Places to see “snow” in Singapore for free
It’s the Christmas season, and with the end of the year approaching, many of us are starting to plan the next getaway to experience snow and cooler climates. However, some of us may not have the budget for a trip to the snowy mountains in Harbin or Yunnan, but still want to experience snowfall in the mood of this festive holiday.
Fret not, as there are plenty of Xmas pop-ups and events happening in our little red dot right now, where you can witness a white Christmas. Here’s a list of places to see “snow” in Singapore for free.
Table of Contents
- Places to see “snow” in Singapore for free
- 1. Catch The Holiday Magic at Suntec City Mall
- 2. The Magic of Adventure with Disney Cruise Line at Jewel
- 3. The Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City
- 4. Candyland at VivoCity
- 5. Changi Festive Village at T3 Departure Hall
- 6. Christmas Adventure at The Woodleigh Mall
- 7. Christmas Enchantment at Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES
- 8. Snow Splendours at Tanglin Mall
- 9. Sparkle in the Joy of Homecoming at The Star Vista
- – Paid events –
- Bonus: Christmas Wonderland 2025
- Bonus: A Universal Christmas at USS
- Visit these places to experience magical “snow” in Singapore for free
1. Catch The Holiday Magic at Suntec City Mall
Snowfall shows accompanied by cute Pokémon decor
Image adapted from: Suntec City
In collaboration with Pokémon, Catch The Holiday Magic at Suntec City will have snowfall shows taking place at Suntec Plaza from Thursdays to Sundays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm, with an extra show at 9.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
You can also look forward to Pokémon merch, a 6m-tall Pikachu inflatable, a trading card game zone, and meet-and-greet sessions.
Event period: From now till 25th December 2025
2. The Magic of Adventure with Disney Cruise Line at Jewel
16m-tall festive Christmas tree with Mickey-shaped ornaments
Right after the daily free light and music showcase at the Jewel Rain Vortex, there’ll be a snowfall around the giant festive Christmas tree. If you haven’t heard, the Disney Cruise Line-themed Christmas is underway. Catch all your fave Disney, Pixar, and Marvel characters when you head to the mall.
As for the snowfall, catch it every day at 7.35pm, 8.05pm, and 9.05pm; with an extra show at 10.05pm from Fridays to Sundays.
Event period: From now till 4th January 2026
3. The Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City
Snowfall shows & carnival games
The Great Christmas Village 2025 will be adding more cheer and merry to the bustling Orchard Road, with snowfall shows and a festive village at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Happening daily at 8pm and 9pm, the snowfall shows will last 4 minutes for each session, so come prepared by looking at the show schedules online.
There will also be a festive carnival with food stalls that will fill the atmosphere with a delectable aroma and live performances by local artists every weekend and 7.30pm and 8.45pm for 45 minutes each session.
Find out more about The Great Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City.
Event period: From now till 1st January 2026
4. Candyland at VivoCity
Experience snowfall at this candyland-themed wonderland
Image credit: @vivocitysingapore via Instagram
To catch the snowfall at VivoCity, head outside the mall where a Candyland has been built with a giant snowman, gingerbread house, and rainbow-coloured lollipops. The faux snowfall show is happening every evening from Tuesdays to Sundays at 7.30pm and 8.30pm. The enormous candyland-themed Christmas tree here would make the perfect backdrop for your IG photos, so get your cameras ready.
Find out more about Candyland at VivoCity.
Event period: From now till 28th December 2025
5. Changi Festive Village at T3 Departure Hall
Take pictures with a giant Mickey Mouse against a snowfall backdrop
In celebration of Disney Cruise coming to Singapore, Changi Festive Village has been transformed into a Disney wonderland. Catch Captain Mickey and Minnie at T3 Departure Hall where there’ll be a daily snowfall happening.
The showtimes will be at 7.30pm and 8.30pm from Mondays to Thursdays, and at hourly intervals from 7.30pm to 9.30pm from Fridays to Sundays.
Find out more about Changi Festive Village at T3.
Event period: From now till 4th January 2026
6. Christmas Adventure at The Woodleigh Mall
Daily 20-minute snowfall
The Woodleigh Mall is bringing snowy vibes through December with their Christmas Adventure. If you live near Bidadari, this is the place for your kiddos to attend Frosty Snow Play, happening daily from 7.30pm to 7.50pm. Just head to the Level 1 entrance near Collin’s Gastro Dining to catch the snowfall.
