Singapore Events Calendar 2026: Festivals, Concerts and Sport
Plan your year around Singapore's packed calendar: from lunar festivals and world-class concerts to the iconic Formula 1 Grand Prix, with ticket links and dates.
Planning a trip to Singapore in 2026 is best done around the calendar's shape. The year crowds in: lunar festivals that shift annually, performing arts seasons that book ahead, concert lineups that sell out within weeks, and sporting events that draw international crowds. This guide runs calendar order, not ranking—think of it as your itinerary spine. Bookmark it, check ticket sites as dates near, and expect hotels to fill when the big ones hit. The format is date-forward because that's how planning works.
Each entry carries confirmed dates, venue details and—where a ticket window exists—the current ticket status. Festival dates follow Singapore's official calendar and lunar calculations. Concert and sporting event tickets vary by venue; most open presale months ahead. Many festivals are free to experience in public spaces; paid tickets run for premium seating at major performances.
Chinese New Year
Citywide (Chinatown, Gardens by the Bay, River Hongbao) · Festival · 17–18 February, celebrations extended through month; River Hongbao late January through February
Chinese New Year is the single most significant festival in Singapore's calendar. In 2026 (Year of the Horse), Chinese New Year falls on 17–18 February. Chinatown is transformed with lanterns and decorations, with festive markets and street stalls; River Hongbao celebrations take place at Gardens by the Bay with fireworks and live performances. Many local businesses are closed on the first day or two, and hotels often increase prices, with restaurants booking out well in advance. Book accommodation months ahead if you plan to be in the city during the festival.
Chingay Parade
Padang or National Stadium · Cultural parade · 27–28 February, theme 'WISH'
Chingay returns with the new theme of "WISH" on 27–28 February 2026. The parade has no standard admission fee for most viewing areas along the route, though premium grandstand seating may carry a cost. Check the official Chingay website closer to the date for viewing locations and any ticketed sections.
Hari Raya Puasa
Kampong Gelam (Sultan Mosque area), citywide · Festival · 21 March (subject to crescent moon confirmation)
Hari Raya Puasa marks the end of Ramadan and is a public holiday in Singapore, celebrated on 21st March in 2026 (subject to confirmation). Visit Kampong Gelam in the evening to experience the Ramadan Bazaar at Kandahar Street and Muscat Street near the Sultan Mosque, where over a hundred stalls feature food and drink, decorations, souvenirs and more. The bazaar atmosphere, with lights and street decorations, is free to explore; food vendors operate standard market pricing.
Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA)
Multiple venues citywide · Performing arts festival (theatre, dance, music) · 15–30 May
SIFA 2026 (15–30 May) is Singapore's pinnacle performing arts festival, featuring bold theatre, dance, music and multidisciplinary works from Singapore and around the world. Individual shows carry separate ticketing; prices vary by production and venue. Visit the official SIFA website for the full programme release in early 2026—most tickets open for booking several weeks before the festival begins.
G.E.M. I Am Gloria 2.0 Concert
National Stadium · Concert (Mandopop) · 23 May
Mandopop singer G.E.M returns to Singapore with her I Am Gloria 2.0 concert on May 23 at the National Stadium, with tickets starting at $168 on Ticketmaster. Arrive 60 to 90 minutes early for security screening and merchandise lines; the MRT runs late on concert nights with additional trains scheduled.
Singapore Night Festival
National Museum area and heritage precinct · Light and projection festival · Early September (dates to be confirmed)
The National Museum of Singapore façade transforms into a living landscape with projection mapping displays, including an original soundtrack by Singapore's Artusik and UiTM Malaysia that drives a cross-border retelling of the legends of Sang Nila Utama. Most outdoor installations and performances are free to experience in public spaces. Check the official Singapore Night Festival website for the exact 2026 date and ticketed theatre productions.
Mid-Autumn Festival
Chinatown, Gardens by the Bay, Jurong Lake Gardens · Festival (lanterns, mooncakes, cultural performances) · 25 September
Mid-Autumn Festival falls on Friday 25 September in 2026. Lights by the Lake 2026 runs from 19 to 27 September; lanterns on display until 4 October, 6.30pm to 10.30pm daily with free admission. Around this time, you will find colourful lantern displays in Chinatown and Gardens by the Bay, and it's a key time for buying and eating mooncakes, advertised at all bakeries and hotels.
F1 Grand Prix Community Watch Parties
Bedok Town Square, HDB Hub Toa Payoh, Kampung Admiralty · F1 viewing events · 22–23 August (Dutch GP), 12–13 September (Spanish GP), 25–26 September (Azerbaijan GP)
Catch the Dutch Grand Prix at Bedok Town Square from 22–23 August, the Spanish Grand Prix at HDB Hub in Toa Payoh from 12–13 September, and the Azerbaijan Grand Prix at Kampung Admiralty from 25–26 September, all in the lead-up to the Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix 2026, with interactive games, official merchandise and prizes including F1 Exhibition tickets. These are free community events with live race broadcasts.
Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix
Marina Bay Street Circuit · Formula 1 motor racing · 9–11 October
The 2026 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix takes place from October 9 to October 11 at Marina Bay Street Circuit, marking Round 18 of the 24-race 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season. Ticket pricing and availability are managed through the official Formula 1 Singapore website; three-day passes and individual day tickets sell through ticketing partners. Book ahead; this event draws massive crowds and hotels fill months in advance.
The Weeknd After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour
National Stadium · Concert (R&B, hip-hop) · 2–3 October
The Weeknd performs at National Stadium on October 2 and 3 as part of his After Hours Til Dawn Stadium Tour, with Japanese hip-hop duo Creepy Nuts as guests, and tickets start at $158 on Ticketmaster. Arrive early for security and food; the venue is accessible via Stadium MRT on the Circle Line, with extended MRT service on concert nights.
BIGBANG 20th Anniversary World Tour
National Stadium · Concert (K-pop) · 17–18 October
BIGBANG will be back on Singapore shores this October after a decade, with G-Dragon, Taeyang and Daesung performing all-time hits like 'Bang Bang Bang', 'Fantastic Baby', 'Haru Haru' and many more. Tickets for 17 October are sold out; tickets for 18 October will be available on Ticketmaster. This is a high-demand show; secure tickets early.
BTS World Tour
Venue TBC (likely National Stadium or Indoor Stadium) · Concert (K-pop) · 17, 19, 20, 22 December
K-pop supergroup BTS return to Singapore with their long-awaited BTS World Tour, performing on Dec 17, 19, 20 and 22, the longest run in Asia outside of South Korea and Japan. More details to be released. These are among the most sought-after tickets of the year; expect presale announcements through BTS's official channels and ticketing partners in mid-2026.
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