Get the scoop on all the fun things to do this weekend in Singapore!
Our city is bursting with fun activities – from cool cafes, bars and restaurants, to exciting things to do in December. It’s official, the end of the year is here! If you’ve already got your Christmas dinner plans, we highly recommend thinking about your NYE dinner plans in advance too. In the spirit of the season, we’re hunting down all the snowy spots in Singapore and volunteering to share the festive cheer. Remember to keep up to date with our latest news and happenings too! Make the most of the weekend with these cool things to do in Singapore.
Things to do this weekend in Singapore
1. Things to do: Roku Gin x New Bahru ECA: Merry Market
Selected dates from 6 to 31 December
Want to inject vibrancy and boozy fun into your weekend? From 6 December onwards, Roku Gin will join hands with New Bahru’s ECA Merry Market to offer a slew of pop-up bars, fun workshops and iconic installations.
On selected dates from 6 to 31 December, swing by the Roku ‘Shun’ Bar (stationed outside San Shu Gong) to try limited-time tipples like Roku Sencha Garden and Roku Berry Chic. Meanwhile, the Roku Come Alive 360 Bar will set up shop at the School Hall from 6 to 8 December, with mixologists from four of Asia’s 50 best bars (Nutmeg & Clove, Somma, Mo Bar and White Shades) at the helm on the first two days.
If you’re up for hands-on fun, don’t miss the DIY garden arrangement workshop held in collaboration with Soilboy from 11 to 14 December. For $98 per pax, the 1.5-hour session will guide you on creating a unique Roku Gin mini garden while you sip on curated cocktails. Plus, you’ll bring home a complimentary 200ml bottle of Roku Gin. Don’t forget to snap Instagram photos at Roku Gin’s iconic installation at The Lawn before you go!
Perk alert: from 6 to 31 December 2024, enjoy a complimentary serve of Roku Sakura Gin & Tonic with a minimum $50 spend (in a single receipt) at Merry Market or New Bahru. Valid for the first 3,000 redemptions; T&Cs apply.
Roku Gin x New Bahru ECA: Merry Market, 46 & 58 Kim Yam Road, Singapore 239351
2. Nightlife: HighHouse’s first anniversary
7 December
Has it already been a year since HighHouse took over the old One Altitude space? Man, time flies. To close off the year, this hot spot is celebrating with a huge bang. This community-forward party is all about partying it up with style, flavour, and endless fun. Expect Fred E and Aldrin (both veterans in the music scene) to spin beats that’ll have you out of your seats and dancing the night away.
If you need a moment to relax and eat, visit the Supper Club on level 61. You’ll be munching on mini king crab rolls, Fijian-style fish ceviche, Mexican-style wagyu beef burgers, and crispy Indonesian squid.
HighHouse’s first anniversary, Level 61-62, 1 Raffles Place, Singapore 048916
3. Things to do: Mr. Bucket’s Chocolaterie Christmas Village
4 – 31 December
Back by popular demand, a chocolate-themed Christmas awaits at Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie. Treat yourself to free hot chocolate or mulled wine as you let the kids run free with chocolate-themed activities like customising a chocolate Christmas tree with unlimited toppings, or painting a chocolate tree with edible cacao butter paint. We can’t get over the Christmas collection too. A Christmas tree assembly kit, s’mores kit, mulled wine kit, and build-your-own chocolate tree? We’re definitely adding these to our cart.
Mr. Bucket’s Chocolaterie Christmas Village, #01-03/04, 13 Dempsey Road, Singapore 249674
4. Dine: Fura’s first birthday celebration
8 December
A major milestone is happening for one of the new bar kids on the Amoy Street block – it’s Fura’s first birthday! To celebrate, it’ll host a full day of events honouring the local community. The morning starts with a green market on the terrace where you’ll get to know more about Fura’s partners like GreenLoopFarms, Bewilder, Prefer, Jiggy, and Mother Dough.