Event period: From now till 31st December 2025
7. Christmas Enchantment at Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES
Frequent snowfall shows & a singing tree
Image credit: Capitol Singapore
Joining in the festive cheer this season is the Christmas Enchantment at Capitol Singapore & CHIIJMES, where there will be a Christmas market, nightly snowfall, and live carolling. The merry snowfall shows will last 10 minutes for each session and will happen at 30-minute intervals from 7pm to 10pm. You can catch these at 2 locations – Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza and CHIJMES Mini Lawn.
Image credit: Capitol Singapore
Expect to see European-inspired gifts and crafts at the Christmas market here, which will be operating at the Outdoor Plaza from 12pm-9pm daily. As you shop, your spirits won’t be down with live Christmas carols being performed by Voices of Singapore and The Original Folks, from Fridays to Sundays at 6.30pm, 7.30pm, and 8.30pm.
Find out more about Christmas Enchantment at Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES.
Event period: From now till 25th December 2025
8. Snow Splendours at Tanglin Mall
Have a shower in a foamy snowfall show
Image credit: @tanglinmallsg via Instagram
If you’re looking for something more than just a faux snowfall show, Snow Splendours at Tanglin Mall offers 2 types of snow shows that will excite the child in you again. Happening at the area outside Starbucks between Tanglin Road and Grange Road, you’ll get to experience Avalanche, a snowfall made of foamy bubbles and Snow, the conventional artificial snowfall.
For more information on the snowfall showtimes, we’ve compiled a table for easier viewing below:
| Weekdays | Weekends | |
| Avalanche (Foam) | 7.30pm-7.45pm | 7.30pm-7.45pm & 8.30pm-8.45pm |
| Snow (Artificial) | 7.45pm-8pm | 7.45pm-8pm & 8.45pm-9pm |
Event period: From now till 1st January 2026
9. Sparkle in the Joy of Homecoming at The Star Vista
Themed festive photo booth made in collaboration with Solace Studios
Image credit: The Star Vista
As part of the Christmas festivities lined up at The Star Vista’s Sparkle in the Joy of Homecoming, there will be a weekend Snowy Spectacular snowfall show at The Star Plaza in B1.
Image credit: @bennysaik via Instagram
The snowfall show, held at their picturesque 23m-tall Christmas tree, will have 2 showtimes – 7.30pm and 8.30pm from Fridays to Sundays starting 6th December, as well as on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Also, check out the Starry Christmas Market offering handmade gifts, and step into the Starlight Village Studio for magical photos in cabin booths set up by Solace Studios.
Find out more about Sparkle in the Joy of Homecoming.
Event period: From now till 25th December 2025
– Paid events –
Bonus: Christmas Wonderland 2025
Snowfall inside the newly built Spalliera
Christmas Wonderland 2025 will bring a flying Santa, new light installations, carnival games, and rides. At the end of every Garden Rhapsody music show, Blizzard Time is a faux snowfall show that will take place inside the 20m tall Spalliera, illuminated by 100,000 bulbs for the most aesthetic pictures.
The timings for the snowfall show will be at 7.45pm, 8.45pm, and 9.35pm daily. To get the best view of the snowfall action happening, consider getting tickets to OCBC Skyway ($10/adult) which will give you a viewing experience from the highest point in the venue.
Find out more about Christmas Wonderland 2025.
Admission: $9/adult | $7/child
Event period: From now till 1st January 2026
Bonus: A Universal Christmas at USS
Rock with Santa & Shrek at USS
Image credit: Resorts World Sentosa via Facebook
In commemoration of Wicked’s movie premiere, Universal Studios Singapore has been transformed into Emerald City for Wicked: For Good at Sentosa. Get ready to be wowed by realistic movie sets inspired by the film, as well as Elphaba and Glinda mascots walking around to enchant you with their magic.
While you’re there, you’ll also be treated to A Universal Christmas this holiday season. As part of the activities lined up, the Santa’s Rockmas show will feature Shrek and the penguins from Madagascar helping Santa power up his Charge-O-Meter and then get rewarded with a snowfall at the end of the show.
Book a ticket for A Universal Christmas.
Admission: $83/adult | $62/child
Event period: From now till 4th January 2026
Visit these places to experience magical “snow” in Singapore for free
In addition to all the prettiest Christmas decor on display, these snowfalls in Singapore are not to be missed. Christmas doesn’t always have to be about spending on expensive gifts as these free spots to see snow are great options to celebrate the festive season too.
For more events happening this festive season:
- Millenia Walk’s neon-lit Xmas
- UOL Malls’ Sesame Street Christmas 2025
- Mandai Wildlife Reserves Festive WILD-erland 2025
- World Christmas Market 2025
Cover image adapted from: Gardens by the Bay
Last updated by Aditi Kashyap on 5th December 2025.