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Post Category - What's OnWhat's On - Post Category - Things to Do With KidsThings to Do With KidsLeap into the Year of the Horse with these kid-friendly 2026 Chinese New Year activities and events from CNY light-ups and fireworks to lion dances and other fun CNY events!
Looking to welcome the Year of the Horse with kid-friendly Chinese New Year activities and events? The Lunar New Year is already peeking around the corner, and some of us are already planning our family reunion dinners and shopping for new CNY outfits! But if you’re wondering what else there is for the family to do during CNY, then check out these events with lion dances, CNY fireworks, the annual Chingay 2026 parade, River Hongbao 2026, Chinatown’s street light-up and much more! There are CNY events taking place throughout January and February, with some extending till early March 2026, so be sure to scroll down for all the festivities happening in Singapore.
Read more: All Things Chinese New Year In Singapore
1. Mandai Wildlife Reserve: Festive Wildlife Moments, Lunar New Year workshops & more
The newly-launched Curiosity Cove at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve has been turning heads for all the right reasons: It’s beautifully designed, it’s immersive and it’s a haven for exploration, storytelling, play and imagination! It’s the perfect place to keep the kids busy and engaged during the Lunar New Year season, especially with the season-exclusive Ranger Buddies’ Huat’s Up! workshop. At this workshop, kids can get creative and create their own festive mandarin oranges. P.S. It’s also a fully air-conditioned indoor activity, so rest assured the kids have a comfortable space to let loose. Did we mention that families can enjoy unlimited playtime during weekdays? Read more about Curiosity Cove to see what’s in store for the kiddos.
While you’re spending the day at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, it’s a must to add some of the wildlife parks’ Lunar New Year activities to your itinerary! Over at the Singapore Zoo, you can redeem a chance to spin the Happy Fortune Wheel for exclusive prizes when you purchase any two Ranger Buddies Quest mission kits. Limited-edition Ranger Buddies ang baos are also redeemable when you purchase any Ranger Buddies merchandise or macarons at KidzWorld. To mark the Year of the Horse, a brand-new experience, ‘Hello from the Wild: Horse’ will also be launched at Singapore Zoo. Guided by animal keepers, guests can enjoy an up-close interactive encounter with a pony and falabellas, learning about these gentle and curious animals.
There are also festive decorations and photo points, plus LNY-themed animal presentations and animal enrichments during this period, across all five wildlife parks. Look out for Singapore Zoo’s newest zebra foal at Wild Africa and enjoy an unforgettable encounter with their striped stars! Watch as the Grevy’s Zebras explore decorated festive enrichment such as hanging treats, firecracker-inspired devices and more. Kids can also take part in horse-picious digital trails, or experience the 马 (Ma) vellous Hooves” Education Booth at Singapore Zoo. There are also “gold coin” giveaways for the first 188 visitors at each park daily, lion dance performances and limited-edition festive merch to look forward to.
Local residents with a valid WildPass get up to 20% off admission all year to Bird Paradise, Night Safari, Rainforest Wild ASIA, River Wonders, Singapore Zoo, and Curiosity Cove. There are also dining and retail perks during the Lunar New Year Period. What’s more, enjoy FREE Birthday Entry as a WildPass holder.
Mandai Wildlife Reserve LNY activities:
When: 17 February – 3 March 2026
Where: Curiosity Cove, Mandai Wildlife EAST & Mandai Wildlife WEST
How much: Entry fees apply, with some FREE public events. Full list of LNY specials here.
2. River Hongbao 2026: Giant lantern displays (FREE!)
River Hongbao 2026 is Singapore’s largest annual Chinese New Year event at Gardens by the Bay. The Supertree grove and other parts of the gardens are adorned with giant lantern displays, and families can enjoy carnival rides and food stalls to fuel them for the evening. This year’s celebrations are bigger than ever (it’s the 40th anniversary of the event)! It marks the return of CNY fireworks at The Meadow, taking place from 15 to 18 February only. There are also nightly live performances, themed days and even a special 40th Special Anniversary Exhibition.
