The ultimate 2025 holiday guide: Festive fun awaits
This Christmas season, experience the magic of the holidays with a delightful blend of festive activities and exclusive promotions. Explore Christmas markets, enjoy themed workshops, and meet beloved characters like Santa Claus. Celebrate the spirit of giving through heartwarming charity initiatives, supporting meaningful causes. Savour festive feasts at hotels and restaurants, discover limited-time offers, and enjoy fun giveaways. Whether you’re shopping for gifts, enjoying family-friendly activities, or spreading kindness, there’s something for everyone this Christmas. Celebrate togetherness, joy, and the season of giving with loved ones.
DINING & TAKEAWAYS
Andaz

At Andaz Singapore, the holidays are a season of little moments made by hand—of golden roasts shared at the table, nostalgic desserts that stir childhood memories, and champagne toasts raised under the stars with loved ones. This year’s theme, Handcrafted for the Holidays, celebrates the art of gathering through artisanal feasts at Alley on 25, refined flavours at 665°F, vibrant rooftop revelry at Mr. Stork, and whimsical festive bakes from Andaz Cake Shop. At Alley on 25, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day unfold in a warm, bustling haven scented with spice and roasting meats, featuring Traditional Roasted Turkey with velvety gravies, Maple-glazed Dingley Dell Pork Ham, Whole Baked Salmon en Croûte, Duck Leg Confit à l’Orange, and a spread of elegant sides. Sweet endings come in the form of Ondeh Crème Brûlée, a playful Pineapple Tart Bûche de Noël and a cascade of Grand Cru chocolate. New Year’s Eve heightens the indulgence with oysters, lobster, Yellowfin Tuna carvings, Spice-rubbed Tomahawk, Balinese-style Porchetta, and table-side gelato before guests ascend to Mr. Stork for rooftop countdown festivities. Throughout December, weekends brim with Alley’s Festive Lazy Breakfast and celebratory brunches, while a new midday menu brings comforting savoury bites paired with handcrafted sweets. On Level 38, 665°F delivers luxurious five-course dinners on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, featuring dishes like Dressed Blue Swimmer Crab with Oscietra Caviar, Confit Duck and Porcini Ravioli, Koji-aged Angus Striploin, and a refined Mont Blanc. Its New Year’s Eve celebration elevates flavours further with Langoustine and Burrata, Black Truffle Ravioli, Wagyu Wellington, and Turbot Mi-cuit, with optional access to Mr. Stork’s countdown party. Mr. Stork itself transforms into a sky-high celebration with free-flow Champagne, festive cocktails like Midnight Bloom and Crimson Sage, roving canapés, and indulgent stations serving everything from Lava Brie to New England Shrimp Rolls. Completing the season is Andaz Cake Shop, offering handcrafted delights such as the ‘SNAP! Ceylon’ Chocolate Gâteaux, the playful ‘Too Cubed for Xmas’ trio, and classic Panettoni, all available at Level 25 or via the online shop.
M Hotel Singapore

Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental, Singapore unveils A Tale of Festive Wonders, a magical story where enchantment and indulgence intertwine in every moment. Guests are invited into a whimsical world of luxurious holiday escapes, lavish feasts, soothing spa rituals, and joyful experiences — each chapter revealing a new facet of seasonal wonder. The narrative begins on 25 November with A Holiday Tale with Diptyque, as a Diptyque-themed Christmas tree graces the hotel lobby, marking the start of a special holiday tale series inspired by the fantastical spirit of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. Within the Diptyque-themed suite, elegant touches and signature scents set the scene for a sophisticated escape, complemented by a themed afternoon tea and an exclusive take-home gift set. At the Lobby Lounge, a Holiday Reverie afternoon tea celebrates classic French flavours, with fig — a signature Diptyque note — infusing creations such as a gingerbread-spiced Foie Gras delight and a pistachio mousse adorned with fig marmalade. The culinary chapter continues at embu, where celebratory buffet dining showcases festive favourites including slow-cooked turkey with chestnut stuffing, pineapple-glazed gammon ham, and an array of Yuletide desserts from Bûche de Noël to homemade panettone. On New Year’s Eve, Dolce Vita presents its first Night Brunch featuring refined mains such as Wagyu short ribs, roasted Chilean sea bass, and potato mille-feuille, alongside a sumptuous spread of Italian delights. The Mandarin Cake Shop enchants with creations inspired by a winter forest — the Celadon Santa, Forest Santa, and the Enchanted Pinecone — each offering festive flavours wrapped in playful artistry. Thoughtfully curated hampers, gourmet roasts for takeaway, and exquisite spa gift sets, including luxurious hair care collections and indulgent three-hour spa rituals, complete this tale of seasonal splendour, inviting guests to celebrate the holidays with elegance, warmth, and wonder.
One Farrer Hotel

