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Singapore’s first Santacon hits Boat Quay on 20-21 Dec 2013!

About Santacon

Brace yourselves everyone for the biggest Christmas party of the year! This year Boat Quay is going to be filled up in a sea of red. Santa RED!

  • When: 20th and 21st Dec 2013
  • Where: Boat Quay Singapore
  • Ticket Sales: $10 (Sat), $20 (Fri & Sat)
  • Prizes: Win an all expense paid trip for 2 to Bali!

On 20th and 21st of December 2013, Boat Quay will be transformed into a joyful Santa’s headquarters as thousands of Santas and Santarinas will take over the riverfront. With the recent events that has happened in this little red dot, join in the song and laughter and let’s #PARTYASONE at the first ever SantaCon in Singapore with an array of activities at Boat Quay’s finest establishments this Christmas season.

SantaCon is an international festive phenomenon where revelers in cities around the world, gather and dress in Santa costumes to embark on a jolly excursion with singing and dancing performances. With roots in Denmark, SantaCon has been made popular and has become an annual fixture on the streets and bars of New York and San Francisco for decades

Programme Highlights!

SANTA CRAWL

  • Date: Friday, 20th December 2013
  • Time: 7pm (Registration ends by 7.30pm) till Late
  • Starting Point: The Fat Pigeon @ UOB Plaza
  • Nearest MRT: Raffles Place (Exit G)
  • Contact: Master Crawler – 96405611

Quench your thirst on the Friday night at Santa Crawl as they amble from stop to stop on a jolly excursion. Whether you’ve been naughty or nice, come explore the Singapore River precinct with the Santas and celebrate the holiday season one drink at a time – entry will include one free party shot per stop. TGIF, get your outfits ready and get ready to party!

MISS SANTABELLA PAGEANT

  • Date: Saturday, 21st December 2013
  • Time: 8pm – 10pm
  • Venue: Purple Bar
  • Address: 82 Boat Quay #01-02, Singapore 049870

15 ladies will battle out to be the face of SantaCon Singapore by exhibiting their skills of knowledge,
beauty, talent – and ultimately, kindness. These contestants will compete to be Miss SantaBella 2013 and the chance to win Santa’s heart. The crowned winners will take home fantastic prizes, including hampers by SaSa Cosmetics worth over S$1000.

SWIRLS & TWIRLS BY SANTARINAS

  • Date: Saturday, 21st December 2013
  • Time: 6pm, 8pm, and 10pm
  • Venue: BQ Bar
  • Address: 39 Boat Quay, Singapore 049828

Singapore’s version of the event will feature some unique twists and surprises – Boat Quay, Santa’s
headquarters this festive season, will see Santa’s battalion of pole-dancing Santarinas from Bobbi’s
Pole Studio, creating Santa’s sexiest grotto.

LAST STAG STANDING

Date: Saturday, 21st December 2013

  • Venue: Harry’s
  • Address: 28 Boat Quay, Singapore 049818
  • Time: 2pm and 7pm
  • Venue: BQ Bar
  • Address: 39 Boat Quay, Singapore 049828
  • Time: 3pm and 8pm

Self Explanatory.

SANTA HUNT

  • Date: Saturday, 21st December 2013
  • Time: 11am – 7pm
  • Starting Point: Ticket Redemption Counter

(please refer to contents inside goodie bag) Set out on a Christmas-themed treasure hunt, as
Santas make their way along the riverfront. Receive a Santa Hunt card with a list of tasks and
a stamp will be issued upon completion of each task. Complete all stops and stand a chance to
away with limited edition Adidas Original X Jeremy Scott sneakers courtesy of sponsors Limited Edt,
spa packages from Nimble/Knead worth over S$3000, professional Fischer Audio headphone sets and more.

One of the top 3 prizes includes all-expenses-paid 3D2N stay and a holiday with quintessential luxury
experience at L Hotel Seminyak, by L Hotels & Resorts. Happy Hunting!

To qualify for the prizes, drop your completed Santa Hunt card at the goodie bag redemption booth located at Mystery Bar.

XMAS GIG GUIDE

  • Date: Saturday, 21st December 2013
  • Time: 10am – 3am (22nd December 2013)
  • Venue: Purple Bar
  • Address: 82 Boat Quay #01-02, Singapore 049870

Expect guest DJ performances from both the local and international music scene, including celebrity blogger-model Peggy Heng, more affectionately known as DJ Dowager. Music lovers also can check out one of the many live acts performing throughout Saturday, 21stDecember.

From home-grown bands playing rock to contemporary pop to chart hits and even jazzy numbers, you will surely get on your feet once the music begins. There are also open mic sessions at certain places for aspiring musicians to croon and grab centre stage.


Disclosure: Collaboration. Information from Press Release.

Bryan Choo

Bryan loves exploring Singapore and sharing his adventures with readers. He enjoys photography, film making, harassing his cats and creating viral content. He is trying to learn more about fashion after someone said he looked like a 40 year old. He is not 40 years old. He's Managing Director at TheSmartLocal.com. He thanks you for reading this and apologises for talking in third person.

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