23 Kid-Friendly Christmas Events In Singapore 2024 For Festive Fun With The Family

Get into the festive spirit with these exciting festive activities and kid-friendly Christmas events in Singapore with Christmas activities, carolling, snowfall and more.

You’ve already planned your Christmas trees and decorations, bought your Christmas greeting cards and started thinking about your festive dinner celebration. What else is there left to do but have some holiday fun with the fam? We’ve got plenty of great Christmas events in Singapore that you and your kids will love, ranging from Christmas light-ups and holiday workshops to other fun Christmas activities like carolling.

There are also plenty of Christmas events in Singapore where you can see ‘snow’ in Singapore or meet Santa. Whatever you choose to do, there’s plenty to please the whole family this festive season.

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Disclaimer: These are external events not owned or managed by Sassy Mama. Always check with the organiser for changes or cancellations before heading over.

Best Kid-Friendly Christmas Events In Singapore 2024:

1. Christmas Wonderland: Light displays & carnival at GBTB

Imagine this: a Christmas event with a towering 20-metre-tall Gothic-inspired structure made of 100,000 light bulbs standing in the middle of the Supertree Grove; foam snow falling onto the crowds below accompanied by festive tunes; a Christmas market; carousel and choo-choo train rides; a Santa Claus meet-and-greet… that’s barely scraping the surface as to how massive Gardens by the Bay’s Christmas Wonderland is! Read more here.

Christmas Wonderland 2024
When: 29 November 2024 – 1 January 2025, 6.30pm – 11pm
Where: Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
How much: From $9/adult & $7/child (3 – 12 years old)

Read more: Christmas Wonderland 2024 At Gardens By The Bay

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2. Changi Festive Village: Hello Kitty & inflatable waterpark

Travelling this period? There’s no need to miss out on any Christmas events in Singapore because you can just stop by the Changi Festive Village before or after your flight! On top of a giant Hello Kitty right at the departure gate of T3 (with daily snowfall!), there’s a massive Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival with an array of Sanrio-themed rides and games. Families can also bring the kids to cool off at the Cosmic HydroPark, Changi Airport’s first-ever inflatable waterpark. Read more about this Christmas event or watch our Reel.

Changi Festive Village 2024
When: Now till 16 February 2025
Where: Terminal 3 Departure Hall (snowfall & photo ops) & Level 1 near McDonald’s (carnival & waterpark)
How much: Free–however, note that tokens must be purchased to enjoy the carnival rides and games.

Read more: Fun Things To Do At The 2024 Changi Festive Village

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3. HomeTeamNS ‘Once Upon a Wish’: Make A Wish booths

We know that all the kids have a wishlist of things they want for Christmas, and it could be anything from the latest gadget to a day out with Mum and Dad! This Christmas, HomeTeamNS is playing Santa, so your wishes may very well come true! Plus, there are Christmas events taking place at all clubhouses between 15 and 29 December, along with exclusive deals.

All you have to do is head down to any HomeTeamNS clubhouse between 2 and 31 December. Head to the Make A Wish booth to collect your Wishing Star. Then, write down your dearest wishes, include your details, and drop your Wishing Star into the Wishing Box! There’ll be friendly ambassadors on-site to help you with the process, so feel free to ask them for assistance. Come 10 January 2025, HomeTeamNS will announce which wishes will be granted! P.S. We hear you can submit unlimited wishes so get the kids to prepare their best ones!

The Make A Wish Christmas events are also a great opportunity to pick up a fabulous Christmas gift for yourself or the kids! There’ll be exclusive discounts from brands such as Philips, Samsung, LG, Sharp and more. Plus, look forward to Member-Exclusive Christmas Promos on festive treats and more. Find out more here.

HomeTeamNS-JOM Balestier
When: 15 December 2024, 3pm – 7pm
Where: HomeTeamNS-JOM Balestier, 31 Ah Hood Road Singapore 329979
How much: $12/pax (member); $18/pax (non-member)

HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok
When: 21 December 2024, 12pm – 6pm
Where: HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok, 2 Bukit Batok West Avenue 7, Singapore 659003
How much: $6/pax (member); $8/pax (non-member)

HomeTeamNS Khatib
When: 21 December 2024, 12pm – 5pm
Where: HomeTeamNS Khatib, 2 Yishun Walk, Singapore 767944
How much: Free!

HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir
When: 9 -29 December 2024, Monday – Friday 2pm – 7pm; Saturday – Sunday 10am – 6pm
Where: HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir, 900 Bedok North Road, Singapore 479994
How much: $8/pax (member); $10/pax (affiliate member); $12/pax (non-member)

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4. Christmas Playdate Party with Bubstreet x Hub & Spoke

Looking for a fun way to meet fellow parents and get your child to make new friends? Join this epic festive playdate with Bubstreet and Hub & Spoke. Kis get to take part in a 20-minute workshop of their choice, whether it’s gingerbread decorating, storytelling, music and ornament making, and a winter wonderland sensory play session. Kids can also DIY their own Christmas cards and wrapping paper, meet Santa, get glitter tattoos, customise their own Christmas stocking ($5) and take part in a candy cane hunt and lawn games. There’ll also be a soft play area for the tots, $3.50++ Christmas Tree soft serve ice cream and 1-for-1 cocktails for parents to enjoy. Read more here.

Use the coupon code SASSYMAMA to redeem 1-for-1 tickets. Reserve your spot here.

When: 15 December, 3.30pm – 5.30pm
Where: Hub & Spoke Cafe, 60 Airport Boulevard #01-T2S-02, Singapore Changi Airport, 819643
How much: $18/child (no charges for adults). Reserve your spot here.

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5. Orchard Road: Christmas Villages & light-ups

Orchard Road at this time of the year is a must-visit for its Christmas events! Not only are the streets adorned with vibrant Christmas lights, but this year’s festivities are also bigger and better! That’s right–there are TWO Christmas Villages this year, with free snowfall taking place at the Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Check out carnival games taking place at Shaw House Urban Plaza, and mark your calendars for the return of Orchard Road’s Christmas Eve Street Party on 24 December! Read more here or watch our Reel.

Great Christmas Villages & Christmas events & lights
When: Now till 1 January 2025 (Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza) & Now till 5 January 2025 (Shaw House Urban Plaza)
Where: Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza & Shaw House Urban Plaza
How much: Free!

Great Christmas Eve Street Party
When: 24 December 2024, 8pm – 12.15am
Where: Part of Orchard Road from Paterson Junction (Ion Orchard) to Bideford Junction (Ngee Ann City)
How much: Free!

Read more: ‘Christmas on a Great Street’ Orchard Road Light-Up 2024

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6. World Christmas Market: Over 10,000sqm of festivities

The first-ever edition of the World Christmas Market makes its debut at The Promontory at Marina Bay! There’s a tonne to look forward to, starting with a blanket of snowy decor, lights, photo ops and live entertainment. Christmas carollers will set the festive mode at The Singing Christmas Tree, while kids and adults alike can pen their wishes down at wishing wells and Santa meet-and-greets. We’re most excited about Saint Nicholas’ Village, where there’ll be pantomimes and music the kids will love, plus a Christmas train and Gingerbread House Bouncy Castle. The young ones can also take on cookie-decorating and popsicle-making workshops. Adults will find plenty of treats like mulled wine and eggnog at the Christmas market! More info here.

World Christmas Market
When: 5 – 25 December 2024, Friday – Sunday 4pm – 11pm; Monday – Thursday 5pm – 11pm
Where: The Promontory at Marina Bay
How much: Free!

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7. Resorts World Sentosa: Massive installations, Christmas carnival & carolling

Resorts World Sentosa is going big, quite literally, with massive installations that will surely leave the kids in awe. Titled ‘Sentosa Presents: A Big, Big World’, there are four themed zones to explore: England, France, Germany and Japan where you can look forward to a giant hot air balloon, a cuckoo clock and more! Of course, it isn’t Christmas without a carnival where you can play classic games and shop for goodies. There’ll also be Christmas carollers from a cappella groups setting the festive mood. P.S. From 12 December, there’s also daily snowfall shows at 2pm and 7pm, with additional snowfall at 12pm and 5pm on weekends, Christmas day and New Year’s Eve. More details here.

