Looking for something to do during the weekend or what’s on in the weeks ahead? Check out our list of events – including online ones that you can enjoy at home!
Arts in Your Neighbourhood
Back for its second season of the year, the event will allow participants to rediscover the neighbourhoods of Kallang and Geylang. Enjoy both physical and digital experiences, from online dance and theatre performances to visual art murals and a light projection display.
When: Until 29 November
More: Find out more now.
AWAREFest
With the theme of Love + Rage, the festival will feature a variety of workshops, panel discussions and interactive programmes. The event aims to will promote gender equality, ignite hard conversations and empower the next generation of activists.
When: Until 29 November
More: Get your tickets now.
Sayang-sayang
“Sayang”, a Malay expression, is a term of endearment used to express love and affection. Botanical design studio This Humid House uses the baby cradle net to explore the influence of rituals and culturally situated practices. By replacing the baby with leaves, the installation evokes a variety of associations, prompting the viewer to reflect on ideas of volition, protection, coddling, sustainability and culture.
When: Until 29 November
Where: Esplanade Concourse
More: Find out more now.
Delphine Rama: The Third Force Solo Exhibition
The young Belgian artist is hosting her first solo exhibition at Cuturi Gallery. For this exhibition, she explores human psychology and the uniqueness of the individual through challenges.
When: Until 29 November
Where: Cuturi Gallery
More: Find out more.
The Vertical Challenge 2020
This virtual vertical marathon aims to raise $300,000 for patients with life-limiting illnesses. Sign up as a group of five or less and attempt the challenge anywhere and anytime. You’ll need to collectively complete a vertical gain of 50m (18 floors), 100m (36 floors), or 200m (72 floors).
When: Until 30 November
More: Sign up now!
Modern Ink
Modern Ink features contemporary ink works by Xu Hua Xin, Huang Hong Tao, Shen Zi Yao and Xie Chong – artists who are reshaping the rules of classical ink painting traditions. These four artists contend with the paradoxical position between constancy and change.
When: Until 30 November
Where: White Space Art Asia
Designer and luxury online auction
Browse over 400 lots of designer fashion and handbags from a single-owner collection, including Chanel, Dior and Fendi bags, along with branded designer clothing, shoes, sunglasses and costume jewellery. They’ll be sold at $40 reserve price and auction proceeds will go to charity.
When: Until 1 December
More: The catalogue can be viewed on the HotLotz website. The auction closes at 6pm on 1 December.
Tuesdays with Morrie
After a long break from live theatre, SRT is back with Tuesdays with Morrie. Based on Mitch Albom’s memoir, the play is a touching and celebratory production that explores friendship, life and death.
When: Until 6 December
Price: From $50
More: Audiences are limited to 50 per show. Book your tickets now.
Vincent Fournier: Past Forward Solo Exhibition
This solo exhibition marks the French artist-photographer’s inaugural exhibition in Singapore. It brings together a selection of work from his critically acclaimed series Space Project (2007–), Brasilia (2012–) and Kosmic Memories (2020–).
When: Until 6 December
Where: Cuturi Gallery
ADM Show 2020: LIVE
Check out projects from the graduating batch of NTU ADM students across six disciplines: Digital Animation, Digital Filmmaking, Interactive Media, Photography and Digital Imaging, Product Design and Visual Communication.
When: Until 13 December
Where: Gillman Barracks
ARTiculate @ North East Charity Art Fair
The online charity art fair aims to support people who are differently-abled and provide an opportunity for beneficiaries and artists to earn an income through selling their artworks. It features a wide variety of works, from oil painting and pen drawing to mixed media crafts and pottery.
When: Until 20 December
More: Check out the artworks now.
The Christmas Atelier
The Atelier & Co. will be transformed into a magical festive wonderland this November! Browse holiday collections from Singapore’s most loved brands consisting of adult fashion and accessories, lifestyle, F&B and kids products.
When: 27 to 29 November
More: Sign up now.
Standard Chartered Singapore Marathon 2020 Grand Finale Race
This year, the race will take on a hybrid format with a virtual racing experience through augmented reality technology. Participants can register for the virtual race outdoors or join the immersive augmented reality (AR) format by Rouvy on a treadmill and race indoors. There are five categories to take part in, including 10km and half marathon distances.
When: 27 November to 6 December
Price: Free
More: Sign up now.
