Things To Do In Singapore: ArtScience Museum Opens A Giant Insect Exhibition & More

WEEK OF JAN 12:

HEAD INTO THE WORLD OF GIANT INSECTS AT ARTSCIENCE MUSEUM

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Making its Southeast Asian debut, Insects: Microsculptures Magnified transforms the tiny into the monumental. Featuring 37 ultra-high-resolution insect portraits by British photographer Levon Biss, the exhibition magnifies specimens from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History — some towering up to seven feet tall — revealing colours, textures, and structures invisible to the naked eye.

Created in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History, the show also weaves in cutting-edge scientific research from Singapore, spotlighting discoveries from local institutions like NTU, NUS, and A*STAR. From dung beetles that quietly keep ecosystems clean to cicada wings inspiring futuristic materials, the exhibition bridges art, science, and biodiversity in ways that feel both visually arresting and unexpectedly relevant.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because it completely rewires how you see insects. What’s usually dismissed as creepy or forgettable becomes intricate, beautiful, and essential.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 17 - April 19, 10am - 7pm, at ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue

GET ACQUAINTED WITH THIS JAPANESE AVANT GARDE ART FORM

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Secondary art platform Art Again is bringing Motif to Singapore — the first local exhibition by acclaimed artist Keiko Moriuchi, one of the last living members of the legendary Gutai Art Association. What is gutai you ask? Founded in postwar Japan, Gutai was a radical movement that broke away from traditional painting, pushing art into performance, material experimentation, and the idea that art should be an event, not just an object.

Opening just ahead of Singapore Art Week, the show features fourteen new works by the artist - Moriuchi’s paintings are built slowly and deliberately with gold leaf, geometric forms, and references to the cosmos. They’re tactile, almost sculptural, and deeply meditative — works that reward spending time with them. Across the exhibition, you’ll see threads that stretch endlessly across canvases, symbols pulled from mythology and mathematics, and surfaces that shift as light moves through the room.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Moriuchi is 83 and still experimenting, still questioning, still making work that feels alive and searching. If you’re curious about Gutai beyond the textbook version, or just want to experience something rare, thoughtful, and quietly powerful during the rush of Art Week, this is one to slow down for.

Jan 17 - Feb 1, 11am - 7pm, at Tokonoma, 16 Shaw Road, #03-10

SEE STRANGE, PLAYFUL SCULPTURES COME TO LIFE AT THIS SHOW

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Touchpoints is a playful, collaborative installation by emerging artists Hans Chew and Genevieve Leong. Think of it like a conversation in objects — each artist makes something, the other tweaks it, and the process repeats. Inspired loosely by a bouldering wall, the work moves in unexpected directions as pieces get passed, changed, and reimagined. The result? Strange, almost creature-like sculptures that feel alive, caught somewhere between finished and unsettled.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Step inside and watch ideas unfold in real time. The sculptures aren’t just objects on display — they’re records of an ongoing back-and-forth, full of surprises and little moments you won’t see coming. If you enjoy seeing creativity in action, this is a space that rewards close, curious attention.

Jan 15 - Feb 1, 10am - 6pm, at Journey East, 315 Outram Rd, #03-02 Tan Boon Liat Building

DISCOVER THE NEIGHBOURHOOD OF MOONSTONE LANE ON THIS ART WALK

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
OH! Open House returns with a new artwalk set along Moonstone Lane, a quietly layered neighbourhood shaped by decades of rebuilding, improvisation, and everyday life. Titled Everything Changes, Everything Stays the Same, this edition invites you to slow down and notice what urban change often brushes past — memory, habit, and the human traces that linger beneath redevelopment.

Five site-specific works by Singaporean and international artists unfold across real, lived-in spaces. Robert Zhao Renhui brings photography into a long-occupied family home, weaving private memory with the broader story of Singapore’s urban shifts. Nearby, Milenko Prvački’s work inhabits a working carpentry atelier, where labour, repetition, and material quietly speak to time and persistence. Jarupatcha Achavasmit steps into the intensely personal world of a diecast collector, using tactility and obsessive care to explore how objects become vessels for devotion and community. Outdoors, Ang Song Nian transforms a patch of green land with a large-scale installation that mirrors how landscapes are constantly reshaped — often faster than the people who live with those changes.

