Singapore, what others known as the Little Red Dot, has a vast mix of culture. With this vast mix, comes a full calendar of colourful festivals throughout the year. Being a culturally-open and sensitive society, Singaporeans adopted the "open-house" concept - where a family welcomes friends, relatives and any visitors who may wish to drop by to its home - is a common practice during the major festivals like Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Christmas and Chinese New Year. Be it local or visitors from overseas, all can absorb themselves in the wonderful experience of these festive as a truly YourSingapore experience.

Chinese New Year

Chinese New Year generally falls in January or February, depending on the Chinese lunar calendar. The festivities closes on the 15th day, and in Singapore, with the Chingay procession, a street parade showcasing local and foreign cultural performing groups.

Hari Raya Puasa

The festival of Eid, known in Singapore as Hari Raya Aidilfitri or Hari Raya Puasa, falls on the first day of Syawal, the 10th month of the Hijrah (Islamic) calendar. Hari Raya Puasa marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadan, which starts on the 9th month.

Deepavali

Deepavali also known as Diwali, literally means "row or garland of lights" and it is celebrated in the Tamil month of Aipasi. Locally, it has been called "The Festival of Lights".

Christmas

25th December is a special date for all around the world. Not just it being a Christian festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, it is also a season of giving now.