Activities and fun things to do in Singapore! A new year has just arrived, which also means new adventures and places to explore. There's so much happening on our sunny island at the moment. From art pop-ups, festive markets, food festivals, new store openings and exhibitions, there's enough to fill up your diary, week after week. 

Best things to do in Singapore this January

​Light to Night Festival 2023

Looking for places to visit in Singapore to enjoy the city’s bustling night views? The Light To Night Festival is back again! Its 2023 theme “Here and Now” draws inspiration from how artists produce works in reaction to one's time and place. 

Featuring freshly commissioned works by local and international artists as well as a number of multidisciplinary programs - over 60 programmes with large-scale installations and a festive market with over 50 booths. 

To top it off, enjoy gallery gigs and live performances by our local singers housed in the National Gallery. As one of the most fun things to do in Singapore, you wouldn’t want to miss this! Light To Night Festival is located in the Civic District of Singapore, from 6th to 26th January 2023. 
Check National Gallery’s website for individual exhibitions’ timings.

​Ice Magic: The Great Fantasy on Ice

Seeking fun things to do while escaping from Singapore’s scorching heat? Get to experience a snowy wonderland at Ice Magic: The Great Fantasy on Ice! Due to its huge popularity, its run date has been extended! Explore their 2,400 sqm winter playground - the biggest pop-up winter-themed attraction to ever exist in Singapore. The closest you can ever get to experiencing winter in Singapore! 

At a steep height of 11.5m, the indoor tentage is split into the Snow and Ice sections - housing a 70m snow slope, 260 sqm ice cycling rink, and more! Top it off with a snowy dining experience at their pop-up cafe and Ice Bar, where you can enjoy ice-cold beers and ice-themed cocktails. 

Ice Magic: The Great Fantasy on Ice is located at Bayfront Event Space, from 1st December 2022 to 29th January 2023. 

​Flourishing Fortunes at ION Orchard 

If you’re looking for places to visit in Singapore during the Lunar New Year period, celebrate the Lunar New Year with ION Orchard! With abundant rewards and fun activities to do from now till 5 February 2023. Take insta-worthy photos of the bonsai, a symbol of harmony, balance, patience and luck - the main act of the mall’s Lunar New Year decor this year. 

Look forward to meeting the wandering God of Fortune, spectacular lion dance and drum performances, and festive promotions at the World of Rewards pop-up which is among the highlights of the celebrations. Chinese New Year exclusives are available from brands such as 1-Atico, Elemis, Pinko, Shiseido, and TWG Tea. Furthermore, ION+ Rewards Members can receive a special set of exquisite red packets and a mandarin orange carrier when they shop at ION Orchard. Visit ION Orchard’s website for more information. 

​New exhibitions at SAM Tanjong Pagar Distripark

Did you know that Singapore Art Museum (SAM) has plenty of exhibitions at its Tanjong Pagar Distripark space? Enjoy free admission to Singapore Biennale 2022, a new multisensory work by Joo Choon Lin, and special programmes such as performances at the Wayang Spaceship, art tours, workshops and more! 

SAM has also launched other new exhibitions such as the Joo Choon Lin: Dance in The Destruction Dance which you can enjoy all the way till 16 April. With the best exhibitions in Singapore - what are you waiting for? Head over to SAM Tanjong Pagar Distripark today!
View SAM’s website for more information. 

​Lego Prosperity Burrows Event

Want to enjoy fun things to do with your kids? Have a fun-filled adventure tu-gether at Lego’s Prosperity Burrows event! Launched at Suntec City (12th January to 5th February), they have prepared an abundance of surprises and treasures in store - exclusive promotions included! Get together with your loved ones and let your creativity flow - you get to decorate a life-sized Lunar New Year greeting in legos, clean the ‘burrows’ with a specially curated LEGO Cleaning Machine to remove ‘spoilt carrots’, and many more! Redeem a LEGO polybag when you complete their themed challenges. Don’t miss out on the special appearances by their LEGO mascots too! 

The fun doesn’t end there - LEGO fans in the West can visit the pop-up at B1 JEM Market (16th January to 29th January) to revel in the festive spirit. Visitors can look forward to a festive wonderland of play with photo opportunities and activities

Revamped Children’s Museum

Did you know the Children’s Museum of Singapore (CMSG) has been revamped recently? Formerly Singapore’s Philatelic Museum, CMSG is the first ever museum catered to children aged 12 years and below. Encourages young visitors and their families to explore the power of play for learning in a safe environment. 

Their best exhibitions (which are permanent!) include A Voyage in Time - go on a time-travelling voyage to explore olden Singapore, with an immersive theatre show. Be on a lookout for their special exhibitions - some of the ones currently running include Imagine A Garden and Play Pod. Did I mention? Admission is free till 31 Mar 2023! Look no further if you’re seeking fun things to do in Singapore with your kids. Children’s Museum of Singapore is located at Coleman St, 23-B, Singapore 179807.
Children’s Museum of Singapore is located at Coleman St, 23-B, Singapore 179807. 

​Chinatown CNY Bazaar

One of the most fun things to do and popular places to visit in Singapore during the Lunar New Year period - the iconic Chinese New Year (CNY) Bazaar at Chinatown has finally returned after two long years of hiatus. As many as 280 stalls are set up along Smith Street, Pagoda Street, Trengganu Street and Temple Street carrying festive items and snacks. 

Get into the festive mood again as the place is filled with CNY decorations, light installations and tunes to celebrate the upcoming CNY - be sure to expect a buzzing crowd! The Chinatown CNY Bazaar runs from 1st to 21st Jan 2023. 

​Singapore Sports Hub’s First Asian Food Street

Huat’s up this New Year! Wondering where to go in Singapore to enjoy great food while soaking into the celebratory mood? Head down to Singapore Sports Hub this Chinese New Year for their first Stadium Waterfront Carnival - featuring auspicious live events and fun-filled activities! 

Check out their first ever Asian Food Street (28-29 Jan, 4-5 Feb) with local delights from acclaimed chefs and delicious goodies for all ages. Look forward to live festive performances (28-29 Jan) such as LED dragon and lion dance performances, and many more! 

If you want to burn your calories from all the CNY goodies, the annual #HUATRUN (22 Jan - 5 Feb) is back at the 100PLUS Promenade with its 888-metre “prosperity” run track. 

View Singapore Sports Hub’s Event Calendar here for more information.