It’s already beginning to look a lot like Christmas — on Orchard Road in Singapore, anyway. Officials here have decided to take advantage of the holiday spirit and light bright Christmas displays earlier than normal, giving commuters, residents, shoppers, and visitors a chance to get in the spirit ahead of time.
This year, officials, retailers, and other organizers have many experiences planned for the Orchard Road area. Along with the gorgeous Christmas light displays, which will be illuminated until the wee hours of the night so everyone can enjoy them, there will also be times when the roadway itself will be closed to vehicles. This will give pedestrians a chance to stroll along areas they usually aren’t allowed to go, as well as enjoy the restaurants, galleries, and shops in the neighborhood. With the official lighting ceremony — which will be led by the president — coming up early next month, many are excited to join with the festivities. There will be light-up art installations coming, along with the tallest yet illuminated archway welcoming visitors to the area. As a cost-cutting measure, as well as an environmentally friendly option, LED lights will make up the illuminated display.
At the end of November, a special Christmas village will be set up for plenty of photo opportunities for passers-by. The display will be reminiscent of similar scenes throughout Europe and in other countries where Christmas is celebrated. Nearly thirty retailers and restaurants will take part in the village, and musical acts and entertainment will take place every day through the holidays. Some of the participants will also host art installations and workshops with the chance for the community to participate in a host of different activities. All in all, the earlier than normal holiday festivities at Orchard Road make for a great excuse to visit the area for those who haven’t been in a while — or those who generally don’t visit. And that’s part of the aim officials and retailers have for the celebrations. Adding new activities like the village and entertainment opportunities will help draw more people into the area, which could help give the economy an extra boost around the holiday season.
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To read more about the Christmas light displays and holiday offerings of Orchard Road, go to http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/earlier-light-up-to-charm-daytime-shoppers.