Tanglin Mall Brings Christmas to Life with Train Rides, Snowfall, Carnival Games and Festive Markets

Christmas Carnival: A new festive train ride, inflatables and carnival games,
Snow Splendours: Tanglin Mall’s signature snowfall experience returns for 51 days, from 14 November to 3 January, with nightly sessions free for all to enjoy.
Christmas Markets: Six weekends of independent brands, handcrafted gifts and artisanal treats.
Family Activities: Santa meet-and-greets, Christmas wishes, art competitions and activities for children.
Live Entertainment: Christmas carols, school performances and festive shows throughout the season.
Shopping & Dining: Seasonal pop-ups, exciting new store openings, and the opening of The Food Place in December.
Festive Rewards: Spend and redeem carnival tokens to enjoy the Christmas Carnival, alongside special Black Friday dining promotions.

Tanglin Mall Christmas Holiday Express

All aboard for Christmas at Tanglin Mall, as the mall unveils its most expansive festive programme yet with Holiday Express: A Magical Journey. Running from 13 November to 3 January 2027. the celebrations introduce a brand-new outdoor Christmas carnival, complete with festive train rides, traditional fairground games and weekend Christmas markets, alongside the return of the mall’s much-loved Snow Splendours.

This year, Tanglin Mall is transforming its outdoor spaces into a festive playground for families, with a mix of new attractions and much-loved Christmas traditions. From carnival rides and games to complimentary activities and nightly snowfall, there is something for visitors of all ages to enjoy throughout the season.

All Aboard the Holiday Express: Christmas Train Rides, Carnival Games and Snowfall

Snow and Avalanche Tanglin Mall

At the heart of this year’s celebrations is a railway-inspired Christmas setting, featuring a grand red-and-gold entrance, towering illuminated Christmas tree, decorative train carriages and a miniature Christmas village.

Taking centre stage is Santa’s Express, offering families a journey aboard a Christmas-themed train. The new outdoor carnival will also feature Little Elves’ Castle, an inflatable play area, alongside six traditional fairground games, including ring toss, knocking down towers and duck fishing. Four claw machines will offer festive plush toys and prizes.

The carnival will run from 13 November to 27 December 2026, operating on Fridays from 5pm to 9pm and weekends from 11am to 9pm, with daily operations from 21 to 27
December.

Tanglin Mall Christmas Train Rides

As evening approaches, families can stay on for Tanglin Mall’s signature Snow Splendours, returning from 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027. The complimentary snowfall experience will take place nightly from 7.30pm to 8pm on weekdays, with additional weekend sessions from 8.30pm to 9pm and selected public holiday sessions.

Festive Markets, Family Activities and Christmas Entertainment

Christmas shopping extends outdoors this year, with Christmas markets taking place across six weekends from 13 November to 20 December. Featuring a rotating lineup of independent local brands, the market offers a curated selection of Christmas gifts, home fragrances, wellness essentials, and festive treats. Holiday gift highlights include handcrafted fragrances by nowlaterstudio, coconut-based skincare by Coco Veda, and custom poetry by Graceful Quills. Guests can also enjoy cold-pressed juices from HICJUICE and artisanal bakes from Han Confectionary, alongside live music, caricature drawing, hand painting, and balloon activities on selected dates.

Indoor festive pop-ups feature Christmas trees and decor at Ming Sing Christmas Trim Fair, local craft spirits by Distillius, and gourmet treats from Boms & Buns and Sugarsmith Macarons. Tanglin Mall expands its retail and dining lineup ahead of the festive season, anchored by the recent opening of Singapore’s first Jamie Kay flagship store alongside incoming November additions including a new LEGO® store, Tenuta Ginestrelle, Seoul Tofu, Tung Lok Peking Duck, and Beviamo Dolci. Looking ahead to December, shoppers can expect an expanded Little Farms and the launch of The Food Place by Food Republic at Basement 1, bringing a diverse selection of cuisines under one roof.

With an expanded programme spanning carnival rides, snowfall, Christmas markets, family entertainment and new shopping and dining experiences, Tanglin Mall offers families plenty of ways to celebrate the festive season.

Holiday Express: A Magical Journey at Tanglin Mall

Venue: Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road, Singapore 247933
Overall Festive Campaign: 13 November 2026 – 3 January 2027
Christmas Carnival: 13 November – 27 December 2026
Outdoor Christmas Markets: 13-15, 20-22 and 27-29 November; 4-6, 11-13 and 18-20 December 2026
Snow Splendours: 14 November 2026 – 3 January 2027

Carnival Operating Hours:

Fridays: 5pm-9pm
Saturdays and Sundays: 11am-9pm
21-27 December: 11am-9pm daily

Snow Splendours Sessions:

Mondays to Fridays: 7.30pm-8pm
Saturdays. Sundays & Public Holidays (25 Dec & 1 Jan): 7.30pm-8pm and 8.30pm-9pm

Rewards:

Festive Carnival Rewards (14 November – 27 December): Shoppers can present S$50 in same-day combined receipt(s) to redeem 5 carnival tokens for selected Christmas Carnival activities. Limited to the first 30 redemptions on Fridays, and the first 70 redemptions on Saturdays, Sundays and 21-27 December. Double spending is required for supermarket receipts (S$100).
Black Friday Power Hour (27-29 November): Shoppers who spend a minimum of S$50 can redeem a complimentary dessert or glass of wine at participating outlets, including Tanamera Coffee, Tanglin Cookhouse and Wine Connection Bistro, while stocks last. Double spending is required for supermarket receipts (S$100).

All activities, promotions and opening dates are subject to change. Terms and conditions apply.

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