A beary merry Christmas.
November 12, 2026, 05:58 PM
It’s already November, which means only one thing: Christmas decorations popping up everywhere around the streets of Singapore.
But knowing that still didn’t prepare me for running into a giant red cup outside Bugis Junction Fountain Square.
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As it turns out, the giant cup at Bugis Junction Fountain Square was part of CapitaLand Malls’ newest Christmas collaboration with Starbucks.
From now till Dec. 31, Starbucks lovers and shoppers can look forward to Singapore’s largest Starbucks holiday takeover, with exclusive drinks, interactive experiences, and festive rewards at 16 CapitaLand malls and multiple workspace properties islandwide.
So who is that bear peeking out from behind the cup at Bugis Junction?
Meet the Bearistas
Bringing the festive cheer to the city this year are the five Starbucks Bearistas – from left to right below, they are Brewster, Snowmallow, Star, Jam, and Dasha.
You’ll see the adorable bears popping up across the 16 different malls and with Bearista-themed displays, inflatables, and coffee-inspired installations bringing the holiday joy.
Each Bearista brings its own charm to a different spot.
Shoppers can meet the adventurous Brewster at Bugis Junction and CQ @ Clarke Quay, while Dasha, the spirited one, is just across at Bugis+ and Funan.
And the cheerful Star brings the Christmas joy to Raffles City, making an appearance at a whopping eight metres tall.
At the other participating CapitaLand malls, you’ll also spot classic Starbucks Bearistas donning their signature black caps and festive red aprons.
These cozy holiday-themed displays make for the perfect photo spot to capture the festive joy, like snuggling up with a warm cup of coffee. You can also share your merry moments on social media for a chance to win exciting prizes!
The Bearista Holiday Experience
From Nov. 11 to 22 at Raffles City, things will be taken up a notch with The Bearista Holiday Experience, a full-fledged Starbucks pop-up that will then make its way to Bugis+ from Nov. 25 to Dec. 6.
Hoping to meet all five Bearistas under one roof? At the pop-up, you can do all of that and more – from beautifully curated photo walls to cosy marshmallow-themed décor and plenty of festive moments to discover.
Get up and close with Star, Jam, Brewster, Snowmallow and Dasha, and strike a pose with them at the adorable-yet-festive photo spots.
There will even be a feature wall built from Starbucks’ iconic festive red and white cups, each bearing real stories shared by customers about their favourite Starbucks moments.
Created in celebration of Starbucks’ 30th anniversary, the installation is a tribute to years of shared moments, meaningful connections and cherished memories for communities across Singapore.
Key in the reward code <BEARISTA> on the CapitaStar app to gain access to the Bearista Holiday Experience.
Apart from the Bearistas and photo spots, you can discover Starbucks’ first Create-Your-Own Cold Foam Beverage Bar in Singapore, where you can customize your drinks with exclusive cold foam flavours like Hojicha, Matcha, and Strawberry.
If you’re like me and enjoy a local twist in your coffee, you’ll also love the Kaya Toast Cold Foam served with Buttery Croutons, available exclusively at the Raffles City pop-up from Nov. 11 to 22.
Or for a more traditionally festive mood, try the Chocolate Chip Cookie: Cookie Dough Cold Foam topped with Dark Chocolate Shavings, which will be available only at the Experience at Bugis+ from Nov. 25 to Dec. 6.
Discover the magic of coffee
There’s plenty for curious minds too, with Coffee Discovery Stations at Raffles City and Bugis+ offering a closer look at all things coffee.
At Raffles City, the Starbucks Roast Spectrum lets you discover how different roast profiles shape flavour, aroma, and character.
Here, you can enjoy a guided tasting of the seasonal Starbucks Christmas Blend Blonde roast and Dark Roast alongside Starbucks Colombia, paired with a lemon loaf, cookie and cheesecake to highlight each coffee’s unique flavour notes and how the roast changes the coffee experience.
And if tantalising the nose and tastebuds wasn’t enough, visitors get to make their own coffee scrub using repurposed spent coffee grounds.
Meanwhile, at Bugis+, The Art of Aroma – A Coffee Journey Across Origins takes visitors on an interactive exploration of the distinctive flavours and aromas of coffees from Latin America, Africa and Indonesia through an interactive coffee exploration experience.
The Coffee Workshop at Bugis+ also brings geography to the table, where you can compare different aromas from beans across Latin America, Africa and Indonesia, and discover the distinctive flavours characteristic of each region.
As an added bonus, you’ll get to upcycle a used Starbucks paper bag into your very own wallet.
Bearista’s Little Wardrobe
Try your hand at the Bearista’s Little Wardrobe and Dress-a-Bearista in a style that’s uniquely yours, exclusive to The Bearista Holiday Experience. You can start off with the Gingerbread Bearista, then personalise it with an additional outfit that best reflects your style.
You will also be able to bring home an exclusive little piece of the festive joy with a specially curated collection of seasonal favourites, and limited-edition collectibles.
And for the quiz lovers, there’s even a Bearista personality quiz where you can discover which Bearista shares your unique charm and your go-to Starbucks drink!
Score limited-edition Bearista stickers from now till Dec. 6, while stocks last.
Starbucks Rewards Members can also enjoy 10 per cent off Starbucks merchandise with a minimum spend of S$80 at The Bearista Holiday Experience at Raffles City Singapore and Bugis+.
Every merchandise transaction also nets you a buy-one-get-one-free Venti beverage voucher valid at nine participating Starbucks stores in CapitaLand malls, and every S$100 spent wins you an event-exclusive Bearista pin set while stocks last.
Something for everyone
The celebrations don’t just end there.
You can also look forward to the CapitaLand Malls Exclusive StarbucksIced Hazelnut Bianco Latte, available at participating CapitaLand malls from Nov. 11 to Dec. 31.
Available in a grande size (for S$8.60), it brings together a smooth blend of hazelnut, milk, white chocolate, and espresso for the ultimate holiday kick.
At participating CapitaLand malls, shoppers can also enjoy up to an eCapitaVoucher of up to S$25 with a minimum spend on weekdays from Nov. 11 to Dec. 24.
Through The Bearista Holiday Experience, shoppers can collect Starbucks Bearista Stamps to fill their festive progress bar by completing a series of activities on the CapitaStar app.
Those who complete the stamp collection with 30 Starbucks Bearista stamps will stand a chance to win prizes of up to 100,000 STAR$ and exclusive Starbucks merchandise.
There’s even more in store at various CapitaLand malls islandwide, featuring special holiday events and activations over the next few months.
Whether you’re a dedicated coffee lover, a CapitaStar rewards collector, or just looking to enjoy the holidays, this holiday season is looking to be beary delightful.
This branded article by CapitaLand made this writer want to get all caffeinated with his favourite Starbucks cuppa.
Cover photo courtesy of CapitaLand
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