SG Culture Pass 2025: The Best Arts, Heritage, and Workshop Events in Singapore

Turning 18 in 2025 comes with more than just being able to get your driver’s license, you’ll also get the SG Culture Pass. Launched during SG60, it’s MCCY’s way of nudging us to show up for the arts with a neat little perk: S$100 in credits for every Singapore Citizen aged 18 and above. The credits have already dropped on 1 September 2025, and they’re valid all the way till 31 December 2028. These credits can be used to offset tickets for all sorts of eligible arts and heritage events - from experimental poetry workshops to graffiti workshops - through authorised ticketing partners, which includes Sistic, BookMyShow, GlobalTix, Pelago, Trip.com, and Klook.

The best part? You don’t have to spend them all at once. This means that you can pace yourself, as new programmes will keep rolling out across the years. With the closure of indie darling The Projector still fresh in our minds, it’s a reminder: the arts scene survives only if we support it. Go out, catch a show, and keep it alive. 

Here’s some cool upcoming events that are SG Culture Pass eligible: 

Sing60

WHAT IT IS: Organised by The Rice Company Limited and produced by Global Cultural Alliance, Sing60 commemorates 60 years of Singapore music with a rare intergenerational showcase. Across multiple stages, audiences can expect headline sets from Benjamin Kheng, Charlie Lim, Dru Chen, Shabir Sulthan, indie reunions in Bandwagon Sessions, and electrifying Bunker B2B DJ pairings. Beyond the music, a Festival Village curated with F ZINE will spotlight homegrown food, fashion, and lifestyle brands. Best of all, every ticket sold also funds access for a child or youth from an underserved background, ensuring Singapore’s music legacy is shared widely and equitably.

DATES: 6 and 7 December 2025

VENUE: Fort Canning Park

HOW TO SIGN UP:  www.sing60fest.com 

Clay & Matcha: Pottery Meets Tea Ritual

WHAT IT IS: Matcha isn’t just a drink—it’s a vibe. At Terra & Ember, you’ll throw and shape clay on the wheel to create your own three-piece matcha brewing set, from whisk bowl to pourer. Think of it as pottery meets wellness ritual: hands in clay, mind on calm. With seasonal glazes exclusive to the studio and a cosy spot next to a Geylang temple, the session doubles as both craft therapy and lifestyle upgrade. No experience needed—just bring your love for tea and TikTok-worthy aesthetics.

DATES: Multiple sessions available in September

VENUE: Terra & Ember Studio, 475 Geylang Rd, #2nd Floor, Singapore 389434

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book via Klook

Bunker by Night 2025: The Hollow Remains

WHAT IT IS: For two nights only, the Battlebox war bunker becomes a subterranean stage for sound and ritual. Curated by Andy Chia of SAtheCollective and produced by Global Cultural Alliance as part of this year’s Singapore Night Festival, The Hollow Remains unfolds in two acts: Descent, a bass-driven rite led by BlackLight Tribe; and Emergence, a wireless headphone journey through immersive soundscapes with Gelap, Natalie Alexandra Tse and Marla Bendini, Very Shy Gurl Collective, and Singapore Butoh Collective. Part history, part performance, all atmosphere. 18+ only.

DATES: 5 September, 7pm, and 6 September, 8pm.

VENUE: Battlebox (located within Fort Canning Hill)

HOW TO SIGN UP: Tickets via Sistic

Jrawing with Jagua

WHAT IT IS: Step into the world of semi-permanent tattoo art with jagua, a natural dye that creates intricate designs lasting up to two weeks. Led by professional artist Cyann at HEYCYANN Studio, this beginner-friendly workshop covers everything from basic strokes to freehand designs—no art background needed. All materials are provided, and by the end of the session you’ll walk away with the confidence (and skill) to draw your own jagua creations.

DATES: 13 & 14 September, 18 & 19 October 2025

VENUE: HEYCYANN Studio (71 Lor 23 Geylang, Singapore 388386)

HOW TO SIGN UP: Limited slots; book via Sistic

Spin It: DJ Workshop with Ministry of DJs

WHAT IT IS: Ever wondered what it’s like behind the decks? This 60-minute intro workshop by Ministry of DJs, a homegrown DJ school, breaks down the fundamentals of DJing – equipment basics, mixing, and smooth track transitions – before letting you get hands-on with cueing, beatmatching, and mixing on industry-standard gear. With a live demo and guided practice, it’s a crash course in turning playlists into proper sets. No experience needed – just bring your ears and energy.

