Buckle up for a spook-tacular month with our list of top things to do in Singapore this October!
Who’s ready for the spooky season? We know we are – after all, we’ve spent the past few months deciding what we’re gonna dress up as for Halloween. And best believe our calendars are already bookmarked with the best yearly spooky events. Spine-tingling fun, exciting pop-ups and everything in between – scroll on for exciting things to do in Singapore this October!
Best things to do in Singapore this October
1. Things to do: Halloween events around town
All month
Of course, Halloween is at the top of the list for our October guide. Scream your lungs out at scare-fests including Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights 12, dress up to go trick-or-treating, and dance the night away at the coolest themed parties. The little ones aren’t left out either – just keep an eye out for family-friendly events all around town.
Halloween events around town, multiple locations
2. Things to do: Singapore Food Festival
All month
A month-long festival dedicated to food? Yes, please! This October, Singapore Food Festival returns to cook up a storm with gastronomic experiences across the city. Whet your palate with unique events that celebrate Singapore’s rich culinary heritage and modern creativity.
Signature headliners of the food fest will be back, including Future Food at Marquee Singapore that dives into the food of tomorrow, and The Long Table at Chijmes – a dreamy four-course culinary journey with enchanting entertainment. With a slew of family-friendly events and other exciting pop-ups lined up, there’s something for foodies of all ages.
Singapore Food Festival, multiple locations including Marina Bay Sands and Chijmes
3. Things to do: Well-being Circles by Happiness Initiative
Saturdays, 5 October – 23 November
We get it. Life isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. If you’ve been down in the dumps lately or just need a listening ear, this community well-being programme will be right up your alley. Founded by social enterprise Happiness Initiative, Well-being Circles is an eight-week programme that will equip you with wellness skills and inspire you to lead a better life. Taking place from 10am to 12pm on Saturday mornings, you’ll gather in small groups of up to six participants and two leaders to engage and share personal stories.
Through the programme, you’ll build well-being skills across five core themes: mindset, passion, relationships, other-centredness and purpose. Fun fact: this is one of Singapore’s strongest evidence-based well-being programmes. Participants from the 2021 and 2022 runs saw significant improvements in their overall well-being – which was sustained even six months on! Just scroll through the online testimonials to see it for yourself. The programme operates on a pay-as-a-wish model, with a minimum contribution of $50. Secure your spot online and embark on a journey to a happier you!
Well-being Circles by Happiness Initiative, The Mind Cafe Mega, 30 Prinsep Street, Singapore 188647
4. Exhibition: The World of Studio Ghibli
4 October 2024 – 2 February 2025
In case you haven’t heard, ArtScience Museum is bringing the beloved world of Studio Ghibli to life this October. Marking the studio’s first showcase in Singapore, you’ll be whisked off to the fantastical realms created by the Japanese animation powerhouse. Hop on a train with No-Face from Spirited Away, before waiting in the rain with Totoro or exploring Howl’s Moving Castle.
With 11 galleries spanning 2,400sqm, embark on an unforgettable journey through well-loved Studio Ghibli films. Don’t forget to make a stop at the retail store to get your hands on official merch, too!
The World of Studio Ghibli, ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
5. Entertainment: Best of Broadway by Sing’theatre Academy
5 – 6 October
Get ready to unleash your love for musicals with a spectacular evening of music and entertainment! In celebration of Sing’theatre Academy’s 10th anniversary, the Best of Broadway show will pay homage to a variety of classic and contemporary musicals. Stay tuned to show-stopping performances from all-time fave musicals, including Rent’s heartfelt ballads and high-energy numbers from Grease. Tickets are available online at $49 each.
Best of Broadway by Sing’theatre Academy, Gateway Theatre, 3615 Jalan Bukit Merah, Singapore 159461
6. Entertainment: Baybeats 2024
11 – 13 October
Up for three days of non-stop revelry? Save the date ‘cos the city’s largest alternative music festival is back at the Esplanade! Watch some of the best established and upcoming acts in Singapore and across the region take the stage, featuring a line-up of indie rock and alternative music performances. You might just walk away with a new fave local musician or earworm.
Baybeats 2024, multiple locations within Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
7. Concert: Jay Chou Carnival World Tour 2024 – Singapore
11 – 13 October
Attention, Mandopop lovers! The King of Mandopop, Jay Chou, will return for three extravagant nights in Singapore and you don’t want to miss it. The multi-hyphenate will bring back his classic carnival theme, taking fans on a fantastical auditory and visual journey. Beyond performing classic hits and recent works, we hear a few lucky fans will also get to pick their fave songs during the song request segment.
Jay Chou Carnival World Tour 2024 – Singapore, National Stadium, 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
8. Eat & drink: Last chance to dine at Sommer
Until 26 October
After four incredible years, we bid farewell to one Michelin-starred restaurant Sommer. From now till 26 October, swing by the contemporary European fine dining restaurant for one last hurrah. The multi-course menus change with the season, but you can look forward to savouring delicacies like wild-caught tai kobujime, roasted turbot and Hokkaido scallop pithivier in an intimate yet plush setting.
Sommer, #01-02, 2 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018987
9. Things to do: Sketch Up
26 October
Bring along your pencils, paper and creativity to this inaugural outdoor mass-sketching event in the Civic District! Come 26 October, more than 300 (and counting) artists and art lovers will gather at the picturesque Empress Lawn for a morning of art-making. Unleash your artistic skills and create your one-of-a-kind sketch of Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall. Once your masterpiece is completed, upload it online to be in the running for the most popular artwork – with exciting prizes, including a drawing tablet up for grabs! Ready to get sketching?
Sketch Up, Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall, Empress Lawn, 11 Empress Place, Singapore 179558
10. Things to do: Road to Sunda 2024
5 October
We weren’t kidding when we said October is gonna be a jam-packed month of festivals. Add Road to Sunda 2024 to the list. Leading up to Sunda Festival next year, the organisers are introducing this one-day event as a prequel to what’s to come. It’s suitable for all ages, so bring your friends, family and even the kiddos along for this electrifying music and arts celebration. Groove along to alternative live music, with Japanese DJ Chida and Indonesian music duo Precious Bloom among the headliners. In typical festival fashion, delicious nosh and fun activities are in store, too.
Road to Sunda 2024, Former Villa at Haw Par Villa, 262 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore 118628
11. Things to do: Horror art jamming at Scuro
From 2 October
It’s October, of course, we’re ramping up on all things spooky. How about a cathartic art jamming session at Singapore’s only horror art jamming studio? Scuro will transport you to an eerie yet thrilling atmosphere, where you can freely express yourself through painting in the dark. Beginners are welcome to join the soft guided version where the staff will guide you on creating your masterpieces. Alternatively, go solo with the unguided session. For the full immersive experience, come dressed in your scariest ‘fits!
Scuro, #02-01, 79 Kampong Bahru Road, Singapore 169377
We’re pumped for the new month with these exciting things to do in Singapore for October!
