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1 Jan
[Tuesday] |
New Year's
Day |
Celebrated
by all Singaporeans, usually observed by spending time
with family and friends |
7-8 Feb
[Thursday-
Friday] |
Chinese
New Year |
A family
reunion dinner is a must on the eve of Chinese New Year.
It is customarily observed for a period of 15 days and
is a time to show respect for the elders by visiting
family and friends. |
21 Mar
[Friday] |
Good Friday |
A day of
prayer, fast and abstinence for all Christians who believe
that Jesus Christ, the son of God, sacrificed His life
for mankind on this day. |
1 May
[Monday] |
Labour
Day |
An offical
public holiday |
19 May
[Monday] |
Vesak Day |
Celebrated
by the Buddhist community with visits to the temple
for prayers. |
9 Aug
[Saturday] |
National
Day |
A celebration
of Singapore's independence. An official public holiday
with a colourful parade in the evening. |
1 Oct
[Wednesday] |
Hari Raya
Puasa |
Marks the
end of the one month fast, and the beginning of a month
of rejoicing and merrymaking. |
28 Oct
[Tuesday] |
Deepavali |
Observed
by the Hindus, commemorates the triumph of light over
darkness and good over evil. Usually celebrated with
visits to family and friends. |
8 Dec
[Monday] |
Hari Raya Haji |
A celebration for Muslims who have performed the Haj or pilgrimage to Mecca. |
25 Dec
[Thursday] |
Christmas |
Celebrated
by Christians with attendance at church service and
gatherings with family and friends. |
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