Calling all culture vultures. These art exhibitions in Singapore are right up your alley!
Kicking off 2025 with a bang, Singapore’s bursting with things to do! Looking for the best art exhibitions in Singapore? You’re in the right place. Bookmark this page, art lovers – we’ll keep you updated with the year’s most exciting showcases and creative happenings.
Art exhibitions in Singapore 2025
1. Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2025
Until 25 January
Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2025 is back to light up Kampong Gelam as part of Singapore Art Week. This dynamic celebration of urban art, street culture, and creative expression features Tailored: Bore & Stroke, an edgy exhibition blending custom automotive culture with urban art and fashion.
Check out open studios, live graffiti sessions, skateboarding tryouts, and workshops led by talented artists. Don’t miss the Creators Marketplace, dance showcases, and roving DJ trishaw parties. With murals, music, and endless creativity, it’s your chance to embrace the buzz and leave your mark in this vibrant cultural enclave!
Ticket prices: mostly free; $5 per pax for selected events
Opening hours: 12pm till late
Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2025, multiple locations including Aliwal Arts Centre and Aliwal Carpark
2. The World of Studio Ghibli
Until 2 February 2025
Calling all Studio Ghibli fans! This is the studio’s first showcase in Singapore, featuring innovative animation, storytelling, and iconic characters that have touched our hearts for nearly 40 years. Explore 11 galleries that’ll take you on a journey through beloved films like My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and Howl’s Moving Castle.
Ticket prices: from $24
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm (Sunday – Thursday, last admission: 6pm); 10am – 9pm (Friday – Saturday, last admission: 8.15pm)
The World of Studio Ghibli, Artscience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
3. Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?
Until 2 February 2025
In the latest instalment of the National Gallery Singapore’s SG Artist series, veteran artist Teo Eng Seng showcases his new exhibition highlighting local and global events from the mid-20th century. Divided into two sections, this exhibition invites you to explore Teo’s unique artistic style, inspired by his experiences and observations.
Ticket prices: Special Exhibition or All Access pass (from $10) is required for entry
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm, daily (last admission: 6.30pm)
Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St. Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957
4. Monet Inside, Gustav Klimt: Timeless Beauty, and Van Gogh Inside: Love, Vincent
From 24 January
Ever wondered what it’d be like to step into Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Klimt’s The Kiss, or Monet’s Water Lilies? Well, wonder no more. You’ll now be able to witness these masterpieces come to life in a 60- to 80-minute immersive art experience. With giant six-metre screens, immersive soundtracks, and stunning projections, you’ll journey through Van Gogh’s emotional universe, Klimt’s golden beauty, and Monet’s serene landscapes. Each day offers something new, blending art, tech, and storytelling into a whole new way of experiencing the world’s most iconic artists.
Ticket prices: From $16
Opening hours: 10am – 8pm
Monet Inside, Gustav Klimt: Timeless Beauty, and Van Gogh Inside: Love, Vincent, Level 3, Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
5. Singapore Art Week 2025
17 – 26 January
Get ready for the highly anticipated celebration of the visual arts as Singapore Art Week (SAW) returns for its 13th edition. For 10 days, art will take over the island with over 130 thrilling visual arts experiences. From open-call projects and collector shows to cultural institutions and galleries, there’s no shortage of exciting ways to engage with art. You might have already noticed art programmes like Light to Night Singapore, ART SG, and S.E.A Focus across the island.
Ticket prices: admission prices vary
Opening hours: vary depending on the event
Singapore Art Week 2025, multiple locations including the Civic District, Marina Bay, and Tanjong Pagar
6. Celebrations: Tradition Reimagined
Until 12 February
Celebrations: Tradition Reimagined is a stunning collaboration between renowned Singaporean artist Goh Beng Kwan and eco-conscious furniture brand Commune. Taking over Commune’s flagship showroom at Millenia Walk, this art exhibition showcases 40 breathtaking collages and mixed-media works crafted from recycled red packets (from his wife’s personal collection, dating to the 60s) and sustainable materials. Goh’s visionary artistry transforms nostalgic ang baos into contemporary masterpieces, brimming with auspicious symbols and joyful colours that reflect the spirit of Chinese New Year.
