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“Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way” Do you hear what I hear? The joyous festive season is here again!

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Gardens by the Bay. This year is the sixth edition of Christmas Wonderland and you can expect it to be bigger and better with 10 new attractions. Adding to the festive atmosphere is a brand new interactive Santa’s Workshop, a colourful Christmas Parade, a riveting mix of international theatrical productions and brand new light installations, in addition to the good old-fashioned carnival games and rides and specially curated craft, food and beverage vendors as well as festive entertainment throughout the 57,000 sqm fairground.

Happening from 29 November to 26 December 2019, you have the entire month to go celebrate with your loved ones.

A surefire hit among the little ones, pay a visit to Santa’s Workshop and witness elves hard at work wrapping presents and meet the man himself, Santa Claus. Santa will be at the workshop between 5.30PM to 10.30PM from Mondays to Thursdays and 4.30PM to 10.30PM on weekends.

Admire the magnificent display of stunning handmade Italian light sculptures including a 21m-tall Spalliera and Asia’s tallest luminarie Christmas tree.

The new and bigger Meadow Theatre is the perfect place to watch live performances with your loved ones. Lined up for this year’s Christmas Wonderland is a series of international smash hit theatrical productions for visitors of all ages to enjoy. Trash Test Dummies (Australia) is an award-winning comedy circus act. Other performances include the smash-hit London production Snow Play (UK), The Old Shoemaker (Singapore) and magic tricks by Vitaly (USA) with Pure Wonder.

Let it snow! We all know Singapore doesn’t snow with its tropical climate and this is your chance to experience ‘snow’. t sure isn’t cold, but it’s magical against a stunning backdrop of luminarie light sculptures. Blizzard Time happens a total of 5 times each night.

6.30PM – 6.35PM, 7.55PM – 8.00PM, 8.55PM – 9.00PM, 9.55PM-10.00PM, 10.30PM – 10.35PM

Gardens by the Bay Christmas Wonderland
18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 5 pm to 11 pm
Friday to Sunday, Christmas Day (25 Dec), Boxing Day (26 Dec): 4 pm to 11 pm
Christmas Eve (24 Dec): 4 pm – 12.30 am
Nearest MRT Station: Bayfront Station

This year, Universal Studios Singapore (USS) is all prepared to up the ante for its ninth Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) with The Chalet Hauntings, a possessed house that will feature the most extensive collection of Southeast Asian ghosts under one roof by the directors of blockbuster Thai horror films Shutter and 4bia. Featuring all-new frights across 16 event nights, fans can experience five haunted houses, two scare zones and two live killer shows, and try to survive the Undertaker as he roams around, searching for the next unsuspecting victim.

The ‘chalet’ haunted house – a first for USS HHN – will be popular among Singaporeans who grew up spending holidays and weekends at local chalets, and perhaps trigger some of the nation’s most commonly shared experiences of paranormal sightings.The space will also incorporate illusions, animatronics and special effects that will trigger all five senses, raising fears and anxieties, and testing one’s limits.

Early bird ticket sales will run from now till 1 September at S$65 (peak nights) and S$55 (non-peak nights). Regular tickets are available at S$70 for peak nights and S$60 for non-peak nights. Guests can also enjoy many of the theme park’s exciting rides and attractions during event nights.

Peak Nights: 27, 28 September 2019 & 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 27 October 2019
Non-Peak Nights: 4, 6, 10, 13, 20, 31 October 2019

Halloween Horror Nights 9
www.halloweenhorrornights.com.sg
Universal Studio Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway 098269
Nearest MRT Station: Habourfront Station

All Singaporeans know Funan DigitalLife Mall was the must-go-to-mall for tech and IT products. It shuttered its doors in 2006 but now the mall is fully revamped that includes a space expansion by 1.8 times of its former size which now stands at 889,000 sq ft. While Funan is still staying true to its tech roots with multiple IT stores, the revamped mall has become more than just a place for techies and computer geeks. Besides 180 retail brands focusing on six themes – tech, craft, play, fit, chic, and taste — the mall also boasts features like:

Need some fresh air after shopping? Go up to the Urban Farm on the rooftop for some fresh air. The roof gardens faces the disc-shaped structure of the Supreme Court and do take note the only lift that goes to the rooftop is at Lobby A; alternatively you can also take the stairs.

