Chinatown Festivals

Chinatown Festivals Chinatown Festivals - Chinese New Year Celebrations and Mid-Autumn Festivals, are organised by Kreta Ayer - Kim Seng Citizens' Consultative Committee.

Chinatown Festivals aim to enliven the Chinatown precinct while creating an inclusive community by fostering a strong bond of togetherness among the community, new citizens, other ethnic groups and tourists. Besides being able to appreciate and preserve traditional Chinese customs and heritage, the Chinese festivals celebrations in Chinatown aim to promote the rich traditions and spread the festive cheer to all. Objectives for Chinatown Festivals

1) To promote, preserve and showcase Chinese traditions, heritage and culture
2) Raise public awareness of our Chinese festivals
3) Create a multi-sensory celebration unique to Chinatown
4) To reach out to all races and nationals on the uniqueness of Chinatown and the celebrations of Chinese Festivals that is always refreshing and meaningful in its own unique way
5) Organize exciting and entertaining activities suitable for all ages
6) Improve business activities in Chinatown
7) Establish win-win partnerships with supporters, sponsors and partners
8) To promote Chinatown and the annual Chinese Festivals celebrations as a main attraction for locals and tourist


About Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Citizens’ Consultative Committee

The Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Citizens’ Consultative Committee plans, leads and coordinates community activities for the Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Constituency. It channels the needs and problems of the residents to the Government and keeps them informed of the government’s actions and policies. It also raises funds for welfare aid to the needy, bursaries and scholarships for deserving students and other community projects.

This Mid-Autumn Festival, we're bringing the celebrations closer to home. 🏮🌕✨Look forward to familiar favourites like th...
17/08/2026

This Mid-Autumn Festival, we're bringing the celebrations closer to home. 🏮🌕✨

Look forward to familiar favourites like the Lantern Design Competition and Mass Lantern Walk, and this year we're adding Lantern Riddles in four languages to the mix! Plus, get ready for an exciting new highlight — "Light a Lantern, Share Your Blessing" — bringing everyone together through light and good wishes.

And for those wondering about our much-loved street lantern decorations: they'll be back to light up Chinatown again for Chinese New Year! 🧧✨

Swipe through for all the key updates on this year's Mid-Autumn Festival in Chinatown.

Don't forget to follow for the latest happenings in the community. 📍

这个中秋节，我们将把庆祝活动带入社区，让大家一起感受浓浓的人情味与邻里情谊。🏮🌕✨

不要错过精彩活动，如大家熟悉的灯笼设计比赛、提灯游行，还有超有趣的四语灯谜大挑战。全新亮点"点亮明灯，传递祝福"，也邀请大家以灯传情，共享美好祝愿。

大家关注的新春大型主题灯饰仍将保留，继续为牛车水注入浓浓新春气氛。🧧✨

滑动图片，掌握今年牛车水中秋庆典的最新消息。

别忘了关注 ，第一时间获取社区最新动态！📍

#牛车水 #中秋节

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #3:Pasture & Water 绿草静水享太平By Stan Tan Waye PinnInspired by the blessings of peace and ...
06/07/2026

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #3:
Pasture & Water 绿草静水享太平
By Stan Tan Waye Pinn

Inspired by the blessings of peace and abundance, Pasture & Water portrays a family of goats resting among lush green pastures and tranquil waters. The design symbolises harmony, security and prosperity, with playful young goats representing growth and hope for the future. Together, it reflects a heartfelt wish for a peaceful, fruitful and blessed Year of the Goat.

Could this be the design that lights up Chinatown for Chinese New Year 2027?

Vote for your favourite from 6–19 July (closes 2pm). Every vote helps shape Chinatown's next Street Light-Up.

👉 Vote now: go.gov.sg/votecny2027

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #2:Prosperity & Harmony 瑞羊映月By Casey Loh Kah ChungInspired by the warmth of reunion an...
06/07/2026

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #2:
Prosperity & Harmony 瑞羊映月
By Casey Loh Kah Chung

Inspired by the warmth of reunion and the spirit of Chinese New Year, Prosperity & Harmony features a Celestial Goat beneath a glowing Lantern Moon, bringing blessings of prosperity, harmony and hope to Chinatown. Peonies, festive lanterns and auspicious clouds come together in a striking 360-degree centrepiece that celebrates Chinatown's rich heritage and vibrant community spirit.

Could this be the design that lights up Chinatown for Chinese New Year 2027?

Vote for your favourite from 6–19 July (closes 2pm). Every vote helps shape Chinatown's next Street Light-Up.

👉 Vote now: go.gov.sg/votecny2027

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #1:Blooming Fortune 金羊献宝，富贵花开By Ng Toh ChuanInspired by the blessings of prosperity an...
06/07/2026

Street Light-Up Design Spotlight #1:
Blooming Fortune 金羊献宝，富贵花开
By Ng Toh Chuan

Inspired by the blessings of prosperity and renewal, Blooming Fortune reimagines Chinatown's iconic centrepiece with a radiant golden goat rising above a spiral of gold ingots and coins. Surrounded by blooming flowers, the design symbolises 节节高升—growing prosperity, abundance and good fortune in the Year of the Goat.

