From tucked away theatre experiences to exercising for good causes and endless celebratory festivals, Singapore packs in a lot to do on a small island this May. If you’re unsure on how or where to start, we’ve put together a selection of the most exciting activities to keep you more-than entertained this month.
BOND WITH FRIENDS OVER DELICIOUS FOOD, DRINKS, AND UNIQUE GOLFING EXPERIENCES
Known for their urban indoor golfing experience and premium amenities, Five Iron Golf’s inaugural 5i Saturday Social happening on 21 May reimagines golf entertainment with unique activities and exciting prizes to be won. Every ticket holder will also enjoy a free house pour as they feast on Five Iron Golf’s scrumptious food options. The unique event promises a meaningful evening, whether to try your hand at golfing or simply to have fun with friends.
CELEBRATE CULTURE AND HERITAGE AT THE SUN YAT SEN NANYANG MEMORIAL HALL
Discover stories and traditions behind one of the oldest cultural festivals in the world – the Dragon Boat Festival. Revel in the rich historical and cultural significance of the festival with a fascinating line-up of live performances, cultural workshops, heritage walking tours, storytelling sessions and more at the Festival’s weekend open house, happening on 28 and 29 May.
DISCOVER SINGAPORE’S HERITAGE ANEW
Presented by the National Heritage Board (NHB), the 19th edition of Singapore HeritageFest (SHF) returns with more than 120 on-site and online heritage experiences that beckon Singaporeans from all walks of life to explore the lesser-known stories of our local heritage and culture. The SHF 2022 commemorates Singapore’s vibrant travel history and rich natural heritage, with its extensive range of hybrid-format activities that touch on our natural wildlife, scenic landscapes, the everyday lives of Singaporeans, iconic local landmarks, and rich multicultural heritage.
DRIFT AWAY ON HAPPY THOUGHTS
Things might be a little rough right now, but it’s always jolly vibes at Millenia Walk Happy Park. Meant as a love letter to our community, the Happy Pavilion is the tallest ever to grace the mall’s Great Hall and encompasses seating pods, verdant gardens, and a curated soundscape to let you catch a much-deserved breather. Look out for quirky Easter eggs in the form of motivational prompts in the overhead banners which are swathed in a soothing, dusty pink – a fitting hue that symbolises happiness blooming from within.
ELEVATE YOUR WARDROBE WITH THE NEW POMELO X PEANUTS COLLECTION
A marriage of two beloved brands, Southeast Asia’s favourite fashion platform Pomelo is back with a second instalment of their Pomelo x Peanuts Collection. Featuring familiar characters from Snoopy to Woodstock, the 12-piece collection showcases a vibrant twist to the characters with chic, feminine styles. Unique to this collection are statement wardrobe pieces such as the Embroidered Tank Top in Blue, Snoopy Sleeveless Polo Top in Red, and Two Tone Fuffy Vest in Yellow.
ENGAGE WITH SUSTAINABILITY DESIGN PROJECTS
In collaboration with Temasek Polytechnic’s (TP) School of Design, Temasek Shophouse’s latest edition of the Sustainability Design Showcase Exhibition will feature 12 best sets of work that span across the spectrum of TP Design’s capabilities, showcasing design concepts, prototypes, and the finished works of their graduates that carry an affirmative message for environmental sustainability. With an aim to inculcate responsible design mindsets and promote our nation’s movement for sustainable development, the exhibition presents works that tackle issues like the importance of recycling, a lack of proper pandemic infrastructures within local communities, and even a digital product to minimise food waste.
ENHANCE YOUR DAILY CAFFEINE FIX WITH ADDED BEAUTY BENEFITS
Available from 16 May onwards, tech-enabled coffee chain Flash Coffee will be collaborating with Kinohimitsu Singapore to bring Kinohimitsu’s popular Collagen Diamond to two new specialty beverage offerings. A refreshing twist on a classic latte, the Collagen Peach Latte is fruity and tangy with a smooth, silky finish thanks to the addition of Kinohimitsu’s Collagen Diamond. For tea lovers, go for the Collagen Apple Tea, which is both subtle and aromatic.
