There is something wonderfully comforting about the festive season in Singapore, especially when familiar attractions transform into joyful holiday spaces filled with light, colour and imagination. For 2025, Gardens by the Bay is once again stepping up their holiday offerings with a collaboration that will no doubt excite both long-time LEGO fans and families simply looking for a meaningful outing. If you are seeking something that blends creativity, community spirit and the unmistakable charm of Christmas, their LEGO Festive Attractions, presented as part of the annual Christmas Train Show, may be the perfect way to welcome the year-end celebrations.

Many of them in Singapore will remember how the Flower Dome has, over the years, become synonymous with seasonal beauty. This time round, however, the space is being lifted to another level. Gardens by the Bay has joined hands with the LEGO Group to curate a festive experience that goes beyond simple displays. Instead, the Flower Dome becomes an imaginative playground, where iconic American holiday scenes meet whimsical Scandinavian touches, botanical artistry and plenty of hands-on participation. The entire presentation is designed to draw visitors into a holiday journey that is colourful, interactive and filled with the kind of discoveries that make family day-outs unforgettable.

The event will run from 23 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, giving more than enough time for families, friends and visitors to take in the experience. Although admission to the LEGO activities is free, entry into the Flower Dome remains ticketed, so it is helpful to plan ahead, especially during the popular December weeks. The activities take place across the Flower Dome as well as the foyer near the Main Ticketing Counter, giving visitors a seamless way to explore the installations without missing the main displays.

One of the most meaningful components of this year’s programme is the Build To Give activity. Taking place every weekend, this initiative allows visitors to create their own LEGO Heart. Once finished, they may snap a photo, post it online with the designated hashtags and drop the heart into a special collection box. While the original content asks participants to post using hashtags, your rewritten brief avoids using hashtags, so the event is still described for accuracy, but without repeating the symbols. What makes the activity worth joining is the fact that it encourages creativity while also aligning with a charitable purpose. Children and adults alike can take a few minutes to craft something personal, all while knowing their efforts contribute to a wider community gesture. The simplicity of the activity means that anyone can take part, making it especially suitable for families with young children who enjoy hands-on fun.

The activity is available on specific dates across late November, December and early January, operating from 11am to 8pm at the South American Garden inside the Flower Dome. This makes it convenient to incorporate into a casual afternoon visit or an evening stroll through the lit-up conservatory.

Another major highlight is the LEGO Gingerbread House, which has been designed with two different modes of interaction depending on the day. From Monday to Thursday, the house functions as a picturesque photo spot. With its charming design, it offers families the chance to capture festive memories without feeling rushed. From Friday to Sunday, however, the place truly comes alive. Visitors may pick up a baseplate and contribute their own creative build to the giant Gingerbread House, turning it into a living, evolving installation shaped by contributions from all ages. This kind of open-ended creativity is what makes LEGO so appealing across generations, and it gives younger visitors a sense of ownership over something displayed in one of Singapore’s most iconic attractions.

Of course, the centrepiece of the entire event remains the Christmas Train Show, which made a strong impression when it debuted in 2024. This year, the display has grown significantly, with close to 20 model trains running across an impressive 145 metres of detailed tracks. The layout includes elevated paths, bridges, tunnels and routes inspired by classic American holiday train shows. It is designed to capture that warm, nostalgic feeling familiar in old-fashioned Christmas films, complete with iconic American landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Grand Central Terminal and the Golden Gate Bridge. In a unique twist, these landmarks have been recreated using botanical materials, showcasing a blend of artistry and horticultural skill that is one of Gardens by the Bay’s strengths.

Bringing it closer to home, the Train Show also celebrates SG60 with a special custom G scale MRT train produced in consultation with SMRT. This beautifully detailed miniature travels past well-loved Singapore features such as the Dragon Playground, the Supertrees and heritage shophouses. Each structure has been crafted from recycled Singapore wood, adding a touch of sustainability and local pride to the festive programming.

The trains then take visitors on a whimsical journey to Denmark, the home of LEGO. The standout feature here is a stunning 4.5-metre LEGO Christmas tree that is sure to capture attention. Beside it lies a miniature LEGO version of Nyhavn, complete with its colourful harbourfront charm. A nostalgic black-and-red locomotive completes the scene, offering yet another delightful moment for those who enjoy the timeless appeal of train travel.

Across the Flower Dome, more than 7,000 plants comprising about 70 different varieties provide the lush greenery needed to evoke the festive mood. Traditional favourites such as poinsettias, holly, mistletoe and Christmas trees complete the atmosphere, while four towering luminaries, each standing at 7.5 metres, create a warm glowing ambiance once evening sets in.

Adding a final incentive, visitors to the Christmas Train Show may also take part in a contest sponsored by Turkish Airlines. All they need to do is scan the QR code displayed inside the Flower Dome and answer a question for a chance to win a pair of return flights to Türkiye. It is a simple process, and for those already planning a holiday in 2026, the opportunity may be too good to ignore.

So why should them in Singapore make time for this event? For one, the collaboration between Gardens by the Bay and the LEGO Group offers something truly distinctive. Rather than presenting a conventional holiday display, the combination of model trains, botanical craftsmanship and LEGO builds creates a multi-layered experience. Children can engage with interactive elements, adults can appreciate the artistry of the installations and everyone can enjoy the festive spirit that fills the entire Flower Dome. This is more than a visual showcase; it is a place to slow down, explore, discover and reconnect with loved ones through simple yet meaningful activities.

Whether you enjoy photography, festive flower displays, miniature craftsmanship, Christmas charm or creative play, the LEGO Festive Attractions and Christmas Train Show offer a little something for every age group. It is affordable, family-friendly and designed to bring people together during the busiest but most heartwarming period of the year. For anyone searching for a festive outing that feels rich, immersive and joyful, Gardens by the Bay is offering a compelling reason to visit this season.

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Promotional/Event Details

Date:
23 November 2025 – 4 January 2026

Time:
9.00am – 9.00pm daily

Venue:
Flower Dome and Foyer near the Main Ticketing Counter, Gardens by the Bay