Christmas Together 2026 runs from 27 to 29 November at Hall F of the Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands, from 10am to 9pm each day, and entry is free. The main thing to decide is whether to register in advance, since walking in is allowed but registration is the way to avoid long queues.
The key details
- Dates: Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November 2026.
- Hours: 10am to 9pm.
- Venue: Hall F, Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands.
- Entry: Free. Time Out Singapore reports that you can walk in on the day, or register in advance to avoid the long queues.
- Organiser: The event site is run by Sustainable Markets SG, which describes Christmas Together as Singapore's largest Christmas village built around creative ways to give.
The organiser says it is a 70,000 sq ft Christmas village with 18 signature experiences, more than 150 brands, 50 live performances and 40 workshops. Time Out Singapore describes the hall as turning into a giant festive playground packed with shopping, workshops, performances, games and activities for children. These figures come from the organiser and from early coverage, so check the official programme for the final line-up.
Should you register
Registration is free. The organiser's site offers a free registration button and a promotion in which sharing the village gives you a chance to win a prize. Time Out says registering in advance helps you avoid long queues, which is useful on a free event over a weekend. If you plan to come on the Saturday or Sunday, register before you travel. If you plan to come on a weekday afternoon, or the Friday, walking in may be less of a risk, but there is no published crowd data, so this is a judgment and not a fact.
Registration does not mean workshops are included. Check each workshop's own terms.
What is on
The organiser lists five kinds of activity: shopping, workshops, performances, games and signature experiences. The following is what has been published so far.
Shopping
More than 150 brands are listed. A Christmas market is likely to include gifts, decorations and food, but the research did not find a brand-by-brand list, so check the organiser's site before you plan a shopping trip around a specific brand. Bring a way to pay and check which payment methods stalls accept, since this has not been confirmed.
Workshops
The organiser lists 40 workshops. Time Out describes workshops as part of the programme. Whether each is free or paid, the age range, and whether you need to book are not confirmed here. Check each workshop's page, and book early for activities with limited places.
Performances
The organiser lists 50 live performances across the three days. A programme with that many shows is likely to run in several slots, so check the schedule and choose which ones to catch rather than expecting to see everything.
Children's activities
Time Out highlights things to keep children occupied. The organiser mentions KIDSforKIDS teams on its site, which suggests a child-focused element, but the details are not confirmed. If you are going with young children, check the programme for age guidance, stroller access and quiet spaces.
Why giving is part of the event
Sustainable Markets SG frames Christmas Together around creative ways to give, which is different from a plain shopping fair. If this matters to you, read the organiser's description to see how giving is built into the experience, for example through collections or charity partnerships. This article does not list specific charities or collection points because the research did not confirm them.
Getting there
Check a journey planner for your route to Marina Bay Sands. For a 9pm finish, check last-train times for your line. If you drive, check parking rates and availability at Marina Bay Sands before you go, since the research did not find specific details.
How it fits with other events
Christmas Together falls in the same weekend as the end of Affordable Art Fair Singapore on 29 November and just before Singapore Comic Con on 4 to 6 December. Because it is free and aimed partly at families, weekends may be busier. If you want a quieter visit, a Friday may be less busy, but this is an expectation and not verified.
Planning a family visit
- Register in advance and keep the confirmation on your phone.
- Decide which workshops or performances you want, and check whether they need booking.
- Arrive early if you want to reduce the time spent queueing.
- Plan meals. The research did not confirm the food offering, so check the programme.
- Plan a rest break, since the hall is large and the hours are long.
What to confirm before you go
- Whether registration is per person or per group.
- Whether workshops are free or charged.
- Whether there is a capacity limit or timed entry.
- Whether re-entry is allowed.
- The performance schedule.
- Payment methods at stalls.
FAQs
Is Christmas Together free?
Yes, entry is free. Registration is optional but recommended to avoid queues.
When is it?
27 to 29 November 2026, 10am to 9pm.
Where is it?
Hall F, Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands.
Are workshops free?
Not confirmed. Check each workshop.
Is it suitable for children?
Time Out describes activities for children. Check age guidance.
Register for free if you plan to go on the weekend, and check the programme page for workshop and performance details before you decide how long to stay.