Paul Singapore

This year, PAUL’s Noël Collection brings a festive spread of sweets and savouries designed to delight every guest. The vibrant Nyonya Series adds a modern twist to tradition, featuring the sumptuous Buah Keluak Turkey ($159) and the bold Chilli Cashew Ham ($89), perfect for sharing around a laughter-filled table. Mini savoury canapés (from $40 for 8 pcs) keep the celebrations flowing, including Maine Lobster & Caviar, Wild Mushroom & Truffle, and Beef Teriyaki & Wasabi, alongside hearty mains like Seared Beef Tenderloin ($39) and Lamb Rack ($89). Classic centrepieces shine with the aromatic Herbes de Provence Roast Turkey ($169) and the sweet-tangy Cranberry & Pineapple Turkey Ham ($89). Desserts take centre stage with the decadent Midnight Chocolate Noël Yule Log ($67), the cheerful Banana-Rama Yule Log ($67), and the bright Frosted Zest ($65), alongside whimsical tartlets including the new Coco Blush Bauble Tartlet ($42/8 pcs) and the beloved Berry Pistachio Winter Globe Tartlet ($42/8 pcs). For effortless entertaining, The Majestic Feast ($449, serves 8–10) includes one Classic or Asian Turkey, one Classic or Asian Ham, Maine Lobster & Caviar Canapés (8 pcs), Beef Teriyaki & Wasabi Canapés (8 pcs), Wild Mushroom & Truffle Canapés (8 pcs), Medium Merry Berry Lychee Yule Log, Medium Banana-Rama Yule Log, 12 macarons, and nine bottles of Maison Perrier Forever. Other bundles ($169–$299) complete the festive offering, making holiday hosting deliciously effortless.
PAZZION Café

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Shangri-La Singapore

Sofitel Singapore City Centre

Wrap yourself in festive sparkle as Sofitel Singapore City Centre rolls out Nocturne Gold, a dazzling holiday showcase running now till 4 January 2026, brimming with elegant feasts, whimsical teas, indulgent brunches, and luxe takeaways. Delve into the Yuletide Weekday Set Lunch (Sunday–Friday, now till 24 December and 26–31 December 2025, 12–3pm) with winter truffle chicken soup, pumpkin–chestnut salad, hearty mains like Shiraz-braised beef bourguignon and wok-fried black pepper turkey, and classic desserts from black forest cake to Christmas pudding—priced at $45++ for 2 courses and $55++ for 3. Saturdays go gourmet with Baubles and Brunch (November–December, 12.30–3pm): Boston lobster, freshly shucked oysters, Spanish-style sautéed seafood, roast turkey, crispy pork belly, and sweet delights like Fleur de Sel caramel log cake—$138++ per adult, $70++ per child. The Magnificent Candlelight Feasts (23–24 December dinner; 25 December lunch) enchant with European cheeses, Kurobuta pork, mulled wine-braised Angus beef stew, and Golden Tropical Noël cakes—starting from $98++ per adult. On 31 December, the Grand Countdown Buffet ($98++ per adult) serves seafood treasures soup, truffle-jus Angus beef, bouillabaisse, pot pies, and Nyonya kueh. Cosy afternoons shine with Tinsel and Tea (now–4 January, 2–5pm, $68++ per person, min 2), with festive delights beneath a sparkling Christmas tree. Prefer celebrating at home? Takeaways—from Enchanted Forest Log Cake ($88+) to Cointreau-glazed Kurobuta ham ($128+) and roasted turkey ($168+)—bring flavour and flair to any party. Accor+ members enjoy 30% off, while select credit cards receive 20% off.
Swensen’s

