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Articles on Singapore holidays, calendar traditions, and local customs.
Thaipusam in Singapore: The Kavadi Procession from Perumal to Thendayuthapani
Every year thousands walk 4km carrying kavadis through Singapore's streets. Here's what Thaipusam looks like and why it matters to the Tamil Hindu community.
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Vesak Day in Singapore: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple and Kong Meng San
Vesak Day 2026 falls on Sunday 31 May, with Monday 1 June as the in-lieu holiday. Here's how Singapore's Buddhist community observes it and which temples to visit.
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Year of the Horse 2026: What It Means for Chinese Singaporeans
The Year of the Horse gallops in on 17 February 2026. Here's what Singapore's Chinese community traditionally does to welcome it and what the zodiac actually signifies.
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