Looking for things to do in Singapore this weekend? Here’s your guide to the best events and activities happening around town this weekend.
Fun things to do in Singapore this weekend are abundant, from checking out cool cafes, bars and restaurants, to exciting things to do in Singapore in May. Bookmark this page if you’re always on the lookout for limited-time menus, parties, and news on all the new events happening during the weekend. Remember to keep up to date with what’s happening in Singapore! Lets hop on to the list of fun things to do in Singapore this weekend.
Things to do this weekend in Singapore
1. [Free!] Block Party at Our Tampines Hub
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We know Our Tampines Hub isn’t the first place you might think of when we talk about cool block parties. But hear us out! Block Party is bringing the biggest Gen Z party to the east. Think food, drinks, activities, and a day full of fun for all ages. Grab treats from Sweet Cheeks and Pralet, bites from Nice Rice and Satay & Co, and drinks from Rumifolks and Two Sisters Smoothies. Those are just a glimpse of the vendors who will be popping up this weekend!
Activity-wise, there’ll be basketball challenges, an Instax photobooth, barber cuts while you play FIFA FC26, free junk journalling sessions, Beyblade challenges, and a pop-up from Aliwal Chess Club.
When: 23 May 2026, 12pm to 10pm
How much: Free admission
Where: Block Party at Our Tampines Hub, 1 Tampines Walk, Singapore 528523
2. [Free!] Polo Play pop-up
A new immersive retail experience is popping up at Jewel Changi Airport, and it’s none other than Ralph Lauren Polo’s Polo Play! It spotlights the new season of bags, defined by bold colours, playful silhouettes, and effortless versatility. We’re loving the clean, minimalistic shape and pops of vibrant colours! Exclusive pop-up experiences you can look forward to include free stickers, an interactive photo booth, and live fashion illustrations on the weekends.
When: Until 29 May 2026; daily, 10am to 10pm
How much: Free admission
Where: Polo Play pop-up, Level 1, Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, Singapore 819666
3. [Free!] The Scholar’s Gathering
Connoisseurs of artisanal clothes must make time for The Scholar’s Gathering happening this weekend. Organised by A Looming Lily in collaboration with Tokonoma, Songs From The Pantry, and Kurasu, you’ll spend an afternoon browsing handmade clothes and objects. It’s an invitation to slow down, browse, and graze.
When: 23 to 24 May 2026, 12pm to 8pm
How much: Free admission
Where: The Scholar’s Gathering, #03-10, 16 Shaw Road, Singapore 367954
4. Get Some’s 4th Beerth Day
If you were there at Get Some’s third birthday party, you’ll know it was an absolute blast. This beloved local beer spot is now celebrating its fourth anniversary and wants to make it even wilder than before. Food, drinks, music, games, giveaways – it’s everything you’ll love and more. Round up your friends, the kiddos, and even the pups for a full day of celebration.
When: 23 May 2026, 12pm till late
How much: Free admission
Where: Get Some’s 4th Beerth Day, #01-11, Labrador Tower, 1 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118479
5. Social Run & Ice Bath Rave
We heard about daytime raves and coffee raves, but how about an ice bath rave? Kodo and the Ice Bath Club are giving us a new reason to be up before 8am, and it’s definitely a fun one! You’ll be starting off with a 5km run (at 7:30 pace!) at East Coast Park. After working up a sweat, you’ll head back to the Ice Bath Club to dunk yourself in freezing water while DJs Phoeniks and Tsaiduck spin up some afro, tech house, and chill house beats. Your ticket gives you full access to the cold plunge, hot bath, sauna, and shower.
When: 24 May 2026, 8.30am to 12pm
How much: Tickets start from $69.22
Where: Social Run & Ice Bath Rave, Ice Bath Club, 332/338 Tanjong Katong Road, Singapore 4373107
6. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
If you’ve ever wanted to step into a giant fever dream fuelled by chocolate and childhood nostalgia, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory is your golden ticket. The musical is whimsical, wildly colourful and delightfully over-the-top, with dazzling sets, catchy tunes and enough theatrical magic to make you forget adulthood exists for two hours.
Willy Wonka and Charlie Bucket are the ultimate dynamic duo: one eccentric and mysterious, the other sweet and wide-eyed. Together, they carry the show with charm and heart. At the gala premiere, the cast was clearly having a blast, and so were we. Expect cheeky laughs, energetic performances, and visuals that look like a candy store that exploded into a confetti of fun.
