Guo Pei: Chinese Art and Couture
Remember The First Monday in May? Okay fine, Rihanna's iconic yellow gown for Met Gala 2015? See the dramatic, sculptural masterpieces of China's forefront couturière Guo Pei before your very eyes. It may just be the best way to enjoy imperial art and mythology through the elaborate embroidery of culture.
Guo Pei: Chinese Art and Couture happens 15 June to 15 September at the Asian Civilisations Museum.
Summerfest at SPRMKT
Father's Day calls for a tribute day out, so why not spend it at a dedicated farmer's market, between family-friendly activities, and catching the Beyond Meat cooking demonstration? All with the wafts of fresh bakery, lemonade and cold brew coffee.
Summerfest at SPRMKT happens until 16 June at SPRMRKT at Cluny Court.
Habouji Presents Juicy
A "hummus infused partnership" for "re-injecting sporadic doses into the local stratosphere" is pretty much what Juicy is about. That and a sliced watermelon, stuffed with tahina, chickpeas, lemon, a pinch of salt, pepper, cumin, and chilli flakes. Curious? The pseudo hush hush event is by invite only (psst: click the link above).
Habouji Presents Juicy happens 14 June, from 10 pm at [redacted].
Pasar Pink!
Sunday Social Market and Pink Fest are bringing a celebration of all. With over 20 vendors, bites from Drunken Farmer, The Butcher's Wife, Bochince and DING DONG, and solid music by Blackout Agency, it's your regular Sunday Funday, but just a dash more fabulous.
Pasar Pink! happens 16 June, 12 – 10 pm at Open Farm Community.
Hendrick's Cucumber Day
You know this; no cash, no cards, just good ol' cucumbers. Back bigger and better with 42 bars islandwide, your humble fruit/vegetable is valid legal tender for a delectable Hendrick’s & Tonic during ‘Cucumber Hour’. Redemptions are limited to 60 per bar and one per customer.
Hendrick's Cucumber Day happens 14 June, 7 – 10 pm across participating bars.
World Meat Series
The people who brought us Sake Kasu Dry Aged Beef and Australian Charolais Angus Beef are back with Brandt Beef this time. Enjoy sustainably-raised, top-ranking red meat like the Salt Brick Grilled Bone in Ribeye, complemented with unique house sauces, amongst the four exclusive dishes available this period.
World Meat Series happens until 30 June at Bedrock Bar & Grill.
Jason Lim: Topographies
As one of Singapore’s most celebrated ceramicists and performance artists, Lim sought to showcase natural materials found along Kjerringøy’s unique coastal-alpine landscape with clever use of his body as a prop. This reinterprets and reassigns new meanings to them, attempting to provoke its audience into examining their own views of life, mortality and nature.
Jason Lim: Topographies happens until 11 July at Telok Ayer Arts Club.
The Bicentennial Experience
In case you somehow forgot the significant milestone this year marks, here's an immersive, multi-sensory journey back to 1299. Take an indoor foray in Time Traveller, an outdoor exploration in Pathfinder, or just enjoy the short films in Echoes.
The Bicentennial Experience happens until 15 September at Fort Canning Centre.
Floating Utopias
In honour of the first hot air balloon that lifted into the sky three centuries ago, the poetic and playful exhibition explores the world in the clouds through 40 artworks of inflatable objects in social history.
Floating Utopias happens until 29 September at ArtScience Museum.
PAST EVENTS:
Ultra Singapore
Axwell, Martin Garrix, Skrillex, bright lights, fireworks, sick beats and dope drops. Get your tickets here.
Ultra Singapore happens 8 – 9 June at Marina Bay Sands.
Ice Cream Sundays x Mugic: Haw Par Thrilla
You know Ice Cream Sundays, you know Haw Par Villa, but how does a mash up sound? Together with Mugic, get ready for a bizzare party with good food, music, a trippy dance floor and of course, another social mural to be a part of.
Ice Cream Sundays x Mugic: Haw Par Thrilla happens 8 June, 3 – 10:30 pm at Haw Par Villa.
The Phantom of the Opera
We could go on about Andrew Lloyd Webber’s most successful musical in entertainment history that has played over 150 cities, won 70 major theatre awards, and features a 37 strong international cast joined by a full 11-piece live orchestra, but you already know all that, don't you?
The Phantom of the Opera happens until 8 June at Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands.
Time, A Hermès Object
More than just fleeting moments, time includes emotions and signifies the fragments of life. Control and approach it in a child-like manner to discover the essence of horology using Arceau L'heure de la lune, Galop d'Hermès, Carré H and Cape Cod in this temporal space.
Time, A Hermés Object exhibition happens until 2 June at Ngee Ann City Atrium, Level 1.
#InYaFace
What happens when you encounter something that's blatantly aggressive or provocative and impossible to ignore or avoid? Featuring works by emerging and established pop and street artists that include Banksy, Mojoko, and Whatshisname, this exhibition will make you wonder if Mickey is playing Russian Roulette or just shooting blanks for fun.
#InYaFace happens until 1 June at Tanglin Shopping Centre #02-41.
Flipside
Esplanade's imaginative performance festival is back with art and sound installations by local and international artists. From circus arts to interactive smartphone orchestra, experience a different side of life on the flipside.
Flipside 2019 happens until 2 June across various locations.
Maduro Opening Weekend
New lounge and bar fashioned after Mr. P's musical past and present will feature two live music nights, each with Singapore’s top jazz serenaders performing with their musician counterparts. For its debut, expect sultry covers of popular favourites from Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Diana Krall.
Maduro Opening Weekend happens 24 – 26 May at 40C Harding Road Singapore 249548.
ONE: Enter the Dragon
The 16-bout mega card will see Lightweight World Champion Shinya Aoki defending his title against Singapore's Christian Lee as the main event, a highly anticipated match between two Dutch legends, and the ONE debut of ex-UFC Sage Northcutt amongst other highlights.
ONE: Enter the Dragon happens 17 May, from 5 pm at National Indoor Stadium.
Singapore Cocktail Festival
Now that we know who placed on Asia's 50 Best Bars and the official Gin Partner, let the annual cocktail celebration begin. Get the best out of the festival here.
Singapore Cocktail Festival happens until 18 May across various locations.
European Union Film Festival
Change up your cinematic palate from the usual mainstream blockbusters with the best of contemporary European films, from historical dramas and biopics, thrillers to documentaries. Featuring 27 titles, you are definitely spoiled for choice.
European Union Film Festival happens until 19 May at National Gallery.
LuLu Second Anniversary
Whatever LuLu does, she does it big. You want a Monaco, James Bond-themed night? You get a giant-sized dice, playing cards, and many more surprises for the glamorous casino-style black carpet affair, which will see separate sets of international entertainment from jazz to burlesque each night.
LuLu Does Monte Carlo happens 10 – 12 May at LuLu's Lounge.
Peroni Sunset Cinema
No better way to experience summer evening than at an outdoor cinema. With 14 films to pick from (or less, now that the award-winning titles have been fully booked), enjoy live music as the sun dips before settling into you deck chair under the stars.
Peroni Sunset Cinema happens until 15 May, from 5pm at Tanjong Beach.
Wine and Whisky Week
The seventh edition of all alcoholics' favourite event is back with more than 500 labels, with over 100 of them available for complimentary tasting daily. Experience the interactive and instaworthy Aroma Wall to find the palate for you, or take home the entire set of Game of Thrones Scotch whiskies. Why not both?
Wine and Whisky Week happens until 12 May, 11 am – 10 pm at Suntec City East Atrium.
Haru Matsuri
Beef lovers rejoice. No really, drop everything and rejoice. Award-winning Japanese steakhouse Fat Cow has granted your wishes and released a limited spread on the Nagasaki Wagyu in Omakase-style for the very first time. In a variety of techniques from charcoal-grilling to steaming, experience beef like never before.
Haru Matsuri seasonal menu is available until 12 May at Fat Cow.
‘Til the End of the World, We'll Meet in No Man’s Land
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What's a binaural anti-musical, you ask? You'll just have to go and see hear. Conceived, written and performed by Inch Chua on her recent expedition to Antartica, it's a journey to the seventh continent of the world that questions and challenges life beyond the subzero desert. ‘
Til the End of the World, We'll Meet in No Man’s Land happens until 4 May at 72-13, TheatreWorks.
FitnessFest
Jump in on the 12 hour FitnessConcert of mass workouts led by fitness celebrities and professionals, or enter the 10 Arenas to have a go at everything from Aerial, Bouldering, Boxing, Calisthenics, CrossFit, to Spin, Yoga, Pilates—you name it, they have it.