Tanglin Cookhouse

Tanglin Cookhouse welcomes you to indulge in the festive spirit with its delightful new Christmas 3-Course Dine-In Set ($48++), a menu that beautifully marries the dynamism of British cuisine with rich local influences. Each dish is crafted to celebrate culinary creativity while capturing the warm, soulful essence that defines Tanglin Cookhouse. The festive journey begins with vibrant appetisers such as the Laksa-Spiced Cocktail Prawns, where cold-water shrimp meets mango tomato salsa and a subtle laksa kick, offering a refreshing and zesty start. For those craving elegance, the Noël Smoked Salmon Roulade with Avruga caviar and pomegranate adds a touch of Christmas sparkle, while the Foie Gras on Toast — paired with buttery brioche and Champagne gelée — promises indulgence in every bite. The main courses continue the celebration with the Christmas Pork Belly Porchetta Roast, featuring tender meat, crackling skin, and a luscious maple-cinnamon pumpkin mousseline. Alternatively, the Freshly Harvested Prawn Goreng Pasta brings an irresistible East-meets-West harmony with linguine tossed in sambal cream and crowned with a soft quail egg. For a comforting classic, the Yorkshire Pudding Crown with Festive Fillings offers Angus beef cheek and braised red wine cabbage enveloped in golden, airy pudding. And no festive feast at Tanglin Cookhouse is complete without their signature Christmas Eggnog Cocktail ($16++), a smooth, creamy, and perfectly spiced companion that captures the joyful flavour of the season.
FESTIVE BAKES & TREATS
BreadTalk

This year, BreadTalk’s exclusive Christmas range brings the magic of the season to life with a jubilant selection of tempting buns, donuts, gingerbread treats, and show-stopping log cakes. The festive lineup promises sweet moments to share with family and friends, arriving at outlets islandwide from now until 25 December 2025, with log cakes available for pre-orders from 4 November and in-store from 1 December. Highlighting the collection are The Popcorn Express, a salted caramel popcorn log cake with vanilla chiffon, buttery popcorn ganache, and ribbons of caramel, and the woodland-inspired Noisette Bark, featuring chocolate chiffon, silky hazelnut cream, and moss-like pandan matcha crumble. Complementing these are savory and sweet bakes, including Sam the Turkey stuffed with chicken and cranberry sauce, Pistachio Express with airy pistachio cream, and the coffee-scented Tiramisu Boluo bun. Donut lovers can indulge in festive designs like Holly Pistachio, Jingle Berry, Let it Snow, Saint Nick, and Rudolph, while gingerbread cookies and The Jolly Trio Suitcase make perfect holiday souvenirs. With in-store promotions and exclusive BreadTalk Rewards offers, this Christmas Express ensures a delightful, flavourful journey for all.
Cat & the Fiddle

