Things To Do In Singapore: An Exhibition On Dressing For The Future & More

WEEK OF DEC 1:

STEP INTO THE FUTURE OF GETTING “HOT” AT THE HOT BODIES EXHIBITION

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
HOT BODIES is Anak’s ambitious new exhibition that treats Singapore’s rising heat not as a crisis to run from, but as a design prompt with endless creative potential. Supported by the SG Eco Fund and the DesignSingapore Council, the show brings together ten international and regional designers to imagine what Heatwear could look like in a warmer future. You’ll see everything from playful sun-protective capes to speculative fashion concepts that literally reshape how the body meets the sun. Highlights include French artist Jean Jullien’s UPF 50 Sunshell cape that turns sun protection into a kind of joyful costume; TANCHEN Studio’s cooling jade neckpiece designed for hyper-efficient heat relief; TMS.SITE’s protective workwear rethought for outdoor labour; and London-based designer HARRI’s futuristic inflatable “self-conditioning” garment (pictured).

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Beyond the main showcase, HOT BODIES sprawls into a full Heatwear Emporium with shoppable accessories like sunstraps, handheld fans and UV indicators, co-designed with some of the exhibition’s featured creators. There’s also a Sunscreen Bar stocked with more than 80 SPF products to test, plus a Hydration Bar serving tailored electrolyte blends. If you’ve ever wondered what living well in a warming world could actually look like, this exhibition offers a surprisingly hopeful, deeply creative answer.

Dec 6 - 28, 10am - 8pm, at School Hall, New Bahru, 46 Kim Yam Road

SCOOP UP ONE-OF-A-KIND PIECES AT UN STUDIO’S CHRISTMAS MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Beloved Singapore ceramic label UN Studio’s Christmas Sale is back — and this year’s edition is shaping up to be its most charming yet. Expect a cosy, colourful mix of ceramics, glassware, lamps and textiles, brought together by a lineup of makers that blends “old friends and new favourites”. They’ll also be rolling out maker spotlights in the lead-up, so you can get a sneak peek at what’s coming. And in case you’ve been following their new side project, @mugen.objects: rest assured, UN Studio isn’t going anywhere. Mugen may be their quieter, more introspective sibling, but the Christmas Sale is firmly UN — bigger, brighter and filled with pieces created just for this event.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:

:Because there’s nothing like seeing everything in person — the colours, the textures, the craftsmanship, and the little surprises you didn’t know you needed. Alongside the objects, you’ll also get a coffee bar pop-up and sweets by @pullnpour, plus special takeaway treats from Mama Un making a return. It’s the kind of warm, easygoing shopping experience that makes you slow down, chat with makers, and find gifts that feel personal (even if the gift is for yourself).

Dec 5 - 7, 10am - 7pm, at 47 Jalan Pemimpin, #04-03 Halcyon 2

HEAD TO THE COUP FOR A NIGHT OF EXPERIMENTAL FILMS

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

RUSHES is a new moving-image gathering dreamed up by Goreng during their residency at Run Amok, bringing an evening of video oddities, short films and unapologetically experimental visuals to The Coup. It’s all about works that resist neat labels — the kind that feel most electric when experienced together in a room full of friendly strangers and your favourite strange friends. For its first edition, Rituals, the programme digs into the gestures, loops and small private systems that quietly shape our days, from superstitions and coping mechanisms to the tiny habits we barely notice.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because each artist screens their work alongside films by makers they admire, forming an intuitive chain of influence that you rarely get to witness in public. The inaugural edition is curated by Ryan Benjamin Lee, Rin Tachihara and Khairullah Rahim, and the evening comes with all the trimmings: screenings, conversations, a market, fresh merch and a closing party. It’s a feast for the eyes, a beat for the feet, and an entirely valid reason to ghost your chores.

Dec 6, 4pm till late, at The Coup, 7 Ann Siang Hill

FIND YOUR NEXT FAVORITE NATURE-INSPIRED PIECE AT THIS MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
The highly anticipated third edition of Notes From Nature market is back, celebrating craft, nature, and intentional living. Set against the warm, aged wood of the Journey East showroom, the event brings together Singapore’s finest curators and artisans, all drawing inspiration from the natural world.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Expect a multi-sensory experience: Chef Marcus Tan (@tanzybra) serves plant-based delights, Boujee Botanicals (@boujee.botanicals) offers bespoke medicinal elixirs, and Pick Me Up (@_pickmeup.sg) roasts specialty barista coffee. Browse unique plants from Dryspell Garden (@dryspell.garden) and Little Botany (@littlebotany), and discover artisanal goods like Project Coal’s (@projectcoal) naturally dyed textiles and IN M. RES’s (@inm.res) statement planters. It’s the perfect way to pause, observe, and bring a touch of nature into your space.

