Rejoice, for Gardens by the Bay is back with another edition of Christmas Wonderland!
For the uninitiated, Christmas Wonderland is an annual event held by Gardens by the Bay, where the entire park is transformed into a fantastical site celebrating the magic of the season!
Visitors can enjoy the sheer visual spectacle of the many Christmas light installations scattered throughout, as well as browse festive kiosks for unique souvenirs and gifts. Made for one and all, Christmas Wonderland is a great choice if you’re looking to bask in Yuletide revelry in celebration of the festive season.
What’s in store for us at Christmas Wonderland 2021? Well, look forward to dazzling light displays, festive markets, carnival games, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself. Read on for more details!
Christmas Wonderland 2021 Ticket Prices and Opening Times
Duration: 3 Dec to 2 Jan
Opening times:
- Session 1: 6:30pm
- Session 2: 7:30pm
- Session 3: 8:30pm
- Session 4: 9:30pm
Ticket prices:
- 3 Dec to 16 Dec: $7 (Adult), $5 (Child 3 to 12 yrs)
- 17 Dec to 2 Jan: $9 (Adult), $5 (Child 3 to 12 yrs)
- Same day purchase (subject to availability): $10 (Adult), $5 (Child 3 to 12 yrs)
- Booking: https://christmaswonderland.sg/buy-tickets
Christmas Wonderland 2021 will take place from 3 Dec to 2 Jan, from 6:30 pm to 10:30 pm daily. In light of COVID-19 safety precautions, admissions will be staggered according to timeslots. There are four sessions per day, starting from 6:30 pm, with an hour’s gap in between.
Ticket prices range from $7 to $10 per adult. It costs $5 per child (from 3 to 12 years old).
For adults, visit on or before 16 Dec and you only need to pay $7. After 16 Dec, though, ticket prices will go up to $9.
Note that these rates only apply to online bookings. If you decide to purchase your tickets at the counter, you’ll have to pay $10. Also, you may not be able to enter the event, if maximum capacity has been reached. Hence, it is better to book your tickets online in advance, if possible.
One more thing to note: Christmas Wonderland 2021 tickets do not grant entry into the Conservatories, nor the Supertree Observatory. If you wish to visit these attractions, you’ll need to purchase tickets for them separately.
Light Displays
The biggest attraction at Christmas Wonderland has got to be the spectacular, world-renowned light displays that must simply be seen to be believed. This year, there are a grand total of nine of these scintillating light displays, each made of thousands of glittering fairy lights for a sight like no other.
Some of the highlights include the crowd-favourite Walk of Stars, a 44m long tunnel formed out of star-shaped LED lights. There’s also the 7.7m tall Enchanted Bridge made up of a staggering 100,000 fairy lights – sure to be a breathtaking sight and perfect photo opportunity.
Other installations you can visit include the 20.5m tall Spalliera, Magical Carriage, Ornament Balls and Santa’s Sleigh.
La Casa di Santa Claus
And of course you can’t have Christmas without jolly ole St Nicholas himself, so Christmas Wonderland 2021 has set up a beautiful castle for you to meet Santa Claus in person.
Head over to La Casa di Santa Claus, a candescent canopy crowned with hundreds of twinkling lights, and you just might spot Father Christmas checking his list. Grab a quick selfie or two with him before he goes delivering presents again!
Mistletoe Alley Market
Looking to fill your Christmas shopping list? You’ll want to make your way to the Mistletoe Alley Market. This is Gardens by the Bay’s iteration of a Christmas Market, and possibly the most popular one in Singapore.
Besides the official Christmas Wonderland Gift Shop (great for plushies and Christmas-themed gifts), you’ll also find kiosks by Candescent Box (scented candles and home fragrances), Fawn Labs (sustainable bespoke skincare), gamified shopping platform Kai Kai, and DFS Singapore.
If you’re craving for Christmas treats and gourmet bites, be sure to stop by the Goodwood Park Hotel and Sofnade kiosks.
Carnival Games and Carousel
Besides buying seasonal gifts and snapping pictures of all those gorgeous installations, you can also play some Carnival Games, or have a ride on the Carousel.
Dripping with Old-World charm, the Double-storey Venetian Carousel features hand-painted artwork and designs by artists and craftsmen in Europe. Exquisite and lit by carnival lights, this is one ride you don’t want to miss.
Continuing the traditional theme, the Carnival Games feature childhood favourites such as fishy-fishy, darts, blockbuster and bowling.
The Carousel and Carnival Games are not covered by your admission ticket, so note the charges, as follows.
Carousel
- $10 per person
- $5 per adult accompanying a child (below 12 years old)
Carnival games
- Various
Garden Rhapsody Light & Sound Show
And while you’re at Gardens by the Bay, don’t forget to catch the park’s signature light & sound show. Garden Rhapsody brings the iconic Supertrees to live with a captivating performance that weaves musical scores and dancing lights into a harmonious whole.
For Christmas Wonderland 2021, a special show will be put on, with festive tunes and holiday-themed light shows, sure to uplift spirits and gladden hearts. There will be four shows per day throughout the event.
Conclusion and key takeaways
Gardens by the Bay Christmas Wonderland 2021 is highly regarded as a fun, engaging and wholesome activity with something for all in the family to enjoy. It is also one of the best ways to soak up the Christmas spirit, take some beautiful photos, and treat friends and loved ones to some unique Yuletide gifts.
To help you make your Christmas Wonderland 2021 visit as enjoyable as possible, here are some key takeaways for you to consider.
- Book your tickets online, early. Christmas Wonderland has proven to be a hugely popular event. With the current restricted visitorship allowance, it’s crucial to book your tickets as early as possible to secure your slots.
- Bring some spare cash. Cashless payment terminals will likely be available, but they may experience breakdowns or delays. Be sure to have some cash on hand so you can quickly pay for your items that way. However, try not to bring a large amount of cash with you, in case it gets stolen or lost as you make your way through the crowds.
- Focus on enjoying yourself. You can expect Christmas Wonderland to be crowded, even with the staggered admission timings. Remember you’re there to enjoy yourself, and being gracious and friendly can go a long way to avoiding any unpleasantness.
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