Chingay 2013 celebrates the strength of the human spirit in the face of life’s challenges. Themed ‘Fire in Snow’, it presents a dazzling spectacle of fire as a symbol of resilience, bravery, perseverance, passion and determination. In contrast, the coldest snow symbolises challenges and hardships, which are overcome by the fire’s lights of hope.

The contingent is made up of 1500 Ukulele musicians from all walks of life, the youngest at 8 years old to the most senior who is over 50 years old, who are all learning and playing the ukulele for the very first time.
Look out for the 10 year old boy soloist Samuel Yuen Hao, who has an extraordinary good voice that will deeply touch all hearts.

Serene music fills the night air and creates a mood of calm as 3000 performers light the firepots, transforming the entire 360m parade route into a breathtaking ocean of fire. 
The sense of drama builds with the entrance of 450 tai chi sword performers who put on a mesmerising choreographic display around the flickering words “正气”, accompanied by a live performance of the “Song of Righteousness”.
Grandeur of the item is further enhanced with mass display of 10,000 calligraphy pieces contributed by 5000 students/public, while master calligraphy artistes led by Mr Tan khim Ser will perform their skilful calligraphy strokes to the music.

Be prepared to be wowed by the transition effects from Western Opera outlook to Oriental Opera in a split second!

Watch the Kaleidoscope of Chinese New Year celebrations!

Singapore’s Malay and Indian communities add more than a touch of colour and joy to the celebrations as they work towards love and acceptance.
Performers from Japan, Indonesia, Philippines, Korea and France will add colours to the parade with their dazzling performances!

Members from 15 GRCs, CDCs, PA Councils and community organisations join forces to put on a stunning show of community spirit expressed through different interest groups.

As the lights dim, a touching scene unfolds as 1000 Resilient Singaporeans move forward carrying a fire torch, transforming the whole parade route into an Ocean of Fire that represents the Resilient Spirit.
Famous artistes 东方比利，洪荣宏，杨烈，彭恰恰，蔡艾珈 and Sebastian Tan will be performing during the Finale!
Finally, emerging at the climax of the whole parade, the majestic Strong Man, Lion and Condor floats make their grand entrance. The strongest of all men, the king of beasts and the largest of birds signify collectively courage, bravery and the resilience spirit of mankind!

" Singapore is one of the world's best cities to celebrate the Chinese New Year thanks in part to the island's famous Chingay Parade. What started as a Chinese street procession is today a much anticipated uniquely Singapore event in the international calendar. Not satisfied to sit on its laurels, People's Association together with the Singapore Tourism Board, its partners and supporters are drawing up an even more exciting Chingay 2013 to attract even more visitors to Singapore as well as residents. I chatted with Muhammad Fairuz of PA's Singapore Chingay and Events Network Division to find out what's in store for all of us on 22 and 23 February. Here are 9 top reasons to make a date with Chingay 2013. "
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* Highlights of the programme are subjected to changes