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River Hongbao 2021 Slots Are So Highly Sought, You Might See Them Being Sold in Carousell Soon

2021-02-10 , 4:24 pm

Update: When we tried booking online, all tickets have been sold.

From Christmas Lights to Hari Raya lights, the Singapore landscape is often covered in lights during festivals.

With Chinese New Year around the corner, you know what that means.

Time to light up Singapore.

You might think that this year could be an exception given the pandemic, but as seen from the way that River Hongbao 2021 slots have been so highly sought after, Singaporeans aren’t about to let COVID-19 dull their CNY cheer.

Only 16 Feb Slots left

Each time slot is 90 minutes to 2 hours. Only 2,000 visitors are allowed per slot.

Up to four people are allowed per group registration.

Be quick to get tickets, for only the 16 February slots are left! Who would have guessed that staring at lights in the shape of animals could be so popular?

Well, with everyone eager for some added festive cheer in the midst of the pandemic, perhaps it’s not surprising that people are so eager to attend.

River Hongbao will run from 10 February to 17 February 2021.

If you are interested in watching the animal-shaped lights among manmade trees, book your slots now.

River Hongbao 2021

Since 1987, River Hongbao has been one of the main highlights of Chinese New Year.

Previously, it was held on The Float @ Marina Bay. This year, River Hongbao has been moved to Gardens by the Bay.

River Hongbao used to include the amusement park, fireworks and live stage performances. Due to the pandemic, these segments are cancelled.

This does not mean there is nothing to do at River Hongbao this year.

There are still various giant lanterns spread out across Garden by the Bay for you to take selfies with.

Lanterns

River Hongbao 2021 will feature 24 giant lanterns including the 12 zodiacs, a peacock and butterflies.

There will be a floating display at the Dragonfly Lake with spring blossoms and butterflies.

The main focus would be an 18m God of Fortune doing a peace sign beside a golden ox, golden coins and dollar notes.

There will also be a wishing well for donations. All donations will be donated to charity.

These lanterns could be found at the Supertree Grove and The Meadow.

No Live Shows

Due to safety measures, there will not be any live performances this year.

However, you will still able to watch pre-recorded dance and getai performances on-site every night.

These performances will also be live-streamed on the River Hongbao website and Facebook page.

Better than nothing, right?

Safety Measures

Over 100 volunteers, safe distancing ambassadors and uniformed auxiliary police officers are deployed to prevent overcrowding.

Additionally, they ensure visitors follow the safe distancing regulations and safety management measures.

High-touch points will be cleaned several times a day.

River Hongbao 2021

Date: 10 to 16 February 2021

Time: 2pm onwards

Venue: Gardens by the Bay

18 Marina Gardens Drive

Singapore 018953

The event is free but it is ticketed.

Click here to register online.

Feature Image: Gardens By The Bay