Christmas Carnival:
When: 12 December 2024 – 2 January 2025
Where: Resorts World Sentosa
How much: Free entry!

Christmas carollers: 
When: 14, 15, 21, 22, 25, 28, 29, 31 December 2024
Where: Resorts World Sentosa
How much: Free!

Sentosa Presents: A Big, Big World installations:
When: 12 December 2024 – 16 February 2025
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, Sentosa Sensoryscape, Palawan Beach
How much: Free!

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8. Marina Square: Peppa Pig, skating rink & snowfall

Peppa Pig and friends will be gracing Marina Square this Christmas! Bring the family to skate in a 1,200-square-foot Peppa Pig-themed skating rink and meet Peppa and George Pig for yourself at this Christmas event. There’s plenty happening at this Christmas event! Hang around the atrium for daily snowfall, and shop for kids’ Christmas gifts at the Christmas fair. There’s also an arts and crafts station available from now till 22 December from 12pm to 7pm!

Marina Square’s Peppa Pig ‘Snowy Fun’ Christmas event
When: 21 November 2024 – 1 January 2025, Meet & Greets at 4pm & 6pm on weekends; Snowfall at 2pm & 7pm on Mon – Thu; 2pm, 7.30pm & 8.15pm on Fri – Sun
Where: Marina Square Atrium
How much: Free! Skating is free with a min. $30 spent on the same day

Read more: Where To Go Ice Skating In Singapore: Kallang Ice World

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9. Jewel Changi Airport: Disney Cruise Line installations

We’re super excited about the arrival of the Disney Cruise Line in Singapore in 2025–and so is Jewel Changi Airport! This Christmas, catch a glimpse of what’s to come at Canopy Park which is decked out in yuletide displays and installations. You’re sure to spot your favourite Disney, Pixar and Marvel characters (hint: Big Hero 6 and Toy Story, anyone?). Snap tonnes of photos and keep a lookout for exclusive Changi Rewards redemptions. Stay for the FREE snowfall that takes place at the Jewel Rain Vortex at 7.35pm, 8.05pm and 9.05pm daily. More info here.

The Gift of Disney Cruise Line at Jewel
When: Now till 2 January 2025
Where: Canopy Park, Jewel Changi Airport
How much: From $6 (Singapore Residents) and $8 (standard rate)

Read more: Where To Eat At Jewel Changi Airport

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10. VivoCity: Hasbro carnival with snowfall

Bring the kids to see your childhood games and toys come to life at VivoCity’s Hasbro Game Carnival. Bounce around on a My Little Pony bouncy castle, shoot your way through a NERF obstacle course, play life-sized versions of Hungry Hungry Hippos, and more! Every night (except Mondays), enjoy a foam snow display at 7.30pm and 8.30pm in front of their magnificent 15-metre-tall Christmas tree. More info here. Watch our Reel for more insight!

Christmas Playtime at VivoCity
When: Now till 31 December 2024
Where: Outdoor Plaza, Level 1
How much: Carnival credits from $5; the snowfall is free!

Read more: Where To See Snowfall In Singapore This Festive Season

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11. Capitol Singapore: Voices of Singapore carolling

When it comes to setting the festive mood, nothing beats the cheer of Christmas carolling. Voices of Singapore (VOS) returns to the Capitol Singapore Singing Tree this festive season with festive melodies each weekend. There’ll also be snowfall every half hour as the carollers work their magic at this free Christmas event. In between performances, head to the Christmas Market at the Outdoor Plaza to pick up some Christmas gifts.

Capitol Singapore Singing Tree
When: 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 Dec (6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm) & 20, 21, 22 Dec (7.30pm, 8.30pm)
Where: Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza
How much: Free!

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12. Plaza Sing x Museum of Ice Cream: Pink-themed Christmas

You read that right–it’s a pink winter wonderland at the Museum of Ice Cream. Taking place at Plaza Singapura, this Christmas event will feature a pink-themed light show and pink displays. We’re most excited to check out the Igloo Sprinkle Pool and life-sized snowglobe for the most unique festive pics. Plus, the kids can take part in festive workshops! More info here.

