Singapore Events

The Star Wars Virtual Run is one of Singapore’s best-loved theme runs that runners and fans alike look forward to. With over 15,000 people participating in the event, it has grown to be a prominent race in the...

The Japanese Film Festival of Singapore is held annually, dedicated entirely to Japanese cinema. Organised by the Japan Foundation, together with the Japan Creative Centre, the film festival takes place for several...

The OCBC Cycle Singapore is an annual 2-day mass cycling event in Singapore. It takes riders on a scenic cycling route passing through the city’s most picturesque landmarks on closed roads. OCBC Cycle Singapore...

Come along to Savour, a massive food festival held in the beautiful Marina Bay area of Singapore. Come and taste some delicious and creative food as well as meet celebrity chefs, taste amazing wines and have a great...

The week-long Singapore Food Festival started back in 1994 and it is organised annually by the Singapore Tourism Board. The famous festival aims at celebrating local foods that portray Singapore as a country rich with...

Singapore’s National Day is held each year on the 9th of August in memory of Singapore’s freedom from Malaysia in 1965. During this day, there is a National Parade, a speech from the Prime Minister of...

Hari Raya Haji, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a Muslim celebration which commemorates Ibrahim’s willingness to be obedient to Allah and to sacrifice his own son, Ishmael. People in Singapore...

Hungry Ghost Festival is a traditional Chinese Festival which is held to appease the spirits of deceased relatives who wander freely on earth during the seventh lunar month. The Festival is carried out at various places...

The World Gourmet Summit (WGS) is a unique annual event that provides an epicurean platform to meet the world’s top chefs and wine experts displaying their best skills. It is one of the oldest events in Singapore...

The Festival For Good is a one-off event held in Singapore which promotes the world of Social Enterprises. From health and wellness, fashion, homewares, tech, coffee, food bites and more, you’ll dive into a world...

Of all of the events held in Singapore, the Singapore Grand Prix is one of the largest and most popular. People from all over the world come here to watch the Singapore Grand Prix, with this event increasing visitors to...

Also known as the Lantern Festival or Mooncake Festival, the Singapore Mid Autumn Festival is one of the most popular events celebrated by the Singaporean Chinese community. It takes place annually on the 15th day of...

The Singapore Rugby Sevens is an exciting rugby event taking place each April (in 2020 it has been rescheduled to October). Sixteen of the best men’s rugby players battle it out on the field, but the event is...

The Singapore Cocktail Festival is the largest cocktail event in Asia. It brings together a world-class fusion of mixology experiences and bar tours combined with renowned drink makers and bartenders to a cocktail...

The Singapore Improv Festival is an annual multi-day event featuring the most talented improv actors from the city and abroad. Sparked by diverse suggestions from the audience, the unscripted stories created by the...

Deepavali (aka Diwali), which means the festival of lights, is one of the most important Hindu festivals celebrated in Singapore. It is a celebration of hope over despair, good over evil, light over darkness. The...

The Affordable Art Fair is the world’s leading showcase for affordable contemporary art; All set to turn the city pink and celebrate its 10th year in Singapore, this year’s edition will offer a fresh...

Filmmakers, lovers, critics and students have a reason to celebrate with the onset of the iconic Singapore International Film Festival. This film festival is the most prominent and longest-running film festivals in...

Christmas Wonderland is a huge festival held at the beautiful Gardens by the Bay, and is known as Singapore’s biggest Christmas celebration. Christmas Wonderland offers heaps of live entertainment, sculptures, ice...

ZoukOut is an international dance and music festival held annually in Singapore and is held over two days at Siloso Beach, Sentosa. Its uniqueness stems from the fact that it is an outdoor music and dance party with...

Every year, Orchard Road is transformed into a land of wonder known as “Christmas on a Great Street”, with Christmas lights, decorations and entertainment to celebrate this special holiday. The festival runs...

The Singapore Marathon is a staple on the Singapore running calendar and is usually held on the first Sunday of December each year. Each year, the race takes runners past some of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks...

New Year’s Eve in Singapore is a massive celebration, with the biggest and most exciting festivities centred around the Marina Bay area. With music, entertainment and of course… fireworks, New Year’s...