CNY Fireworks displays: 15 February, 8pm; 16 February 12am; 17 & 18 February, 9pm
River Hongbao:
When: 15 February, 6.30pm – 10.30pm; 16 February 6.30pm – 12.15am; 17 – 24 February 2026, 2.30pm – 10.30pm
Where: Gardens by the Bay
How much: Free! More info here.
Read more: Guide To River Hongbao 2026: Tickets, Displays & More
3. Jurong Lake Gardens: Light projections & CNY lanterns (FREE!)
Jurong Lake Gardens is fast becoming the spot for seasonal lanterns and good vibes. This Chinese New Year season, head down for the return of CNY lanterns at the Twin Pagoda, Teahouse and Stoneboat. There are also daily light projection shows at the Grand Arch of the gardens. While you’re waiting for the light show, check out your zodiac predictions nearby. There’s also special CNY-themed landscaping at the Chinese Garden that’s not to be missed!
Light projection show:
When: Now till 3 March 2026, 7.30pm – 10pm, every 30 minutes
Where: Grand Arch, Jurong Lake Gardens
How much: FREE!
Lantern displays:
When: Now till 3 March 2026, 7pm – 10pm
Where: Twin Pagoda, Teahouse and Stoneboat at Jurong Lake Gardens
How much: FREE! More info here.
4. Chingay Parade 2026: Floats, CNY fireworks & more
The 2026 Chingay Parade promises to be a Chinese New Year event to remember! This year’s Chingay Parade features a parade celebrating our cultural heritage and SG60. This year’s theme, ‘Wish’ is all about Singapore’s rich multicultural heritage. Look forward to five huge parade floats and large-scale performances with over 3,000 performers!
PAssion card members receive a 20% discount on tickets.
Chingay Parade:
When: 27 & 28 February 2026, 8pm – 9.30pm
Where: F1 Pit Building, Marina Bay Street Circuit, 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975
How much: From $20. Free for kids aged 2 and under. Purchase tickets here!
Read more: Guide To Chingay Parade 2026
5. Gardens By The Bay: Spring Blossoms at Flower Dome
The annual Spring Blossoms at Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay is back! Immerse yourself in a sea of auspicious seasonal flowers. This year’s Chinese New Year display will have illuminated lantern horses and traditional Chinese architecture setting the backdrop for majestic photos. While you’re here, be sure to check out River Hongbao 2026 too!
Spring Blossoms:
When: Now till 1 March 2026, 9am – 9pm
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
How much: From $12/adult & $8/child. Get tickets here.
6. Wan Qing Festival of Spring @ Lot One Shoppers’ Mall (FREE!)
The Wan Qing Festival of Spring is back at Lot One Shoppers’ Mall! This Chinese New Year event is packed with free family-friendly activities including parent-child horse lamp-making and heritage craft workshops. Look forward to storytelling sessions of beloved Chinese tales by personalities from the local literary scene. There are also drop-in craft stations such as Chinese ink painting, iron-on patch keychain making, Xiangqi puzzles, auspicious cloud silhouettes challenges, a Chinese shadow puppet play station and more. Of course, don’t miss out on the lion dances, a Chinese ink painting demo session and live musical performances including a kids’ opera! Full programme list here.
Wan Qing Festival of Spring 2026:
When: 28 February – 1 March 2026
Where: Lot One Level 5 Roof Garden
How much: FREE!
7. Chinatown 2026 CNY Street Lantern Light Up (FREE!)
The 2026 Chinese New Year street light-up in Chinatown is always a highlight with plenty of beautiful lanterns and other Year of the Horse-themed decorative displays and street lights along New Bridge Road, South Bridge Road, Upper Cross Street and Eu Tong Sen Street. There are usually shops selling gorgeous CNY decor drizzled in red and gold, as well as lots of CNY snacks. Look forward to a lion dance competition, as well as the annual Chinatown CNY countdown party on 16 to 17 February 2026.
