i Light Singapore 2026: Dates, Installations & Locations

Key Takeaways

• i Light Singapore 2026 runs from 5 to 28 June 2026, with light installations illuminated daily from 7.30pm to 10:30pm, and extended hours to 12am on Fridays and Saturdays.
• This year’s i Light festival features 14 light art installations by 17 artists, spread across Marina Bay, Raffles Place and the Singapore River, all free to the public.
• The 2026 i Light Singapore theme is “Movement”, with many installations designed to be interactive, responding to touch, motion, and even your footsteps.
• GastroBeats, the festival village at Bayfront Event Space, returns with 40+ food vendors, live music, arcade games, and pickleball, open daily between 4pm and 11pm. Definitely stop by when you’re in the area to soak up all the i Light fun and goodness with your friends and family!

This year marks the 12th edition of the festival of i Light Singapore, which has been a fixture on Singapore’s cultural calendar since 2010. Unlike a typical art exhibition, the i Light festival transforms the entire Marina Bay waterfront into an open-air gallery. Expect large-scale light installations (many of them interactive!) created by local and international artists using energy-efficient lighting and environmentally friendly materials.

This handy guide covers everything you need to know about i Light Singapore 2026: key dates, locations, this year’s theme, how to get there via MRT, the river cruise shuttle service, highlights from last year’s edition, and more!

i Light Singapore 2026: Key Details

Here is a quick overview of everything you need to know at a glance:

What Is i Light Singapore?

i Light Singapore is Asia’s leading sustainable light festival, co-organised by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and presented by UOB. The i Light festival was first held in 2010 under the name “i Light Marina Bay” and has since expanded beyond the bay to include locations such as Raffles Place and the Singapore River.

The festival was created with a dual purpose: to inject vibrancy into the Marina Bay area and to reinforce its position as a sustainable precinct. Each edition features utterly unique light art installations designed with energy-saving lighting and/or environmentally friendly materials, encouraging visitors to reflect on sustainability and environmental awareness.

Over the years, the i Light festival has showcased works by both renowned international artists and emerging Singaporean talents, making it a fantastic platform for creative exchange across Asia and beyond.

When Is i Light Singapore 2026 Happening?

The 12th edition of the event will be held from 5 to 28 June 2026. The i Light Singapore timing is as follows:

• Sunday to Thursday: 7.30pm to 10:30pm
• Fridays and Saturdays: 7.30pm to 12am (midnight)

Some programmes, including GastroBeats (the festival village at Bayfront Event Space), open earlier at 4pm and run until 11pm daily. Opening hours for specific activities within the festival may vary, so it is worth checking the official i Light website for the latest updates.

i Light Singapore 2026 Locations

This year’s i Light Singapore 2026 installations are peppered across several interconnected precincts, creating a walkable art trail with the beautiful Singapore skyline as your backdrop:

• Marina Bay Waterfront: The main i Light festival ground, including The Promontory, Mist Walk, Marina Bay Lower Boardwalk, Event Plaza (outside Marina Bay Sands), the entrance of Marina Bay Link Mall, and Marina Boulevard Waterfront.
• Raffles Place: Raffles Place Park serves as the satellite i Light festival site, featuring installations set against the CBD’s iconic towers.

Here are a few of the event’s highlights:

#1 WAVE (The Promontory)

Image Credit: https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/2026-installations/wave/

Tap silver sticks on the ground, and you create ripples of light and sound, like raindrops hitting a puddle. The cascading waves reflect the theme of “Movement”—a timely reminder that every small action can spark a ripple effect!

#2 Where the Wildflowers Grow (Mist Walk)

Image Credit: https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/2026-installations/where-the-wildflowers-grow/

A glowing garden of wildflowers crafted from reclaimed metal offcuts and recycled carpet. The flowers sway and glow when touched, turning discarded materials into a luminous, interactive meadow. It is a quiet celebration of nature and upcycling by Singapore artists Kester Wong and Tan Shao Qi.

#3 Let’s Fish the Sun! (Marina Bay Lower Boardwalk)

Image Credit: https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/2026-installations/let-s-fish-the-sun-/

A playful twist on sunset-watching. Grab the giant fishing rod and “reel in” the sun—as you do, the horizon shifts from orange to warm white, playfully reversing dusk. A whimsical, photo-ready moment from Chinese artist Wentao Wang, presented by Marina Bay Sands.

