Celebrate Sweet and Frosty Pinkmas Magic at Plaza Singapura with Museum of Ice Cream: Festive Lights, Sweet Treats, and Ice Cream Fun!

Hi Huneybees,

This festive season, Plaza Singapura and the Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) are teaming up to make your Christmas truly magical. From 22 November to 25 December 2024, enjoy a month-long celebration filled with twinkling lights, festive treats, and exciting activities to warm your heart and ignite your holiday spirit.

For the first time ever, Plaza Singapura will light up its 170-metre frontage with a dazzling pink-themed light show, perfect for snapping festive photos. Adding to the cheer, Singapore’s largest ice cream-inspired igloo will offer a cool escape, inviting visitors to experience a whimsical winter wonderland in the heart of the tropics. Supported by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), this magical activation enhances Orchard Road’s status as a lifestyle destination.

Step into the holiday spirit with creative workshops! Join the Dessert Squishy Painting Workshop, where you can craft your own sweet-inspired masterpiece and take it home in a personalized gift bag. Workshops run every Saturday and Sunday in 20-minute sessions from 1 PM to 9 PM, for just $15 per participant.

You can also share the love by sharing a cup of ice cream while making your festive wishes in a magical Pinkmas forest! Indulge in the smoky notes of Brown Butter Ice Cream with Pecan, scoop up the rich decadence of velvety Double Chocolate Ice Cream with Chocolate Fudge and Marshmallow, or stay frosty with the Peppermint Chocolate Chip. For a dairy-free option, the Strawberry Sorbet with Gold Glitters is bound to delight with its light and refreshing flavour.

Capture a perfect memory

Capture unforgettable moments this Christmas as Plaza Singapura, Level 1 frontage transforms into a pink wonderland. Every tree glows with pink lights, setting the stage for a festive and magical atmosphere.

Discover your ultimate Christmas haven, beautifully adorned with captivating decorations. At the center of the Igloo lies a stunning life-sized twinkling snowglobe, complemented by the charming Igloo Sprinkle Pool. The enchanting Pink Igloo Village also provides a picture-perfect setting, ideal for capturing treasured holiday memories.

Immerse yourself in the festive vibes with the first-ever Christmas light show at Plaza Singapura happening:

• Every Friday to Sunday evening from 22nd November to 15th December.
• Every evening from 20th to 25th December at 7:30 PM, 8:30 PM, and 9:30 PM.

End your visit by sharing holiday wishes! Use a QR code to project your greetings across the event grounds, spreading joy and festive cheer to everyone.

Merry rewards await

As our cherry on top of the festivities, everyone can win attractive prizes from a Pinkmas lucky draw! Use the code PINKMAS on the CapitaStar app (available on both iOS and Android) to enter the draw, and you might be one of five lucky winners of 4 annual passes to MOIC (worth $150 each)! Redeem additional rewards when you visit during the light shows. Keep those eyes peeled for festive reward codes during the scheduled light shows, with exclusive rewards up for grabs! 

Capture sweet memories and tag @plazasingapura and @museumoficecreamsg on your social media platforms and redeem it for a cup of free ice cream limited to the first 50 redemptions per light show (7.30pm, 8.30pm and 9.30pm) every Friday to Sunday.

Spread the festive glee with your loved ones this Christmas at Plaza Singapura! Use the code GIFTNGLEE on the CapitaStar app and add an extra touch of merriment and delight in the joy of giving with the $5 Gift & Glee eVoucher, perfect for treating yourself or a loved one.

From now till 27 December 2024, enjoy Christmas Rewards with MasterCard! Be among the first MasterCard shoppers to spend a minimum of $300 at Plaza Singapura to receive $30 worth of mall vouchers!

Rounding up the festivities, shop till you jingle and unlock up to $15 worth of eCapitaVouchers (valid at all CapitaLand malls) with a minimum spend on weekdays, and stand to win 1 Million STAR$® on the CapitaStar app (available on both iOS and Android).