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Queic by Olivia

Queic by Olivia invites guests to embrace the art of gifting with its 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, a curated celebration of handcrafted cheesecakes, festive chocolates, and thoughtful gift sets perfect for gatherings, year-end appreciation, and moments of indulgence. At the heart of the collection is the Limited-Edition Panettone Cheesecake, a festive showstopper that infuses real Italian panettone into Queic’s signature Basque-style base, finished with toasted hazelnuts and wrapped in elegant, ready-to-gift packaging, available from 5 to 31 December 2025. Joining the lineup is Olivia’s Signature Cheesecake, Queic’s most iconic creation, featuring a gooey, velvety cheese centre atop an almond sablé crust, available in 9-inch and 11-inch sizes for intimate dinners or generous holiday tables. For chocolate lovers, the Limited-Edition Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake returns in a larger format ideal for festive gatherings, blending rich chocolate, a smooth Basque interior, and house-made pistachio paste into a refined centrepiece. Its confectionery counterpart, the Dubai Chocolate Cheesecake Bar, represents Queic’s first foray into chocolate bars—a year-long project resulting in a rich yet balanced creation of dark chocolate and mascarpone in a custom-designed mould. Gifting takes centre stage with the Trio Gift Box, available in assorted slices or signature solos, allowing guests to tailor flavours from Queic’s beloved Basque range. Rounding out the festivities is the Cheeseboard Collection, featuring savoury-sweet centrepieces like the Truffle Brie Cheesecake and the 8-inch Brie Cheesecake, crafted with Brie de Meaux and presented in traditional wooden-box style. Queic’s 2025 festive collection brings premium ingredients, artisanal craftsmanship, and irresistible gooey magic to every holiday moment, available across all Queic stores while stocks last.
Old Seng Choong

Heralding the Yuletide cheer with renewed classics and festive indulgences, Old Seng Choong unveils its 2025 Christmas collection—a heartwarming celebration of heritage, craftsmanship, and the joy of togetherness. As twinkling lights and merry reunions fill the season, the brand brings forward a thoughtfully curated selection of refreshed favourites and aromatic truffle creations, each crafted to elevate gifting and gatherings with nostalgic charm and contemporary flair. This year’s festive quartet includes the Classic Brandy Fruit Cake, beautifully updated in design while preserving its rich brandy-soaked depth, studded with candied fruits and nuts for timeless indulgence. The Palmier Gift Set returns in an adorable mini-sized version, individually packed and housed in an elegant tin, offering buttery, caramelised crunch perfect for festive sharing. The majestic Royale Galette des Rois delights with flaky pastry, smooth almond frangipane, and a hidden surprise—complete with a special 10% discount code to uncover—while the irresistibly boozy Rum Balls bring joy with their luscious centres and chocolate-sprinkled finish. Old Seng Choong presents its premium truffle-infused creations: Black Truffle with Walnuts Cookies boasting intoxicating aroma and savoury crunch; the velvety Truffle Mushroom Quiche, ideal for refined brunch spreads; a contemporary twist in the Truffle Char Siew, marrying tender roasted pork with umami truffle notes; and the exquisite Black Truffle with Golden Egg Yolk, where lotus paste and white truffle oil meet a molten salted egg yolk core.
MALLS
Allgreen Malls

