Local Guide

A dynamic city-state rich in colour and contrast, the word that best captures Singapore is "unique". Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Singapore is brimming with energy and bursting with exciting events like the F1 Singapore Grand Prix night race, offering countless singular, memorable experiences.Boasting a traditional and harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture, Singapore continues to embrace tradition and modernity today. The friendly and welcoming people and state-of-the-art infrastructure will make your stay truly memorable. Visit Singapore attractions like Orchard Road, Chinatown, Little India, Sentosa, Botanical Gardens, Singapore Zoo, Night Safari and Singapore Flyer for an unforgettable experience.

Local Events

Chinese New Year Celebrations in Chinatown

19 Jan

Alongside the cultural shops and local food stalls in the bustling Chinatown, be mesmerised by the colourful fairy lanterns and snake design street light-up as the Chinese usher in the prosperous Lunar New Year of Snake. 19 Jan - 11 Mar

River Hongbao 2013

8 Feb

The River Hongbao is the biggest annual Chinese New Year Carnival in its 27th consecutive year. Visit The Float @ Marina Bay to enjoy beautiful lanterns, intricate handicrafts, carnival games, local and foreign delicacies as well as multi-cultural performance from local and overseas talents. 8 - 16 Feb

Sentosa Flowers – Joy of Spring

9 Feb

Sentosa Flowers is the most notable flower exhibition during the Chinese New Year. It showcases a plethora of tropical and spring flowers in a nature setting, signifying an auspicious beginning to the year. 9 - 17 Feb

Huayi Chinese Festival of Arts

15 Feb

Huayi, one of the most well-embraced arts festivals in Singapore at the Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, stages the traditional and contemporary works of outstanding Chinese artists of all genres. The 10-day festival has ticketed and non-ticketed programmes across various art forms. 15 - 24 Feb

Chingay Parade

22 Feb

Chingay (in the Hokkien dialect), meaning “the art of masquerade”, is the most splendid street and floats parade in Asia featuring cultural and modern performers in astounding costumes and  resplendent floats in upbeat music. 22 - 23 Feb

Timbre Rock & Roots 2013

21 Mar

2-day evening festival featuring world-class musicians, Grammy Awards winners and nominees who some of the acts will be performing in Singapore for the first time. Tickets are available for sale from SISTIC. 21 - 23 Mar

World Gourmet Summit

16 Apr

An annual gastronomic extravaganza where gourmets are tempted by an array of delectable discoveries and revel in the presence of world-renowned Michelin-starred and celebrity chefs creating gastronomic delights to indulge in – one of life’s greatest pleasures. 16 - 26 Apr 2013

Great Singapore Sale

31 May

Fabulous shopping, dining and entertainment deals are available everywhere during the 8 weeks of Great Singapore Sale. Enjoy exclusive privileges, great values, rewards and special discounts while shopping in Singapore. 31 May - 28 Jul

CommunicAsia 2013 Summit

18 Jun

A conference with an inspiring array of experts from the Information and Communications Technology industry. Participants may look forward to thought -provoking discussions with industry leaders, sharing of ideas and networking sessions to identify opportunities and improve own’s business model. 18 - 21 Jun

Singapore Food Festival

12 Jul

Apart from savouring delectable delights and experiencing events like food carnivals, food-tasting sessions and special discounts from food & beverage vendors, guests may also study an in-depth perspective on the customs and evolution of food from various cultures in the nation. 12 - 21 Jul

Mid-Autumn Festival

19 Sep

The Mid-Autumn Festival is widely celebrated in Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Japan and Indonesia. Based on the Lunar calendar, the event is held on the 15th day of the 8th month where families and friends gather to carry lanterns and savour mooncakes (a Chinese pastry) while enjoying companionship. 19 Sep

F1 Singapore Grand Prix

20 Sep

Catch series of fast actions at the Marina Bay Street Circuit as renowed F1 drivers blaze the circuit for Singapore’s round of the World Championship. Tickets can be purchased on the official Singapore GP website. 20 - 22 Sep