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July
Arts in the park
Several times a month, musical and theatre
performances are held in Singapore's
beautifully landscaped parks. Enjoy music
ranging from Chinese Orchestra to Percussion
to Choir and exhilarating theatre
performances.
August
National Day
Celebrations
Join the country as she celebrates her 35
the National Day with pomp and pageantry.
The annual National Day Parade on 9 august
promises a fun-filled occasion complete with
cultural dances and fireworks galore.
August to September
Festivals of the
Hungry Ghosts
The Taoists believe that the gates of
hell are thrown open through the seventh
month of the lunar year during which spirits
are allowed to wander the earth. To appease
them and keep them from causing mischief,
offerings are burnt, and sumptuous banquets
and Chinese operas are held.
WOMAD - World of
Music, Arts and Dance
Experience an evening of exotic dance and
music from all over the world at WOMAD
Singapore '99. Stroll into the historic site
of Fort Canning Park and you'll be
mesmerized by a colorful display of vibrant
yet soulful performances by top-notch
international artistes.
Lantern Festival
A grand lantern display is the highlight of
this traditional mid-autumn celebration.
Particularly striking at night, the Chinese
Garden becomes a fairyland of lights and
colors. Entertainment is varied, including
cultural shows, lion and dragon dances.
Local food and night bazaars will be
available for those who wish to bring home a
piece of this memorable event.
Mooncake Festival
The Mild-autumn Festival, celebrated when
the moon is at its fullest, is a time for
Chinese of all ages to display their most
colorful lanterns. Folklore tells of how the
Chinese sent secret messages placed in moon
cakes to help overthrows the tyrannical Yuan
Dynasty in the 14th century.
Since then, moon cakes have become a special
delicacy for this season and are widely
available in Chinatown.
October to November
Deepavali
Little India in Serangoon Road will be
decorated with lights, garlands and colorful
arches during Deepavali - the Hindu Festival
of Lights which celebrates the triumph of
good over evil.
November
Thimithi
Thimithi is an annual fire-walking ceremony
held in honor of the Goddess Draupadi.
Singapore River
Buskers' Festival
Some of the best street performers from all
over the world are back for the third year
of this entertainment extravaganza. Let
jugglers and mime artistes thrill you with
their antics and street comedians tickle
your funny bone.
November to January
Christmas light -
up
The famous Orchard Road is transformed into
a fairyland of lights to usher in Christmas
and the New Year with one of the longest
light-ups in the world.
December to January
Hari Raya Light
The Muslims observe daylight fasting during
the month of Ramadan. The end of Ramadan is
celebrated in grand fashion, as it is an
important time to renew family ties. A 'pasar
malam' (night market) springs up in Geyland
Serai selling Malay delicacies, household
goods, clothing and other festive items.
Qing Ming Festival
This is an "All Souls Day" when
food and incense are offered to ancestors at
temples and cemeteries by the Chinese.
Singapore River
Fiesta
The Singapore River comes alive during this
Fiesta. The event will feature a calendar of
exciting activities all held at the nation's
historic waterway.
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