DATES: 20 September, 2pm

VENUE: Ministry of DJs (6 Claymore Hill, Claymore Plaza)

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book via Sistic

How (Not) to Write an Eco-Poem

WHAT IT IS: Led by poet Chrystal Ho, whose debut collection Elsewhere, the Cosmos Cracks, launches this Friday, this workshop at Sing Lit Station explores what it means to write with, not just about, the environment. Through reading and responding to works by poets like Mary Oliver and Ross Gay, participants will experiment with new ways of seeing the world around them and translating that into verse. No prior eco-knowledge needed – just curiosity for nature and a willingness to write.

DATES: 27 September 2025, 2pm to 5pm

VENUE: Sing Lit Station (22 Dickson Rd, Singapore 209506)

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book your tickets via Sistic

Crack the Case: The Dreamcatcher

WHAT IT IS: Enter the subconscious in this high-stakes immersive theatre experience by Sight Lines. When scientist-turned-suspected-terrorist Kamil Noor refuses to reveal the details of his deadly plot, participants must navigate his volatile dreamscape using The Dreamcatcher, a technology that blurs the lines between logic, madness, and morality. Written and directed by Krish Natarajan and starring Tan Rui Shan, Jon Cancio, Fahim Murshed, and Masturah Oli, this psychological thriller asks: can you uncover the truth before it’s too late?

DATES: 3 - 25 October 2025 (multiple showtimes)

VENUE: Goodman Arts Centre,  90 Goodman Rd, Singapore 439053

HOW TO SIGN UP: Tickets via Sistic

FRAMED: Murder Mystery at the Gallery

WHAT IT IS: True crime fan? This one’s for you Step into a whodunnit at National Gallery Singapore, where you’re accused of a crime you didn’t commit. This immersive game blends art and intrigue – every artwork unlocks clues, puzzles, and shifting perspectives on identity. As you move through the galleries, you’ll piece together evidence, uncover secrets, and argue your innocence in a story where perception is everything. 

DATES: Ongoing

VENUE: National Gallery Singapore

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book your tickets via National Gallery Singapore

Hands-On Graffiti: From Sketches to Spray Paint

WHAT IT IS: Art Outreach invites you to step into the world of street art through two immersive workshops at Gillman Barracks, led by four leading graffiti artists: Slacsatu, BoonBaked, Beings (Jufri) and NOEZ23 (Ayid Razak). Start with the Graffiti Sketch Workshop (4 Oct), where you’ll learn to design your own stylised alphabets and characters. Then level up with the Graffiti Crash Course (11 Oct), a practical spray-paint session that guides you through techniques, safety, and the creation of your own artwork, all while murals come alive around you.

DATES: 4 & 11 October 2025, 2pm to 3pm 

VENUE: Gillman Barracks

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book your tickets via Sistic: Graffiti Sketching Workshop and Graffiti Crash Course

Bind It Yourself: Bookbinding at Objectifs

WHAT IT IS: Print is not dead, it’s an art kept alive by the resilient indie arts scene. Discover the art of handmade books in this beginner-friendly workshop at Objectifs. Across a single three-hour session, you’ll learn techniques like dos-à-dos, pamphlet, four-hole stab, and link stitch binding, while crafting your own books from scratch. Participants will take home a bookbinding toolkit along with their completed creations, making this an intimate introduction to a centuries-old practice that still shapes photo books and art publishing today.

DATES: 18 October 2025, 2pm to 5pm 

VENUE: Objectifs Workshop Space

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book your tickets via SG Culture Pass website

Passages Contemporary Season by Singapore Ballet

WHAT IT IS: Singapore Ballet’s annual contemporary season returns with a slate of new works that push the boundaries of dance, expanding our appreciation of the physicality and heart that goes into every choreographed move. This year’s programme features three world premieres by Australian choreographers Natalie Weir, Tim Harbour, and Alice Topp, alongside the revival of Meeting Point by Singaporean choreographer Christina Chan. Expect an evening of discovery, innovation, and the expressive power of contemporary ballet.

DATES: 31 October to 2 November 2025, multiple showtimes,

VENUE: Esplanade Theatre Studio

HOW TO SIGN UP: Book your tickets via Esplanade

Flash Focus: Photowalk at Haw Par Villa

WHAT IT IS: Explore the surreal landscapes (or hellscapes, if you will) of Haw Par Villa through a guided photowalk that doubles as a flash photography workshop. Participants will learn to harness their camera’s built-in flash to capture striking shots in shifting light conditions. Open to beginners and hobbyists alike, the session blends technical skill-building with the park’s rich visual storytelling and eccentric backdrops.

DATES: 22 November 2025, 4pm to 6pm

VENUE: Haw Par Villa

HOW TO SIGN UP: Stay tuned for more details on registration via Objectifs’ website