Ticket prices: free
Opening hours: 11.30am – 9pm (weekdays), 11am – 9pm (weekends)
Celebrations: Tradition Reimagined, Commune Lifestyle, #02-52, Millenia Walk, 9 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039596
7. Amazônia: Photographs by Sebastião Salgado
Until 2 March
Step into the lush majesty of the Amazon rainforest through the lens of celebrated Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado. Amazônia: Photographs by Sebastião Salgado makes its Asia-Pacific debut. This exhibition features over 200 striking black-and-white photographs, showcasing the awe-inspiring beauty and fragility of one of the world’s most vital ecosystems. From breathtaking landscapes to the lives of Indigenous communities, Salgado’s work is both a visual feast and a powerful call for conservation. Don’t miss this journey into the “lungs of the world.”
Ticket prices: $11 (Singaporeans and PRs); $24 for foreign residents
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm, daily (last admission at 6.30pm)
Amazônia: Photographs by Sebastião Salgado, National Museum of Singapore, Exhibition Gallery 1 and 2, Basement, 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
8. Disobedient Bodies – Reclaiming Her
Until 8 March
Eight trailblazing female artists from across Asia come together to challenge stereotypes and celebrate autonomy. Curated by Loredana Pazzini-Paracciani, this powerful exhibition features new and recent works spanning painting, sculpture, video, and more. From recycled red packets transformed into art to haunting sculptures of motherhood and resilience, you’ll get an experience that explores gender, identity, and cultural narratives with raw honesty.
Ticket prices: free
Opening hours: 11am – 6pm (Tuesday – Friday); 11am – 7pm (Saturdays)
Disobedient Bodies – Reclaiming Her, Sundaram Tagore Singapore, #01-05, Gillman Barracks, 5 Lock Road, Singapore 108933
9. {still} life by Space Objekt
Until 9 March 2025
This mind-bending exhibition will turn your perspective upside down – literally! Reflective surfaces of all shapes and sizes invite you to take a peek and venture into a world of unexpected encounters. Look down, and you’ll find yourself gazing at the sky; look up, and behold the ground beneath your feet.
These cleverly positioned mirrors act as picture frames, unveiling the stark contrasts between the old and the new, the natural and artificial, the public and the private. You’ll be drawn closer to the hidden gems and forgotten treasures, as the past comes alive in the present. {still} life captures the essence of Singapore’s urban spirit, where history and innovation collide in a whirlwind of views that will leave you in awe.
Ticket prices: free
Opening hours: daily
{still} life by Space Objekt, Duxton Plain Park, Entrance at Yan Kit Road, Public outdoor work, New Bridge Road, Singapore 089140
10. Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui
Until 18 May
Back from its celebrated run at the Venice Biennale, Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui lands at the Singapore Art Museum as part of Singapore Art Week. This thought-provoking exhibition unveils the hidden world of Singapore’s secondary forests, featuring sambar deer, elusive owls, and sparrowhawks through stunning multimedia works.
Highlights include the expanded Trash Stratum and immersive installations that blend sights, sounds, and stories. Perfect for art and nature enthusiasts, Seeing Forest invites you to explore the wild beauty thriving quietly amidst urban life.
Ticket prices: free for Singaporeans and PRs; from $5 for tourists and foreign residents
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm, daily (last entry 6.30pm)
Seeing Forest by Robert Zhao Renhui, Level 3, Gallery 3, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065
11. Pagoda Odyssey 1915: From Shanghai to San Francisco
Until 1 June 2025
Reuniting a stunning collection of 84 hand-carved model pagodas over a century apart, this exhibition takes you on a tour from Shanghai to San Francisco. Each model, intricately crafted and based on real structures, showcases the rich diversity of iconic pagodas across different regions and historical periods, offering a glimpse into China’s architectural heritage.
Alongside Towers of Faith, a photography display of religious landmarks in Singapore, and Journey into the Pagoda, a thrilling virtual reality experience, Pagoda Odyssey promises an immersive exploration through time and culture.
Ticket prices: from $25
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm (Saturday – Thursday); 10am – 9pm (Fridays)
Pagoda Odyssey 1915: From Shanghai to San Francisco, Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
12. Everyday Practices
Until 20 July 2025
Singapore Art Museum (SAM) unveils its new gallery at Tanjong Pagar Distripark with the exhibition Everyday Practices. Featuring works from 19 artists and one collective across 10 Asian countries, this exhibition draws inspiration from Tehching Hsieh’s One Year Performance 1978–1979 and explores the themes of “everyday,” “repetition,” and “endurance.” The artworks highlight how daily routines and lived experiences transform into powerful statements of resilience.
