The Istana grounds are open to the public in celebration of Lunar New Year. There will be a variety of performances on the grounds during the Open House. Among the performers will be the brass bands from the East Spring Secondary School and Yuying Secondary School. There will also be lion and dragon dances as well as martial arts performances by the People's Association.
The Singapore Zoo will also put up an exhibit of green iguanas and snakes.
View the Istana gardens while a variety of performances on the grounds provide entertainment. You may also have the chance to have your photos taken with the President and First Lady when they come by to greet visitors.
Selected function rooms with displays of gifts presented to the President and Prime Minister by foreign dignitaries can be viewed for a fee of $2. All proceeds from entrance fees and the sale of Istana souvenirs will be donated to charity.
Time: 8.30am - 6pm
Venue: Entrance to the grounds is via the main gate at Orchard Road.
Charges: Admission to the Istana grounds is free for Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents. Others, including foreign visitors, are charged an entrance fee of $1 per person.
Website: http://www.istana.gov.sg/
