Where To Go During Chinese New Year Singapore 2026?

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Explore the Best Places to Go While Celebrating Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore: Events and Dining Places

Typhoon Cafe | 2026

Chinese New Year in Singapore turns the city into a shared table. Lunar New Year and CNY bring families together for reunion dinner and long conversations over food. Chinese New Year in Singapore fills Chinatown with festive colour, lantern display, and street food.

The Lion dance performance and dragon dance mark the start of new year celebrations. While the River Hongbao draws crowds with float attraction and bright lantern trails. February 2026 feels busy and warm. Malls host CNY celebrations focused on prosperity and festivity. Each celebration reflects tradition, movement, and the joy of starting fresh together. This is your guide to breathtaking CNY events and the best places to eat.

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Where To Go During Chinese New Year Singapore 2026: Top Events for Chinese New Year 2026

To celebrate Chinese New Year 2026 in Singapore, the city is set to transform into a vibrant hub of tradition and modernity, marking the arrival of the Year of the Fire Horse. Below is an updated guide for 2026, featuring the most significant events across the island and a spotlight on the exclusive festive menu at Typhoon Cafe.

1. River Hongbao 2026: 40th Anniversary Special

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  1. Dates: February 15 – 24, 2026

  2. Location: Gardens by the Bay

  3. Highlight: Celebrating its 40th year, this iconic festival will feature massive lantern displays, including a giant God of Fortune and intricate Year of the Horse installations. Expect nightly cultural performances, a bustling food street, and carnival games.

 

  1. Dates: February 27 – 28, 2026 (8:00 PM)

  2. Location: F1 Pit Building

Highlights

Join the Magic at Chingay 2026: WISH! Mark your calendars for 27 and 28 February 2026 for the most spectacular Chingay Parade yet! This year, we celebrate our collective dreams under the theme "WISH," transforming Singapore’s imagination into a dazzling reality.

Prepare to be mesmerized by a vibrant fusion of multicultural heritage and modern flair, featuring illuminated costumes, dynamic performances, and show-stopping floats. For the first time ever, experience a circular parade route and a transformable multi-tier stage with breathtaking special effects. Don’t miss the nation’s grandest cultural celebration an explosion of joy, unity, and creativity!

 

3. Chinatown Street Light-Up & Festive Bazaar

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  1. Dates: Mid-January to late February 2026

  2. Location: New Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street, and South Bridge Road

  3. Highlight: The streets will be illuminated with horse-themed lanterns. The Festive Bazaar (late January to Feb 16) is the go-to spot for traditional snacks like bak kwa, pineapple tarts, and festive decorations.

 

Image credit to Gardens by the Bay

  1. Dates: January 16 – March 1, 2026

  2. Location: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay

  3. Highlight: Titled "Spring Blossoms: Gallop into Prosperity," this display features eight life-sized lantern horses handcrafted by Chinese artisans. The landscape is inspired by the "Four Gentlemen" of Chinese art (plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums, and bamboo).

 

5. Festive Dining Spotlight: Typhoon Cafe

For Chinese New Year 2026, Typhoon Cafe introduces the "Reunion Feast," a menu designed to blend Taiwanese comfort food with auspicious symbolism. These sets are crafted for simplicity and luck, making them ideal for family gatherings or corporate team lunches.

Typhoon’s Reunion Feast 2026

  • Set for 2: $58++

  • Set for 4: $88++

  • All sets include Steamed Rice to represent a full harvest.

1. Appetizers (Select 1)

  • Spicy Chili Oil Dumplings: Shaped like gold ingots to invite wealth.

  • Lychee Shrimp Ball: A visually stunning dish mimicking real lychees; its roundness symbolizes togetherness.

  • Golden Chicken Fritters: Crispy and golden-hued for a bright start to the year.

2. Meat (Select 1)

  • San Bei Ji (Three-Cup Chicken): A Taiwanese staple representing harmony.

  • Braised Pork Belly with Preserved Vegetable: Symbolizing a smooth and stable year ahead.

  • Sweet & Sour Pork: Bold and vibrant for a high-energy 2026.

  • Kung Bao Chicken: A spicy kick to "awaken" your good fortune.

3. Vegetable or Tofu (Select 1)

  • Stir-Fried Nai Bai in Garlic: Represents purity and growth.

  • Heavenly 4 King of Vegetables: A harmonious mix representing a balanced team/family.

  • Braised Tofu in Soy Sauce: Savory comfort food for the soul.

  • Salt & Pepper Tofu: Golden cubes resembling "treasure blocks."

4. Seafood (Select 1)

  • Stir-Fried Squid with Bell Peppers: Represents agility in grabbing new opportunities.

  • Salted Egg Yolk Squid: Coated in "gold" for maximum prosperity.

  • Stir-Fried Clam (Original/Mala): Traditional symbols of wealth and "opening" treasures.

5. Fish (Select 1 - The Essential "Nian Nian You Yu")

  • Steamed Barramundi with Superior Soy Sauce: The classic symbol of surplus.

  • Steamed Barramundi with Szechuan Mala Sauce: For a fiery and successful year.

  • Deep Fried Barramundi with Ginger Shoyu Sauce: A crispy, strong foundation for 2026.

  • Deep Fried Barramundi with Sweet & Sour Sauce: A timeless festive favorite.

Pro-Tip for 2026: Given that CNY 2026 falls in mid-February 2026, it is highly recommended to book your table at Typhoon Cafe (locations at Plaza Singapura and Kallang Wave Mall) at least 2 weeks in advance.

As we usher in the year during 2026 Chinese New Year, this guide to Chinese New Year helps you plan memorable Chinese New Year celebrations throughout the Chinese New Year period. From traditional Chinese rituals at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre to exciting events and dining for families in Singapore, discover the best places to celebrate and welcome the year with joy. Chinese New Year is one, also known as Lunar New Year, perfect to celebrate the year and ensure a prosperous year ahead.

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