SINGAPORE – Marina Bay Sands (MBS) announced on February 6 that the highly anticipated drone show, The Legend Of The Dragon Gate – Drone Show by the Bay, was canceled for the evening due to unforeseen circumstances. Originally scheduled for 8 PM at the Marina Bay waterfront, the show was meant to be the highlight of MBS’ Chinese New Year celebrations. Despite the cancellation, other festivities, including the Chinese New Year light-up event at 7:30 PM, proceeded as planned.
MBS shared the cancellation update via Facebook around 2 PM, apologizing for any inconvenience caused. To compensate, the drone show will now debut on February 10, with additional performances slated for February 11, 12, 16, 17, and 18, all starting at 8 PM.
Reactions on social media were mixed. While some expressed disappointment, like Alan Chiu, who mentioned rearranging his travel plans for the event, others like Wilson Wong acknowledged the decision, noting, “Better late than never.”
This drone show, touted as Singapore’s largest with 1,500 synchronized drones, is part of MBS’ extensive Chinese New Year festivities announced on January 31. The celebrations kicked off on February 6 at 7 PM and include traditional dragon and lion dance performances, koi dancer showcases, a modern Chinese art exhibition by the Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre, and a special performance by local singer-songwriter Nathan Hartono.
This drone show, touted as Singapore’s largest with 1,500 synchronized drones, is part of MBS’ extensive Chinese New Year festivities announced on January 31.
Adding to the festive atmosphere, MBS’ annual Chinese New Year light-up features impressive decorations, including two 40-meter-long dragons set before the towering 15-meter Dragon’s Gate.
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While MBS did not provide further details on the cancellation, the revised schedule ensures audiences will still have multiple opportunities to experience the spectacle.
