The Mid-Autumn Festival falls on Monday, 6 October 2025 — but celebrations in Singapore begin in September and stretch through to mid-October. From lantern walks and cultural performances to bustling mooncake fairs, the festivities light up every corner of the island.

Here’s your guide to the best family-friendly celebrations where you can soak in the festive spirit and create magical memories with your kids.

Central

Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival

  • When: 7 September – 20 October, 7pm – 12am
  • Where: Chinatown (New Bridge Rd, South Bridge Rd, Kreta Ayer Square)
  • Highlights: Official light-up on 18 September, Mass Lantern Walk on 27 September, tea appreciation workshops, storytelling, lantern-making, and a festive bazaar.
  • Fee: Mostly Free (workshops ticketed)
  • Tip: Best time to visit is between 7pm and 9pm; sign up early for workshops.
  • Find out more here: https://chinatownfestivals.sg/

Gardens by the Bay – Mid-Autumn Festival

Mid-Autumn Family FUN (SCCC × SCO)

  • When: 4 – 5 October
  • Where: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre & Singapore Conference Hall, Shenton Way
  • Highlights: 27 activities including mooncake and tea tasting, stargazing, lantern walks, and cultural shows.
  • Free (selected workshops ticketed)
  • Tip: Workshops fill quickly — register early.
  • Find out more here: https://singaporen.sg/festivals/mid-autumn/familyfun/

Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival @ SCCCI

A Taste of Reunion Travelling Exhibition

Lian Shan Shuang Lin Monastery Celebrations

  • When: 27 September – 6 October, 6pm – 10pm
  • Where: 184 Jalan Toa Payoh
  • Highlights: Lion and dragon dances, lantern displays, and cultural performances.
  • Free
  • Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/lianshanshuanglinmonastery/posts/820196587026901

 

East

Light Up The Night @ Sing See Soon

A Taste of Reunion Exhibition @ Tampines

  • When: 6 – 15 October
  • Where: Our Tampines Hub
  • Highlights: Interactive heritage displays on Mid-Autumn traditions.
  • Tip: Pair with shopping or dining at OTH for a full family outing.
  • Free
  • Find out more here: https://www.sysnmh.org.sg/en/whats-on/exhibitions/mid-autumn-festival-travelling-exhibition-2025

 

North

Celebrate Mid-Autumn with My Family Kaki @ Orchid Country Club

  • When: Saturday, 4 October, 4pm – 10pm
  • Where: Orchid Country Club
  • Highlights: Lantern walk on the golf course, buffet dinner, bonding games, $30 goodie bag, trail quiz, and lucky draw (up to $2,000 worth of prizes to be won!)
  • Fee: Public $30 | Friends of Uplay $28 | NTUC Member $25
  • Tip: Come dressed in coordinated festive outfits and snag the Best Dressed prize!
  • Find out more here: https://www.uplay.com.sg/allexperiences/detail/2965

 

West

Lights by the Lake @ Jurong Lake Gardens

  • When: 27 September – 12 October, 6.30pm – 10.30pm
  • Where: Jurong Lake Gardens
  • Highlights: Journey to the West lantern displays, illuminated lakeside gardens, cultural shows, riddles trail.
  • Tip: Arrive at sunset for the best views; bring insect repellent.
  • Find out more here: https://lightsbythelake.nparks.gov.sg

 

Special: Astronomy Open House

  • When: 3 – 4 October
  • Where: Science Centre Observatory & Japanese Garden
  • Highlights: Young Astronomer Trail, telescope viewing, and a “Fly to the Moon” planetarium show.
  • Find out more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EQUXetEBe/

 

 

by Flying Cape Editor