P.S. before the show, don’t miss Janice Wong’s edible chocolate photo wall at the theatre entrance (yes, it tastes as good as it sounds). And keep your eyes peeled for surprise Golden Tickets hidden beneath selected seats!
When: Until 14 June 2026
How much: Tickets from $98
Where: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Sands Theatre, The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018971
7. Horatio’s Curious Companions: James Kamja
For this month’s edition of Horatio’s Curious Companions, our fantastical traveller has invited Emerging Bartender of the Year 2025 of Bangkok, James Kamja. Bar manager of Lennon’s Bangkok, James, will be presenting a selection of drinks from his Bangkok Beats menu. Thai ingredients, classic dishes, and desserts are reinterpreted into a drinkable form. Highlights include the Mando-tini inspired by mango sticky rice, Fad Thai Sour inspired by pad thai, and the Sago Regroni inspired by Thai sago desserts.
When: 22 May 2026, 8pm till late
How much: Cocktails vary in price
Where: Horatio’s Curious Companions: James Kamja, 26 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098140
8. [Free!] Filmhouse’s Bizarro Bazaar
As part of Filmhouse’s opening launch, it’s hosting a one-day-only market for music, merch, magazines, and mischief. The Bizarro Bazaar brings a merry band of vendors offering an absolutely stacked selection of records, CDs, cassettes, and merchandise. You’re welcome to crate dig to your heart’s content and unearth bargains, rare finds, and soak up vibes with the vinyl DJs playing throughout the event.
When: 23 May 2026, 2pm to 8pm
How much: Free admission
Where: Filmhouse’s Bizarro Bazaar, Level 5, Golden Mile Tower, 6001 Beach Road, Singapore 199589
9. Cloudhouse rooftop takeover
Surprise, surprise! Nightlife actually isn’t dead in Singapore – it just looks a little different with a sprinkling of guerrilla. Cloudhouse is a fabulous example of this! We bet the mysterious minimalist marketing drew your eye, because it definitely caught ours. This collective has been taking over rooftops since 2024 with its pop-up parties that only the coolest people know about. Now, you’re one of them! This time, it’s taking over Nova’s sky-high roof. And we’re expecting it to be the party of the season.
When: 23 May 2026, 10pm to 3am
How much: Tickets start from $25
Where: Cloudhouse rooftop takeover, Level 63, Nova, 1 Raffles Place, Singapore 048616
10. Nutmeg Cocktail Fiesta
Nutmeg & Clove is hosting its 12th annual Nutmeg Cocktail Fiesta, and it’s one of the events in Singapore’s bar calendar. Casual sippers and convivial imbibers alike are invited to Nutmeg & Clove for a line-up of bartending talents from around the world. We’re seeing talents from Rome, New York, Washington D.C., Mexico City, Sao Paulo and Singapore take the reins. And on top of unique drinks, you can savour regional food pairings, collaborative menus, and cross-cultural exchanges.
When: 24 to 31 May 2026
How much: Varies with each cocktail
Where: Nutmeg Cocktail Fiesta, 8 Purvis Street, Singapore 188587
11. [Free!] Pokémon Pokopia hits the road with Nintendo Switch 2
Who’s that Pokémon? It’s the Pokémon Pokopia truck! On the back of the game’s global launch, you can jump straight into the action and give Pokémon Pokopia a test run. This 24-foot-long truck has been converted into a full-blown gaming station, allowing fans of all ages to enter an interactive gaming space with comfy seating and even air conditioning. Simply register your name, and you’ll be in line for a quick 20-minute test session of Pokémon Pokopia!
While waiting, kids can occupy themselves with the colouring station or snap pictures with a special Pokémon Pokopia backdrop. Psst: we hear that Pikachu will also be making a special appearance on select weekends! Will you be the lucky trainer who spots him?
When: Every weekend until 4 June 2026; 10am to 10pm
How much: Free admission
Where: Pokémon Pokopia hits the road with Nintendo Switch 2, check the Pokemon official social media for where the truck is headed!
12. Passion is Volcanic: Desire in Southeast Asian Art
2026 must be a year of firsts, because National Gallery Singapore is hosting its first-ever R18 exhibition! Passion is Volcanic features intimate presentations of over 70 artworks exploring desire, sexuality, and the human body. Each theme has shaped artistic practices and discourse in Southeast Asia, and you might be able to identify them if you look beyond the initial erotic displays. Due to the nature of this exhibit, photography is prohibited at the exhibition and age verification will be conducted at the door.
