Oil Spill Management Efforts

Get updates on the oil spill management efforts on our noticeboard.

Temporary closure of beach at East Coast Park

The beach at East Coast Park, except for areas B and E, is temporarily closed until further notice by the National Environment Agency (NEA) to facilitate oil spill clean-up efforts. The park is still open to visitors.

Temp. closure: Jetty and rocky shore at Labrador Nature Reserve

Access to the jetty and rocky shore at Labrador Nature Reserve is temporarily closed until further notice.

Activities and Events

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Gardeners' Day Out

HortPark

About Gardeners' Day Out

Immerse yourself in a world of plants, gardening accessories, and nature-inspired lifestyle products at Gardeners’ Day Out (GDO), held every third Saturday of the month, from 9.00 am to 3.00 pm at HortPark.

The 2024 GDO will take place on these dates:

17 August 2024
21 September 2024
19 October 2024
16 November 2024
21 December 2024

17 Aug 2024 GDO Highlights:

MarketPlace

With over 60 booths offering an amazing selection of plants, gardening accessories and nature-inspired lifestyle products at our upcoming Gardeners' Day Out, there's something for everyone. This is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded gardening enthusiasts, discover new gardening trends, and indulge in some retail therapy. Remember to bring your own reusable bags for your purchases. See all the Marketplace gardening promotions for list of gardening promotions and make the most out of this event.

Gardening Talks

Pepper Paradise

Explore the art of pepper cultivation with Isaiah Peter, an avid grower and founder of Pepper Patch SG. Participants will get to learn about germination techniques, watering routines, fertilising schedule and pest management of mild, hot and super-hot peppers like the Carolina Reaper and the Ghost pepper. Each participant will receive a pepper seedling.

Join us at HortPark, Fruit Room from 9.30 am to 10.30 am for this informative session. Register for the Pepper Paradise talk.

Workshops

Threaded Tranquility: Kokedama Workshop

Craft your own unique Kokedama masterpiece and take home a stunning botanical creation, along with essential knowledge, skills, and care tips tailored for all gardeners, ensuring the successful growth and maintenance of your Kokedama.

This workshop will be held in HortPark, Fruit room from 1.00 to 2.30 pm. Fees apply and is payable to the trainer. Read more about the Kokedama workshop and sign up now!

Gardentainment

DIY Botanical Paintbrush

Embrace sustainable creativity by crafting your own eco-friendly paintbrushes using natural elements such as twigs, flowers, and grasses. These DIY brushes not only offer a delightful way to infuse nature into art, but also provide a unique opportunity to connect with the environment through artistic expression.

This is a free programme.

Guided Tours

Embark on guided tours of our beautiful garden spaces. Discover unique plant species, sustainable landscaping techniques, and hidden gems within our gardens. Register by clicking on the links below.

Date	Tour	Time
20 July 2024	Pitter Patter Potter Tour	9.00 am - 10.30 am
20 July 2024	Orchid Garden Tour	9.00 am - 10.00 am

Please note that meeting point for all tours will be at the Visitor Services Centre.

Gardening Gab Online

Apart from exciting on-site activities, there is a wide range of gardening-related videos available on NParksSG Youtube. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, our videos provide valuable tips and tricks on plant care and offer creative ideas for your next gardening project. Click here to find out more about the other activities.

Note

Do your part for the environment and bring your own reusable bags to GDO!

Applying for a booth for a 3-month block: $60 for hobbyists; $90 for commercial parties

Apply for a MarketPlace booth

Sign up for a booth at the MarketPlace to sell your plants, gardening or nature-related items and lifestyle products at upcoming GDO events!

Ballot applications are open at the start of March, June, September and December for 1 week. Slots for the GDOs planned in the next 3 months will be released during each application window.

The online application form will only be available during the dates when applications are open, as listed in the following table:

Future GDO dates	When applications are open	Where the booths are located
19 October 2024, 16 November 2024 and 21 December 2024	1 September (10am) - 8 September (5pm)	Multi-Purpose Hall Exhibition Gallery

Future GDO dates

When applications are open

Where the booths are located

19 October 2024, 16 November 2024 and 21 December 2024

1 September (10am) - 8 September (5pm)

Multi-Purpose Hall
Exhibition Gallery

Note:

Applications are not on a first-come, first-served basis. Booths are allocated via a computerised balloting process.
Relevant fees apply for a booth application.
If you have been allocated a booth, you will receive a confirmation email 14 working days after applications have closed.
Successful applicants will be given a booth space for the 3-month period stated. There will be no refunds for the cancellation of confirmed booths.

Download the NEAR mobile app to find a route via our park connectors or trails.

Gardeners' Day Out

About Gardeners' Day Out

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