A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, July 27
This roving exhibit, which will go from Suntec City to Changi Airport Terminal 4 to the Central Public Library and other libraries, features the winning entries of the #WhatMakesSG photographer contest held in April, showcasing different perspectives of Singapore.
Until July 29 at Suntec City West Atrium. Free.
Anessa Pop-up
The skincare brand’s pop-up space in Orchard features a “testing station” and “sensory station” for interested passers-by to experiment with the sun care products in contact with water and find out more about their benefits. You can also purchase the latest range from its vending machine for up to 25 percent off, and try your hand at the game booth to possibly walk away with free Anessa items.
Until Aug 12; daily 10am-10pm outside Ngee Ann City.
Activities at this festival about food and cooking include a collection of expired food items used to construct 3D sake and sushi structures, a cooking demonstration for healthier meals, and craft workshops on clay fridge magnets and tote bag designing.
Until Aug 19; various timings at Hougang Mall.
Keepers Playground of Infinite Happiness
This 10-day design festival features more than 100 local (or locally-based) makers and craftsmen, with art installations going on throughout and retail pop-ups happening over the two weekends.
Until Aug 5, 11am-9pm at National Design Centre. Free.
On the Block: The Substation Film Fest Weekend
Film titles like Aquarius, Western, Land and Shade, and West of the Tracks (a free screening of Wang Bing’s nine-hour opus) feature on the line-up.
Until July 29; 7:15pm-9:30pm at The Substation. Individual passes $8-$12; season pass $20-$30.
Celebrate everything you love about poetry with a poetic play, poetry workshops, poetry readings, panel discussions, reading showcases and more at The Arts House.
Until July 29; various timings at The Arts House. $6-$10 for ticketed sessions.
Try 10 limited edition noodle bowls at this food fest, including highlights like Kajiken’s Okinawa Mazesoba and Men-Men Tei’s Jiro-style Aburi Chashu Ramen, alongside stage performances and a soeed-eating competition featuring Chao Chao Gyoza, Nissin, and Kokoro Ramen.
Until July 29; Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 11am-9pm at The Forum B1, Resorts World Sentosa.
This night of boisterous debauchery is all about the ‘80s, with early cocktails and nibbles, a screening of the Baz Luhrmann movie hosted by Becca D’Bus, and an after-party hoe down.
8pm-late at The Projector. Movie and party $30, party only $10.
The Last Shake – Final Party at Amoy Street
At this farewell event, say goodbye to cocktail bars Jigger & Pony and Sugarhall as you know them at Amoy Street. The former will be re-opening at Amara Singapore in September, but the latter will be off for a rum hunt until its (possible) return.
6pm-late at Jigger & Pony and Sugarhall.
Saturday, July 28
Behind the Game: Exploring History Through Assassin’s Creed
Producer Matthew Thorpe and his team offer a behind-the-scenes glance into Ubisoft Singapore’s innovative and technological role in the game Assassin’s Creed.
2pm-4pm at L1 The Salon, National Museum of Singapore. Free with registration.
The second installation of this collab between Ice Cream Sundays and Darker Than Wax features Funk Bstrd, Daryl C, Fzpz, Toppings, and Bongomann behind the decks with the beats of house, funk, disco, and hip hop, as well as bites by Two Men Bagel House.
5pm-midnight at a secret location. Free.
Sunday, July 29
Menu items at this Park Bench Deli and Rumah Makan Minang collab include beef rendang burger, grilled cheese toastie with Minang curry chicken dip, and beef rendang with sambal fried prawns and curry leaf fried chicken wings.
Noon-sold out at Park Bench Deli.
Quayside Sunday Floral Market
Hello Flowers returns to Quayside for a Sunday afternoon to sell its floral arrangements of roses, peonies, tulips, and lavender. Also look out for a DIP potpourri station with dried petals and organic essential oils, and sessions on the art of floral arrangement.
11am-4pm at Quayside.
