The year-end festive season is here, and Singapore’s Resorts World Sentosa is beckoning you for a visit as it transforms into a magical wonderland for the holidays. Think sensational concerts that feature K-pop celebrities, enchanting Christmas decorations and photo opportunities, as well as a smorgasbord of exciting activities for all ages and interests to cap off the year with indelible memories.
Without further ado, get ready to sleigh and celebrate a Superstar Christmas with these thrilling festive events and experiences at Resorts World Sentosa!
1. Snap photos with the Christmas Tree of Wonders
When: From 1 December 2023 | Showtimes – 5.30pm, 7.00pm, 8.30pm
Where: Next to Gourmet Park
As the internet says, “pictures or it didn’t happen”, right? Well, there will be plenty of opportunities for you and your travel companions to snap photographs of and with each other all around the resort with Christmas lights setting the stage. Look out for the Superstar Archway Structures at main entrances and linkways, cute Bunnyverse characters dressed as snow bunnies and elves, and, not to mention, the pièce de resistance—a towering 10-metre Christmas Tree of Wonders. The installation promises to dazzle visitors with a show titled “Superstar Spectacular”, offering a visual journey of a shooting star through a Christmas galaxy.
2. Sing along to a lineup of star-studded performances
When: 16 December 2023 to 3 January 2024
Where: Resorts World Ballroom
Of course, it wouldn’t be a Superstar Christmas without the superstars who will be making their way to Resorts World Sentosa this holiday season. Headlining the acts is Jessica Jung (formerly of Girls’ Generation, also known as SNSD), a Korean-American singer-songwriter with over 12 million followers on Instagram. She will be taking over the stage to perform her best hits on 16 December. Award-winning Mandopop hit singer William So will also be coming to Singapore for a one-night only public concert on 23 December. Moreover, Australia’s all-male dance revue Thunder from Down Under will be turning up the heat with their heart-thumping performance.
For more information or to book your tickets, click here.
3. Enjoy a Universal Christmas at Universal Studios Singapore
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When: 2 December 2023 to 1 January 2024
Where: Universal Studios Singapore
Price: S$98 per adult | S$71 per child | Tickets include a S$5 retail voucher
Universal Studios Singapore returns with A Universal Christmas celebration for the whole family, boasting a stellar lineup of all-new live shows, festive encounters with popular characters, and snowfall. This year, visitors can look forward to Illumination’s Minions and DreamWorks’ Trolls spreading the holiday cheer around the park—complete with festive soundtracks and meet-and-greets.
Meanwhile, the New York-themed zone will be home to Santa’s North Pole Headquarters, where guests can experience Santa’s new flying vehicles—the Jolly Jet Pack. Plus, the Penguins of Madagascar, Po and Master Tigress will also be making appearances. Other highlights include a night-time performance called the W.I.S.H show and Santa’s Present Party, which will be making special larger-than-life deliveries to beloved characters throughout the park.
A Universal Christmas is included with regular admission to Universal Studios Singapore during the festive period. Adult packages come with a Christmas Combo Meal that includes a Christmas-themed main dish and a drink that can be redeemed at selected restaurants.
For more information or to book your tickets, click here.
4. Embark on a magical marine odyssey at S.E.A. Aquarium
When: 25 November 2023 to 7 January 2024
Price: Ocean Wonderland Package – S$55 for adults | S$45 for children (includes an admission ticket to S.E.A. Aquarium and VibranSEA, a reusable glow-up cup with a choice of soft drink, a $5 retail voucher and an Ocean Series Ice Cream)
If you’re a fan of all things related to marine life, head on over to S.E.A. Aquarium for a special Christmas OddySEA. Organised in collaboration with neurodiverse multidisciplinary collective Superhero Me, Christmas OddySEA is an art exhibition featuring five Singaporean artists and their young collaborators, including students from Rainbow Centre—a social service organisation in Singapore that empowers people with special needs with skills to thrive. Together, they reimagine a ‘Christmas home’ for some of the marine animals within the aquarium by decorating the habitats’ exteriors.
In addition to the OddySEA experience, visitors can pump up their energy (and work up an appetite for festive feasts) with an energetic Minmed Cycle Pop-Up ride in front of the picturesque Open Ocean Habitat on selected days. Alternatively, catch the crowd-favourite Candlelight Concerts performing Studio Ghibli music by Joe Hisaishi for one night only on 29 December.
For more information or to book your ticket, click here.
5. Party it up at the 555 Thai Music Festival
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When: 3 January 2024 | 4pm
Where: Resorts World Ballroom
Price: From S$134.50
Can’t get enough of Thai music culture? Then mark your calendar for Singapore’s first ever all-Thai music festival this coming January! The event will showcase some of the most trending Thai artists and groups of our time, including 4Eve, Potato, PP Krit, Atlas and Billkin; along with electrifying DJ and MC duos from Spaceplus Bangkok such as Faasai, Mastermind and Pixzy.
For more information or to book your tickets, click here.
6. Treat your loved ones to a Christmas Feastival
When: Now until 3 January 2024
Where: Signature restaurants around Resorts World Sentosa
Christmas wouldn’t be complete without a proper festive feast. Thankfully, you’re spoiled for choice at Resorts World Sentosa with a plethora of dining options for a hearty Christmas meal. For instance, Osia Steak and Seafood Grill has a special Starry Night Yuletide Delights menu featuring festive platters and must-try dishes such as the Osia Black Angus Beef Wellington. If you want to enjoy festive treats at home, the restaurant has prepared Superstar Chocolate Trees that make for perfect centrepieces at any festive spread; the Giant Lebkuchen Snowflake, which will be a hit with kids; as well as classic log cakes and chocolate bark.
There are also boozy beverages to complement your meal, like the Winter Elixir by Osia Steak & Seafood Grill—a white-wine-based drink with a mixture of Christmas spices and a surprising Asian twist. Or you can order a Cocktail Box that comes with three signature bottled cocktails by speciality restaurants, including Chifa!’s Pisco-Latte cocktail, Osia’s Florini cocktail, and Soi Social’s Elixir cocktail.
For more information on the Star-studded Feastival, click here.
7. Dine with live DJ sets and music performances
When: All through December 2023
Where: Gourmet Park and AVE8
For a gourmet street food experience, satisfy your cravings at Gourmet Park and enjoy a serving of hypnotic beats on the side as a lineup of Santarina DJs take to the decks. There will also be acapella carollers and popular buskers performing their takes on Christmas classics as you dine. The best part is that admission is free!
On the other hand, AVE8 will boast a rotating roster of Singapore’s hottest and up-and-coming acts, such as Vivienne & Friends, OK Ready, and Uber Duber. These artists and bands will be entertaining you with their live music performances as you savour delicious meals and designer cocktails along the vibrant food avenue.
To find out more about the Superstar Christmas at Resorts World Sentosa, visit this website or follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
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