Dec 6 - 7, 12pm - 6pm, at Journey East, 315 Outram Road, #03-02 Tan Boon Liat Building

EXPERIENCE A DANCE PERFORMANCE WITH THE SINGAPORE BUTOH COLLECTIVE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
The Singapore Butoh Collective has a new site-specific series - called Butoh Badlands, the first edition is set within Bricolage Cafe at The Arts House Annex. Expect the building’s multi-level interior to become a living stage, where floors, stairwells, alcoves, and nooks serve as portals and vantage points for site-responsive Butoh improvisations.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is a rare opportunity to experience the Japanese dance form in Singapore outside conventional settings. Audiences can expect spontaneous improvisations, intimate encounters with performers, and an evening that blurs the line between performer and observer.

Dec 6, 6pm - 10pm, at Bricolage cafe, 1 Old Parliament Lane, #01-03 The Arts House Annex Building

CHECK OUT AN EXHIBITION ON THE END OF THE WORLD

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

Ending the year on a darkly witty note, design and art space Tokonoma’s final exhibition for 2025 The End (F*ck ‘Em All) takes a sharp look at how humanity’s hubris has led us straight into ecological collapse, societal burnout, and personal despair. The exhibition’s nine works are equal parts meditation and smack-in-the-face critique, exploring how our obsession with “perfect” societies has tipped straight into dystopia.
Expect everything from Percy Shelley’s iconic Ozymandias to William Hogarth’s Bathos, Robert Zhao’s This Tree We Must Save, and Other Stories, Vibha Galhotra’s Remains, Han Jinsu’s Pond, and Gardar Eide Einarsson’s Mining Rig.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re into smart, punchy commentary on culture, climate, and everything in between, this is your stop. It’s irreverent, thought-provoking, and unapologetically contemporary — the perfect exhibition to close out 2025.

Dec 6. 12pm - 7pm. On till Dec 30 (by appointment only), at Tokonoma, 16 Shaw Road, #03-10

DIVE INTO ARTIST JANIE KORN’S MINIATURE CIRCUS

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Forget everything you think you know about candles. This December, Heartware Store & Gallery turns into a tiny, surreal circus for Cirque Korn, the new collection by USA-born, London-based artist Janie Korn. Her hand-sculpted candles are equal parts folklore, memory, and pure imagination — think Calder’s Cirque Calder, but somehow softer, dreamier, and completely enchanting. The collection celebrates impermanence, playfulness, and that fleeting magic you can only catch in the moment. Alongside the candles, you’ll find a curated selection of Heartware × Janie Korn merch — tote bags, prints, tableware, postcards, and one-of-a-kind keepsakes. And for the real fans, Korn herself will be in Singapore on 6 December for an intimate artist talk (slots are super limited, so sign up fast).

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the kind of show that makes you pause, look closer, and maybe even wonder if you’ve stumbled into a circus from another dimension. Perfect for those who love surreal design, playful artistry, and a little festive magic.

Dec 6 - Jan 11, 12pm - 7pm, at Heartware Store & Gallery, 350B Joo Chiat Road

SEE THE BEST OF KOREAN & SINGAPOREAN ART AT TEMENGGONG & SUPERANI 2025

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Celebrate 50 years of Singapore–South Korea ties and Singapore’s 60th birthday with Temenggong & Superani 2025, a live drawing extravaganza that opens this weekend. Think of it as a front-row seat to creativity in motion, with artists sketching, illustrating, and experimenting right before your eyes.
The spotlight is on Korean heavyweights like Kim Hyun Jin, portrait maestro and founder of Superani; Kim Dong Ho, author and YouTube drawing tutor; and Stonehouse, cartoonist, former professor, and Marvel Comics cover illustrator. They’ll be joined by a lineup of Singaporean artists, including emerging star Anna Du Toit (her work pictured here), Ashley Yeo, John Clang, PHUNK, Sonny Liew, and Theseus Chan.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s rare to see such a powerhouse lineup from two creative hubs under one roof. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, illustrator, or just love seeing creative minds in action, this is your chance to witness the next wave of talent and catch masters at work.

