Singapore Sports Hub is bringing back the kampung spirit with Celebrate Hari Raya @ Stadium Roar, happening from Apr 29 to May 1, 2023. Get ready to be dazzled by an array of Malay cultural experiences, festivities and, of course, plenty of good food.
Get arty
Visitors have the opportunity to try their hand at traditional games like bola tin, giant five stones, spinning tops, a life-sized eraser challenge and even a sepak takraw pong challenge.
Those seeking something a little less competitive can look forward to crafts like tile painting, ketupat plushie making, stained glass art or even take part in creating a community mural using playnting, the technique of using drumsticks dipped in paint to create rhythmic paint patterns across a canvas. Participation is free.
Dance the weekend away
Catch local bands Jive Talkin’, O.M.A and Shagies, and groove to popular hits. Local schools Singapore Polytechnic and Nanyang Technological University will perform dikir barat (traditional Malay form of singing accompanied by percussion), while Changkat Changi Secondary and Republic Polytechnic are set to wow with traditional Malay dance performances. Members of Singapore Silat Federation will also be flexing their skills.
Have a feast
Enjoy mouth-watering delectables from The Warung, Ramly Burger and Yodaebak who will dish out juicy burgers, crispy fried chicken, satay, roti jala, goreng pisang, and a spread of assorted kuehs.
Visitors can also sign up for a tour of Singapore Sports Hub venues, including the Singapore Indoor Stadium, Water Sports Centre, Singapore Sports Museum and more. Visitors can register on-site for free.
Stay till the evening (between 7.30pm and 10pm) to watch the National Stadium roof be illuminated with a display depicting the change from kampung to city, and ending with portraits of the Malay and Muslim communities.
For more information, visit www.sportshub.com.sg
Photos: Singapore Sports Hub
