NDP 2026: Public advised to arrive early for security checks, monitor crowd levels

Members of the public should check the Crowd@NationalStadium map for real-time crowd levels and closed-off areas.

SINGAPORE: Those attending the National Day Parade (NDP) on Aug 9 should arrive early for security checks and avoid bringing too many personal belongings, said the police in an advisory on Thursday (Aug 6).

This year's celebrations, held at the National Stadium, will extend to areas around the Kallang Basin. Large crowds are to be expected, as are road closures.

Arriving early will allow ample time for security checks, while having fewer personal belongings will facilitate security clearance, said the police.

Containers with a capacity of 100ml or more that contain liquids, aerosols or gels will be subject to additional checks. Canned items, including canned drinks, will not be allowed into the venue. Each ticket holder will receive an NDP pack that includes water and light snacks, added the police.

Members of the public must temporarily remove any masks or face coverings as part of security screening before entering the National Stadium. Those who are uncomfortable doing so in the public area may request to undergo the security check in a private room.

MONITOR CROWD LEVELS

To prevent overcrowding, police officers and other uniformed personnel will be deployed to regulate crowd flow and the number of people entering areas around the National Stadium.

When crowd levels in such areas, including Stadium Riverside Walk, Tanjong Rhu and Republic Avenue promenade, reach safety thresholds, they will be closed for public safety.

Members of the public should check the Crowd@NationalStadium map for real-time crowd levels and closed-off areas, and follow the instructions of marshals and police officers on duty.

MRT stations such as Stadium, Tanjong Rhu and Nicoll Highway are expected to be very crowded, the police said. Members of the public are encouraged to use alternative nearby MRT stations such as Kallang and Mountbatten to avoid the crowds. In the event of overcrowding, trains may temporarily bypass affected stations.

Pedestrians will not be allowed to stop and congregate at the footways along Merdeka Bridge and Tanjong Rhu Bridge as these are for transit purposes only, added the police.

In addition, members of the public are strongly advised not to cycle in the vicinity of the National Stadium as the area is expected to be congested and cycling under such conditions poses a high risk of collision.

The police also advised the public to be vigilant and safeguard their belongings at all times in view of the large crowds.

TRAFFIC ARRANGEMENTS

On that day, several roads and lanes will be closed to vehicular traffic, with access granted only to authorised vehicles and emergency vehicles.

Most roads leading into and around the National Stadium will be closed from 7am, while Tanjong Rhu Place and Tanjong Rhu View will be closed from 3pm. All roads will reopen at 11pm.

Police officers and other uniformed personnel will be deployed at the affected junctions to assist and direct motorists.

Motorists are advised to plan their routes early as traffic delays are expected along Guillemard Road, Sims Way, Nicoll Highway, Mountbatten Road, Tanjong Rhu Road and Stadium Boulevard.

Those planning to travel to the affected areas are strongly encouraged to use public transport.

In addition, motorists are strictly prohibited from parking at peripheral roads and stopping their vehicles along Nicoll Highway (Merdeka Bridge), East Coast Parkway (Benjamin Sheares Bridge) and Tanjong Rhu to watch the fireworks, said the police.

The traffic police will take enforcement action against errant motorists, and vehicles found parked illegally or causing obstruction will be towed.

At the end of the celebrations, crowd dispersal is also likely to be gradual due to the large crowds, and members of the public are advised to be patient.

The public may contact the organiser at 1800-637-2026 for further enquiries.