Looking for what’s on this weekend or in the weeks ahead? Check out our list of activities and upcoming events in Singapore.
Singapore Events and Shows in January 2025
Welcome the Year of the Snake
Chinese New Year is a time for family, joy, and, of course, food. Luckily, there’s no shortage of places serving up exceptional Chinese New Year food to elevate your celebrations. Welcome the auspicious Year of the Snake with authentic dishes from some of the finest Chinese New Year restaurants and takeaways in Singapore. There’s everything from time-honoured Chinese New Year goodies and snacks to innovative twists on a traditional reunion dinner!
Artbox Everyday 2025
Asia’s largest creative festival returns with its most expansive edition from 17 to 19 January and 24 to 26 January. It will feature over 600 vendors from Singapore, Thailand, Korea, Indonesia and Malaysia, alongside a myriad of activities, mobile art installation, enrichment activities for children, open mic sessions, live performances by local bands and over 90 F&B options.
When: 24 to 26 January
Where: Singapore Expo Hall 4
Story Walk – Roving Storytelling Experience
Walk returns as part of Singapore Art Week and VERSE literary arts festival, bringing stories to life along the Singapore River. This guided walk connects public art benches with tales of history and folklore, creating an immersive storytelling experience.
When: 25 January
Where: Civic District
ArtWalk@Wessex
The artists living and working in Wessex Estate are opening their studio spaces to the public for self-guided walks over two weekends – 18, 19, 25, 26 January. At the studios of nine local and international artists, you will find a rich diversity of contemporary and traditional art practices. The artists will be present at their studios during this event, giving visitors the opportunity to talk to them directly about their art practice, inspiration and creative process.
When: 25 and 26 January
Where: Wessex Estate
Feng Shui Talk: Unlock Your 2025 Luck
Learn the secrets of the Year of the Snake and learn how to enhance your luck and prosperity in a setting filled with Chinese antiques.
When: 21 January
Where: Just Anthony Antiques
St Patrick’s Society January Social
Join the St Patrick’s Society for a night of history, mystery and mini golf. Step into the Roaring ‘20s at Kulnari Mystery Golf, where a little swing of your club could solve a big mystery! Crack clues, putt some balls and afterwards, have a drink and share your theories at the 9th Hole Bar.
When: 23 January
Where: Kulnari Mystery Golf
Burns Night and Ceilidh 2025
Celebrate the life and legacy of Robert Burns with an unforgettable evening of Scottish tradition on the night of 25 January, 2025. This year’s Burns Supper features the Ragin’ Ceilidh Band from Scotland, setting the stage for the night.
When: 25 January
Where: Shangri La Hotel Singapore
Get Crafty! Spring Blossoms Basket workshop
Decorate a mini woven basket, which can be used to hold festive goodies for the upcoming Chinese New Year. All materials including the woven basket, fabric flowers, ribbons and a wooden cutout of the Chinese character “fu” are provided. Children under 7 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Slots are available on a first come, first served basis.
When: 25 and 26 January
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
River Hongbao 2025
Returning to Gardens by the Bay for the fifth year, this year’s River Hongbao 2025 will run from 27 January to 5 February at Gardens by the Bay. There’s a line-up of over 20 lantern displays, vibrant performances, amusement rides and family-oriented carnival games, and a diverse array of snacks at the Food Street.
When: 27 January to 5 February
Where: Gardens by the Bay
Quick HIIT workout
Get stronger and fitter with free weekly workouts led by professional trainers. These high-energy sessions combine bodyweight exercises and calisthenics to target your core, upper and lower body. Quick HIIT is organised by the Health Promotion Board and supported by Gardens by the Bay.
When: Until 30 January
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
More activities and events in Singapore
Lion Dance at Cluny Court
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a lion dance at Cluny Court. Join the festivities, starting at noon on 2 February at the main entrance facing the Botanic Gardens.
When: 2 February
Where: Cluny Court
VERSE 2025 Literary Arts Festival
VERSE celebrates the diversity of Singapore Literature. Spaces in The Arts House at the Old Parliament will transform words and stories into captivating, multi-sensory experiences such as interactive installations and dynamic exhibitions that evolve with every interaction. This literary arts festival runs from 17 January to 2 February.
