What happened at Pesta Ubin 2019?
We celebrated Singapore's last unspoilt island from 18 May (Sat) to 30 Jun (Sun) 2019. This year's theme was "Support Ubin Businesses" as we hope to continue supporting and preserving the unique businesses that service Ubin visitors, from bumboats and vans to the local food fare.
Here's the After Action Report on Pesta Ubin 2019: https://tinyurl.com/PestaUbin2019Report.
Please let us know if you have any ideas, feedback and suggestions!
We would like to express our gratitude to the organising groups, Minister Desmond and NParks for supporting Pesta Ubin every year.
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Pesta Ubin happening 18 May to 30 Jun!
Pesta Ubin is happening from 18 May 2019 to 30 June 2019! This year's theme is "Support Ubin Businesses" as we hope to support and preserve the unique businesses that service Ubin visitors, from bumboats and vans to the local food fare.
Stay tuned to our blog for the full list of activities being offered. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
What's happening at Pesta Ubin?
Many Pesta Ubin activities are free of charge. Some do NOT require registration. Simply come to Pulau Ubin and join the fun! Find a Pesta Ubin activity that suits your schedule and interest! Don't say Bo Jio!
These activities are FREE. No registration required. Simply come to Pulau Ubin and join the fun!
What's happening at Pesta Ubin?
Many Pesta Ubin activities are free of charge. Some do NOT require registration. Simply come to Pulau Ubin and join the fun! Find a Pesta Ubin activity that suits your schedule and interest! Don't say Bo Jio!
These activities are FREE. No registration required. Simply come to Pulau Ubin and join the fun!
Supporting Ubin Businesses: Meet the business owners
This year's theme, "Supporting Ubin Businesses", aims to highlight the importance of the unique businesses found on the island. By supporting the businesses, we support the heritage that the island boasts and the people who run these businesses.
Here are some stories of the people who keep the kampong spirit of Ubin alive through their craft. Full list of Ubin businesses here.
Have a weekend staycation with Changi Cove Singapore!
We have received enquiries about accommodation on Ubin as the Pesta Ubin activities are quite early in the morning or end in the evening.
We now have an option which is friendly to those who are unable to camp in Ubin or live far away from the Eastern part of Singapore.
We have collaborated with Changi Cove to offer special perks and discounted prices to guests.
Use the code "MYPRO" when making a booking!
For more details or to make a booking, visit their website now: https://hotel.changicove.com/pesta-promotion/
We now have an option which is friendly to those who are unable to camp in Ubin or live far away from the Eastern part of Singapore.
We have collaborated with Changi Cove to offer special perks and discounted prices to guests.
For more details or to make a booking, visit their website now: https://hotel.changicove.com/pesta-promotion/
12-23 May: Tua Pek Kong Festival
On the fourth month of the Lunar calendar, when the moon is full, Pulau Ubin bursts with celebrations! The birthday of Tua Pek Kong is honoured with colourful festivities.
Ubin Jetty is decked out in colourful flags and lanterns, and Ubin Town is host to lavish rituals. The ancient Wayang Stage at Ubin Town comes alive with traditional opera in glittering costumes as well as more modern vibrant celebrations.
All are welcomed to experience this authentic village festival at Pulau Ubin!
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| Wayang shows go on during the day and night! |
All are welcomed to experience this authentic village festival at Pulau Ubin!
18 May (Sat): FREE Nature Walk at Mamam Beach with Strix Wildlife Consultancy
Registration NOW OPEN! Join the volunteers of Strix Wildlife Consultancy and friends for a special morning nature walk at Pulau Ubin.
Expect amazing encounters and delightful discoveries during this special walk. As well as fascinating stories about the history and heritage of Pulau Ubin.
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| Photo by MJ Mohammad. |
18 May (Sat): FREE Pulau Ubin Ramble with Nature Society (Singapore)
Join Nature Society (Singapore)'s Nature Ramblers to explore this beautiful island.
