A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, Aug 25
The Substation’s latest exhibition, which explores the question of control, access and the politics of space, is separated into three acts over three months. Featured include a permanent gallery, a rotating line-up of artists, an architectural case competition, a punk-in-residence program and activities for the public.
Until Nov 26; Wed-Sun noon-8pm at The Substation. Exhibition is free, tours are $10 each.
The 25th edition of the film fest will showcase screenings of titles like A Quiet Heart, Past Life, Wedding Doll, Beneath the Helmet and Women’s Balcony.
Until Sept 3, various timings at The Projector. $11.50-$13.50.
As the festival celebrates its 10th year, look out for a medley of local performances, as well as stunning light installations, cool, visual projections, a festival food and music village, roving acts, and loads more.
Until Aug 26; 7.30pm-midnight at the Bras Basah/Bugis area. Free.
Dive into the enchanting world of the classic tale, this time told through jaw-dropping illusions, visual trickery and video animation.
Until Sept 10; various timings at Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah. $28-$88.
Saturday, Aug 26
The Foo Fighters return to our shores after more than two decades armed with anthems like Learn to Fly, Times Like These and All My Life.
8pm at National Stadium. $128-$238.
This Japanese lifestyle expo features cultural experiences, makeover fashion shows, dance performances, baking lessons and loads more.
Until Aug 27; 10am-7pm at Hall B, Sands Expo and Convention Center, Marina Bay Sands. Free.
Oxwell’s Chocolate Factory 4th Birthday Party
Oxwell & Co is turning four, and it wants to celebrate with you — and a slushie machine churning with white chocolate frosé, chocolate-infused cocktails, chocolate-coated strawberries and marshmallows, as well as cotton candy and popcorn. To get into the spirit of things, come dressed in your Willy Wonka best.
7pm-midnight at Oxwell & Co.
Singapore Naruto Run at Vivocity
If you’re a fan of the Naruto Shippūden manga/anime series, get closer to being hokage by running like a ninja from Vivocity to Sentosa and back. If you’re not a fan, come down nonetheless because it’ll be entertaining AF.
3pm-6pm at Hidden Leaf Village Vivocity
View works highlighting the uneventful and overlooked elements of everyday life by seven up-and-coming artists who recently graduated from art institutions
Until Sept 17 at Gajah Gallery.
Singaporean ensemble Wonderland X’s musical narrative will sweep you up on an adventure with a mix of jazz, film, classical music and anime melodies.
7.30pm-9pm at Esplanade Recital Studio. $20-$35.
Sunday, Aug 27
The first part of this mash-up between Middle Eastern and Korean flavors by Joo Bar and Artichoke offers a feast of dishes such as Hallyu Fries (chips with kimchi seasoning), Lambbokki (pulled lamb shoulder), Arti-Joo Fries Chicken and Yucha Makgeolli Neh Neh Pop (creamsicle made with fermented rice wine and yuzu swirl).
5pm-sell out at Artichoke.
