Hari Raya Haji

To continue, Toplist would like to introduce to you Hari Raya Haji as one of the most famous festivals in Singapore. Also known as the festival of sacrifice, Hari Raya Haji is a famous Singapore festival for the commemoration of Prophet Ibrahim’s trust in God and his willingness to sacrifice his own son for him. The devout dress up and go to mosques to offer prayers and listen to sermons.

Although it is basically a celebration, cows, sheep, lambs, and goats are sacrificed for God in a ceremony known as ‘Korban’. The sacrificial animal is later cleaned and cooked to devour, which is followed by Muslims visiting each other’s place and conversing over lavish meals.

What to Experience: Join the faithful as they make the most of this spiritual festival. Visit mosques such as the Sultan Mosque, Hajjah Fatimah Mosque, and others. Spend the evenings eating with friends and family.

Takes place: on the last week of August or the first week of September