Fireworks, Festivals, and Feasts - A Lively Start to 2026 in Singapore

Welcome to Things to Do in Singapore, listeners! I'm Ollie Bennet, your globe-trotting, laugh-out-loud guide to the world's wildest adventures, and today, Thursday, January 1, 2026, this Lion City is buzzing with post-New Year's magic. After over 200,000 revelers caught epic fireworks at nine spots last night, as Mothership reports, the vibe is electric—warm at 28 degrees Celsius with a chance of rain, per the Finnish Meteorological Institute, perfect for ducking into indoor thrills.

Kick off your day with family fun at Sentosa's WEAVE, where Dopamine Land opens soon on January 14 for colorful chaos and interactive highs, according to The Travel Intern. Culture lovers, head to the Indian Heritage Centre's Pongal Open House prep with hands-on games and performances starting this weekend. Music fans, catch the tail end of SINGLAND FESTIVAL at Marina Bay Sands today and tomorrow, featuring NE-YO's smooth R&B grooves and Henry Lau's debut—Klook calls it Singapore's biggest indoor bash. For nightlife, Esplanade's meditative sitar vibes loom later this month, but tonight, prowl Clarke Quay for lingering NYE afterparties. Art seekers, peek at Fringe Festival commissions like Invisible at Esplanade Theatre Studio, building steam from Tabla.

Local buzz: MRT lines are running smooth post-holiday, but watch for crowds at Marina Bay. New eats? Sindhu House in Mountbatten just launched cultural feasts—call Vashi at 91003933 to snag a spot.

Must-dos today: Stroll Marina Bay Sands for festival energy, hit Gardens by the Bay for Supertree light shows, or uncover hidden gem Terminal as a free visit per The Travel Intern. Chase a seasonal thrill with Light to Night previews lighting up the Civic District from January 9.

Local tip: Haggle like a pro at wet markets—Singaporeans swear by it for fresh laksa ingredients, turning shopping into sport!

Tomorrow, Singland rages on with Terry Lin's ballads—tune in for more epic scoops!

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