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Looking for a vibrant Lunar New Year celebration in 2024? Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of tradition, fireworks, and festivities with Lunar New Year events and activities in Singapore in 2024.
Lunar New Year, also known as Lunar New Year, is a widely celebrated holiday that brings together people from all over the world. The first day of Chinese New Year this year is his Saturday, February 10th.
This year is also the year of the Chinese zodiac dragon, and Singapore is expected to host a number of Lunar New Year events featuring the Chinese dragon.
Expect a rich tapestry of events and customs that demonstrate the vibrant spirit of Chinese culture. From mesmerizing parades and mesmerizing performances to majestic dragon and lion dances, this celebration is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
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2024 Lunar New Year Events & Activities in Singapore
Here are some Lunar New Year 2024 events in Singapore that you should know about.
2024 Chinese New Year Street Lights and Celebrations in Chinatown
Chinatown during Chinese New Year is visually pleasing. The historic center is decorated with bright, festive decorations. Hanging lanterns create a gorgeous atmosphere and add to the festive atmosphere.
This year’s 2024 Chinatown Lunar New Year Street Lighting will be held from 7pm to 12am on January 19th. It will be lit until 6 a.m. on the first day of Lunar New Year.
Look for lanterns along New Bridge Road, Yew Tong Seng Street, South Bridge Road and Upper Cross Street.
The official street lighting and opening ceremony will be held on January 19th at Crete Ayer Square.
Other festive events held during Chinese New Year in Chinatown include:
- Festival fairs at Sago Street, Smith Street, Temple Street, Terengganu Street and Pagoda Street (from January 19th to February 9th)
- People’s Park Festival Fair held in the square in front of the People’s Park complex (January 11th to February 9th)
- Weekend stage show at Crete Ayer Square (January 27 and 28, February 3-4, 6pm-9pm)
- Lion Dance Competition at Crete Air Peoples Theater (January 27-28, 6pm)
Dahlia Dreams 2024: Legend of the Dragon Gate
In 2024, Gardens by the Bay’s annual Lunar New Year flower display will feature a dragon nearly 7 meters tall and over 15 meters long. Arranged among thousands of dahlias of various shapes, sizes and colors, the dragon has scales adorned with hand-arranged cut and preserved flowers in striking yellow and red colors .
In addition to this, it comes with a set of four colorful dragon lanterns, each symbolizing the elements of metal, water, fire and earth. The flower display at Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome also includes a scene that interprets the Chinese proverb “鱼跃龙门,” which means “a carp leaps over the dragon gate,” a symbol of courage and the pursuit of greatness. It becomes a metaphor.
Dahlia Dreams 2024 at Flower Dome will be held from January 19th to February 25th, 2024. Regular admission fees to the Flower Dome apply.
Learn more about Dahlia Dreams 2024 here.
garden rhapsody spring flowers
From February 8th to 17th, enjoy a 5-minute light and sound show titled “Spring Warm Flower Expansion” specially designed for the Lunar New Year. If you’re looking for free Chinese New Year activities in Singapore, head to Supertree Grove to enjoy this special visual and auditory treat.
Garden Rhapsody is held daily at 7:45pm and 8:45pm.
River Rainbow Fort 2024
Look forward to dazzling lantern sets, festive programs, carnival activities and more at River Hongbao, the annual popular Lunar New Year event. The Year of the Dragon is sure to bring some great photo opportunities at this popular event, one of Singapore’s biggest Lunar New Year festive events.
We will be announcing more details soon, so please stay tuned.
Istana Lunar New Year Open House
The Lunar New Year Istana Open House is one of several times a year that the public can visit the grounds of Singapore’s Presidential Palace.
The public is usually able to visit the Istana’s lush grounds from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tours of the Istana buildings and Istana grounds will also be organized. You can also enjoy activities and performances.
Stay tuned for more information on the 2024 Lunar New Year Open House.
Spring Wanqing Festival
Celebrate the Year of the Dragon with the Spring Wanqing Festival at the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall. Please look forward to the lineup of programs and activities that can be enjoyed by a wide range of age groups and will brighten up the spring festival.
Please stay tuned for further information.
Huayi – China Art Festival 2024
Huayi – Chinese Art Festival 2024, organized by Esplanade from February 16th to 25th, 2024, will be held to coincide with the Lunar New Year.clock Female Warrior: Mu Guiying and cheeky princess (starring Hong Kong veteran actress and actor Riza Wang and Lo Kar-ying) or The Esplanade Committee Everything is for you.Children can enjoy interactive creations A useless dog, It’s a heartwarming piece about how we’re all unique and ‘useful’ in our own ways.
Free programs will also be held around the Esplanade as part of the Huayi Chinese Arts Festival.
Find out more about Huayi – China Arts Festival.
Chingay Parade Singapore 2024: Blossom
During the 2024 Chingay Parade, spectators will perform busking to the enchanting theme of ‘Blossom’. This theme signifies growth, transformation and prosperity for both individuals and communities, and Chingay’s desire for like-minded people and partners to come together and blossom into his one community.
Throughout six mesmerizing acts, enjoy a spectacle of brightly colored costumes and special effects, with flowers as exquisite motifs taking center stage. Other highlights include the longest street parade in Singapore’s history and the Passion Arts Street installation.
Chingay Parade Singapore 2024 will be held at the F1 Pit Building on February 23 and 24. This is a ticketed event. Learn more about the 2024 Chingay He Parade Singapore.
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