When: Until 2 February
Where: The Arts House
On Campus Open House – Australian International School
Experience the warm and welcoming community at AIS as you learn more about their curriculum, explore world-class facilities, see classrooms in action and meet with their dedicated team of educators.
When: 6 February
Where: Australian International School
Shaws Preschool Open House
During the Open House, your child can dive into hands-on activities inspired by their unique curriculum, while you meet their passionate and professional educators. Learn how Shaws prepares children to be academically, socially and emotionally ready for primary school—all while having fun! Don’t miss this opportunity to see how Shaws Preschool creates a world of learning through adventure. Join the Open House at any of their five locations on 6 February.
When: 6 February
Where: Shaws Preschool campuses
Senior School Taster Day – Brighton College (Singapore)
Calling all curious, brave and adventurous minds aged 11 to 14 years! Experience a day filled with excitement, discovery and inspiration. Engage in hands-on activities like monoprinting in art, exploring Redox Chemistry in science, investigating the impact of volcanic eruptions in Story of Our Land, and tackling engineering challenges by building geodesic domes in design and technology.
When: 8 February
Where: Brighton College (Singapore)
1-for-1 Steamboat Buffet
Celebrate Chinese New Year with a bubbling steamboat buffet at Food Exchange @Stevens from now until 12 February, 2025. This 1-for-1 steamboat buffet offer is suitable for sharing the festivities with friends.
When: 12 February
Where: Food Exchange @Stevens
Glamorous Giving
Over 55 Singapore brands are offering up to 70% off fashion and homewares, making this the place where style meets purpose. The event raises funds for @fashionforcancersg, empowering cancer survivors and raising awareness through the power of community and fashion. Don’t miss this chance to shop consciously, connect with inspiring brands and give back.
When: 12 and 13 February
Where: SCAPE The Ground Theatre
89th George Washington Ball by the American Association of Singapore
Dress to to the theme of Starlight at the Ritz: Where Glamour Meets Tomorrow on 15 February for an evening of free-flow beverages, four-course Western meal, dancing to live music from Jive Talkin’ and amazing prizes in the lucky draw as well as live and silent auctions. Proceeds will support AAS and their charity, VIVA Foundation for Children with Cancer.
When: 15 February
Where: Grand Ballroom, The Ritz Carlton Millenia Singapore
Labrador Park Walk
Join us for an easy two-hour hike to explore some of the pretty coastal parts of Singapore – ending with a coffee at Privé! Please remember to bring a hat, sunnies and water as it will be bright; and remember to wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes and clothes.
When: 17 February
Where: Meet at the carpark of Marina at Keppel Bay
Impressions of Monet
This multi-sensory exhibition celebrates the art and life of Claude Monet and the French Impressionist masters like Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, and Edgar Degas through a dynamic display of light, colour, sound and fragrance.
When: Until 18 February
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Pamper Your Scalp with a Head Spa
Come with us on 21 and 22 February to experience a relaxing Davines Scalp Treatment and Head Spa at The Gallery Hair Studio. The treatment starts with a gentle shampoo cleanse, followed by a scalp treatment and a soothing massage of your head and shoulders. Afterwards, a warm steam treatment is applied before finishing with a blow-dry and your hair styled to your liking. You’ll leave feeling refreshed, with improved scalp circulation and healthier hair. The entire treatment lasts approximately one and a half hours.
When: 21 and 22 February
Where: The Gallery Hair Studio
Windsor Nature and TreeTop Walk
This walk is a shorter version of the TreeTop Walk in MacRitchie – you get to experience it without having to go for three hours all the way around the reservoir. Join Rebecca for a good hike across a free-standing suspension bridge with views of the forest canopy and Peirce Reservoir.
When: 22 February
Where: Windsor Nature Park
Swiss Learning in Singapore
Come and meet the admission directors of Switzerland’s most esteemed and sought-after boarding schools and summer camps at Swiss Learning in Singapore. They will share how your child will experience an unforgettable journey of academic innovation, experiential learning and build a global friendship network while studying in Switzerland.
