Best Johor Bahru CNY bazaars to buy goodies
As certified Singaporeans, we love crossing the Causeway to makan and shop, especially when Chinese New Year rolls around. And if you’re in Johor Bahru to stock up on goodies for bai nian visits or to prep for reunion dinner, skip the random supermarket runs. We’ve rounded up the seven best JB CNY bazaars where you can find snacks, hampers, and festive treats all in one stop.
The current exchange rate is RM1 = ~S$0.313 as of 26 January 2026.
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1. Sutera Mall
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Sutera Mall is probably the best one-stop shop for your Chinese New Year prep, with over 100 booths at their CNY fair selling everything from snacks to festive gifts. Snack lovers can look out for goodies like Spicy Shrimp Rolls and Salted Egg Fish Skin, going at 2 bottles for RM30. It’s honestly a steal for your bai nian stash.
You’ll also be rewarded for spending more: spend RM788 to redeem a foldable travel bag and limited-edition red packets, or RM1,188 to score premium abalone and red packets, while stocks last.
The fair runs from 16 January to 16 February 2026, 10:30am to 10:30pm daily.
Address: L1-046, Sutera Mall, 1, Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/4, Taman Sutera Utama, 81300 Skudai, Johor, Malaysia
2. Johor Jaya CNY Bazaar
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Another crowd favourite Singaporeans keep coming back to every year is Johor Jaya CNY Bazaar, often dubbed the “most happening CNY bazaar in JB”. Running from 23 January to 16 February, this bazaar opens from 6am all the way till 12 midnight, making it perfect for night owls who want to shop late and drive back after the jams die down.
Located near Johor Jaya Night Market Food Street, this bazaar goes beyond just snacks. Besides classic CNY goodies, you’ll also find fresh fruits, durians, and other produce. It’s a good market to go to if you want to stock up on fruits for your guests before heading home.
Address: Jalan Dedap 14, Taman Johor Jaya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
3. AEON Mall Tebrau City
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If your bai nian plans include gifting hampers, AEON Mall Tebrau City should be at the top of your list. This year’s CNY bazaar stretches across the entire ground floor, from the food hall to the AEON supermarket, with dozens of pop-up stalls offering festive treats, snacks, and an impressive selection of hampers.
There are over 10 stalls dedicated to hamper displays, featuring a wide range of well-known Malaysian brands. According to shoppers, it’s “hamper paradise”—many booths even offer delivery to Singapore, making your gifting game much easier.
Look out for Hock Kee, known for coffee and cookies in charming, gift-ready packaging, and Tianje, which sells modern bakes like Houjicha Sablé Nantais and Peanut Cereal Cookies. You can also catch lion dance performances and mascot appearances, including the crowd-favourite Da Shen mascot, to round out the festive atmosphere.
Address: 1, Jalan Desa Tebrau, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
4. City Square Mall
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To get your CNY snack haul sorted without trekking all over JB, the CNY bazaar at City Square Mall is another great place to start. Located right at the Level 1 Atrium, it’s packed with festive staples—from Nyonya Pineapple Flower (RM29.90) to Kuih Bangkit Cookies (RM30.80)—so you can stock up before heading back to Singapore.
Look out for deals too, like the bundle offer from Yong Sheng, a Singaporean-Malaysian bakery.
You can buy 3 tins of premium CNY cookies for RM99.80. The bazaar runs till 15 February 2026.
Address: Ibrahim International Business District, 106-108, Jalan Wong Ah Fook, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80888 IIBD, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
5. Majestic Tang Dynasty Market
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For something a little different this Chinese New Year, head over to the Majestic Tang Dynasty Market at Sunway Majestic Sales Gallery. Happening for just three days from 30 January to 1 February 2026, this unique bazaar blends shopping with culture. While shopping, you’ll get to enjoy thundering lion dance performances, traditional Hanfu dress-up opportunities, and Tang Dynasty-inspired décor for the ultimate throwback experience.
The full vendor list is still being confirmed, but past editions by The Rows Market have featured crowd-pleasers like Bakey Bakey and Bagan Store, so expect a great lineup of food and festive goodies. The market runs from 4pm to 11pm daily, great for an after-dinner wander with friends or family.
Address: Jalan Yahya Awal, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
6. Paradigm Mall
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Closer to Chinese New Year, Paradigm Mall is worth a visit. Especially for folks who love a bit of nostalgia. The mall gets decked out with giant lantern installations, zodiac displays, and decorative arches from late January, which gives you all the feels while you get your CNY shopping done.
Make a pit stop at Childhood on Level GF, where you’ll find old-school treats in biscuit tins and loose snacks sold by the gram. Don’t miss the Biscuit Mafa (from RM6/100g)—great for sharing or gifting during bai nian rounds. For extra convenience, free shuttle buses will depart from multiple locations across Singapore on 31 Jan and 7 Feb, including Tampines MRT, One Punggol, Choa Chu Kang MRT, and even Yishun MRT, so you can just be a passenger princess and skip the traffic jams stress-free.
Address: K013, Paradigm Mall, Skudai Hwy, Taman Bukit Mewah, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
7. KSL City
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If you’re already planning a shopping run, the KSL City CNY bazaar makes for a convenient pit stop. While the mall’s Lunar New Year setup leans more towards retail, you’ll spot pop-up stalls on the ground floor selling CNY food goodies—think snacks and treats you can grab without going out of your way.
The selection here is smaller compared to standalone bazaars, but that’s part of the appeal. It’s ideal if you’re already at KSL and just want to pick up some quick CNY essentials before heading off. And if shopping works up an appetite, don’t forget to check out our KSL City food guide for nearby makan spots to refuel after.
Address: LG 64, 33, Jalan Seladang, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Where to find CNY bazaars in JB
We know Chinese New Year can get pricey. Especially with all the angbaos, reunion dinners, and snacks to stock up on. If you’re hopping across the Causeway, you might as well stretch your dollar and score the best bang for your buck when it comes to CNY goodies.
For those shopping in Singapore, we’ve got you covered with our list of best CNY goodies in 2026 too.
10 Best CNY Goodies To Buy In 2026, From Ondeh Pineapple Tarts To Laksa Cookies
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