The 2024 Singapore Grand Prix is the 18th race of the Formula 1 season, and there is much excitement on and off track. At the time of writing, nothing’s in the bag yet for the drivers with Lando Norris closing in Max Verstappen’s Drivers’ Championship lead. Will it be a nail-biting finish? We’ll just have to wait and see.
Meanwhile, blow off some steam with equally exciting F1-related parties and events. From family-friendly festivities during Grand Prix Season Singapore to ultra-luxe boozy afterparties, there are plenty of thrilling activities for everyone to get in on the action.
Grand Prix Season Singapore
Grand Prix Season Singapore 2024 offers 10 days of race-themed festivities across the island. Here are the headliners.
Groovedriver Festival: The first-ever Groovedriver Festival promises to be a highlight with its mix of live music and unique experiential offerings. Across both ticketed and non-ticketed events, expect an exciting line-up including entertainment by local and international artistes and DJs, and experiential F&B choices across three venues at Singapore Sports Hub. One of the festival’s key features is the 8-Beat Beach Club, a pop-up always-on beach hangout at the Sports Hub Beach Volleyball Courts that brings together beach house music, food and drink.
Website: www.sportshub.com.sg/events/groovedriver-festival-2024
When: Sep 13 to 22
Where: Singapore Sports Hub
Jam Off: This music and dance extravaganza takes place at *scape, 111 Somerset, Somerset Youth Park and Somerset Skate Park. There will be live music performances by Hong Kong singers Pakho Chau and Yan Ting, and Southeast Asian talents like Ramengvrl, Khally, and Shazza. Stay on for live DJs and dance battles, merchandise pop-ups, and artistes’ fan meets.
Website: www.instagram.com/jamoff_official
Where: Sep 11 to 15
Where: *scape, 111 Somerset, Somerset Youth Park and Somerset Skate Park
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Street Style Speedway: CQ @ Clarke Quay presents a dynamic fusion of streetwear, immersive installations, and sports car exhibitions, in collaboration with Culture Cartel and supported by the Singapore Tourism Board. The F1-themed event will unite the best of art, fashion and music in an exciting line-up of entertainment and activities, including race- themed merchandise from Limited Ed, light projections and installations, drone shows and more.
Website: www.visitsingapore.com/whats-happening/all-happenings/events/singapore-grand-prix-season
When: Sep 13 to 22
Where: CQ @ Clarke Quay
The Glam Circuit Festival: For 10 days, Kampong Gelam will be transformed into a race-themed wonderland for the whole family. Look forward to a games carnival, mini motorcycle racing, F1 simulator, and art workshops to build your own race car and to personalise your racing gear. The vibrant cultural enclave will keep the energy going with a delightful array of international culinary treats, DJ sets and performances by local bands.
Website: visitkamponggelam.com.sg
When: Sep 13 to 22
Where: Kampong Gelam
Unleash The Afterburn: The Circuit
Zouk Singapore unleashes a thrilling two-night event during the Grand Prix week that brings together the hottest names in electronic music. The weekend, aptly named Unleash The Afterburn: The Circuit, features EDM wunderkind Nicky Romero (Sep 20) and DJ Wukong (Sep 21) for two unforgettable nights. Get tickets here.
Website: zoukgroup.com/singapore
When: Sep 20 and 21
Where: Zouk Singapore
After 2049
The event will immerse guests in a multisensory audio-visual experience. Amplified by Polygon Production’s 360-degree sound system, award-winning trio WhoMadeWho will be headlining the event alongside South African DJ and producer Da Capo and returning acts, Anonm, Leon, Milam and Mo-Shi.
Website: www.instagram.com/after2049_
When: Sep 20
Where: Marina Bay Sands’ SkyPark Observation Deck
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Amber Lounge
For the first time, the “world’s most exclusive race afterparty” Amber Lounge will feature a luxury Nomad 65-foot Flybridge yacht activation on-site. The line-up includes American DJ Austin Millz, Justin Bieber’s DJ Tay James, Singapore’s top beatboxer Dharni, and more.
Website: www.amber-lounge.com/events/singapore-2024
When: Sep 21 and 22
Where: The Clifford Pier, The Fullerton Bay Hotel Singapore
Race Weekend Market at Cosford Container Park
It’s set to be an adrenaline-pumping weekend at Cosford Container Park. The area will transform into a F1-themed destination on Sep 21 and 22 with activities, entertainment, and unique local vendors. The aptly named Race Weekend Market will feature a Pit Crew Challenge where families and friends can test their speed and precision; F1 Race Prediction Game to showcase your race knowledge and predict the race outcomes to earn rewards; Beer Pong Face Off; a kid-friendly Henna Workshop; and free roving face painting. Adults can sign up for a cocktail masterclass at School of Cambridge where participants can craft exclusive F1-themed cocktails. And of course, there will be live screenings of the races on a giant LED screen so everyone can get together and cheer for their favourite teams.
Website: cosfordcontainerpark.com
When: Sep 21 and 22
Where: 30 Cosford Road, Singapore
Halo by Chinois Ibiza
Chinois Ibiza, in partnership with Singapore-based international event curators ArtBeyond, makes its Singapore debut with Halo over the Singapore night race weekend. Get set for a trio of afterparties at the 72nd floor penthouse of Skai Loft, Swissotel The Stamford Singapore. Dance the night away till 6am with cutting-edge sounds from DJs, Danny Tenaglia, Roger Sanchez, Chelina Manuhutu and more.
Website: www.halo-sg.com
When: Sep 20, 21 and 22
Where: Skai Loft, Swissotel The Stamford Singapore
This article was first published on Sep 12, 2024.
