Things to do in Singapore malls

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If there’s one thing Singaporeans love more than complaining about the sweltering weather, it’s to spend the better part of our days hanging out at shopping malls. Be it catching up with friends after work or bringing the family out for a day of wholesome fun on the weekends, more often than not, we’d end up at these air-conditioned havens whenever we’ve got time to spare.

As such, here are the best things to do at malls in Singapore this week, in case you need a break from your usual shopping sprees and foodie adventures. P.S., entrance to most of, if not all of these exhibitions, events, and pop-ups is completely FOC, but we’re not liable for any impulse purchases made once you step into them.

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– Pop-ups, exhibitions & events –

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1. Sesame Street Christmas

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United Square

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Say hi to Elmo and pals when you swing by United Square this December. The mall is celebrating a Sesame Street Christmas this year, as beloved characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert, and Ernie take to stage during the Sesame Street Christmas Show to entertain the crowds with cheerful singalongs and animated dance moves.

There’ll also be a Magical Bubble Play session that begins 30 minutes before each show, and for a special opportunity to mingle with the Sesame Street crew, spend $30 at United Square to redeem a Meet & Greet pass.

For a fun memento, hit a certain minimum spend at United Square, and you’ll receive nifty Sesame Street-themed gifts. There’s 3 in total to collect, a notebook, tote-brella, and travel bag, available by racking up a minimum spend of $100, $200, and $350 respectively.

Sesame Street Christmas Show @ United Square
Venue: United Square, Main Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 7th Dec
Time: Mon-Fri 1pm & 7pm | Sat-Sun 1pm, 4pm & 7pm

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2. Whimsical Christmas

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i12 Katong

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Another adorable day out at the mall awaits at i12 Katong with its cutesy Christmas-themed characters created by homegrown artist @puffingmuffin. You’ll be able to strike a pose beside various photo spots sporting the smiley bunch at each level of the mall. You’re even incentivised to do so, as those who upload their shots to Instagram and tag @i12katong stand a chance to win a $50 voucher to spend at the mall.

The photo spots also serve as checkpoints for the Whimsical Christmas Trail stamp rally; you can get an activity booklet at the Level 3 Concierge by presenting a receipt showing a minimum spend of $10 to begin your journey. You can also redeem a free colouring sheet here; let your little ones’ inner Picasso run wild, submit the completed sheet, and you just might walk away with $400 worth of gift vouchers.

Venue: Various locations around i12 Katong
Date: Now till 31st Dec

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3. Catch The Holiday Magic

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Suntec City

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Calling all Trainers – there’s a huge Pokémon-themed event taking place at Suntec City, from now till 28th December 2025.

Experience a Snow Show at the 12m-tall Christmas tree at Suntec Plaza, and be wowed by the larger-than-life 6m-tall Pikachu inflatable outside Esplanade MRT.
Image adapted from: Suntec City

Aptly dubbed Catch The Holiday Magic, fans of Pikachu and pals won’t want to give it a miss. For starters, Suntec+ App (App Store | Google Play) members can step into the Explore Like A Trainer Holiday Cabin to embark on a digital quest, which tasks you with spotting beloved Pokémon hiding in a snowy landscape.

Image adapted from: Suntec City

As for photo ops, pay a visit to the Atrium’s Dance Patio on weekends to meet & greet fan-favourites like Pikachu, Eevee, Snorlax, just to name a few, as the mascots make their rounds. On select days, you can’t skip the bustling Dance Parade as Pikachu and friends light up the stage with cheerful holiday performances. And don’t forget to strike a pose with the cutest inflatables of Tepig, Chikorita, and Totodile too.

Meanwhile, collectors looking to add to their binders can visit the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG) Zone which is filled with TCG-related goodies, while gamers can play-test the newly-released Pokémon Legends: Z-A. Pokémon GO players will not be disappointed with the flurry of in-game happenings like Event PokéStops, Gyms, and Timed Research tasks peppered around the mall.

Take part in daily puzzles by stopping by the Advent Christmas Tree at the Atrium. Every day, 2 lucky winners who submit the correct answer via Suntec City’s Instagram page will receive a Pokémon Trading Card Game Fun Pack and a $30 Suntec City e-Voucher.

Pokémon lovers, your festive shopping spree comes with extra perks this season. There are exciting rewards to bring home when you spend a minimum of $180 at the mall, such as the Holiday Edition Pokémon Rug that’s available from 1st December 2025, a 2-piece Holiday Edition Pokémon Gift Bag Set, as well as Suntec City e-Vouchers.

Learn more about Catch The Holiday Magic’s activities & rewards.

Venue: Suntec City, Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), Level 1
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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4. LINE FRIENDS Snow Much Fun

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Tampines 1

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The LINE FRIENDS are infiltrating various Frasers Property Singapore malls as part of their Snow Much Fun campaign, and they’ll be calling Tiong Bahru Plaza and Northpoint CIty home till 7th December 2025.