Pulau Ubin is an island located on the north-eastern coast of Singapore. Its name is derived from its original Malay name, Pulau Batu Jubin, which means “Island of Granite Stones”. Granite quarries provided the initial draw for early local settlement, and much of the island’s granite was used for Singapore’s early developments such as Horsburgh Lighthouse and the Singapore-Johore Causeway. Pulau Ubin’s five disused quarries still exist. The rock cliffs on Pulau Ubin are ideal for abseiling. Today, Pulau Ubin is a nature and leisure island with amenities for rustic and outdoor recreational activities.
19 May (Sun): FREE Mystery Boxes with Young Nautilus
What're in the mystery boxes?! Touch and feel, learn more about our marine life with Young Nautilus! Specially for families and kids!
Have you ever seen a taxidermized Sea Turtle Specimen or felt how a Seahorse or Sharks’ eggs feel like? Have you heard of how Seahorses are sold as dried medicines even though they have not been proven to be medically beneficial for our health?
Play a little game at our interactive booth to touch and learn more about these amazing animals, and find out the dangers that they are facing due to our actions!
Play a little game at our interactive booth to touch and learn more about these amazing animals, and find out the dangers that they are facing due to our actions!
19 May (Sun): Punggol to Ubin Trail with Kayakasia [FULL]
Registration NOW CLOSED! On a public holiday, join this special and easy trail that links together Punggol, Pulau Serangoon (Coney Island) and Pulau Ubin! Specially for families and beginners.
Could be called the trails of mystery as we attempt to locate a crumbling villa, the German Girl Shrine, and one of the best look-out point on Pulau Ubin. This trail also takes you into the beautiful mangroves of the lesser known Sungai Teris (tide permitting)
20 May (Mon): Punggol to Ubin Trail with Kayakasia [FULL]
Registration NOW CLOSED! This is a special and easy trail that links together Punggol, Pulau Serangoon (Coney Island) and Pulau Ubin! Specially for families and beginners.
Could be called the trails of mystery as we attempt to locate a crumbling villa, the German Girl Shrine, and one of the best look-out point on Pulau Ubin. This trail also takes you into the beautiful mangroves of the lesser known Sungai Teris (tide permitting)
25 May (Sat): FREE Ubin Quarry kayaking with Republic Polytechnic
Registration [NOW CLOSED] The Ubin granite quarry on Pulau Ubin are closed to public. However on Pesta Ubin, Republic Polytechnic (RP) student – volunteers from the Diploma in Outdoor and Adventure Learning (DOAL) are organizing a 1 hour kayaking experience for you to get up close and personal at the quarry.
RP is collaborating with People’s Association Water Venture (PAWV) where they will be organizing a new activity, Stand Up Paddling (S.U.P), for you to participate this year!
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| Ubin Quarry kayaking! |
To minimize impact on the environment and create this unique experience for everyone, we are limiting the number to 200 participants only. Sign up now!
25 May (Sat): FREE Mangrove and Coastal Clean-up with Nature Society (Singapore)
Registration NOW OPEN! Pulau Ubin is designated as an Important Bird and Biodiversity Area. In line with the Restore Ubin Mangroves (R.U.M.) initiative, join the Nature Society (Singapore) as we remove abandoned drift nets and marine debris that choke up Ubin’s coastline. This prepares the selected sites for scientific surveys and R.U.M. restoration works. It ensures that our wildlife have the proper environment to thrive.
26 May (Sun): FREE Hari Raya Crafts Workshop with Wan's Ubin Journal
Registration NOW OPEN! Usher in Hari Raya with our Ubin residents by joining us in our first-ever Hari Raya Crafts Workshop where you get to learn how to weave decorative ribbon ketupats and even make your own DIY Hari Raya Cards!
What's more: All the ketupats that you have woven will then be hung at the Public Jetty and along the Main Village for all the Ubin residents and visitors to see and enjoy as we welcome the festive season of Hari Raya onto the island for the first time in recent history!
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