• In 1987, the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan Associations, Lianhe Zaobao, Lianhe Wanbao and the Telok Ayer Citizens’ Consultative Committee jointly organised the first ever River Hongbao, which included stage performances, new year goods stalls and floats.
• River Hongbao aims to preserve Chinese traditions, and pass them on to the next generation.
• River Hongbao usually took place along the Singapore River until 2009, when it moved to the The Float @ Marina Bay.
• In 2019, River Hongbao showcased an extravagant fireworks display in conjunction with Singapore’s bicentennial. Celebrations also included a gourmet street, a lantern exhibition, a carnival and stage performances.

In conjunction with the Singapore Bicentennial, the “Fireworks Spectacular” held at The Float @ Marina Bay tonight will be the largest fireworks display in the 33-year history of the River Hongbao. (Lianhe Zaobao, 5/2/2019)