Chinese Lunar New Year Singapore
Fireworks over metropolitan area at night festival.

The air is filled with excitement and joy as the Chinese in Singapore are busily preparing for the coming of the Chinese Lunar New Year. Also known as the Spring Festival or the Chinese New Year, this annual celebration holds great significance in the Chinese culture. It is a time when family member come together and bond over conversation and traditional food. 

Happy family enjoying meal together at table.

Each year is symbolised by one of the twelve animals that make up the Chinese zodiac.

Mid Autumn Festival lantern decorations in Singapore

There are 2 public holidays for Chinese New Year in Singapore. Go visit your Chinese friends and have a great reunion!

The events below are held every year. We are sharing the 2024 events as a taster of what are held there every year:

1. Dahlia Dreams 2024

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Enjoy the full bloom in Gardens by the Bay’s. This year’s Chinese New Year floral display showcases a 7-metre tall dragon that stretches over 15 metres. It was made up of thousand of dahlias in different shapes, sizes and colors, fresh and preserved. Further enhancing the dragon theme is a towering dragon sculpture made out of hardwood and recycled steel, a creation of British-born sculptor James Doran-Webb. This masterful artwork is the newest addition to his zodiac character series in Flower Dome.

Four colourful dragon lanterns add to this joyous event, each symbolising the four elements namely metal, water, fire and earth. The display also features a scene that translates into “carps leap over the dragon gate”, a metaphor for courage and the pursuit of greatness.

When: 9am to 9pm, 19 January to 25 February 2024
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
How to get there: 20 mins’ walk from our Residence https://maps.app.goo.gl/U4VcYiJdDNE2Dbut6
Admission:  Singaporeans SGD 12 (adult), SGD 8 (children and seniors); Non-residents SGD 32 (adult), $18 (children)
For more information, please visit https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/things-to-do/calendar-of-events/dahlia-dreams-2024.html

2. River Hongbao 2024

Chinese New Year bazaar with festive stalls in Singapore

The River Hongbao is a highly-anticipated event which is an exciting blend of Chinese history and culture.

The famous Gardens by the Bay will host an amazing 140-meter-long dragon lantern display to celebrate the Year of the Dragon which is a representation of strength, power, and good fortune. Thirty eight-meter-long firecrackers will be on show during the occasion, adding even more grandeur and excitement to the Chinese New Year festival.

The River Hongbao event, which is well-known for its majesty and energy, is welcoming everyone to join in the fun by providing free entrance.

When: 6:30pm to 10:30pm on 8 February 2024, 6:30pm to 12:15am on 9 February 2024, 2:30pm to 10:30pm on 10-17 February 2024
Where: Gardens by the Bay
How to get there: 20 mins’ walk from our Residence https://maps.app.goo.gl/U4VcYiJdDNE2Dbut6
Admission: Free
For more information, please visit https://riverhongbao.sg/event-info/

3. Chingay Parade Singapore 2024: Blossom

Two people in traditional dance costumes smiling.

People enjoying Singapore parade at night with fireworks.

Blossom is the theme for this year Chingay, a colourful costume and masquerade parade.  The Chingay Parade 2024 aims to bring like-minded individuals together to bond and build a sense of community.

The flowers scattered during the parade signifies unity, togetherness and an appreciation for talents. The Chingay showcases an array of costumes and special effects. Flowers will be taking centre stage as the vibrant and versatile motif.

A 230-meter interactive floor projection will be available for visitors to fully immerse themselves in the sights, sounds, and visuals of the beautiful Chingay Garden. Visit PAssionArts Street to witness art in its purest form and find an ideal location for taking pictures. 
Art installations made of recycled materials by students in primary and secondary schools nwill be displayed. Do not miss any of these at the Chingay Parade!

When: 8pm, 23-24 February 2024
Where: F1 Pit Building
How to get there: 8 mins’ drive from our Residence https://maps.app.goo.gl/U4VcYiJdDNE2Dbut6
Admission: 23 February 2024 ticket ranges from SGD 20-50 on 23 February 2024 and SGD 20-60 on 24 February 2024 excluding booking fee and depending on the seat location. PAssion Card Members get to enjoy a 20% discount.
For more information, please visit https://www.chingay.gov.sg/tickets/

4. Chinatown’s Chinese New Year Celebration 2024

Chinatown decorated for Mid Autumn Festival in Singapore

Chinatown street scene during Chinese New Year celebrations

Our Chinatown Chinese New Year 2024 features vibrant performances and activities with the theme of: Soaring Into The Auspicious Dragon Year”.

Experience the Chinese culture and history through fairs, street light up ceremony, lion dance competition, stage performances, lantern adoptions and countdown celebration.

Chinese Lunar New Year reminds us of the importance of family and community. It’s a time when Chinese gather to share laughter, create lasting memories and strengthen bonds that transcend time and mark new beginnings. 

Aurealis Serviced Residence wishes all Chinese and their families a prosperous Lunar New Year filled with joy and abundance!

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