Singapore in May 2025 – Things To Do, Festivals, Events & Weather
May is the quiet month before travel picks up next month. There are 2 public holidays in May: Labour Day on 1 May 2025, and Vesak Day on 12 May 2025.
The General Election (GE2025) is happening on Saturday, 3 May 2025. It isn’t a Public Holiday. However, the following Monday, 5 May 2025 will be a school holiday. Therefore, kids-friendly attractions might get a little bit crowded during this long weekend.
Because election is compulsory, most locals will be staying put in the country to vote on 3 May. But, many non-local residents who are not voting might be taking leave on 2 May to enjoy a super long weekend (1 to 4 May 2025) to travel overseas, therefore it is possible that Singapore will be slightly quieter during the first weekend of May.
Similarly, the second weekend of May is also a long weekend (10-12 May) due to Vesak holiday. During this long weekend, many Singapore residents would be traveling overseas, so you can expect a slightly quieter crowd in Singapore.
Besides the above official public holidays, there is an unofficial holiday and that is Mother’s Day on 11 May 2025. Hotels and restaurants will be offering Mother’s Day-themed promotions. Hence, restaurants will be quite busy during the Mother’s Day weekend.
Since May is a shoulder season, you can expect lower prices for hotels this month, compared to the upcoming June and July holiday season.
May is a hot month in terms of temperature. If you’re doing a lot of outdoor activities, don’t forget to wear sunscreen. Also, do wear breathable clothing.
Singapore’s Weather in May
May is the Inter-Monsoon Period in Singapore. During this time, there will be frequent (and at times severe) thunderstorms in the afternoon and early evening. Despite the thunderstorms, the afternoon temperature will be pretty hot, with maximum temperature above 32°C.
Based on historical data between 1991 to 2020, it rains 15 days out of 31 days. So, it will rain 48% of the month.
I recommend that you bookmark Singapore’s weather website, which is a very useful website to see current rain area & intensity, and to check the rain forecast for the next 4 days.
Most of the rains have pretty short duration. So you don’t have to cancel your plan if the forecast is rain. Just bring foldable umbrella if you’re planning to explore the outdoors.
May’s temperature hovers between 25.7 to 32.3 degrees Celsius (78.3 to 90.1 degrees Fahrenheit). Generally, the temperature in Singapore doesn’t differ much from month to month.
In May, the sun rises between 6.57am (1 May) to 6.56am (31 May) and sunset occurs between 7.06pm (1 May) to 7.07pm (31 May).
Travel Advisories
Gardens by the Bay Closure Days
Once a month, the attractions at Gardens by the Bay will be closed for maintenance. Here are the closure dates for this month:
- OCBC Skyway: 7 May 2025
- Supertree Observatory: 8 May 2025
- Flower Dome: 13 May 2025
- Floral Fantasy: 14 May 2025
- Cloud Forest: 26 May 2025
Things to do in Singapore in May 2025
1. Tulipmania
From 17 April to 12 May 2025, Flower Dome will be adorned with hundreds of tulips. This year is the eleventh edition of Tulipmania, the first edition was in 2013.
The colorful tulips are set in a landscape that showcases the charming tulip farms in the Türkiye, including some iconic landmarks, such as The Trojan Horse, Göbekli Tepe, Mardin’s Stone Houses, Mosaic Art, as well as traditional tulip fields where tulips are uniformly planted in rows of singular colour.
Date: 17 April to 12 May 2025, 9am to 9pm
Admission: From S$32/adult and S$18/child (include Cloud Forest)
Venue: Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
2. Lilytopia
From 22 May to 15 Jun 2025, Flower Dome will be transformed into a Lilytopia. Inspired by Venice, the flower field will showcase a Venetian summer with more than 10,000 lilies of over 50 varietie lining up the cobblestone streets
Set against the romantic backdrop of Venice, this floral display features St Mark’s Tower, iconic canals of La Serenissima lined with charming Italian houses and shops. Get a glimpse of Italian life through the landscape, including the intricate Carnevale masks, Burano lace, rustic kitchens of Italian nonna (grandmothers), barrel-aged wines, and more.
