Cute & creative angbao designs for CNY 2025
Are you usually the one gleefully collecting angbaos or doing the not-so-gleeful giving? Either way, we can all agree that the highlight of this tradition (other than the cash inside) is admiring the angbao designs. Bonus points if they happen to feature this year’s zodiac animal. So if you love hoarding red packets or simply want to impress your recipients this CNY, here are 17 cute and creative angbao designs for 2025 you’ll want to snag.
P.S. Our angbao guide has all the answers if you have questions on how much to give or when to start handing out your first angbao.
Table of Contents
- Cute & creative angbao designs for CNY 2025
- 1. KFC x Mofusand
- 2. McDonald’s x Sanrio
- 3. Changi Airport x Sanrio
- 4. National Heritage Board
- 5. Beyond The Vines
- 6. Pop Mart
- 7. Wheniwasfour
- 8. All Would Envy
- 9. Ippudo
- 10. Genki Sushi
- 11. G-SHOCK
- 12. Dian Xiao Er
- 13. RE&S
- 14. Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
- 15. Downtown East
- 16. Asahi Super Dry x TERADAMOKEI
- 17. Trust Bank
1. KFC x Mofusand
Cats + fried chicken = purrfection
Image credit: KFC
This CNY, KFC has teamed up with Mofusand to bring us fried chicken with a side of adorable cats. The best part is the angbaos are free to redeem from now till 11th February 2025 – simply purchase a Cereal Chicken or Cereal Chicken Burger Box/Buddy Meal/Feast. There are 2 designs available at all KFC outlets in Singapore, except the Zoo and Sentosa outlets.
It’s limited to 1 redemption per receipt, so you might want to plan your meals accordingly to cop these red packets featuring Mofusand’s signature chonky cats performing the lion dance.
2. McDonald’s x Sanrio
My Melody & Cinnamoroll paradise
Image credit: @heli0323 via Instagram
McDonald’s has rolled out My Melody and Cinnamoroll angbaos which are almost too cute to give away. There are 3 designs to choose from, each featuring your fave Sanrio characters. Each pack comes with 6 pieces and is yours for free when you purchase any Prosperity Feast.
Like all good things, these angbaos are while stocks last, so head to your nearest McDonald’s before they’re all gone.
3. Changi Airport x Sanrio
Hello Kitty & Friends for those who love all things cute
Image credit: Changi Airport
Following the Hello Kitty Festive Wonderland, Changi Airport has something special in store once again for fans of all things kawaii.
To get a set of the Hello Kitty & Friends angbaos, you’ll have to spend a minimum of $80 or $100 on supermarket purchases in a single receipt at the public areas of Changi Airport Terminals 1 to 4. Take note purchases made at Jewel Changi Airport and on iShopChangi do not qualify.
Redemption is from now till 12th February 2025 and you’ll need to do it via the Changi App. Angbaos can be collected at vending machines in Terminal 3, Basement 2 or Terminal 4, Level 2 Departure.
4. National Heritage Board
Snake-themed designs with a touch of history
Image credit: NHB International and Museum Relations
The National Heritage Board is back with its annual Museum Roundtable (MR) Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign. From 21st January to 12th February 2025, you can pick up a set of 6 snake-themed red packet designs at 48 participating museums, heritage institutions, and galleries.
Redemption criteria vary by location – some might ask you to follow their social media page or participate in an activity – so it’s a fun way to learn more about Singapore’s heritage while collecting these unique designs.
For serious collectors, there’s the Collector’s Box Set priced at $98. It includes two full sets of red packets from all 48 participating members, complemented by an exclusive National Heritage Board design. Available only at the Asian Civilisations Museum on 1st and 2nd February 2025, this box set is limited to just 400 pieces, so make sure to mark your calendar.
5. Beyond The Vines
Bright colours & orange motif for double the huat
Image credit: @beyondthevines via Instagram
Beyond The Vines’ red packet design features an orange motif and bright hues that scream prosperity, and are perfect for adding a pop of colour to your stash. This set of 10 angbaos comes in 2 different colourways to double the huat.
Get a free set with every $100 spent in a single receipt, both online and in stores. Each order is limited to 5 packets, so plan your haul wisely. As always, it’s while stocks last.
6. Pop Mart
Featuring crowd favourites like Labubu & Crybaby
Image credit: Pop Mart
Pop Mart fans, this one’s for you. If you can’t resist buying figurines and blind boxes, you’ll be glad to know that your favourite characters like Labubu and Crybaby are taking over red packet designs too.
From now till 2nd February 2025, receive a set of red packets with a minimum purchase of $198 in a single receipt at any Pop Mart retail store or online at popmart.sg. Each customer is limited to 1 gift per transaction.
7. Wheniwasfour
Perfect for reminiscing childhood memories
Image credit: Wheniwasfour
Take a trip down memory lane with Wheniwasfour’s snakes and ladders-themed red packets. They are perfect for reminiscing about your childhood, particularly the fun and excitement of playing this classic board game with your friends.
Each pack is priced at $7.90 and contains 10 red packets. You can grab these nostalgic red packets on Wheniwasfour’s website.
