A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, Jan 13
To highlight Japanese workmanship in home decor, kitchenware, fashion and beauty, Supermama displays 100 products from Japanese labels at its Gillman Barracks space this month.
Until Jan 25; Official opening: Jan 13, 7pm-10pm; Exhibition: Daily noon-6pm at Supermama Gillman Barracks. Free.
At the Singapore Art Week 2017 edition of Art After Dark, expect workshops, film screenings, art showcases, music performances, exhibition openings, F&B pop-ups and loads more.
7pm-late at Gillman Barracks. Free.
For the seventh edition of the annual art fair, artworks by 131 galleries from 27 countries will be displayed at the expo hall. From gorgeous images of shophouses in Singapore stacked atop one another to a vending machine that dispenses $20 limited edition artworks for you to take home, there’s plenty to check out at the massive exhibition.
Until Jan 15; Fri & Sat noon-8pm, Sun 11am-6pm at Halls D, E & F at Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. One-day pass $32, four-day pass $64.
Get in line at Zouk’s new home in Clarke Quay to rave the night away — tonight’s special: dizzying beats by Diplo.
9pm-late at Zouk. $45.
The photo exhibition of works by local street artist Samantha Lo (aka SKLO) also features the debut of her book, Greetings from Singapore.
Until Jan 31; Mon-Fri noon-7pm, Sat (Jan 14 & 21) noon-5pm at One East Asia gallery. Free.
If you haven’t heard the news, Red Dot Design Museum will be moving out of its red-hued home by May this year. So head on over to chill at this monthly flea before it goes for good.
5pm-midnight at Red Dot Design Museum Singapore. Free.
Mosaic Music Series: PJ Harvey
At her only tour stop in Southeast Asia, the English musician will showcase tunes from her latest record, The Hope Six Demolition Project, with her 10-piece band.
8pm at Esplanade Theatre. $68-$148.
Spend a chill evening with the English singer-songwriter and hum along to melodies like ‘Let Her Go’, ‘Heart’s On Fire’ and ‘Somebody’s Love’.
8pm at The Star Theatre. $88-$148.
If you ever needed an excuse to shop, this is it. The department store’s sale offers up to 80 percent discounts on apparel, home ware and lifestyle goods, as well as perks like special promos and redemptions.
Until Jan 22; daily 10.30am-10pm at Singapore Expo Hall 4. Free.
Saturday, Jan 14
5 Foot Way Spring Parsa
At this pop-up of local labels, you’ll find an array of homemade sugee cakes by Aunty Dins, vintage goodies from By My Old School, handmade soaps by Rough Beauty, modern designs by The Happy Cheongsam, luxe fairy lights by Midnight Sparks and lots more.
10am-6pm at Onlewo Gallery, 129 Jalan Besar. Free.
Aliwal Urban Art Festival 2017
This funky fest features a ton of activities, including an old school hip hop block party, a glimpse into urban art in Kampong Glam, a sketch challenge, local makers and their wares, a barter workshop market, and performances by the likes of Forests, Ant-Men and Disco Hue.
5pm-late at Aliwal Arts Centre. Free.
This month’s double-bill screening of productions significant to the local cinematic scene highlights two titles: Tony’s Long March and Lost in La Mancha.
4.30pm-7.30pm at Gallery Theatre, National Museum of Singapore. $11.
Dance to the beats of EDM, hip hop and trap by the Red Bull Thre3style Champion and finalist on VH1‘s ‘Master of the Mix’.
10pm-late at CÉ LA VI. $38, includes one drink.
Happy New Beer! CNY Beer Party
Sip on a new coffee beer called Calamity Coffee Ale, try the limited edition seasonal CNY beer brewed by Innocence Brewing, and enjoy wicked tunes from the people behind The Analog Vault.
7pm-11pm at Chye Seng Huat Hardware. Free.
Comedian Vir Das takes you through the history of India with witty twists and turns that’ll have you on the edge of your seat in happy tears.
8pm at Esplanade Theatre. $45-$185.
Starring Brendon P, Jag and Infms Nir behind the decks, this pool party in town makes for a good break from all that retail therapy.
2pm-11pm at Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore. $15, includes one drink.
The first Pokémon-themed fun run in the region features a Pikachu parade, a Pokémon garden, a Trainer’s Village filled with games, and a pop-up Pokémon cafe offering Japanese bites.
8am at The Promontory @ Marina Bay. $70.
It’s free admission to the museum this weekend, so drop by to check out the artisanal market, life-sized cardboard sculptures, outdoor movie screenings and music performances.
Until Jan 15; Sat 1pm-10pm, Sun 1pm-5pm at Asian Civilisations Museum. Free.
Browse through more than 100 local brands and indie designers, check out works by graffiti artists and bask in the tunes of homegrown musicians at Lepark.
Until Jan 15; noon-8pm at Lepark. Free.
Sunday, Jan 15
Chinese New Year Sake Warehouse Sale
Immerse yourself in everything sake at this event, with sake tastings and sake prizes up for grabs.
1pm-5pm at Inter Rice Asia, #05-05, 16 Kallang Place. Free flow tasting $40/person, sake tasting $10/four cups.