FitnessFest happens 27 April at B2 Expo Halls, Marina Bay Sands.
Shilin Night Market
You know what to expect when this two weekend pop-up is named after Taiwan's famous district—over 300 food, beverage and retail products native to the country. Complete with lantern installations, KTV booths and live music performances, the night market experience can't get any more authentic.
Shilin Night Market happens 19 – 21 and 26 – 28 April, 3 – 11 pm at The Grounds @ Kranji.
Public Garden
The consumer tradeshow that needs no introduction is back this weekend. Bringing back specially invited overseas and regional designers, it's otherwise the best way to discover new brands and get your hands on items unique to you.
Public Garden happens 27 – 28 April, 1 – 7 pm at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre.
Marquee Singapore Grand Opening
It might just be an understatement to say that the new nightlife destination is going over the top for its launch. Spend the first night with none other than Tiësto, followed by a second night with Afrojack accompanied by the no longer hush-hush special guest, A$AP Rocky. As the saying goes, go big or go home.
Marquee Singapore Grand Opening happens 12 – 13 April at 2 Bayfront Avenue #B1-67, Singapore 018956.
Singapore Yacht Show
The ninth edition of this globally-recognised on-water exhibition gives all nautical lifestyle seekers an unrivalled opportunity to discover some of the world's finest superyachts and boating brands in an elite and highly social setting. If that's too much of a mouthful, just think—#ballin'.
Singapore Yacht Show happens until 14 April at ONE ̊15 Marina Sentosa Cove.
Pet Expo
Pet owners, be delighted to know there's a one stop shop of pet products and services this weekend. Catch educational talks, performances and best of all, partake in engaging pet-focused competitions. Pet lovers are not left out. Start your journey at the adoption drives by pet welfare organisations.
Pet Expo happens 12 – 14 April, 11 am – 8 pm at Singapore Expo Hall 7.
Earth Hour
The Earth is dying, #staywoke. In this zero waste festival, experience how reusability isn't just recycling plastics, but a fun introduction into a sustainable lifestyle. Grab an Impossible Burger by Bread Street Kitchen, enter Nature's Maze, or catch performances by musical guests ushering the countdown to lights out. Fun fact: the event infrastructure is made of locally recycled materials, which will then be upcycled into furniture after the event concludes.
Earth Hour 2019 happens 29 – 31 March at Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza.
Gif Fest
Ever wondered what 150 gifs on giant LEDs, vertical and floor screens look like? Now you'll finally get your curiosity sated. Along with touch interactive installations, magic mirrors, AR face transformations, and a GIF cinema, you can also catch VJ music performances or just chill out with a beer on the bean bags. View the programme lineup here.
Gif Fest happens until 1 April, 12 – 10 pm at Gillman Barracks.
Spartan Obstacle Pop-up
You can also put your fitness to the test at the signature SPARTAN obstacle courses in the heartlands. Learn exclusive tips from dedicated SPARTAN coaches at the adult race and clock in practice for game day itself. Drop in at SGD10 or get unlimited access at SGD60.
Spartan Obstacle Pop-up happens until 31 March at AMK Hub.
Sunday Social Market
Succinctly put, the Music, Makan and Market is everyone's ideal wholesome, weekend hangout. The passion project of DJ Zig Zach and Jade Amar is exactly as you picture it—House music, specialty crafts and bakes, unique interior decor and fashion merchandise, and of course, hearty roasts from the club itself.
Sunday Social Market happens 24 March, 12 – 10 pm at Camp Kilo Charcoal Club.
Prudential Marina Bay Carnival
This long-running, large-scale event is back. Lighting up the heart of bayfront, the carnival boasts new rides to an already extensive list. Plus, with exciting programs lined up every month like crazy food challenges and more, we're sure the thrills would be worth wait…
Prudential Marina Bay Carnival happens until 24 March, 4 – 11 pm at Bayfront Event Space.
St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival
Ah Pat or ex-Pat, all are welcome to celebrate this big green event. Play street games, enjoy vespa tours, belt out at pop-up KTVs and drink all the Guinness! Of course, the Patricks and Patricias get special perks, but all are able to get vouchers just by signing up. Can't wait? Join the pre-party going on today from 6 pm at Far East Square and China Square.
