paw-ty is the perfect chance to hang out with your furry friends and enjoy fun activities, including bumboat rides with pets operated by Singapore River Cruise, pet obstacle courses, and fun challenges. You can also join pet food workshops, snap photos at cute photo booths, and explore the pet market.

📅 12 to 13 Oct 2024
⏰ 12 to 10pm
📍 CQ @ Clarke Quay




Heritage Games Fiesta

Visitors can further relive the nostalgia with giant traditional games like pick-up sticks, snakes and ladders, and aeroplane chess. Additionally, enjoy engaging workshops like ‘Make a Chapteh’ and ‘Paint a Wooden Top’, movie screening, and delightful giveaways like balloon sculptures and candy floss.

📅 12 to 13 Oct 2024
⏰ 2 – 8pm (for 12 Oct) | 2 – 6pm (for 13 Oct)
📍 Robertson Walk

The Singapore River Festival is made possible by BlueSG (a member of Goldbell), City Energy, Clarke Quay Central, CQ @ Clarke Quay, GoRental, Hong Leong Holdings, Mitsubishi Electric, Riverside Point, and Robertson Walk. This festival is supported by Unearthed Productions, Event Partner, and Water B, Boat Partner.

Join us for the celebration of this annual event with exclusive activities for families, friends, and even furry companions this October.

For the latest updates and event details about Singapore River Festival 2024, visit here.


Children’s Day

Children’s Day is on 4 October 2024. Do check out our list of fun Things To Do This Children’s Day long weekend.

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It’s the weekend and are you looking for things / activities to do? Check out our weekly roundup of Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore.

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