Singapore River Festival
12 – 21 Sep
The Singapore River Festival returns in 2025 for its 9th edition—A vibrant Design Edition, held in collaboration with Singapore Design Week.
This special celebration honors Singapore’s 60th birthday with design-focused experiences that blend design, creativity, story-telling, and the sustainability of the Singapore River—a timeless connector of communities.
Festival Highlights Across the 3 Quays:
Boat Quay: River of Dreams, an immersive projection mapping show across the riverbanks
Clarke Quay: A fun-filled pet-friendly event and an engaging community walk
Robertson Quay: Artisanal & Sustainable market, workshops, and an open-air silent movie night
This year, selected events will be powered by clean energy from GoRental, reinforcing the festival's commitment to a sustainable and inclusive future. Celebrate design, heritage, and community spirit along the Singapore River—where the past meets the future, and creativity flows.
Powering Change: Singapore River Festival (SRF) 2025 Champions a Greener Experience
At SRF 2025, we are taking bold steps toward a more sustainable future. This year, selected events will be powered by clean energy batteries by GoRental—reducing our reliance on traditional generators and lowering our carbon footprint.
In partnership with Cinewav, a sync-audio mobile app that lets you tune in to immersive experiences like River of Dreams and our outdoor movie screening using your own headset. By cutting down on amplified sound systems, we’re not only reducing noise pollution but also conserving energy.
Together, these initiatives mark our commitment to a more conscious, eco-friendly festival—where innovation meets impact.
River of Dreams
12 – 14 Sep & 19 – 21 Sep 2025
Various timings from 8pm onwards
River Promenade at Boat Quay (in front of UOB Plaza)
Experience River of Dreams—an immersive show set along the Singapore River, featuring stunning projection mapping across the river and an AI-generated finale song crafted from your dream submissions. Follow a young man’s journey to uncover his father’s past in this moving tale of memory and hope.
Symphony of Lights
12 – 21 Sep 2025
Various timings between 7.30pm and 11pm daily
Bridges with a Vision Interconnected
Beneath the vibrant pulse of the city, the historic bridges that arch over the shimmering Singapore River come alive with rich tales of history. Each bridge, a silent sentinel, whispers secrets of the past, serving as a tribute to the river's storied origins. These bridges are powerful symbols of connection—bridging us to our roots, intertwining us with one another, and beckoning us toward the future. At night, the soft glow of illumination dances along the river, transforming the paths into a tapestry of light and life, inviting all to explore the Singapore River that vibrates with the energy of stories waiting to be discovered.
Rhythms of the Water @Cavanagh Bridge
Event Highlights
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Boat Quay Waterfront
Experience a riverside spectacle of light and projection shows, as the river comes alive to tell its story — ending with an AI-generated finale song co-created by you and the community.
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CQ @ Clarke Quay
Bring your furry friends for a fun-filled day by the river — with pet cruises, obstacle courses, challenges, treat workshops, and even a nostalgic 80s pawty where pets and fur parents can have fun together!
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Robertson Quay
Shop consciously at an artisanal market, and catch outdoor movie with your own headsets — all celebrating greener living along the river.
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Clarke Quay Central
Join My Melody and Kuromi on a fun Sanrio Character Walk! Visit checkpoints, collect stamps, and discover fascinating facts about the Singapore River in this adorable adventure, suitable for all ages.
Singapore River Signatures
1 – 30 Sep 2025
Explore a delightful blend of local classics and Asian flavours. Enjoy specially curated signature dishes from participating restaurants — perfect for food lovers looking to experience the best of the river’s vibrant dining scene.
Getting to the Festival
📍 Clarke Quay
By MRT: Take the North East Line (NE5) to Clarke Quay MRT Station.
By Bus: Buses 2, 12, 33, 51, 61, 63, 124, 147, 190 stop nearby along Eu Tong Sen St and New Bridge Rd.
📍 Boat Quay
By MRT: Alight at Raffles Place MRT Station (EW14/NS26). Boat Quay is a short walk away.
By Bus: Buses 10, 32, 197, 851, 961 stop near South Bridge Rd and Fullerton.
📍 Robertson Quay
By MRT: Take the Downtown Line (DT20) to Fort Canning MRT Station, or North East Line (NE6) to Clarke Quay MRT, then walk over.
By Bus: Buses 32, 139, 195 stop along River Valley Rd and Clemenceau Ave.
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About Us
Singapore River One is the first pilot Business Improvement District in Singapore, dedicated to bringing life and energy to the Singapore River precinct — Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, and Robertson Quay.
Since 2012, we have worked closely with the community and government agencies to shape policies, activate public spaces, and create a vibrant riverfront to dine, explore, and connect. Through events, placemaking initiatives, and partnerships, we help drive footfall and support local businesses.
We are also the organiser of the Singapore River Festival, our annual celebration that unites the three quays as one unforgettable experience.
