A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, Apr 28
Unleash your inner kid as KidZania opens its doors just for adults at this one night only event. So throw on your old school uniforms and pretend to be everything from a pilot and firefighter to a pizza chef.
6pm-10pm at KidZania Singapore. $58.
From the most ancient opera house in the world in Italy comes one of the oldest ballet performances in the world: Giselle.
Until Apr 29; 8pm at Grand Theatre, MasterCard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands. $65-$225.
Check out this new lounge inspired by the back alley clubs of ’60s New York and settle in for the night with a cocktail in hand and performances by burlesque guest stars.
9pm-late at LuLu’s Lounge, Pan Pacific Hotel Singapore.
Browse through contemporary art books and zines at the fourth edition of this fair, with more than 40 exhibitors taking part.
Until Apr 30; Fri & Sat 10am-8pm, Sun 10am-7pm at Gillman Barracks, 7 Lock Rd.
Laugh out loud this long weekend with 14 shows at the new Esplanade Annexe Studio, featuring local comedians like Rishi Budhrani and Kumar, as well as international acts like Jimeoin.
Until Apr 30; 7.30pm-midnight at Esplanade Annexe Studio. $15-$50.
Singapore Heritage Festival 2017
Over three weekends, immerse yourself in talks, tours, film screenings, performances and more as the annual festival returns. New this year is an exploration of Caldecott Broadcast Centre, where you’ll be taken behind the scenes of TV magic.
Until May 14; various times at various locations. Free; registration required for selected events.
Taste Singapore’s Grand Opening
Sample fresh oysters, grilled meats, cold cuts, cheeses, wines, beers and seasonal produce, as well as dishes from Otto’s Deli Fresh and Sens Kitchen at this opening event.
5pm-7pm at Taste Singapore. $50.
Get your booze on at this edition of 1855 The Bottle Shop’s wine and whisky showcase, featuring more than 500 varieties from all over the world.
Until Apr 30; 11am-10pm at L1, East Atrium, Suntec City Tower 4. Free.
Saturday, Apr 29
Andsoforth, the people behind all those cool theatrical dining experiences, is throwing a garage sale to hawk three years of gems from 12 concepts. Everything from chairs and tables to pillows and picnic baskets will be on display, alongside food by Hambaobao, floral withshops by With Every and live portraits and art merch by Cloudhedd.
noon-7pm at 16D Lorong Ampas.
The Local People brings its market to Changi Airport with carnival games for a social cause, a pop-up structure called TLP Mobile with merch and goodies from local bands, workshops and lots more.
Until May 1; noon-9pm at Changi Airport Terminal 3. Free.
Sunday, Apr 30
Car Free Sunday is back, so cycle or walk down to the CBD, Telok Ayer and Civic District areas for free trishaw rides, free bike rentals, open mic performances and more.
8am-noon at CBD, Civic District and Telok Ayer areas. Free.
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