When: 22 February
Where: The Singapore EDITION
Sketch Walk: Discover Your Inner Artist
Led by Corina Paul, this activity combines a passion for art with curiosity and creativity. Plus, it’s a great way to make new friends and see a bit of Singapore, too. We will walk to Raffles House at Fort Canning Park, find a comfy spot to set up, where we’ll sketch for the remainder of the event.
When: 27 February
Where: Onalu Bagel Haus next to the Singapore Museum
Chinatown Street Light-Up
Kick off celebrations for Chinese New Year with the Chinatown Official Street Light-Up. Street light installations will illuminate New Bridge Road, Eu Tong Sen Street, Upper Cross Street and South Bridge Road from 8 January to 27 February, daily, from 7pm to midnight.
When: Until 27 February
Where: Chinatown
Spring Blossoms: Legend of the White Snake
Spring Blossoms is a floral display inspired by the Chinese folklore, the Legend of the White Snake. Taking centrestage is a 4.5m tall floral sculpture of Madam White Snake, created with mosaiculture. Also on display are over 1,000 dahlias, with five new varieties this year. Symbolising prosperity and new beginnings, dahlias are a perennial favourite during Chinese New Year.
When: Until 28 February
Where: Gardens by the Bay
GREAT in the Gardens
Grab your picnic mats and come enjoy an evening of beloved classics and iconic stage and screen pieces at the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage. This is a collaboration by the British High Commission and Tanglin Symphony Orchestra that celebrates 60 years of UK-Singapore cultural ties.
When: 8 March
Where: Botanic Gardens
Nature and Sustainability Tours by Gardens by the Bay
These tours cover various themes, such as Carbon and Climate, Energy and Water as well as two sensory tours focusing on sight and taste respectively debuting this January. Journey through the lesser-known parts of Gardens by the Bay and learn about the natural environment, biodiversity and sustainability using real examples found in the Gardens.
When: Saturday and Sunday mornings until 16 March
Where: Gardens by the Bay
Art Collective 3 – Festive Wonders
This exhibition brings together a diverse group of artists from around the world. Their artworks will showcase the warmth, joy and universal themes of celebration and shared experiences during Christmas, New Year and Chinese New Year. Ongoing until 31 March, 2025.
When: Until 31 March
Where: Qoltured by FortyTwo
Canvas SG – Edition 1
An exhibition showcase that’s curated by Be One Gallery and set up in collaboration with FortyTwo, it features thoughtfully designed spaces where furniture and art come together to tell unique stories. It’s an immersive experience that feels like stepping into a completely curated home.
When: Until 30 April
Where: Linsy by FortyTwo
Upcoming events at museums and cultural centres
Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2025
A one-day event that celebrates Singapore’s street culture vibes. Get up close and personal with the centre’s artistic groups through open studios and a range of activities. Catch some of the best graffiti artists from the region in action as they transform AAC’s side and back walls with new murals in real-time. Aliwal Carpark will come alive with beginner-friendly skateboarding sessions – safety gear and skateboards will be provided for all participants – an art market and a Creators Marketplace with 15-20 specially curated booths. There’s also raffle draws with attractive prizes to be won.
When: 25 January
Where: Aliwal Urban Arts Centre
Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?
A retrospective showcase of nearly 70 works by the Cultural Medallion recipient. Dive into Teo’s creations formed using his self-created medium, paperdyesculp, and his reflections on global events through his art.
When: Until 2 February
Where: National Gallery Singapore
Kim Lim: The Space Between. A Retrospective
Over 150 works reveal Kim’s approach to Minimalism, shaped by her diverse cultural experiences. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at her sculptures, prints and more, highlighting her mastery of space, light and rhythm.
When: Until 2 February
Where: National Gallery Singapore
The World of Studio Ghibli
Experience the familiar characters and unforgettable adventures of Studio Ghibli films through 16 large-scale, immersive theatrical sets that depict iconic scenes from 11 Studio Ghibli films such as My Neighbour Totoro (1988), Kiki’s Delivery Service (1989), and Spirited Away (2001).