If you love Fura’s decor, you can shop from its design and furnishings partners Plank, Tanchen, and Wastd. Plus, drop by in the afternoon for plant-based bites by Lolla and drinks from No Sleep Club, or hang around for dinner by chef Mirko Fabbrile and bar manager Mel Chavez from Somma.
Fura’s first birthday celebration, 74A Amoy Street, Singapore 069893
5. Things to do: Coty’s In the Starlight of Holiday pop-up
6 – 12 December
Anyone on the hunt for a new signature scent? Head down to Coty’s pop-up happening at Paragon. Iconic fragrances from powerhouses like Boss, Burberry, Chloe, and Marc Jacobs will be available at its enchanting festive event. You can also treat yourself to activities like live bottle painting, or enjoy gifts like a mini Christmas bouquet, Christmas cookies, and fragrance discovery kits (complimentary with no minimum spend needed!).
Coty’s In the Starlight of Holiday pop-up, Paragon, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859
6. Dine: Ginkyo’s bottomless brunch
Every Saturday in December
Mirroring its sister location Kinki, Ginkyo is hosting an exclusive bottomless brunch menu for its first anniversary. The modern Japanese bistro is known for its contemporary twists on this traditional cuisine, and this is your chance to sample everything on the menu. Come hungry because you can enjoy two hours of unlimited a la carte starters, sashimi, tacos, rolls, mains, and desserts. As for the booze, you can get glasses of wine, beer, or sake!
Ginkyo’s bottomless brunch, $68++ per person with an additional $48++ top-up for a drinks package; #03-01-04, One Holland Village, 7 Holland Village Way, Singapore 275748
7. Things to do: Paws & Play
Until 29 December
We think your puppers deserve a fun weekend too, so why not take them to Singapore’s largest outdoor dog playground? Launching at The Oval at Seletar Aerospace Park, Paws & Play is all about larger-than-life installations that are bright, colourful, and so IG-worthy. Let your dogs take a sniff and gander through play areas shaped like mushrooms, a giant doghouse, and a dog bowl. You can even grab food from nearby restaurants and have yourself an impromptu picnic with the fam, furbaby included!
Paws & Play, The Oval, Seletar Aerospace Park, 15 The Oval, Singapore 797874
8. Shop: World Christmas Market Singapore
5 – 25 December
There’ll never be enough Christmas markets to satisfy our shopping tendencies, and if you’re the same, we’re here to tell you about yet another market to fulfil your retail therapy needs. Towering trees, sparkling lights, and the sound of carollers are just some of the things to expect at the World Christmas Market Singapore.
You’ll be sent into the heart of the Christmas spirit with market stalls offering artisanal gifts, food hampers, and experiences that will create magical memories for you and your loved ones. We’re looking forward to catching the singing Christmas tree, gallivanting through the Christmas Field of Dreams, and snapping pictures at the snow globe picture booths.
World Christmas Market Singapore, The Promontory at Marina Bay, 11 Marina Boulevard, Singapore 018940
9. Book ahead: Amores y Agaves: A premium tequila and dating experience
12 – 14 December
Tequila lovers who are single and ready to mingle should attend what could be considered the dating event of the season. For just one weekend, a handful of singles are invited to book their spot for an exclusive dinner and drinks pairing sponsored by Bacardi.
While you dine on a four-course Mexican menu and cocktails featuring Patron tequila, mingle with your fellow singles as Singlepore’s relationship science tech crunches the numbers to find your best compatible partner. All the slots for ladies have been filled up, but we hear there are still a couple of spots for the gentlemen.
Amores y Agaves: A premium tequila and dating experience, Coacoa, 5 Everton Road, Singapore 089362
10. Things to do: Christmas Gin School
Every Saturday and Sunday in December
The best activity you can gift that gin lover in your life is a jolly fun time at Brass Lion Distillery’s Christmas Gin School. This 4-hour session at the distillery gives you the opportunity to get up close and personal in the creation process. You’ll be introduced to the botanicals, guided through tastings and distillation, and create your own gin based on your flavour preferences. Afterwards, you can take the bottle home and share the merry spirit with your loved ones.