Dec 6 - 9, 12pm - 6pm, at Temenggong Artists-In-Residence, 28 Temenggong Road

PICK UP THE CRAFT OF JAPANESE INDIGO DYEING

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
This week, the Japanese women-led collective Chizu Blue from Tottori brings the centuries-old craft of Japanese indigo (aizome) to Singapore. This hands-on experience goes beyond just dyeing: you’ll learn the history, cultural significance, and techniques behind indigo. The program is divided into three immersive modules. Start with Indigo Dye Liquid — Preparing the Blue, perfect for beginners curious about the roots of the craft. Next, get playful in Rubber Bands & Marbles, experimenting with shapes and textures to create your own patterned pieces. Finally, master traditional shibori in Shibori Patterns on Tenugui, where you fold, bind, and dye your own fabric or tenugui to take home.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Whether you’re a textile enthusiast, a family looking for a creative outing, or just curious about Japanese craftsmanship, this workshop series is an intimate, hands-on way to connect with tradition and create something beautiful.

More details on the workshops here.

Dec 3 - 7, various time slots, at  Asaru Studio, 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, #01-07

CATCH THE NEXT WAVE OF YOUTH FILMMAKING AT FRESH MEAT VOL. 2

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
The short film platform Fresh Meat is back after a brief hiatus, and Vol. 2 is bringing six original short films created by Singapore’s next generation of filmmakers. Produced through the Singapore Youth Film Festival’s (SYFF) Film Facilitation Mentorship programme, each project received $10,000 in seed funding and guidance from industry pros. The result? Six distinct, bold, and inventive stories that reflect the diversity and creativity of youth voices in Singapore today.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is your chance to catch the future of local cinema in action. Meet the young directors, hear their perspectives, and get inspired by fresh storytelling that’s shaping Singapore’s film scene. Whether you’re a film buff or just curious about what local youths are creating, Fresh Meat Vol. 2 is the place to be.

More details here.

Dec 4 - 7, 10am - 6pm, at *SCAPE Whitespace, Level 3, 2 Orchard Link

WEEK OF NOV 24:

CATCH THE BEST OF WORLD CINEMA AT SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2025

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
The 36th edition of the Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) returns as part of the Singapore Media Festival 2025, showcasing over 120 films from more than 45 countries. This year, the festival celebrates fearless storytelling, spotlighting female-driven narratives, restored classics, and bold contemporary voices that explore identity, resilience, and self-discovery.

The festival opens on 26 November with superstar actress Shu Qi’s award-winning directorial debut Girl / 女孩, with Shu Qi, lead actor Bai Xiao-Ying, and actor-singer 9m88 in attendance. Shu Qi will also appear in Bi Gan’s Resurrection / 狂野时代, presented in the festival’s Undercurrent section for experimental filmmaking, and will participate in an In Conversation session with returning Festival Ambassador Rebecca Lim on November 27.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This year’s SGIFF is packed with milestones. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Deepa Mehta will become the festival’s first-ever female recipient of the Cinema Honorary Award, while Oscar-winning South Korean actress Youn Yuh-jung receives the Screen Icon Award for outstanding contributions to Asian cinema.

Singaporean cinema also takes centre stage with more than 30 local feature and short films, including world premieres like Sandbox, At Home with Work, and Cendol, showcased across the Southeast Asian Short Film Competition and Singapore Panorama sections. Internationally, acclaimed filmmaker Lucrecia Martel leads the jury for the Asian Feature Film Competition, which now features a diverse mix of established and emerging directors from across the region.

Check out the full line-up here.

Nov 26 - Dec 7, various locations

SIGN UP FOR FFIGS, SINGAPORE’S MOST CHAOTIC FILM FESTIVAL

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

FFIGS is possibly Singapore’s most unofficial film festival, running alongside SGIFF but doing its own thing. No premieres, no juries, no competition — just movies, ideas, and messy, alive conversations about cinema. Over ten days, the festival transforms 136 Goethe Lab into a space for screenings, hangouts, and community-driven events, including themed parties, rooftop picnics, and quirky experimental showcases. It’s a hub for cinephiles to talk, share, and create together — the kind of space where your rejected short film might end up on screen next to your favourite local artist’s latest experiment.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because it’s the festival for people who love film without the formalities. Dress up for the Shu Qi Lookalike Party, kick back in the FFIGS Lounge with snacks, discussions, and fringe events, and share your own films at the Bring Your Rejected Film Potluck. Stick around for rooftop chill sessions, raves, and the FFIGS x COCKEYE Awkwards Awards, where you get to decide the winners of the festival’s most awkward (and hilarious) moments.