Bookmark these dates:
7 & 8 February 2026, 6pm: Lion Dance Competition @ Kreta Ayer People’s Theatre
8 February 2026: Mandarin Orange Carrier Paper Craft Workshop @ Kreta Ayer Community Club
11 – 18 March 2026: Lantern Adoption Programme
Chinatown CNY Light-Up:
When: Now till 18 March 2026
Where: Kreta Ayer Square
How much: Free! Stay updated here.
8. Jewel Changi: Animatronic horses, lion dance & LED dragon dance (FREE!)
Jewel Changi Airport has plenty of horse-themed CNY activities to look forward to, whether you’re en route for a festive holiday or just spending the day in the East. Check out the animatronic horses at the Forest Valley along with giant kinetic floral decor. Stock up on CNY gifts and goodies and get decor and plants from the Lunar New Year bazaar at the Jewel Cloud9 Piazza. Head over on 16 to 18 February to catch the fascinating lion dances and LED dragon dance. There are also creative workshops including batik printing, floral arrangement and press flower art on weekends for $10.
CNY bazaar at Jewel Changi:
When: 5 – 12 February 2026
Where: Cloud9 Piazza, Level 5, Jewel Changi
How much: Free entry. Workshops at $10 – register here.
Jewel Changi Lion Dance:
When: 16 February, 5.38pm, 17 & 18 February, 12.38pm
Where: Jewel Rain Vortex
How much: FREE!
Jewel Changi LED Dragon Dance:
When: 16 – 18 February, 7.38pm
Where: Jewel Rain Vortex
How much: FREE!
Animatronic decor:
When: Now till 3 March 2026
Where: Forest Valley, Jewel Changi
How much: FREE!
9. Suntec City: Hotpot bouncy castle (FREE!)
P.S.A. There’s a hotpot inflatable playground right in the centre of Suntec City! One of the most unique bouncy castles we’ve seen to date, the POTsperity Yuan Yang playground features a wide ball pit filled with adorable inflatable hotpot ingredients. There are also interactive games, customised red packets and an array of hotpot-themed plushies to buy as gifts or keepsakes! Entry to the playground is FREE for Suntec+ members, and all you have to do is download the app to get 15 minutes of playtime. Look out for Mr Merlion and Friends meet-and-greets while you’re there! And yes, there’s a lion and dragon dance performance and a roving God of Fortune mascot, too. Read all about it here.
Suntec City POTsperity Yuan Yang playground
When: Now tilll 22 February, 11am – 9pm, Daily
Where: Suntec City Atrium (Tower 1 & 2)
How much: Free for Suntec+ Members
Mr Merlion & Friends: Meet & Greet
When: Now till 22 February 2026, Saturday & Sunday 2pm & 5pm
Where: Suntec City Atrium (Tower 1 & 2)
How much: Free!
Lion & Dragon Dance Performance
When: 20 February 2026, 10:38am
Where: Suntec City, Atrium (Tower 3 & 4)
How much: Free!
Roaming God of Fortune Mascot
When: 6 & 13 February 2026, 6:30pm; 7, 8, 14 & 15 February 2026, 2:30pm & 5:30pm
Where: Suntec City
How much: Free!
10. ION Orchard: Lion Dance & God of Fortune mascots
CNY season is lion dance galore at ION Orchard. The mall will see seven days of lion dances, including twin lion dance and war drums, as well as a one-day-only high pole lion performance at the Cartier entrance of the mall! Don’t miss getting blessings from the roving God of Fortune mascot! More info here.
ION Orchard lion dance:
When: 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 28 February & 1 March 2026, 3.08pm
Where: ION Orchard, L1 Outdoor Cartier entrance (L1 Atrium if raining)
How much: FREE!
Roving God of Fortune mascot:
When: 17, 18 & 21 February 2026, 2.15pm – 3.15pm
Where: ION Orchard
How much: FREE!
