Downtown East Transforms Into a Panda Wonderland This Festive Season

Get ready for an adorable and enchanting holiday experience as Downtown East (DE) becomes a panda wonderland from November 15, 2024, to February 12, 2025. Families and friends are invited to explore a world of playful activities, immersive experiences, and festive cheer across the lifestyle destination.

Bamboo Forest Maze Adventure

The highlight of this transformation is the experiential bamboo forest maze at E!Avenue Event Square, open for free from November 29, 2024, to February 12, 2025. This 75m interactive installation features 12 engaging zones, blending fun with learning about pandas and bamboo. Kids and families can embark on a magical journey following the “Magic Bamboo Scroll” to help Panda find his family in a heartwarming hide-and-seek adventure.

Fun Highlights in the Maze:

• Foam obstacles and a ball pit
• Mirror maze and photo opportunities
• Interactive zones like a life-sized bamboo xylophone, a doodle wall, a weight-balancing scale, and more

Meet & Greet with Panda Mascot

Make your visit extra special by meeting the lovable panda mascot during one of 10 appearances on December 13, 14, 20, and 21 at 7 PM & 8 PM, as well as on Christmas Eve at 12 PM & 1 PM. The mascot will spread joy and hand out heart-shaped candies to visitors.

Festive Entertainment

The holiday magic continues with delightful performances:

• A cappella carolling by Urban Harmony on December 14 and 21 at 7 PM & 8 PM
• 2-piece band performances on December 13 and 20 at 3 PM
• Ukulele shows by Ageless Bridge on select dates, adding a musical touch to the season

Panda-tastic Rewards

Spend and redeem exclusive panda-themed gifts:

• Panda tote bag + gift wrapper for $70 (NTUC members) or $80 (public) spent
• Limited edition umbrella + gift wrapper for $110 (NTUC members) or $120 (public) spent

Redeem your gifts at E!Avenue Level 2 Information Counter from November 15 onwards.

Exclusive Kung Fu Panda 4 Screenings

Catch the beloved Kung Fu Panda 4 at Cathay Cineplexes in Downtown East, with special reruns between December 1, 2024, and January 31, 2025. Tickets start at $10 (weekdays) and $11.50 (weekends), with a collectible bundle option available. NTUC members enjoy discounted packages!

Panda-themed Adventures & Workshops

• Gallop Stable: Enjoy a 30-minute Panda-stic Day Out with guided stable tours, joy rides, and pony feeding. Price starts at $68+ for two people.
• Upwall Climbing: Climb your way to fun with a panda-themed climbing route and promotion bundles priced at $120 for a family of four.
• Achievers Arts: Join hands-on panda art classes starting at $70 per workshop to create holiday keepsakes.

Exclusive Panda Treats

Indulge in limited-edition panda-inspired delights:

• Sesame Oolong Milk Tea at Cha Yu Fan Hou in a bamboo bottle with a panda plushie for $5.60 (NTUC: $4.80)
• Panda macarons at Three Little Coconut in lemon coconut pandan flavor for $4.90

Head to Downtown East for a panda-stic celebration like no other.