Malay CultureFest
This year’s edition will be held in conjunction with a special exhibition “Urang Banjar: Heritage and Culture of the Banjar in Singapore” that looks at the diversity in Malay artistic and cultural expressions. You can also enjoy three weeks of digital entertainment, from performances and talks to workshops and cultural activities.
When: 27 November to 13 December
More: Find out more now.
Virtual Wine Tasting with TTG Wines and iLauri Wines
Join us for our first ever online wine tasting with TTG Wine and iLauri wines! It will be hosted by iLauri founder Rodrigo Redmont who’ll be joining us live from his gorgeous iLauri vineyard in Abruzzo.
When: 28 November
Price: $148 for all five bottles, including delivery
Run For Inclusion 2020 – Virtual Edition
Held annually by Runninghour, the race sees participants alongside runners with special needs, including the hearing, intellectually, physically and visually-challenged. Following the previous years’ runs, all people with special needs can enter for free. Participants can attempt any distance of their choice within the categories of running (up to 10km) and cycling (up to 20km).
When: 28 November
More: Sign up now.
Dreamseeds Arts Fest 2020 – Prism of Imagination
Dreamseeds Arts Fest is an annual multi-disciplinary arts festival headlined by Club Rainbow (Singapore) (CRS) beneficiaries; children and youths with chronic illnesses. This year, the event moves online with a virtual art exhibition and streamed performances.
When: 28 November to 2 December
More: Find out more now.
Skechers GOrun Challenge 2020
During this virtual race, choose one of three categories (5km, 10km and 50km) and complete it anywhere and at your own time. Race participants will also get Skechers rewards, including discount vouchers upon both sign-up and completion of the race.
When: 30 November to 13 December
Price: Free
More: Sign up now. Registration is open until 10 December.
SG Cares Giving Week
This national movement celebrates the spirit of giving, where everyone can come together to support causes they’re passionate about. This year, there is a great lineup of activities, events and social media challenges to take part in.
When: 1 to 7 December
More: Find out more now.
Santa Run for Wishes
The race is back with a new virtual format and 2km, 5km, 10km or 50km (accumulative) race categories. Proceeds from the event will go towards granting the wishes of children with critical illnesses.
When: 2 to 19 December
Price: $20
More: Sign up now!
PowerPiece Night 2020
Held in conjunction with the #DFSPowerPiece campaign by Dress for Success, the online fundraising event will feature a virtual runway by volunteers, sale and auction of designer fashion and bags as well as a raffle draw. The event will start at 8pm via Zoom.
When: 3 December
Price: $25 (includes one raffle ticket)
More: Register now!
LOVE, NILS Super Hero Benefit
During this virtual fundraiser, take part in a quiz and auction for a cause. Come dressed in a superhero costume and the best dressed will win a fun prize. Proceeds from the event will go to LOVE, NILS, who supports children with cancer in Singapore.
When: 5 December
Price: $100
More: Register now.
How To Break A Window
Local arts organisation T:>Works is reopening its doors for a hybrid theatrical experience. The programme will feature digital productions, live staged readings, a hybrid performance which is both live and digitalised, as well as a session with up-and-coming playwrights.
When: 16 to 19 December
Price: $10
More: The programme will be streamed on Zoom. Find out more now.
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.
- Watch past productions by The Necessary Stage on their Vimeo page.
- Cirque du Soleil performances 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.
- The Asian Civilisations Museum‘s online offerings include virtual tours of their collections, craft sessions and family-friendly weekend programmes.
- Enjoy a series of online programmes by the ArtScience Museum, including guided exhibition tours and workshops.
- #MuseumFromHome by the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) offers digital programmes, virtual art experiences, art activities and educational resources.
- The Singapore Philatelic Museum may be closed until 2021 for a revamp, but we still have access to virtual tours on their website.
- 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!
- Many zoos and aquariums all over the world have fun live cams to check out. They include San Diego Zoo, Melbourne Zoo, Vancouver Aquarium and Monterey Bay Aquarium.
- Travel company andBeyond has launched a live streaming service where viewers can enjoy wildlife sightings on Instagram Live and interactive three-hour safaris twice a day on YouTube and Facebook.
- Expedia has rolled out a “Travel from Home” virtual tours series, featuring nature, cultural, educational and entertainment experiences plus online lessons and guided tours by locals.
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