EVENTS
& FESTIVALS IN SINGAPORE
Month: November
Deepavali (Festival of
Lights)
Deepavali or "Festival of
Lights" is annually held in November as to celebrate the
triumph of Lord Krishna over the evil Narakasura. Lord Krishna
symbolizes goodness while Narakasura represents evil; that's why
it concerns with "lights," which clearly depict
purity. So to speak, light will always win darkness and good can
always conquer evil.
Deepavali is considered a most
important day of Hindu calendar, and is arranged in Little
India, another ethnic area of Singapore. It's times for
rejoicing and renewal of especial Hindus and Sikhs. Of course,
oil lamps play a unique part of this festival as it is believed
that there are spirits of departed relatives who come back to
earth and so the lights are the guidance for those wandering
souls to their subsequent world. For the Indians, this festival
is like a New Year celebration, while they welcome relatives and
friends at their own homes for exchanging some blessings.
During this auspicious time,
Serangoon Road in Little India and temples in that area such as
Sri Veerama Kaliamman, Sri Vadapathira Kaliamman, and Sri
Srinivasa Perumal are adorned with spectacular display of fairy
lights, garlands of jasmine, and colorful arches to mark this
festive period. People pour into Little India at night for
celebrations, sightseeing, and festive goods such as costumes,
food, furniture, arts, crafts, and jewelries.
Deepavali is taken into account
of Singapore's important festivals for this time helps harmonize
people, promote goodwill, and share understanding through
various ethnic groups.
Festivals & Events in
Singapore
In January - Thaipusam
In February - Chinese
New Year (depending upon Lunar calendar and may fall in
January or March), Hari
Raya Haji, Chingay, and River
Hong Bao.
In March - Good
Friday Easter
In April - Qing
Ming Festival
In May - Vesaka
Day
In June - Dragon
Boat Races Festival.
In July - Null
In August - National
Day and Festival of the
Hungry Ghost
In September - Moon
Cake and Lantern Festival
In October - Festival
of the Nine Emperor Gods, Navarathiri
and Thimithi
In November - Deepavali
(Festival of Light)
In December - Hari
Raya Puasa, Christmas
and New Year
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