There you have it! Don’t miss out on this festive extravaganza that combines creativity, treats, and a sprinkle of magic. Head over to Plaza Singapura for a holiday celebration like no other!

For more information, visit https://www.capitaland.com/sg/malls/plazasingapura/en.html, or follow Plaza Singapura on Facebook and Instagram. 

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Experience New Holiday Magic: Merry Bears, and Immersive Light Displays at Christmas Wonderland

Hi Huneybees,

Are you ready to embrace the magic of the holiday season? Christmas Wonderland, Singapore’s much-loved annual yuletide fair, is back for its 11th edition, packed with new immersive experiences and enchanting displays for all ages. Taking place from November 29, 2024, to January 1, 2025, at Gardens by the Bay, this year’s fair promises more lights, festive performances, and holiday magic than ever before!

Presented by Trip.com and organized by Blue Sky Events, the festival lets you experience “snowfall” in the tropics with Blizzard Time, featuring a brand-new, heartwarming soundtrack, Magic of Christmas, by local composer-conductor Dr. Darius Lim. As you stroll through the Gardens, enjoy a majestic 20-meter-tall Spalliera light display, inspired by Italian Gothic architecture, adding a touch of timeless beauty to the setting.

“As the biggest yuletide event in Singapore, Christmas Wonderland has been spreading festive cheer to over 5 million people since our first event in 2014. This year, we look forward to welcoming new and returning visitors to Gardens by the Bay, where they can enjoy a fantastic atmosphere and experience spectacular light displays which are more immersive than ever, along with our signature attractions Blizzard Time, more festive performances including festive flash mobs, and carnival games that are bound to get them in a celebratory mood this Christmas.” --- Kevin Soh, Director of Blue Sky Events.

This year’s Christmas Wonderland offers an incredible array of photo opportunities around Supertree Grove, with four times more light displays than previous years. Look out for larger-than-life Ornament Balls, and a fun giant Ice Skate display for all your holiday snaps.

Don’t miss the trio of adorable Merry Bears on the Lawn, the tallest standing nearly six meters, and the enchanted walk through Bluebell Lane’s light-filled forest. Over at Merry Lane, you’ll find mesmerizing displays like the 50-meter-long Walk of Lights tunnel presented by Trip.com, and for a touch of classic elegance, the Swan Lake-inspired Odette’s Dance, where swan displays and multimedia come together for a spectacular show.

Fan Favourites at Christmas Wonderland

Get ready for even more holiday cheer at this year’s Christmas Wonderland, where an expanded entertainment lineup awaits! Visitors can enjoy festive tunes from various singer-songwriters, spot surprise festive flash mobs, and enjoy a 50% increase in choral performances compared to last year. At Supertree Grove, be mesmerized by the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show, where the iconic Supertrees light up to Christmas classics in an enchanting display.

Over at Santa’s Village, families can join the tradition of snapping a memorable photo with Father Christmas in his cozy setup. Plus, there’s no shortage of fun with classic carnival games like Ring Toss, Fishy Fishy, and Snowball Smash. For those seeking a unique ride experience, hop on Singapore’s only double-story Venetian Horse Carousel or board the charming CDG Zig Express Christmas Train. With four different carnival rides, there’s something for every age group!

After all the excitement, visitors can indulge in delicious bites from some of Singapore’s favorite food vendors, including Brewerkz, Harry’s, Churros Republic, Sofnade, Swag Social and lots more. And for a dose of festive shopping, Mistletoe Alley offers new, vibrant holiday huts, with cheerful elves ready to welcome you as you explore the unique selection of gifts and treats.

Season of Giving

Visitors are encouraged to use public transport or enjoy exclusive offers from the official mobility partner, CDG Zig. New users can receive $3 off their first ride with CDG Zig to Gardens by the Bay by using a special promo code upon sign-up. At Christmas Wonderland, visitors can also join CDG Zig’s Jolly Jackpot Giveaway for a chance to win attractive vouchers (subject to availability).

