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Illuminating Geylang Serai

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Society

Subtopic

Arts and culture

Heritage

Multiculturalism

23 March 2026

About the Geylang Serai Light-up, which first started in 1985.

An archive photo showing the first Hari Raya Puasa Light-Up in Geylang Serai

An archive photo showing the first Hari Raya Puasa Light-Up in Geylang Serai, from a further angle.

The lights of #GeylangSerai have been an illuminating staple of #HariRaya for decades.

The light-up complements the bustling #RamadanBazaar, which welcomes visitors from all backgrounds to join in the breaking of fast and share in the delicious treats of the season.

Along with the light-ups of Chinatown for Chinese New Year, Little India for Deepavali, and Orchard Road for Christmas, these lights are a beautiful reminder that Singapore's diversity is something that truly shines.

What are your favourite memories of the Geylang Serai light-up?

P.S. This year’s light-up will run till 30 Mar 2026, don’t miss it!

Photos show the first Hari Raya light-up at Geylang Serai in 1985.

#SelamatHariRaya #HariRayaPuasa

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