Could this be the design that lights up Chinatown for Chinese New Year 2027?

Vote for your favourite from 6–19 July (closes 2pm). Every vote brings us one step closer to choosing Chinatown's next Street Light-Up.

👉 Vote now: go.gov.sg/votecny2027

Ready to light up Chinatown with your creativity this Chinese New Year? ✨🏮The Chinatown Chinese New Year 2027 Street Lig...
22/05/2026

Ready to light up Chinatown with your creativity this Chinese New Year? ✨🏮

The Chinatown Chinese New Year 2027 Street Light-Up Design Competition is now open! Showcase your creativity and stand a chance to see your design illuminate the streets of Chinatown during the festive season.

🏆 Attractive cash prizes to be won
📅 Submission Deadline: 19 June 2026
📍 Only open to Singapore Citizens & Permanent Residents

Submit your artwork here:
🔗 go.gov.sg/cfccny27designcompetition

For full competition details and specifications, visit:
🌐 chinatownfestivals.sg

想为牛车水新春灯饰发挥你的创意吗？✨🏮

《2027年牛车水新春亮灯设计比赛》现已开放报名！发挥您的创意与想象力，让你的作品有机会在新春期间亮相牛车水。

🏆 丰厚奖金等你赢取
📅 提交截止日期：2026年6月19日
📍 仅限新加坡公民及永久居民参加

作品提交链接：
🔗 go.gov.sg/cfccny27designcompetition

欲了解完整比赛详情与设计规格，请浏览：
🌐 chinatownfestivals.sg

16/03/2026

✨ Relive the best moments of the Chinatown Festival CNY celebrations!

From dazzling street light-ups and festive performances to cultural traditions and community activities, here’s everything that made this Chinese New Year unforgettable.

Thank you to everyone—families, tourists, elders, and youths—who celebrated the CNY Festival with us. 🏮❤️

✨ 一起回顾牛车水春节庆典的精彩瞬间！

无论是精彩的亮灯、热闹的表演、传统文化体验，还是社区活动，这一切都让今年的春节更加难忘。

感谢每一位前来参与的朋友：家庭、游客、长者、青年，都让牛车水更热闹、更有年味。🏮❤️

Bring home a piece of the Chinatown Street Light-Up.Apply now to adopt one of our festival lanterns and keep the CNY mag...
11/03/2026

Bring home a piece of the Chinatown Street Light-Up.

Apply now to adopt one of our festival lanterns and keep the CNY magic glowing a little longer.

Applications are limited, submit yours today via this link: https://go.gov.sg/chinatownfestivals

把牛车水新春亮灯活动的祝福带回家 ✨

即日起开放申请，认领灯笼，让浓浓的年味与温暖在家中延续。

名额有限，马上点击此链接申请：https://go.gov.sg/chinatownfestivals

03/03/2026

As we celebrate the 15th day of Chinese New Year, we wrap up a wonderful festive season. 🏮✨

Thank you for sharing these joyful moments with us - here’s to carrying the good energy into the rest of 2026! ❤️

What was your favourite CNY moment this year?

随着元宵节的到来，我们也为这个美好的新年画上圆满句号。🏮✨

感谢大家在整个春节期间与我们一同庆祝，让我们把这份好运与喜悦继续带入 2026 年吧！❤️

你今年最难忘的新年时刻是什么呢？

23/02/2026

Happy Ren Ri – the birthday of everyone! 🎉🥢

Today, we celebrate with a joyful toss of Yúshēng, wishing for abundance, luck, and success in the year ahead. Lou hei to a prosperous 2026! 🧧✨

💬 Comment below with the four-character blessing (四字祝福) you’d love to hear when tossing Yúshēng such as 身体健康, 财源广进, or 好运连连!

人人生日快乐！🎉🥢

今天一起捞起鱼生，为新的一年添好运、添福气、添富贵！愿大家在 2026 年顺顺利利、事业兴旺！🧧✨

💬 在评论区告诉我们你最想听到的四字祝福——比如：身体健康、财源广进、好运连连！

20/02/2026

Too many angbaos and not sure what to do once the money’s gone? 🧧✨

Turn your beautiful red packets into something useful and creative! Try making:
•⁠ ⁠Purse
•⁠ ⁠Polaroid or photo pouches

🎨💡 Get crafty and share your creation! Take a photo of your upcycled angbao and post it in the comments — we’d love to see your ideas!

红包太多，用完里面的钱后不知道怎么办？🧧✨

不如把这些漂亮的红包袋“再利用”，变成实用又有创意的东西吧！你可以试着做：
•⁠ ⁠零钱袋
•⁠ ⁠拍立得/照片收纳袋

🎨💡 动手做吧！完成后拍照上传到评论区，让我们看看你的创意成果！

Address

C/o Kreta Ayer Community Club, 28A Kreta Ayer Road
Singapore
088995

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 21:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 21:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 21:00
Thursday 09:00 - 21:00
Friday 09:00 - 21:00
Saturday 09:00 - 21:00
Sunday 09:00 - 21:00

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+6562223597

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