1. Light to Night 2025
@visit_singapore Light to Night Festival – yes, we 👀 you. @National Gallery Singapore With over 70 artworks and programmes at Singapore’s most Instagrammable night festival, this is THE place to see and be seen. ✨ 📍 Civic District 📆 17 Jan to 6 Feb 🎟 Admission is free* (selected programmes may require tickets) #VisitSingapore #Singapore #SGArtWeek #SAW2025 #ArtTakesOver #OurSGArts
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The biggest light-up event of the year is back for another edition at the Civic District, with even more installations and events to look forward to. There’s more than 70 attractions this time around across locations like The Arts House, Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall, The Esplanade and more.
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This year’s theme is ‘Do You See Me?’. and some highlights from the art installations include glow-in-the-dark “friendship bracelets” station, interactive laser “grass cutters”, iridescent pagoda structure, giant colourful and glowing fern displats and more.
Light to Night 2025
Dates: Now till 6th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Civic District (various locations)
Opening Hours: 6pm-12am daily
2. ARTBOX EVERYDAY 2025
@shout.sg ARTBOX 2025 is back: there’s over 300 booths, including over 90 F&B stalls with food items starting from as low as just $2! Shop brands from Korea, Thailand, Hong Kong & more; plus enjoy free photobooths, gifts & games too! 🤩 ARTBOX EVERYDAY 2025 Dates: 17th-19th & 24th-26th January 2025 Address: Singapore Expo, Hall 4 Opening Hours: 12pm-11pm
ARTBOX 2025 is back this year with over 300 booths, including over 90 F&B stalls with food items starting from as low as just $2! Shop brands from Korea, Thailand, Hong Kong & more; plus enjoy free photobooths, gifts & games too.
Some of the highlights to look out for include the likes of sushi tacos, 2-in-1 ramen and drink cups, giant grilled chicken skewers, fruit-stuffed soufflé pancakes, loaded jacket potatoes, grilled beef cubes and plenty more.
ARTBOX EVERYDAY 2025
Dates: Now till 19th & 24th-26th January 2025
Admission: From $7 per person
Address: Singapore Expo, Hall 4
Opening Hours: 12pm-11pm
3. Culture Cartel 2025
@shout.sg The popular street culture event, Culture Cartel is back! There’s over 250 trendy brands to explore: from limited-edition sneakers, rare art toys, supercars, fashion, collectibles and more. Culture Cartel date:17-19 January 2025 address: Singapore expo hall 5
One of Singapore’s biggest street culture events, Culture Cartel is back! There’s over 250 trendy brands to explore: from limited-edition sneakers, rare art toys, supercars, fashion, collectibles and much more.
Some limited-edition exhibitions on display include Hello Kitty collectible items, rare G-Shock watches, Nike collab sneakers, McDonald’s x Astro Boy merchandise collection, Stüssy jacket collection, art installations made from sneakers and even supercars.
Culture Cartel 2025
Dates: Now till 19th January 2025
Admission: From $16 per person
Address: Singapore EXPO, Hall 5
Opening Hours: Friday, 2pm-10pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-10pm
4. Takashimaya Lunar New Year Fair
@takashimayasg The BIGGEST LNY celebration has begun!🏮✨ Shop over 70 brands of goodies in-store and online from now to Mon 27 Jan 2025! #LNYFestiveCelebration2025 #takashimayasg #foryou #lunarnewyear2025 #lny2025 #snacks #food #promotions #shopping #orchardroad #chinesenewyear #foodiesg #LNY #cny2025
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Takashimaya has arguably one of the best Chinese New Year food events in Singapore, and this year’s no different. There’s over 70 different brands boothing at the food fair, and you’ll find probably everything you’ll need for the festive season all under one roof.
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There’s lots of ready-to-eat food and samples to try before you buy, plus CNY snacks, cookies, tarts and all sorts of goodies. There’s also premium dried seafood items, traditional alcohol, noodles, sauces, tea sets, decorations and ornaments, and much more.
Takashimaya Lunar New Year Fair
Dates: Now till 27th January 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Takashimaya Square, B2
Opening Hours: 10am-9.30pm daily
5. Mandai Boardwalk
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For all you nature lovers, the newly-opened Mandai Boardwalk is the latest attraction you can visit. The boardwalk measures 3.3km in all, and you can hike past scenic spots like River Wonders, Singapore Zoo, Rainforest Wild Asia, Mandai Rainforest Resort, Tree Frog’s Hangout and more.