Whether you’re in for the holiday spirit or looking to capture special moments with family and friends, Christmas Wonderland has something magical for everyone. So grab your loved ones, snap some festive photos, and make this season unforgettable at Gardens by the Bay!

Tickets to Christmas Wonderland are available at christmaswonderland.sg and official ticketing partner Trip.com. Tickets are priced from S$9 for adults and S$7 for children (3 to 12 years old), with four daily sessions starting from 6.30pm. Separate charges apply for OCBC Skyway, Supertree Observatory, Floral Fantasy and Gardens by the Bay conservatories. 

Visit www.christmaswonderland.sg for more details on the event’s attractions.

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Let Us Drift Into Utopias With The Inflatables

Hi Huneybees,

Art appreciation is an important way to develop critical and innovative thinking and that is why yours truly Queen Bee and I do set aside some time in our fast-paced lifestyle to do that.

Floating Utopias is one such exhibition that promises to evoke consciousness and playfulness, while at the same time provides the educational value not just about the history of inflatables but also the invisible power that it has wielded by men since its creation.

The enormous inflatables first appeared at Macy's Christmas Parade in 1927 was designed by Anthony Frederick Sarg that would become almost synonymous with the annual holiday tradition

While we could debate on whether there was link between King Louis XVI decree of the first human flight in a hot air balloon in 1783 and start of the French revolution 6 years after that led to his execution, inflatables have since been used for propagating different idealism, from Macy's use of enormous inflatable cartoons and caricatures during its Christmas Parade in 1927 to promote consumerism; to Soviet Union using it in 1937 to mobilise sentiments against the rise of fascism in Europe.

Likewise in Singapore, inflatables are often used in big parades like NDP and Chingay, such as the recent use of a life-size Formula One car replica during Chingay Parade 2019 to engage the youths.

Whether it's a public space or private one, inflatables do take up spaces but in today's increasingly scepticism sentiment among people, due to security concern and rapid urbanisation, space itself has becoming a premium and hence the use of space by inflatable can act as a barometer to measure people's tolerance towards space.

Dawn Ng and her colossal bunny - Walter

Walter, by local artist Dawn Ng, is originally created in 2011 to re-examine overlooked and over- familiar spaces around Singapore, has re-emerged as an exhibit at Floating Utopias to test audience's comfort level of personal space by having them housed in a small room with the colossal bunny.

Museum of the Moon is Luke Jerram largest work to date and it is installed to mark the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing by NASA astronauts in 1969

The highlight of the exhibition for me is definitely the Museum of the Moon by Luke Jerram where a floating sculpture of the Moon, made using state of the art scientific images from NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Oribiter Camera! Spanning 6 meters in diameter and is a 1:600,000 scaled replica of the actual moon, I bet anyone will share some sort of an extraordinary experience by simply admiring the exquisite detail of the lunar surface so close up.

Outside the exhibition, there are also public activities such as Speak Out Stand Out hands-on workshop for children at  SGD$5 per participant and the free screening of icon Up and Away animation for the family to enjoy.

Artistes descended to Singapore for the Press Conference at ArtScience Museum on 24th May included Graham Stevens (Left), Ahmet Ögüt (Center) and Dawn Ng 

A visual experience that features more than 40 objects and artworks, including eight large-scale air-filled sculptures, by more than 15 international and local artists, Floating Utopias is currently running at ArtScience Museum from now till 29th September 2019. Limited daily guided tour in English, Mandarin and even Japanese are available at selected day and timeslot.

Explore Floating Utopia as a couple with an open mind, allows this invention of inflatable shaped the way we understand the world, our place in it and a memorable time drifting in time and space together.

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[Updated] Celebrate Christmas With Pikachu & Eevee

Hi Huneybees,

PIKACHU! I Choose YOU!