As you move through the walk, places like Lau Clan House and Sin Choon Huat Temple appear not as frozen heritage sites, but as living neighbours — still used, still adapting, still part of the present.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is art experienced at walking pace. No gallery hush, no fixed route — just you, the neighbourhood, and the quiet realisation that cities aren’t only built by planners, but by the people who live in them. If you enjoy noticing the in-between moments and the stories hiding in plain sight, this artwalk rewards paying attention.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 18 - 25, 5pm - 8.30pm (weekdays), 10am - 8.30pm (weekends), at Moonstone Lane

DIVE INTO A NIGHT OF FLUID SOUND AND SHAPE AT RASA

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
An anonymous collective takes over Rasa with a night built on total fluidity — no fixed identity, no rigid format, just sound, mood, and instinct. Leading the charge is Bobby Beethoven, a cult favourite in the region’s underground scene known for sets that move effortlessly between emotional depth and dancefloor tension, often blurring the line between listening and losing yourself completely.
He’s joined by DJ Waste, Failtrylagi, Godkorine, and Charmicide, each bringing their own warped sensibilities into the mix — from abrasive club textures to more shadowy, experimental turns.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:

If you’re curious about how different artists approach sound without rigid rules, this is a chance to experience that up close. The night unfolds organically, with each set responding to the space and the crowd, making it less about spectacle and more about being present and seeing where things go.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 16, 10pm till late, at Rasa, 9 Raffles Place #02-01, Tower, #1 Republic Plaza

SEE HOW BATIK IS BEING REIMAGINED AT CUTURI GALLERY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Metamorphosis looks at batik not as a fixed tradition, but as something constantly shifting. The exhibition brings contemporary artists from across the Malay Archipelago (Anniketyni Madian, Meta Enjelita and Khairulddin Wahab) into conversation with the late Jaafar Latiff — a key figure in Singapore art history who pushed batik into abstraction and experimentation, long before it was common to do so. Through new works and responses, the show traces how ideas of craft, legacy, and autonomy continue to evolve across generations.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO
This is a good entry point if you’re curious about how Southeast Asian artists today engage with tradition without being bound by it. It’s less about nostalgia, and more about seeing how materials, ideas, and influences move across time — and how one artist’s way of working can quietly shape many others.

Jan 17 - Feb 28, 12pm - 7pm (closed on Sundays and Mondays), at Cuturi Gallery, 61 Aliwal Street

CHECK INTO A HOROSCOPE-THEMED BALL

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Part of Singapore’s first-ever Ballroom weekend, the Lunar Ball 2 is a horoscope-themed night where you can come as your sun, moon, or rising sign. Expect a celebration of fashion, performance, and community energy — a theatrical, astrology-inspired evening at the heart of Ballroom culture.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s a night to dress up, be seen, and enjoy the performances, music, and energy that make Ballroom culture so alive. Whether you’re a seasoned participant or just curious, it’s a fun, immersive experience not to miss.

Get your tickets here.

 Jan 17, 4pm till late, at *SCAPE Ground Theatre, L2, 2 Orchard Link

DON’T MISS THE FIRST SUN KIKI BALL IN SINGAPORE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Following the Lunar Ball 2, the Kiki House of Sun Singapore Chapter presents the first-ever Sun Kiki Ball — part of Singapore’s inaugural Ballroom weekend. The night promises fierce fashion, unforgettable performances, and all the energy of a community coming together to celebrate Ballroom culture.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s a chance to witness and be part of something historic in Singapore’s Ballroom scene. From the looks to the performances to the crowd energy, the Sun Kiki Ball is all about living in the moment and celebrating self-expression.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 18, 4pm - 10pm, at *SCAPE The Treetop, 2 Orchard Link, #04-05

WEEK OF JAN 5:

CHECK OUT THE 10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION OF LIGHT TO NIGHT SINGAPORE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Light to Night Singapore marks its 10th edition with its longest run yet, taking over the Civic District over four weekends this month. Built around the theme The Power in Us, the festival shifts focus from art as spectacle to art as something collective — experienced in public, at night, and on your own terms.

