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Gallop into Prosperity: Changi Airport and Jewel unveil spectacular displays, enhanced passenger services, and festive experiences

  • 2026-01-30

Kick off the Year of the Horse with a stable of festive offerings at Changi Airport (Changi) and Jewel Changi Airport (Jewel)! The celebrations are headlined by mythical animatronic horses at Jewel and intricate horticultural displays across Changi’s terminals, creating the picture-perfect backdrop for families and friends.

 

This year, visitors can also soak in the festive atmosphere at the first-ever Lunar New Year bazaar and enjoy an array of dining and shopping specials.


Be amazed by animatronic displays and festive blooms


Mythical motion and cherry blossoms at Jewel (Till 3 March 2026)

Capture the floral arch centrepiece at Jewel Level 1, brought to you by STARLUX Airlines and Taiwan Tourism Administration


In celebration of the 2026 zodiac, a pair of mythical horses take centre stage with a floral arch at Jewel’s Forest Valley. Brought to life through advanced animatronics, the horses feature lifelike movements, creating a dynamic display that moves in harmony with larger-than-life kinetic floral elements. View video of the animatronic displays here

 


Experience spring at the Petal Garden in Jewel with seasonal blooms including Celosias, Azaleas, Begonias, Roses, Cherry Blossoms, Pussy Willows and more


From now till 3 March, visit the Petal Garden in Jewel’s Canopy Park (Level 5) to see its transformation into a colourful landscape of blooming cherry blossoms and other flowers, perfect for guests to stroll through and take in the beauty of spring. 


Visitors at Jewel can also unlock special travel perks, including S$88 off or 8% savings on STARLUX Airlines flights to Taiwan. To redeem, visitors simply need to scan the QR codes on greeting cards nestled among lush Kumquat plants lining Jewel’s Level 2 main entrance, as well as the Level 3 link bridge entrances connecting to Terminals 2 and 3.


Auspicious Fire Horses and festive florals at Changi’s terminals (5 February to 2 March 2026)


Changi will usher in springtime with eye-catching Fire Horse sculptures and horticultural displays at 10 locations across Changi’s Terminals 1, 2 and 3 (see Annex A for list of display locations), transforming the airport into a vibrant celebration of prosperity and fiery festive energy. 


These displays celebrate the auspicious themes of strength, vitality and good fortune, complemented by motifs of prosperity such as gold ingots and Chinese coins. A highlight is the popular Celosia argentea cultivars,

commonly known as Plume Celosia, that will be featured prominently. Its dense, flame-shaped upright flowers in vibrant red and yellow resemble flames, symbolising prosperity and new beginnings.


Enjoy enhanced passenger services and curated experiences throughout the festive period


Extended operating hours for Changi Lounge and Jewel Rain Vortex 
 
Changi Lounge offers a pre-flight sanctuary with amenities like napping pods and shower facilities.     
The world’s tallest indoor waterfall transforms from a sunlit oasis in the day to a symphony of colours and lights at night

 

The world’s tallest indoor waterfall transforms from a sunlit oasis in the day to a symphony of colours and lights at night


To accommodate additional flights at Changi and the surge in Lunar New Year travel, Changi Lounge at Jewel (Level 1) will operate 24 hours daily from 17 February (6am) to 4 March (10pm). During this period, the lounge will elevate its dining offerings with a bountiful buffet of festive Asian delicacies for all lounge guests. 


The Jewel Rain Vortex will also extend its operating hours by two hours until 12am from 1 February to 3 March, allowing more visitors to experience the breathtaking beauty of the iconic indoor waterfall. The Light & Music Showcase will continue nightly at 8pm and 9pm, with an extra show at 10pm from Friday to Sunday, on the eve of and during Public Holidays.


First-ever Lunar New Year-themed bazaar at Jewel Cloud9 Piazza (5 to 12 February 2026)
Check out the Lunar New Year-themed bazaar at Cloud9 Piazza in Jewel (Level 5), where local businesses gallop into the festivities with booths offering Lunar New Year-themed crafts, decorative items and plants. 


Over the weekend, visitors can also look forward to workshops such as batik printing, floral arrangement and pressed flower art, with prices starting from S$10 per participant (see Annex B for more details). Interested individuals are required to register online, with walk-ins subject to availability. All workshop slots will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.


Adding to the festive activities, on 7 and 8 February from 1pm to 3pm, visitors who make a purchase at Changi Airport Group’s ‘HUATticulture’ plant booth will have the opportunity to participate in a guided session to interact with miniature therapy horses and learn about their calming effects. Please note that this interaction is subject to limited availability and will be offered on a first come, first served basis. 


Lively Lion Dance and LED Dragon Dance performances in Jewel (16 to 18 February 2026)

Let the good luck rub off on you as the Lion Dance and LED Dragon Dance light up the Jewel Rain Vortex with a prosperity-filled performance


Jewel will set the stage for tradition during the festive period with Lion Dance and LED Dragon Dance performances. Visitors can enjoy the Lion Dance performances at 5:38pm on Lunar New Year’s Eve (16 February) and at 12:38pm on the first two days of the New Year (17 and 18 February). The celebration continues with dazzling LED Dragon Dance performances at 7:38pm on all three days (16 to 18 February).