GIVE PRE-LOVED ITEMS A SECOND LEASE ON LIFE
Refresh your closet – without compromising style, wallet, or the planet – with Swapaholic’s Online Refresh Party. Devoted to slowing down the fashion industry’s unsustainable practices, this local social enterprise is all about finding new owners for beautiful pre-loved possessions. With a nominal registration fee of $20, you’ll get to sieve through thousands of pre-loved treasures online and rescue a cartful of your favourite ten. Leftover fashion from the Refresh Party are donated to beneficiaries across Singapore.
GOLF FOR THE ARTS
Come 27 May, golf enthusiasts may head over to the Tanah Merah Country Club Tampines Course and participate in The Private Museum Charity Golf 2022, a mid-year fundraiser for its upcoming programme line-up in support of the arts scene. With a vision to promote art appreciation, the non-profit museum seeks to bridge the gap between the private and the public, to encourage patronage for the arts and exchange of ideas across educational initiatives.
GRAB YOUR SEATS TO THE WORLD PREMIERE OF MANU MARTIN’S LIM FANTASY
Presented by Musicians’ Initiative and internationally acclaimed pianist Tedd Joselson, Flights of Fantasy celebrates the Grammy nominated pianist’s Platinum Jubilee. Featuring the world premiere of Manu Martin’s Lim Fantasy of Companionship for Piano and Orchestra, the classical concert will be held for one night only, on 08 Jun at the Esplanade Concert Hall. Inspired by the award-winning ALAN the Musical, Lim Fantasy’s heartfelt and engaging treatment of human relationships and technology was first recorded in studio by the London Symphony Orchestra, under the baton of Arthur Fagen with Tedd Joselson himself on the piano.
IMMERSE IN AN EXCITING BEE FARM TOUR
Up for an activity to educate the little ones and spend quality time with the family while at it? Embark on an interactive farm tour by Bee Amazed to explore all about beekeeping and its culture. Expect honey tastings and exciting photo-taking sessions with the bees, as the farm lets you in on the inhabitants of a bee colony, survival tips on how not to be stung by bees, and the secrets of how exactly honey is made, among many others.
RELIVE THE SOLD-OUT SINGER-SONGWRITERS SHOW
Back in February, six of Singapore’s most prolific singer-songwriters came together for a one-night-only sold-out concert led by veteran Music Director Bang Wenfu, reimagining classics and their most popular songs alongside a seven-piece string ensemble in an intimate, hauntingly immersive performance. Now, more than two months later, fans and live music enthusiasts will get to relive the experience and catch weish, Jack & Rai, lewloh, Jaime Wong, Amanda Tee, and Krysta Joy via Where Are the Fruits on all major digital streaming platforms from today onwards. Accompanying performance videos will be released on a weekly basis on YouTube.
RUN FOR THE VISUALLY IMPAIRED
Launched in 2015 to much fanfare, Run For Light has been tirelessly pledging support to Guide Dogs Singapore Ltd in their public awareness and fund-raising campaigns for the visually impaired. On its 7th edition, the run adopts a hybrid approach with a virtual run and the return of an on-site race at Punggol Waterway in two categories: a 5km Fun Run and 10km Competitive Run. All participants stand to receive a 7th Edition Event Tee, Race Medal, and an E-cert. Podium finishers will also walk away with an exciting range of sport products and trophies.
START AFRESH WITH LOVE, BONITO
With the reopening of their very first local experiential outlet at 313@Somerset, Love, Bonito celebrates a fresh start with refreshed shopping experiences, new membership schemes and perks, and an updated maternity staples collection. Sporting a modular retail concept, the store’s mobile and reusable modular features now enables creative and flexible design concepts – including being able to change the space up for special events with specific themes. In tandem with the reopening is their launch of the new Embrace collection, thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of every expecting mother.
SUPPORT WOMAN-LED LOCAL BRANDS
Shop from woman-led brands and businesses at Pops & Events’ debut fair happening from 13 – 15 May. Held at the Visual Arts Centre right next to Dhoby Ghaut MRT, The Fair 2022 highlights homegrown business the likes of FLAIR by Tori, Love Oka-B, Hadasity, Curated by J, and Scent Journer, among others. For a quick break while shopping, cool off with crisp cones of muslim-certified ice creams by Smitten Ice Cream Bar or munch on artisanal sourdough bagels from Last Crumb Bakery.
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF SEPHORA’S STUDENT DEALS
Every weekday before 6pm, shop at Sephora with your student card in hand to enjoy 10% off your purchases. If you’re not already a Sephora Beauty Pass member, sign up to enjoy the discount and additional perks with their special welcome gift. And that’s not all – this student-exclusive promotion is valid on all weekdays, even on the eve of public holidays and holidays!