Step into a festive wonderland this holiday season with an enchanting lineup of Christmas promotions across all four iconic Allgreen Malls, each offering its own unique magic for visitors to explore. At Great World, immerse yourself in creativity and holiday cheer with whimsical workshops like Craft Your Own Festive Magic, eco-friendly ornament-making with Plastify, and live performances including bubble shows, magic acts, and storytelling sessions with Santa. Discover the Christmas Trim Shoppe by Ming Sing Flowers, the Christmas Market by Crane Living, and the Gifts & Giving arts exhibition, perfect for festive inspiration and gift hunting. Over at Pasir Ris Mall, families can enjoy the Carnival of Christmas Joy, cosy live F&B stations, festive workshops, Merry Market by Cold Storage, and interactive contests like Snap & Win and Bauble Mania, alongside captivating carols and bubble shows. Tanglin Mall transforms into a winter wonderland with its iconic snowfall event, hands-on workshops such as Crafty Gnome House and Craft Your Christmas Magic, musical performances from local schools, and interactive sessions with Santa. The Seletar Mall offers heartwarming experiences with character meet-and-greets, creative DIY workshops for Christmas-themed décor, and the Joyful Selection promotion rewarding shoppers with prizes worth over S$12,000. Shoppers can also take part in mall-wide activations like Wheels of Joy for a chance to win a Zeekr 7X or staycations, Gnomes of Joy for Great Rewards Points, the Malls of Love charity initiative supporting CPAS, cross-border rewards with Shop Here, Redeem There at JB City Square, and festive Mastercard privileges. With every spend, creative activity, and charitable donation, Allgreen Malls make this Christmas season unforgettable, blending joy, giving, and delightful rewards for every visitor.
CapitandLand 
CapitaLand malls are bringing an extraordinary Mofusand-themed festive takeover to Singapore, marking the city as the first in Southeast Asia to celebrate the beloved Mofusand characters on such a grand scale. The excitement began with a teaser trail in October, featuring a supersized eight-metre Mofusand inflatable and 25 adorable Mofusand cats popping up across CapitaLand malls, igniting islandwide buzz. From 5 November, 17 CapitaLand malls and multiple workspace properties will transform into whimsical wonderlands, bringing Mofusand’s charming cats to life through three playful themes: Board Shark, Fruit Meow, and Coffee & Donuts. Shoppers can dive into surfside fun with shark-costumed felines at beach-inspired setups, enjoy tropical fruit-themed displays with sun-kissed Mofusand cats, or cosy up in café-style scenes with cats nestled in giant donuts and oversized coffee cups. Bugis Junction offers the ultimate festive adventure, combining all three themes under one immersive roof for an unmissable experience. Iconic installations include the eight-metre-tall Donut Meow inflatable at Capital Tower and Plaza Singapura, as well as the Mofusand Christmas Tree inflatable at Raffles City Singapore, adorned with festive baubles, snowflakes, and a golden star topper. Adding a delicious twist, Raffles City Singapore debuts Mofusand’s first F&B collaboration outside Japan with Sushi Tei, featuring kawaii-themed dishes for one week from 5 November. Fans can also enjoy mascot meet-and-greets, exclusive pop-up stores across six locations, interactive photobooths, claw machines, limited-edition merchandise, and special purchase-with-purchase treats. With immersive décor, whimsical displays, adorable characters, and endless photo opportunities, this year’s Mofusand festive takeover promises a purr-fectly delightful holiday experience for families, fans, and shoppers across Singapore.
Far East Malls

UOL Malls
The iconic Sesame Street is bringing heart-warming holiday magic to UOL Malls, delighting shoppers at United Square and Velocity@Novena Square from now till 28 December 2025. Visitors can look forward to a radiant Season of Sparkles, where lively Christmas musicals, joyful sing-alongs to timeless festive classics, whimsical snowfall moments, and meet-and-greet sessions with beloved characters—including Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert, Ernie, Abby, and Count—create an atmosphere of cheerful wonder for families and children. Across both malls, the celebrations unfold through thoughtful touches that invite everyone to pause, play, and explore together, from hands-on festive activities to charming Sesame Street–themed décor perfect for memorable photo moments, all anchored by United Square’s impressive six-metre outdoor Christmas tree. Shoppers can also unwrap exclusive Sesame Street rewards with their festive spending, redeeming limited-edition collectibles such as notebooks, tote-brellas, and travel bags, as well as meet-and-greet passes for treasured close-up encounters with the characters. Entertainment continues with the spirited Sesame Street Christmas Musical at United Square from 28 November to 7 December, where each session opens with a gentle Bubble Magic snowfall, while Abby and Count roam Velocity@Novena Square on selected weekends for delightful surprise appearances. Adding even more cheer, Uncle Ringo brings a festive carnival to United Square with enchanting rides and creative workshops running from 28 November to 28 December. Embracing the spirit of giving, UOL Malls continues its annual “UOL Gives Back – Make A Wish Come True initiative, inviting shoppers to fulfil wishes from children of Care Corner Student Centres and Singapore Red Cross Young Hearts by 7 December 2025. Complementing this effort, the Bundle Up Some Cheer gift-wrapping stations at both malls from 1 to 24 December allow visitors to wrap their presents for a good cause, with proceeds benefiting the Singapore Red Cross Society, making this season truly meaningful for all.
VivoCity

