The festive lights start at Tanglin Road with a teal and white welcome arch, featuring Ferris wheels and stars – offering the first glimpse of the carnival spirit along the 3.1km of lights going all the way to Plaza Singapura.
A new feature this year is the lighting up of 104 trees with energy-saving LED white lights. These same lights will later take on pink hues when Orchard Road ushers in Chinese New Year and Valentine’s Day in 2023.
The main arch of Orchard Road, located at the junction of Orchard Road and Scotts Road, measures 16m tall. It features a medley of red, white and teal design elements, including ornate Christmas trees decorated with reindeer and baubles.
THE GREAT CHRISTMAS VILLAGE
After a two-year hiatus because of the pandemic, the Great Christmas Village returns to Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza from Dec 7 to Jan 2. It will feature amusement rides, live music and lots of F&B options including VeganBurg, specialty Thai grills and a beer garden to set the festive mood.
New additions to the Christmas Village include an all-white carousel, a licensed character Inflatable Bouncer and other rides such as the Samba Balloon, Red Swing, Pirate Ship, Trackless Train and Teacups to entertain the whole family.
Visitors can also pick up fun new skills such as alcohol ink painting, tapestry weaving, clay modelling and crafting at art workshops.
And on Friday to Sunday evenings, visitors can enjoy live music from local acts such as Jack & Rai, Cold Cut Duo, Daniel Sid, Fyrdaus Macbeth and more.