A quick digest of the coolest weekend happenings in Singapore.
Friday, Nov 10
Residents of neighborhoods like Jurong, Ang Mo Kio, Tampines, Yishun, Woodlands, Toa Payoh, Yew Tee, and Bedok won’t even have to leave their comfort zone to check out the arts scene in Singapore, with over 40 activities and performances making their way to these areas across the next three weeks.
Until Nov 26; various timings at various locations. Free.
Just in time for the festive season, get all your shopping done at this retail market that displays scores of indie brands and socially responsible labels featuring apparel, accessories, homeware, and more.
Until Nov 12; Fri 9am-8pm, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm at The F1 Pit Building, L2 & 3. Free.
The festival returns with screenings across three locations and 16 titles, from action thrillers and heart-warming dramas to witty comedies and children’s tales.
Until Nov 19; various timings at Shaw Theatres Lido, Alliance Française, and The Projector. $13.
If you’re feeling peckish after retail therapy this weekend, head over to Ion Orchard to sample dishes from eateries like Prata Wala, Taste Asia, Chef-in-Box, Shake Salad, and more.
Until Nov 13; 10am-9pm at B4 Ion Station, Ion Orchard. Free.
The series welcomes names like Bernhoft, Shugo Tokumaru, and Feist to Esplanade for performances over the week.
Until Nov 14; various timings at Esplanade. $25-$148.
The hills are alive… with the sound of music. Sing along to classic favorites like My Favorite Things, Sixteen Going on Seventeen, and Do-Re-Mi as the Broadway production returns to town.
Until Dec 3; various timings at Sands Theatre, Mastercard Theatres at Marina Bay Sands. $65-$185.
Long known for being a shore-side haven to dance the night (and morning) away to pulsing techno and house beats, the Bandwagon Riverboat series is now sailing into different waters: the realm of emo (with EMONIGHTSG) and indie rock (with EATMEPOPTART).
8pm-3am at Stewords Riverboat, Marina South Pier. Limited tickets left at the door, $45.
Saturday, Nov 11
HomeBrew Co-Op and Fat Lulu’s have joined forces to bring you a party full of homebrewed beers and BBQ bites like spicy pork ribs and mesquite-smoked chicken wings. Each item comes with a price tag of $4, and don’t forget your cash to purchase coupon bundles. All proceeds will go to The Food Bank Singapore.
3pm-7pm at HomeBrew Co-Op. $20/coupon book.
The fest features carnival games, movie screenings, inflatable castles, life-sized Jenga blocks, and sessions with tips on how to maintain work-life balance or prepare healthy foods.
Until Nov 12; 11am-8:30pm at Singapore Sports Hub & Kallang Wave Mall. Free.
The celebration of music and art at Gillman Barracks includes the tunes of house, funk, and disco, with a pop-up bar serving up beer and house pours, as well as sausages, burgers, and gelato popsicles.
5pm-midnight at 9 Lock Rd. Free.
Sunday, Nov 12
Walking Books Tour: 17A Keong Saik Road
Stroll down Keong Saik Road with author Charmaine Leung as she recalls memories of growing up in a shophouse in the 1970s, when the area was a prominent red-light district.
9:30am-11pm, meet outside Sri Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple at 73 Keong Saik Rd. $30, includes a copy of the book.
Yoga Apparels Charity Flea Market
Bring a wad of cash with you to this flea market, which hawks yoga apparel — 30 percent of the total proceeds will go to the Singapore Cancer Society.
Noon-3pm at Club Yoga. Free.
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