Step into a magical worlsd at VivoCity invites shoppers to step into a magical world where colours burst to life and joy sparkles in every corner, as the mall transforms into a whimsical Christmas Candyland from 14 November to 28 December 2025. At the Outdoor Plaza, a spectacular 15-metre Candyland Christmas Tree—adorned with oversized lollipops, candy canes and dazzling lights—creates the perfect backdrop for festive snapshots, while nightly snowfall sessions from Tuesdays to Sundays at 7:30pm and 8:30pm fill the air with glistening flakes and holiday wonder. Inside the mall, families can explore the MINISO Disney’s Zootopia 2 Pop-Up at the Central Court, featuring adorable collectibles inspired by Judy, Nick and friends, and browse more than 40 booths at the TANGS Christmas Market offering festive décor, homeware, treats and gifts. Shoppers can also indulge in sweet rewards: spend-and-redeem eVouchers, exclusive bonuses for VivoRewards Gold members, Kids Club collectibles, weekday digital stamp card perks, and time-limited flash deals beginning 28 November. Weekends brim with family fun, from customisable Candyland bag tags and tote bags to candy-inspired balloon art, cheerful meet-and-greet mascots, and complimentary cotton candy. Kids Club members can even participate in a delightful cookie-decorating workshop, bringing home both their festive creations and a goodie bag. For gifting inspiration, VivoCity’s Christmas Gifting & Gourmet Delight guide highlights seasonal treats, limited-edition menus and stylish holiday picks, while LoveFAD’s charity gift-wrapping service (13–24 December) supports the Care Community Services Society. Adding to the excitement, NAVY@VIVO 2025 returns from 21–24 November with immersive exhibitions, dynamic performances, ship tours aboard RSS Resolution and scenic FCU rides. Whether shopping, dining or discovering festive magic, VivoCity promises a season brimming with colour, joy and connection.
Wisma Atria

Wisma Atria celebrates its first-ever Christmas collaboration with Barbie through Upon Iridescent Wings, running from 7 November to 26 December 2025. The mall transforms into a shimmering festive wonderland featuring interactive activities such as an exhibition, creative workshops, photogenic installations, a social media contest, and a charity auction. Taking centre stage at the L1 Indoor Atrium is Wings of Christmas – A Barbie Couture Creations Exhibition and Charity Auction, showcasing more than 70 one-of-a-kind Barbie dolls dressed in sustainable couture. Spearheaded by Jian Yang’s #FlushableFashion and Dawn Koh’s #wingsofchildhood, the showcase brings together artists, designers, and students from LASALLE College of the Arts and the University of the Arts Singapore. While Jian Yang’s and the LASALLE students’ creations offer inspiration, select couture Barbies—including Dawn Koh’s pieces—will be available for silent auction, with all proceeds benefiting HCSA SPIN through the Community Chest. Shoppers can further engage their creativity at the Wings of Childhood – Iridescent Angel Wings Workshops, held every Saturday from 8 November to 20 December, where participants receive a new Barbie doll and craft angel wings from upcycled materials before photographing their masterpiece at the Capture Your Wings Moment booth for display on the L2 Outdoor Christmas Tree LED screens. Complementing the experience is Wisma Atria’s dazzling décor, highlighted by a 6-metre iridescent Christmas tree adorned with jeweled butterflies, glowing baubles, and a regal crown. Visitors can pose along the festive runway, join the Capture the Magic Instagram contest to win $100 e-vouchers, discover gifting ideas from seven new brands, and enjoy generous shopping rewards and a lucky draw.