More details here.

Nov 29 - Dec 7, various times, at Goethe-Institut Singapore, 136 Neil Road

HIT UP THIS STYLISH CHRISTMAS MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Close the year with colour, craft, and good vibes at Aa Furniture’s Festive Weekend Market. N.O.M. Pottery debuts textured, music-inspired ceramics, TANCHEN Studio drops new bag charms alongside fan favourites, and Dilly Deli keeps you fuelled with specialty coffee, bakes, and sandwiches. Art Again presents collectible artworks, while Micasa Fucasa brings vintage rugs full of history.Museum Gift Shop also showcases Tamaki Niime’s one-of-a-kind shawls, Keijusha’s stencil-dyed washi, and Tobimatsu Toki’s porcelain pendants, alongside prebuilt USM Haller configurations and festive hampers — a curated celebration of local makers and creative discovery.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the weekend where craft, gifts, and community collide. Whether hunting for unique pieces or soaking in the creative vibes, this is the place to close the year in style.

Nov 29 - 30, 12pm - 8pm, at Aa Furniture, 10C Jalan Ampas, #07-01 Ho Seng Lee Flatted warehouse

TAKE PART IN A LIVE BEATMAKING SESSION

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Kick off Senisini’s programme series with Rentak Bahru (New Beats), a live beat-making session where classic Malay records get flipped into fresh, head-nodding rhythms. Watch musicians Fauxe and Zeromemorythief take familiar tunes — the ones your parents might’ve played — and transform them into beats that move both memory and body. Whether you’re a beatmaker or just curious about how hip-hop samples come alive, this is your chance to see the magic happen in real time. Bring your own tracks, get inspired by heritage-infused sounds, or just soak up the experimental energy of local music makers pushing boundaries. Meanwhile, the Art Club invites anyone to draw, doodle, and collaborate, making it a full-on creative playground for all.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Step into a space where nostalgia meets innovation — hear old Malay records like you’ve never heard them before. Fauxe and Zero pull back the curtain on their process, turning familiar melodies into beats that feel alive and immediate. By the end, you might catch yourself thinking differently about music, memory, and how Singapore’s sounds are being reimagined.

Get your tickets here.

Nov 29, 2pm - 5pm, at Geylang Serai Heritage Gallery, 1 Engku Aman, #01-05 Wisma, Turn

HIT HYPERFOCUS’ SECOND ANNIVERSARY PARTY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Rave party series Hyperfocus wraps up 2025 with Second Heaven, a club night of steady beats and thoughtful drops. Local DJs Godkorine and Howrong set the pace, joined by Hyperfocus residents Tempolaree and DJ New Masculine. International guests Rattlesnakke from Buenos Aires and Phat Paris from Saigon bring fresh sounds — from electronic and Latin Club to experimental RKT and drag-inspired DJ sets.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s a chance to catch local and international talent in one room, hear new takes on familiar sounds, and just enjoy a night of music curated for people who care about what’s next in the scene.

Get your tickets here.

Nov 28, 10.30pm till late, at Headquarters, 66 Boat Quay

DROP BY THIS ARCHIVAL FASHION MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Archival fashion store Upstairs Garments hands over the keys to @comme.please for their first-ever Singapore pop-up. Expect racks of archival pieces from cult labels like Comme des Garçons, Issey Miyake, Prada, and more — all curated with a mid-size wardrobe in mind. It’s a rare chance to dig through hard-to-find gems and add some serious classics to your collection.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re hunting for archival pieces you won’t see anywhere else, this pop-up is worth the climb.

Nov 29 - 30, 12pm - 8pm, at Upstairs Garments, 75B Tanjong Pagar Road

STEP INTO FEMTASIA: A NIGHT FOR TRANS JOY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Baby Boy closes out the month with Femtasia, a night built entirely around trans joy and trans artistry. For November’s Trans Awareness Month, the stage is handed over to a full trans cast curated by resident diva and local icon Kak Nina Boo. Expect a tight lineup of trans drag performers, a high-energy set from trans dance crew Dolluxe, and DJs who know exactly how to keep the floor moving till three in the morning. It’s community, glamour, and a bit of chaos — the good kind — all in one room.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because nights like this don’t happen nearly enough — a party built for trans people, by trans people, and centred entirely on their joy. Femtasia doesn’t just put trans performers on stage; it hands them the mic, the spotlight, and the room. You get to show up for a community that has shaped Singapore’s nightlife in ways that often go unseen, and celebrate their artistry on their own terms.

