Mid-Autumn Festival 2019 at Jurong Point
Mid-Autumn Festival is a time to enjoy mooncakes and go for night strolls under the full moon – but we can do all that and more at Jurong Point with their Sanrio-themed festivities.
From 16th August – 15th September 2019, you’ll be meeting Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty, Cinamoroll, Pompompurin, Gudetama and Kerokerokeroppi. From life-sized inflatables to an IG-worthy lantern tunnel, here are several festive highlights to enjoy at Jurong Point.
Take photos with life-sized inflatables of Sanrio characters
Don’t miss out on exploring the 6-metre long Sanrio Characters Lantern Tunnel – it’s lined with lanterns in the form of Keroppi, Gudetama, Pompompurin and other Sanrio friends. This illuminated tunnel will excite all kids and tug at the nostalgic heartstrings of adults.
After strolling through the Lantern Tunnel, spot Pompompurin and Cinnamoroll scattered around Jurong Point in the form of life-sized inflatables. It’s not every day you get to see a life-sized Pompompurin – take the chance to snap a picture to post on IG!
Dates: 16th August – 15th September 2019
Stroll under the full moon with Hello Kitty
Head for a lantern walkabout when the moon is at its fullest and brightest, from 6.30PM onwards. Follow a trail around the mall as you admire the full moon. You will also get to collect a goodie bag with vouchers and mooncakes after your stroll – all of which are worth more than $50. This activity is only limited to the first 150 individuals* so you better be on the ball and chiong!
*Participants to spend a minimum of $50 ($100 at NTUC FairPrice or FairPrice Xtra) in a single receipt. Register at the Customer Service Counter located at Level 1 in JP 1 and Level 3 at JP2.
Date: 13th September 2019
Sample both traditional and snow skin mooncakes at the Mooncake Fair
Image credit: Bakerzin Bobba Love Collection
Take your pick from the seemingly endless rows of mooncakes. There are both traditional baked mooncakes and snow skin mooncakes for you to taste. Fans of the King of Fruits can take it up a notch since there’ll also be durian mooncakes available at this Mooncake Fair Extravaganza, while Boba lovers can look forward to trying Pearl Yuan Yang mooncakes.
Dates: 26th August – 13th September 2019
Enjoy cultural performances
At the main atrium, take a break from the mooncake tasting and shopping to enjoy the performances lined up. Watch a modern fusion drum performance, magic show, and the mysterious face-changing act from Sichuan.
Date: 13th September 2019
Test your claw machine skills to win a Sanrio plushie
Put your claw machine skills to the ultimate test by winning one of these exclusive plushies of Sanrio characters for yourself or your bae. If you’ve spent at least $30* in Jurong Point, put the expense to good use by redeeming 3 tokens from the customer service counter to get 3 free tries at the claw machine!
It beats buying one off the shelves – especially with that satisfying rush of adrenaline you get once the plushie drops into the slot.
There are also themed photo booths set up around the mall for you to snap a picture with
*To score a chance at the claw machine, spend $30 ($60 at NTUC FairPrice and FairPrice Xtra) in a single receipt to redeem 3 tokens. T&Cs apply.
Dates: 16th August – 15th September 2019
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival with Sanrio characters at Jurong Point
With Hello Kitty and Sanrio friends inflatables, an IG-worthy lantern tunnel, and Sanrio-themed photo booths, there’s plenty happening at Jurong Point.
While you’ll be enjoying the celebrations with your favourite Sanrio characters, take the time to also check out their annual mooncake fair – it showcases a range of traditional and snow skin mooncakes from topnotch vendors like Fullerton Hotel and Mandarin Orchard.
Spend a min. of $30 to join their grand lucky draw – one winner will be able to score an OSIM uDiva Star Massage Sofa (worth $3,299).
Find out more about Jurong Point x Sanrio Characters Mid-Autumn Festival here
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Photography by Tan Wen Lin.