It is the most wonderful time of the year. The World Christmas Market 2025 returns for its second edition Togetherland in Singapore with a bigger, brighter Christmas playground of nine festive zones. The Christmas market opens from Dec 11, 2025 to Jan 4, 2026 at Bayfront Event Space.

The family-friendly festival features more than 40 food-and-beverage concepts, 60 retail booths and an original musical called The Brightest Christmas Star.

There are also pet-friendly zones, and rides, games and many activities for children.

The 2025 edition – presented with the Urban Redevelopment Authority as part of the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown 2026 – spans about 20,000 sq m. This is double the footprint of its 2024 debut at The Promontory waterfront in Marina Bay.

Organised by Oceanus Media Global, a Singapore-based creative technology firm, Togetherland opens with the Gateway of Stars, a shimmering tunnel of lights, kinetic sculptures and arches that ushers visitors into the Constellation Town Square.

Scattered across the grounds are reindeer sculptures of up to 4m tall, marking the entrances to the nine experiential zones inspired by Santa’s reindeer.

A highlight is the Dancer’s Magical Stage, where the 50-minute The Brightest Christmas Star musical will be performed nightly by an all-local cast including actress-singers Seah Janice and Claris Tan.

Another draw is the 8m-tall real Christmas tree studded with 1,500 mirror balls, ringed by festive stalls, light installations and a Community Wishing Tree.

A returning favourite is the Christmas Tree Farm by home-grown, family-owned floral and landscape company Sing See Soon, which showcases real Christmas trees, ornaments and holiday decor.

“A real Christmas tree brings an authenticity that’s hard to replicate,” says Ms Gracelyn Lin, chief executive of Sing See Soon. “More than a decoration, it’s a tradition that stays with families – one that many in Singapore seldom get the chance to experien...