8. All Would Envy
Mini fortune cats because the more the merrier
Image credit: All Would Envy
All Would Envy brings you mini fortune cat-themed red packets that are as adorable as they are lucky. These packets feature clever CNY motifs, like hotpot and lion dance, to keep the festive spirit alive.
With a minimum spend of $150 in a single transaction, you’ll receive a pack of 8 angbaos. These are available both online and in-store at Junction 8 (out of stock at the Plaza Singapura outlet). Each customer is limited to one pack per day.
9. Ippudo
Daruma doll design for extra blessings
Image credit: @ippudosg via Instagram
Ippudo is serving up angbaos with a twist of good fortune this CNY, featuring the Daruma doll, a symbol of perseverance and good luck. Plus, the ramen noodles represent blessings that are unending, making these red packets a meaningful addition to your CNY festivities.
Spend $50 on dine-in or takeaway at any of their outlets ($70 at MBS) and you’ll receive a set of red packets while stocks last.
10. Genki Sushi
Featuring Genki’s bear mascot disguised as a fortune cat
Image credit: Genki Sushi
It never hurts to add some extra cuteness to your celebrations and Genki Sushi agrees. At first glance, the angbao design looks like a lucky fortune cat, but when you pull out the envelope, you’ll reveal Genki’s bear mascot in its original form.
Receive these red packets for free with a minimum spend of $50 when you dine in, while stocks last.
11. G-SHOCK
Ushering in the Year of the Snake in style
Image credit: @gshock_sg via Instagram
G-SHOCK is celebrating the Year of the Snake with a stylish red packet design. The unique snake motif is crafted from a watch strap and it even resembles the number “8”, which we all know is considered especially auspicious in Chinese culture.
Receive a set of 8 red packets when you purchase any G-SHOCK watch in stores or online. You must be a CASIO ID Member to redeem, but don’t worry – you can sign up easily and for free.
12. Dian Xiao Er
Quirky DD.Duck designs to brighten your day
Image credit: Dian Xiao Er
As a brand known for its duck dishes, it’s no surprise that Dian Xiao Er has incorporated its beloved DD.Duck mascot into their red packet designs. The bright colours and quirky duck illustrations are sure to bring a smile to your face.
With every purchase of any set menu from now till 12th February 2025, you’ll receive a free Prosperity Handbag Bundle, which includes a Fortune DD.Duck and DD.Duck red packets.
13. RE&S
Pretty pastels complemented by fortune cat designs
Image credit: RE&S
RE&S has angbaos in pretty pastel colours with fortune cat designs to add a lucky touch to your CNY celebrations.
You’ll receive 6 angbaos in 3 different designs with every purchase of Yu Sheng or Reunion Bundles at Ichiban Boshi and Ichiban Sushi, available in-store or online.
14. Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
Not just cute, but also punny
Image credit: Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks
Featuring a snake-themed design, Shihlin Taiwan Street Snacks’ red packets are also a play on the Chinese phrases “蛇麽都有” (have everything) and “蛇麽都旺” (everything prospers), making them as witty as they are festive.
Spend a minimum of $15 in a single receipt from now till 16th February 2025 and you’ll receive these red packets for free.
15. Downtown East
Switching things up with panda-themed designs
Image credit: Downtown East
Downtown East is switching things up this year with adorable panda-themed red packets that are sure to win over your young nieces and nephews, before they even open them to see what’s inside.
From now till 12th February 2025, NTUC members can spend $70 or $140 including NTUC FairPrice receipts to redeem these angbaos. Non-members need to spend $80 or $160 including NTUC FairPrice receipts to get their hands on them. Redemption is available while stocks last at the E!Avenue Level 2 Information Counter.
16. Asahi Super Dry x TERADAMOKEI
Customise your own angbaos
Image credit: Asahi Super Dry
Get creative and hand out one-of-a-kind angbaos to your loved ones with the Asahi Super Dry x TERADAMOKEI collab. Each set includes a Model Kit sticker pack, letting you customise your own angbaos for a personal touch.
Simply purchase a pack of 6 (330ml) Asahi Super Dry cans at participating supermarkets to redeem them, while stocks last.
17. Trust Bank
An ode to the classic childhood game
Image credit: Trust Bank
Trust Bank is taking us back to our childhoods with a snakes and ladders-inspired angbao design – a fun twist on the classic game we all know and love. These angbaos are only available for Trust customers, so it’s really exclusive.
Use your Trust card and spend a minimum of $88 to receive a redemption coupon for 2 sets of red packets. Present the coupon at one of the four Trust Experience Centre locations to collect your angbaos: FairPrice Xtra VivoCity, FairPrice Finest PLQ, FairPrice Xtra Hougang 1, and FairPrice Xtra JEM.
You’ll need to hurry as the redemption period runs from now till 26th January 2025, while stocks last.
Collect these angbaos for a mega huat CNY 2025
With so many creative and adorable angbao designs this year, there’s no shortage of ways to add a little extra cheer to your CNY celebrations. And if you can’t decide on one, why not collect ‘em all?
More to help you prep for CNY:
- Non-tacky CNY decorations
- Online stores in Singapore for new CNY clothes
- Card games for CNY
- How to play mahjong
Cover image adapted from: All Would Envy, Changi Airport, Pop Mart & KFC