VISIT GOH BENG KWAN’S FIRST COMPLETE SHOW SINCE 1991
Celebrating his 85th year of life, #GBK85 is a comprehensive solo exhibition by cultural medallion recipient and renowned Singaporean artist Goh Beng Kwan, in hopes of reaching out to new audiences and inspiring the younger generation. Held at Conrad Centennial Singapore, where the hotel’s entire 6th floor – including guest rooms and suites – will showcase his work, #GBK85 is revolutionary in its presentation and format. Happening from 20 – 29 May, look forward to an immersive installation of 85 of his original artworks organised by periods, from the 1950s to 2022, including 11 Augmented Reality (AR) works, a medium rarely utilised by artists of his generation.
WALK THROUGH A THEATRE PRODUCTION
As the population of Pulau Ubin ages and dwindles, what will happen to the life, nature, and culture on the island? Reimagine the island’s future through a three-hour walking theatre experience that follows you from dock to island, promising an extraordinary walkthrough of the darker, deeper side of Pulau Ubin through sound installation, theatre, dance, and exhibition. From the forests to the birds to the islanders and the iconic granite quarries, ubin forces you off the beaten track to immerse you in the stories of the living, the spiritual and the embedded of the island.
COMMEMORATE THE FALL OF SINGAPORE
Encounter, understand, and reflect on life in wartime Singapore at Dislocations: Memory and Meaning of the Fall of Singapore, 1942, a commemorative exhibition that foregrounds the Singaporean perspective on the war, which is receding from people’s memories. Happening from now – 29 May, the exhibition highlights previously undisclosed stories and intimate accounts of the war across seven specially designed immersive zones that boast augmented reality and gamification methods.
ENCOUNTER HISTORY & ARTS LIKE NEVER BEFORE
Expect an interactive appreciation of history as Singapore’s first ever outdoor treasure hunt combines local theatre and virtual gameplay. Put on your thinking caps and use your skills for good as you travel back in time to stop a nefarious plan to destroy Singapore’s beloved national monuments in the Civic District. Backed by a stellar cast including Hossan Leong and Munah Bagharib, the story is written by award-winning playwright Chong Tze Chien.
GET IN TOUCH WITH CHINESE CULTURE
Shedding invaluable insights into the attitudes and values of the Chinese community, Nian Hua: Of Deities, Guardians and Auspicious Art is a special exhibition held at Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall from now – 25 Sep. Showcasing an intimate examination of the iconography of New Year woodblock prints – or Nian Hua – produced in China between the Qing dynasty and the 1980s, the exhibit pays a vibrant tribute to the mould of popular beliefs, attitudes, values and folk customs of the Chinese.
GO ON A FUSS-FREE STAYCATION
Stay and feast to your heart’s content with an all-new staycation offering STAY. EAT. DRINK. at Four Points by Sheraton. Check into a quiet respite close to home and craft new dining experiences with your loved ones with exclusive F&B credits. Redeem the SGD 98.00 dining credits available for use at all-day dining restaurant Four Points Eatery, newly renovated cafe-bar The Best Brew or opt for fuss-free In-Room Dining for those who prefer a quiet, intimate time.
PACK FOR A FUN-FILLED STAYCAY
Discover a fun, experiential time with PARKROYAL COLLECTION Pickering’s Couple’s Inferno. Inspired by the popular Korean reality TV dating show (minus the cringe), couples can look forward to a line-up of activities like a creative cocktail-making session and a popularity contest where you strike your best pose yet. A lucky winner will enjoy a one-night stay in “Paradise” – the luxurious PARKROYAL COLLECTION Suite with a private Chef’s Table experience for two.
PARTAKE IN TRADITIONAL RAMADAN FESTIVITIES
One Kampong Gelam spreads the light of love beyond its iconic precinct with Cinta Cahaya Ramadan, held between 01 Apr – 08 May. Visitors can expect heritage tours, hands-on craft workshops, stunning light shows at the Sultan Mosque, and a Ramadan bazaar that spans across a whopping three zones, among many others. At-home festivities include a 360° virtual walkabout through Kampong Gelam and a short-form edutainment series featuring beloved home-grown talent Suhaimi Yusof. Do note that the Walk Thru Souq Bazaar ends on 01 May.