When: Until 2 February
Where: ArtScience Museum
Amazonia – exhibition of Amazon photographs by Sebastião Salgado
explore the heart of the Amazon rainforest in this exhibition by award-winning Brazilian photographer, Sebastião Salgado. With over 200 images and immersive projection rooms, this experience reveals the beauty of one of the world’s most vital ecosystems.
When: Until 2 March
Where: National Museum of Singapore
Becoming Lim Tze Peng
This first solo exhibition of Lim Tze Peng will feature over 50 artworks curated from Singapore’s public art collections, the artist’s personal art collection and rare archival materials that traces the artistic evolution of the 103 year-old artist.
When: Until 23 March
Where: National Gallery
Mansau-Ansau – weave art exhibition by Yee I-Lann
Experience the art of journeying without a destination through this exhibition featuring the unique weaves of Yee I-Lann, a Sabahan artist. It explores over 20 years of Yee’s work, digging into themes of politics, power and the interplay between tradition and modernity.
When: Until 23 March
Where: Singapore Art Museum
Glisten by New Zealand Maori contemporary artist Lisa Reihana
Leading Aotearoa New Zealander contemporary artist Lisa Reihana makes her Southeast Asia solo debut with a large-scale kinetic sculpture made with over 114,000 shimmer discs in patterns inspired by the rich traditions of Southeast Asian Songket and Maori Taniko weaving.
When: Until 30 March
Where: National Gallery
Everyday Practices
A showcase of artworks by 19 artists and one collective from across 10 Asian countries exploring how daily routines and repetitive actions can become meaningful in challenging times, inviting visitors to reflect on the endurance required by everyday life.
When: Until 20 July
Where: Singapore Art Museum
National Gallery Singapore Revamp
The DBS Singapore Gallery will be undergoing a phased revamp of its inaugural exhibition, Siapa Nama Kamu? Art in Singapore since the 19th Century. This starts from 8 April 2024 and expected to be completed in July 2025.
Batik Nonyas: Three Generations of Art and Entrepreneurship
Through textiles and objects, the exhibition showcases the family, art and entrepreneurship journey of three generations of three Peranakan women through the rapid political, cultural, and economic changes of their times.
When: Until 31 August
Where: Peranakan Museum
Poems on the MRT
Hop on the MRT and immerse in Singapore’s literary scene! Trains across the East-West, North-South, and Circle Lines will feature excerpts from over 100 Sing Lit poems in multiple languages. Plus, catch a special concept train with creative animations and video interviews with local poets.
When: Until 30 October
Where: MRT stations
More online things to do
Enjoy films and performances
- Explore a variety of arts-related content on Esplanade Off Stage, from videos of past shows to articles and podcasts.
- Cirque du Soleil videos are released weekly on their YouTube channel.
- Films For Action has also compiled a list of 100 free documentaries on social change that you can watch on their website.
Tour a museum (or a famous landmark!)
- Google Arts and Culture is packed full of interesting content. You can view digital exhibitions and go on virtual tours at renowned museums and galleries across the world. There are also street art tours and tours of famous landmarks, from street views of the Sydney Opera House to The Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt.
- Enjoy a series of online programmes by the ArtScience Museum, including virtual tours and workshops.
- Art x Tech at Y-Lab Showcase by the National Gallery features a rotation of art and tech innovation prototypes designed by entrepreneurs and start-ups.
- Affordable Art Fair has launched a series of online exhibitions featuring artists and galleries from their postponed fairs across the world.
- Head to the NASA website and go on a tour of the International Space Station and other cool spots.
Travel from home
- Tick off your bucket list with Google Earth or Google Street View, a virtual representation of interactive panoramas from positions along many streets in the world.
- Explore.org has up to 100 livestream webcams set up in national parks and wildlife sanctuaries around the world that you can view at any given moment – including the spellbinding Northern Lights!
- Some zoos and aquariums all over the world have fun live cams to check out. They include San Diego Zoo and Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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