Right now, you’re probably simmering down from the Black Friday and Cyber Monday hype, pretending you’re an influencer making ASMR unboxing videos. Well, as they say, there ain’t no rest for the wicked – because Christmas is fast approaching and there’s yet another round of sales.
We’ve done some detective work and sniffed out the best deals in December, like an extra 15% off k-beauty products and $5 Sapporo beers.
Image adapted from: @laneigesg
If you’re one to love Korean beauty products, you’re in luck because Laneige products are going on sale at Althea.
What’s sweet about this deal is that you’ll get an additional 15% off already slashed prices when you use the promo code <LBD15GIFT> upon checkout. You’ll also be receiving a free gift in the form of a mini Cream Skin Refiner (U.P. $38) along with your order.
Deal: Additional 15% off Laneige products
Promotion period: Now till 13th December 2022
Contact: Althea website
We’ve all heard the news that our beloved Jurong Bird Park is moving out of its old location to a new home in Mandai. Before we bird the current location farewell, it’s time to pay it one last visit as Jurong Bird Park is offering $10 admissions for locals. All you need is a valid WildPass, which is free to apply for.
Since the bird park is closing its doors on 3rd January 2023, this will be your last chance to relive the nostalgia. The park will also be serving up local hawker favourites at the Flamingo Lounge during this period along with carnival rides and game booths.
Deal: $10 admission fee for Singapore residents
Promotion period: Now till 3rd January 2023
Address: 2 Jurong Hill, 628925 Singapore
Opening hours: 8.30am-6pm daily
Contact: 6269 3411 | Jurong Bird Park website
This attraction might scare your socks off if you’re afraid of heights, but rest assured that you’ll be in safe hands. Airzone is a suspended net playground in City Square Mall that has a ball pit and even giant slides.
This December, they’re offering $10 off a set of family tickets at $70 (U.P. $80), which covers 4 x 60-minute admissions. This deal is available both online or onsite, and you can flash the promotion page to the staff onsite to get your tickets.
If you’re a fan of trampoline parks, BOUNCE is also having a promotion of their own with $20 off a 5-session pass at $100 (U.P $120), lasting 12 months.
Airzone
Deal: $70 for 4 admissions (60 minutes each)
Promotion period: Now till 25th December 2022
Address: 180 Kitchener Road, #02-K4, K10 City Square Mall, 208539
Opening hours: 10am-9.30pm daily
Contact: 6631 9789 | Airzone website
BOUNCE
Deal: $100 for a 5-session pass
Promotion period: Now till 31 December 2022
Address: 8 Grange Road, #09-01 Cineleisure, Singapore 239695
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 10am-10pm | Sat-Sun & PH 9am-10pm
Contact: 6816 2879 | BOUNCE website
Image credit: @theburgerface
Japanese food lovers would know that Menya Kokoro has some of the best mazesoba and ramen on offer. This month, it’s not all about the noodles but rather, the booze. This deal is offered at their 100AM outlet – a mazesoba restaurant by day and ramen izakaya by night.
Have your beer with a bowl of mazesoba, which means “mixed noodles”.
It’s perfect for after-work drinks, as they’re offering Sapporo draft beer at just $5 (U.P. $11) a pint. If that’s not good enough, try out some sake with their sake sampler set ($48, U.P. $54.90), which comes with 5 different sakes. Pair your drinks with sides – such as the Mini Sukiyaki Bowl ($7.90) or Butter Shoyu Fries ($4.80) – to complete the full izakaya experience.
Deal: $5 for a pint of Sapporo draft beer | $48 for a sake sampler set (exclusively for dine-in only)
Promotion period: Now till 31st December 2022
Address: 100 Tras Street, #02-10 100AM Mall, Singapore 079027
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 11am-3pm, 5pm-9pm | Fri-Sat 11am-9.30pm | Sun 11am-9pm
Contact: 6443 1727 | Menya Kokoro website
For homebodies who prefer to order in your meals and groceries, you haven’t been forgotten. Deliveroo will be charging delivery fees of only $1.99 for all orders above $12 in the month of December. Now that the floodgates of food have been opened, you can try a different restaurant every day. We’d recommend Rising Sando, Tiong Bahru Bakery, and Kith Cafe, to name a few.
