Here are 14 events happening this December that you won’t want to miss.<\/p>\n
Christmas Wonderland At Gardens By The Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/item_1.thumbnail.carousel-img.740.416.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nNever mind the tropics \u2013 Christmas is still the most magical time of the year on our tropical, sunny island. <\/span><\/p>\nWith the annual Christmas Wonderland happening from late November all through December, it sets the tone for the upcoming holiday season.<\/p>\n
Feast your eyes on over 40 magical sculptures including Asia\u2019s tallest luminarie Christmas tree and a 21-meter-tall Spalliera that will have Santa coming to town.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThere is no better way to enjoy Christmas than listening to carols under the stars, witnessing the only ‘snowfall’ in the tropics, shooting your shot at the carnival games, and visiting the charming stalls \u00e0 la European Christmas markets for everything from hand-crafted gifts to festive grub.<\/span><\/p>\n29 November to 26 December 2019<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Gardens By The Bay<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nExperience Christmas At Universal Studio Singapore<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/P1040722.jpg\")
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Meet Santa along with USS faves like Sesame Street characters, friends from Madagascar and the Minions at The Great Christmas Invention.<\/span><\/p>\nWith dazzling fireworks, a spectacular light display and a Christmas show with 3D projections to top it all off, celebrate the season by gathering friends and family for a fun and adventurous time at Universal Studios.<\/span><\/p>\nNow till 1 January 2019
\n<\/span><\/i>Universal Studio Singapore
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nCulture Cartel<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/OFFICIAL-KEY-VISUAL.jpg\")
The F1 Pit Building will once again play host to a rambunctious celebration of hip-hop music, streetwear, street art and even toys, as Culture Cartel returns, following its inaugural edition last year.<\/span><\/p>\nLook forward to interesting discussions, interactive exhibitions, engaging workshops, and other cool activities. Plus, you get to meet New York\u2019s street art heroes Crash and Stash in the flesh. <\/span><\/p>\nToy collectors can also meet renowned toy designers Coarse and Luke Chueh from Los Angeles, who are part of this year\u2019s line-up, with Chueh even conducting masterclasses to share the secrets of his craft.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nFLABSLAB, whose toys and flight tags we’re all familiar with, will be down at the event too. Check out his interview with us here.<\/a><\/p>\n6 to 8 December
\n<\/span><\/i>F1 Pit Building, Marina Bay<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHmlet Cantonment\u2019s Block Party<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_81833077_297235210189_1_original.jpeg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nCommunity and heritage are about to be brought together at Hmlet Cantonment\u2019s block party. <\/span><\/p>\nBuilt in 1954, the building has seen commercial offices, a primary school, and will soon be home to a large co-living space in partnership with Sunshine Nation.<\/span><\/p>\n Great food and drinks will be available, so come thirsty and hungry for food.<\/span><\/p>\n7 December<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Hmlet Cantonment<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSingapore Comic Con 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/jpg-1024x569.jpeg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nThe Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention is back for its 12th run this year, this time, with a laudable renaming of the event to Singapore Comic Con.<\/span><\/p>\nGeek out with fellow gamers and toy collectors at this mega pop culture event. Featuring an extensive collection of limited-edition collectables and a line-up of stellar artists such as the three-time New York best-selling artist, Mark Simpson, and pop surrealist, Tara Macpherson.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n7 to 8 December
\n<\/span><\/i>Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre
\n<\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nFashion Artisan Week<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Banner-1024x768.jpeg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nAttention ladies, <\/span>Alliance Fran\u00e7aise de Singapour will be hosting a slew of events as part of Fashion Artisan Week. <\/span><\/p>\nStarting off the festivities, there will be a documentary screening about the French designer Yves Saint Laurent. Followed by an exciting fashion show featuring local designers alongside sartorial workshops.<\/span><\/p>\n3 to 8 December<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Alliance Fran\u00e7aise de Singapour
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nIsland Lights 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/sdc_website_herotemplate_adapted2-1024x576.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nIf you found last year\u2019s edition of Island Lights a marvel to behold, you\u2019ll want to make a trip down to Sentosa again this year-end. For this edition, the festival is leaving the sandy shores of Palawan Beach behind, and heading towards the Eastern end of the island.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nThe first weekend will see things kick off with the ONE\u00b015 Christmas Boat Light Parade. Watch as the yachts display their static light displays or catch the parade of boats sailing together during sundown.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nNow till 31st December
