Southeast Asia’s leading sustainable light art festival is back to illuminate the Lion City’s nightscape with radiant works of art from all across the globe. This year’s bicentennial edition promises to be a visual extravaganza, with the overarching theme—Bridges of Time—and over 30-free-to-public installations.

When: 28 January to 24 February 2019
Where: Marina Bay Waterfront Promenade

To mark Singapore’s bicentennial next year, River Hongbao 2019 will explore themes on Singapore’s longer history as an open and multicultural place through time. The 2019 edition will also feature spectacular 12-minute fireworks displays by award-winning artists from Australia, China, Italy and the United States.

When: 3 to 10 February 2019
Where: NS Square (Marina Bay Floating Platform)

Chingay Parade is the largest street performance and float parade in Asia. From the main parade site to the heartlands, this street extravaganza epitomises the dynamism of Singapore's vibrant and multicultural society. Expect vibrant floats, dancing dragons, prancing lions, stilt walkers, wushu masters, performers of different races in their traditional costumes and many more.

When: 15 to 16 February 2019
Where: F1 Pit Building

Catch the top nations in rugby square off against each other at the National Stadium, and immerse yourself in the thrills, music and family activities that surround the colourful festivities.

When: 13 to 14 April 2019
Where: Singapore Sports Hub 

The Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) brings together the best of local and international artists in the form of quality works in theatre, dance and music, and aims to inspire diverse audiences through great artistic experiences

When: 17 May to 2 June 2019
Where: Various Venues

With unmatched festival design and stage production, a lineup of the globe’s most legendary DJs, and an audience of dance music enthusiasts, Ultra Singapore is one of the island’s most widely anticipated outdoor dance parties.

When: 8 to 9 June 2019
Where: Ultra Park