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There’s also 5 wildlife-themed spots and a lookout point with amazing views of the reservoir. You can also stop by the Demselfly’s Wing rest station if you need a break from all that trekking. There are 2 entrances to the boardwalk: near River Wonders and Mandai Wildlife East.
Mandai Boardwalk
Admission: Free
Address: Via River Wonders or Mandai Wildlife East
Opening Hours: 7am-7pm daily
6. Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule
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Singapore Flyer gets a fresh new Sonic-inspired look at one of their capsules for a limited time only! Say hello to the new Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule, a special limited-edition capsule outfitted with Sonic the Hedgehog-themed decor.
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Aside from the unique interior of the capsule, you’ll also be able to enjoy access to Sony PS5 console games, plus get one house-mixed Sonic-themed mocktail, Janice Wong chocolate and Sonic the Hedgehog 3 movie action figure for free.
Sonic X Shadow Generations Capsule
Dates: Now till 23rd March 2025
Admission: $79 per person
Address: 30 Raffles Ave., Singapore 039803
Opening Hours: 10am-10pm daily
7. Beauty and the Beast in Concert
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Disney fans are in for a treat: especially if your favourite princess (and prince) is Belle and the Beast! Beauty and the Beast is now in Concert in Singapore, for just one day only this weekend on 18th January 2025.
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Experience the classic’s timeless music performed live by an enchanting orchestra ensemble, coupled with the Voices of Singapore City Chorus. Tickets to the show start from $38 per person, and you can get them here.
Beauty and the Beast in Concert
Date: 18th January 2025
Admission: From $38 per person
Address: Esplanade Theatre
Opening Hours: 3pm & 8pm
8. Scarce City
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A play on the word, “scarcity”, is Scarce City, a new interactive and immersive exhibition at National Gallery Singapore. The unique exhibition explores and challenges our perceptions of success and scarcity, combining gaming and theatre elements.
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Highlights from the exhibition include a spectacular 3D-printed world made from over 4000 pieces of recycled plastic, an immersive theatre experience, light-based installations and more. Prices to the event start from $35 per person.
Scarce City
Dates: Now till 2nd February 2025
Admission: From $35 per person
Address: National Gallery Singapore
Opening Hours: 10am-7pm daily
9. LOST ARTS FOUND
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Held at *SCAPE is LOST ARTS FOUND, a new visual art exhibition aimed at rediscovering Singapore’s iconic trades that are fast disappearing or forgotten. Visitors will be able to step into a world long past, exploring nostalgic elements from some 50 years ago.
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Some highlights from the event include rattan weaving, traditional coffee making, Chinese opera, Peranakan beading, heritage crafts and more. Entrance to the event is free, but you; need to register your interest here.
LOST ARTS FOUND
Dates: Now till 26th January 2025
Admission: Free
Address: *SCAPE Level 5, #05-02
Opening Hours: Wednesday-Thursday, 1pm-7pm; Friday-Saturday, 3pm-10.30pm; Sunday, 1pm-7pm
10. Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival
@shout.sg Hello Kitty carnival rides in Singapore?! There’s a new Hello Kitty themed carnival at Changi Airport with themed amusement rides like swing carousel, bumper cars; plus claw machine games, gachapon machines and more! Hello Kitty carnival Changi Airport Terminal 3
♬ シカ色デイズ – 鹿乃子のこ (CV.潘めぐみ) & 虎視虎子 (CV.藤田 咲) & 虎視餡子 (CV.田辺留依) & 馬車芽めめ (CV.和泉風花)
If you’ve yet to visit the popular Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival at Changi Airport, now’s the time: you can now enjoy 50% off all rides, carnival games, activities, workshops, claw machines, gachapons and photobooths at the carnival!
The discount is applicable from now till the end of the carnival, with prices for each category as follows:
- Amusement rides at 4 or 6 medals (UP. 8 or 12 medals)
- Carnival games at 2-4 medals (UP. 3-6 medals)
- Regular claw machines at 1 medal (UP. 2 medals)
- Jumbo claw machines at 2 medals (UP. 3 medals)
- Gachapon machines at 6 or 8 medals (UP. 10 or 15 medals)
- Activities for up to 50% off, limited to 20/30 per day
- Photobooth at 4 medals (UP. 8 medals)
Hello Kitty and Friends Carnival
Dates: Now till 16th February 2025
Admission: Free
Address: Changi Airport T3, Level 1 (next to McDonald’s)
Opening Hours: 12pm-10pm daily
11. Louis Vuitton x Murakami Pop-Up
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This weekend is your last chance to catch the popular LV x Murakami experiential pop-up is finally here in Singapore, sporting a stunning facade of the iconic 3D Superflat flowers, a Murakami-themed café, cinema, retail store and repair station!
