Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year, with everyone scrambling to find the best Christmas gifts, planning office Secret Santa exchanges, and organising family-friendly activities. While we already have guides to help you with those, here is one to save you the trouble of finding the prettiest Christmas decor in Singapore for Instagrammable family pics to show off to friends and family.
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Back for its 12th run, Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay is undoubtedly one of the must-visit spots to see Christmas decor in Singapore during the holidays. Happening from 29th November 2025 to 1st January 2026, this annual Christmas event will illuminate Gardens by the Bay with lights and Christmas cheer.
For an immersive magic moment, the Garden Rhapsody Light & Sound Show with Blizzard Time will happen in the newly designed 20m-tall Spalliera. There will also be large installations at the Supertree Grove and Enchanted Blooms with snowflakes and light projections at Snowflake Avenue. If you need a break from the photo ops, play games at the carnival, watch live performances, and go shopping at Mistletoe Alley for holiday-themed presents.
Carousel at the Plaza.
Image credit: @orchardgatewaysg via Instagram
orchardgateway has turned into a Christmas wonderland decked with festive decorations. Before you enter the mall from Orchard Road, a 9m-tall carousel at the Plaza, inspired by the ones in European Christmas markets, welcomes you. It’s decked in beautiful warm bulbs, pastel-coloured horses, cute gnomes, and Christmas trees – the perfect backdrop for your Christmas memories. Little ones below 35kg can even hop onto the beautifully decorated horses for a festive photo opp as well.
Decor at level 1 (left) and the tube at level 3 (right).
Image adapted from: @orchardgatewaysg via Instagram
The glass-tiled floor of level 1 in the mall is also awash in Christmas cheer – with garlands and ornaments leading you down an illuminated path toward the centre of the mall. Head up to the already photo-worthy glass tube at level 3, and capture portraits to remember under the Christmas wreaths and ornaments hanging from the ceiling. You’ll also enjoy a great vantage point from the overhead bridge to soak in the stunning Orchard Road Christmas light-up along the street.
Don’t keep the photos hidden in your phone’s photo album – participate in orchardgateway’s IG photo contest, running now until 28th December 2025. Simply follow @orchardgatewaysg on Instagram, like the pinned post, and share a creative photo or reel featuring any of the Christmas decorations. Don’t forget to tag them and hashtag #SpiritedXmasOGW. Who knows, you could be 1 of 5 lucky winners to walk away with a $50 orchardgateway voucher.
Join the Instagram photo contest.
An inflatable Mofusand Christmas tree outside Raffles City.
Image credit: CapitaLand Malls
You might’ve seen huge inflatable cats around Singapore during this festive season. These are the Christmas-themed Mofusand displays at 17 CapitaLand Malls, including Bugis+, Plaza Singapura, Tampines Mall, and Westgate. Admire the adorable cats decked out in food and Christmas-themed outfits, such as the 8m-tall Mofusand Christmas tree outside Raffles City.
Fruit Meow (left) and Coffee & Donuts (right) themed displays.
Image adapted from: CapitaLand Malls
Of course, the displays are only half the fun. You can get your hands on exclusive Mofusand merchandise at the pop-up events happening across 6 malls from now till 22nd February 2026. The pop-up events will also feature photo booths and claw machines where you can test your skills to win cute Mofusand plushies.
More information about Christmas-themed Mofusand displays.
Ahoy, Disney fans, the Disney Cruise Line has docked at Changi Airport at the Changi Festive Village 2025. Inspired by Disney films and to celebrate the Disney Adventure Cruise’s arrival in Singapore in March 2026, there will be many Disney-themed photo spots and displays across Terminals 1, 2, 3, and Jewel from now until 4th January 2026.
When you head to the Rain Vortex in Jewel, you’ll be welcomed by Captain Mickey and Minnie and a giant 16m-tall Christmas tree at the entrance of the Forest Valley. Instead of the regular Jewel’s Rain Vortex show, you can enjoy a light spectacle of Disney’s Magic of Adventure. Think Disney soundtracks with scenes from Disney movies projected onto the waterfall.
More information about the Disney Cruise Line-themed Changi Festive Village.
The Glittering Archway (left) & Magical Dragon Playground (right).
Image adapted from: Christmas On A Great Street
You can’t say you’ve seen all the Christmas displays without visiting the ones along Orchard Road. This year’s Orchard Road Christmas Light Up has displays inspired by our local culture, with displays including Santa’s Trishaw Sleigh and the Magical Dragon Playground. Of course, the other malls, such as orchardgateway and Orchard Central, also have their own large displays for photos.
