Brace yourself for a wave of ‘90s-themed parties this weekend, along with art and beer-filled parties at Goodman Arts Centre and Camp Kilo. For the non-partiers, drop some cash at the bevy of markets taking place, or simply unwind with the tail end of the French Film Festival and quiet time at the museum.
Friday, Nov 16
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FILM
Last chance to catch the French Film Festival by the Embassy of France in Singapore and Alliance Française de Singapour, back for an amazing 2018 edition. With a diverse line-up of close to 30 celebrated masterpieces spanning genres of drama, comedy, children’s films and even horror, you’re bound to be laughing, crying and screaming from the edge of your seats. Through Nov 18
PARTY
Forty Hands East Coast is throwing an anti-hipsters party to celebrate its official opening. There’ll be cheap craft beer, natural wine, and vegan ice cream as part of the eats; so you know, not very hipster at all. Before you go, read about the brand’s commendable eight-year journey in the F&B scene here. Nov 16
PARTY
There’s a new party series in town. This Is The 90’s is an unabashed tribute to arguably the best decade of pop music, and they’re kicking things off at Intermission Bar at The Projector. Best part: no cover charge. Nov 16
PARTY
The next elevated makan-and-music sesh at Telok Ayer Arts Club’s Kelab Malam throws the spotlight on British DJ Fort Romeau (Mike Greene), who’ll be making his Singapore debut at the arts club. Nov 16
DRINK
Freehouse is hosting a mini tap takeover by Australia’s Rocky Ridge Brewing Co, with eight of their Margaret River region-brewed beers on tap. Swing by for a pint of the White Buffalo Coffee Stout and meet the brewers behind the beer. Nov 16
FESTIVAL
Returning for a second edition, our very own hyper-local food and music festival, Let’s Go Jalan Jalan, will take over the lush surroundings of Turf Club at Kranji. With a smorgasbord of more than 130 merchandise and food booths, it’s gonna be one heck of a gathering of all things new and old about Singapore. Nov 16-18
ART
Affordable art, an oxymoron or nah? Returning for its ninth edition with over 80 local, regional and international participating galleries, the Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2018 seeks to give exposure to local and regional artists. Art pieces like paintings and handmade crafts are guaranteed to be priced from just $100, with more than two-thirds of art pieces kept below $7500. Nov 16-18
Saturday, Nov 17
FOOD
You don’t want to miss this exclusive one-weekend-only pop-up between Belles Hot Chicken and Andaz Singapore. The cult fried chicken joint from Australia takes over Alley on 25 at the hotel, and will serve signature items like the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Tenders, Chicken Wings, and Chicken & Waffles—along with natural wines and slick hip-hop. It’ll be as if you’re right there in their first store in Fitzroy, Melbourne. Nov 17-18
ART
All artists and art enthusiasts welcome at the B-Sides block party happening at Goodman Arts Centre. It’s your chance to delve into the worlds of Goodman’s talented arts residents, through free performances, workshops, casual conversations and exclusive visits to the creative spaces of our local arts community. Nov 17
MARKET
For those who simply love shopping for fresh herbs, cold-pressed oil and artisanal homemade jam, head down to Hotel Jen Orchard Gateway’s farmer’s market. Central to the market is a message about sustainability, ultra-fresh produce and the opportunity to cut your carbon footprint. Or just swing by to soak in the vibes and live music by acoustic musicians. Nov 17
PARTY
Hopheads returns with another 90s Boom Boom party (and an honorary smidge of the ‘00s), so grab your nostalgia-chasing friends for a pumping night on the dance floor. Nov 17
PARTY
If you don’t like the ‘90s, find your crowd over at Kinki, where EATMEPOPTART’s Adrian Wee and KiDG will close the 2018 party season with an almost-festive jingle-jangle of all things rock (that’s classic rock, alternative rock, hard rock and soft rock). Rockers only. Nov 17
MARKET/PARTY
Shop till the sun goes down at the next flea market happening at Sunset Pasar; then dance your post-shopping guilt away with Sunset Disco’s line-up of DJs Toppings, Funk Bast*rd and Aalely. There’ll even be a live silkscreen party where you can have your old T-shirts or tote bags jazzed up on the spot. Nov 17
FESTIVAL
Happening for the first time, Sensorium, a festival dedicated to sensory play and wellness, will be taking place at the Funan Showsuite. There’ll be exhibitions, workshops, installations, tastings and more, all created to invoke one or more of your senses. Be sure to venture into The Tickle Room, an interactive exhibit involving feathers (and Insta-prints) that engage your sense of touch. Nov 17-18
MARKET
The bi-monthly TGIF Bazaars at White Sands Shopping Mall is a boost for the weekend crowd in Singapore’s far east. Rain or shine, work your way through more than 25 curated booths that offer apparel, local souvenirs, accessories, caricature art, street food and other knick knacks. Nov 17-18
THEATRE
Veteran playwright Michael Chiang’s ground-breaking production on transsexuals finding love Private Parts returns, 26 years after its 1992 premiere, for a star-studded reboot at the National Library. Read more about the 21st Century restaging and his all-new theatre company here. Through Nov 18
Make a date with the local plays and productions happening till the end of the year.
