Things to do this weekend in Singapore
This weekend is filled with an array of activities – including a vintage market, new exhibitions, and arts festivals. So, open your calendars and bookmark these things to do this weekend in Singapore.
– New events in Singapore this week –
1. Louis Vuitton X Murakami Singapore Pop-Up at Joo Chiat
4th-19th Jan
Image adapted from: Khidir Asyraf, Sovan Pong via Google Maps
The neighbourhood of Joo Chiat has a temporary visitor in the form of a Louis Vuitton X Murakami Singapore pop-up. Pop by to see the collab collection in the retail space where you can shop for products like the colourful Monogram Multicolore, the whimsical Superflat Panda, and the Superflat Garden. With every purchase, you’ll also get a vending machine token to win limited edition gifts like stickers and Tamagotchis.
Apart from shopping, enjoy a brand film in the cosy cinema space or head to the cafe to grab a drink in a specially designed cup. Plus, if you’ve got an original LV that requires repair services, they offer to replace parts and clean it up too.
Admission: Free
Address: 72 Joo Chiat Place, Singapore 427789
Dates: 4th-19th Jan
Register your interest in attending the LV x Murakami pop-up.
2. Chagee VivoCity Grand Opening
10th-12th Jan
Image adapted from: @chagee.sg via Instagram
Beloved BBT brand Chagee’s ViviCity Grand Opening will see the presence of celebrity artist, (G)I-DLE’s Minnie on 11th January. Drop by during the weekend to take advantage of their exciting bundle deals like like 2 large teas for only $5.90 or getting your hands on their exclusive tumblers and glass cups at promo prices. There’s also opportunities to win giveaways such as an iPhone, Dyson products, and Jo Malone scents.
Location: #01-98, VivoCity
Dates: 10th-12th Jan
3. Movies by the Beach
11th-12th Jan
Image credit: Sentosa via Facebook
Starting this year, Movies by the Beach at Sentosa has found a new venue – Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden. What remains the same is that it’s still free for all to show up and enjoy. Bring your own blanket or cushions and gather the family for movie screenings over the weekends, starting at 7pm. This week, they’ll be showing 2 beloved animations – Frozen 2 on 11th January and Alice in Wonderland on 12th January.
Admission: Free
Location: Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden, Sentosa
Dates: 11th-12th Jan
4. comma Arts Festival
Until 26th Jan
Image credit: *Scape
Celebrate emerging artists at comma Arts Festival where audiences will get to witness fresh and unconventional interpretations of the theme “Past x Present = Future”. Many of the programmes are free too, including showcases of music, theatre, and dance, workshops, and exhibitions.
Admission: Free (with some ticketed events)
Location: Somerset Belt
Dates: 31st Dec-26th Jan
Find out more about comma Arts Festival 2025.
5. Lost Arts Found
4th-26th Jan
Image credit: *Scape
As part of comma Arts Festival 2025, Lost Arts Found is an initiative to – as the name suggests – rediscover vanishing trades. In a bid to get the newer generations to appreciate traditional arts like rattan weaving, Chinese opera, and Peranakan beading, there are free workshops one can sign up for and learn more.
Admission: Free with registration
Location: *Scape
Dates: 10th-12th, 17th-19th & 24th-26th Jan
Times: 4pm-5.30pm & 5.30pm-7pm
Find out more about Lost Arts Found and register for the workshops.
6. Resurrack Vintage Market
Every Saturday & Sunday
In case you haven’t heard, Bugis Street Art Lane sees a string of stalls go up every weekend for the Resurrack Vintage Market. Look forward to seeing new vendors and live performers this year. Here you’ll find photo booths, thrifted pieces, old records and cameras, and just overall good vibes.
Location: Bugis Street Art Lane
– New concerts & exhibitions in Singapore this week –
7. The Music Of Andrew Lloyd Webber – A Symphonic Gala Concert
10th-11th Jan
Image credit: @jessicagethinconductor via Instagram
If you’re a musical enthusiast then you know who Andrew Lloyed Webber is; the rest of you might have heard of his more famous hits from The Phantom of the Opera and CATS. Relive the music from both these musicals plus Sunset Boulevard, Evita, and more through A Symphonic Gala Concert this weekend.