@shout.sg LOUIS VUITTON X MURAKAMI POP-UP IN SINGAPORE! The highly-anticipated LV x Murakami experiential pop-up is finally here, featuring a stunning facade of the iconic 3D Superflat flowers, a Murakami-themed café, cinema, retail store and repair station! Louis Vuitton x Murakami Pop-Up Date: 4th-19th January 2025 Address: 72 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427789
Enjoy a curated drink at the in-house café, served with specially designed LV x Murakami monogrammed cups, cup sleeves and napkins; plus a complimentary Murakami flower-shaped cookie too! You can also shop the collection, get repairs done for your items and even enjoy free film screenings at the cinema.
Louis Vuitton x Murakami Pop-Up
Date: Now till 19th January 2025
Address: 72 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427789
Opening Hours: Monday-Thursday, 12pm-8pm; Friday-Sunday, 11am-9.30pm
12. Crafted, by Hennessy
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Drink up this festive season as the Crafted, by Hennessy pop-up event makes its way to Singapore, with interactive installations and drinks, of course. The travelling exhibition lets you explore the Maison’s 300-year history through immersive installations and displays, exploring how Hennessy’s iconic cognac is made.
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There will also be ultra-rare bottles of Hennessy available to browse, and if you’re keen to purchase a bottle (or a couple), you can also get select bottles engraved. The experience doesn’t end there: all visitors will be treated to a specially crafted Hennessy V.S.O.P cocktail too! Entrance is free, but you’re highly encouraged to reserve your experience here.
Crafted, by Hennessy
Admission: Free
Dates: Now till 26th January 2025
Address: ION Orchard, ION Art
Opening Hours: 10am-10pm daily
13. Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat
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Iconic American artist, Jean-Michel Basquiat, presents the global debut of his Behind the Canvas series right here in Singapore. The exclusive Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat exhibition will be running at Marina Bay Sands till March 2025.
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The exhibition offers an inside look at the artist’s life and work, showcasing some of his innovative art, sketches and illustrations through immersive installations. Some highlights from the event include themed zones like The Basquiat Handbook, Basquiat The Notebooks, The Den and more.
Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat
Dates: Now till 6th March 2025
Admission: From $48 per person
Address: Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Level B2, Exhibition Hall D
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm daily
14. KADA
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Say hello to the newest lifestyle and creative enclave in Singapore: KADA is a 4-storey multi-concept filled with trendy cafés, entertainment, wellness and more. Currently, the building boasts 10 unique cafés, restaurants, art studios, and even a boutique hotel!
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Some of the cafés and restaurants you’ll find include Lavi Taco, Echo House, Origin Tea, Parchmen & Co, Shou Handmade Dim Sum, Daikoku, Alani and more. There’s also recreational activities like art events, wellness studios and co working spaces like Closed on Sundays, Satori Pilates and Habyt.
KADA
Admission: Free
Address: 5 Kadayanallur St, Singapore 069183
Opening Hours: Various
15. The Parent Company
@shout.sg The viral mini perfume pop-up store from Malaysia is now open in Singapore for a limited time only! Perfume prices start from just $5, and you’ll find popular luxury brands including Hermès, Chanel, Gucci, Dior, Chloé, Prada and more! The Parent Company Dates: Now till March 2025 (exact date TBA) Address: Clarke Quay, Block B, 01-
If you’re a perfume lover or collector, you’ve probably heard of The Parent Company, the viral perfume pop-up store from Malaysia specialising in miniature versions of all the most popular luxury and designer perfume brands. And they’re finally having their first-ever pop-up store right here in Singapore!
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All the miniature perfumes are 100% authentic, and you’ll be able to find all the popular brands like Hermès, Chanel, Gucci, Dior, Chloé, Prada, Marc Jacobs, YSL, Burberry, Versace, Moschino, Giorgio Armani, Louis Vuitton and much more—about 500 different brands in all, with prices starting from as low as $5.
The Parent Company
Dates: Now till March 2025 (exact date TBA)
Address: Clarke Quay, Block B, #01-09
Opening Hours: 11am-12am