Ticket prices: free for Singaporeans and PRs
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm, daily
Everyday Practices, Tanjong Distripark, #01-02, 39 Keppel Road, Singapore 089065
13. Batik Nyonyas: Three Generations of Art and Entrepreneurship
Until 31 August 2025
We love batik fashion but do you know the rich history behind the garment? This exhibition tells the incredible story of three generations of visionary Peranakan women who transformed batik into a thriving business. From intricate hand-drawn patterns to bold, unexpected colours, these women were true pioneers in their craft. With over 200 stunning batik pieces on display, plus interactive stations where you can discover your own batik style, the exhibition has plenty to keep you hooked. Add in a contemporary art twist, and it’s the perfect mix of tradition and modern creativity.
Ticket prices: $6 (Singaporeans and PRs); $18 (tourists and foreign citizens)
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm (Saturday to Thursday); 10am – 9pm (Fridays)
Batik Nyonyas: Three Generations of Art and Entrepreneurship, Special Exhibition Gallery, Peranakan Museum, 39 Armenian Street, Singapore 179941
14. Borealis: Experience the northern lights amidst our Supertrees
Ongoing
Northern lights in Singapore? You read that right. Created by Swiss artist Dan Acher, Borealis blends layers of light and cloud particles to replicate the magic of the aurora borealis. To enhance the experience, it features an atmospheric soundtrack by French composer Guillaume Desbois. See sit back, relax, and enjoy the magical projections. Remember to check the website for the latest show timings. And unfortunately, the show will be cancelled if it rains.
Ticket prices: free
Opening hours: 8pm – 8.30pm (Mondays); 9pm – 9.30pm (Saturdays – Sundays)
Borealis: Experience the northern lights amidst our Supertrees, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
15. Textile Masters to the World: The Global Desire for Indian Cloth
Ongoing
Get ready for Textile Masters to the World: The Global Desire for Indian Cloth, where exquisite garments and fabrics will transport you from India to the farthest corners of the world and back again. Step into the Fashion and Textiles Gallery and be dazzled by 27 breathtaking pieces that carry the historic legacy of Indian textile production. From the 14th to 19th century, these fabrics were like cultural ambassadors, traversing continents and creating connections between India, the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and Europe!
You’re also getting an exclusive look as these textile treasures haven’t been showcased in over a decade. Prepare to be enchanted as the showcase reveals trade, fashion, furnishing, gift exchanges, and cherished heirlooms.
Ticket prices: free for Singaporeans and PRs, from $25 for foreign residents
Opening hours: 10am – 7pm (Saturday to Thursday); 10am – 9pm (Fridays)
Textile Masters to the World: The Global Desire for Indian Cloth, Fashion and Textiles Gallery, L3, Asian Civilisations Museum 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
16. Future World: Where Art Meets Science
Ongoing
We know that just about everyone’s been to this IG-worthy permanent exhibition at the ArtScience Museum. And for good reason! We’re happy to report that they’ve upgraded the space with new works. In collaboration with the international art collective teamLab, the museum now offers three new installations. The new collection is titled Exploring New Frontiers. You’ll find interactive artworks that move and change as you explore. We don’t wanna spoil it for you, so discover the excitement for yourself at the museum!
Ticket prices: from $25 (adult); from $20 (child)
Opening hours: Sunday – Thursday: 10am – 7pm (last admission: 6pm); Friday – Saturday: 10am – 9pm (last admission: 8.15pm)
Future World: Where Art Meets Science, ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
17. Museum of Ice Cream
Ongoing
We scream for ice cream! The lush enclave of Dempsey is home to the world-famous Museum of Ice Cream. Originating from New York City, the museum is known for its interactive, ‘gram-friendly exhibits. The Singapore outpost features 14 never-before-seen installations. Start at the sprinkle pool before exploring a pink and yellow jungle filled with 10,000 bananas. And what’s a museum about ice cream without the icy treat? As you’re guided through the pastel wonderland, you’ll be treated to unique ice cream treats.
Ticket prices: from $35
Opening hours: 10.00am – 7.00pm, daily (last admission: 6pm)
Museum of Ice Cream, 100 Loewen Road, Singapore 248837
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