Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore, a new exhibition at the National Museum, brings surreal, immersive rooms, giant sculptures and exclusive merch.
Pop Mart strikes again with Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore, its latest exhibition at the National Museum. Making its international debut in Singapore after a successful launch in Shanghai, the exhibition is an immersive and thought-provoking showcase with stunning life-sized installations. Before we explore the exhibition, here are more art exhibitions in Singapore that caught our eye.
The installations aim to encourage visitors to examine their sense of self-character – the personal choices, contradictions and conflicts that shape our own stories and identities. I checked it out and walked out feeling amazed by the visually impressive installations. They hit me with deeper feels that I didn’t even see coming.
Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore: Details at a glance
Best for: Skullpanda and Pop Mart fans
When: 12 December 2025 to 22 February 2026
Tickets: From $22 for early access (12 to 16 December 2025); standard all access (17 December 2025 to 22 February 2026) from $14; installations at the outdoor area and entrance are free for the public
Opening hours: Daily, 10am to 7pm;
Address: Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore, Stamford Gallery (Level 1), Gallery Theatre (B1) & Outdoor area at National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
What to expect at the Skullpanda Cage-Uncage showcase
The experience starts before you step into the museum with three massive Skullpandas standing guard at the entrance. Trust me, it’s impossible to miss this absolutely photo-worthy spot. These installations have that universal charm: quirky enough for kids, stylish enough for teens and intriguing enough for everyone else.
The best part? This outdoor installation is free to the public, along with the ones at the entrance area. Take this chance to have a peek at the exhibition before purchasing tickets.
Interactive themed zones
Skullpanda Cage-Uncage unfolds across six dreamy and immersive zones. Inspired by real-life themes, emotion, direction, fortune, rules, life and exploration, it all ties together with recurring motifs like keys, cages, butterflies and more.
Begin your journey at The Key, where suspended locks and keys in floating spheres reflect the tension between perception and truth. There are several Skullpanda figurines after, so be sure to get a closer look at the crazy details.
The Direction zone features a huge book with transparent interactive pages hand-painted by Skullpanda’s artist, Xiong Miao. As you flip through the transparent pages, you can see how the different layers of paintings form a painting of Skullpanda.
Next up, Fortune, a zone containing mirrors and crystals utilised to reflect the duality of wealth as dazzling and confining. You’ll definitely want extra time here for photos because it’s one of the more IG-worthy zones. Pro tip: take advantage of the mirrored floor for that killer Skullpanda reflection shot or the usual mirror selfies.
The next two zones you’ll enter are Rules and Life. These installations explore key themes of time and gravity, as well as discipline through motion and balance. Play around with the Skullpanda-looking weights and watch the scale move. It’s like a see-saw at the playground, but with Skullpandas.
Nearby, you’ll see two turning glass globes that look similar to Skullpanda’s helmet, filled with sand titled Life. One globe features an intricately carved fish, while the other features a flock of birds. This is a meditative exploration, reshaping how we view existence.
The centrepiece and star of the showcase is The Room at the Gallery Theatre. I genuinely felt suffocated the moment I walked in. Two Skullpanda sculptures holding keys, surrounded by an endless reflection of mirrors, were like a maze with no exit. It was visually stunning but felt emotionally weird. Seeing the sculptures “caged”, trapped and repeating forever felt unsettling, but it was undeniably stunning.
Surrounding the two Skullpanda sculptures are these Singapore-exclusive installations, which pay tribute to bird singing – a hobby popular in the past. There’s also a movable tower of blocks, which you can rotate to create various images of the character.
Personally, my top picks are the dazzling crystal room, the interactive rotating tower and the two gigantic Skullpandas that everyone kept crowding around.
Pop-up store and exclusive merch
It wouldn’t be a Pop Mart event without exclusive merch and a pop-up store! With your entrance ticket, you’ll also unlock exclusive access to the retail area. This is where you can score Skullpanda goodies. Think Skullpanda-themed tote bags, accessories, dishware, t-shirts, jewellery and more.
The real hot item is the Skullpanda plush Doll-Cage-Uncage ($39.90). But you can’t just grab it off the shelf; everyone gets one chance per ticket to score it with a random spin. Plus, the highly coveted Popopjewellery collection makes its official debut. Expect to find shiny Skullpanda-inspired rings, necklaces, bracelets and earrings.
Skullpanda Pop-up exclusive item prices:
- Skullpanda plush Doll-Cage-Uncage: $39.90
- Skullpanda keychains: $19.90
- Skullpanda T-shirts: $39.90
- Skullpanda-themed jewellery: from $89.90
Psst: the first 4,500 visitors to the exhibition will receive a free National Museum of Singapore exclusive Skullpanda gift, while stocks last. If you’re a true Skullpanda fan, don’t sleep on this exhibition!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore about?
Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore is Pop Mart’s immersive art exhibition featuring six themed zones, giant sculptures, surreal installations, and interactive experiences inspired by identity, emotion and self-exploration.
Where is the exhibition held?
It takes place at the National Museum of Singapore, across Stamford Gallery (Level 1), the Gallery Theatre (B1) and the museum’s outdoor area.
Do I need a ticket to see everything?
You’ll need a ticket to access the full Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Singapore exhibition and pop-up store. However, the giant outdoor Skullpandas and entrance-area installations are free for the public.
Can kids visit the exhibition?
Yes – it’s family-friendly and kids under 6 enter for free. The whimsical sculptures and interactive zones appeal to kids, teens and adults. The outdoor giants are especially fun for little ones.