Get your tickets here.

Nov 29, 10pm - 3am, at Hard Rock Cafe, 50 Cuscaden Road, Hpl House #02-01

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN AN INTERACTIVE SOUND EXPERENCE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Created by Singapore artist Sai (Chen Sai Hua Kuan), who’s known for his playful, sound-interactive sculptures and installations that turn everyday moments into spaces of curiosity — Circular Reverberance opens a pocket of calm inside Gillman Barracks. The work takes inspiration from the Chinese pictogram 回, the idea of looping back or returning to a place, a thought, or a feeling. Here, Sai transforms sound into something almost physical: a vibration you can see, sense, and stand inside.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re feeling stretched thin by the year-end rush, this installation functions like a pause button. It’s less about spectacle and more about presence — a space where you can recalibrate, breathe, and reconnect with your own rhythms. Sai’s practice has always nudged audiences to view the familiar differently, and this piece extends that generosity with a quiet, meditative clarity that lingers long after you leave.

On now till Nov 30, 11am - 7pm, at Art Outreach, 5 Lock Road, #01-06 Gillman Barracks

WEEK OF NOV 17:

EXPERIENCE DIOR’S COUTURE CRAFT UP CLOSE AT THIS UBS EXHIBITION

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
The exhibition UBS House of Craft x Dior is making its Asian debut in Singapore, bringing with it five never-before-seen photographs, a newly expanded show, and a fully immersive tribute room dedicated to Christian Dior. Fresh from its New York showing, the showcase spotlights rarely seen Dior Heritage archives curated by legendary fashion editor Carine Roitfeld and artist-photographer Brigitte Niedermair, tracing how each of Dior’s creative directors, from Yves Saint Laurent to Maria Grazia Chiuri and the newly appointed Jonathan Anderson, reshaped the house’s legacy. The Singapore edition also introduces new visual and archival references to the region, revealing subtle moments where Dior’s designers drew inspiration from Asia, including sketches and gowns that reference Singapore directly.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is a rare chance to see couture’s inner workings in motion. Expect live craft demonstrations by artisans from Dior Atelier, plus a full line-up of free public talks that dive into the craft of couture, the power of archives, the art of fashion photography, and the instincts behind Dior’s most iconic creations. Hear from Dior Heritage director Perrine Scherrer, atelier premiers, and collaborators like Roitfeld and Niedermair themselves, all unpacking how tradition and innovation continue to shape the maison’s future.

Entry is free, just register here.

Nov 21, 11am - 5pm, Nov 22, 11am - 7pm, Nov 23, 11am - 7pm, at New Art Museum Singapore, 39 Keppel Road, Tanjong Pagar Distripark, #05-03/06

HIT UP BOUTIQUES FAIR SINGAPORE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

Boutiques Singapore is taking over the F1 Pit Building with its most stacked edition ever with over three hundred twenty brands, two hundred-plus exclusive launches, and a fresh wave of international labels joining the homegrown favourites. Think: design, fashion, wellness, art, food, and a whole new kids’ drop-off zone so parents can shop in peace. This edition also debuts two new lounge concepts — The Art & Music Lounge (hello GOFY prints and live drawing) and The Living Room (vintage decor, art prints, and that Hush Candle scent wafting everywhere) — basically, curated hangout zones disguised as “rest areas”.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because this is the one-stop festive market that actually feels fun. You get design gems from across the region (CrafiLab, Minimoor), cool exclusives (ANOTHER LAND’s new Rose Facial Mask, ARTE Pickleball’s Pastel paddles), and international highlights like Paper Shoot Camera’s eco-friendly paper cameras. Plus, Boutiques is still the place where creative collabs are born — think IN GOOD COMPANY x Studio Karyn Lim’s metallic woven bag and Lievik Atelier x Maverick Made’s luxe tactile charms. And if you want your spending to mean something, there’s a whole lane of brands giving back, from Lily and Sophia’s ceramics supporting Hanoi kids to HOME’s limited-edition tote for migrant worker advocacy.