They’ve set up a mini golf course in Tiong Bahru Plaza for all to try their hand at. It’s all decked out in festive colours, and features pint-sized obstacles to chip over as well as LINE FRIENDS cut-outs to cheer you on as you sink a hole-in-one. Over at Northpoint City, the kids can jump, hop, and skip to their heart’s content at the Bouncy Snow Wonderland inflatable playground.

To get ready for tee-time, pre-register for a slot on the Frasers Experience website and spend a minimum of $50 at participating stores within the mall with the FRx app (App Store | Google Play). The same applies for entry into Bouncy Snow Wonderland; simply head to its booking site to reserve a 25-minute play session.

While you’re at it, you can also redeem a colour-changing umbrella that’s emblazoned with different LINE FRIENDS characters across 3 designs. Bring one home by tapping on the promotion banner on the FRx app and selecting the umbrella eDeal. Do note you’ll have to rack up a minimum spend of $50 at participating FRx stores, and top up an additional $9.90 to receive it.

Venue: Tampines 1, Main Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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5. Holly @ Chinatown Point

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Chinatown Point

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For a wholesome, festive get-together, look no further than Chinatown Point. They’ve kickstarted the holiday festivities with an impressive Christmas tree planted right outside the mall that’s made out of recycled bottles donated by its shoppers. Feel free to snap a pic here; if you take a closer look, the bottles are filled with water that’s dyed green to complete the tree’s base and canopy.

From 1st to 24th December 2025, you can visit the mall’s Singapore Red Cross Gift Wrapping station on Level 1 to get your thoughtful presents beautifully wrapped up. The service’s pay-as-you-please, and all proceeds go to charity. The Salvation Army Christmas Kettling station is also nearby, where you can make donations that will go a long way in helping the elderly, migrant workers, and ex-offenders alike.

If you’ve yet to do your gift shopping, you might want to do so at Chinatown Point for an extra freebie to keep for yourself. Shoppers can redeem a mini luggage sling bag, available in black or silver, upon spending at least $188 at the mall, in a maximum of 3 same-day receipts.

Venue: Various locations around Chinatown Point
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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6. Upon Iridescent Wings

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Wisma Atria

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Image adapted from: SINGPromos, 爬坡的喵 via RED

If you grew up with play-pretend sessions with Barbie dolls, Wisma Atria’s Upon Iridescent Wings exhibition is sure to be especially endearing for you. Step into this Barbie-themed showcase to take a gander at over 70 unique dolls all dressed to the nines in sustainable couture designed by local artists and students from LASELLE College of the Arts.

Swing by the exhibition on Saturdays to take part in the Wings of Childhood Barbie Doll Workshop. Tickets are priced at just $10, and you’ll be able to create a pair of shimmering angel wings for a Barbie doll of your own out of upcycled materials. All proceeds will be donated to Community Chest Singapore, and you can even snap a picture of your creations at a special photobooth.

Wings of Christmas exhibition
Venue: Wisma Atrium, Indoor Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 26th Dec

Wings of Childhood workshop
Venue: Wisma Atrium, Indoor Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 20th Dec
Time: Sat 2.30pm & 4pm

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7. Christmas Candyland

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VivoCity

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Although we don’t get to experience a white Christmas in Singapore, VivoCity’s annual festive installation never fails to emulate the sight of snowflakes drifting through the air. This year’s no different, so you’ll want to pay a visit to their Christmas Candyland to add to the holiday cheer.

Image adapted from: VivoCity Singapore

Like its name suggests, you’ll be able to strike a pose beside several candy-themed displays at the mall’s Outdoor Plaza on Level 1, such as an oversized gingerbread house and a 15m-tall Christmas tree that’s adorned with giant sweets. At 7.30pm and 8.30pm on Tuesday to Sunday, a spectacular shower of faux snowfall will rain from above.

Some DIY fun awaits shoppers who spend at least $200 in a single same-day receipt too. Make a stop at the Create-Your-Own Sweet Surprise booth at Northwest Boulevard, Level 1, to personalise a Candyland bag tag with holiday-related charms.

A World of Whimsy and Wonder display
Venue: VivoCity, Outdoor Plaza, Level 1
Date: Now till further notice
Time (snow display sessions): Tue-Sun, 7.30pm & 8.30pm

Create-Your-Own Sweet Surprise activity
Venue: VivoCity, Northwest Boulevard, Level 1, near Chanel
Date: Now till 21st Dec
Time: Sat-Sun, 4pm-8pm

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8. Snoopy Fa La-La-La-La Christmas

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Harbourfront Centre

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The young’uns of today grow up with the pups of Paw Patrol, but for the older folks, Snoopy was the OG pooch that accompanied us during our formative years. As such, say hi to the iconic beagle and Charlie Brown at Harbourfront Centre’s Snoopy Fa La-La-La-La Christmas event.

