Singapore in October 2024 – Things To Do, Festivals, Events & Weather
October is the shoulder season before the year-end festivities kicks off in November. Despite that, there are quite a number of festivities this month.
Deepavali falls on 31 October 2024 this year, and the festivities kickstart early this October. The Deepavali Light-Up takes place at Little India from 14 September 2024 until 17 November 2024.
Deepavali is a Public Holiday. Since it falls on Thursday this year, the long weekend (31 Oct – 3 Nov 2024) will most likely see plenty of travelers at Changi Airport, as well as Woodlands and Tuas (land crossing borders to Malaysia), and also Harbourfront and Tanah Merah (sea crossing to Indonesia).
Although not an official holiday, Halloween is also widely celebrated in many venues and attractions. There are events specially dedicated for Halloween, such as Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios.
Let’s get into the details!
Singapore’s Weather in October
October is the start of inter-monsoon period, which lasts from October to November. During this month, the wind is light and brings with it sea breeze.
Based on historical data between 1991 to 2020, October is the fourth wettest month in Singapore in terms of rainfall. On average, it rains 15 days out of 31 days, but the rain is mostly of short duration.
Rain occurs occasionally in the afternoon and early evening. It’s best to bring an umbrella if you’re planning for outdoor activities.
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.
October’s temperature hovers between 24 to 31 degrees Celsius (75 to 88 degrees Fahrenheit). Generally, the temperature in Singapore doesn’t differ much from month to month.
In October, the sun rises between 6.46am (31 Oct) to 6.51am (1 Oct), and sunset occurs between 6.50pm (31 Oct) to 6.57pm (1 Oct).
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:
- Flower Dome: 15 Oct 2024
- Cloud Forest: 14 Oct 2024
- Floral Fantasy: 22 Oct 2024
- OCBC Skyway: 9 Oct 2024
- Supertree Observatory: 23 Oct 2024
Things to do in Singapore in October 2024
1. Deepavali Light Up
On 31 October 2024, Singapore will be celebrating Deepavali (or Diwali), the festival of lights. However, the festivities start as early as 14 Sept 2024!
The streets at Little India are decorated with colorful arches and bright lights. The Deepavali Light-Up will take place for 2 months, from 14 September 2024 until 17 November 2024. The light-up will illuminate the Serangoon Road from 7pm to 12 midnight daily.
At the Deepavali Festive Village (located on Campbell Lane), you can shop for colorful decorations, traditional snacks and deserts, handicrafts, bright apparels among many other festive items from 14 September to 30 October 2024.
On 5th, 12th and 19th October 2024, there will be a parade where Deepavali Mascot “Tekka Raja” walks down the street and interacts with people. Visitors can take photos with Tekka Raja during the parade.
On top of the above, there will be a wide array of events and activities, such as Treasure Hunt, Big Bus Tour, Deepavali Live Cooking, and Cultural Workshops. You can check Deepavali official website to find details of the activities.
The two most popular temples to visit for Deepavali are Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and Sri Mariamman Temple.
2. Carnival of Flowers at Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
The Carnival of Flowers exhibition takes place from 23 Sep to 17 Nov 2024. It is the first-ever Australian-themed floral display at Gardens by the Bay.
Inspired by the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers, the longest-running floral show in Australia, the flower field at Flower Dome features native Australian plants like kangaroo paw, grevillea, waratah, manuka, and banksia.
Highlights of the display is the stunning floral floats crafted from preserved flowers, such as a towering Ferris wheel more than 4m in height and a captivating carousel with adorable Australian farm animals.
In addition, there are also enormous paper sculptures of native Australian flower, elements of Australia’s Indigenous culture, and delightful depictions of beloved Australian wildlife, from endearing koalas to bounding kangaroos to cheerful kookaburras.
Date: 23 Sep to 17 Nov 2024
Admission: From S$59 onwards (include Cloud Forest)
Venue: Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay
Address: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
3. Halloween
In the weeks leading to Halloween, there are many Halloween-themed events to celebrate the occasion. Some of the noteworthy ones are:
(i) Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Singapore
When: Selected nights from 27 Sep to 2 Nov 2024 (7.15pm to 12.30am/1.30am)
Where: Universal Studios Singapore
Ticket: From SGD 80
(ii) Ghost Ship Cruise
When: 26, 29, 30, 31 October 2024
Where: Royal Albatross Berth at Resort World Sentosa
Ticket: From SGD 225
Website: here
4. Bubble Planet
Bubble Planet is a multisensory, immersive, and interactive experience featuring 11 thematic sections filled with bubble-themed art and activities.
Visitors can explore a series of colorful installations, including Bubble Ocean (ocean of balloons), Bubble Bath (huge bath pit), Balloon Getaway (hot air balloon flight simulation), Infinity Room (filled with optical illusion), and VR room.
Located at Singapore EXPO, Bubble Planet is a great attraction for visitors of all age who are looking for a unique experience.
Date: From 3 Sep 2024
Admission: From S$21.90 (Adult) and S$14.90 (Child)
Venue: Singapore Expo, Hall 8B
Address: 9 Somapah Road, Singapore 487370
5. The Art of the Brick: An Exhibition of LEGO® Art
The Art of the Brick exhibition in Singapore showcases more than 150 stunning sculptures and artwork made entirely from LEGO bricks by artist Nathan Sawaya.
The exhibition features both original works and reimagined versions of famous art pieces, such as Michelangelo’s David, Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa.
Don’t miss out the 6-metre-long reproduction of a Tyrannosaurus Rex skeleton. There is also a play and build area to create your own LEGO sculptures.
Date: From 3 Sep 2024
Admission: From S$19.90 (Adult) and S$14.90 (Child)
Venue: Singapore Expo, Hall 8B
Address: 9 Somapah Road, Singapore 487370
6. illumi – A Magical Universe of Lights & Multimedia
Illumi is the world’s largest light, sound, and multimedia show, which makes its international debut on 13 September 2024 in Singapore.
It features the world’s tallest tree of lights, towering at 47 meters, equivalent to five Merlions stacked. Visitors can explore 9 unique sections filled with lifelike animatronics and over 20 million LED lights, creating a mesmerizing, immersive experience.
This magical outdoor journey offers a truly extraordinary spectacle under the stars, unlike anything previously seen in Singapore.
Date: From 13 Sep 2024 to 2 Feb 2025
Admission: From S$23 (Student/Senior) and S$33 (Adult)
Venue: Bayfront Event Space
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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