60 Ways to Celebrate Singapore’s 60th Birthday in 2025
🇸🇬 SG60 Series – Part 2:
This article is the second instalment of Reeracoen’s special three-part SG60 series in celebration of Singapore’s 60th year of independence. As one of Asia’s most vibrant and resilient nations, Singapore has built a world-class reputation in just six decades — and in 2025, the entire island is coming together to celebrate this milestone.
In Part 1, we explored 60 fascinating fun facts about Singapore. In this edition, we turn our attention to how Singaporeans, residents, and visitors alike can get involved in the festivities. Whether you're celebrating with your family, colleagues, or community — here are 60 meaningful, fun, and patriotic ways to celebrate SG60.
60 Ways to Celebrate SG60 🎉
1. Attend the National Day Parade 2025 at the Padang or via community screenings.
2. Visit the SG60 Commemorative Exhibition at the National Museum.
3. Host a red-and-white dress day at your workplace or school.
4. Sing the National Anthem at 9 August flag-raising ceremonies island-wide.
5. Join “GetActive! Singapore” fitness and community sport events.
6. Enjoy fireworks at Marina Bay or neighbourhood heartlands.
7. Write letters of gratitude to frontliners and nation-builders.
8. Support local hawkers and eat your favourite Singapore dish.
9. Plan a heritage trail day with friends or colleagues.
10. Decorate your HDB or office with red and white buntings.
11. Take the pledge on NDP Day with your family.
12. Visit the National Gallery or Asian Civilisations Museum.
13. Shop at Made-in-Singapore SG60 pop-up markets.
14. Join a neighbourhood cleanup or tree planting event.
15. Attend free concerts or arts events under the NDP Celebrations series.
16. Take selfies with Merlions, city skyline or heritage murals.
17. Volunteer at community SG60 events organised by CCs or RCs.
18. Join an SG60-themed Zumba or dance event in the park.
19. Donate blood or support a charitable cause under SG Cares.
20. Organise an SG60 potluck with uniquely Singaporean food.
21. Submit a video of your “Singapore Story” to the SG60 digital campaign.
22. Display the national flag from July 1 to August 31.
23. Write a poem or song about Singapore and share it online.
24. Go on a hawker centre food crawl — from East Coast to Tiong Bahru.
25. Watch SG60 documentaries or local short films on meWATCH.
26. Support SG60 brands and entrepreneurs during seasonal campaigns.
27. Bring children to SG-inspired storytelling sessions at public libraries.
28. Explore the Singapore Botanic Gardens — a UNESCO site.
29. Take part in “NDP Run” virtual or in-person marathons.
30. Do a digital detox and explore parks and green corridors.
31. Learn a new Singapore language phrase — Malay, Tamil or Hokkien!
32. Organise an SG60 quiz night for your family or workplace.
33. Take an SG60 photo series: your favourite 60 spots in the city.
34. Bake an SG60-themed cake with red-and-white icing.
35. Visit Sun Yat Sen Memorial Hall's SG60 special exhibits.
36. Read a book by a Singaporean author this National Day season.
37. Create SG60-themed art and display it in your school or office.
38. Join “We are SG60” intergenerational community projects.
39. Attend a night safari — and rediscover our world-class wildlife parks.
40. Watch a local theatre performance about Singapore’s past.
41. Teach your kids the significance of the national pledge.
42. Design a t-shirt or tote bag with SG60 graphics.
43. Enjoy local classics like kaya toast and teh tarik with loved ones.
44. Walk the Jubilee Bridge at sunset and reflect on our progress.
45. Follow SG60 campaigns by MCCY or PA on social media.
46. Support Singapore music — stream local artists’ SG60 anthems.
47. Visit Sentosa and enjoy promotional SG60 deals.
48. Explore the Southern Islands for a scenic, reflective getaway.
49. Check out heritage shophouses and conservation sites in Chinatown.
50. Rewatch your favourite National Day songs — from “Home” to “Reach Out for the Skies.”
51. Make an SG60 time capsule with your family.
52. Host a sharing session on Singapore’s transformation since 1965.
53. Use public transport and appreciate Singapore’s efficiency.
54. Cook an SG-inspired dish using local ingredients.
55. Walk around your neighbourhood and appreciate local art or murals.
56. Play Singapore-themed games like Five Stones, Chapteh or Monopoly SG Edition.
57. Donate old items to SG60 charity drives and secondhand markets.
58. Take your parents or grandparents on a memory-lane SG60 day out.
59. Light up your home with red and white fairy lights.
60. Reflect on how you can contribute to Singapore’s next 60 years.
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References
- SG60 Official Events: https://www.sg60.gov.sg
- Singapore Together / MCCY: https://www.sg.gov.sg
- National Day Parade 2025 Programme: https://www.ndp.gov.sg
- GetActive! Singapore: https://www.activesg.gov.sg/getactive
- NParks – Singapore Trails & Green Activities: https://www.nparks.gov.sg
- SG Cares / Volunteer.sg: https://www.volunteer.gov.sg
- LolliBox – SG60 Kids Activities: https://lollibox.sg/sg60-activities-for-singapore-national-day
- National Library Board: https://www.nlb.gov.sg
- Singapore Tourism Board: https://www.visitsingapore.com