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 February 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!
Chinese New Year Light Up at The Shoppes at MBS
The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) will be decorated in Singapore Red, which is a unique accent hue of MBS. At the Grand Colonnade between Gucci and Chanel, a chandelier of blessings cascades down from the ceiling. Comprising Chinese couplets, this piece is a symbolic nod to the Year of the Snake. There will also be decorations inspired by classic Chinese paintings. They depict a tale of snakes gliding through mountainous landscapes to form different Chinese characters such as ‘福’ (fortune), ‘春’ (spring), ‘吉’ (luck) and ‘發’ (prosperity). Flanking this installation are zodiac boards carrying fortunes for the year ahead. These make good photo spots as they’re designed as scrolls. The decorations will be up from 27 January to 12 February.
When: Until 12 February
Where: The Shoppes at MBS
Tea Appreciation Workshop with Italian Women’s Group
The Italian Women’s Group invites Expat Living readers to join an exclusive tea tasting at The Tea Chapter. Learn about tea history from experts, then try different tea types. The tasting will be conducted in English.
When: 12 February
Where: Tea Chapter
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: Until 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
Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy
Bridget Jones is back navigating a whole new chapter of life. Widowed and raising two kids, come along with Bridget as she goes on another journey of self-love and self-acceptance.
When: 13 February to 13 March
Where: Golden Village Suntec City
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
More activities and events in 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
Nexus Early Years Open House
Research highlights that play is a vital way for children to explore, understand, and make sense of the world around them. That’s why Nexus adopts a play-based, learner-centric approach in its Early Years curriculum. At the Open Day, see play-based learning in action, meet their passionate teachers, and let your child experience the joy of learning through play. The event is free with registration.
When: 22 February
Where: Nexus International School
HSBC Women’s World Championship 2025
Often dubbed ‘Asia’s Major’, the tournament returns to Sentosa Golf Club’s Tanjong Course for four days of elite competition. It will feature nine of the world’s top 10 players, including defending champion Hannah Green and Olympic Champion Lydia Ko, battling for one of the most prestigious titles on the LPGA Tour.
When: 27 February to 2 March
Where: Sentosa Golf Club
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
Art exhibition celebrating International Women’s Day
Be One Gallery presents “Voice of Art 4: Women – Empowering the World,” a landmark art exhibition to celebrate International Women’s Day. This event shines a spotlight on the talent, creativity, and resilience of women artists, providing a platform to showcase their artistic expressions across multiple medium
When: 3 March to 10 March
Where: ION Art Gallery
International Women’s Day 2025 celebration with St Patrick’s Society
Join the St Patrick’s Society to celebrate International Women’s Day. Everyone is welcome, not just women! Bring along some friends for a night of fun.
When: 5 March
Where: Deviate Wine Bar
Beach Clean-Up
Join us for our next beach clean-up with One Planet on 7 March. We’ll explore breezy Pasir Ris Beach and collect rubbish we see along the way, finishing with a cold drink. We will provide everything you need for this clean-up – all you need to bring is some water and sun protection!
When: 7 March
Where: Pasir Ris Beach
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
LIV Golf Singapore 2025
LIV Golf returns to Singapore at the Serapong Course at Sentosa Golf Club, delivering three days of world-class golf, live music, and family-friendly entertainment. Fans can witness 54 of the world’s best players, including Bryson DeChambeau, Brooks Koepka, Cameron Smith, and Phil Mickelson, battle it out in individual and team formats.
When: 14 March to 16 March
Where: Sentosa Golf Club
Windsor Nature Park and TreeTop Hike
Would you like to experience the TreeTop Walk in MacRitchie without having to walk for three hours all the way around the reservoir? This version is shorter and takes about two hours, depending on the pace of the group. Join Rebecca for a good hike and the opportunity to make new friends whilst enjoying some stunning views!
When: 15 March
Where: Windsor Nature Park drop off point
St Patrick’s Society 100th Anniversary Ball
The St Patrick’s Society celebrates 100 years of the Singapore Irish Community and you’re invited to join in this special ball! Your ticket price includes champagne and Guinness reception with canapes on arrival; 5 course meal that includes quality Irish produce; free flow Guinness, beer, wine and whiskey all night; live music and performance by Irish Inspirational Dance.
When: 15 March
Where: Shangri-La Hotel
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
Boutiques Singapore: The Spring Summer Edition
Boutiques Singapore returns this March for a 3-day extravaganza of independent design, exclusive launches and creative experiences all under one roof. This is your chance to shop from 320 curated brands across fashion, home, lifestyle, beauty, kids’ products and F&B. This Spring Summer Edition brings even more to the table. Check out the Food Bar in The Garage, a brand new, dedicated space where you can enjoy award-winning food and drinks in a sheltered, alfresco-inspired setting. Tickets give you unlimited 3-day entry and kids under 12 enter for free.
When: 21 March
Where: F1 Pit Building
Rifle Range Nature Park Hike
Come and explore the jungles around Rifle Range Road as we hike towards the Bukit Timah Visitor Centre. The walk is a loop of around 5-6km.
When: 25 March
Where: Rifle Range Road
Parenting Teens Conference
A thoughtfully curated conference on parenting teens and youth mental health where experts, practitioners and youths share personal experiences and real-life challenges so you can make better sense of your teens.
When: 27 April
Where: The Catapult
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
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
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
Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in Art
The newly revamped DBS Singapore Gallery exhibition presents a layered, ever-changing story of Singapore’s art history, continually questioning itself: Whose story is this? Where is home? What is new? Who is looking? What is art for? Explore the unique pathways and detours of artists, and see their iconic artworks from the 19th century to present.
When: Ongoing
Where: National Gallery
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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