\n<\/span><\/i>Sentosa Cove Village
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSingapore Biennale 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Yanyun-Chen-1024x682.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nOrganised by the Singapore Art Museum, the theme of this year’s festival, “Every Step in the Right Direction” is set to present artworks that advocate social responsibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nDuring the opening weekend, the public can look forward to unique artist performances like Taiwanese creator Chang En-Man\u2019s special production at the Telok Ayer Arts Club, or take guided tours with curators and creatives, not unlike the Nature Walk, which will be conducted by Singaporean visual artist Robert Zhao Renhui at arts precinct Gillman Barracks.<\/span><\/p>\nNow till 22 March<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Various museums and locations<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nChua Soo Bin: Truths & Legends<\/strong><\/h2>\nLook at the world through the lens of the remarkable photographer and Cultural Medallion award recipient, Chua Soo Bin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/ST_20170822_OHLIGHT22D1NP_3363418-1024x683.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nFeaturing about 100 photographic works and archival materials, the exhibition highlights the camera master’s ability to capture definitive portraits and sensitive images, as well as Chua Soo Bin’s position in the rise of photography in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n6 December 2019 to 28 June 2020
\n<\/span><\/i>National Gallery Singapore
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nUncle Ringo Presents: The Great Circus Of Europe<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/PRINCE-AMIRI-500x350.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nThe Great Circus of Europe will be arriving on our sunny shores for the first time. <\/span><\/p>\nTaking up the Bayfront Event Space, expect out-of-the-world acts in a 90-minute performance with dancers trapezing through the air, contortionists twisting their bodies into astonishing poses and people riding a motorbike on a fine line. The fun does not end there \u2013 look out for the carnival games and rides by the popular carnival, Uncle Ringo.<\/span><\/p>\n20 to 30 December and 1st January
\n<\/span><\/i>Bayfront Avenue<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nMonster Jam<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/1_Event-Details-Page-770x425px.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nGet ready for some nail-biting action as thrilling live motorsport event,, Monster Jam, zooms back to our shores. <\/span><\/p>\nF<\/span>eaturing Monster Jam superstars like the legendary Grave Digger, Max-D, the raging bull El Toro Loco, and Megalodon, you’re in for an unexpected and unforgettable evening as these world-class drivers put up jaw-dropping performances which include gravity-defying backflips and vertical two-wheel skills in their 12,000-pound monster trucks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n7 December<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>National Stadium<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nOn Paper: Singapore Before 1867<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/On-Paper_gallery_6-1024x576.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nDiscover Singapore\u2019s early history at this exhibition which features over 150 paper-based artefacts that tell the story of Singapore\u2019s early history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nCarefully preserved pieces like the 17th-century Portuguese navigational chart that points to the existence of a Shahbandar in Singapore and a key document that established the Straits Settlements as a Crown Colony of Great Britain in 1867 can all be found at the National Library Building.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nNow till 22 March<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>National Library Building
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nCoastal Christmas 2019: A Festive Spread With Bottomless Tipples<\/strong><\/h2>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/server1.webstudio.com.sg\/~staging\/ypsg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/cognito_duts.jpg\")
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\nBeach bums can celebrate this Yuletide season without leaving their familiar grounds \u2013 just head to Tanjong Club for a top-notch brunch spread. <\/span><\/p>\nFeaturing a seafood bar with the freshest catch up for grabs, including oysters, sashimi, prawns and Boston lobsters. A live carving station will be slicing up tasty meats such as turkey with chestnut bread stuffing, maple honey glazed ham and slow-roasted beef prime ribs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nEnd your diet-busting brunch affair on a sweet note at the dessert table, where you\u2019ll find everything from Christmas tree brownies to cream cheese log cakes and more!<\/span><\/p>\n25 December
\n<\/span><\/i>Tanjong Beach Club