When: 24 April to 30 August 2026
How much: Tickets start from $5
Where: Passion is Volcanic: Desire in Southeast Asian Art, City Hall Wing, Level 4, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrews Road, Singapore 178957
13. [Free!] Singapore HeritageFest 2026
This weekend, the city will be bursting to life with maritime-themed events celebrating Singapore’s heritage. All eyes are on Homeground @ ACM Green. The lawn of the Asian Civilisations Museum has been transformed into a one-stop hub, breathing life into Singapore’s maritime traditions with a central exhibition and weekend activities. Beyond that, sign yourself up for workshops, tours, and adventures to kelongs!
When: 1 to 24 May 2026
How much: Free with some ticketed events
Where: Singapore Heritage Fest, multiple locations including Asian Civilisations Museum, ArCH Square, Thian Hock Keng Temple, and more
14. European Film Festival 2026
Returning for its 35th edition, the European Film Festival invites you to discover contemporary European cinema. With 29 film screenings from over 23 European countries, this year’s festival sees several inaugural collaborations and highlights such as its first collaboration with a school and a new partnership with Earth In Focus Singapore Nature Film Festival.
When: 23 April to 24 May 2026
How much: Tickets start from $16.50
Where: European Film Festival 2026, #05-00, Filmhouse, Golden Mile Tower, 6001 Beach Road, Singapore 199589
15. Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue
Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue is making its first Asia stop in our Lion City, and it’s set to be a dream for Minecraft fans in Singapore. Thanks to motion tracking magic, you get to go on an hour-long quest into the Minecraft world. Take your Orb of Interaction and fight mobs, gather resources, and collaborate with others to save villagers under siege from a zombie attack. Remember to grab some exclusive merch (both physical and digital) on your way out! Psst: check out our Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue review to get more details.
When: 24 April to 13 September 2026
How much: Tickets start from $46 for adults and $40 for children
Where: Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue, Green Canvas, Mandai Wildlife Reserve, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
16. Visit ICON Link@ClubStreet
There’s a new neighbourhood hangout blooming, and it’s all happening right under your noses! ICON Link@ClubStreet is a new underground dining and retail hub, giving you extra convenient access to the Chinatown-Telok Ayer area. Spanning almost 20,000 square feet, you’ll find yourself surrounded by thoughtfully created murals spotlighting Chinatown’s rich culture and heritage. Need a getaway from the blazing sun? Head down for F&B picks like Super Ngon, Cooking Panda, The Gem of Nyonya, and more before shopping your heart out through the retail and lifestyle offerings.
When: Ongoing
How much: Free admission
Where: Visit ICON Link@ClubStreet, 8 Club Street, Singapore 069472
17. Grab your F1 merch at Audi House of Progress
Are you geared up for this year’s F1 Singapore Grand Prix? Because we sure are, and if you aren’t, we think snagging some of the latest merch will get you into the mood. Be one of the first few in Singapore to get the new Audi Revolut F1 Team merch! Think hats, t-shirts, lanyards, shorts, slides, and more. While you’re there, be sure to have a coffee and some bites at the cafe! The menu got a facelift recently and features some delectable reimagined German classics cooked up by Dave Pynt and the Burnt Ends Bakery team.
When: Ongoing; daily, 10am to 7pm
How much: Merchandise starts from $40
Where: Grab your F1 merch at Audi House of Progress,18 Cross Street, Singapore 048423
18. [Free!] The Everyday Museum
The next time you’re out in the office, see if you can spy some sneaky artworks while you’re taking your walk to lunch! Spotlighting the shifting movements in Singapore’s Central Business District, Singapore-based artists have been invited to create works that sneakily slip into spaces between buildings and pedestrian paths.
When: Until 31 December 2027
How much: Free to view
Where: The Everyday Museum, multiple locations around the Central Business District
19. Voilah! France Singapore Festival 2026
With 26 programmes hosted across the island, the Voilah! France Singapore Festival is returning with a bang. From arts and culture to gastronomy, science, and lifestyle, this diverse lineup of offerings means there’ll be something for everyone. But one of the key highlights we’re looking forward to is the Voilah! French Food Market at VivoCity. Producers and importers are set to showcase some of France’s finest produce. Think cheese, delicatessen, pastries, breads, wines, and more. You can also look forward to live demonstrations by chef Sebastian Lepinoy of Les Amis and chef Jeremy Gillon, previously from Jag.
