Don’t let your $100 culture pass credits go to waste! From DJ workshops to ghost tours, here are SG culture pass activities you can enjoy.
Is your SG Culture Pass currently sitting in your Singpass vault gathering digital dust? Or maybe you’re still scratching your head wondering what this $100 credit is even for. If you’ve been dismissing it because you think “museums are boring” or “there’s nothing to do in Singapore”, think again. Don’t let that $100 go to waste. If you don’t know where to start, consider this your curated roadmap. I’ve rounded up a list of unique, unusual experiences that go beyond the standard gallery walk. It might make you rethink everything you know about the local scene.
TLDR about SG Culture Pass and Activities
This pass is a gift to Singapore Citizens aged 18 and above from 2025 to spend on local arts, culture, and heritage experiences. If that’s you, $100 in credits has already been sitting in your digital wallet since September 2025. There’s no physical card and no tedious application process. As long as you have a valid Singpass account, your balance should be visible and ready to spend. The credits are valid until 31 December 2028. However, the list of SG Culture Pass activities constantly changes and the more popular ones often get booked out early.
This is where most people get it wrong – it’s not just about museums and gallery walks. While you can use it for museum entries, the pass covers a massive range of hidden activities. Psst: There are over 15 pages of events to scroll through. I’ve braved the next button so you don’t have to, keep reading for top curated picks that are actually worth your time.
PSA: Most events take place on weekends, with various ending dates. While the list of activities is constantly changing and being updated, it’s best to check the SG Culture Pass website for the most accurate info.
For the foodies: Eat your way through Singapore
How can we not talk about food when it comes to Singapore’s culture, especially when our hawker culture has been inscribed to the UNESCO list? If you love hawker food like I do, Hawker Tales is the walking tour you need to book. This isn’t just a makan session but a deep dive into the evolution of our food scene, from humble roadside beginnings to world-renowned Michelin stars. You’ll explore the Golden Mile Food Centre and hidden gems of North Bridge Road Market and old-heritage spots like Heap Seng Long. The tour wraps up at Hill Street Tai Hwa Pork Noodle, famously the only Michelin-starred hawker stall in Singapore.
Alternatively, for a similar deep dive but indoors, check out J.I.A.K 99 Classic Hawker Experience over at the Singapore Flyer. This indoor cultural heritage attraction aims to share Singapore’s unique ethnic diversity through the love for food.
Beyond the hawkers, you can step into the world of Singapore’s most beloved spring roll with Roll with History: A popiah Journey through Joo Chiat. It’s an immersive experience at Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah, the birthplace of traditional popiah skin-making since 1938, where you can witness the craft firsthand and roll your very own popiah. If you enjoy hands-on activities, you can’t miss a baking session crafting your own flaky tau sa piah with different pastes at Gin Thye. While your pastries are baking to perfection, you can even delight in a high tea experience sampling Gin Thye’s own freshly made treats.
And of course, we can’t forget about supper – night owls can hop on the Makan Malam supper tour at Kampong Glam to explore the area’s rich food scene. You’ll visit four halal late-night spots and hear stories behind 100-year-old murtabak, iconic teh tarik, curated cups of kopi and Middle Eastern delicacies. Psst: this is a one-time event happening on 25 April 2026, 10pm to 11.30pm, so make sure to snag your spot early!
For the artsy fartsy peeps: Get hands-on with new skills
For those who want to drop a beat instead of a paintbrush, you can use your credits for a DJ introductory workshop – there’s a few places offering this workshop including Ministry of DJs.
Get hands-on with the fundamentals of lampworking at Gurasu House – create your own glass flowers by learning how to burn, melt and cut glass rods to shape beautiful flower petals and assemble them into stunning keepsakes. For something more advanced, there’s even a mini-bouquet lampworking workshop.
For the stationery addicts and journalers who can’t live without their Hobonichi spread, you can become the Nara Smith of crafts with a papermaking workshop. You’ll learn how to make brand new pieces of paper from paper pulp that came from discarded paper.
Step inside The Gentlemen’s Press, for an immersive experience with the sophisticated art of letterpress. Try your hand at letterpress to foil stamping, embossing, die-cutting and more. Through understanding these methods, you’ll discover how they transform standard stationery into tactile masterpieces.