#4 GastroBeats (Bayfront Event Space)

Image Credit: https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/2026-programmes/gastrobeats/

The festival village returns with over 40 food vendors, live music, arcade games, and pickleball matches. Look for the Elevated Dining Zone with artisanal bites and skyline views. It is open daily from 4pm, so you can eat, play, and then walk straight into the i Light installations!

i Light Singapore 2026: Theme

The curatorial theme for the 2026 edition is “Movement”. Built around the expressive power of motion, i Light Singapore 2026 invites visitors to discover how every gesture, from the simplest footstep to the gentlest touch, can spark change.

In layman’s terms, this translates into interactive installations that explore this idea! Many installations are designed to respond directly to visitors’ actions—meaning you don’t just passively view the art; you become part of the art

For sneak peeks and behind-the-scenes content, follow i Light Singapore on Instagram at @ilightsingapore and on Facebook.

Is i Light Singapore Free?

Yes—general admission to i Light Singapore is completely free. All light installations across Marina Bay and Raffles Place are open to the public at no cost.

However, selected programmes and activities within the festival may carry separate charges. For example, GastroBeats at the Bayfront Event Space offers free entry to its general areas, but certain activities, such as in the arcade game zone or pickleball sessions, may be chargeable.

How to Get to i Light Singapore 2026 via MRT

The festival locations are well-served by Singapore’s MRT network. Five MRT lines connect to stations within walking distance of the installations.

Most festival-goers alight at Bayfront MRT (for the main Marina Bay action and GastroBeats) or Raffles Place MRT (for the Raffles Place Park installations).

i Light 2026 Shuttle Service

In past editions, the festival has offered a dedicated i Light River Cruise Shuttle Service, operated jointly by Singapore River Cruise and WaterB. This scenic service connects visitors between three jetties: Bayfront South Jetty, Clifford Pier Jetty, and Raffles Place Jetty, offering a unique vantage point to view the illuminated artworks from the water.

Last year, the shuttle operated on selected evenings (typically Fridays to Sundays and public holidays) from 7.30pm to 10.30pm, with tickets priced at S$6/S$12/S$18 depending on the route.

A similar service is expected for 2026, but official details on dates, timings, and pricing for the 2026 edition have yet to be announced. Check the official i Light Singapore website closer to the festival dates for confirmed information.

Best Places to Park for i Light Singapore 2026 Visitors

Driving to the i Light festival? Most light installations are within a short walk of several car parks around Marina Bay and Raffles Place, though rates can vary widely between venues. Here are the parking options closest to the main festival areas.

Note: Rates are steepest at Marina Bay Sands during peak hours, while weekend evenings offer much more affordable flat-rate alternatives.

Tip: Many of the installations at i Light Singapore are best viewed after sundown. On Friday evenings or over the weekend, the Marina Bay Open Carpark and One Raffles Place offer significantly cheaper flat rates than Marina Bay Sands. Public transport remains the most hassle-free option; Bayfront MRT and Raffles Place MRT are both right at the heart of the festival.

i Light 2025 Highlights

Image Credit: https://rafflesplace.sg/i-light-singapore-2025-arrives-in-raffles-place/

The 2025 edition of i Light festival—the 11th edition, celebrating SG60—was anchored on the theme “To Gather” and featured 17 light art installations by 20 artists across Marina Bay, South Beach, Singapore River, and Raffles Place. Here is a look back at some of the standout installations that captivated visitors.

Conclusion

i Light Singapore 2026 promises to be another unforgettable edition of Asia’s leading light festival. With 14 interactive installations spread across Marina Bay and Raffles Place, the “Movement” theme invites visitors to become active participants in the art—not just passive spectators!

Whether you are tapping silver sticks to create ripples of light, reeling in the “sun”, or wandering through the glowing flowers, there is something for everyone to discover after dark.

The festival is free, family-friendly, and perfectly timed with the June school holidays. Pair your visit with a stop at GastroBeats for dinner, live music, and a round of pickleball, and you have a complete evening out against one of the world’s most stunning city skylines. See you there!

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