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Istana Open House



The National Day Istana Open House (IOH) will be on 28 July 2024, 8.30am to 6.00pm.

 

The IOH will be open to all visitors. Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents enter for free. All other visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of $20 (adults) and $10 (children from 4 to 12 years old). By entering the IOH, visitors agree to the Terms and Conditions stipulated below.

In addition to entering the Istana grounds, visitors will have the opportunity to participate in two guided tours. The Istana Nature Tour features experienced nature guides who will share insights about the flora and fauna within the compound, and lead visitors to the Japanese Garden, Gun Terrace and the Inclusive Garden. The Istana Main Building tour allows visitors to view selected function rooms and see some of the state gifts presented over the years to Singapore’s leaders.

Visitors can also participate in various engaging communal sports, art activities and view National Day-themed performances put up by schools, community groups, and young local talents. The programme list and fees are listed in the tables below.

There will also be food and beverage stalls, a food truck, as well as merchandise booths with limited-edition Istana souvenirs and President’s Challenge souvenirs. All fees collected and proceeds from the merchandise booths will go towards the benefitting agencies supported by President’s Challenge.

Programme for National Day Istana Open House

 

Time                                                                                  Activity                                                                                                       Venue

Performances

9.30 am – 10.15 am                          Handbells Ensemble by Townsville Primary School                                                                 Main Tent

10.00 am – 10.15 am                                   Nila – Dance of the Nation                                                                                          Ceremonial Plaza

10.00 am – 12.00 pm                            Performance by singer-songwriter Lyla Ng                                                                        Performer Tent

10.30 am – 11.00 am                        Malay Dance by Bedok Green Primary School                                                                      Ceremonial Plaza

10.30 am – 11.30 am                          Concert Band by River Valley High School                                                                           Main Tent

11.45 am – 12.30 pm                      Harp Ensemble by Paya Lebar Methodist Girls’ Secondary                                                     Main Tent

12.45 pm – 1.45 pm                                Choir Performance by Nan Hua High School                                                                   Main Tent

2.00 pm – 2.30 pm                               Chinese Dance by Endeavour Primary School                                                                   Ceremonial Plaza

2.00 pm – 3.00 pm                                Chinese Orchestra by Beatty Secondary School                                                                Main Tent

2.00 pm – 4.00 pm                         Performance by local singer, Asher Wenyao Mendelsohn                                                        Performer Tent

3.00 pm – 3.15 pm                                        Nila – Dance of the Nation                                                                                         Ceremonial Plaza

3.15 pm – 3.40 pm                                    Silat by Madrasah Al-Ma’arif Al-Islamiah                                                                           Main Tent

3.50 pm – 3.55 pm            Multi-ethnic Dance Performance by PA Talents and Eurasian Association Singapore                              Main Tent

4.00 pm – 4.30 pm                                 Indian Dance by Qihua Primary School                                                                              Ceremonial Plaza

4.00 pm – 5.15 pm                           Performance by local singer-songwriter, Thaarmin                                                                      Main Tent

5.20 pm – 5.35 pm                                       Nila – Dance of the Nation                                                                                               Main Tent

Activity Booths

8.30am – 6.00pm                                             Photo booth                                                                                                                   Main Tent

Activities Booths (Visitors can look forward to playing communal sports games such as floor curling, bean bag toss, mini table-tennis, and learning candle making, paper quilling and Nagomi Art painting)

Main Tent

Guided Tours

9.30am – 5.00pm                       Istana Main Building Guided Tour and State Gift Display                                                      Ticketing Booth at Ceremonial Plaza

10.00am – 4.00pm                        Hourly Istana Nature Tour by NParks                                                                                  Snacks and Merchandise

8.30am – 6.00pm                           Old Chang Kee Food Truck                                                                                                 Near Food Tent

                                                  Food stalls: Udders Ice Cream, State of Affairs, EpiKebabs                                                       Food Tent

                                                             Drinks Booths                                                                                                                    Food Tent

                                                   President’s Challenge Merchandise Booth                                                                                 Main Tent

Souvenirs

There will be merchandise booths with limited-edition Istana souvenirs and President’s Challenge souvenirs. Souvenirs are while stocks last. Only cashless payments via Credit/Debit Card and QR Code will be accepted.

All proceeds will go towards the benefitting agencies supported by President’s Challenge. Social service agencies supported by President’s Challenge 2024 include those from the following sectors: 

  • Children, Youth & Family
  •  Disability
  • Eldercare
  • Mental Health
  • Rehabilitation
  • Healthcare
  • Disability Sports

The souvenirs include memorabilia such as:

  • Mugs
  • Caps
  • Bookmarks
  •  Postcards
  • Notebooks
  •  Luggage Tags
  • Keychains
  • Magnets

Terms and Conditions

Admission Procedures into the Istana Open House (IOH) on 28 July 2024.

1.       Admission into the IOH is via the Main Gate at Orchard Road only.

2.      Admission into the IOH is subject to security checks. Pointed and sharp objects (e.g., knives of any size, fork, scissors), flammable items (e.g., lighter), tripods and canned items (e.g., canned drinks) are not allowed.

3.      There are no storage facilities in the Istana. Security personnel reserve the right to deny entry to visitors with prohibited items.

4.      Admission into the IOH may be restricted due to inclement weather or other reasons.

5.      The IOH may be suspended or cancelled if there is prolonged risk of lightning. Visitors within the Istana grounds can seek shelter at the tentages. Please do not seek shelter under trees or canopies. Visitors may also wish to seek shelter at nearby malls.

 

Admission Procedures into the Istana Main Building

1.       Each Main Building admission pass admits one visitor into the Main Building. Only children below 4 years old may enter for free.

2.      Re-entry into the Main Building is not allowed.

3.      The consumption of food and drinks is not allowed in the Main Building.

4.      Main Building admission passes are purchased on a first-come-first-served basis.

5.      To ensure a safe and pleasant experience, the number of admission passes issued will be based on the capacity of the Main Building. Istana reserves the right to deny entry or suspend the issuance of passes when the capacity is expected to be reached.

6.     There are no restroom facilities accessible to members of the public within the Main Building.

7.      Visits are kept strictly only to the first floor of the Main Building.

 

Visitor Etiquette within the Istana Grounds

1.       Visitors who are feeling unwell on that day are strongly encouraged not to visit Istana.

2.      Visitors are requested to maintain good hygiene.

3.      Smoking is strictly prohibited on the Istana grounds.

4.      Please keep the Istana grounds litter-free.

5.      Activities such as wheeled sports (e.g., cycling, rollerblading, riding Personal Mobility Devices) are not allowed.

6.     No pets are allowed except certified guide dogs.

 

The IOH Organising Committee reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time at their sole and absolute discretion without notice. By proceeding with the visit, the visitors agree to be bound by the updated terms. These terms and conditions and all its subsequent variations shall be subject to and governed by the laws of Singapore. 

Visitors hereby agree that the IOH Organising Committee may take photographs or recordings of any visitor at the IOH for any purpose, without prior approval or compensation.

 

Image Credit: The Istana


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Adult: 20 SGD
Children (4 to 12 years): 10 SGD


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