New this year is SANTAI, a series of interactive commissions that invite slowing down and gathering. Highlights include Firdaus Sani’s Rumah Laut, which draws on the histories of Singapore’s coastal communities, and Michael Lin’s Gathering on the Lawn, where batik-inspired lantern bags activate the Padang through movement and participation. Projection mappings by Fyerool Darma and Ngoc Nau light up the National Gallery façade, while Navin Rawanchaikul’s billboard-scale SINGAPORAMA brings community voices into the mix. Food, DJ sets, and performances spill into the expanded Art x Social Festival Village after dark.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because it’s one of the few moments when art, nightlife, and public space collide — free, open, and built for wandering. No gatekeeping, no white-cube stiffness. Just show up and see how the city feels when it belongs to everyone.

More details here.

Jan 9 - 31, at National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew’s Road, and the Civic District

HIT RASA’S BIRTHDAY BASH WITH SHANTI CELESTE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Rasa continues its birthday run with another edition of Celestial Seasonings, teaming up with Sivilian Affairs for a night that leans cosmic, rhythmic, and deeply dancefloor-driven. At the centre of it all is Shanti Celeste, finally making her long-awaited Singapore debut.

Rooted in a contemporary UK take on classic Detroit techno, Shanti’s sound is buoyant, emotional, and generous — music that swings as much as it lifts. Beyond the booth, she’s a familiar voice on NTS Radio and the founder of Peach Discs, a label built on trust, community, and the idea of the dancefloor as a shared space. Expect warmth, movement, and grooves that feel alive rather than mechanical. She’s joined on the Floor by Robo X and Miss Lil, while the Hall hosts a rare b3b from Sivanesh, Maurice Simon, and Daytime Dancing.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because nights like this don’t come around often — a debut set, a stacked local line-up, and a crowd that actually wants to move together.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 9, 6pm - 3am, at Rasa, 9 Raffles Place #02-01, Tower, #1 Republic Plaza

EXPERIENCE LITERATURE OFF THE PAGE AND INTO THE CITY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

VERSE turns The Arts House into a month-long literary playground this January. Words collide with sound, movement, visual art, and tech across installations, performances, and late-night encounters. Highlights include brumblings by Aida Sa’ad, a tactile alphabet playground inspired by Wahidah Tambee, and Pass the Mic by Books&, pairing emerging writers and musicians like Jean Seizure and Stephanie Dogfoot for intimate, cross-disciplinary sessions. After dark, the façade lights up with projections like Larut’s Tears and Start Here: From Every Vantage Point, while other works explore neurodiversity, climate grief, and the fluidity of language.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
VERSE shows that literature doesn’t have to sit on a page. It’s a space to play with words, meet creators, and experience stories in motion — curious minds welcome.

More details here.

Jan 9 - 31, various times, at The Arts House, 1 Old Parliament Lane

DISCOVER HOW FIVE SOUTHEAST ASIAN WOMEN REDEFINED ART AND POWER

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

National Gallery Singapore brings together five art icons—Amanda Heng, Dolorosa Sinaga, Imelda Cajipe Endaya, Nirmala Dutt, and Phaptawan Suwannakudt—who spent the last six decades refusing to stay in the domestic lane. With over 45 major works and a treasure trove of 110 archival items (most never seen in Singapore), the show tracks how these women used performance, sculpture, and mural painting to dismantle patriarchal norms and state power. From Amanda Heng’s critique of housework to Dolorosa Sinaga’s sculptures of human rights resistance, it’s a masterclass in using art as a weapon for collective care.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO: If you’re over “girlboss” feminism and want the real history of Southeast Asian resistance, this is the blueprint. It’s organized into three zones that move from the personal body to public refusal, ending with “Imagining Otherwise”—a look at how these women built their own communities when the mainstream ones shut them out.

More details here.

Jan 9 - Nov 15, 10am - 7pm, at National Gallery Singapore, 1 St.Andrew Road

EXPERIENCE THE POETIC CINEMA OF SERGEI PARAJANOV

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Dive into the surreal, folkloric world of Armenian auteur Sergei Parajanov with the most comprehensive showcase of his work in Southeast Asia. From Shadows of Forgotten Ancestors to The Colour of Pomegranates, Legend of Surami Fortress, and Ashik Kerib, this retrospective spans restored features and rare shorts that shaped poetic cinema and continue to influence artists from Tarsem Singh to Lady Gaga. Guest curator Daniel Bird brings live talks and audio-visual performances with resurfaced outtakes, offering fresh ways to experience Parajanov’s visionary films.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is cinema as poetry — a rare chance to see why Parajanov remains one of the most daring and visually inventive filmmakers in history, and to witness his influence on music, fashion, and culture firsthand.

