VivoCity’s Super Mario Holiday Power-Up runs from 13 November to 27 December 2026, with displays opening in phases. The Level 1 Outdoor Plaza is the place to look for the 10-metre Mario inflatable. Nintendo lists snowfall at 7.30pm and 8.30pm from Tuesday to Sunday.
The Nintendo pop-up shop opens on 1 December at Level 1 Central Court. Free Nintendo Switch 2 demos are listed from 20 November. The Mario and Luigi meet-and-greet has separate dates and requires an eligible S$100 same-day receipt for a limited pass.
- Mario inflatable and festive displays: Level 1 Outdoor Plaza, phased opening from 13 November.
- Snowfall: 7.30pm and 8.30pm, Tuesday–Sunday.
- Nintendo POP-UP STORE: 1–27 December, 10am–10pm, Central Court.
- Meet-and-greets: 5–6, 12–13 and 19–20 December at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm.
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What time is VivoCity’s Mario Christmas snowfall? · How do Mario and Luigi meet-and-greet passes work? · Nintendo pop-up, Switch 2 demos and Mario Kart dates · How to get to VivoCity’s Outdoor Plaza
| Activity | Published dates or times | Where to go |
|---|---|---|
| Mario display | 13 Nov–27 Dec, opening in phases | Outdoor Plaza, Level 1 |
| Snow display | Tue–Sun, 7.30pm and 8.30pm | Outdoor Plaza |
| Nintendo pop-up | 1–27 Dec, 10am–10pm | Central Court, Level 1 |
| Mario and Luigi meet-and-greet | 5–6, 12–13, 19–20 Dec at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm | North-West Boulevard, Level 1 |
What time is VivoCity’s Mario Christmas snowfall?
Nintendo’s official announcement lists Tuesday through Sunday at 7.30pm and 8.30pm. Monday is outside that published pattern. The festival runs 13 November through 27 December, with a phased opening. Check VivoCity’s latest notice if you are going in the first days or if weather could affect outdoor activity.
Which time suits a family?
The 7.30pm option leaves more room for the journey home. The 8.30pm slot may suit a later dinner, but check how long it takes to leave the restaurant and reach the plaza. If you are coming for photographs as well, take them before the session rather than trying to move through the crowd when the display is about to begin.
Is the inflatable part of a ride?
Nintendo describes it as a display and photo opportunity. Look for viewing and access instructions on site. Allow room for people passing through the plaza and avoid assuming that an installation can be climbed or entered. Other themed areas open in phases, so check current information if a particular setup matters.
How do Mario and Luigi meet-and-greet passes work?
Nintendo lists sessions on 5, 6, 12, 13, 19 and 20 December at 3pm, 5pm and 7pm. The location is Level 1 North-West Boulevard near CHANEL. To qualify, Nintendo says visitors must show one same-day VivoCity receipt of at least S$100 and redeem in person at the event venue at least 30 minutes before their session.
A qualifying receipt does not reserve a place
The notice caps passes at 50 qualifying redemptions per session, first come, first served, and one redemption per member per day. Each pass is for the assigned session. Check the complete terms and current availability before spending specifically for a photo. A family can still visit the public displays if it does not redeem a pass.
How to plan around the 7pm slot
Allow for the required advance redemption and the time spent waiting for the session. If you also want the 7.30pm snowfall, do not assume the photo and the walk to the Outdoor Plaza will fit that slot. Check the later 8.30pm show as a possible option and set a public meeting point for anyone not attending the meet-and-greet.
Nintendo pop-up, Switch 2 demos and Mario Kart dates
The Nintendo POP-UP STORE runs from 1 to 27 December, 10am to 10pm at Central Court, Level 1. Nintendo says the shop will carry official merchandise, including items from Japan and some Singapore-exclusive shirt designs. The display starts before the shop, so a November visit does not offer the December pop-up.
When can you try the games?
Nintendo lists demos from 20 November to 27 December, 10am to 10pm, and says admission to the gaming highlight is free. The Mario Kart World Challenge is on 5, 6, 19 and 20 December. The challenge and the Mario and Luigi sessions have different date lists and entry conditions. Check the on-site directions and availability before promising a child a particular turn or prize.
Public displays versus shopping rewards
Nintendo also lists separate receipt-based VivoRewards promotions. Those have spending, receipt and stock conditions that differ from the meet-and-greet. If you are coming only to see Mario or try a demo, make those activities the focus. Check each promotion independently if you are already shopping at VivoCity.
How to get to VivoCity’s Outdoor Plaza
Take the North East or Circle Line to HarbourFront (NE1/CC29), then follow the signs into VivoCity. Go to Level 1 and follow the mall signs for Outdoor Plaza. For the pop-up, use Central Court. For the meet-and-greet, use North-West Boulevard near CHANEL. These are different stops even though they are on the same level.
A short plan without shopping
Choose an advertised Tuesday to Sunday snow time, find the display first, then decide if the group wants a meal or a look inside the mall. If the weather changes, keep the indoor stop flexible and check the outdoor activity status. The header photograph shows neighbouring Sentosa as location context. The Nintendo event itself is on the VivoCity side of the water.
Which dates suit the activities you want?
13–19 November for the early displays
The main holiday run begins on 13 November, but Nintendo says the displays open in phases. Check what is available before making an early trip for a particular installation. The game demos have a later start, and the shop opens in December. An early visit can still suit someone who mainly wants the Outdoor Plaza and a meal at the mall.
20–30 November for displays and game demos
The published demo period starts on 20 November. Use a Tuesday to Sunday if you also want the snow display. If you intend to go straight from a demo to the Outdoor Plaza, allow time to move between mall areas. The Nintendo pop-up is still a December activity.
A December weekend for several activities
For the store, choose any listed day from 1 December. For the character photo or Mario Kart challenge, check the narrower date ranges. The first and third listed meet-and-greet weekends overlap the challenge dates, while the second does not. Decide which activity is most important and check the official terms before making purchases.
A quick visit with younger children
Pick one activity that does not rely on a limited redemption. The Outdoor Plaza or the complimentary gift-tag activity can be the main stop if available. If the child wants to stay for snow, choose the earlier start and keep the meal or shopping flexible. A short visit can still work when the shop or a game demo is crowded.
Frequently asked questions
Is there snowfall on Monday?
Monday is outside the published Tuesday–Sunday pattern.
When does the Nintendo shop open?
1 December, with the pop-up listed through 27 December.
Is the character photo free with entry?
The meet-and-greet requires a qualifying receipt and a limited session pass.
Which station serves VivoCity?
HarbourFront MRT.
Is the event on Sentosa?
No. The activities are at VivoCity, next to HarbourFront MRT.
See the Singapore November and December events guide for more year-end outings.