A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, Jan 25
The after-sunset art event returns with new exhibitions by resident galleries and live performances by the likes of Intriguant, Vandetta, and Mas1a.
7pm-late, various locations at Gillman Barracks. Free.
French DJ/producer Bob Sinclar gets behind the decks at the rooftop club lounge for a night of dance beats.
10pm-late at CE LA VI. Pre-sale $28, at the door $38; both include one drink.
If you haven’t stocked up on CNY decor or goodies like pineapple tarts, bak kwa, and love letters, there’s a snack fair going on at the atriums of Tiong Bahru Plaza, Hougang Mall, Century Square, and White Sands, featuring vendors such as Deli Indo, Cookies 4 U, Arkon, and more.
Until Feb 4; various timings at Century Square, White Sands, Tiong Bahru Plaza, and Hougang Mall.
The only one of its kind in the world, Hennessy’s pop-up at Changi Airport features interactive digital games, a bottle engraving services, limited edition offers, an art piece by contemporary artist Guang-Yu Zhang, and cocktail tastings.
Until Feb 19 at Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Hall.
The Orchard Road mall has planted a indoor garden of floating lily blossoms, an animated fish pond, and Chinese Zodiac sign predictions on its third floor, along with a CNY multimedia light show at Ion Sky and a CNY-themed art exhibition at Ion Art by the Singapore Art Society – all for the upcoming Feb festivities.
Until various dates at Ion Orchard.
Hang out with fellow caffeine addicts over coffee and pastries at this new festival, which brings together traditional and contemporary brews by local and international roasters. Other activities include a live barista competition, old school games, craft workshops, educational demonstrations, and more. Vendors on the line-up include Cupping Room Hong Kong, Tasters Coffee Taiwan, Artisan Coffee, Sng Bao Society, Doughnut Shack, The Caffeine Experience, Percolate, Coca Dimension, and lots more.
Until Jan 27; Fri noon-9pm, Sat 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-7pm at Expo Hall 5B.
Nikkei restaurant Osaka debuts its first collaboration in Asia at Nami Restaurant and Bar this week, with a pop-up menu that blends Japanese and Peruvian cuisines, featuring dishes such as the Nikkei ceviche, grilled octopus, and slow-braised short ribs.
Until Jan 27, 6pm-10pm at Nami Restaurant & Bar. $188/person.
This new pop-up, put together by non-profit group Art Outreach in the wake of the abrupt cancellation of Art Stage Singapore, will display works from 14 local and international galleries left in the lurch by the annual art fair. Participating exhibitors include Artify, Ghani Arts Gallery, Mazel, New Museum, Tang Contemporary, The Farkash Gallery, and more.
Until Jan 27; 11am-7pm at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall A. Free.
Saturday, Jan 26
Aussie-owned brewery Little Creatures celebrates its home country with a limited edition Creatures of Oz pale ale, plus BBQ bites, DJ tunes, and kid activities thrown into the mix. If you’re one of the first 50 locals dressed in green and gold or one of the first 50 Australians to turn up, EP in hand, you’ll get your first beer on the house all year-round.
Noon-late at Little Creatures.
Bikini Bar’s beach party is back for its sixth year, featuring The Marisol and Inertia with their brand of rock classics and feel good tunes.
3pm-late at Bikini Bar, Sentosa. Free.
DJ/producer Benzi, one half of TWRK duo, stops by Zouk for a night of thumping originals and remixes.
10pm-late at Zouk. Men $45, women $35.
Hailed as the “rock star of mind reading”, this Australia’s Got Talent mentalist will bring his talents to town to predict and influence the audience’s thoughts and abilities at his show here.
6:30pm at Capitol Theatre. $78-$140.
Somebody call 911, ‘cause Sean Kingston’s in the building… at nightclub Bang Bang to sing about his beautiful girls burning up the dance floor. The venue opens its doors at 10pm, but it’s worth noting the singer will only take the stage at 12:30am (if he’s on time — you know how these things go).
10pm-late at Bang Bang. $45.
Sunday, Jan 27
Ice Cream Sundays: Boogie at the Barracks #2
The closing party for Singapore Art Week’s S.E.A. Focus at Gillman Barracks is an outdoor shindig, with DJs mixing house, disco, funk, and boogie, alongside a pop-up bar by the Ice Cream Sundays team, popsicles by Popbar SG, and a live mural hosted by Mural Lingo.
2pm-10pm at Gillman Barracks. Free.
Smack My Beach Up: Australia Day
Also on the topic of celebrating Australia, Tanjong Beach Club is throwing a party with meat platters, Aussie DJ Andrew M, and rounds of beer pong.
2pm-10pm at Tanjong Beach Club. Free.
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