Get your tickets here.

Jan 9 - 25, various times, at Oldham Theatre, 1 Canning Rise

WEEK OF DEC 29:

HIT AN ALTERNATIVE NYE BASH

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
New Year’s Eve, but make it an all-day indie festival. Starting from 2pm, Manifest: Music Day Out! skips the flashy countdown cliches in favour of alternative sounds, underground energy, and a stacked lineup of local and regional acts.

Held at *SCAPE, the festival spans indie-pop, hip-hop, punk, hardcore and experimental music, featuring names like ABANGSAPAU, Sobs, Carpet Golf, Mystique, Reality Club, DOOR PLANT, Whispers, Hulica, Sukses Lancar Rejeki, Modern Cinema Master 當代電影大師, MOONGEKK, and an immersive audiovisual closing set by TZECHAR. Beyond the music, expect an on-site market by independent makers, bar partners serving craft cocktails, plus tarot and crystal readings to set the tone for 2026.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you prefer discovering great music over fighting countdown crowds, this one’s for you. Manifest feels less like a party and more like a community-led celebration of Southeast Asia’s indie scene, with a strong focus on young talent and cultural exchange. Come early, stay late, and catch emerging acts like Light of the South before they blow up.

Tickets are free, get them here.

Dec 31, 2pm till late, at *SCAPE, Playspace, L1 and Ground Theatre, L2, 2 Orchard Link

VISIT THE CUTEST JAPANESE TEA PARTY IN TOWN

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
J-fashion advocate Konbini kicks off the new year with a very special tea party at Dhoby Ghaut Gree with a pop-up market bringing together 32 vendors showcasing the best of J-fashion, alternative fashion, art, and handmade trinkets. Beyond shopping, it’s an open invitation to dress up in your favourite J-fashion or alt-fashion subculture, lay out a picnic mat, and settle in for a relaxed afternoon of tea on the grass with fellow enthusiasts. This year, things get extra playful: Konbini will be crowning the most creative picnic setup — outfits included.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s part fashion market, part dress-up picnic, and 100 per cent a community hang. Whether you’re deep into J-fashion or just curious, Konbini is one of those rare events where self-expression is the main attraction.

Jan 2 (2pm - 7pm), Jan 3 - 4 (12pm - 7pm), at Visual Arts Centre, 10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green

CHECK OUT A NEW CRAFT-CENTRIC STORE AT TIONG BAHRU MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Opened by two emerging ceramic artists Keneth Tan and Yasha Lai, Sideway is Tiong Bahru Market’s newest store, and it’s one designed for craft lovers. The space curates a thoughtful mix of ceramic pieces, zines, and charming tchotchkes by both local and international makers: think small-batch objects, handmade finds, and pieces you’ll want to pick up, turn over, and actually use in daily life.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s an easy, low-pressure way to encounter well-made objects outside of a gallery setting. Whether you’re hunting for a one-of-a-kind ceramic, a zine to flip through over coffee, or just curious about the growing craft scene in Singapore, Sideway is the kind of place you can stumble upon — and keep coming back to.

Opens Jan 3, 2pm - 6pm at Tiong Bahru market #01 - 85, 30 Seng Poh Road. Open every weekend, 11am - 4pm.

TAKE PART IN A MEDITATIVE TEA CEREMONY AND LUNCH

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Hatsugama 2026 at Paaru cafe (one of our favourite spaces in Singapore) is a gentle New Year’s Day gathering centred on tea, reflection, and beginning again with intention. Inspired by the Japanese tradition of the year’s first tea, this experience pairs a shared tea moment with toshikoshi soba — a symbolic meal meant to mark the transition into the year ahead. Think quiet rituals, thoughtful pacing, and a calm reset rather than a loud celebration.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re craving a softer start to the year — one that feels grounding, reflective, and quietly meaningful — this is it.