Date: 22 May to 15 Jun 2025, 9am to 9pm
Admission: From S$46/adult and S$32/child (include Flower Dome)
Venue: Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
3. Disney Garden of Wonder at Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay (Extended!)
Disney Garden of Wonder is a special exhibition at Floral Fantasy featuring impressive topiary and floral sculptures of beloved Disney characters. Previously slated to end in March, the exhibition is now extended to June 2025, so if you haven’t visited yet, don’t miss it this time!
For the first time in Singapore, visitors can see Mickey Mouse & Friends, Winnie the Pooh, The Little Mermaid, and Toy Story’s Woody and Buzz Lightyear reimagined as stunning horticultural displays.
Inspired by the Epcot International Flower & Garden Festival, this exhibit brings the magic of Disney-themed topiaries—a long-standing Walt Disney World tradition—to Singapore. Gardens by the Bay offers its own unique take on these cherished horticultural creations, giving fans and guests an unforgettable chance to enjoy Disney magic in a lush, floral setting.
Date: 1 Dec 2024 to 30 Jun 2025
Time: 10am to 9pm
Admission: S$24 (Adult), S$16 (Child)
Venue: Floral Fantasy at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
4. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic
Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is an interactive art experience inspired by, well, Harry Potter. If you’re a fans of Harry Potter and the wizarding world, this is an event you don’t want to miss, because it’s only here for a limited time.
At Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, there are 10 immersive sections, each filled with breathtaking installations. From The Knight Bus, Ministries of Magic, The Chamber of Secrets and even The Pensieve!
Date: From 22 Nov 2024
Admission: From S$39/Child and S$49/Adult
Venue: Resorts World Sentosa, The Forum, Level B1
Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Level B1, Sentosa Island, Singapore 098269
5. Vesak Day Procession at Kong Meng San Temple
Vesak Day is an important day in Buddhist community. If you’d like to participate the Vesak Day celebration, head to Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, the largest Buddhist temple in Singapore.
The main highlight of the Vesak Day celebration is the 3 Steps 1 Bow Ceremony which starts at 5.30pm on 11 May 2025 and ends at 7am on 12 May 2025. Interested participants need to obtain tickets in advance. For those without tickets, you can join the public group’s 3 Steps 1 Bow procession starting from 10pm at the Hall of No Form.
If staying up at night is not right up your alley, you can visit the temple during the Vesak Day itself on 12 May 2025. There will be tons of activities to take part in, such as Bathing of Prince Siddhartha, offering of flowers and lights, Vesak Fair, and many other activities.
Date: 12 May 2025
Admission: Free
Venue: Kong Meng San Phor Kark See
Address: 88 Bright Hill Road Singapore 574117 (location on map)
6. Mother’s Day Dining
Mother’s Day falls on 11 May 2025, and it’s a special occasion celebrated by many families in Singapore. Dining out is a popular way to mark this meaningful day.
If you’re looking to treat your mom to a memorable dining experience in Singapore this Mother’s Day, here are some of my top recommendations:
- Mother’s Day Brunch at Edge, Pan Pacific Singapore (read my review of Edge’s Brunch)
- Mother’s Day Brunch at Verandah Rooftop Rotisserie, Momentus Hotel Alexandra
7. Children’s Festival
This year, Children’s Festival returns to Gardens by the Bay! From 24 May 2025 to 15 June 2025, the Supertree Grove transforms into an outdoor festival with interactive installations inspired by Disney’s Lilo & Stitch!
Here are the highlights of the Children’s Festival 2025:
- The Great ‘Ohana Wave (for kids aged 6-12 years old): At almost 7m-tall, this slide challenges young adventurers and boosts their confidence as they “surf” its exhilarating height.
- Forest of Belonging: An inflatable forest-themed playscape where the little ones learn the meaning of ohana.
- Space Adventure: Go on a space-themed mission by racing swing cars to power up as many light beams as you can to complete your mission.
- Stitch’s Mischief Makers: Nurture the little ones’ creativity and sensory awareness through tactile play with kinetic sand.