Museum of Ice Cream Christmas events at Plaza Singapura
When: 22 November – 25 December 2024 (light shows take place every Friday to Sunday from 22 November to 15 December, and nightly from 20 to 25 December at 7:30pm, 8:30pm, and 9:30pm)
Where: Plaza Singapura
How much: $15 per person for the dessert squishy painting workshop; the Igloo sprinkle pool and light shows are free!

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13. Suntec City: POP MART pop-up & inflatable playground

POP MART has taken the world by storm, and this Christmas it’s taken over Suntec City. Not only can you score exclusive POP BEAN-themed gifts-with-purchases at this Christmas event, but there’s also lots of activities to delight the kids here. Check out the six-metre-tall PINK DIMOO Wish Deer and keep an eye out for fan faves such as LABUBU, MOLLY and SKULLPANDA. Bring the kids to the Mega Inflatable Playground (free for Suntec+ members) featuring a gingerbread-themed snow globe bouncy castle, five-metre-tall inflatable slides, a massive obstacle course and a colourful inflatable ball pit. More info here.

Suntec City Christmas Village
When: 20 November – 25 December 2024
Where: Suntec City Atrium
How much: Free!

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14. UOL Malls: Doraemon pop-ups

Head over to KINEX, United Square and Velocity@Novena Square to celebrate the festive season with Doraemon and friends. Over at KINEX, there’s a meet and greet and live show the kids will love! There are also Snow Play Zones at KINEX and United Square. Head to Vlocity@Novena Square for family-friendly workshops and Doraemon displays, plus pick up some exclusive Doraemon merch.

Doraemon Pocket of Wishes Christmas events
When: Now till 29 December 2024
Where: KINEX, United Square & Velocity@Novena Square
How much: Free!

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15. Jurong Point & AMK Hub: Gingerbread Man parade street party

Can you really say it’s Christmas season without mentioning heart-warming gingerbread goodies? Well, Gingerbread Man and friends are the main characters at Jurong Point and AMK Hub this year, and there’s a slew of Christmas events in Singapore to look forward to! Bring the kids for a Mascot Parade Street Party and meet-and-greets with the Gingerbread Man and Reindeer mascots for an unforgettable celebration. There’ll also be enchanted forest-themed decor and archways. More info here.

Jurong Point Christmas events
When: Mascot Parade Street Party: 23 Nov, 8, 14, 15, 21 & 22 Dec 2024 (select timings); Meet-and-Greets: 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 Nov, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 Dec 2024 (select timings)
Where: Jurong Point
How much: Free!

AMK Hub Christmas events
When: Mascot Parade Street Party: 14, 15, 21 & 22 Dec 2024 (select timings); Meet-and-Greets: 16, 17, 23, 24, 30 Nov, 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 Dec 2024 (select timings)
Where: AMK Hub
How much: Free!

Read more: Free Mall Shows & Meet & Greets For Kids This Christmas

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16. Make-A-Wish Singapore: Santa Race for Wishes 2024

Make-a-Wish Foundation’s annual Santa Race for Wishes 2024 is back! There’s lots to do at this year’s Christmas event. Bring the kids down for their Eco Puzzle Hunt at Gardens by the Bay on 8 December. For the rest of the month, take part in the virtual race where you can run, walk or cycle from anywhere–all for a good cause! Funds from this Christmas event will go to support children with critical illnesses.

Eco Puzzle Hunt
When: 8 December 2024
Where: Gardens by the Bay
How much: $50/individual; $100/family of 2 adults & 2 kids

Santa Race for Wishes 2024 virtual race
When: 8 – 31 December 2024
Where: Anywhere!
How much: Free!

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17. USS: Wicked-themed & a mechanical world

Christmas events at Universal Studios Singapore in Sentosa are always extravagant. This year, Wicked takes centre stage at the New York zone at USS–a delight if you can’t wait for the live theatre show and new film to drop in Singapore. There’s also the new DreamWorks Animation Holiday Spectacular projection-mapping show, plus the steampunk-themed Santa’s Magical Mechanical World. More info here.

