Hopeful Hearts and Endless Possibilities for our Future
The 11th edition of Marina Bay Singapore
Countdown will be the largest in Singapore, jointly organised by Esplanade –
Theatres by the Bay and Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA).
For the first time, the 8 minutes long fireworks display span the entire Marina Bay accompanied by a rousing original score composed by a young music director Julian Wong. There will be more viewing locations for the public especially with the opening of the Jubilee Bridge this year.
Mr Benson Puah, CEO, the Esplanade Co Ltd said “Last year, we reflected on our journey and
celebrated our achievements over the past 50 years. With the Marina Bay
Singapore Countdown 2016, we start a new chapter in the Singapore story by
coming together as a nation and imagining the possibilities that the future
holds, We hope to capture the excitement and anticipation of looking ahead,
wishing earnestly and dreaming big. We invite everyone to join us in this
spirit and together ring in the New Year amidst joy and festivity in this place
we have all come to know and love as home.”
Mr. Ng Lang, CEO, URA, said, “The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown has now firmly established itself
as a key event on Singapore’s calendar, where the community comes together to
welcome the New Year. This is the first post-SG50 event. Join us to make our
collective best wishes for the brighter future for Singapore.”
Wishing Spheres
The wishing spheres are installed in Marina Bay which are penned by members of the public since mid-November at the 21 wishing stations
around the island. It will be lit from 26 to 31 December. The visual wishing
spheres will represent the collective wishes of residents and visitors for
Singapore’s future. In addition, netizens and Singaporeans overseas can also
make virtual wishes at www.marinabaycountdown.sg
3D Projection
From 26 to 31 December, a special projection show on the façade
of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore which depict the dynamism and vibrancy of the
future of Singapore, whilst remaining anchored in images that capture our
identity as a nation, from shophouses to HDB flats to lush tropical landscapes.
On New Year’s Eve, the public can look forward to the final showcase beginning
at 11.55pm that culminates in a countdown to midnight, followed immediately by
the firework display.
Here are the timings
26 to 30 December
2015, 8.15pm, 9.15pm, 10.15pm and 11.15pm nightly;
31 December 2015, 8pm,
9pm, 10pm, 11pm
Location: Fullerton
Hotel Singapore
The Interior of the Fullerton Hotel
Events around the Bay
Both ticketed and non-ticketed Esplanade events are
available. There is something for everyone. Free entry. They are located at
Esplanade Concourse, Outdoor Theatre and other locations around Esplanade for
the Esplanade’s Celebrate December music
programmes. www.esplanade.com/celebrate_december
Marina Waterfront
Bazaar – Public can enjoy a festive shopping on 31 December 2015 3pm-3am. Check
out the details at www.facebook.com/BazaarsINSingapore.
Location : Marina Bay waterfront promenade. Free Entry.
MediaCorp Celebrate
2016 - Star-studded ensemble of local artistes as well as international
superstar Adam Lambert will be there to entertain the public in the biggest
countdown event of the year. More information at toggle.sg/celebrate2016
Time: 31 December 2015 8pm to 3am
Location: The Float@Marina Bay
Entry: $168, $88, $38
The annual Marina Bay
Singapore Countdown Photo Competition with the theme “A Brighter Future.
Participants can submit photos capturing the various highlights of the
countdown celebration that depict this theme and stand a chance to win
attractive prizes sponsored by Tigerair. Winning entries will be showcased in a
digital exhibition on Suntec Singapore’s The Big Picture and The Nicoll Corner
Screen in 2016. Find out more at www.marinabaycountdown.sg
There are also online contest. Public are invited to like
and follow the Marina Bay Facebook www.facebook.com/marinabaysg
and
Instagram www.instagram.com/marinabaysg
account and participate in weekly contests to stand a chance to win amazing
prizes.
Here are some of the Interesting Facts to take note
Here are some of the Interesting Facts to take note
- 20,000 wishing spheres on the Bay.
- 121 participating schools and VWOs
- Approximately 500,000 wishes collected
- 21 wishing stations around the island
- The maximum height of fireworks is 200 metres
- No. of shell varieties is 45 types of effects
- Special fireworks varieties and designs to look forward to this year - Scrambling sky comets and mines, multi break shells with tails.
- No. of shells fired : 1966 shells, 853 comets, 722 mines, 323 candles, 89 multi-shot plates.