The mall’s Level 1 Atrium is decorated with photo spots depicting the whole Peanuts crew visiting various attractions around the world, with a huge Snoopy inflatable serving as an adorable centrepiece.

You can also shop for Snoopy-inspired souvenirs right here; we spotted t-shirts (from $25), tote bags (from $25), plushies ($29.90), backpacks ($39.90), and bath mats ($39.90). There’s also a DIY keychain bar (from $10) where you can customise a personalised trinket with your initials and other Peanuts-related charms.

Venue: Harbourfront Centre, Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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9. Sanrio Season of Joy

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One Holland Village

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Fans of Sanrio, you’ll want to make a beeline for Far East Malls like Orchard Central, One Holland Village, and CQ @ Clarke Quay. As part of their Sanrio Season of Joy campaign, these malls will be playing host to a multitude of Sanrio-themed festivities. But if you only have time to swing by one, we recommend heading to One Holland Village.

Image credit: Far East Malls

For starters, snap a pic by the towering Christmas tree set up in the mall’s Christmas Village; it shimmers beautifully at night. Nearby, a cottage display that sports the scheming Kuromi and cheerful My Melody is perfect for cutesy selfies.

Image credit: Far East Malls

You can’t talk about Christmas without also mentioning gifts, so indulge in some retail therapy at the Sanrio pop-up store. Even its entrance is thoughtfully Hello Kitty-themed; bring home goodies such as t-shirts emblazoned with your favourite characters, plushies, and the ever-popular blind boxes.

Image adapted from: Far East Malls

For a sweet freebie, shoppers who spend at least $150 in a single day with up to 2 combined same-day receipts, and sign up as a shopFarEast (App Store | Google Play) member can redeem a Sanrio foldable duffle bag. There are 5 designs in total to collect, featuring Kuromi, My Melody, Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, and Hello Kitty.

Venue: One Holland Village, Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 16th Dec

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10. Wishes from the Heart

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Marina Square

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Image credit: Marina Square

Marina Square is hosting a Care Bear takeover this holiday season. Dubbed Wishes from the Heart, the mall’s central atrium on Level 2 will be transformed into a colourful and cuddly wonderland inhabited by the beloved Care Bears. For a breather from all the shopping, have a seat at the 8m-tall Care-a-Lot Christmas Tree’s base that’s adorned with soft cushion hearts.

Image adapted from: Marina Square

There’s also the Cloud Ball Pit for the kids to run amok in, but don’t forget to tune in to the Magic Bubble Show happening at the nearby Care Bears Castle on Wednesdays and Thursdays. For the creative minds, the Art Station has free colouring sheets to fill in, and rub shoulders with your favourite Care Bears at the meet & greet sessions taking place throughout the rest of the month and December.

Image adapted from: Marina Square

There are also complimentary Care Bear gifts to snag upon hitting various tiers of minimum spend on your visit, limited to 1 redemption per member per day:

Gift	Minimum spend required
2 Care Bear gift wrappers	$50
2 Care Bear gift wrappers + Colour changing umbrella	$150
2 Care Bear gift wrappers + Plushy Cooler Bag	$180

Do note that you’ll have to register as a member via the Marina Square app (App Store | Google Play) to redeem these rewards, and you can use up to 3 same-day receipts to hit the required minimum spend tiers.

Magic Bubble Show at Care Bear Castle
Venue: Marina Square, Centre Atrium, Level 2
Date: 22nd Nov-21st Dec
Time: Wed 3.30pm, 6.45pm, 7.15pm | Thu-Sun 6.45pm, 7.15pm, 7.45pm

Meet & Greet with Care Bears
Venue: Marina Square, Centre Atrium, Level 2
Date: 22nd Nov-21st Dec
Time: Fri-Sun & Thu (11th & 18th Dec only) 2.30pm, 4pm, 5.30pm

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11. Wrapped in Wonder

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Paragon

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As Orchard Road becomes enveloped in swathes of gold, red, and green as part of its annual Christmas light-up, Paragon’s gearing up for the holiday season too.

Image credit: Paragon

As part of their Wrapped in Wonder campaign, the mall will play host to live performances from now till 21st December 2025. These include acts by the MINISTRY OF BELLz handbell ensemble, pop keyboardist Elizabeth, and the Victoria Chorale choir to name a few.

Meanwhile, little ones will have a whale of a time at Paragon Junior, located on Level 5 of the mall. On weekends, they can sit in for Tales & Tunes storytelling sessions, participate in some balloon sculpting, or get their face painted to spread the festive cheer. In December, they’ll even get to say hi to a roving Santa and glam up with glitter tattoos.

