Chinese New Year is just around the corner and the festive buzz is everywhere!
Check out all the exciting activities at our Chinatown Chinese New Year 2026 and soak up the festival spirit with your friends and family!
Don’t forget to like, share, and JIO your loved ones to join the fun!
Galloping into the Prosperous Year
From festive fairs and dazzling street light-ups to cultural workshops, lion dance competitions and countdown celebrations, Chinatown comes alive with colour, tradition and joy for all ages.
Highlights include:
- Festive Fair @ People’s Park Square (18 Jan – 16 Feb)
- Street Light-Up & Opening Ceremony (from 30 Jan)
- Chinese paper cutting & craft workshops
- Lion Dance Competition & live screening
- Chinese New Year song-writing grand finale
- Countdown Party to welcome the New Year
Chinatown precinct (Kreta Ayer Square, New Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street & more)
- 18 Jan – 18 Mar 2026
Gather your loved ones and usher in a year of prosperity, joy and togetherness as Chinatown sparkles with festive magic
International Lion Dance Competition Returns!
Held at Kreta Ayer People’s Theatre, the competition brings together top lion dance teams from Singapore and across the region to compete, showcase their mastery.
- Day 1: Saturday, 7 February 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
- Day 2: Sunday, 8 February 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Tickets: $10 per ticket, per day
Special Bonus: Purchase tickets for both days and receive a special gift!
Bring your family and friends to cheer for your favourite teams and immerse yourselves in the vibrant festivities.
Image Credit: Chinatown Festivals
When
26 January - 18 March, See the website for the opening hours.
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Address
SingaporeKreta Ayer CC Temporary Office Blk 5, Banda Street #03-68 Singapore 050005