A dazzling New York-inspired Christmas Train Show has arrived at Gardens by the Bay, offering a festive experience like no other. This immersive displ
A dazzling New York-inspired Christmas Train Show has arrived at Gardens by the Bay, offering a festive experience like no other. This immersive display, running until January 5, 2025, is based on a century-old tradition from the United States and is a collaboration between Gardens by the Bay and the Embassy of the United States in Singapore.
The exhibition draws inspiration from the iconic Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Garden, showcasing miniature trains that wind their way through intricate plant-based replicas of famous New York City landmarks. Expect to see models of the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Grand Central Terminal, all meticulously crafted using natural materials like pinecones, seeds, and twigs.
The display features five model trains that travel across 100 metres of tracks, with loops, overhead trails, and scenic American backdrops creating a captivating atmosphere. The Flower Dome has also been transformed with festive elements, including Christmas trees, twinkling lights, and whimsical gnome figures. A special segment of the show, in partnership with the Embassy of Sweden, highlights the railway landscapes of Scandinavia, with 3D models of trains and figures representing Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden.
Adding a local twist, the exhibition pays homage to Singapore’s own railway heritage, featuring recreated scenes of Raffles Place MRT station and an MRT train cabin, offering a nod to the country’s modern transport history.
Festive Workshops and Activities
The Christmas spirit extends beyond the train show, with a series of interactive workshops designed to engage visitors of all ages:
Sensory Moments: Explore different varieties of poinsettias through a 30-minute sensory experience, where participants can see, touch, and smell the flowers.
Date: Dec. 7, 2024, Location: South American Garden, Flower Dome
Get Crafty! – Christmas Musical Box: Create and decorate a festive musical box filled with trinkets and holiday cheer.
Date: Dec. 7-8, 2024, Location: Australian Garden, Flower Dome, Fee: S$15 per person
Get Crafty! – Christmas Beauty on Floral Nagomi: Design Christmas-themed floral illustrations with materials provided by Fei Yue Community Services.
Date: Dec. 14, 2024, Location: Australian Garden, Flower Dome, Fee: S$15 per person
Get Crafty! – Christmas Wreath Candle Holder: Craft a charming wreath candle holder using dried moss, pinecones, acorns, and other natural materials.
Date: Dec. 21, 2024, Location: Australian Garden, Flower Dome, Fee: S$15 per person
All workshops require children under seven to be accompanied by an adult.
Ticket Information
Admission to the Flower Dome is priced between S$8 and S$27, with varying rates on weekdays and weekends:
Monday to Thursday:
Adults: S$12, Children/Seniors: S$8
Friday, Weekends, and Public Holidays:
Adults: S$27, Children/Seniors: S$23
For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the official Gardens by the Bay website.
Event Information:
Date: Now until January 5, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, daily
Location: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
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