When: 25 April to 20 June 2026
How much: Free with some ticketed events
Where: Voilah! France Singapore Festival 2026, multiple locations including Filmhouse, VivoCity, Victoria Concert Hall, and more
20. Exploria
A new attraction is coming to Mandai Wildlife Reserve, and we can attest, you’ll have the time of your life when you visit! Exploria is set to be one of Southeast Asia’s largest indoor, nature-themed multimedia attractions. Experience extraordinary environments and phenomena rarely accessible to humans. This is practically everything from the prehistoric eras and extreme habitats to microscopic ecosystems and the ocean’s depths.
The experience is split into five worlds – Realm of the Giants, Micro Worlds, Bitdeer AI Extreme Frontiers, Infinite Wonderland, and World of Darkness. Each comes with its own interactive elements like installations, augmented reality experiences, virtual reality simulations, and more.
When: Ongoing; Monday to Friday, 11am to 8pm; Saturday to Sunday and public holidays, 11am to 9pm
How much: Tickets start from $38
Where: Exploria, 80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729826
21. Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie
Chagee fans, you know your favourite tea brand has made it when it launches a collab with the Asian Civilisations Museum and the Singapore Tourism Board. Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie is a new immersive showcase that invites you to explore tea with all your senses.
With historic collections, works by local artists, and contemporary interpretations, the exhibition spotlights sculptural installations, cool soundscapes, and fragrance experiences. P.S. the pop-up also features two Chagee plush charms that you can purchase!
When: 28 January to 7 June 2026
How much: Part of ACM’s All Access ticket; $12 for Singaporeans and PRs, $25 for tourists
Where: Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie, Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
22. Dopamine Land
Dopamine Land Singapore has finally arrived! This love letter to our happy hormone is the hottest new attraction in Singapore to date. Expect nine interactive rooms that’ll engage almost all your senses. Unleash your inner child and doodle to your heart’s content at Scribblescape, or dance the stress away in Chromodance. It’s a sensory overload in the best way possible! Read our review of Dopamine Land to get all the best tips when you’re visiting.
When: Until 19 June 2026; daily, 11am to 9pm; closed on Tuesdays
How much: Tickets start from $17
Where: Dopamine Land Singapore, #02-204/205, Weave, Resorts World Sentosa, 26 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
23. Jurassic World: The Experience
The dinosaurs have taken over! Our misty Cloud Forest hosts prehistoric visitors you can get up close and personal with. Be prepared for life-sized animatronics and dinosaur sculptures scattered throughout the lush Cloud Forest, bringing the Jurassic World film franchise to life. These include a three-storey-tall brachiosaurus, a terrifying tyrannosaurus rex, and even baby dinosaurs in the petting zoo area. We visited Jurassic World: The Experience to give you the lowdown…
When: Ongoing; 9am to 9pm
How much: Tickets start from $22 for children and $26 for adults
Where: Jurassic World: The Experience, Cloud Forest, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
This weekend in Singapore is packed with exciting events and activities that promise fun for everyone!
Frequently Asked Questions
What kinds of weekend events can I find in Singapore?
Singapore’s weekend lineup includes a diverse range of fun activities, from art exhibitions, live music and theatre shows to pop-up markets, food festivals, family-friendly attractions, fitness activities and cultural celebrations. There’s always something for every interest and age group each weekend.
Can I take public transport in Singapore on the weekend?
Yes! Singapore's public transport system is fast, reliable, and stops by many landmarks. It's also fairly easy to navigate with your mobile map apps.
How do I avoid crowds on the weekend?
Get tickets or make reservations in advance, and show up early to any free events in the city!
Crowds are a typical scene on the weekends and you might not be able to avoid all of them. However, you can try to attend during slightly off-peak hours so that crowds aren't as big.
Are there family-friendly weekend things to do in Singapore?
Absolutely! Many weekend events in Singapore cater to families and children, from interactive exhibitions and outdoor festivals to themed pop-ups and museum experiences.
What are some tips for planning the perfect weekend in Singapore?
Plan ahead by prioritising your favourite events, checking transport routes (MRT/bus timings), considering crowd levels at popular spots, and combining nearby activities to make the most of your time. Singapore’s public transport and walkable districts make weekend exploration convenient.
