When is the Mid-Autumn Festival?
6 October 2025
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What is the Mid-Autumn Festival about?
Also referred to as the Moon Festival or Mooncake Festival, the Mid-Autumn Festival falls on the 15th day of the eight lunar month. While the date changes every year on the Gregorian calendar, the festival typically falls sometime between September and October.
The Mid-Autumn Festival originated over 2,000 years ago during the Song Dynasty. It was commemorated to give thanks to the gods for a bountiful harvest. Today, it’s celebrated in various parts of Asia with its own set of modern-day customs and traditions.
In Singapore, children and adults alike can be seen gathering at lantern parties, carrying vibrant lanterns that come in all shapes, forms and sizes, from battery-operated ones to the more traditional versions with wax candles.
Mooncakes are a popular cultural delicacy enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival, with flavours that include red bean, white lotus, salted egg yolk, green tea, snow skin, yam and so much more.
Where can you witness the Mid-Autumn Festival?
Chinatown
Be mesmerised by the annual display of lanterns along New Bridge Road and Upper Cross Street in Singapore’s Chinatown. Kreta Ayer Square also comes to life with traditional Chinese dancers, jugglers and singers putting on entertaining performances.
Jurong Lake Gardens
Those living in the west side of Singapore can check out the magical lantern displays at Jurong Lake Gardens. Don’t forget to check out the bazaar for some yummy snacks as you enjoy the stunning light installations.
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