Book your slot here.

Jan 1 - 3, 11am and 1.30pm, at Paaru, 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace, #01-61

HIT UP ONE OF THE MOST WELL-CURATED NYE PARTIES AT RASA

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
This is RASA’s New Year’s Eve celebration built around exactly what the name promises: community, connection, and a shared dancefloor moment. As 2025 winds down, the night brings together sounds from different eras and scenes under one roof, led by a true titan of electronic music: Darren Emerson. From shaping the sound of Underworld to defining a generation through his Global Underground mixes — including the much-loved Global Underground 020: Singapore — Emerson’s presence feels like a full-circle moment for the city’s dance community.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Beyond Emerson, the night unfolds across multiple rooms and moods: Barker and Kin Leonn return to the floor with a live performance, setting a strong sonic foundation alongside Suffyan and A&E, who guide the energy as the hours stretch on. Over in the Hall, Failtrylagi and 8bitusagi b2b Poh bring their own colours and stories into the mix, adding depth and contrast to the night.

Get your tickets here.

Dec 31, 10pm till late, at Rasa, 9 Raffles Place #02-01, Tower, #1 Republic Plaza

START THE YEAR WITH A POTLUCK AT THE LIBRARY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
A low-key, come-as-you-are potluck at the beloved grounds-up Casual Poet Library — the kind that’s less about hosting and more about hanging out. This Saturday, the doors are open to everyone: past and present bookshelf-owners, volunteer librarians, friends of the space, and anyone who’s been meaning to drop by but never quite got around to it.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is the opposite of a performative New Year event. No pressure, no programming, just people showing up with a dish to share and a small hope for the year ahead. You’ll be invited to jot that hope down — for yourself, for others, for the world — and add it to the library wall, or share it with someone new. It’s gentle, human, and quietly grounding. Also: if you’re an introvert, you’re very much among friends.

Jan 3, 4pm - 7pm, at Casual Poet Library, 123 Bukit Merah Lane 1, #01-110

TURN OUT FOR THE MOST PLAYFUL NYE BASH

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
This New Year’s Eve, BABY BOY teams up with CVNTESSA to bring CVNTY NU QUEER — a feral, unapologetically loud crossover party. Expect rap, R&B, baile funk, jersey club, and vogue beat edits from DJs Anna Stacia, C2AC, and Lokies, alongside a drag lineup that slays all night: Anitta Dolla, Izzy Ershii, Kak Nina Boo, Opera Tang, Phlegm, and Tiara Sorrel.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If your idea of ringing in the new year involves subtlety, look elsewhere; this is less countdown, more full-on, messy, glitter-filled celebration to close 2025 and slide into 2026.

Get your tickets here.

Dec 31, 10pm - 3am, at Hard Rock Cafe, 50 Cuscaden Road, Hpl House #02-01

WEEK OF DEC 22

CHECK OUT FASSBENDER & MELLON COLLIE’S STORE OPENING

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

Cult Singapore streetwear label Fassbender & Mellon Collie is finally putting on the official opening of its first brick-and-mortar store at Pearl’s Hill Terrace. Known for its expressive, ice-dye, hand-distressed garments and organic tie-dye patterns, the label started as an Instagram experiment and has since grown into a recognised name stocked at places like Dover Street Market and Open Door Store, all while maintaining a DIY, subversive spirit.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Whether you’ve followed the label since its early tie-dye tees or are curious about Singapore’s independent fashion scene, this is one of the season’s most anticipated creative get-togethers. Expect good music, good vibes, and the kind of small-batch garments that reflect the city’s thriving, experimental streetwear culture.

Dec 28, 7pm onward, at 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace #03-26

HIT A FEEL-GOOD MUSIC GATHERING

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Part year-end hang, part soft launch, this is Shutter Rhythms’ first-ever offline gathering — and an open invitation to step into its new homebase at Node. Founded by DJ and scene fixture Suffyan Safi, Shutter Rhythms began as a recorded platform spotlighting Singapore’s homegrown selectors, and has since grown into a quietly influential space for discovery and documentation. This gathering marks a new chapter, bringing that same community-first energy into the physical realm.

