This week, attend a diverse range of events, from returning party favourites to markets and even a board games festival. Just two more weeks until a three-day weekend comes around.
PARTY
Chase away your Monday blues with cocktails, infectious tunes and a great view at Dysko with Stephen Day, only at Ce La Vi. You’ll be in for a treat. Oct 7
PARTY
Get ready for Swingstation Mondays at Timbre, where you can learn some moves from dance people SwingStation before using them on the dance floor. Some tap solos and surprise performances can be expected, so better keep them eyes peeled while you’re there. Oct 7
MUSIC
Jammers, get down to Cuba Libre at Clarke Quay for yet another The Monday Jam session from 7pm-11pm. You’ll even get happy hour drink rates when you sign-up as a band or performer, so there’s no harm in having a little fun. Oct 7
MUSIC
One of Singapore’s talents, Daniel Sid, will be performing at Boat Quay’s Begin. The young singer-songwriter is a multi-instrumentalist and vocalist who’ll bring a performance like no other, belting some of the greatest hits across various genres and decades. Oct 9
PARTY
Forget Ladies’ Night, White Label Records will have you celebrating one of the most iconic decades of our generation. ‘90s babies, get ready for a fly, ‘90s night with hip-hop and R&B tunes from all your favourite peeps like Nas, Tupac and even the Wu-Tang Clan. Oct 9
PARTY
You know you’ll be in good hands when The Weatherman headlines a Wednesday night party at The Council. Forecast predicts breezy melodies and tunes that’ll keep you grooving all-night long. Oct 9
FESTIVAL
Get a truly hands-on experience at Archifest 2019, where a slew of workshops, exhibitions and tours await. Through Oct 9
DRINK
Thai-inspired nights are coming to Jam at Siri House, as four bartenders from Bangkok will take turns to tend the bar for two nights. Expect Thai-inspired libations featuring Botanist Gin. Also, feast on yummy food like Mango Sticky Rice Ondeh Ondeh and more. Oct 9-10
EXHIBITION 
Journey through the subways of the world and find interesting, personal stories of passengers at Life Underground. Held at the National Museum of Singapore, the installation reminds us that we’re all connected in one way or another. Oct 9-31
DRINK
To celebrate 175 years of winemaking, Penfolds will be holding an exclusive one-night only Penfolds Limitless event. From 6:30pm till midnight, check out the 2019 wine collection, plus sommelier selection of Penfolds wines throughout the night. Oct 10
PARTY
Thursday is the new Friday at Get Juiced, as Uncensored will be presenting an all-new mix of rap, pop and K-pop songs that are exclusively 2019. But just for the fun of it, they’ll also mix things up with some of the classics from the ‘90s and ‘00s. Oct 10
PARTY
Prepare for a wild ride as Techno Thursday is bringing the beat back with high intensity rhythms. And leading the party is London-born, Berlin-based techno powerhouse Dax J, making his Singapore debut with an all-nighter this October. Oct 10
FESTIVAL
The Great Wine & Dine Festival 2019 is back (and elevated) for another three-day celebration at Resorts World Sentosa. Sample over 400 curated wines and craft sake, take part in a series of masterclasses, and connect with other like-minded wine-loving individuals. Oct 10-12
MUSICAL
While you may only know of local historical figure Dr Lim Boon Keng by his namesake MRT station, you’ll be able to learn more about him through his new musical coming this month. Written by his great-granddaughter playwright Stella Kon, this show will detail his life and times in Singapore. Oct 10-13
FESTIVAL
Celebrate the freedom to love through cinema at Golden Village’s Love & Pride Film Festival, returning for its 11th edition on Oct 10. Over a span of 11 days, find six LGBTQ-focused, independent movies, all in relation to this year’s theme of “Sparking Change”. Oct 10-20
FESTIVAL
Esplanade’s annual dance affair returns once again for its 14th edition. Presenting performances by both local and international dance troupes, Da:ns Festival is here to let you re-discover the body, through movement and art. Oct 10-20
PARTY
All you ‘90s kids, take it back to the good ol’ days with This is the 90s at popular hip-hop club Cherry Discotheque. And be sure to check out some 300 pieces of retro ‘90s clothing pieces that will be on sale, like band tees and windbreakers from brands such as Nike, Guess and more. Oct 11
DANCE
Head down to The Studio@Bugis and groove with other dancers during Blues Night. There’ll also be a Lindy Hop social which you can join in if you’re so inclined. Oct 11
MARKET
Whether you’re a vintage purveyor or a casual flea-goer, this market that runs every second weekend of the month is for you. You’ll be sure to find a horde of booths lining Katong Square, with a myriad of vintage items including haute couture, home decor, keepsakes, jewellery, vinyl records and more. Live DJ acts will keep the entertainment at a high. Oct 11
FESTIVAL
Hosted by Asian modern board games publisher Origame, the Asian Board Games Festival 2019 is a free event for all board game lovers to gather and play great games together. Check out Taiwanese board games by Taiwan Boardgame Design, as well as Japanese ones like In Front of the Elevators and Let’s Build a Bus Route. Oct 11
PARTY
Known for their remixes of sounds by artists like Disclosure and The Killers, LA-based vivacious duo Lost Kings will be coming down to famed MBS nightclub Marquee on Friday night. We’re expecting some of their chart-toppers like “Phone Down” featuring Emily Warren and “Look at us now” featuring Ally Brooke & A$AP Ferg. Oct 11
PARTY
A Friday favourite at Ce La Vi is Flow with DJ Suren, who’ll have you working up a sweat with his delightful club hits. Go crazy folks, you know you’ve been waiting all week for this. Oct 11
MUSIC
A concert organised in support of the Singapore Bicentennial, Heirlooms – Reimagining the Sounds of our Chinese Forefathers will be held at the Esplanade, with a premiere of a repertoire of eight commissioned works featuring instruments found only in folk ensembles. The Teng Ensemble seeks to celebrate our unsung musical pioneers and reimagine the sounds of our Chinese forefathers. Oct 11
PARTY
Bi-monthly series Code! returns to Zouk’s mainroom to revisit the early days of EDM. Led by resident electronic music guru Hong, satiate all thrills and thirsts for classics of this era. Look forward to non-stop anthems by legendary DJs such as Above & Beyond, Alesso, Kaskade and more. Oct 11
PARTY
Oktoberfest is coming to Wheeler’s Estate, with a hearty grill feast and tons of beer. Come dressed in checkered or plaid shirts and enjoy music by bands like Jumpstart and BYOB, participate in a beer challenge, or play beer pong and take photos at the photo booth station. Oct 11-13
