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Large crowds are expected in the vicinity of Chinatown for the Chinese New Year Bazaar which is held from 27 January 2026 (Tuesday) to 16 February 2026 (Monday), the eve of Chinese New Year. 

Safety and Security Arrangements

From the evening of 27 January 2026, Police officers, auxiliary police officers and security officers will be deployed to manage crowds in Chinatown and to ensure the safety and security of the public.

As Chinatown MRT station (North-East Line, Downtown Line) is expected to be crowded, commuters are advised to consider using Maxwell MRT station (Thomson-East Coast Line) as the alternative.

Members of the public intending to visit Chinatown between 13 to 16 February 2026 are encouraged to check the Crowd@Chinatown (https://go.gov.sg/crowd-at-chinatown) portal to view real-time updates on crowd levels and area closures before proceeding to Chinatown. The Crowd@Chinatown portal can be accessed via computer or mobile devices from 6pm to 1am on the above-mentioned dates. Members of the public are strongly advised to avoid crowded areas marked in red colour on the Crowd@Chinatown map. Please refer to Annex A for the QR code to the Crowd@Chinatown portal.

For crowd safety, diversions to access the bazaar may be implemented. If crowd safety thresholds are reached, selected areas will be locked down and visitors will be diverted. Members of the public are advised to be patient and to follow the instructions of officers and security personnel at all times.

The Police would like to remind the public to remain vigilant and adopt the following crime prevention measures:

1. Look after your belonging at all times;
   
   
2. Be cautious when approached by strangers trying to get close to you;
   
   
3. Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wearing excessive jewellery to crowded places;
   
   
4. Ensure your bag is closed at all times and kept in front of you;
   
   
5. Avoid placing your wallet in your back pocket; 
   
   
6. Take note of crowd advisories and comply with instructions from officers and security personnel;
   
   
7. Avoid confrontation with unruly crowds; and
   
   
8. Approach any police officer or dial ‘999’ for urgent assistance.

Traffic Arrangements

To facilitate the event, Temple Street will be closed to all vehicular traffic during the stipulated periods:

1. Weekdays (Mondays to Thursdays) – 4pm to 11pm 
   
   
2. Weekends (Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays) – 2pm to 11.59pm
   
   
3. 16 February 2026 (Chinese New Year Eve) – 2pm to 1.30am (the following day)

During the road closure period, vehicular access will only be granted to authorised vehicles as well as Police and emergency vehicles. Parking restrictions will be strictly enforced, and vehicles found parking illegally within the restricted areas or causing obstruction will be towed. Auxiliary police officers and security officers will be deployed to assist and direct motorists. 

As we enjoy the festivities, we urge everyone to remain vigilant and play their part in our fight against crime and terrorism. Anyone with information on suspicious persons or activities can contact the Internal Security Department at 1800-2626-473 or the Police at 999, or SMS to 70999, or submit the information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness, or report it via SGSecure mobile application. 

ANNEX

INFORMATION ON CROWD@CHINATOWN



Scan the QR code or visit https://go.gov.sg/crowd-at-chinatown to view real-time crowd levels around Chinatown.