Music sits firmly at the centre of it all. Expect open decks for aspiring selectors, a vinyl listening and sharing session led by Sadat and GROOVESOFNANYANG, followed by DJ sets from Debbie Chia, Halal Sol, and Mako.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is the kind of event that feels like a genuine scene touchpoint rather than a party for partying’s sake. Between sets, dig through curated vinyl selections by Lifted Trax, sip on drinks from Boujee Botanicals and Node, and check out Musings in the Murkyway’s floral identity experience. It’s relaxed, generous, and deliberately non-exclusive — a reminder that music culture thrives when it’s shared, not gated.

Dec 27, 2pm - 9pm, at Ruby Industrial Complex, Tannery Block, #10-01A

SLOW DOWN WITH MUSIC, MARKERS, AND GOOD FOOD

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
In the hazy blur between Christmas and New Year’s, Beats & Doodles is an invitation to do less — together. Hosted at Lilibird (a new events space opened by the the Mother Dough Bakery folks), this low-pressure evening blends music, drawing, and unhurried hang time into something that feels more like a communal exhale than an event. DJs thefakecherry and kiat_sg will be setting the mood with easy, feel-good tunes, while paper and markers are laid out for anyone who feels like doodling, sketching, or simply letting their hands wander. It’s deliberately loose and unstructured. Bring a knitting project, a journal, a book — or nothing at all.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because slowing down deserves just as much intention as going out. For one night only, Mother Dough Bakery rolls out a special menu of playful culinary experiments — think fermented sodas, beef brisket croquettes, charred fish noods, and chocolate mousse — the kind of comfort food that rewards lingering.

Dec 27, 7pm - 10pm, at Lilibird, 3 Jalan Kledek, Level 2 (above Mother Dough Bakery)

START CHRISTMAS ON THE DANCEFLOOR

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

Cosmic Sugar heads to HOST on Neil Road for a Christmas Eve party soundtracked by its signature mix of Italo, cosmic, acid, hi-NRG, and house. Hosted by Helda Hydayat and Blaque Jan, the night brings the collective’s familiar energy into one of the city’s newest queer-led spaces, with NYDTHAKID and LOYBOY on DJ duties. It’s a straightforward promise: good music, good drinks, and a crowd that knows how to settle into a proper end-of-year party without taking things too seriously.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re looking to start Christmas on a high note, this one’s an easy win. Opt for the three-hour free-flow from 6pm - 9pm, which includes prosecco, rose, red and white wines, plus selected house pours and beers — or come through for party-only entry, where the first round is on the house.

Get your tickets here.

Dec 24, 6pm till late, at HOST, 55A Neil Road

SHAKE OFF THE POST-CHRISTMAS LETHARGY WITH A PROPER PARTY AT RASA

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Once the feasting’s done, this one’s about resetting on the dance floor. This Friday, RASA hosts a rare Singapore appearance by Mr Ho (Klasse Wrecks) — a true underground heavyweight whose sets are known for their depth, range and total lack of predictability. As the mind behind Klasse Wrecks and a long-time resident at Tresor and Mihn, Mr Ho moves effortlessly between house, techno, electro, breaks and jungle-tinged left turns, all stitched together with sharp, turntablist precision. It’s the kind of set that builds patiently, then catches fire when you least expect it.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This isn’t a Christmas novelty night — it’s a serious club session for people who want to dance properly. Sivanesh (Refuge Worldwide / Sivilian Affairs) and Maurice set the tone early with warm, groove-driven selections, easing the room into the night before things lift off. Over in the Hall, SANTAi (RTJ, Hammy & Smellslike) bring their East Coast energy into the mix, blending soulful basslines, acid edges and playful curveballs that keep things loose and unpredictable.

Get your tickets here.

