Hari Raya Aidilfitri Celebrations

What is the event about

Revel in Raya Harmoni

Embrace this iconic event this Hari Raya and celebrate this joyous occasion with the Malay Community in Singapore. This is an event where the different ethnic groups of Singapore will come together and enjoy food and shopping.  

Discover festive goodies and handicrafts unique to Hari Raya, and sample traditional Malay Kueh (cakes) from the bazaar. Traditional costumes and accessories can also be purchased at the numerous stalls that will line the streets. You can also experience cultural activities in the Malay Village, like Iftar (breaking fast) at the nearby Mosques, as well as queuing for Burbur (Malay congee) before this evening meal.

The Hari Raya Light-Up is also not to be missed, where you can witness fantastic decorations and colourful lights that will bring the streets to life. Mr Wong Kan Seng, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home Affairs, will be the Guest-of-Honour for this year’s Light-Up ceremony. Performances by local, Indonesian and Malaysian celebrities, such as Andrew Andhika, Chelsea Olivia, Norleena Salim and Zaleha Hamid can also be enjoyed.
 
There will also be the annual Gempar 2010 Hi-Tea at the Malay Village, where you will be able to get up close with the celebrities. The Malay Village will also play host to the Gema Ramadhan 2010, featuring performances such as Javanese and Malay dance, a fashion show and Silat, a Malay martial art form. During this fasting month, there will also be the distribution of the customary porridge for the breaking of fast and the community breaking of fast at the Malay Village Surau. Be sure to head down and celebrate Raya Harmoni this Hari Raya with your family and friends.