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Christmas in Singapore: The Orchard Road Light-Up and the Year-End Long Weekend
Christmas Day 2026 falls on Friday 25 December, making a natural long weekend. Here's the Orchard Road light-up, local traditions, and how Singapore marks the day.
Hari Raya Haji in Singapore: Meaning, Rituals, and the 2026 Date
Hari Raya Haji 2026 falls on Wednesday 27 May. Here's what the festival of sacrifice means to Singapore's Malay-Muslim community and how it's observed locally.
Mid-Autumn Festival in Singapore: Chinatown Lanterns vs Gardens by the Bay
Where to soak up Mid-Autumn Festival in Singapore, from Chinatown's lantern-lit shophouses to the giant displays at Gardens by the Bay, plus mooncakes and traditions.
Chinese New Year in Singapore: How Different Dialect Groups Celebrate
Hokkien, Teochew, Cantonese, Hainanese, Hakka, and Peranakan families each bring distinct Chinese New Year traditions to Singapore. Here's what sets them apart.
Deepavali in Singapore: Little India's Light-Up and Traditions
Little India transforms every Deepavali with street-long arches of lights and packed bazaars. Here's what the festival looks like in Singapore and how to experience it.
Hari Raya Bazaar Guide: Geylang Serai vs Kampong Glam
Singapore's two biggest Hari Raya bazaars each have their own personality. Here's what to expect at Geylang Serai and Kampong Glam during the Ramadan lead-up.
Singapore's National Day 2026: What to Know About NDP and the Long Weekend
National Day 2026 falls on Sunday 9 August, with Monday 10 August as the in-lieu holiday. Here's what's planned for NDP and how to catch the best views in Singapore.
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.
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.