Dec 26, 9pm - 3am, at RASA Space, 9 Raffles Place #02-01, Tower, #1 Republic Plaza

WEEK OF DEC 15:

HIT A DAYTIME PARTY FOR A GOOD CAUSE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Forget everything you thought you knew about blood donation drives. DRIP & FLOW is a first-of-its-kind, alcohol-free day clubbing experience by Singapore Red Cross in collaboration with Wild Pearl Studio that’s designed to prove that doing good doesn’t have to be a drag. Taking over the sleek RASA Space, the Singapore Red Cross is ditching the sterile vibes for a high-energy, community-driven session. It’s a deliberate pivot toward the growing trend of day parties: unexpected, innovative, and designed to get young Singapore talking about blood donation through the lens of wellness and connection.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is your year-end “feel-good” win with zero entry cost. You’ll be partying alongside Mediacorp personalities Sonia Chew and Joakim Gomez, backed by a groove-led soundtrack from local DJs that hits harder than a double shot of espresso. If the music doesn’t get you, the perks will: we’re talking free matcha from Average Service (for the first 200 through the door), complimentary jagua tattoos, and Instagrammable photobooths to document the vibes. It’s part mental reset, part vital cause, and the perfect excuse to end 2025 with both a pulse and a purpose.

Entry is free but do get your tickets here.

Dec 20, 2pm - 6pm, at RASA Space,  9 Raffles Place #02-01, Tower, #1 Republic Plaza

CATCH SOME CULT FILMS AT ASIAN FILM ARCHIVE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
To mark its 20th anniversary, the Asian Film Archive is bringing back the titles audiences couldn’t get enough of. Rerun pulls together crowd favourites from their past programmes like y2K DreamZ, Echoes Embers and various retrospectives — spanning Asia and beyond. Think modern classics, emotional gut-punches and films that still feel uncomfortably relevant today, from Edward Yang’s Yi Yi to Shunji Iwai’s All About Lily Chou-Chou, many presented in newly restored formats.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is your chance to see the films people reference, screenshot and argue about — properly, on the big screen. With 4K restorations of Rouge, Peppermint Candy and Yi Yi, plus essential works by Claire Denis, Abbas Kiarostami, Jia Zhangke and Ryusuke Hamaguchi, Rerun is part nostalgia, part film education, and a reminder of why cinema still hits harder in a dark room. While some of the more popular works have already sold out (ie Yi Yi), we’re told the archive is planning for additional screenings next month, so keep your eyes peeled.

Get your tickets here.

On now till Dec 28, various times, at Oldham Theatre, 1 Canning Rise

HANG OUT AT THIS LOW-KEY ARTIST MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
present is a soft landing before the year wraps — a full-day, low-pressure gathering and market at thrift store GTOWN hosted by YABAI YABAI and their circle. Think slow moments, playful sessions, and the simple joy of being in the same room together. It’s less “programme” and more shared time, with artists, friends and familiar faces drifting in and out throughout the day.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you’re craving something unfussy and human before the year ends, this is it. There’ll be food by BAKAR, coffee and drinks from KOPISTAN, plus appearances and sessions by creatives including Christy & Ker Yu, Felix, Haiqal, Sadat, Lepak Master and more. Not in the mood to do anything? The foyer stays open for hanging, with a gift table featuring goods by Goodman Arts Centre and GTOWN artists — perfect for last-minute, meaningful buys.

Dec 20, 11am - 7pm, at GTown, 749a-5 Geylang Road

ENGAGE IN YOUR FAVOURITE CRAFT PASTTIME AT BINGO BAKERY

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Bingo Bakery is hosting its first-ever creative community night: a no-agenda, low-maintenance evening about slowing down, making things, and being around people who get it. Born out of burnout, small wins, and a much-needed reset, this is less workshop, more open living room: bring whatever you’re working on (or have been meaning to start) and settle in.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because not everything needs to be optimised. Expect a cosy, come-as-you-are vibe where you can paint, stitch, make Christmas ornaments, or just sit and exist. There’ll be a few shared materials on hand (felt, needles, thread, craft foil), but it’s very much BYO crafts, snacks, drinks and good energy. No sign-ups, no pressure — just show up and see who you end up making things next to.

Dec 18, 7pm - 9pm, at Bingo Bakery, 174 Joo Chiat Road, #01-01

GET LAST-MINUTE GIFTS AT THIS SUNDAY HOLIDAY MARKET

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
For anyone who blinked and realised Christmas is very much happening, Loky’s & The Crew is a relaxed, well-curated holiday market designed for thoughtful procrastinators. Taking over cool new bar Second Thoughts, the line-up brings together independent makers across ceramics, jewellery, food and drinks — the kind of gifts that feel considered without requiring weeks of planning.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Because you can tick off your gifting list in one stop, with good coffee in hand. Expect chainmail jewellery by Only By Mathilda, dessert boxes from Cranki Patisserie, smoked leek butter from Ina Pickle Supper Club, sculptural ceramics by Xian Things, Issho Labo’s 3D-printed lamps, and more ceramic gems from Chin The Bear, Pothead Char and Loky’s themselves. There’ll also be Bali-born pour-overs by BK Koffe Labs, festive alcohol from Clumzy Plumzy, and Loky’s signature espresso drinks — plus a seasonal special just for the day.

