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Mid-Autumn Festival is back again on 6 Oct this year. If you’re looking for more ways to celebrate with your mooncakes and lanterns, we have compiled a list of our top places, events and activities across Singapore to join in the festivities.
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Lights by the Lake 2025
1. Walk under Lights by the Lake
From now till 12 Oct, drop by Jurong Lake Gardens for light displays and light shows that will transport you into a world filled with mid-autumn colours and vibes. The Lantern Displays, which will light up daily from 6.30pm – 10.30pm, are inspired by ‘Journey to the West’ character, Sun Wukong, and will bring you on his path to becoming Monkey King. As you venture from the Lakeside Field to the Floral Garden to the Resthouse Pond, take many photos and make many memories.
There will also be a Cloud Pagoda Light Show: Moonlight Crescendo, that will take place every 30 minutes from 7.30pm – 10.30pm. The iconic pagoda structure will be filled with dancing light patterns, transforming into a bright, colourful beacon. If you’re into more of a neon aesthetic, you can also take photos with the Wings of Light display at the Lakeside Field.
You can find a map and guide to Lights by the Lake 2025 here.
Yuan Ching Road, Jurong Lake Gardens
+65 1800 471 7300
27 Sep to 12 Oct: 6.30pm – 10.30pm (Daily)
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2. Enjoy Cultural & Musical Performances
Beyond just a visual journey, Lights by the Lake 2025 will also have experiences that will bring music to your ears. On selected nights until 12 Oct, you can watch performances by local artistes and groups that will be a perfect accompaniment to the lantern lights. These include performances using traditional instruments, Chinese dance items, and Mandopop songs.
If you’re interested in checking out any of the performances, make sure to plan your visit to Jurong Lake Gardens accordingly. For a full list of performances and when they are happening, click here.
On 11 Oct, at 6.30pm, you can also catch a special night of performances hosted by Mediacorp personality Lee Lian. This performance, like the others mentioned previously, is free to watch but will include both English and Mandarin songs. This 24th edition of NParks Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra is themed “Dancing in the Moonlight” and aims to combine modern beats with timeless melodies. For more info, click here.
Yuan Ching Road, Jurong Lake Gardens
+65 1800 471 7300
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3. No mooncakes? No problem.
Feeling a little bit peckish while you’re admiring the lights and music? There is a Food Market near Wings of Light, where you can fill your tummy. Pasar malam favourites like Takoyaki Balls, Ramly Burger and Thai Tea will be available, but you can also look forward to fresh offerings like Bomyaki with Samyang Noodle, Chilli Crab Rosti and Teochew Traditional Oyster Cake.
If you forget to bring your mooncakes, or want some main dishes and drinks to go with it, you can visit the Food Market from 5pm – 10.30pm daily throughout the festival. Isn’t it such a vibe to munch on some snacks while watching light displays under the moon?
Yuan Ching Road, Jurong Lake Gardens
+65 1800 471 7300
27 Sep to 12 Oct: 5pm – 10.30pm (Daily)
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4. Get hands-on with light-hearted activities
You can also look forward to fun activities at Jurong Lake Gardens as part of Lights by the Lake 2025. If you’re itching for some puzzle-solving, join in on Lantern Riddles from Mon – Thu, at 7pm. This is a series of traditional riddles that will test your cultural knowledge and wit.
Or perhaps, you’re more creative as a person. You can register for activities by PAssionWave@Jurong Lake Gardens, involving Lantern Making, Chinese Calligraphy and Clay Art. Sporty people can also sign up for Workout Sessions and Zumba. For the pricing, schedules and registration, click here.
Yuan Ching Road, Jurong Lake Gardens
+65 1800 471 7300
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Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 at Gardens by the Bay
5. Celebrate Mid-Autumn history at Gardens by the Bay
If you’re not looking to journey to the west, you can travel to the bay — Gardens by the Bay, which will also be hosting its own Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 celebration. The celebrations at Gardens by the Bay are special as it will have an SG60 theme, and explore how the Mid-Autumn Festival has been celebrated throughout the years in our nation.
There will also be local characters like Ang Ku Kueh Girl, Curry Puff Boy and Roti Prata Boy, making an appearance as you walk by the beautiful Lantern Displays that showcase our history. Make sure to spot them and snap pictures!
