15 Stunning Christmas Lights & Displays In Singapore In 2023
Whether you celebrate Christmas or not, there's no denying that everything looks and feels better during the festive season. It's that magical time of the year when the heat dies down ever so little and everything gets a glamorous makeover with lights!
So jio your loved ones, get dressed in a photo-worthy outfit, and head out to marvel at these 15 Christmas lights and displays in Singapore:
#1 Jo Malone London Christmas Tree at Raffles City
Photo from Raffles City
Standing 15-metres-tall at Raffles City's External Quartzite, the Jo Malone London Christmas tree features the brand's classic gingerbread man complete with a whimsical carousel that actually spins. The horses and carriages are also made to look like giant gingerbread cookies, while the poles are reimagined as oversized candy canes. Completing this delicious-looking display are the iconic cream and black Jo Malone London gift boxes.
#2 Dior Beauty Christmas Installation at Marina Bay Sands
Photo from Marina Bay Sands
Dior is illuminating Marina Bay Sands with an opulent Christmas installation this year at The Shoppes Level 1. In shades of winter white and baroque gold, the Parisian-inspired light-up has a beautiful Dior carousel as its centrepiece. On each side are Christmas trees and larger-than-life sculptures of the House's Miss Dior and J’adore fragrances, both circled by perfume bottles.
#3 Christmas Projection Mapping at CHIJMES
Photo from CHIJMES
CHIJMES is taking the romance of its architecture to another level this Christmas with lights, snowfall and a mesmerising Projection Mapping Show of classic Christmas scenes.
Find out more here.
#4 Singing Tree at Capitol Singapore
Photo from Capitol Singapore
Capitol Singapore doesn't just have any ordinary Christmas tree, it has a singing tree! The towering display is a stunner on its own, but also can fit a whole choir at every step. Enjoy festive tunes during the performance, then snap a photo with the tree while surrounded by falling snow!
Find out more here.
#5 Spellbinding Aquatic Wonderland at Wisma Atria
Photo from Wisma Atria
Wisma Atria has collaborated with the Faculty of Design at LASALLE College of the Arts to give young creatives the spotlight this holiday season. The installation at the mall is the top submission by Bae Kyungsoo, depicting a vibrant underwater world installation with coral structures and traditional symbols of good fortune.
The Level 1 Indoor Atrium will also feature Christmas-themed festive decor designed by AMOS ANANDA and other artists.
#6 POP MART Christmas installation at Plaza Singapura
Photo from CapitaLand
Shoppers at Plaza Singapura will be treated to adorable sights - a Dumbo-themed Christmas display along with a mesmerising 360° multi-sensory animation in the Enchanted Express train. Organised by CapitaLand in partnership with POP MART, the cute Christmas installations can be found in 15 other CapitaLand Malls including Raffles City, Bugis Junction, Bugis+ and Funan.
Each mall will spotlight a different Disney character, with some designed to look like giant versions of the POP MART Disney Classic Fairy Tales "Book" Series blind box toys.
#7 BT21 Winterfest Carnival at West Mall
Photo from GirlStyle Singapore
West Mall has been given a BT21-themed Christmas makeover with a magnificent tree surrounded by cute BT21 characters like Cooky and Tata. All seven of them are decked out in cosy winter gear and on board a train.
Find out more here.
#8 Sanrio Characters Christmas Wanderland at Marina Square
Photo from Marina Square
Marina Square has transformed its central atrium into a kawaii Christmas paradise peppered with life-sized Sanrio characters. Expect photo ops with a Pompompurin-shaped snowman, Little Twin Stars at the Ball Pit, Cinnamoroll at the Magical Rink, and more.
Find out more here.
#9 Olaf's Royal Invitation at Paragon
Photo from Paragon
Created in collaboration with Hong Kong Disneyland Resort, Paragon's showcase along Orchard road is a 6-metre Olaf inflatable.
#10 LINE FRIENDS Holiday Wonderland at Suntec City
Photo from Suntec City
Suntec City is now home to a massive LINE FRIENDS-themed mega ball pit designed for both kids and those young at heart. Think LINE FRIENDS statues, Carousel Bauble Swings, and festive-themed floating inflatables sitting on a bed of "snow". There's also a giant LINE FRIENDS Christmas tree right outside the mall!
#11 Smurfy Christmas at City Square Mall
Photo from City Square Mall
City Square Mall and Nickelodeon have collaborated to turn the mall into a Christmas winterscape straight out of Smurf Village. Greeting shoppers before they enter is a sea of blue! A giant Smurf-covered Christmas tree is surrounded by even more little Smurf figures on the lawn. The mall interiors are also given a wholesome touch with Smuf characters and their charming homes.
#12 Arctic-themed Christmas at VivoCity
Photo from VivoCity
VivoCity has an icy and snowy experience in store for shoppers this year. At the outdoor area of the mall is a Christmas tree standing at an impressive 15 metres height. Surrounding it are artic-themed statues like penguins, polar bears and reindeers. Every evening, the grounds will be showered with snow!
#13 Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay
Photo from Christmas Wonderland
Christmas Wonderland is making its triumphant return to Gardens by the Bay, boasting a supersized fairground with even more light displays, carnival rides and festive activities.
Find out more here.
#14 Christmas On A Great Street
Photo from Orchard Road Business Association
The iconic Christmas light-ups along Orchard road is back! This year's edition is a fluffy cotton candy-like dreamscape. Along with the picturesque lights are a street party on 24 December and three Great Christmas Villages filled with carnival rides and games, pop-up stores selling locally-designed crafts, and food and beverage kiosks.
#15 Candyland at Changi Airport
Photo from Changi Airport
Changi Airport's T3 Departure Hall now has a sweet Candyland with photo ops at every angle. Strike a pose with the 5-metre-tall polar bear, against the rotating cupcake ferris wheel, and look out for the dinosaur mascots on weekends.
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