NDP 2020 Simplified: What Can You Expect For This Year's National Day Parade 2020?

With COVID-19 restrictions in place, we will see National Day Parade 2020 and Singapore's 55th Birthday brought to homes via live TV, online channels, and live chat interaction, split into 3 parts throughout the day:

The Strength of Our Nation - Morning
Active Particiation by Singaporeans - Afternoon
The Evening Show - Evening

NDP 2020 Theme Song:

The Strength of Our Nation - Morning

Parade @Padang
Singing of the Singapore National Anthem
State Flag Flypast by Airforce's Chinook and 2 Apache helicopters across the Padang to various heartland locations
Airforce's F-15SG Eagles "Roar of Unity" fly-past tribute
Sail-past @Marina Bay comprising of the Navy, Police Coast Guard, SCDF and Maritime and Port Authority
Mobile column consisting of SAF & Home Team will drive past schools and hospitals
Red Lions to land at Jurong East and Sengkang

Active Participation by Singaporeans - Afternoon

NDP 2020 Home engagement activities that can be participated from home:

Pledge activities
Workout activities with ActiveSG
"Wave Your Flag"
COVID-19 Frontline Fighters Recognition
Pledge and Anthem Moment Virtual Choir
Art & Craft
NDP e-Cook Book & Cooking activity
Light up moment

More details coming soon.

The Evening Show - Evening

Evening celebratory show @The Star Performing Arts Centre featuring local celebrities
NDP Virtual Choir
Heartland Fireworks (12 sites): Waterfront Promenade @Esplanade, Merlion Park, Helix Bridge, Boat Quay, Victoria Theater, Bay East Garden, Funan Mall, Whompoa Dew, 334 Kreta Ayer Road, 18A Holland Drive, 101 Jurong East St 13, Teck Ghee Parkview, 123 Marsling Rise (Source: The Smart Local)
Pledge Moment 2020:

1. National Pledge recitation at 9 Aug, 20:20.

2. Nominate 5 people who will stand together with you.

3. Listen for public warning system siren to stand and pledge together.

4. Upload photo or video of your Pledge Moment and hashtag #PledgeMoment2020

Source: CNA

Qn: What About My NDP Fun Pack?

This year's Singapore Together Pack is printed with 1 of 20 different designs by aspiring artists with disabilities and Primary 5 students.
More on stories behind these inspiring artists and their artwork here: Book of Stories - “Our Heart for Singapore”.
Each household is entitled to one Singapore Together Pack.
Collect your pack at Community Centres/Clubs (CC) from 20 July - 2 August 2020 (except Public Holidays), between 10am to 6pm daily.
Remember to bring along your NRIC at the collection counter for verification.
Find out where to collect yours: https://sgtogetherpack.gowhere.gov.sg/
Re-Collection points for return of reusable pack items available after 9 Aug.

Qn: Where Are The Road Closures on 9 August?

For official information, visit https://www.ndp.gov.sg/

NDP 2020 Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/NDPeeps/

Sources:

NDP 2020 Website: https://www.ndp.gov.sg/

Straits Times: https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/ndp-2020-focus-on-celebrating-at-home-many-segments-moved-to-the-heartlands-and-smaller

Channel News Asia: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/ndp-2020-singapore-together-fun-packs-collection-start-jul-20-12943674

NDP Traffic Advisory: https://www.ndp.gov.sg/files/padangtraffic2.jpg

The Smart Local - 13 Best Free Places To Catch NDP Fireworks in 2020, including heartland Spots & Viewing Tips: https://thesmartlocal.com/read/ndp-2020-fireworks/