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSanta Run For Wishes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Never mind the tropics \u2013 Christmas is still the most magical time of the year on our tropical, sunny island. <\/span><\/p>\n With the annual Christmas Wonderland happening from late November all through December, it sets the tone for the upcoming holiday season.<\/p>\n Feast your eyes on over 40 magical sculptures including Asia\u2019s tallest luminarie Christmas tree and a 21-meter-tall Spalliera that will have Santa coming to town.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n There is no better way to enjoy Christmas than listening to carols under the stars, witnessing the only ‘snowfall’ in the tropics, shooting your shot at the carnival games, and visiting the charming stalls \u00e0 la European Christmas markets for everything from hand-crafted gifts to festive grub.<\/span><\/p>\n 29 November to 26 December 2019<\/span><\/i> Meet Santa along with USS faves like Sesame Street characters, friends from Madagascar and the Minions at The Great Christmas Invention.<\/span><\/p>\n With dazzling fireworks, a spectacular light display and a Christmas show with 3D projections to top it all off, celebrate the season by gathering friends and family for a fun and adventurous time at Universal Studios.<\/span><\/p>\n Now till 1 January 2019 Look forward to interesting discussions, interactive exhibitions, engaging workshops, and other cool activities. Plus, you get to meet New York\u2019s street art heroes Crash and Stash in the flesh. <\/span><\/p>\n Toy collectors can also meet renowned toy designers Coarse and Luke Chueh from Los Angeles, who are part of this year\u2019s line-up, with Chueh even conducting masterclasses to share the secrets of his craft.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n FLABSLAB, whose toys and flight tags we’re all familiar with, will be down at the event too. Check out his interview with us here.<\/a><\/p>\n 6 to 8 December Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Community and heritage are about to be brought together at Hmlet Cantonment\u2019s block party. <\/span><\/p>\n Built in 1954, the building has seen commercial offices, a primary school, and will soon be home to a large co-living space in partnership with Sunshine Nation.<\/span><\/p>\n Great food and drinks will be available, so come thirsty and hungry for food.<\/span><\/p>\n 7 December<\/span><\/i> Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n The Singapore Toy, Games & Comic Convention is back for its 12th run this year, this time, with a laudable renaming of the event to Singapore Comic Con.<\/span><\/p>\n Geek out with fellow gamers and toy collectors at this mega pop culture event. Featuring an extensive collection of limited-edition collectables and a line-up of stellar artists such as the three-time New York best-selling artist, Mark Simpson, and pop surrealist, Tara Macpherson.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 7 to 8 December Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Attention ladies, <\/span>Alliance Fran\u00e7aise de Singapour will be hosting a slew of events as part of Fashion Artisan Week. <\/span><\/p>\n Starting off the festivities, there will be a documentary screening about the French designer Yves Saint Laurent. Followed by an exciting fashion show featuring local designers alongside sartorial workshops.<\/span><\/p>\n 3 to 8 December<\/span><\/i> Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n If you found last year\u2019s edition of Island Lights a marvel to behold, you\u2019ll want to make a trip down to Sentosa again this year-end. For this edition, the festival is leaving the sandy shores of Palawan Beach behind, and heading towards the Eastern end of the island.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n The first weekend will see things kick off with the ONE\u00b015 Christmas Boat Light Parade. Watch as the yachts display their static light displays or catch the parade of boats sailing together during sundown.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Now till 31st December Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Organised by the Singapore Art Museum, the theme of this year’s festival, “Every Step in the Right Direction” is set to present artworks that advocate social responsibility.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n During the opening weekend, the public can look forward to unique artist performances like Taiwanese creator Chang En-Man\u2019s special production at the Telok Ayer Arts Club, or take guided tours with curators and creatives, not unlike the Nature Walk, which will be conducted by Singaporean visual artist Robert Zhao Renhui at arts precinct Gillman Barracks.<\/span><\/p>\n Now till 22 March<\/span><\/i> Look at the world through the lens of the remarkable photographer and Cultural Medallion award recipient, Chua Soo Bin.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Featuring about 100 photographic works and archival materials, the exhibition highlights the camera master’s ability to capture definitive portraits and sensitive images, as well as Chua Soo Bin’s position in the rise of photography in Singapore.<\/span><\/p>\n 6 December 2019 to 28 June 2020 Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n The Great Circus of Europe will be arriving on our sunny shores for the first time. <\/span><\/p>\n Taking up the Bayfront Event Space, expect out-of-the-world acts in a 90-minute performance with dancers trapezing through the air, contortionists twisting their bodies into astonishing poses and people riding a motorbike on a fine line. The fun does not end there \u2013 look out for the carnival games and rides by the popular carnival, Uncle Ringo.