Nightlife Singapore: Trifecta Music Festival 2023, Plus 9 More Hot Events

Another weekend in Singapore is upon us and this spells for a jam-packed schedule of concerts and gigs, happy hour and cocktail nights, fresh raves, and club nights you must not miss. We saved you the stress of planning your weekend and week ahead with our rundown of the best nightlife events.   

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Singapore to see what’s best in store for nightlife and partying in the city from this Thursday to next Wednesday. 

1. CÉ LA VI Singapore Presents SONA

Get ready as South African electronic music artist SONA takes over CÉ LA VI this Friday. For the unknowing, SONA is a rising star who co-produced and co-wrote "Texts Go Green," which was featured on Drake's "Honestly, Nevermind" album. He debuted at number one on Billboard's R&B Producer's List and #14 on the Overall Hot 100 Producers, making SONA one of the rising stars of the music industry. Grab your tickets via Peatix.

When: 10 PM onwards, Nov. 17

Where: CÉ LA VI, Level 57, Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, Hotel Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Avenue

How much: S$48 nett (at the door)

2. Thugshop Presents XXL Series Feat. Rødhåd

Berlin's very own, Rødhåd, will be staging a show this week, and it's one you shouldn't miss if you're a serious technohead. An underrated artist, Rødhåd worked as an unknown DJ for 10 years in Berlin's music scene before finally getting his due with his party-series-turned-label Dystopian in 2009. Thugshop's Vaibs will be joining Rødhåd for some unforgettable grooves and mind-bending techno. Get your tickets via Eventbrite.

When: 10:30 PM onwards, Nov. 17

Where: 62 Cecil Street, #02-00

How much: S$47.25

3. R&B Soul Classics With Diah

Where else to tune into R&B music but at Cool Cats, the swankiest live music lounge in the city-state? Don't miss Diah's two-day performance as she dazzles you with classic, passionate rhythms and soulful jams while you sit back and sip premium drinks from the bar. Get your tickets now via Fever!

When: 9 PM onwards, Nov. 17-18

Where: Cool Cats, 32 Beach Road

How much: Starts at S$38

4. Trifecta Music Festival 2023

Singapore's first-ever music and board sports festival is finally here! The Trifecta Music Festival melds music, surf, snow, and skating over two whole days, from international and local music headliners to fun rides, art, wellness, food, and booze. Enjoy three music stages — the Festival Stage, Trifecta Stage, and the Chillout Stage — and three ride arenas, with hot performances by Ruel, Forests, Rriley, Subsonic Eye, Phum Viphurit, Fazerdaze, Lola Amour, and so much more. Tickets are available here!

When: Nov. 18-19

Where: 10A Exeter Road

How much: Starts at S$98 (one-day general admission)

5. Will Rees Presents Into the Dark

Catch the fourth TRANCE4M International show this 2023 by welcoming Will Rees, who'll also be making his debut show here in Singapore. The Welshman is known in the trance scene for his euphoric and unique sound, and has gone on to remix for artists like Armin Van Buuren, Gareth Emery, Bryan Kearney, and so much more. Get tickets via Deetz!

When: 10:30 PM onwards, Nov. 18

Where: Ikigai Izakaya, 20 Upper Circular Road, The Riverwalk

How much: Starts at S$45

6. Cronkite Satellite & Girls Like Mystery Double Bill

One-man band Cronkite Satellite and high-energy local cover band Girls Like Mystery will be blowing the house down at Hero's this Saturday with rock, hip-hop, and electronic dance music. Look forward to the performances of Christo Alexander & The Nefarious Friends, too, as they take over the party and the stage from 10 PM. Book a spot here.

When: 6:30 PM-10 PM, Nov. 18

Where: Hero's, 69 Circular Road

How much: No cover charge

7. Enchantment Ft. Mila Vidanovic & Richard Tombs

Be enchanted by vocalist Mila Vidanovic and guitarist-songwriter Richard Tombs as they perform a wide range of music for you and your pals this Saturday at Sofitel Singapore Sentosa. Jam to pop, jazz, R&B, soul, and house music, with each performance bound to deliver an unforgettable and vibrant experience to the audience. Make sure to dress up in smart casual or resort chic! Contact Maduro for inquiries at +65 9756 4775.

When: 8:30 PM onwards, Nov. 18

Where: Maduro, 2 Bukit Manis Road, Lower Lobby of Sofitel Singapore Sentosa Resort & Spa

How much: S$38

8. Drip Pool Party Vol XIII

Embark on one of the hottest pool parties in the city-state this weekend with 1 Altitude Coast's 13th edition of its Drip Pool Party Series. DJ Shai, Kfaith, and KNRCK will be taking care of the music, from hip-hop and R&B to Latin hits and afrobeats, while Intan Raihanna will be hosting the party to keep you on your toes all day long. Keep your eyes peeled for Arthur Tan, who'll be the special guest DJ for this event. Tickets are available via Peatix!

When: 5 PM-12 AM, Nov. 19

Where: 1 Altitude Coast, Level 7, The Outpost Hotel, 10 Artillery Avenue, Sentosa Island

How much: Starts at S$15

9. Gluttony by Night

Honey Gluttony, Singapore's number one live-singing drag queen, will be performing her one-woman show at Blu Jaz next Tuesday. Learn about Honey's story on how she became a "mistress of the night" through pop songs and parodies from musicals like "Mamma Mia" and "Kinky Boots," among many others. A Google employee by day, Honey Gluttony transforms into the most fabulous drag queen at night and is known for opening "RuPaul's Drag Race: Werq The World" this 2023. Don't miss Honey's show and get your tickets via Eventbrite!

When: 8 PM onwards, Nov. 21

Where: Blu Jaz, 11 Bali Lane

How much: S$37.76

10. Manic Street Preachers & Suede Live in Singapore

Heads up! Welsh rock band Manic Street Preachers and English rock band Suede are heading to Asia this month, first in Taipei and then Singapore for a memorable concert that will rock your socks off. Look forward to your favorite alternative and indie songs from the bands, from "Motorcycle Emptiness," "Faster," and "You Love Us" to "Beautiful Ones," "Animal Nitrate," "She's in Fashion," and so much more. Get your tickets via Live Nation!

When: 7:30 onwards, Nov. 22

Where: The Star Theatre, The Star Performing Arts Centre, 1 Vista Exchange Green

How much: Starts at S$108

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