【Chingay Parade】Chingay Parade 2026 Theme: Wish
09 Feb 2026
Events
Chingay Parade 2026's Theme:「WISH」
Make Your Wish with Chingay!
As we celebrate the power of collective hopes, wishes, thoughts, and aspirations for the future under the theme "WISH", turning Singapore’s imagination into the most dazzling display!
Commencement Date & Time
27 Feb (Fri) & 28 Feb (Sat) 2026
8:00 pm ~ 9:45 pm
Venue
F1 Pit
These two days will be truly special, moving the hearts of those who watch the performances, and allowing them to feel the power of hope, and the power of connection.
Preparation for the main event
We are also steadily progressing with dance rehearsals in preparation for the main event.
Working to convey each individual's feelings through movement and preparing to deliver the finest performance possible as a team.
Tickets are currently on sale at SISTIC.
We hope you will support us the venue and cheer us on.
Tickets can be purchased here (Click here)
Message from the JAS Chingay Organising Committee
JAS Chingay Organising Committee
A message from Mr. Shimoda (Recreation Comm Chairman) & Mr. Ito (Local Community Relations Comm Chairman).
Please find the video below. We hope you enjoy watching it.
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What is Chingay Parade?
The Chingay Parade is a large-scale street parade celebrating Singapore's Chinese New Year.
The name “Chingay” originates from the Mandarin term “妆艺 (zhuangyi)”,
meaning “the art of splendid costumes and masquerade”.
In 1973, following the banning of firecrackers—a traditional Lunar New Year custom—for safety reasons,
it was established under the People's Association (PA) as a new celebratory event to replace them.
Today, it is cherished by many people both here at home and abroad as an annual festival symbolising Singapore, where multiple ethnicities and cultures come together.
Relationship between JAS and the Chingay Parade
The Japanese Association, Singapore (JAS) has participated in the Chingay Parade since 2003,
promoting Japan's appeal to the world through dance, expression, and teamwork.
Chingay also serves as a vital platform for cultural exchange, bridging Japanese and Singaporean cultures.
JAS will once again perform on stage at this year's Chingay Parade.
We would be delighted if more people could learn about us and show their support.
About our costume
This costume is a custom design created exclusively for this event, inspired by the Japanese festival dance Yosakoi, known for its dynamic movements and celebratory energy.
This year's Chingay theme is “Wish”. In response, the luminous skirt represents the Milky Way, drawing inspiration from Tanabata, a traditional Japanese festival based on a legend of two star-crossed lovers who are allowed to meet only once a year across the celestial river. During Tanabata, people write their wishes on strips of paper and hang them on bamboo branches, expressing hopes for the future.
We also incorporated light sticks, used in Japan's fan culture known as Wotagei, where coordinated movements and glowing lights are used to convey enthusiasm, support, and shared emotion. Through this element, light becomes a symbol of collective positivity and encouragement.
Combining Yosakoi, Tanabata, Wotagei, and fox masks, we brought together elements of Japanese culture to express 'light' and 'wishes'.
NE Show Video on 7 Feb
Chingay 2026 - JAS NE Show Sector A
Chingay 2026 - JAS NE Show Sector B
Chingay 2026 - JAS NE Show Sector C
Enquiry: aki_nakamura@jas.org.sg (Japanese) | lionel_phia@jas.org.sg (English)