FOOD
You don’t know what you’ve been missing out on if you’ve never had a taste of fine Hokkaido cuisine. In an unprecedented move, three-Michelin-starred chef Masaki Miyakawa and his elite kitchen team from Niseko’s Sushi Shin will be in Singapore at Nami for a two-week pop-up, presenting crafted sushi set menus that are bound to be mind blowing. Through Nov 18
EXHIBITION
Powerful ladies step up to the plate in Objectifs’ Women in Photography photo exhibition. This year, in line with prolific collective movements such as #MeToo and #TimesUp, the exhibition will throw pertinent issues of politics, sexuality and cultural oppression into the spotlight via poignant visuals from international female photographers. Through Nov 18
Sunday, Nov 18
MARKET
Sunday Social is returning to Camp Kilo Charcoal Club; and regulars, you know the drill—great nosh, delicious craft beers, local brands and some good ol’ house. Joining the lineup this time include a tarot card reader, artisanal bakers, interior decorators, fashion accessories, local handcrafted skincare brands, and of course, tasty, hearty roasts from Camp Kilo. Nov 18
MARKET
Greenwood Fish Market is holding its very first farmer’s market, up in the cosy enclave of Dempsey Hill. Shop and eat at this pet-friendly bazaar of food and drinks (complete with complimentary wine tastings and truffle sampling) and lifestyle market featuring fashion and pet accessories. There will even be a dog adoption drive held in collaboration with Mercylight; you never know just which furry friend you might go home with. Nov 18
CIRCUS
The Great Moscow Circus has come to town (their first time in over a decade), and you won’t want to miss catching some of the world’s most dangerous acts and high-energy performances from the stands of the big top erected at the Bayfront. Through Nov 23
THEATRE
After being murdered earlier this year in Shakespeare in the Park’s Julius Caesar, Jo Kukathas will see more blood at the Singapore premiere of Guards At The Taj, staged by the Singapore Repertory Theatre. The award-winning play by American dramatist Rajiv Joseph is a dark comedy revolving around a myth behind the Taj Mahal’s legendary construction—one that may or may not diminish its rep as a Seventh Wonder of the World. Through Dec 1
FESTIVAL
The massive Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza is back for the second time, and this year, they’re running it for longer. Over 42 days, there’ll be plenty to do, eat and drink thanks to a collab with Timbre. The homegrown F&B and music group will be in charge of the Food Village, where food kiosks by the likes of New Ubin Seafood and Two Wings will be set up. There’ll also be a Craft Beer Bar and performances from Timbre’s musicians too, naturally. Take a ride on the beautiful duplex carousel before you head home. Through Dec 26
EXHIBITION
Peranakan Museum’s latest exhibition, Amek Gambar: Peranakans and Photography, delves into the Southeast Asian history of photography through the pictured lives of the Peranakan community in the region. Through Feb 3, 2019
EXHIBITION
From Cold Storage to Tiger Balm, come chart the evolution of print advertising in Singapore from the 1830s to 1960s at Selling Dreams: Early Advertising in Singapore. Aside from just print advertisements, the exhibition at the National Library also includes interactive multimedia stations for you to experience life as a consumer in early Singapore. Through Feb 24, 2019
EXHIBITION
Trace the Polaroid camera’s fascinating history at the National Museum of Singapore’s latest exhibition, In an Instant: Polaroid at the Intersection of Art and Technology, featuring over 200 Polaroid artefacts and artworks from the original collection. Through Mar 10, 2019
TOUR
The Singapore Zoo will be transformed into a lush and luminous universe to mark the attraction’s 45th anniversary this year. Experience Rainforest Lumina for yourself, where a whole stretch of tropical rainforest will be lit with multimedia visual effects come nighttime. You can even spend your night there by a campfire, if you so wish. Jul 1 onwards