The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown is the most exciting way to ring in the new year in the Lion City. Weeks before December 31, Marina Bay already lights up with dazzling attractions for the entire family. Marina Bay...

Singapore Art Week (also known as SAW) is a fantastic 12-day visual art event hosted by the National Arts Council and the Singapore Tourism Board. The festival takes place in venues all over Singapore and reinforces...

The Pongal Harvest Festival is a traditional Indian festival that gives thanks to the sun god for a bountiful harvest. Mostly celebrated in India, Pongal is also celebrated in Singapore because of the large number of...

There are many Indians living in Singapore and therefore, you will find the Thaipusam Festival celebrated here every year. Thaipusam has become a major celebration, in fact it is one of the biggest celebrations amongst...

The Chingay Parade is without doubt one of the most important events in Singapore, and it’s when street floats, clowns, dancers, acrobats, jugglers and many other performers can be seen in the celebration of the...

River Hongbao is an annual Lunar Chinese New Year event that is held in Marina Bay in Singapore. The celebration was founded in 1986 and, through the collaboration of the Singapore Federation of Chinese Clan...

Chinese New Year Singapore is one of the biggest celebrations on the event calendar. Generally celebrated in January or February each year (the date fluctuates), this event marks the transition from summer to winter. If...

Singapore Design Week is a yearly design expo that showcases local and international design initiatives. Organised by the DesignSingapore Council, the event is open to the general public, design community, design...

i Light Singapore is the leading sustainable light art festival of Asia. This unique light art festival displays many different kinds of innovative and creative installations, many of which utilise recycled materials...

The Singapore Festival of Fun is a fabulous family-friendly event held in Clarke Quay. The event has heaps of fun things for kids to enjoy including a comedy festival, a street festival, live performances and photo...

Disney on Ice is an annual family ice show featuring 50 of Disney’s most famous characters including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, and Donald Duck. Performances from other well-loved characters are sure to...

Ultra Singapore is a huge outdoor electronic music festival that is run in over 20 countries around the world. Ultra Singapore consists of a two-day music festival hosted at Ultra Park near Marina Bay Sands and attracts...

The 2XU Compression Run is an annual one-day event that takes runners through many of Singapore’s iconic landmarks. Exciting cash prizes await first, second, and third place winners in each of the race categories...

The Income Eco Run in Singapore is the premier eco-run in Southeast Asia. It was launched as an initiative to raise awareness about environmental issues; specifically reducing one’s carbon footprint, zero waste...

Hari Raya Aidilfitri is a festival which celebrates ‘Breaking of the Fast’ and is a religious holiday celebrated by Muslims in Singapore. Also known as Eid al-Fitr or Hari Raya Puasa, this festival marks the...

Singapore, famous for its dynamic and vibrant culture, again showcases its talents as the annual Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) returns again in 2021. The Singapore International Festival of Arts...

FitnessFest is one of Singapore’s largest health and fitness events. Whether you’ve already met your fitness goals or not, this event will give you the motivation you need to get moving. FitnessFest 2021...

The Sundown Marathon is the largest mass night run in Singapore. With around 25,000 people competing in the run every year, it’s certainly nothing short of exciting. Runners can choose from several running...

Vesak Day is a major event on the Buddhist calendar. It is a public holiday in Singapore which celebrates the birth, enlightenment and nirvana of Buddha. In Singapore this day is celebrated every year with the faithful...

Running over nearly two months, the Great Singapore Sale is an event where shopaholics worldwide can buy high-quality major brands at discounted prices. This event is special because there is no other country in the...

Singapore may be the place for business trips, shopping and modern entertainment, but there are certain ceremonial and traditional festivals, such as the Dragon Boat Festival, that should not be missed. Dragon Boat...

The Singapore Night Festival is an annual street festival held over two weekends celebrating the arts and Singapore’s rich cultural heritage. It is held every year in the Bras Basah and Bugis precinct at the heart...

The Singapore Biennale is a massive contemporary art exhibition held at various venues all over Singapore. Established in 2006, the festival aims to cultivate public engagement with visual arts through a 4-month long...