A Universal Christmas
When: 29 November 2024 – 1 January 2025
Where: Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa
How much: From $65

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18. Marina Bay Sands: Chanel snowy forest

You can expect nothing less than a luxurious festive experience at MBS, with the shopping gallery drizzled in gold decor. At this Christmas event, experience a snowy forest at The Magical House of CHANEL which has exclusive fragrances, makeup and skincare you can get as Christmas gifts. Entry is free and walk-ins are possible, but register early to avoid disappointment!

The Magical House of CHANEL at MBS
When: Now till 25 December 2024, 10.30am – 10pm (Sunday – Thursday); 10.30am – 10.30pm (Friday – Saturday, eve of PH & PH)
Where: Event Plaza at Marina Bay Sands
How much: Free!

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19. i12 Katong: Sonic the Hedgehog Christmas event

i12 Katong’s Christmas event has a special visitor from our childhood: Sonic the Hedgehog! Not only are there meet-and-greet sessions with the titular character himself, but there’s also a Sonic Obstacle Course so the kids can experience what it’s like to be in a Sonic game! As with every Christmas event in Singapore, there’s exclusive merch to grab while you’re there plus lots of photo ops and games. More info here.

Sonic Obstacle Challenge Course
When: 7 – 22 December 2024, 11.30am – 8.30pm
Where: i12 Katong
How much: Free!

Sonic photo spots, games & merch
When: 22 November – 31 December 2024
Where: i12 Katong
How much: Free

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20. Cineleisure: Travel-themed bouncy castle

There’s just no going wrong with a bouncy castle at a Christmas event, especially one that’s travel-themed with a giant Santa and giant gifts. Bring your energetic kiddos over to Tiger’s Merry Travels at Cineleisure, featuring Kiztopia’s Tiger mascot. You can also get exclusive American Tourister x Kistopia luggage at the pop-up!

Tiger’s Merry Travels bouncy castle
When: Now till 29 December 2024
Where: Basement 1, Cineleisure
How much: Free with a min. Spend of $20 at any Cineleisure retailer. $15 for 1 child and 1 adult (30-minute play time)

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21. Salvation Army: Christmas Kettling Events

This Christmas, take part in wholesome activities by joining donors and volunteers for Salvation Army’s Christmas Kettling Event that takes place all around Singapore. Contribute to a good cause this festive season and spread festive cheer around the island! Register as a volunteer here.

Christmas Kettling with the Salvation Army
When: 23 November – 21 December 2024
Where: Various locations including Suntec City, VivoCity, Suntec City and more.
How much: Free!

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22. One Holland Village: LINE FRIENDS Christmas events

One Holland Village’s Christmas event has star power this year. South Korean R&B artiste DEAN will be making an appearance at the light-up event. Watch the 10-metre-tall minini-themed Christmas tree come to life with lights and meet LINE characters Brown and Cony while you’re there (a min. spend of $50 in a single receipt applies). There’s also going to be a Christmas market and Christmas Village with photo spots.

LINE FRIENDS is also taking over other Far East Malls! Look out for a minini Christmas Cottage display at Orchard Central which has a cute plushie wall. There are also roving ball pits and Brown and Cony meet and greets on selected weekends at West Coast Plaza, Junction 10 and Clarke Quay Central (min. spends of $20 apply). More info here.

One Holland Village minini ball pit
When: 22 – 24 November, 12pm – 9pm
Where: One Holland Village
How much: Free with min. $20 spend in a same-day receipt from participating Far East Malls.

One Holland Village Christmas light-up event & 1st Anniversary
When: 29 November 2024, 6pm – 9pm
Where: One Holland Village
How much: Free!

Read more: Best Festive Fairs & Christmas Markets In Singapore 2024

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23. Festive fairs: Christmas events for festive shopping

We love browsing Christmas markets in Singapore to get stocking fillers and gifts plus some of them have festive goodies like gingerbread men and other treats! Stay tuned for updates on 2024 Christmas markets!

Keep an eye on all the Christmas fairs here.

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