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The Mid Autumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month. The full moon is considered a symbol of reunion, and is shining its brightest during this time.
Don't miss the opportunity to indulge in mooncakes, shaped round like the full moon which signifies reunion. You can find a variety of flavours, from classic lotus seed paste with egg yolk to innovative snowskin filled with champagne truffle. Join moon-viewing parties where families and friends gather, sipping tea and savoring mooncakes. Children delight in carrying lanterns, from traditional paper ones with wax candles to modern, battery-operated versions.
View Past Happenings
Join the Mid-Autumn Festival, where ancient traditions, captivating legends, and delectable treats await. Find out more about the festival at the official site here.
Street Light Up
Be in awe of dazzling lanterns up along New bridge road, to Upper Cross Street in the Chinatown neighborhood.
Food Fair
Satisfy your taste buds and treat yourself to delectable offerings from a myriad of food stalls along Smith Street.
Stage Performance
Experience the mesmerizing magic at Kreta Ayer Square, as jugglers, traditional Chinese dancers, and singers come together to create an unforgettable performance.
Radiant Traditions
Delve into the rich traditions and symbolism behind some of the icons of Mid Autumn Festival and immerse yourself in a world of cultural delights.
A modern rendition of the lotus mooncake, with a soft and chewy outer layer made from glutinuos rice and filled with various sweet and savory fillings, snowskin mooncakes are typically white and are served cold, hence their name.
The mooncake—a hallmark of the festival is characterised by its lotus-like shape, with a decorative embossed pattern on top. This mooncake is commonly filled with lotus paste, a sweet paste made from lotus seeds and salted duck egg yolks.
Lanterns have a rich historical significance, originally used as spiritual offerings. It is a common sight to see children carrying lanterns of various shapes and sizes around their neighborhoods, creating a beautiful spectacle under the full moonlit sky.
Considered to be a symbol of blessing. In Mandarin, the word for pomelo (柚, yòu) sounds similar to the word for "bless" (佑, yòu), and it is traditionally offered to the moon as a gesture of hope for the Moon Goddess to bestow good luck and happiness upon families.
Buddha Tooth Relic Temple
Explore Chinatown
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Discover the vibrant and enchanting world of Chinatown, where ancient traditions blend seamlessly with modern city life. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage, tantalize your taste buds with authentic cuisine, and explore the bustling markets and colorful streets.