Christmas Gin School, $220 per person, Brass Lion Distillery, 40 Alexandra Terrace, Singapore 119933
11. Things to do: Twinkle & Treats: A Sweet Christmas at Plaza Singapura with Museum of Ice Cream
22 November – 25 December
Do you see a splash of pink along Orchard Road? That means you’ve just spotted the Plaza Singapura and Museum of Ice Cream Pinkmas celebration! Think pink-themed light shows, Christmas workshops, and the largest ice cream-inspired igloo with a sprinkle pool. In the quintessential Museum of Ice Cream fashion, there’ll be Christmas ice cream treats available to get you into the holiday spirit and soothe your sweet tooth.
Twinkle & Treats: A Sweet Christmas at Plaza Singapura with Museum of Ice Cream, 68 Orchard Road, Singapore 238839
12. Shop: Sake Inn Warehouse Sale 2024
6 – 8 December
The festive season keeps on giving ‘cos here’s another exciting sake-focused sale! It’s the perfect time to stock up your alcohol drawers as Makoto-Ya will be hosting its annual warehouse sale for all to enjoy. Over 200 labels will be ready and waiting for you to sample. If you’d like a more in-depth look at these sakes, join the Sommelier Sessions ($50 per person) where the in-house sommeliers will take you through the history, craftsmanship, and stories behind the labels.
Sake Inn Warehouse Sale 2024, free admission, #02-14, Gordon Warehouse Building, 9 Kaki Bukit Road 2, Singapore 417842
13. Shop: Sojao’s Christmas art pop-up
9 November – 31 December
In need of gifts for the upcoming festive season? Look no further than Sojao’s upcoming pop-up happening at its very fab Joo Chiat flagship store. Some of the products you can look out for include 3D-printed planters by Plook Plook, sustainably made dining ware by Wastd, and small batch ceramics by Ocio Ceramics, &natural, and Glazeydaisy.
Sojao’s Christmas art pop-up, 251 Joo Chiat Road, Singapore 427505
14. Things to do: Harry Potter: Visions of Magic
Until 31 March 2025
Potterheads are in for a real treat because yet another thrilling immersive event inspired by the wizarding world is here to knock your socks off. Exclusive to Singapore, expect 10 different rooms and environments that will sink you into a whole new world. Grab a wand and interact with all the exhibits: you’ll get a chance to open the Chamber of Secrets, discover hidden messages, and cast spells.
Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, tickets start at $39 for children and $49 for adults, Basement 1, Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
15. Dine: Free-flow steaks at Bochinche
Every Saturday
If you need help with your protein goals, Bochinche’s got your back. This Argentinian steakhouse is here to prove that quality grilled meats don’t have to come with a hefty price tag. Pick between the signature Argentinian “Beefland” ribeye or “Robbins Island” inside skirt steaks. Or have both, and savour them with free-flow chips and a glass of wine, beer, or soft drinks. Psst: we heard that the record for most steaks eaten in 90 minutes is eight. Think you can beat it?
Free-flow steaks at Bochinche, 27 Club Street, Singapore 069413
16. Dine: Kunthaville’s first anniversary menu
1 November – 31 December
What a year it has been for Kunthaville! To mark their first year, chef-owner Kuntha Chelvanathan and her culinary team have created a very special 10-course degustation menu which features her signature Kaychef chutneys and crazy hot sauces. This tribute to Sri Lanka will be available till the end of December, and spotlights spices from Kunthaville’s own plantations, and other exotic ingredients. Think palate-cleansing broths, coconut-based dishes, and more. Psst: for anyone who wants to give the gift of Sri Lankan flavours, you can grab the Kunthaville gift hamper ($199) which contains wine, sauces, teas, snacks and more.
Kunthaville’s first anniversary menu, $128 per person, 18 Veerasamy Road, Singapore 207326
17. Things to do: Chilly fun at Snow City
All December
There’s no better way to get into the Christmas spirit than paying a visit to Snow City – especially with its latest attraction awaiting visitors of all ages! Not only can you look forward to real snow, expect rides, interactive zones, and photo opportunities galore. We’re talking a frosty playground with interactive displays, ice sculptures, a snow village, and bumper cars in an ice arena. The highlight? Snow City’s 120-meter glacier luge, the 13th attraction to make it to the Singapore Book of Records.