- Meet & Greet: Say aloha to the characters from Lilo & Stitch on 7 & 8 Jun 2025 (3.45pm, 4.45pm, 5.45pm & 6.45pm)!
- Stage Performances: Catch The Great Island Series for a whirlwind performance of dance, games and silliness galore during evenings from 5.00pm to 7.00pm on 24, 25, 31 May, 1, 14 & 15 June 2025. It’s free for all to enjoy at Supertree Grove Lawn.
- Garden Rhapsody: After dark, be dazzled by a special edition of Garden Rhapsody inspired by Disney’s Lilo & Stitch – The Way to ‘Ohana. Garden Rhapsody takes place daily at 7.45pm and 8.45pm.
- Carnival: Play exciting games in the fun-filled Stitch-themed Carnival with games inspired by both space and island settings!
- Retail Pop-Up: Bring home Lilo & Stitch themed products including special items that are exclusive to Children’s Festival.
- Workshops: Join specially curated hands-on workshops that come with beautiful keepsakes for kids to take home. From decorating space lanterns to making squishy gooey slime, there’s something for everyone! Fees apply.
Remember to pick up your free activity trail booklet at the event counter and get all the stamps at the activity stations to redeem an exclusive Stitch-themed sticker sheet set!
Date: 24 May 2025 to 15 Jun 2025
Time: 10am to 9pm (The Lilo & Stitch themed installations will close at 7pm)
Admission: Free
Venue: Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
8. Jurassic World at Cloud Forest
Jurassic World: The Experience is an immersive exhibition that brings to life the cinematic wonder of the Jurassic World film franchise through life-sized animatronic dinosaurs nestled within the iconic cooled conservatory.
The experience features 13 exciting zones for visitors to explore, with highlights including an awe-inspiring 8.5-meter-tall Brachiosaurus, a hands-on nursery where guests can spend time with baby dinosaurs, and a face-to-face moment with the fearsome Tyrannosaurus rex. Visitors can also search for tiny Compsognathus, or “Compys,” hidden throughout lush garden pathways.
Date: From 29 May 2025
Time: 9am to 9pm (Last admission at 8pm)
Admission: From S$46/adult and S$32/child (include Flower Dome)
Venue: Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
9. i Light
i Light is an annual sustainable light festival featuring light art installations, designed with energy-saving lightings and/or environmentally-friendly materials.
This year’s theme is To Gather and features the colour red. Admission is free, except for special installations.
There are 9 installations scattered around Marina Bay Area and neighbouring precincts, including Singapore River, Raffles Place and South Beach.
Here’s the list of the 9 art installations:
- Piano Walk. Location: Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza
- Take a walk through the meadow with me. Location: Lawn beside NTUC Building
- Elementary. Location: Clifford Square
- Urban Oracle. Location: Pontoon near Red Dot Design Museum
- Reverse Waterfall. Location: UOB Plaza Façade
- Bridge of 1,000 Dreams. Location: Cavenagh Bridge
- The Guardians. Location: Raffles Place Park
- Saulux. Location: Fountain Plaza, South Beach Avenue Level 1
- This is Not a Screen. Location: South Beach Avenue, Level B1
Besides light art installations, there will also be plenty of exciting programmes, such as:
- Gastrobeats, the festival village at Bayfront Event Space where visitors can enjoy a wide array of sustainable local and international food, watch daily live music performance, and shop unique products from the vibrant retail zone.
- Workshop: Design your own meadow memory, where visitors can enjoy music performances, listen to insightful talks and join practical workshops around sustainability.
Date: 29 May to 21 Jun 2025
Time: 7.30pm to 11.00pm (Sun-Thu), 7.30pm to 12.00am (Fri-Sat)
Admission: Free
Venue: Marina Bay, Singapore River, Raffles Place, and South Beach
What else to do in Singapore
If you haven’t yet, I highly recommend that you read my guide on the best things to do in Singapore. In that article, you’ll find 60+ ideas to make your trip to Singapore a memorable one.
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