11. Resorts World Sentosa: POP MART installations (FREE!)
Fans of POP MART will have a field day at this year’s Chinese New Year celebrations at Resorts World Sentosa! There are 12 delightful installations featuring everyone’s favourite characters, including LABUBU, HACIPUPU and PUCKY. You can also collect stamps at each photo op to redeem a sticker sheet! Walk around the resort area, including WEAVE and the Singapore Oceanarium, to spot these installations. While you’re here, look forward to the Lunar Lights: A POP-SPERITY Show that takes place every weekend, as well as meet-and-greets with Resorts World Sentosa’s adorable Prosperity Lions. There are also Zodiac Boards to catch a glimpse into your 2026 fortune, as well as live music performances every Saturday.
POP MART CNY Installations:
When: Now till 15 March 2026
Where: WEAVE and outside Universal Studios Singapore and Singapore Oceanarium
How much: FREE! Stay updated here.
Lunar Lights: A POP-SPERITY SHOW:
When: Now till 1 March 2026, Saturday & Sunday, 7.30pm & 8pm
Where: Lake of Dreams, Resorts World Sentosa
How much: FREE!
Prosperity Lions CNY meet-and-greet:
When: Now till 15 February 2026, Saturday & Sunday; 16 February – 3 March 2026, Daily
Where: B1 WEAVE (2.30pm – 3pm); L1 WEAVE (4pm – 4.30pm); Lake of Dreams (5.30pm – 6pm)
How much: FREE!
Lunar Harmonies CNY performances:
When: Now till 1 March 2026, 3pm – 3.45pm; 4.15pm – 5pm
Where: Lake of Dreams, Resorts World Sentosa
How much: FREE!
12. Allgreen Malls: Lion dance workshops, CNY markets & more (FREE!)
Look forward to Chinese New Year markets and lots of festive activities across Allgreen Malls this season! There’s Lion Dance string puppet-making and Chinese sugar painting at Great World, Lion Dance workshops for kids at Pasir Ris Mall and Tanglin Mall, Cai Shen Ye blessings, and lots of live performances and cultural showcases, including lion dances to look forward to.
Great World CNY activities:
When: Now till 27 February 2026 (Lion Dance on 21 February 2026, 6pm) – Full programme here.
Where: Great World Atrium, Level 1
How much: Free! CNY craft workshops exclusively for Great Rewards members and Live Caricature at $5 per strip.
Pasir Ris Mall CNY activities:
When: Lion Dance Workshop* on 15 February 2026; Cai Shen Ye on 2 – 3, 6 – 8, 13 – 15, 21 & 27 February 2026; CNY showcase with lion dance on 27 February 2026 – Full programme here.
Where: Pasir Ris Mall, B2 Atrium
How much: Free! *Workshop only redeemable on the Great Rewards App, T&Cs apply.
Tanglin Mall CNY activities:
When: CNY market on 2 – 15 February 2026; CNY showcase with lion dance on 28 February 2026 – Full programme here.
Where: Tanglin Mall
How much: Free! *Workshop only redeemable on the Great Rewards App, T&Cs apply.
13. Frasers Property Singapore Malls: Lion & dragon dance performances (FREE!)
Hear ye! We’ve got the lowdown of all the lion and dragon dance performances taking place across 11 Frasers Property Singapore Malls, and it’s bound to impress! Look forward to an array of dazzling shows, especially lion dances on high poles, Twin Lion Cai Qing and dragon dances. There are also LINE-themed festive fairs taking place at these malls throughout the festive season.
