Whether you are an avid aquascaper, a plant enthusiast, or just looking for a magical evening out, this year’s festival promises incredible floral architecture and—for a few special nights—some incredible live music to backdrop your stroll.
Here is everything you need to know to plan your visit.
Garden Festival At A Glance
Dates: Saturday, 4 July to Sunday, 12 July 2026
Location: Gardens by the Bay
Opening Hours:
Singapore Garden Festival Exhibits: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (Last entry at 9:30 PM)
Flower Dome: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Last entry at 8:30 PM)
MarketPlace (Free Admission): 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Live Music Highlight: Merry Bees at the Gazebo Ten
What’s better than exploring world-class garden displays? Doing it with a soundtrack.
This year, the Gazebo Tent will host a stellar lineup of live performances by Merry Bees to elevate your festival experience. If you’re planning your visit, aim for these weekday evenings to catch some acoustic magic under the stars.
Each act will play two 45-minute sets from 7:00 PM to 8:50 PM (Set 1: 7:00 PM – 7:45 PM | Set 2: 8:05 PM – 8:50 PM).
Monday, 6 July: Nadia & John Lye
Kickstart your week with a soulful acoustic session. Nadia takes the stage on vocals alongside John Lye, who will be handling vocals, guitar, and dynamic live looping to create a rich, full-band sound all on his own.
Wednesday, 8 July: ShiLi & Adi
Mid-week calls for an energetic, multi-instrumental treat. The acclaimed duo ShiLi & Adi will be delivering a massive sound footprint, featuring ShiLi on vocals and SPD, and Adi on vocals, keyboard, and kick drum.
Thursday, 9 July: Sam Tan & John Lye
Spend your Thursday evening winding down with the versatile Sam Tan on vocals, paired once again with John Lye’s signature vocals, guitar work, and live loops. (Sound production managed by crew member Elson; setup and soundcheck begins at 6:00 PM)
What Not to Miss
The Master Displays: Marvel at how local talents team up with global design heavyweights to construct mind-bending landscape features.
The Flower Dome: Check out the specialized, curated floral arrangements that push the boundaries of traditional floristry.
The MarketPlace: Perfect for grabbing a bite, finding unique gardening tech, or picking up a rare green companion to take home. Plus, admission to this zone is entirely free!
Grab your camera, bring your friends, and enjoy a perfect blend of nature and music this week at Gardens by the Bay. Which performance are you most excited to catch?