Sumptuous dining menus at Changi and Jewel to stirrup your appetite

Indulge in Festive Feasting at Changi Airport’s public areas, like A-Roy Thai at T2
 

  • From now till 3 March, have your Festive Feasting at any participating F&B outlet within the public areas of Changi Airport Terminals 1 to 4 and get S$10 worth of Changi Shop & Dine e-Vouchers when you spend a minimum of S$100 in a single receipt and pay by Mastercard (including via Changi Pay).
  • Planning your reunion dinner? Check out dine-in or takeaway options at Changi’s public areas like Terrace Chinese Kitchen (T1), Peach Garden, A-Roy Thai (T2), Swensen’s, Paradise Dynasty, and Central Thai (T3). If your tastebuds are looking for a festive twist on fan favourites, try Ya Kun Kaya Toast, Chengdu Bowl, Hokkaido Baked Cheese Tart (T3), and Burger King (T1, 2 and 4).
  • Indulge in exquisite feasts at Jewel’s perennial favourites, Imperial Treasure Super Peking Duck and JUMBO Seafood, which offer reunion set menus and takeaway Pen Cai and Yu Sheng. Diners looking to try something different can gather at Gwangjang GAON to enjoy a curated Lunar New Year Korean set.
  • New restaurants and eateries in Jewel, such as Elfuego by COLLIN’S, Tutto by Da Paolo, and Singapore’s first Lotteria remain open during the Lunar New Year period. These latest culinary additions provide a fresh taste of prosperity for the new year.

Refer to Annex C and D for a full list of Lunar New Year dining deals.


Ride on a-ma(马)-zing deals at Changi Airport, Jewel, and iShopChangi


Go for a whinny-ing streak this Year of the Horse with iShopChangi’s Prosperity Tiles, created in collaboration with Andrea Chong’s fashion label, Good Addition


iShopChangi has partnered with Singaporean style icon Andrea Chong and her fashion label, Good Addition, to unveil a limited-edition mahjong set titled Prosperity Tiles. Blending Good Addition’s Lunar New Year 2026 brocade motifs with travel-inspired elements, the set will be available from 23 January to 28 February at S$228, with a minimum spend of S$120 on iShopChangi. While stocks last.


Receive a complimentary set of Disney Cruise Line Red Packets with an iShopChangi-exclusive design when you spend a minimum of S$200 on the site.
 

Spend at the public areas of Changi Airport Terminals 1 to 4 and redeem Disney Cruise Line Red Packets for smooth sailing into the new year


Other exciting deals to look forward to:

  • Redeem one complimentary set of Disney Cruise Line Red Packets when you spend a minimum of S$80 (S$100 for supermarkets) in the public areas of Changi Airport’s terminals. Discover six enchanting designs in every set, featuring Captain Mickey, Captain Minnie, Sailor Donald and a delightful crew of familiar friends. Collect yours from now till 3 March while stocks last. 
  • Giddy up and catch the last two weekends[1] of the “2XGST Savings” promotion, where Changi Rewards members enjoy double the savings at participating retail outlets in Changi Airport’s public areas. On top of 9% GST-absorbed prices, shoppers can enjoy an additional 9% off a minimum nett spend of S$30 during this period. Spend a minimum of S$60 with Mastercard via Changi Pay at participating retail outlets to receive a S$9 Changi Pay return e-voucher. 
  • Spend a minimum of S$35 and pay by Mastercard (including via Changi Pay) at participating outlets of Changi Airport’s public areas in a single same day receipt to redeem 2 hours of free parking. Promotion ends 12 March.
  • Travelling during this festive period? Get your gifting settled from now till 8 March with the Changi Spring Shopping Festival, where you can enjoy up to S$50 in return vouchers at The Shilla Duty Free, up to $888 worth of prizes in sure-win games at Lotte Duty Free, plus an instant S$20 off with a S$180 spend at Changi’s participating retailers in the transit areas. Alipay users can also enjoy an exchange rate promotion and additional discounts with minimum spending. 

From 11 to 24 February, catch the God of Fortune roving around departure transit of Terminals 1 to 4 and receive a red packet with little surprises.
 

  • From 29 January to 3 March, Jewel’s “sure-win” gachapon rewards visitors with a spin for every S$98 spent in a single receipt. Prizes range from S$10 tenant vouchers from popular brands like Charles & Keith, Toys”R”Us, and ZARA, to retail, attraction, and breakfast vouchers. Higher spending and Mastercard payments will unlock additional spins and bonus Jewel Gift Vouchers. 
  •  Jewel Canopy Park visitors can enjoy up to 18% off the Lunar New Year Festive Bundle from 13 to 28 February. The limited-time offer will pair two amazing experiences at Canopy Park: the Mastercard Canopy Bridge and Mirror Maze. 
  • Changi Experience Studio guests will enjoy an S$8 discount on their second ticket from 14 February to 1 March. Beyond exciting airport-themed games and quality bonding time with family and friends, guests can also participate in a "Photo Bingo" challenge to redeem a sure-win scratch card featuring prizes valued at up to S$39.90. 

For more information, visit https://changi.me/lny2026cag_media and https://changi.me/lny2026jewel_media

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