Singapore's Largest Contemporary Celebration of the Qixi Festival
Discover the people, craftsmanship and stories behind Singapore's favourite flavours
— from kopi brewing and traditional breakfast culture to masterful Chinese culinary artistry.
Pre-Register & Receive an Exclusive Festival Gift
Admission is free.
Register for your complimentary festival ticket and redeem an exclusive Qiqi & Friends Malt Candy when you visit Qixi Fest.*
*While stocks last.
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> 180,000
international visitors and locals,
including Prime Minister Lawrence Wong,
have attended Qixi Fest
What is Qixi Festival?
Qixi Festival is a “wish upon the stars festival" which falls on the 7th day of the 7th lunar month. According to legend, the magpies will form a bridge on this day to help realise dreams. It is believed that wishes come true faster when you demonstrate skillfulness and mastery in the arts.
Qixi Fest (七夕乞巧嘉年华) is an initiative in collaboration with the community to revive Qixi Festival (七夕节) after its disappearance since the 1970s. We aim to make this effort a UNESCO case study for bringing back an important traditional festival that was dear to our foremothers who brought it to Singapore as early as the 19th century.
2026 Edition: 匠味传愿 Crafting Flavours That Inspire
Every flavour tells a story.
Every story begins with a craft.
This year, Qixi Fest celebrates the artisans, kopi brewers, chefs and culinary practitioners whose dedication has shaped Singapore's food identity across generations.
In collaboration with partners including the 105-year-old Foochow Coffee Restaurant & Bar Merchants Association and the 150-year-old Ku So F&B Association Singapore, discover more than 250 years of collective culinary craftsmanship brought to life through exhibitions, performances and immersive experiences.
Festival Highlights
Become 食神
An Immersive Interactive Culinary Exhibition
Can you master the skills behind Singapore's favourite flavours?
Journey through interactive exhibition zones exploring knife mastery, wok skills, hand-pulled noodles, flavour pairing, sugar sculpting and the secrets behind authentic Nanyang kopi.
Singapore's First Nanyang Breakfast Challenge
Think you know your kopi?
Put your coffee knowledge, tasting skills and breakfast expertise to the test for a chance to become Singapore's very first Nanyang Breakfast Champion.
Qixi Banquet Under the Stars
Celebrate Qixi through an unforgettable evening beneath the stars.
Available on 19 August by advance reservation only, enjoy a specially curated menu by renowned master chefs, featuring exquisite Chinese culinary traditions and Singapore's distinctive Nanyang flavours.
Programme Schedule
Witness Culinary Mastery in Action
Watch Singapore's living custodians of culinary heritage demonstrate extraordinary craftsmanship:
• Precision knife skills
• Sugar sculpture
• Traditional kopi brewing
• Tea appreciation
• Food pairing
• Culinary masterclasses
More Experiences Coming Soon
We're just getting started.
Stay tuned as we unveil more:
• Live stage performances
• Culinary competitions
• Family activities
• Cultural showcases
• Workshops
• Festival surprises
Media Coverage
and more
Group Visits
Planning a group visit?
Tour Groups, Hotel / Backpacker hostels, Schools, Institutes of Higher Learning, Active Ageing Centres, and community organisations are warmly invited to visit Qixi Fest on weekdays, when the festival is generally less crowded.
We can arrange:
✓ Guided exhibition tours
✓ Instagram worthy experiences
✓ Dedicated stage performance opportunities for community groups (subject to availability)
Whether you're looking for a meaningful learning journey or an engaging community outing, we'd love to help curate your visit.
Contact us at [email protected] to discuss your group programme.
Pre-Register & Receive an Exclusive Festival Gift
Admission is free.
Register for your complimentary festival ticket and redeem an exclusive Qiqi & Friends Malt Candy when you visit Qixi Fest.*
*While stocks last.
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Countdown to 15th August 2026.