<\/span><\/p>\n 20 to 30 December and 1st January Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Get ready for some nail-biting action as thrilling live motorsport event,, Monster Jam, zooms back to our shores. <\/span><\/p>\n F<\/span>eaturing Monster Jam superstars like the legendary Grave Digger, Max-D, the raging bull El Toro Loco, and Megalodon, you’re in for an unexpected and unforgettable evening as these world-class drivers put up jaw-dropping performances which include gravity-defying backflips and vertical two-wheel skills in their 12,000-pound monster trucks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 7 December<\/span><\/i> Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Discover Singapore\u2019s early history at this exhibition which features over 150 paper-based artefacts that tell the story of Singapore\u2019s early history.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Carefully preserved pieces like the 17th-century Portuguese navigational chart that points to the existence of a Shahbandar in Singapore and a key document that established the Straits Settlements as a Crown Colony of Great Britain in 1867 can all be found at the National Library Building.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Now till 22 March<\/span><\/i> Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n Beach bums can celebrate this Yuletide season without leaving their familiar grounds \u2013 just head to Tanjong Club for a top-notch brunch spread. <\/span><\/p>\n Featuring a seafood bar with the freshest catch up for grabs, including oysters, sashimi, prawns and Boston lobsters. A live carving station will be slicing up tasty meats such as turkey with chestnut bread stuffing, maple honey glazed ham and slow-roasted beef prime ribs.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n End your diet-busting brunch affair on a sweet note at the dessert table, where you\u2019ll find everything from Christmas tree brownies to cream cheese log cakes and more!<\/span><\/p>\n 25 December
\n<\/span><\/i>Gardens By The Bay<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nExperience Christmas At Universal Studio Singapore<\/strong><\/h2>\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.visitsingapore.com\/festivals-events-singapore\/annual-highlights\/christmas-wonderland\/_jcr_content\/par-carousel\/carousel_detailpage\/carousel\/item_1.thumbnail.carousel-img.740.416.jpg\")
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\n<\/span><\/i>Universal Studio Singapore
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nCulture Cartel<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The F1 Pit Building will once again play host to a rambunctious celebration of hip-hop music, streetwear, street art and even toys, as Culture Cartel returns, following its inaugural edition last year.<\/span><\/p>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>F1 Pit Building, Marina Bay<\/span><\/i><\/p>\nHmlet Cantonment\u2019s Block Party<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Hmlet Cantonment<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSingapore Comic Con 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre
\n<\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nFashion Artisan Week<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Alliance Fran\u00e7aise de Singapour
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nIsland Lights 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Sentosa Cove Village
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSingapore Biennale 2019<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Various museums and locations<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nChua Soo Bin: Truths & Legends<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>National Gallery Singapore
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nUncle Ringo Presents: The Great Circus Of Europe<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Bayfront Avenue<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nMonster Jam<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>National Stadium<\/span><\/i>
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nOn Paper: Singapore Before 1867<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>National Library Building
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nCoastal Christmas 2019: A Festive Spread With Bottomless Tipples<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n<\/span><\/i>Tanjong Beach Club
\n<\/span><\/i>Website<\/span><\/i><\/a><\/p>\nSanta Run For Wishes<\/strong><\/h2>\n
![Source<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n‘Tis the season to give back! <\/span>Do good and burn some calories this Christmas with the annual Santa Run for Wishes. <\/span><\/p>\nChoose between the 2.5km or 5km Fun Run, or 10km Competitive Run and spread a little Christmas cheer with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a community that helps children with medical conditions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\nNot in the mood to sweat it out? Join the festive fun at the Christmas Carnival and stand a chance to win prizes at game booths or catch Santa Claus for a photo.<\/span><\/p>\n](\"https:\/\/santarunforwishes.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/48051479_2549594825065755_6348297164858327040_o_2549594815065756-1024x683.jpg\"){kind=link}