13 cool, artsy markets to check out in Singapore

We’ve got markets that have everything from fashion, food and books to a beer garden to keep your calendars filled.

Chill AF (Arts Fest)

Chill AF (Arts Fest) is a music and art market by Red Baron which will be held at Gillman Barracks. You can expect live music by local bands Disco Hue, Ellipsis and more, along with little knick-knacks and even a fortune-telling session. Craft beers and snacks by Red Baron will also be available. Jul 23

Tanjong Goodman Weekend Market

Catch the first Tanjong Goodman Weekend Market and fill your bags with various forms of arts and craft, food and cool buys that you might stumble upon. This event will see a combination of a few markets, like the ones listed below. Jul 23-24

Togetherly Market @ Tanjong Goodman Weekend Market

It’s a new, on-the-move market that features creative retail concepts like a book exchange corner, where you’ll be able to trade in your pre-loved books for a new one. There’ll also be vendors like Mojo Atelier offering bespoke products like scented candles, terrarium kits and hipster prints. Other crafts include Kamillinen’s handmade linen, Bus Depot’s unique T-shirt designs, designer jewelry by Laurel Town and a lot more. Enjoy performances by local artists and get some henna art done for free! Jul 23-24

Food Bazaar and Bri-A-Brac Fair @ Tanjong Goodman Weekend Market

This flea is one for the health-conscious—savor their spread of home-grown fresh produce and lifestyle products like Sixth Empire’s fashion, King Corn’s local popcorn, Ma’ona’s all-natural smoothie bowls, Contento Krim’s healthy yoghurt and more. Jul 23-24

Great Singapore Garage Sale #7 @ Tanjong Goodman Weekend Market

The Great Singapore Garage Sale is back once more for its seventh edition with over 40 stalls. Test your bargaining skills as you shop from their range of new and pre-loved items such as clothing, antiques, handmade goods and more. Jul 23-24

SINGAPASAR

Singapore’s first design-centric pasar malam, Singapasar, returns for its second run with more handmade and artisanal goodies from local craftsmen and designers with up to 35 vendors who’ll occupy the entire atrium and gallery space in the National Design Centre. Jul 29-31

Local People X Aliwal Nights Crawl

The Aliwal Arts Centre‘s annual Aliwal Arts Night Crawl is back once again, this time with “Sarong Party” as its theme. There’ll also be a flea market in collaboration with The Local People, which will be situated at a car-free carpark, offering locally made artsy trinkets. Catch a night of free activities and performanes by talent from program partner, Lush 99.5FM. Jul 30

Sunset Pasar #4

Sunset Pasar is back for its fourth pop-up flea market at Canvas Club, offering a range of fashion and lifestyle options alongside a curated selection of designer brands. There’ll be live open-mic sessions for anyone who signs up. But if you’re too shy to sing in front of an audience, just enjoy the music while you shop. If you’re looking to get your hands busy, get down and dirty at the Sunset Pasar Crafts workshop. Jul 30

Farmers & Artisan Market

Head over to the Farmers & Artisan Market at D’Kranji Farm Resort to sort through a variety of fresh produce ranging from the usual fruits and vegetables to herbs and sauces, and even clothes and accessories, all while enjoying the beautiful Kranji countryside. You can also join in farm tours, potted plant workshops or rent a bike to cycle around the area. Other highlights include a beer garden, a variety of kids activities and more. Jul 30-31

Orchard Central Food Festival

Orchard Central is having its annual Food Festival featuring a curated selection of F&B artisans ranging from wine to chocolates as well as workshops like coffee art and cocktail making. There’ll be cool performances by professional bartenders and a DJ who’ll be taking song requests too. Jul 15-Aug 14

MAAD Pyjamas

Head down to this flea at Red Dot Design Museum to check out the community of artists, designers, crafters and brand owners showcasing their goods, original artworks and fashion creations.You can also get portraits drawn by the art collective, Organization of Illustrators Council (OIC). Aug 5

OYAY SinGalore

Wheelock Place’s pop-up market OYAY, is back for its second edition with OYAY SinGalore, offering products from local retailers such as accesories, fashion and food over two days. For updates, check out their website. Aug 6-7

Go Market

Maya Gallery Singapore is having its first art and design flea, Go Market, offering handmade crafts and jewelry, baked goodies and even a mix of old and new books as well as limited art prints for vintage lovers. Aug 27