Enabling Lives Festival 2025

Organised by SG Enable, the Enabling Lives Festival is a celebration that brings together people from all walks of life to recognise and support persons with disabilities, their caregivers, and community partners.

As an anchor event of SG Enable’s I’mable public education initiative, the festival continues to champion inclusion and empower lives through shared experiences and meaningful connections.

Gardens by the Bay is proud to be part of this nationwide celebration, with a lineup of activities that embrace creativity, connection and inclusivity. Visitors can look forward to specially curated initiatives for diverse communities, a captivating 3D art exhibition in collaboration with Metta Welfare Association, as well as engaging craft activities and performances that showcase the beauty of an inclusive society.

Enabling Lives Festival 2025 @ Gardens by the Bay

Date & Time

Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025

Various timings

Admission

Fees apply for craft activities and workshops.^

^ Admission to Flower Dome may apply.

Location

^{^}Flower Dome

Event Highlights

Quiet Morning at Flower Dome

Gardens by the Bay continues its efforts to create spaces where everyone feels welcome through Quiet Morning, a sensory friendly programme in the conservatories for persons with autism and their families.

As part of the Enabling Lives Festival 2025, Quiet Morning will open a limited number of slots to members of the public on 6 December 2025. This special session is open to visitors who hold a valid Developmental Disability Registry (DDR) Card, ComCare Long-Term Assistance (Public Assistance) Card, or Public Transport Concession Card for Persons with Disabilities. Interested visitors may click the link below to register.

Sat, 6 Dec 2025
8.00am - 9.00am
Free programme, pre-registration required.
Flower Dome

Registration closes on Monday 24 Nov 2025, or earlier if capacity is reached.

This programme is recommended for children and young adults with autism aged 6 to 35.
This event is strictly by pre-registration only. A limited number of e-tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis to ensure a conducive environment for all participants.
Children must be accompanied by a supervising adult.
The relevant card must be presented together with the event e-ticket(s) at admission.
Up to two caregivers are allowed to accompany each child with autism, and the caregiver(s) must each hold a caregiver e-ticket.
Strictly no walk-in allowed.
The e-ticket will be void if the ticketholder does not show up at the start of the session, and the reserved slot will be released.
Please note that photographs and videos of participants may be taken at this event for use in our archival and publicity materials.
Gardens by the Bay reserves the right to amend any programme without prior notice at its sole and absolute discretion.

Art in Bloom: A Journey with Arts @ Metta

Visitors can look forward to hands-on Batik Painting and 3D Painting workshops led by youths with special needs from Metta Welfare Association. These sessions offer a meaningful glimpse into their creative process and the joy of inclusive art-making.

Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025
10.00am - 3.00pm
$10 (All proceeds will go towards Metta Welfare Association)
Australian Garden, Flower Dome (*Admission charges to the Flower Dome apply.)

Onsite registration only. Slots are available on a first-come-first-served basis.
This activity is suitable for all ages, from children, adults to seniors. Children below 4 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
Gardens by the Bay reserves the right to amend any programme without prior notice at its sole and absolute discretion.
Payment onsite to be made via cash or PayNow, directly to the organiser.
All fees once paid are non-refundable.
Admission into Flower Dome is required and must be purchased separately.

Performance by Metta Welfare Association

Experience the musical brilliance of Joshua German from Metta Welfare Association. Diagnosed with autism at age three, Joshua’s exceptional aural memory allows him to effortlessly recreate classical and jazz pieces. A recipient of the Goh Chok Tong Enable Award, his performances continue to inspire. Catch him live at Australian Garden, Flower Dome this December.

Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025
3.00pm - 3.30pm
Free programme, admission charges to the Flower Dome apply.
Australian Garden, Flower Dome

Art Exhibition: Enabling Expression, Celebrating Inclusion by Metta Welfare Association & Gardens by the Bay

Discover creativity in full bloom with Arts@Metta at Gardens by the Bay. Featuring artwork and merchandise designed and crafted by youths with special needs, this exhibition celebrates their artistic talents and the unique perspectives they bring to the world.

Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec 2025
10.00am - 3.00pm
Free exhibition, admission charges to the Flower Dome apply.
Australian Garden, Flower Dome