Get your tickets here.

Nov 21, 11am - 9pm, Nov 22, 11am - 9pm, Nov 23, 10am - 6pm, at F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard

PLAY MINI GOLF WITH PIZZA

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Goth Golf is exactly what it sounds like — a chaotic, cute, slightly unhinged mini-golf pop-up by two provocateurs in the local scene (design gallery Tokonoma, and pizzeria Bad Habits) where you can swing a putter, eat great pizza, drink good wine, and browse clothes, all in one vibe-heavy hangout.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the most fun you’ll have with a golf club without touching an actual golf course. Come for the mini-golf bragging rights, stay for the food, drinks, and fashion. Bring friends, dress cool, and prepare for harmless competition and maximum chaos.

Nov 21, 5pm till late, Nov 22, at Bad Habits, 23 Mohamed Sultan Road

DIVE INTO FRENCH CINEMA AT VOILAH! FILM FEST 2025

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Francophiles, your favourite film festival is back with over 30 films that span drama, comedy, action, literary adaptations, family animation, and sci-fi. Organised by the Embassy of France in Singapore and co-presented by Alliance Francaise de Singapour and Shaw Organisation, the festival celebrates French storytelling that’s bold, imaginative, and unapologetically human.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
French cinema isn’t just about watching — it’s about feeling, thinking, and being transported. Experience the tense political thriller 13 Days 13 Nights (13 Jours 13 Nuits) as French officers navigate Kabul’s fall, or dive into sci-fi dystopias like Dog 51 (Chien 51) and Dalloway, where AI and human ambition collide. For horror–meets–drama vibes, Alpha blurs lines between mother, daughter, and the uncanny, while The Incredible Shrinking Man flips your perspective on life itself.

Get your tickets here.

On now till Nov 30, various times, at Shaw Theatres Lido, Shaw Theatres PLQ and Alliance Francaise de Singapour

SNAP UP THE CUTEST TRINKETS AT APPLE FARMACY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

If you dig bag charms, stickers, costume jewellery, and other such tchotchkes, you don’t want to miss Apple Farmacy - this new market specialises in representing small local labels that typically handmakes each item with plenty of charm and heart.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:

Each day features different vendors, so it’s going to be an adventure exploring what each iteration has to offer. If Boutiques Singapore is the polished retail festival, here’s where you can find smaller labels espousing a more down-to-earth, cute, and heartfelt vibe.

Nov 21 - 23, 12pm - 7pm, at 38 Jalan Pemimpin, #08-08

CHECK OUT YEO WORKSHOP’S NEW POP-UP ART SPACE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Well-respected homegrown gallery Yeo Workshop is bringing contemporary art straight into the CBD with Vitrine, their new pop-up space — and they’re kicking it off with a bang. Their debut exhibition Inside the Dream of a Durian Seller riffs on Cheong Soo Pieng’s iconic 1981 painting, pulling its surreal, smoky world into the present. Think: durians as portals, batik-clad figures reimagined, and that mysterious opium pipe turned conceptual backbone. The show gathers some of Singapore’s most exciting artists — from Brandon Tay’s visceral anti-durian soundscape to the Chun U Bi brothers’ cheeky Animal Farm-esque satire on art-world characters.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the perfect mix of heritage, humour, and a little hallucination. Whether you love durians, hate them, or simply treat them as a core memory, this show turns a humble fruit into a full-on cultural metaphor. Step inside for a dose of nostalgia, sharp commentary, and art that transforms a basic shopfront into a full-blown dream zone.

Nov 20 - Jan 31, 2026, 12pm - 7pm (weekdays only), at OUE Downtown Gallery pop-up space, 6A Shenton Way #01-36

HIT A RISOGRAPHY POP-UP SHOW

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

Riso heads, illustrators, print hoarders — this one’s basically your Grand Prix. Night Riders is a two-weekend-only riso pop-up by Around Gallery, revving into Kapo Factory with fresh prints from nine artists who know exactly how to hit the gas on colour, chaos and charm. Expect new works from @alumintss, @angr.lines, @ceeejus, @chowpandraws, @nikkei.dex, @robodumpling, @rollround, @shiaaaan and @snottle — each bringing their own flavour of speed, silliness and visual noise.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the perfect five-minute pit stop or a whole afternoon of getting lost in prints you absolutely do not need but will one hundred per cent take home anyway. Limited days, limited runs, maximum FOMO.