Lion & dragon dance performances:
Causeway Point: 20 February, 11.38am
Century Square: 23 February, 12.08pm
Eastpoint Mall: 20 – 22 February, 2pm
Hougang Mall: 20 February, 9am; 21 – 22 February, 12pm
Northpoint City: 20 February, 10.13am; 21 February 2026, 1pm & 7pm
Tampines 1: 26 February, 12.08pm
The Centrepoint: 25 February, 1.08pm
Tiong Bahru Plaza: 23 February, 12pm
Valley Point: 24 February, 1.08pm
Waterway Point: 14 February, 7pm; 23 February 12pm
White Sands: 25 February, 10.08am
LINE FRIENDS at Frasers Property Singapore Malls
When: 16 January – 3 March 2026
Where: Various malls
How much: Free entry! More info here.
14. The Istana: Open House with performances & guided tours (FREE!)
The Istana Open House takes place a few times a year, one of which is during Chinese New Year! Soak in Chinese New Year festivities, including an exciting line-up of live performances and a range of food trucks to give you fuel for the day. Plus, you can embark on the Istana Heritage Tour to discover the history of The Istana, its architectural heritage and unique landscape. Shop limited-edition Istana souvenirs to support the President’s Challenge charities. Read more here.
Stay tuned for more info!
The Istana Open House:
When: 22 February 2026
Where: 35 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238823, Singapore, 238823
How much: Free for Singaporeans & PRs. Standard entry of $20/adult and $10/child aged 4 – 12. Tickets can only be purchased onsite.
15. Singapore Oceanarium: Underwater sea dragon dance
The Singapore Oceanarium has the most unique dragon dance performance by far! Visitors can catch ‘Waves of Harmony’, an underwater dragon dance presentation featuring divers in seahorse costumes and two dragons gracefully floating by the Open Ocean habitat. It’s quite a sight, especially with the majestic manta rays drifting by!
Waves of Harmony undewater dragon dance:
When: 30 January – 3 March 2026, Daily at 3.30pm – addition al presentation on 17 February 2026, 2pm
Where: Singapore Oceanarium, Open Ocean
How much: From $42/adult & $35/child. Get tickets here.
16. Sentosa Sensoryscape: Mickey & Minnie Mouse installations (FREE!)
Our childhood faves, Mickey and Minnie Mouse are making an appearance at Sentosa Sensoryscape this CNY! Look out for photo-worthy installations featuring horses, multi-sensory displays and more.
Sentosa Sensoryscape CNY event:
When: 29 January 2026 onwards
Where: Sentosa Sensoryscape
How much: Free!
17. Marina Square: Prosperity BrickLand carnival
Giant slides, lots of climbing and building areas in a brick-built playground? Say no more! Marina Square’s CNY celebrations come with the colourful CNY-themed Prosperity BrickLand. Not only can kids expend all that energy here, but you can also look forward to carnival games, photo ops and cultural performances.
Kiztopia Prosperty Brickland:
When: 12 January – 24 February 2026
Where: Marina Square Central Atrium
How much: From $20 – get tickets here! Stay updated here.
18. CapitaLand Malls: Mofusand CNY pop-ups (FREE!)
We saw the adorable felines doing a mass takeover of 17 CapitaLand Malls over Christmas, but we haven’t seen the last of these cheeky kitties just yet! Mofusand is back for the Lunar New Year season, this time in adorable traditional Chinese outfits and CNY-themed antics. Pop-up stores have already launched, and you’ll be able to spot CNY-themed Mofusand installations at popular spots such as Bugis+, Plaza Singapura, Funan, CQ @ Clarke Quay and more! We hear there’ll be AR filters for adorable pics and lots of perks like PWP gifts.
Junction 8 CNY pop-up: Now till 25 January 2026
Plaza Singapura CNY pop-up: Now till 8 February 2026
Bugis Junction CNY pop-up: Now till 22 February 2026
19. 313@Somerset: JOGUMAN dinos & lion dance performance (FREE!)
The adorable JOGUMAN dinos have taken over 313@Somerset, and we’re loving the incorporation of lanterns, mandarin oranges and lion dances at the photoworthy installations throughout the mall! There are also JOGUMAN Red Packet redemptions and mall deals to cop. On 27 February at 11am, catch a lion dance performance for all the huats, at the main L1 entrance of the mall.