If you’ve been watching historical dramas, the creative stone seal carving workshop offers a chance to reclaim a sense of ancient authority. While we’ve largely traded official seals for signatures, this session lets you hand-carve your own unique “chop” that feels like a literal sign-off from royalty.
Do you like those viral (and sometimes hilariously ugly) drawings? The Art of Caricature workshop is for you. By learning to embrace and exaggerate quirks, you’ll find your own artistic style and perhaps you might just start earning money by drawing caricatures as your own side hustle.
You can channel your creativity into wearable heritage too. At Yuzu and Pear Studio, they offer the rare opportunity to craft a stylish samfu or kebaya from scratch. How cool is that making your own fashion piece? To complete your OOTD, you can delve into the Art & Soul of beaded shoes to discover the painstaking patience required to create kasut manik (beaded shoes). This workshop is led by celebrated artisan Raymond Wong who is the man behind the stunning embroidery in the local Emerald Hill drama series. Beyond just shoes, you’ll even explore how to extend the concept of beaded artistry to bags and even modern accessories.
For the YOLO-ers and adventurous ones: Interesting tours to hop on
If you think you’ve seen it all, these tours will prove you wrong. Starting with Triad Trails – Singapore’s first ever tour led by ex-gang members who unveil Chinatown’s dark history through their own lived experiences.
For a change of pace, we can finally say balik kampong for real at Kampong Lorong Buangkok: Singapore’s last kampong. On this tour, you’ll meet the village head, Sng Mui Hong and explore the lanes and architecture of a bygone era while playing nostalgic traditional games like chapteh and paper balls.
Explore the last remaining space for the Orang Pulau community to dock their sampans and practice their indigenous maritime crafts on the coastal walk, food and stories by Singapore’s indigenous community tour.
Can’t sleep at night? You can get down to some fishy business on the Jurong Fishery Port Tour which offers a raw, behind-the-scenes look at Singapore’s seafood trade. Don’t miss your chance to snag fresh deals for your next hotpot.
If you’re curious about the past, you can dive into the Woodlands Factory Tour, which uncovers a hidden WWII air raid shelter and the grounds of Singapore’s only Vietnamese refugee camp. If that sounds like your cup of tea, the Battleships & Bunkers: Sembawang Heritage Tour reveals forgotten stories of seaside mansions and military secrets tucked away from the history books. Don’t Call Us Poor: Lavender Heritage Tour invites you to “touch grass” and step into the humble world of early public housing. You’ll explore one-room rental flats in Lavender and Jalan Besar, learning about the architecture and planning decisions behind. This part of Singapore that’s often overlooked, encourages you to be reflective about value and wealth.
Finally, for the brave souls who thrive on adrenaline, the Haunting Tales of Ubin and Walk with Hantu: Changi tours won’t disappoint. These aren’t your standard ghost stories but deep dives into local urban legends and spiritual beliefs. If you’re not afraid of attracting an actual hantu, these eerie night walks will show you a side of Singapore that’s definitely not boring but maybe a little terrifying.
So with all these SG Culture Pass activities, will you say that Singapore is boring now?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use my SG Culture Pass credits for more than one activity?
Yes, you can split your credits across multiple eligible bookings until your balance runs out.
Can I transfer my credits to someone else?
Credits are generally tied to your individual Singpass account and are non-transferrable. However, you can use your own credits to buy tickets or book an activity on behalf of the other party, as long as the total cost remains within your available credit balance.
Are new SG Culture Pass activities added regularly?
Yes. Listings are updated regularly, so it's worth checking often for new events, limited-time experiences and seasonal workshops.
What happens if an activity is sold out?
Some popular activities book out quickly. If an event is sold out, join the waitlist if available or be sure to check back for new dates as the organiser may extend the dates.
Can I use the credits at any cultural spots?
No, only selected places and activities listed on the SG Culture Pass website.
Can I use the credits to buy cultural items?
The credits are exclusive to eligible local arts, heritage and cultural experiences including musicals, workshops and exhibitions. You can however, purchase Singapore Literature (SingLit) books from selected bookstores and use it to offset ticket purchases for selected local films.