While you’re in Orchard Road, you cannot miss the Christmas market at The Great Christmas Village outside Ngee Ann City. There will be vendors selling food, drinks, and handcrafted goods. Step outside before 8pm or 9pm to catch the nightly snowfall under the Mastercard Christmas Tree.
More information about Christmas On A Great Street.
Image adapted from: Suntec City
Calling all Pokémon fans, there’s a Pokémon-themed pop-up – dubbed Catch the Holiday Magic – happening at Suntec City from now to 28th December 2025. Before you even enter the mall, you’ll be greeted by a 6m-tall Pikachu outside Esplanade MRT Exit A. If you come by during the weekends, catch the Snowfall Show at the spectacular 12m-tall Christmas tree at Suntec Plaza.
Sanrio-themed Christmas displays at One Holland Village (left) & Orchard Central (right).
Image adapted from: Far East Malls
Sanrio Season of Joy had landed at Far East Malls, such as One Holland Village and Orchard Central. This Christmas, the malls will be filled with warm lights, festive cheer, and tons of Christmas decor featuring fan-favourite Sanrio characters, including Kuromi, My Melody, Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, and Hello Kitty. Both malls feature a huge Sanrio-themed Christmas tree topped with Hello Kitty’s iconic pink bow and ribbon.
Sanrio-themed foldable duffle bags.
Image adapted from: Far East Malls
On top of these adorable displays, if you spend $150 in a single day with up to 2 combined receipts and sign up as a shopFarEast member from now to 28th December 2025, you’ll be able to redeem a free Sanrio foldable duffle bag while stock lasts.
Image adapted from: Marina Bay Sands
Every year, MBS has one of the most atas-looking Christmas decor displays in Singapore, and this year it’s no different. This year’s theme, The Nutcracker Christmas, brings almost 190 Christmas trees adorned with champagne-coloured ornaments and lights, as well as 88 nutcrackers, which symbolise appreciation for the MBS staff. Of course, the iconic Levitating Fir Forest will be back.
In addition to the display, there will be a daily Nutcracker Butler’s Concerto happening at the Grand Colonnade from now till 29th December 2025 at 7.30pm and 8.30pm.
More information about The Nutcracker Christmas.
Image credit: @vivocitysingapore via Instagram
If you’re planning to check out the Wicked-themed installations at Sentosa, don’t forget to check out Candyland Christmas at VivoCity as well. The 15m-tall Christmas tree in the outdoor plaza is covered in candy-themed ornaments, such as macarons, lollipops, and candy canes.
Image credit: @vivocitysingapore via Instagram
And from now till 28th December 2025, there will be snow display sessions on Tuesdays to Sundays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm.
Snowfall Spectacle at Capitol Singapore (left) & CHIJMES (right).
Image adapted from: Capitol Singapore, CHIJMES
Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES are celebrating this festive season with Christmas Enchantment from now till 25th December 2025. At both spots, there will be a Snowfall Spectacle daily from 7pm to 9pm, where you can snap magical pics with your family amidst all the festive Christmas decor.
The Singing Tree (left) & Symphony of Lights(right).
Image adapted from: Capitol Singapore, CHIJMES
At Capitol Singapore, you’ll also be able to catch Singing Tree, where Voices of Singapore will perform Christmas carols on Fridays to Sundays, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day at 6.30pm, 7.30pm and 8.30pm. And if you’re at CHIJMES, watch the colourful Christmas light projections at the Symphony of Lights from 7pm to 10pm.
More information about Christmas Enchantment at Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES.
Image credit: Millenia Walk
From now till 28th December 2025, Millenia Walk has a Dreams of Santa Paws Merry-Go-Round Christmas display as part of The Season Aglow campaign. Instead of soft dreamy lights, you’ll be greeted by a modern and conceptual take on a merry-go-round – that actually spins – with bright and colourful neon lights. If you want to sit back and chill, you can also choose to relax in the bean bags and enjoy the installation.
Step into the wild this Christmas at Festive WILD-erland, happening at Bird Paradise & Rainforest Wild ASIA. Capture a family photo at the unique Tree of Life, a wildlife-themed Christmas tree, at the Mandai Wildlife WEST Lawn. The Christmas ornaments aren’t only miniatures of animals you can find at the zoo, but they also shine a light on endangered species.
There are also multiple festive photo points at the park entrance for a picture-perfect backdrop.
From snowy wonderlands to displays of cute characters, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. See all the beautiful decorations Singapore has to offer first-hand and snap memorable holiday pictures with your family.
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Cover image adapted from: Far East Malls, Suntec City, CHIJMES
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