This holiday season, Millenia Walk is transforming into a creative wonderland with Moving Wonders, an artist takeover featuring local and international talent until February 2025. Organized by Pontiac Land Group, this immersive event invites shoppers to explore the imaginative works of six regional artists and discover a captivating centerpiece by Wade and Leta, an internationally renowned artist duo from New York City.
Southeast Asian Debut of Wade and Leta’s Monument to Movement
Fresh from their Tokyo takeover at Ginza Six, Wade and Leta bring their vibrant, interactive style to Singapore with Monument to Movement. Located in The Great Hall, this playful reinterpretation of a Christmas tree invites visitors to engage through built-in swings and rotating elements, transforming the traditional festive icon into a lively, evolving piece. Known for creating “music for the eyes,” Wade and Leta aim to blend visual appeal with a sense of celebration and connection for all ages.
Sustainable Art for a Festive Future
Crafted from recyclable cardboard and durable steel, the installation not only dazzles but also promotes environmental consciousness. As the season transitions, the piece will be refreshed to ring in the New Year, and later repurposed as modular art around the neighbourhood, offering visitors an inspiring glimpse into sustainable design.
Festive Art Experiences Celebrating Local and Regional Creativity
Alongside Moving Wonders in The Great Hall, Millenia Walk showcases a vibrant selection of art from local and regional talent this holiday season. A special collaboration with acclaimed artists Wade and Leta and Singapore’s own Candice Phang, also known as Puffingmuffin, brings exclusive, quirky gift-with-purchase items like umbrellas, notebooks, and bean bags. Candice’s playful illustrations, known for capturing life’s unique quirks, pair perfectly with Wade and Leta’s bold aesthetic, creating a memorable festive collection for shoppers.
Beyond art installations, Millenia Walk and Yeo Workshop present a series of engaging art experiences that connect visitors to the creative community, including:
- Hydra: A Wearable Art Performance by Lai Thi Dieu Ha (16 and 30 November, and 14 December): A mesmerizing journey through the mall (2pm – 2.45pm and 3.30pm – 4.15pm), where performers don intricate, textile-based sculptures that explore the interconnectedness of life, prompting viewers to reflect on the stories we weave. Starting Point: The Great Hall.
- Living Room Curiosities: Assemblage Art by Keisha Yan: See how recyclable items are transformed into festive dioramas, as artist Keisha Yan demonstrates creative upcycling.
- Roll Pinch Stick: Clay Workshop with Shayne Phua: This family-friendly session invites participants to create whimsical ceramic sculptures using soft, air-dry clay, guided by expert ceramicist Shayne Phua.
- Ink Trails: A Motion-Based Mark-Making Experience by Brigette Teo: Discover the art of mark-making with everyday items like toothbrushes, springs, and marbles to produce expressive patterns and textures.
- Balance & Motion: Mobile-Making with Brigette Teo: Learn to create mobiles using pliers, wire, and counterbalancing techniques, crafting unique pieces that move gracefully in the air.
The Joy Parade
The Joy Parade artwork brings a lively celebration of happiness and togetherness to Millenia Walk. Created in collaboration between renowned artists Wade and Leta and local talent Puffingmuffin, this artwork personifies the signature geometric shapes from Wade and Leta’s installations with Puffingmuffin’s quirky characters. The illustration bursts with color and energy, capturing a joyful gathering where each character expresses happiness in their own unique way—some are on the move, while others bask in the moment. It’s a visual celebration of shared joy, perfect for the festive season.
Shoppers can redeem exclusive Joy Parade merchandise, available while supplies last:
- Foldable umbrella and notebook set (November 14 – December 8): With a minimum spend of $1,200
- Bean bag (November 14 – December 25): With a minimum spend of $3,800
- Holiday hamper (December 9 – 25): With a minimum spend of $1,200, featuring 500g of Panettone, and three meringue bottles (Raspberry, Gingersnap, Coconut Pandan) – limited to 50 hampers per day.
Festive Markets and Live Jazz at Millenia Walk
This holiday season, Millenia Walk invites you to experience the magic of festive shopping with two exclusive holiday markets and live jazz performances. Here’s what’s in store:
- Crane Living Festive Market (Nov 25 – Dec 8): Find one-of-a-kind gifts from local brands, offering unique selections in home decor, accessories, furnishings, dinnerware, and handcrafted goods.
- Tied Alliance Nordic Market (Dec 9 – Dec 22): Experience a Scandinavian-inspired holiday market featuring treats from Hallsberg chocolate and homemade mulled wine to custom wreaths and mini trees, making your holiday celebrations extra special.
Adding to the festive ambiance, shoppers can enjoy live jazz performances by the Jazz Association (Singapore) at the Monument to Movement installation in The Great Hall. On December 7, witness two enchanting jazz sessions, creating the perfect soundtrack for a memorable shopping experience.