Actually, I can't decide between Pikachu and Eevee. They are super adorable and if you are big Pokémon fans like hubby and me, you must head on over to the M Malls in Singapore, as Pikachu and Eevee make special appearances at the malls this December!

Amk Hub, Jurong Point and Thomson Plaza are all decked in Pokémon-themed decorations and packed with fun-filled activities and performances for the lovers of this all-time favourite game and cartoon series. 

If you have been liking those viral Pikachu dancing videos, you will be in for a treat as for the first time a group of Pikachu-s and Eevee-s come together for a debut appearance at all of the 3 mentioned malls. You can even have the chance to pose and snap selfies with them!

Check out the super adorable video below...

Whilst waiting for the special show, kids, and fans can also take part in the carnival games. Simply spend $30 ($30 at NTUC Fairprice / Fairprice Xtra / Fairprice Finest) to redeem a game pass entry into the Pokémon themed carnival at the atrium of the malls. 

There's also a Pokémon Quiz Rally card where you can find specific answers around the malls to receive a little prize.

Each mall has different Pokémon Decorations, spot the many Instagram-worthy displays around the malls as well as the mega-sized Pikachu. 

Something special at AMK Hub is the Uncle Ringo fun-fair rides. From spinning teacups to the swashbuckling pirate ship ride, you can start your carnival adventure with a purchased $5 ticket.

Lastly, calling all trainers! In lieu of Nintendo's latest new role-playing video game on Nintendo Switch - Let's Go Pikachu! and Pokémon: Let's Go, Eevee, there are also booths set at the malls for you to try your hand on the game before deciding to purchase the games.

Shopping at these malls also has its perks and here are some of the promotions...

Gift-with-Purchase: Exclusive Pokémon Gift Wrapper (From 16 Nov 2018 onwards) 

Wrap your gifts with a touch of Pikachu and friends! Redeem a set of exclusive Pokémon-themed gift wrapper and game booklet with $80 spent ($120 at NTUC Fairprice / FairPrice Xtra FairPrice Finest). Whilst stocks last!

Gift-with-Purchase: Limited Edition Pokémon Tumblers (16 Nov to 26 Dec 2018) 

This Christmas, get toasty and sip on a warm drink in the limited Edition Pokémon Tumblers! Shoppers can redeem the limited Edition Pokémon Tumblers with every $160 spent ($240 at NTUC FairPrice / FairPrice Xtra) – in a maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts. There will be 6 exclusive designs to collect, whilst stocks last!

Gift-with-Purchase: Exclusive Pokémon Plushies (3 to 26 Dec 2018) 

Christmas means more cuddles! Spend $300 ($450 at FairPrice Xtra / FairPrice Finest) to redeem a special Pokémon Christmas plushie exclusive to M Malls only – in a maximum of 4 combined same-day receipts. There will be 2 exclusive designs to collect, whilst stocks last!

The timings for the Pokémon themed events are as shown above. There's also workshops for the fans to bring home a part of the memory...

DIY Workshops - learn how to make pencil cases and snow globes

If you’ve got kids tagging along with you to soak in the Pokémon-themed festivities, check out the Pencil Case and Snow Globe Making workshops. Entry fee for the workshops is $10/pax, or if you’re using the M Malls app, accumulate 5,000 M Points and top up a balance of $5.

Pencil Case Making

• AMK Hub: 15 Dec, 2PM-3PM
• Jurong Point: 16 Dec, 1PM-2PM
• Thomson Plaza: 16 Dec, 12PM-1PM

Snow Globe Making

• AMK Hub: 16 Dec, 2PM-3PM
• Jurong Point: 22 Dec, 1PM-2PM
• Thomson Plaza: 23 Dec, 2PM-3PM

So, let's get shopping this weekend!

See you there at the malls! =)

For more information on M Malls, please visit here.

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