There will also be 2 unique displays that commemorate Singapore’s international friendships. The first is the Embassy of the Republic of Korea’s lantern display, which celebrates 50 years of Singapore-Korea ties. The second is from the company behind the yearly Yuyuan Lantern Festival in Shanghai, and celebrates 35 years of Singapore-China relations.
Get a sneak peek at all the lantern displays and activities here.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
22 Sep to 12 Oct: 6pm – 10pm (Daily)
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6. No celebration is complete without food
And if you’re wondering — yes, there is a Mid-Autumn Food Street at Gardens by the Bay too! Located in Supertree Grove, and operating daily from 3pm – 10pm, hungry visitors can expect a wide range of food and drinks to feast on as they observe the stunning backdrop of light displays.
Beyond just having local street foods, this area also serves as a Marketplace from 6pm – 10pm, where families can also have fun with carnival games and rides.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
22 Sep to 12 Oct: 6pm – 10pm (Daily)
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7. Soak in the atmosphere with Music
If you’re a fan of cultural beats, jazz or live bands, you will be pleased to know that performances will be happening from Fri – Sun at various timings at the same area in Supertree Grove. Groove to the tunes under the beautiful night sky and show the artistes some love!
There will be different groups performing on each night, so don’t miss them. For the full schedule and performance line-up, refer here.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
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8. Join in activities for all
There are also workshops and activities you can participate in this Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay. Some are free while others have a fee. Free activities include DIY Bookmark, where you can customise your own kueh-themed bookmarks, as well as DIY Lantern Painting, where you can design your own lanterns.
For paid workshops, there are sessions like DIY Bamboo Weaving Craft, Chinese Tea Art Appreciation and DIY Mid-Autumn Festival Ornament Craft you can join. However, these require pre-registration. To take a look at the full list of activities, their pricings and registration details, click here.
If you prefer an OTOT chill walk, look out for free lantern giveaways at Supertree Grove on the actual day of Mid-Autumn Festival on 6 Oct. This will take place from 6pm onwards and will be on first-come, first-served basis.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
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Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival Celebrations 2025
9. Catch the Moon Rabbits at Chinatown
From now till 20 Oct, adorable Moon Rabbits have invaded the streets of Chinatown, which have been transformed into a Mid-Autumn wonderland, complete with lights, installations and artwork. As you take a walk along this cultural landscape, spot the beautiful displays and snap photos with the giant rabbits, mooncakes and lantern motifs.
If you’re driving or taking transport through the area, overhanging displays that stretch across Upper Cross Street, North Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street and South Bridge Road will also give you a cinematic ride.
Multiple locations in Chinatown
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10. Last-minute shopping at Chinatown Point
The street light-up is not the only highlight for the celebrations at Chinatown. There is also a Mid-Autumn Fair happening within Chinatown Point, from now till 5 Oct. There are deals for mooncakes and also exclusive spending rewards to earn in the mall. This is for all of you who need that last-minute shopping after realising Mooncake Festival is this weekend.
For more information about the festive fair and what deals to look out for, check out our recent coverage here.
133 New Bridge Road, Chinatown Point Level 1, Indoor Atrium, Singapore 059413
+65 6702 0114
Daily: 10am – 10pm
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Mid-Autumn Family Fun 2025
11. Immerse yourself in Mid-Autumn Fun at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
The Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) and Singapore Chinese Orchestra have jointly organised the Mid-Autumn Family Fun (MAFF) event again this year, which will take place on 4 & 5 Oct. Located at SCCC and the Singapore Conference Hall, visitors can look forward to a variety of family-friendly activities, from mooncake tastings to lantern walks to moon gazing.
Free activities include No More Blues Under the Moon, where you can stargaze at the roof garden of SCCC while listening to live acoustic Mandopop songs. You can also dress up in traditional hanfu outfits and take photos, or watch numerous live performances, all for free.
Ticked events include a Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony Workshop, for those of you who are tired of the matcha craze, and a Parent-Child Soap Making Workshop, where you and your kid can make tea-scented mooncake-shaped soaps.
For the full list of happenings to expect, visit the MAFF website.
1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore 018906
+65 6812 7222
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Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!
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