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Getai performances in Singapore are a significant part of the annual Hungry Ghost Festival, which is observed during the seventh month of the Chinese lunar calendar. These vibrant stage shows feature live singing, dancing, and comedy, serving both as entertainment for the living and offerings to wandering spirits ⁹¹⁰.

The Hungry Ghost Festival and Getai in 2026

In 2026, the Hungry Ghost Festival is a prominent event in Singapore. Chinese Singaporeans honor their ancestors, offer prayers, and make ritual offerings to appease "hungry ghosts" and ensure their ancestors' peaceful passage in the afterlife ⁴.

Getai performances are a familiar sight during this period, often accompanied by food and incense offerings, and joss paper burning in neighborhoods across the island ¹⁰. While offerings and joss paper burning occur throughout Singapore, peaking around August 27th, the main getai stages are typically located in heartland housing estates rather than in areas like Chinatown ⁵.

Recent Getai Schedules and Locations

For those interested in experiencing getai, performances are scheduled at various locations. For instance, on August 18, 2026, a getai performance celebrating the birthday of Da Er Ye Bo (大二爷伯千秋) and the Hungry Ghost Festival is scheduled at North View BizHub, located at 6 Yishun Industrial Street 1, #08-13, Singapore 768090. This event is expected to run from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM ¹.

Notable Getai Personalities

Getai performers often gain public recognition. For example, Raybe Oh, a getai performer who suffered severe burns in a 2021 car accident while attempting to save her fiancé, recently revisited the scene of the incident on August 16, 2026. She shared her reflections with 8world, indicating her continued presence in the public eye ².

Cultural Significance

The Hungry Ghost Festival, along with its getai performances, is recognized by Singapore's National Heritage Board as a continuing practice that reaffirms familial ties with the deceased ⁹. Attending these community rituals and performances, which can include temple ceremonies, opera, and communal dinners, is encouraged with respect ⁹.

Beyond traditional practices, events in 2026 also include modern interpretations, such as an immersive AR game and spooky storytelling, as part of the Hungry Ghost Festival in the Central Business District (CBD) from August 13 to September 10 ⁴.