Snow City to close after 26 years with farewell campaign

Singapore’s iconic indoor snow attraction Snow City will close its doors on 30 September 2026, marking the end of a 26-year run.

In a statement on Monday (19 May), the Science Centre Board said the closure reflects its commitment to keeping offerings “fresh and relevant” amid changing visitor interests and an evolving attractions landscape, while continuing to align with its science education mission and future plans.

To commemorate its final months, Snow City will launch a farewell campaign titled “One last snowfall” from June to September 2026. The campaign will invite Singaporeans to revisit the attraction and celebrate memories made over the years through a series of limited-time experiences and promotions.

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Among the offers is a Snow Play package priced at SG$19 for adults and SG$16 for children, representing a 30% discount from the usual ticket prices of SG$27 and SG$23 respectively. The package includes one hour of snow play and a bumper car ride.

More details on the campaign will be announced via Science Centre Singapore and Snow City’s official websites and social media channels in the coming weeks.

The Science Centre Board added that it will support affected employees through the transition. Snow City currently employs eight full-time staff, all of whom have been offered redeployment opportunities within the organisation.

Employees who opt to pursue opportunities elsewhere will receive outplacement assistance and severance support in line with Ministry of Manpower guidelines and applicable employment terms. The organisation also said it will honour contractual obligations to vendors.

Opened in 2000, Snow City was Singapore’s first indoor snow centre and has become a staple attraction for families, schools and tourists over the past two decades.

The closure also comes amid a wider wave of long-running Singapore institutions exiting the local retail and attractions landscape. Late last year, Isetan Tampines shuttered after three decades of operations, marking the end of an era for one of Singapore’s most recognisable Japanese department stores.

The closure took effect on 9 November 2025 following the expiry of the store’s lease. In a social media post, Isetan Singapore thanked customers and stakeholders for their support over the years, while encouraging shoppers to continue visiting its remaining outlets at Scotts and Serangoon Central.

Prior to that, independent cinema and arts venue The Projector unveiled it would enter voluntary liquidation after more than a decade of showcasing alternative films and community-focused programming.

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