It’s time to cheer because Christmas is finally here! This year, the festive celebrations are back in full swing and we’re more than thrilled to immerse ourselves in the festivities and soak up the Christmas spirit with all the festive markets, spellbinding lights, and other events that are all happening over the next few days. Whether you’re heading out with your friends or staying in with the family, ahead, we’ve rounded up some of the few things that you can do this festive weekend.
This year, Singapore’s biggest yuletide event is back at Gardens by the Bay. Happening from now till 1 January 2023, the event will see new light displays that will take place throughout the night, a meet and greet with Santa Claus, and stalls, where you can find some last-minute gift-worthy items that you can get for your loved ones this Christmas.
There will also be lots of fun activities for you and the whole family to enjoy at the event as well. Think – carnival games, a ride on the double-storey carousel, and not to mention, an immersive ‘snow’ experience in the tropics.
Christmas Wonderland is located at 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
Whether you’re buying a few bottles for your Christmas Eve party or planning your upcoming New Year’s Eve celebration, Vin Geek has got you covered for next month with its Anti-Inflation Sale – a massive sale on its wines and speciality goods – that will be happening from now till the end of January 2023. However, if you’re still undecided on which bottles to get your wine from, or you’re just looking for another excuse to sip some vino, then you’ll be thrilled to know that Vin Geek will be having its very own Wine Flights Promo, of which you can enjoy a sampling pour of 2 different sets of 5 wines. Spotlighting wines from beloved labels like Banfi (Italy), Penfolds (Australia), Bodegas Pintia (Spain), Caymus (Napa Valley, USA) and more, you’ll get to sample wines from popular wine regions in the cosy bistro-bar-store.
Vin Geek is located at 9 Scotts Rd, #01-04/05/06/07, Singapore 228210
Charles & Keith has just unveiled its refreshed boutique over at Takashimaya Shopping Centre! With the intent to create a space that allows for raw beauty to shine, the new store boasts a minimalistic interior, featuring rock inspired feature tables, metal hairline finishings, and stainless steel fluted panels.
Of course, aside from its extensive range of shoes and accessories and gorgeous interior, the new and improved store will also be introducing its first-ever in-store personalisation service for customers too.
As part of the experience, customers can embroider their names – and even Charles & Keith icons and festive designs – on recycled polyester totes and dust bags, so you can add that extra touch to your packaging.
Charles & Keith’s refreshed boutique is located at Takashimaya Shopping Centre, 391 Orchard Rd, B1-25/26 Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238872
Whether you’re looking for a new date spot or finding an exciting activity for you and the family, Uncle Ringo has got you covered this weekend. This year, Uncle Ringo will be having a carnival over at The Great Christmas Village. Here, you can expect to take on exhilarating rides such as the Samba Balloon, Pirate Ship and Trackless Train. Located in front of Ngee Ann City, be sure to also swing by the Instagram-worthy White Rabbit candy booth and the adorable pop-up by Hao Food SG that will be showcasing limited edition merchandise that will tease out your fondest childhood memories and enamour your little ones to equal measure.
The Christmas Village 2022 is located at 391A Orchard Road, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238874
We all know we love throwback songs. We sing them in the car with our friends, scream them at parties and belt them in the shower. This Christmas Eve, if you’re looking for a good party that will take you back to the 90s or the early 2000s, then you’ll be glad to know that This Is The 90s will be having a throwback party in collaboration with Heineken Silver that will take you down memory lane. Here, you can expect to groove to anthems from The Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, Nirvana, Oasis, TLC, Nelly, Destiny’s Child, and everything in between.
This Is The 90s x Heineken Silver party is located at Projector X: Picturehouse, 2 Handy Rd, #05-01, Singapore 229233
‘Tis the season for snuggling up on your sofa with a cosy blanket, a mug of hot chocolate and a Christmas film that will get you in the holiday spirit. Whether you’re into cheesy-yet-heartwarming romantic comedies, merry musical movies, or storylines with a festive sinister twist, we’ve got you covered. From a festive Guardians of the Galaxy special film to Lindsay Lohan’s on-screen comeback, check out our list of new Christmas shows to watch in 2022 for some of our latest recommendations.