Chilly fun at Snow City, tickets start at $27, Science Centre Singapore, 21 Jurong Town Hall Road, Singapore 609433
18. Dine: PS Quest
Until 31 December
Let’s go on an adventure! To commemorate its 25th anniversary, PS Cafe is bringing us all on a quest through its multitude of locations across Singapore. This culinary escapade will have you gallivanting through the city in search of PS Quest stamps, which you can collect by doing various themed tasks like ordering dishes with “PS” in the name, ordering a chalkboard special, or answering trivia questions while dining in. Once your postcard is complete, upload an image of it plus your supporting receipts via the QR code and you’ll stand a chance to win some luxurious prizes. These include a stay at the Fullerton Hotel Singapore, spa treatments, and dining vouchers.
PS Quest, multiple PS Cafe locations around Singapore
19. Things to do: Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
Until 31 December
Unleash your inner child with 11 bubble-themed rooms! Bubble Planet is making its Asia-Pacific debut with surreal and Instagrammable experiences. We’re putting real life behind us and entering an enormous bubble bath ball pit, a virtual reality room, an undersea LED room, and an infinity room. And we’re sure the kids are gonna love the robot-led bubble show and giant bubble dome!
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience, tickets start at $14.90 for children and $21.90 for adults, Hall 8B, Singapore Expo, 9 Somapah Road, Singapore 487370
20. Exhibition The World of Studio Ghibli
4 October 2024 – 2 February 2025
A fantastical fantasy world awaits, Studio Ghibli lovers! This hot exhibition is one we’ve been waiting for since its announcement earlier this year, and we’re eagerly awaiting for the doors to open. This is the studio’s first ever showcase in Singapore, spotlighting groundbreaking animation, storytelling, and beloved characters that have captured our hearts for almost 40 years. The Artscience Museum will be going through its biggest transformation yet with 11 galleries. Take a journey through beloved films like My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Spirited Away, and Howl’s Moving Castle.
The World of Studio Ghibli, ticket prices start at $24, Artscience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
21. Things to do: Singapour Drink Tour
Available for private bookings
Are you trying to avoid the booze but still want to pay a visit to the coolest bars around town? Vegthiscity has the answer to all your woes. This three-hour tour isn’t any ordinary bar crawl. With zero-proof drinks taking less of a backseat in bar menus, you get to explore Singapore’s rich heritage through an alternative drink menu curated just for you. Tour destinations differ with every tour, so you might not experience the same bars we did. But we can tell you, you’ll walk away from the tour pleasantly hydrated but still buzzing on a non-alcoholic high.
Singapour Drink Tour, prices start at $129 per person, multiple locations
22. Things to do: illumi
Until 2 February 2025
The Bayfront Event Space will be looking lit all year with the international debut of illumi. This massive light, sound and multimedia show boasts the world’s tallest tree of lights at 47 metres tall, fun animatronics and 20 million LED lights. Step into nine immersive worlds including the Wall of Lights, Jurassic Kingdom, Infinite Poles, Dune Palace and more. And of course, don’t forget to whip out your cameras for countless IG-worthy moments.
illumi, from $25/adult, $15/child, Bayfront Event Space, 12A Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018970
23. Exhibition: Monet Inside
Until 31 December 2024
Did you love your experience at the last Vincent Van Gogh: An Immersive Experience? Because another famed artist is being featured in a 360-degree spectacle. We’ll be seeing French painter Claude Monet’s works blown up with stunning visual effects, soundtracks, and a special narration from his longtime friend and art dealer, Paul Durand-Ruel, coming up in October. Uncover over 200 artworks projected on grand screens over six metres tall, and we’re sure that even more activities are to come!