Venue: Various locations around Paragon
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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12. Wiggle Hotel

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Plaza Singapura

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Singaporeans just can’t get enough of Wiggle Wiggle’s bear-motif offerings, so the South Korean lifestyle brand is back with another pop-up in the form of Wiggle Hotel. Stationed within Plaza Singapura, a giant sculpture of their iconic Wiggle Bear greets shoppers as you set foot within its whimsically-coloured premises.

Other cheeky photo spots include a small ball pit that’s deceptively deep, a photobooth with various frame designs, as well as a bedroom set adorned with merch. Speaking of, they’ve got new products lining their shelves too. Some to keep an eye out for include backpacks ($143), claw clips ($12), luggages (from $132), and desk fans ($55).

Venue: Plaza Singapore, #01-01, Level 1
Date: Now till 4th Jan 2026

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13. Mofusand Holidays

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Bugis Junction & Bugis+

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Following the appearance of towering cat inflatables at malls like Plaza Singapura and Westgate, the band of adorable furballs is back to kick-start Mofusand Holidays. If you’re a serial shopper, you might have already snapped a pic at the several Mofusand-themed installations spread across 17 CapitaLand malls.

Image credit: CapitaLand

The most impressive of the bunch can be found at Bugis Junction, where you can spot plenty of felines dressed in shark and fruit-inspired costumes or playfully posing with desserts. You can also post your snaps at any of these installations on Instagram and tag CapitaLand Mall’s page to stand a chance to win a $50 eCaptita Voucher.

If you just have the itch to take one of them home, head over to Bugis+, where a pop-up shop awaits. The Mofusand Exhibition Teddy Bear Meow Mascot Keychain ($29) is a must-buy for fans, while shirts ($35), tote bags ($29), and even cabin luggages are all great purchases to profess your love for the cats.

Venue: Bugis Junction & Bugis+
Date: Now till 31st Dec

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14. orchardgateway SG60 Heart&Soul experience

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Multisensory exhibition with interactive installations

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National Day might be well past us, but nothing’s stopping you from learning more about the country we call home. As such, head on over to orchardgateway to experience the futuristic SG60 Heart&Soul exhibition at library@orchard.

It’s a ticketed but free exhibition that you can sign up for via the Heart&Soul website. There are 7 installations in total to check out, each with its own quirks and themes. For instance, the World 60 exhibit is a nod to the iconic Thambi Magazine store and features 61 newspaper front pages, while the trippy Windows in the Sky introduces you to an AI-generated version of yourself set against the backdrop of a futuristic Singapore.

Admission: Free
Venue:  library@orchard, orchardgateway, L4
Date: 26th August-31st December 2025

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– Sales, deals & promotions –

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15. Christmas Fantasy

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Takashimaya

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If you’ve got tons of gift shopping to do, look no further than Takashimaya’s Christmas Fantasy sale. Running from now till 28th December 2025, their shelves are stocked full with products from brands like Sanrio, Pokémon, Bandai, and Takara Tomy, just to name a few.

There’s also a Smiggle section where parents can pick up school supplies for the new academic year ahead, and a Craftholic pop-up to bring home cuddly plushies and cute trinkets from just $5. Speaking of which, happening this weekend only on 6th and 7th December 2025, there’ll be a free meet & greet session featuring their adorable mascots for a cute photo op.

Venue: Takashimaya, Takashimaya Square, B2
Date: Now till 28th Dec

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16. Mega Beauty Festival

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Beauty gurus, you won’t want to miss out on the ongoing Mega Beauty Festival at Hougang Mall. They’ve flooded the mall’s atrium on Level 1 with deals on K-beauty products, make-up, skincare must-haves, and a plethora of perfumes to perfect your look. The discounts aren’t to be scoffed at either, as they’ve slashed prices by up to a whopping 90%.

Image adapted from: @megabeautyfestival.sg via Instagram

Some big-name brands going for cheap to keep an eye out for include Hermès, Chloé, Prada, Medicube, Torriden, Anna Sui, Marc Jacobs, and Sulwhasoo.

Venue: Hougang Mall, Atrium, Level 1
Date: Now till 7th Dec

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Here’s where to shop & what to do at the malls in Singapore this week

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When it comes to things to do in Singapore, you can be sure that our bustling shopping malls are always chock-full of activities to keep you entertained. Whether you’re a serial shoppaholic on the prowl for the best deals or a casual shopper looking for something to fill out your weekend with, you can’t go wrong with this list of mall-related deals and activities.

For more shopping-related reads:

• Ultimate guide to shopping in Singapore
• Best malls in Singapore based on types of shoppers
• New & upgraded malls in Singapore in 2025

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Cover image adapted from: Plaza Singapura, @artisynx via Instagram, Hermès