Nasty Cookie is indeed ‘nasty’ with their chewy and gooey cookies that are full of sugary toppings such as Oreos, chocolate chips, speculoos biscuits. Do you know what’s better? To complete your cookies with a rich injection of nutella, marshmallow or dulce de leche sauce.

Multiple spots around the store for you to update your Instagram. Especially the augmented reality (AR) runway. Simply just activate it by scanning a QR code with your smartphone and as you twirl along the passage, the screen will be bloomed with flowers.
In summary, I feel Funan Digital mall has revamped successfully. No longer just an electronics mall, it has new selection of food, shopping and entertainment options now open! Time to add in this mall to your go-to list and explore the new Funan!

Taiwan’s Shilin Night Market is coming to Singapore this April! Yes, you’re not reading it wrongly. THIS. IS. LEGIT.

If you have never been to Taiwan, you must have heard of the famous night markets at least. With Shilin Night Market being one of Taipei’s largest and most visited night market, boasting with the maze of alley rows of stalls selling authentic Taiwanese street snacks such as mee sua (vermicelli), ji pai (Taiwanese fried chicken cutlet), roasted beef cubes and many more!

In April 2019, Invade (the team behind Artbox Singapore) is bringing Taiwan’s Famous Shilin Night Market concept to Singapore for the very first time! Right here at our shore.

Adding elements of local twist, the night market will be bringing a wide variety of Taiwanese and Singaporean street delicacies, creative eats, pop-up artisan stores, arcade games and even movie screenings at The Grounds@Kranji (Carpark B at Singapore Turf Club) for two consecutive weekends.

Looks like the Singaporean version of the Shilin Night Market concept is going to be one of the most anticipated events in Singapore this year. We hope you are as stoked as we are to indulge in all those Taiwanese street snacks!

The Grounds @ Kranji, Singapore Turf Club @ Kranji (Carpark B)
19 Apr – 21 Apr 2019 26 Apr – 28 Apr 2019
Fri to Sun: 3pm – 11pm Nearest Station: Kranji

“Pixie dust fills the air as Disney Tsum Tsum brings a touch of magic to the Christmas floral display at Gardens by the Bay. It's time to get the fairy lights and festive baubles ready as Mickey and his Tsum Tsum pals stack up to decorate the tallest live Christmas tree in Flower Dome. In this special "Poinsettia Wishes Featuring Disney Tsum Tsum" floral display, Olaf feels right at home amidst a snowy landscape of poinsettias, Christmas berries, and holly, while Dumbo prepares to take flight with a sled full of presents. Come and celebrate the holidays with your favorite Tsum Tsum pals in this festive display at Gardens by the Bay!” -Gardens by the Bay
For more information: https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/whats-on/calendar-of-events/poinsettia-wishes-2018.html

Gardens by the Bay
Poinsettia Wishes ft Disney Tsum Tsum ( 2 November 2018 - 6 January 2019 )
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Gardens by the Bay Flower Dome, Singapore 018953

What is October without the iconic Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Studios Singapore (USS)?! This year, USS brought us 5 haunted houses, 2 scare zones, Zombie Laser Tag game, and 3 live shows. One of the highlights for 2018 HHN would be the collaboration with one of the most popular shows on Netflix - Stranger Things. The House features Stranger Things Season 1, with 12 rooms depicting 12 different scenes and different character’s perspective. This is a must-go for Stranger Things’ fans as the set-up is screen-accurate with details from the show.