Dec 21, 11am - 4pm, at Second Thoughts, 84 Horne Road

LOOK UP FOR THIS SITE-SPECIFIC ART INSTALLATION BY BERNY TAN

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Singapore-based artist Berny Tan is opening a new site-specific installation that quite literally flips your sense of space. Part of 开门见山, a series by Supper House in collaboration with Journey East, Ceiling Drawing (after Sol LeWitt) places the act of drawing where you least expect it: on the ceiling, using a material not traditionally meant for drawing. Known for her concept-driven works that play with systems, labour and everyday materials, Tan takes a quiet but clever approach here, inviting viewers to slow down and reconsider how and where art is meant to exist.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
This is the kind of show that rewards looking closely. It’s minimal, thoughtful and a little bit playful, especially if you’re into process-based art, conceptual gestures, or just enjoy seeing familiar spaces used in unexpected ways. Plus, it’s set inside Journey East, so you get art and design in one visit.

On now till Jan 4, 10am - 6pm, at Journey East, 315 Outram Road, #03-02 Tan Boon Liat Building

SHOP THIS FRESH PRODUCE-THEMED MARKET BY TANCHEN STUDIO

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Popular accessories label Tanchen Studio is opening its doors for What’s In Season, a cosy two-day market at their new store celebrating craft, food, and thoughtful design. Alongside the studio’s playful, veggie-inspired textile drops, you’ll find nourishing bakes and produce from local artisans like @songsfromthepantry, @talulafarms, @levo.artisan, and @dilly___deli ❤️—all makers who care as much about process as they do about flavour.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
It’s the perfect place for slow, seasonal shopping that feels personal. Expect gifts you’ll actually love, edible treats to impress, and a calm, welcoming vibe that encourages lingering.

Dec 20 - 21, 12pm - 7pm, at Tanchen Studio, 140 Bukit Timah Road

HIT AN ATMOSPHERIC RAVE BY ADULTSDOHARDDANCE

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:

At the upcoming Echoes of Déjà Vu rave (by cult organiser AdultsDoHardDance), expect soft lights, shifting textures, and quiet shadows, all of which come to together to create a space where emotions loop, resurface, and reveal themselves in new forms. The night features @corpmane, @contempolaree, @howr0ng, and @vgth666, each offering their own interpretation of remembrance and repetition—from tender guitar motifs and autotuned confessions to experimental, atmospheric textures. London–Shanghai musician Organ Tapes (@corpmane) brings layered guitars, MIDI textures, field recordings, and autotuned vocals, crafting a sonic journey that blurs the line between past and present.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
If you love music that lingers in your memory, experimental atmospheres, or simply want to experience a night where time and space feel slightly off-kilter, this is the one to catch.

Get your tickets here.

Dec 19, 11pm till late, at HighHouse, 1 Raffles Place, L61-62

HUNT FOR HOLIDAY TREASURES AT SECRET SANTAI

WHAT IT’S ABOUT:
Secret Santai transforms SANTAi bar into a cosy, last-minute gifting playground. Explore a treasure trove of local makers: live airbrush customs by Yumw0rld, $5 photobooth doodles from Faizal Caricatures, raw leather goods from Inglorious Union, vintage finds from Peppervinthome and Sumageneralstore, moody ceramics by Hindhede Potheads, and vinyl crates from RTJ. It’s part market, part creative scavenger hunt, all wrapped in festive vibes.

WHY YOU SHOULD GO:
Perfect for anyone who just remembered Christmas is around the corner—or just wants to support local makers while having fun. With unique gifts, interactive experiences, and plenty of festive cheer, it’s a one-stop spot for inspiration and holiday surprises.

Dec 21, 2pm - 7pm, at SANTAi, 697D East Coast Road