Admission: From $63
Location: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Dates: 10th-11th Jan
Buy tickets for The Music of Andrew Lloyd Webber.
8. Alternate Reality
Until 2nd Mar
Image credit: @newartmuseumsingapore via Instagram
Challenge your perception of reality at this new exhibition, Alternate Reality, where artists from around the region attempt to question certain beliefs and misconceptions. Topics discussed include historical and cultural aspects of collective memories as well as unsaid boundaries often ingrained in SE Asian cultures.
Admission: Free
Location: New Art Museum, Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Dates: 20th Dec 2024 – 2nd Mar 2025
9. Esplanade free shows
All year round
Image credit: Thomas Edison via Esplanade
There are a slew of free events happening at Esplanade all the time. On 10th Jaunary, catch an alt-indie band perform live at the Outdoor Theatre. The entire weekend will also see multiple flamenco dance performances at the Concourse, including an interactive session where you get to show off your moves. Also, check out the independent artists such as Noah Corolla and Sam Vishal showcasing their original songs on stage.
Admission: Free
Location: Esplanade
10. Yee I-Lann: Mansau-Ansau & Pratchaya Phinthong: No Patents on Ideas
Until 23rd Mar
If you still haven’t been to SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, you must. And now you’ve got a reason because the museum has 2 new exhibitions. Yee I-Lann: Mansau-Ansau follows the artist’s 2 decade-long journey of discovery and creation, featuring artworks made from photo collages, silk and batik, as well as bamboo pus and pandanus.
A Bangkok-based artist presents Pratchaya Phinthong: No Patents on Ideas, an exhibition that examines the cultural and economic systems of modern life. Expect to see video installations, a mesmerising ceiling projection, and even a piece made from film strips.
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11. Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui
15th Jan-18th May
SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark also sees the return of Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui after it was recently presented in Venice at Biennale Art 2024. The exhibition revolves around the artist’s observation of secondary forests that have regrown from deforested land. Through his lens, see how SG’s landscape has evolved to its current urban state.
Admission: Free
Location: Level 3, Gallery 3, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Dates: 15th Jan-18th May
12. Altered States: Experiments in Moving
Until 2nd Feb
Our beloved ArtScience Museum has a new limited time exhibition with only $5 entry. Altered States: Experiments in Moving features local and international filmmakers presenting artworks that reimagine what moving images could be using cameraless techniques. These exhibits will challenge our typical interpretation of films and offer new perspectives of seeing and understanding the moving image.
Admission: $5
Location: ArtScience Museum
Dates: Now till 2nd Feb 2025
13. Disney Garden of Wonder
Until 31st Mar
Disney and Pixar fans, you’re in for a treat. The Disney Garden of Wonder at Garden by the Bay’s Floral Fantasy will be decked out in floral sculptures of beloved characters including Mickey Mouse, The Little Mermaid, Winnie the Pooh, and Buzz Lightyear from Toy Story.
14. The Art of Banksy
From 1st Dec 2024
See British artist Banksy’s iconic works IRL at the The Art of Banksy exhibition. The gallery will be going all-out with over 200 of his art pieces on display. This includes iconic sculptures, murals, photographs, and lithographs by the artist.
Tickets: From $27
Address: 25 Scotts Road, Singapore 228220
Dates: From 1st Dec
15. Gustav Klimt: Falling in Gold
From 6th Dec 2024
Get up-close and personal with the famous Austrian artist’s works at Gustav Klimt: Falling in Gold. Similar to past exhibitions of Monet, Frida Kahlo, and Van Gogh, this one will also have immersive projections and AI elements. Explore 7 rooms consisting of Klimt’s numerous masterpieces and learn fun facts about each piece of art.
Admission: From $33
Location: Sports Hub Library
Dates: From 6th Dec
Find things to do in Singapore this weekend
We’re sure you have more than enough activities to fill your upcoming weekend. If not, check out our ultimate list of things to do in Singapore or the best attractions and activities in Singapore. If you’re looking for pretty places to snap lots of photos, hit up these Instagrammable places in Singapore while you’re at it.
Cover image adapted from: Khidir Asyraf via Google Maps, @resurrack & @singaporeartmuseum via Instagram
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