Things to do this weekend in Singapore

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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.

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– New events in Singapore this week –

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1. Sentosa Night Mode

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17th & 18th Jan

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Ziplining and bungy jumping in the evening just hit different, and the views will be next-level.
Image adapted from: Mega Adventure Park, Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett 

Sentosa has always been the go-to for a fun beach day out, but now you can head there for activities past sundown with Sentosa Night Mode. You can look forward to extended operating hours, exclusive deals, and special events for nighttime fun over the weekends.

Experience beloved attractions like the MegaZip at Mega Adventure Park and Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett in a new light, taking in gorgeous night scenery as you chase those thrills. These attractions will be open till 10pm on 17th and 18th January 2025.

Sentosa Night Mode deals

• Mega Adventure Park: Buy 1 get 1 free for Single MegaZip (U.P. $66) or Tandem MegaZip (U.P. $99) admission
• Skypark Sentosa by AJ Hackett: Bungy Jump at $59 + 20% off Media Package* (U.P. $59), Giant Swing at $39 + 20% off Media Package* (U.P. $59)

*Media Package grants you a video of your jump/swing as a keepsake.
Note: Deals are valid for onsite purchases on 17th & 18th Jan 2025 only.

Find out more about Sentosa Night Mode.

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2. Light to Night 2025

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17th Jan-6th Feb

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Yes, it’s that time of the year again. Light to Night 2025 is the first of the many light festivals that will grace our island this year. Head straight to the Civic District to see all the pretty lit-up installations that turn on once the sun sets. You already know it – the best light projections are at National Gallery Singapore, including inside the Rotunda Library.

While you’re there, pass through Padang to see 6 colossal structures resembling tropical palms.

Admission: Free
Locations: National Gallery Singapore, The Arts House, Asian Civilisation Museum, Victoria Concert Hall, Esplanade
Dates: 17th Jan-6th Feb

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3. Artbox Everyday 2025

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24th-26th Jan

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The annual anticipated market, Artbox 2025, is back for 2 weekends. Bringing together over 300 artisans and vendors from the region, the event will see a retail zone featuring limited-edition and custom-designed goodies. Of course, there are gourmet treats like Thai desserts, Shibuya honey toasts, and sushi tacos.

Visitors can also look forward to an arcade zone, workshops, live performances, and even an open mic session. Families bringing young ones, just park your kids at the enrichment area where they’ll be kept entertained with activities and storytelling.

Admission: From $6
Location: Expo Hall 4
Dates: 17th-19 & 24th-26th Jan

Buy tickets for Artbox 2025.

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4. Singapore Art Week 2025

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17th-26th Jan

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If there ever was a time to immerse yourself in the art scene in Singapore, it’s this week. Singapore Art Week 2025 is upon us and there are over 130 experiences all over the island. From exhibitions and art fairs to workshops and tours, there’s plenty to do, see, and learn.

Image credit: Singapore Art Museum

Visit SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark for Sonic Sessions, featuring a lineup of live performances after dark and a bustling Makers’ Market over the weekends. Apart from shopping for unique products created by local crafters, there will also be workshops and food stalls.

Full list of Singapore Art Week events

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5. Culture Cartel 2025

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17th-19th Jan

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Image adapted from: @culturecartelcon via Instagram, Casetify

You guessed it; 3 days of all things street culture is what you’re going to get at Culture Cartel 2025. The convention will host over 250 brands showcasing art, fashion, music, tattoos, and toys. For the super fans, there are masterclasses and panel discussions to join as well as limited edition drops to look forward to. Collaborators for exclusive merch and experiences include McDonald’s, Casetify, White Rabbit, and Heineken.

Admission: From $16
Location: Expo Hall 5
Dates: 17th-19th Jan

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6. The Island Collective Debut Party

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18th Jan

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There’s a new kid on the block and they’re throwing a Debut Party. The Island Collective is one for the partygoers, bringing together artists from around the region to showcase their original music at intimate house parties. 3 secret live performers are going to be flown into Singapore from Asia, and there’ll be an informal auction of art created by local artists. From 10.30pm onwards dance the night away to a DJ spinning tech house beats.

Plus, those who arrive before 7pm will get an exclusive tour of the distillery to learn more about Singapore’s very own gin. Oh yes, the first drink is on the house.

Tickets: From $60
Location: Brass Lion Distillery
Date: 18th Jan

Buy tickets to The Island Collective Presents: The Debut Party.

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7. Louis Vuitton X Murakami Singapore Pop-Up at Joo Chiat

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4th-19th Jan

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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 LV from the original collection 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.

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8. comma Arts Festival

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Until 26th Jan

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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.

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9. Lost Arts Found

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4th-26th Jan

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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.

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10. Resurrack Vintage Market

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Every Saturday & Sunday

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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

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– New concerts & exhibitions in Singapore this week –

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11. Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat

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Until 6th Mar

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Basquiat The Notebooks – 160 framed pages that reveal the artist’s poetic reflections.
Image credit: Covenant ART

Behind the Canvas Series 1: Jean-Michel Basquiat celebrates the contemporary artist’s works with interactive installations and immersive rooms. The exhibition covers his personal life, career, artworks, and even gives you a glimpse into his thoughts. You’ll also get the rare chance to see original licensed prints and pick up a chalk or crayon to make your own drawings in the Expression Room.

Admission: From $38
Location: Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall D
Dates: Now till 6th Mar

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12. Alternate Reality

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Until 2nd Mar

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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

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13. Yee I-Lann: Mansau-Ansau & Pratchaya Phinthong: No Patents on Ideas

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Until 23rd Mar

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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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14. Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui

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15th Jan-18th May

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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 for Singaporeans & PRs | $10 for foreigners
Location: Level 3, Gallery 3, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Dates: 15th Jan-18th May

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15. Altered States: Experiments in Moving

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Until 2nd Feb

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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

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Find things to do in Singapore this weekend

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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.

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Cover image adapted from: Mega Adventure Park, @artbox_singapore & @lightotnightsg via Instagram
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