The best Christmas markets in Singapore for festive shopping in 2025

Don’t just look outdoors. Tucked away within Cluny Court is one of the cosiest Christmas markets you’ll find in Singapore – the sort that’ll make you feel as though you’ve wandered into a rustic cottage in the woods. From patchwork stockings to Christmas wreaths and vibrant festive-themed table runners, this indoor pop-up has everything you need to dress your home up for the season – and your guests are sure to be impressed. One quirky highlight to keep an eye out for? The shelf of international Santa ornaments, where Father Christmas comes donned in traditional outfits of various nations. Speaking of Santa, meet the Christmas icon himself and get that perfect ho-ho-holiday snapshot with him in front of a realistic fireplace set-up, complete with a bauble-adorned tree, holly garlands, and nutcrackers.

Unlike the typical Christmas market that’s all about recreating that European experience in Singapore, Holly Jolly Joo Chiat: A Kampung Elektrik Christmas stays rooted in the heritage of its locale, with an element of edginess thrown into the fray. By that we mean DJ sets within traditional dumpling store Kim Choo Kueh Chang using battery-powered sound systems, and a pop-up festival market within a motorcycle shop, featuring local indie brands and vintage finds. It’s an unexpected mixed bag of art, fashion, street party vibes, and a music line-up of local artistes – coming together in a beautifully messy, modern revival of the island’s kampung spirit.

Already one of the most beautiful buildings in Singapore, CHIJMES Hall gets even more enchanting during this season with a nightly Christmas light show projected on its castle-like facade. The best time to catch a glimpse of that would be on Fridays and weekends, because that’s also when Christmas market stalls will be up and running on the idyllic CHIJMES lawn. On Saturdays and Sundays, there’ll be the additional bonus of carolling performances, and everyone’s invited to grab a spot on the artificial turf and sing along together. Don’t be surprised if you suddenly find ‘snow’ falling around you mid-song – snowfall sessions will happen in 30-minute intervals between 7pm to 9pm daily.

The monthly Sentosa Festive Market is back for its final edition of the year and December’s theme is – you guessed it – Christmas-related. Specifically? It’s ‘Made to Gift’ – so come ready to bring home an array of uniquely handcrafted, slow-made goods, all lovingly created by over 30 homegrown makers. Here’s a teaser: intricate beaded jewellery from Lup Lup Accessories, cute festive pet outfits crocheted by Barks and Yarn, carved mango wood trays from Hidden Riches, and nutrient-packed health shots from Chava. There’ll also be tarot readings by Kosmic Kalm. If browsing all these treasures start firing up your creative juices, you can also join in on hands-on workshops for stamp carving, DIY resin earrings, and customising your open natural perfume. Come early enough and you’ll get to create a beaded charm for your bag or phone for free.

Only at the lawn of Capitol can you find a singing tree during the holiday season – but we’re not referring to animatronic figures. This one’s a towering structure with tiered platforms made for the talented singers of Voices of Singapore and other carollers, who will be gracing us with feel-good tunes on Friday to Sunday evenings, as well as on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Scheduled for 6.30pm, 7.30pm and 8.30pm, all performances are free to watch. See your white Christmas dreams come to life with evening snowfall sessions at this outdoor plaza, and pick up a cool trinket at the Christmas market with wares by local crafters, open daily from noon till 9pm.