 Nov 21 - 23, 12pm - 5pm, at Kapo Factory, 80 Playfair Road, Block B, #05-17

GET LOST IN NOSTALGIA AT SARAH LIN’S SOLO SHOW

WHAT IT’S ABOUT: Emerging artist Sarah Lin has just opened a new solo show speed of memory — a dreamy, slightly surreal deep dive into how we hold on to love, loss, and everything in between. Strawberries appear throughout the paintings as emblems of tenderness and time, inspired by dreams she once had. The exhibition sits in conversation with Bergsonian and Proustian ideas of memory, as well as Ingmar Bergman’s classic film Wild Strawberries.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO: Because it is the kind of show that hits you in the feelings before you even realise why. If you love art that feels personal, poetic, and a little cinematic, Sarah Lin’s world is well worth stepping into.

On now till Dec 12, 11.30am - 8.30pm, at Museum Art&Co, 9 Raffles Boulevard, #01-67/68 The Millenia Walk

CATCH A DOUBLE BILL SCREENING OF CULT JAPANESE FILMS

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
If you’ve been sucked into the viral edits of Japanese auteur Gakuryu Ishii’s Mirrored Mind, here’s your chance to watch the real thing — and then double it. Asian Film Archive is screening Mirrored Mind and Koji Yamamura’s hauntingly beautiful Dozens of Norths in a one-night-only double bill that basically feels like stepping into someone else’s subconscious.

The first film, Mirrored Mind, marks its Southeast Asia premiere and follows an actress cracking under the weight of her own identity. One minute she’s swallowed by Tokyo’s chaos, the next she’s drifting through a dreamlike tropical nowhere. The score by Hiroyuki Onogawa (of August in the Water fame) flips between frantic and floaty, turning the film into a meditation on memory, stillness, and the self. Then there’s  Koji Yamamura’s Dozens of Norths — sixty four minutes of wordless, atmospheric animation that moves through different “norths”: quiet, shifting, slightly uncanny. And yes: director Gakuryu Ishii will be joining via online Q&A right after the screening.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because double features like this do not happen every weekend — especially ones that tap so cleanly into the collective Gen Z psyche: identity spirals, dissociation, dreamy escapism, and audio that feels like a brain massage. If you want your weekend plans to feel a little more cinematic than doomscroll-y, this is it.

Get your tickets here.

Nov 22, 5pm - 8pm, at Oldham Theatre, 1 Canning Rise

DIVE INTO SINGAPORE’S BIGGEST BOARDSPORTS FESTIVAL AT TRIFECTA

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
TRIFECTA Singapore is turning two, and it’s celebrating the only way it knows how: by throwing the ultimate boardsports takeover in the middle of Orchard. This weekend, the city’s surf, snow and skate hub is opening its doors for a full weekend of movement, community energy and all-out fun. For one weekend only, you get free try-outs across surf, snow and skate, community challenges, live competitions and the chance to win complimentary classes. Think apres-ski vibes without the flight, plus giveaways, kids’ sessions and an all-day festival atmosphere. It’s basically a sampler platter of everything that makes TRIFECTA tick.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because where else in Singapore can you surf, snowboard and skate in one afternoon, and for free to boot? You’ll get to test all three sports with no gear and no experience required, chase freebies, and maybe even score a Japan snow trip if you’re lucky. Want a deeper dive? Anniversary rates on TRIFECTA’s Intro Classes mean you can learn to carve, skate or catch your first wave with pro instructors for a fraction of the usual price.

Admission is free

Nov 22 - 23, 9am - 10pm, at TRIFECTA Singapore, 10A Exeter Road

CELEBRATE KOTERIE’S 5TH WITH A POP-UP OF REVAMPED FAVES

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Local streetwear label Koterie is turning five, and they’re doing it in style. The homegrown brand is dropping a limited-time capsule collection that revisits fan-favourite pieces from past collections — only now, they’re upgraded for the next chapter. What to expect? Celebrity stylist and co-founder Jeremy Tan promises effortless style that’s approachable, chic, and wearable — while co-founder Yong calls it a bridge between where they began and where they’re headed next. We say the best way to find out is to head down yourself.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Wardrobe staples are always welcomed — plus coffee and a homegrown community to vibe with while you shop? Perfect.

Nov 21 - 23, 1.30pm - 7pm, at Woodslab, One Sims Lane, #01-01 & #01-02