Deal: $1.99 delivery for orders above $12
Promotion period: Now till 31st December
Image adapted from: @xuansnacs
There are even deals for boba fiends out there, especially if you love milk tea. I’m just going to cut to the chase and give you the good news: Bober Tea is offering a 1-for-1 deal on their milk tea series when you pay by NETS or DBS Paylah QR code in store. Be sure to follow them on Instagram at @boberteasg, as this deal applies to followers only.
Whether you go for a medium or large cup, you’ll still be able to claim the 1-for-1 deal. However, do note that this deal is limited to 1 transaction per customer and toppings are not included.
Deal: 1-for-1 milk tea when you pay by NETS or DBS Paylah QR code
Promotion period: Now till 30th November 2023
Boba, check. K-beauty, check. Hair and scalp? Well, we’ve got that checked too.
Topp Care is the Topp G when it comes to hair related promotions. This month, they’re bringing their Botanical Scalp Treatment to you at just $40 (U.P. $309). This treatment will be customised to your needs and even comes with a Hair & Scalp analysis and Hair Care Kit. As a little extra, you’ll be included in a draw for a pair of cruise getaway tickets when you visit them for your scalp treatment.
Deal: Up to 85% off on Botanical Scalp Treatment
Promotion period: Now till 31st December 2022
Address: 3 Simei Street 6, Eastpoint Mall #03-24, Singapore 528833
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11am-9pm | Sat-Sun & PH 10am-7pm
Telephone: 6645 3020 | Topp Care website
Image adapted from: Unsplash
Sporty or not, Nike has always been a staple when it comes to athleisure and streetwear. This December, they’re offering a 40% discount when you purchase 2 or more selected items online. Use the code <1212SALE> upon checkout at Nike.com or the Nike app to apply discounts to your order.
Deal: 40% off selected items
Promotion period: Now till 12th December 2022
Image adapted from: @corporaljoey
At Cellarbration’s year-end sale, you’ll be able to stock up on booze on the low low with some items going at 60% off. Cellarbration carries a copious selection of booze – such as beers, wines, and whiskies – that’ll get you ready for the Christmas celebrations ahead.
On their website, they also have a warehouse sale running concurrently with bottles of wine going for as low as $6.50. With this promo, you’ll be able to snag a bottle of Mcguigan Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon for just $26 (U.P. $35) or load up on booze for upcoming Christmas parties with party packs that cost less than $100.
Deal: Up to 60% off on alcoholic beverages
Promotion period: Now till 31st December 2022
Address: 361 Ubi Road 3, #01-00, Singapore 408664
Opening hours: 11am-9pm, Daily (Closed on public holidays)
Contact: Cellarbration website
Get your K-BBQ fix at I’m Kim Korean BBQ and GOROGORO for just $18.90 (U.P $28.90) till 31st January 2023. This deal is only available at I’m Kim at SOTA and GOROGORO at The Centrepoint. Dining timing is also limited to 5.30pm on weekdays and 3pm-5pm on weekends, except for PHs and the eve of PHs.
Be sure to get comfy among your group of foodies as there’ll be no splitting of tables during the 90-minute course. Also, stacking of discounts to create the ultimate endgame discount is not permitted – even if you have the Infinity Gauntlet.
Deal: $18.90 for a buffet meal at I’m Kim & GOROGORO
Promotion period: Now till 31st January 2023
I’m Kim Korean BBQ
Address: 1 Zubir Said Drive #01-04 School of The Arts, 227968
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11.30am-4pm, 5.30pm-10pm | Sat-Sun & PH 11.30am-10.30pm
Contact: 6238 7218
GOROGORO
Address: 176 Orchard Road, #03-43 The Centrepoint, Singapore 238843
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 11.30am-4pm, 5.30pm-10pm | Sat-Sun & PH 11.30am-10.30pm
Contact: 6385 7854
While Black Friday and Cyber Monday may be over, there’s still an abundance of deals out there waiting to be discovered. We’ve given you the starter pack of December deals, but who knows how many more there are? Collect deals like they’re Pokémon and you’re on your way to being a true Smart Local.
For more happenings in December, check out:
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