Weekend Warrior: May 26-28

Go get your last look at the New Majestic Hotel’s two-day fest before the boutique hotel closes for good. Photo: New Majestic Hotel
Go get your last look at the New Majestic Hotel’s two-day fest before the boutique hotel closes for good. Photo: New Majestic Hotel

A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.


Friday, May 26

Nordic Adventures with Sanrio characters

Wave hello to cutesy Sanrio characters such as Hello Kitty, Pompompurin, Cinnamoroll, My Melody, Gudetama and Little Twin Stars as they bop their way through the airport today. But if you miss out on them, you can still pop by for the month-long event to check out the Nordic exhibition (complete with a Northern Lights video display) and the snow funhouse.

Until June 26; Fri 7pm-11pm, after which it will be daily noon-11pm at Changi Airport, Terminal 3, Departure Hall public area. Free.

 

Saturday, May 27

Faber-Castell Art Festival

Look forward to nine days of workshops with art makers, an art exhibition by local artists, two record-breaking events, and a family-friendly coloring competition at the inaugural art fest.

Until June 4, daily 11am-9pm at Marina Square Central Atrium. Free; ticketed for workshops.

Multiply: A Majestic Playground

Before we say goodbye to the 11-year-old New Majestic Hotel on Bukit Pasoh Road, Keepers x Straits Clan will be taking over the 30-room space with a medley of artists, tattoo artists, craftsmen, designers, chefs and more. Come with a wad of cash and work your way through the food stalls, bars, pop-up ateliers and workshops.

Until May 28; 11am-10pm at New Majestic Hotel. Free.

Music @ Empress

For a chillax Saturday, take a stroll along Connaught Drive and listen to tunes by the likes of Ken Loh, Jawn and Disco Hue.

6pm-7.30pm at Civic District. Free.

Open Deck

The annual fundraising market features photography and printmaking workshops, performances by acts like Intriguant and NADA, and products by Basheer Graphic Books, The Lorem Ipsum Store, Holycrap and more.

Until May 28; Sat noon-10pm, Sun noon-6pm at DECK. Free.

Organic-Friendly Farmer’s Market

Stock up your pantry with healthy goods like organic veggies, fruits, spices and herbs, as well as locally-made sauces, extra virgin olive oil and other condiments.

9.30am-4pm at Hotel Jen Orchardgateway Singapore. Free.

Park Art Here

Art market organizers The Local People turns three, and to celebrate, it’s transforming the fifth floor of Golden Mile Tower car park into — of course —an art market filled with vendors, fundraising games, live music, art installations and more.

6pm-midnight at Golden Mile Tower. Free.

Peranakan Festival

The month-long fest focusing on Peranakan culture features performances, art and craft workshops, heritage exhibitions, cooking sessions, and high tea afternoons serving up traditional Peranakan goodies.

Every weekend until June 17; 11am-6pm at Claymore Connect. Free; ticketed for workshops and high tea.

The Spirit of Resilience

Join author Charmaine Leung at the launch of her book about her growing up years on Keong Saik Road in the ’70s — back when it was a red light district and her mother was the madame of a brothel. After the session, stay back from 5pm till 7pm for post-launch drinks.

4pm-7pm at 15A Keong Saik Rd. 

 

Sunday, May 28

Russell Howard

UK comedian Russell Howard brings his comedy tour ‘Round the World to our shores for a night of LOLs. Catch him in action to perk up the end of your week.

8pm at Kallang Theatre. $88-$148.

Sunday Roast Dinner

Feast on three types of roast: chicken, beef or pork belly ($25/plate) with sides like Yorkshire pudding, cauliflower and cheese, and sautéed veggies. There’ll also be beer, cocktails and house pour spirits at $10 each for the entire night.

5.30pm-10.30pm at The Lokal.



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