Joguman CNY event
When: 23 January – 3 March 2026 – Lion dance performance on 27 February 2026 at 11am
Where: 313@Somerset
How much: Free! More info here.
20. United Square & Velocity@Novena Square: Dragon & lion dance (FREE!)
Head over to United Square and Velocity@Novena this CNY season and you’ll spot some of your favourite Sesame Street characters around the mall! Look forward to lion and dragon dance performances along with those signature drums.
United Square Dragon & Lion dance:
When: 24 February 2026, 1.38pm
Where: United Square, B1 Main Atrium
How much: FREE!
Velocity@Novena Square Dragon & Lion dance:
When: 24 February 2026, 5.38pm
Where: Velocity@Novena Square, L1 Main Atrium
How much: FREE!
21. West Mall: Dragon & lion dance performances & more (FREE!)
Wondering where to watch dragon and lion dances in the West? West Mall’s got you covered with an array of festive activities. Drop by the Prosperity Fair to pick up CNY goodies and snacks, and look out for Cai Shen Ye and Fu Lu Shou meet-and-greets on 8 and 14 February!
West Mall CNY activities:
When: Prosperity Fair from 2 – 15 February 2026; Dragon & Lion Dance Performances 23 February, 5pm; 28 February & 1 March 2026, 2pm
Where: West Mall
How much: Free! More info here.
22. Chinatown Smith Street CNY Festive Market (FREE!)
While you’re in Chinatown, be sure to check out the festivities taking place at the inaugural Heng Ong Huat @ Chinatown Smith Street CNY Festive Market! There are lion dance performances, calligraphy and lion dance workshops and God of Fortune walkabouts. There’ll also be booths with unique festive offerings, including a Peranakan costume rental booth, bottled signature sauces and pastes from Boon Tong Kee, Sanrio and Starbucks merch and more.
Bookmark these dates:
Calligraphy workshop: 24 January 2026, 11am & 1.30pm
Lion dance workshop: 31 January 2026, 2pm & 4pm
Lion dance performances: 1pm @ Smith Street & 1.30pm @ Pagoda Street; 31 January 2026, 1pm @ Smith Street & 6pm @ Pagoda Street
God of Fortune walkabouts: 24, 25, 31 January & 1 February 2026, 12pm – 6pm
Heng Ong Huat @ Chinatown Smith Street CNY Festive Market
When: 24 January – 1 February 2026, 10am – 9pm
Where: Smith Street, Chinatown
How much: Free! More info here.
23. Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre: Lion dance showcase & exhibition (FREE!)
Looking to catch exciting lion dance performances this CNY? Head to the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) for two days packed with Fo He lions, Golden lions, Hainanese lions, Fujian Green Lion and more, taking place for one weekend only. There’ll also be CNY quests for kids, as well as a Year of the Horse carousel ride. Read your zodiac predictions and snap lots of photos at the CNY photobooths. There’ also a special exhibition, ‘Tradition in Motion: Singapore’s Lion Dance Heritage’, that’s all about the lion dance. There are over 50 artefacts, photographs, figurines and posters where you can learn about the significance of this cultural art form in Singapore. More info on activities here.
Lion Dance Showcases:
When: 31 January 2026, 1pm – 6.30pm; 1 February 2026, 1pm – 5.30pm
Where: SCCC Concourse, Level 1
How much: Free!
SCCC CNY Activities:
When: 31 January – 1 February 2026, 1pm – 7pm
Where: SCCC Concourse, Level 1
How much: Free!
CNY Zodiac Forecast Exhibition:
When: Now till 20 May 2026, 10am – 10pm
Where: SCCC Roof Garde
How much: Free!
Tradition in Motion: Singapore’s Lion Dance Heritage exhibition:
When: Now till 30 April 2026, 9am – 10pm
Where: SCCC Concourse, Level 1
How much: Free! More info here.
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