Fireworks in Singapore:
When and Where to See Them

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I've received many emails asking me when and where to see fireworks in Singapore. So I decided to put everything I know into one page for everybody's benefit. If you discover a great spot to see these fireworks, do use the form below and tell us about it.

(Fireworks as seen from the waterfront promenade near Esplanade Theatre)

On this page: When: [Fireworks Schedule 2010] Where: [Hotels with Fireworks Views] [Picnic & Photography] [Restaurants]

When to See Fireworks in Singapore in 2010

JULY - AUGUST 2010

SINGAPORE NATIONAL DAY PARADE & REHEARSALS

Singapore National Day Rehearsals (NE Shows):

• NE Show 1 - 10 July 2010
  
  
• NE Show 2 - 17 July 2010
  
  
• NE Show 3 - 24 July 2010

(NE Shows are full dress rehearsals of the National Day Parade. They are watched by primary school students.)

31 July 2010 - Preview Parade for Singapore National Day 2010

9 Aug 2010 - Singapore National Day 2010

Where: NDP Fireworks will be launched from 9 locations...

• The Padang
• City Hall
• Esplanade Theatre
• the waters of Marina Bay
• Suntec City
• Pan Pacific Hotel
• Ritz Carlton Millenia Hotel
• UOB Plaza & Maybank Tower

(Note: Fireworks are scheduled for the NE Shows, but may not be from all 9 locations.)

What Time: At the end of the Show Segment of NDP (likely from 7.30pm).

More about Singapore National Day 2010; Past Years' Fireworks

IMPORTANT NOTE:
In the event of bad weather (or for health safety and other pertinent reasons), the NE Shows and Parades may be delayed, cut short or postponed. If this happens, the fireworks will be similarly affected.

YOUTH OLYPMIC GAMES - SINGAPORE 2010

14 August 2010 - Youth Olympic Games Opening Ceremony

The opening ceremony starts at 7.30pm and will end around 10pm. So expect the fireworks to go off some time in between, probably near the end.

Aug/Sep 2010: Singapore Fireworks Celebrations (Event to be confirmed!)

Ticketed event at Marina Bay Floating Platform.

(As of 16 Aug 2010, there is still no confirmation of the Fireworks Celebrations. It could possibly be called off in 2010 because the venue is used for the Youth Olympic Games.)

DECEMBER 2010

31 December 2010: Marina Bay Countdown to 2011 (Event to be confirmed!)

At midnight, but you need to be there by 10pm to stand a chance. Draws the thickest crowd in the fireworks calendar.

Apart from the free-to-view spots listed on this page, you may also pay to watch the fireworks from the Marina Bay Floating Platform.

JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2011

Fireworks are also likely to be launched during Chinese New Year 2011 and Chingay Parade 2011. Watch this space!

Where to See Fireworks in Singapore
(For Launches at Marina Bay Waters)

Best Picnic and Photography Spots to Watch Fireworks in Singapore:

Map showing the spots to watch fireworks in Singapore.

Fireworks launch point
Esplanade Waterfront Promenade	Promontary @ Marina Boulevard
Esplanade Bridge	MB Sands Waterfront Boardwalk
Merlion Park	Helix Bridge
Clifford Pier	Marina Barrage

The Esplanade Theatre Waterfront Promenade

• A very convenient spot overall.
  
  
• You need to find a good spot if you don't want to see the construction sites in your fireworks photos.

The Esplanade Bridge

• A good place if you want the Merlion included in your fireworks photos.
  
  
• However, you still need to a wide-angle lens because the fireworks are pretty near.
  
  
• This spot is incredibly crowded during the New Year's Eve Countdown fireworks.

Merlion Park

• Go to the Merlion Park if you want to hear the loud booms and to feel the fireworks 'falling on you'.
  
  
• A difficult place to get everything into your camera unless you use a fish eye lens or a wide-angle lens.
  
  
• Suitable to take children to, but crowded. You'll need to get there early and occupy the kids meaningfully.

Clifford Pier

• A small area available to the public. Better if you book a seat at One on the Bund restaurant (see below).

The Promontory @ Marina Boulevard NEW!