Monet Inside, tickets now available for purchase, Level 3, Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
24. Exhibition: PlayDate – Unlocking Cabinets of Play
Until 5 January 2025
Together with the local community of artists and toy collectors, the National Museum of Singapore has put together a selection of over 250 local and global toys from across a multitude of eras. From McDonald’s collectibles to vintage Hot Wheels and even the ever-popular Pop-Mart figures, you’ll be introduced to these toys in a whole new light. Discover the stories behind the brands and their socio-historical significance, and admire large-scale canvases, interactive portals, and digital games created by local artists.
PlayDate – Unlocking Cabinets of Play, free admission, National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897
25. Exhibition: Altered States: Experiments in Moving Image
16 November – 15 December
While technology continues to reshape the future of art, the Artscience Museum’s latest exhibition invites you to admire a series of experimental analogue film pieces alongside large-scale installations. Blurring the lights between art, science, and experimental cinema, showcased works by local and international artists push what it means for art to be a moving image by using everyday materials, cameraless techniques, and even chemical and ecological processes.
Altered States: Experiments in Moving Image, Artscience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
26. Nightlife: Silent Disco’s party in the sky
Once a month on select Saturdays
When the full moons come out to play, Silent Disco’s monthly party series is here to slay. Night owls, put this event on your calendar. The Full Moon themed parties will have party-goers gathered under the stars for a night of music and dancing. All you have to do is grab a set of headphones and click through to the genre you love. Switch between three channels playing the very best in dance, pop, and rock. Don’t forget to snap a picture for the ‘Gram.
Silent Disco’s party in the sky, SkyPark Observation Deck, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
27. Exhibition: Kim Lim: The Space Between
Until 2 February 2025
A showcase of one of Singapore’s most prominent female artists awaits at National Gallery Singapore. As part of the gallery’s four-part SG Artist series, Singapore-born British artist Kim Lim’s visionary collection will be spotlighted. Over 150 works will be on display, including critical sculptures prints, never-before-seen photographs, and archival materials spanning 40 years.
Kim Lim: The Space Between, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St. Andrews Road, Singapore 178957
28. Exhibition: Pagoda Odyssey 1915: From Shanghai to San Francisco
Until 1 June 2025
From Shanghai to San Francisco, this exhibition reunites a set of hand-carved model pagodas for the first time in over a century. Inspired by real structures, the detailed models encapsulate the diversity of iconic buildings through historical periods. With this showcase, you’ll be treated to a picture of the cosmopolitan Shangai and San Francisco at the turn of the 20th century.
Pagoda Odyssey 1915: From Shanghai to San Francisco, Asian Civilisations Museum, 1 Empress Place, Singapore 179555
29. Exhibition: Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?
Until 2 February 2025
As part of the National Gallery Singapore’s ongoing Sg Artist series, veteran artist Teo Eng Seng presents his latest exhibition depicting local and global events from the mid-20th century. This exhibition has been split into two different sections for you to explore. The artworks showcase Teo Eng Seng’s unique approach to art, inspired by things he’s seen, heard, or felt.
Teo Eng Seng: We’re Happy. Are You Happy?, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St. Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957
30. Exhibition: Borealis: Experience the northern lights amidst our Supertrees
Every Monday, Saturday, and Sunday
Don’t have the budget for a trip to see the northern lights? Well, now you don’t have to with the newest installation at Gardens by the Bay’s Supertree Grove! Created by Switzerland-based artist Dan Acher, Borealis is an art installation combining layers of light and cloud particles to mimic the aurora borealis. This is accompanied with an atmospheric soundtrack by French composer Guillaume Desbois.
Borealis: Experience the northern lights amidst our Supertrees, free admission, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953
31. Shop: Arl Jade pop-up
Until March 2025
Looking to add some jade to your jewellery collection? Local jadeite specialist Arl Jade will be holding a six-month pop-up to showcase its gorgeous collection of bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and more. Browse through accessories in green, white, and even pink jade pieces encased in solid gold or silver settings.
Arl Jade pop-up, Capitol Singapore, 13 Stamford Road, Singapore 178905
Pack this weekend with all the fun things to do in Singapore!