Guinness St. Patrick’s Event happens 15 – 17 March, from 5 pm Friday and 12 – 10 pm weekend at Circular road.
Singapore Design Week
Design is a more integral part of our lives than we realise. With over a hundred activities and interactive installations to choose from, learn how to harness design for your business, community and future. Read our listing of programme highlights.
Singapore Design Week happens until 17 March at National Design Centre.
Superbrunch Singapore Monopoly Game Edition
Everybody loves Monopoly right? The family-friendly game that either makes or breaks ties. Now the stakes are raised with brunch on the line. Pass customised tokens and game board squares all while savouring an extravagant Champagne brunch. Prices start from SGD298, every reservation of four will receive The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore Monopoly bespoke game.
Superbrunch Singapore Monopoly Game Edition happens 17 March, 12 – 3.30 pm at The Ritz Carlton.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Called by The Daily Telegraph as "the finest big band in the world today" and helmed by nine-time Grammy-winner Wynton Marsalis (also the first-ever jazz artist to receive the Pulitzer Prize), this is two nights of impeccable jazz not to be missed. Jazz Jams and a masterclass are also available on the days itself and the morning after respectively.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra happens 8 and 9 March, 7.30 pm at Esplanade Theatres.
Garden Beats
The region's first and only carbon-neutral music festival in a park is back for its fifth edition. Now at Fort Green to accommodate a larger audience, look out for The Kooks, Alina Baraz and Black Coffee in the line up. Besides Conscious Circle talks and eco-workshops, party on into the festival's Midnight Rave at CÉ LA VI.
Garden Beats 2019 happens 9 March, from 1 pm at Fort Canning.
The Feather Blade pop-up
You know it's a good time to be alive when you can have free steaks on a Saturday. No typo there—free steaks for all. The pop-up steakhouse begins its eight weekend foray by launching this weekend and blessing us all with complimentary shoulder cut also known as the Flat Iron. What a time to have beef with everyone.
The Feather Blade pop-up happens 2 March, from 5.30 pm at Zui Hong Lou.
Michelin Guide Street Food Festival
Attention all Singaporeans: your one pass to indulge your foodie impulses is here. Enjoy a curated, riveting repertoire of multi-cultural food from famous Hawker establishments like the legendary Tai Was Pork Noodle to the kitchen of Michelin-starred restaurants like Burnt Ends all under one roof.
Michelin Guide Street Food Festival happens 22 – 24 February, 5 pm at the Coliseum, Resorts World Sentosa.
Singapore Mental Health Film Festival
We go to extremes for our physical health, but why not our mental health? Through a series of films, workshops and panel discussions, there's no more shying around the stigma of this taboo topic. Read our listing of festival films or tips from our team for greater mental health.
Singapore Mental Health Film Festival happens until 24 February at The Projector.
11 Ends: A Singles Afterparty
Dawn Ng’s sold out run of 11 – A Performance Piece reaches its end on Valentine’s Day, get your last shot at the ‘confession booths’ as Mr. Has spins joyful ‘70s tunes. Of course, complete your night with #ArtsClubSpecials Chi11i Crab Sliders and Penici11in.
11 Ends: A Singles Afterparty happens on 14 February from 9.30 pm at Telok Ayer Arts Club.
River Hong Bao
If you want good pasta, you go to Italy. Likewise, if you want to feel the full force of Chinese New Year, you go to River Hong Bao. Here's an overview of the scope: 11 giant lantern structures, a life-size junk boat exhibition, its own family-friendly carnival and competitions you can freely participate in. And the fireworks. My god the fireworks.
River Hong Bao 2019 happens 3 – 10 February, 2 – 11 pm at The Float @ Marina Bay.
High on Highballs!
If you've cultivated a taste for flavoured Jim Beam Highballs from their pop-up event last year, you'll be glad to know that you can get them at just $8 this Saturday—or completely free if you RSVP. Once again, you can get more free runs by trying your hand at the Jim Beam game booth.
High on Highballs! happens 26 January, 8.30 – 11.30 pm at Hej Collective.
Virtually Versailles
Good news for those who want to head to France this holiday but didn't quite finish your last minute planning. Explore the country from the 17th century and beyond entirely through the digital realm. Relive the finest in French art, culture and history in an interactive, and needless to say, beautiful exhibition.
Virtually Versailles happens until 6 January at ION Art Gallery.