The other 4 Haunted Houses are 1. Pontianak - iconic ghost story from South East Asia, the long-haired women with a white gown will haunt you down as she emerges from the banana trees; 2. Pagoda of Peril - is a mysterious haunted house which story is based on Chinese Mythology and Fantasy; 3. The Haunting of Oiwa - based on the infamous Japanese ghost story of Yotsuya where Lady Oiwa has returned from the dead to seek revenge after being poisoned by her unfaithful husband; 4. Killuminati - the Chinese Secret Society of Vampires that has existed for centuries — where mystery, controversy, and nightmare await you.

Photo credits:(rwsentosablog) Fig 1 [Top Left] Pontianak; Fig 2 [Top Right] Pagoda of Peril; Fig 3 [Bottom Left] The Haunting of Oiwa; Fig 4 [Bottom Right] Killuminati

The haunted houses are filled with a plot, a detailed depiction of the plot as well as a lot of elements of scares that makes your adrenaline rush. Other than the haunted houses, there are 2 scare zones which are themed areas where guests can explore freely. Because scare zones are out in the open, the scare experience is generally less intense than at the haunted houses – great for a brief respite in between your haunted house conquests. There are 2 themes: Apocalypse: Earth (Bottom Fig 1) and Cannibal (Bottom Fig 2).

Since you spent so much money on the tickets, you might as well watch their Live Performances too! This year, there are 3 Live Performances: 1. Scaremony - depicts a scary hospital; 2. DEAD Talk - take a break from all the screaming and enjoy a sharing session from Gideon Grim!; 3. Blood and Bones - a story of a human sacrifice gruesome ritual.

Photo credits: dejiki.com (Fig 1 - Scaremony; Fig 2 - DEAD Talk; Fig 3 - Blood and Bones)

Last but not least, after a night of screams, have some fun and adrenaline rush from the Zombie Laser Tag Game! Try your best to survive from the zombies, work together with your teammates and execute all the zombies! The game lasts for 10 - 15 minutes, it is very exciting and thrilling experience!

Halloween Horror Nights 8
Venue: Universal Studios Singapore, Resorts World Sentosa
Date: 27 September - 31 October 2018

This year’s Mid Autumn Festival, Disney Tsum Tsum has collaborated with Vivocity to bring us a 2,000 lanterns exhibition! The entire rooftop garden will be decked out in Disney Tsum Tsum lantern installations that are guaranteed fun for all ages. Not to mention, it’s going to be free entry for all these activities! The exhibition is separated into 4 main sections:

Tunnel of Love
This tunnel is 40 metres long, featuring 30 Disney and Pixar characters, bring your loved ones there and leave behind precious memories.

Wishing Wonderland
Make a wish at this magical Frozen-themed winter wonderland with Elsa, Anna and Olaf~ All you have to do, is purchase a $2 wishing card at TANGS! (All the proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Cancer Foundation)

Fairytale Garden
Channel your inner princess at the fairytale garden where you celebrate the happy endings of 5 different Disney Princesses and take as many photos as you like in this dreamy garden.

Mickey & Minnie, #Couplegoals
How can you miss the iconic couple from Disney - Mickey and Minnie?! See the largest lantern installation in Asia made out of 1,500 lanterns, which broke the Asia Book of Records for the Largest Lantern Sculpture!

Vivocity Sky Park Level 3
30 August to 30 September 2018
Photo credits: Vivocity Facebook

The annual festival returns to the arts and heritage district for its 11th edition, Singapore Night Festival 2018 is set to showcase stunning light installations, performances, programmes and foods. Most importantly, most of the admission are free! It runs from 7:30 pm to midnight nightly, with various programmes happening on different dates and times of the night, for more information, be sure to check out Singapore Night Festival official website: https://www.nightfestival.sg

Below are some art pieces or installations that are worth the walk (the light installations are quite spread out, expect for a fair bit of walking)!