(Singapore, 14th) – The internationally renowned 'Plush Flower Market' landed in Singapore last Wednesday (10th), quickly sparking a buying frenzy. Yesterday (13th), the organizers announced via social media that in order to ensure a safe and comfortable experience for visitors, on-site queuing for entry would not be allowed over the weekend. This arrangement immediately triggered heated discussions among netizens, with many criticizing the organizers for the last-minute notice, leaving those who planned to visit unprepared.
Marina Bay Gardens IMBA Art Museum posted on Instagram yesterday morning to thank the public for their enthusiastic support of the 'Plush Flower Market,' and announced that entry over the weekend would only be open to visitors who had completed reservation registration.
The organizers stated: "To ensure all visitors have a safe and comfortable experience, entry on the 13th and 14th will be limited to visitors with confirmed reservations."
In addition, the organizers also announced yesterday that the 'Plush Flower Market' would be extended by one day, ending tomorrow (15th). The public can book entry slots online.
Currently, comments on the relevant post have been disabled. However, many netizens have left comments under other posts by the organizer, expressing dissatisfaction and disappointment with this last-minute change.
Some netizens questioned why, since the event was extended to Monday (15th), more walk-in slots were not allocated to weekend visitors, given that Monday is a workday and most people find it difficult to visit then.
Other netizens pointed out that the announcement about no on-site queuing for weekend entry came too late, and reservation slots were already fully booked, causing those who originally planned to visit during the weekend to miss out.
Others revealed that they arrived at the venue early, only to learn from staff on site that on-site entries were no longer accepted, and the relevant announcement was made only after the event started, criticizing the organizers for poor communication.
Some netizens mentioned that they made a special trip to the venue but were told that the "reservation-only entry" rule would now be strictly enforced, believing that the organizers should have announced this arrangement in advance to avoid wasted trips and time.
An IMBA Art Museum spokesperson, in response to inquiries, stated that the ‘Plush Flower Market’ has received an enthusiastic response since opening, with visitor numbers exceeding expectations.
IMBA pointed out that in order to allow more members of the public to visit, and to ensure safety and a pleasant experience, the organizers had gradually opened additional reservation slots and implemented crowd control measures over the past few days. When visitor numbers reach the maximum venue capacity, similar measures will be implemented as needed.
"We understand that some visitors are disappointed by not being able to attend during the weekend, and we thank them for their patience and understanding. We are very grateful for the enthusiastic support from both local and overseas visitors to the ‘Plush Flower Market.’ Their participation is encouraging."
The organizers also called on visitors to respect other guests and staff on site, and to adhere to venue regulations and instructions.
IMBA stated they will continue to implement appropriate crowd control measures to ensure all visitors have a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience.
The organizers stated: "To ensure all visitors have a safe and comfortable experience, entry on the 13th and 14th will be limited to visitors with confirmed reservations."
In addition, the organizers also announced yesterday that the 'Plush Flower Market' would be extended by one day, ending tomorrow (15th). The public can book entry slots online.
Currently, comments on the relevant post have been disabled. However, many netizens have left comments under other posts by the organizer, expressing dissatisfaction and disappointment with this last-minute change.
Some netizens questioned why, since the event was extended to Monday (15th), more walk-in slots were not allocated to weekend visitors, given that Monday is a workday and most people find it difficult to visit then.
Other netizens pointed out that the announcement about no on-site queuing for weekend entry came too late, and reservation slots were already fully booked, causing those who originally planned to visit during the weekend to miss out.
Others revealed that they arrived at the venue early, only to learn from staff on site that on-site entries were no longer accepted, and the relevant announcement was made only after the event started, criticizing the organizers for poor communication.
Some netizens mentioned that they made a special trip to the venue but were told that the "reservation-only entry" rule would now be strictly enforced, believing that the organizers should have announced this arrangement in advance to avoid wasted trips and time.
An IMBA Art Museum spokesperson, in response to inquiries, stated that the ‘Plush Flower Market’ has received an enthusiastic response since opening, with visitor numbers exceeding expectations.
IMBA pointed out that in order to allow more members of the public to visit, and to ensure safety and a pleasant experience, the organizers had gradually opened additional reservation slots and implemented crowd control measures over the past few days. When visitor numbers reach the maximum venue capacity, similar measures will be implemented as needed.
"We understand that some visitors are disappointed by not being able to attend during the weekend, and we thank them for their patience and understanding. We are very grateful for the enthusiastic support from both local and overseas visitors to the ‘Plush Flower Market.’ Their participation is encouraging."
The organizers also called on visitors to respect other guests and staff on site, and to adhere to venue regulations and instructions.
IMBA stated they will continue to implement appropriate crowd control measures to ensure all visitors have a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience.