Jurong Lake Garden | Mid Autumn Festival 2026

Lights by the Lake 2026: Mid-Autumn Festival at Jurong Lake Gardens Lights by the Lake 2026 is the signature annual Mid-Autumn Festival celebration held at Jurong Lake Gardens. Running against the scenic backdrop of the gardens, the festival transforms the destination into a glowing wonderland of larger-than-life lantern displays, cultural showcases, live outdoor concerts, and family-friendly activities. Event Overview Dates: 19 September to 27 September 2026 (Lantern displays extended until 4 October 2026) Time: 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM daily Location: Jurong Lake Gardens (Lakeside Garden, Chinese Garden, and Japanese Garden) Admission: Free Key Highlights & Features Breathtaking Themed Lantern Displays: Features magnificent light installations inspired by folklore, including the classic Chinese Legend of the White Snake (Bai Suzhen), the Moonlit Reunion & Whispers of the Jade Rabbit at the Cleansing Biotope Ponds, and Japanese folklore motifs featuring Princess Kaguya at the Japanese Garden's Floral Garden. Immersive Light Shows: Catch nightly synchronized light and sound shows, including regular spectacles lighting up the iconic Cloud Pagoda in the Chinese Garden. Live Performances & Concerts: Enjoy free open-air concerts on the Ficus Lawn, featuring crowd-favorite acts like the NParks Rockestra® (Mandopop and English retro hits) and special performances by the Singapore Chinese Orchestra. Interactive Family Activities & Workshops: Highlights include Hanfu dress-up and photo booths, lantern-making craft hubs, mooncake riddle games, roving art studios by the National Gallery Singapore, and family movie screenings. Festive Food Market & Carnival: Head to the Lakeside Field for a bustling food street offering popular street eats, alongside carnival games and bouncy castles organized by Families for Life. Tags #LightsByTheLake2026 #JurongLakeGardens #MidAutumnFestival2026 #SingaporeEvents #FamilyFunSG #NParks #ChineseGarden #LanternDisplay #FreeInSG #ThingsToDoInSingapore #japanesegarden