• This spot was a fireworks photographer's favourite before the re-construction took place. You get sweeping views across the water towards the Marina Bay hotels.
  
  
• Now refurbished, it's a lovely green space.
  
  
• Likely the venue of some carnival or fair during fireworks night and therefore a good spot to take kids to.
  
  
• Some photos of fireworks as seen from Marina Boulevard.

Marina Bay Sands Waterfront Boardwalk NEW!

• This newly completed timber boardwalk is situated just in front of Marina Bay Sands. It takes you all the way to the water's edge.
  

Helix Bridge NEW!

• The spiralling steelwork may hinder your view of the fireworks. But it also creates an interesting perspective.
  
  
• There are also uninterrupted platform areas that protrude over the waters, which offers an interesting vantage view over the skyline.
  

Marina Barrage

• Farther away than all the other viewing spots, but offer a 'sense' of seclusion.
  
  
• Take the MRT to Marina South Station. Then SBS Bus No. 400 or the Marina Barrage Shuttle Bus to the Barrage.

Best Hotels to See Fireworks in Singapore
(For Launches at Marina Bay)

1. Swissotel the Stamford
   
   
   • Highly recommended!
     
     
   • Rooms from Level 68 downwards, with balconies.
     
     
   • Highest possible view of fireworks.
     
     
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2. Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
   
   
   • Highly recommended.
     
     
   • Want to see the fireworks while soaking in a bath tub? This is it.
     
     
   • Compare and find the best rates for Ritz Carlton Millenia.
     
     
3. The Fullerton Hotel
   
   
   • May not have the height of all the other hotels. But this heritage gem is closest to the action and has rooms that face the fireworks area.
     
     
   • Compare and find the best rates for Fullerton Hotel Singapore.
     
     
4. Mandarin Oriental Singapore
   
   
5. Marina Mandarin Hotel Singapore
   
   
6. Pan Pacific Singapore Marina Bay

Remember to book a room facing Marina Bay!

Best Restaurants to See Fireworks in Singapore

The restaurants listed here are for their views of fireworks in Singapore Marina Bay. There is no judgement on the quality of their food.

1. Equinox Restaurant (Level 70, Swissotel the Stamford)
   • See the fireworks from 226m up. You literally are above the fireworks!
   • Book way in advance.
     
     
2. Hai Tien Lo (Level 37, Pan Pacific Singapore Hotel, Tel: +65 6826 8240)
   • Cantonese food, including Peking Duck.
   • Request for table near the window.
     
     
3. Dolce Vita (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3551)
   • Posh Italian restaurant - dine indoors or on the pool terrace.
     
     
4. The Axis Bar & Lounge (Mandarin Oriental, Tel: +65 6885 3098)
   • Coffee, cocktail and more.
     
     
5. The Lighthouse (Fullerton Hotel, Tel: +65 6877 8933)
   • In a spot where a lighthouse used to be.
   • Italian cuisine.
   • You need to book early and ask for a table by the window.
     
     
6. One Fullerton Restaurants
   • Sano Bar - fine Lebanese food, Tel: +65 64239182
   • Pierside Kitchen & Bar - Tel: +65 6438 0400
   • Palm Beach Seafood Restaurant - Chinese seafood restaurant, Tel: +65 6423 0040
   • Starbucks - we all know this one.
     
     
7. Orgo (Roof Terrace @ Esplanade Theatres, Tel: +65 63369366)
   • Chill out at the open-air area or in one of the air-conditioned glass capsules.
     
     
8. Al Dente Trattoria @ Esplanade (Colours by the Bay, Tel: +65 6341 9188)
   • Italian fare served on a roof-top terrace overlooking Marina Bay.
     
     
9. One on the Bund (Clifford Pier, Tel: +65 6221 0004)
   • You need to book a table at the al fresco area.

Please note that if the fireworks are launched from the Esplanade Bridge, views from these restaurants may be obscured.

Related to Fireworks in Singapore

Singapore Fireworks Celebrations 2008 Photos

Chinese New Year Fireworks in Singapore

Singapore National Day Fireworks Photos

Singapore National Day Videos: Fireworks & Other Shows

NDP Fireworks Photos Taken from Marina East Gardens (before the works).

 

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