What’s On SG: National Day 2025 Celebrations, Mermaid Tales 2025, & More

In the spirit of SG60, the National Museum of Singapore unveiled a record-breaking LEGO mural, alongside an exciting and colorful brick showcase featuring artworks and exclusive LEGO builds inspired by the city-state’s iconic landmarks and food culture. 

From July 19 to Aug. 9, discover the nation’s stories through LEGO creations in the Stories of Singapore: Building Our Heritage, Brick by Brick showcase. This remarkable collaboration features large-scale displays of iconic Singaporean landmarks such as the Changi Airport Control Tower and Bumboats along the Singapore River, built entirely from LEGO bricks! 

At the heart of this activation is the largest LEGO mural in Singapore, recognized by the Singapore Book of Records, built with over 265,743 LEGO bricks to create a row of colorful, nostalgic shophouses echoing the early days of the nation’s bustling commerce in the 1960s. Last July 18, visitors were invited to contribute the final bricks to the mural, becoming part of a collective moment in history!

The showcases also feature a range of LEGO builds inspired by favorite local dishes such as Hainanese Chicken Rice, Chilli Crab, and the famed Singaporean breakfast — Kaya Butter Toast with Soft-Boiled Eggs. There’s also a row of LEGO artworks made by students of the Chinese Development Assistance Council (CDAC) depicting historical and modern scenes inspired by the Singapore River. 

The activation also gives visitors a chance to be part of the fun as guests can take part in a LEGO Make & Take activity and build their very own Mini LEGO Orchid (10311 Orchid and 10343 Mini Orchid sets) as a commemorative SG60 souvenir. The LEGO Group is also highlighting a collection of LEGO sets — particularly the 21057 Singapore set, which recreates iconic Singaporean landmarks such as Marina Bay Sands, the OCBC Centre, One Raffles Place, Lau Pa Sat food market, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, and the Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay.

You can visit The Stories of Singapore: Building Our Heritage, Brick by Brick at the Stamford Gallery at the National Museum of Singapore until Aug. 9. Afterwards, some select highlights will be moved to heartlands at the NEX Atrium from Aug. 12 to 31, where the fun continues with exciting LEGO pop-ups, hand-on activities on the weekends, and fan-favorite displays such as the 3D Hawker Man and the Merlion LEGO model.

For more information, follow the National Museum of Singapore on Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. 

Stories of Singapore: Building Our Heritage, Brick by Brick Showcase

Location: Stamford Gallery, Level 1, National Museum of Singapore

Dates: July 18 to Aug. 9, 10 AM to 7 PM

Mini LEGO Orchid Workshop

• Every Saturday & Sunday (July 19 to Aug. 3), from 2 PM to 5 PM
• Aug. 9, from 10 AM to 12 PM, and 1 PM to 5 PM. 

The Goodwood Park Hotel is having a double celebration this August — Singapore’s 60th birthday and their 125th anniversary! In celebration of these momentous occasions, the Goodwood Park Hotel is releasing a wide slate of delicious Singapore-inspired promos — from playful desserts and charming 1-for-1 delights! 

The Goodwood Singaporean “Breakfast”

From Aug. 1 to 31, 2025, The Deli and L’Espresso are saying a “Happy Birthday” to Singapore with “The Goodwood Singaporean Breakfast,” a nostalgic nod to a typical Singaporean breakfast featuring a cute Mini Milo Crèmeux Cup (in an edible chocolate shell and dusted with Milo powder on top), a Kaya Toast Macaron, and a Flaky Egg Tart, for S$9 nett a box. 

The first 30 guests at The Deli on Aug. 9 will enjoy a 1-for-1 takeaway deal! 

1-For-1 Local Delights on Weekdays at the Coffee Lounge

Enjoy classic Singaporean dishes, such as Char Kway Teow, Laksa, Nyonya Chicken Curry, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Hainanese Pork Chop, at S$25++ each! Available Mondays to Fridays, until Aug. 31. 

Double the happiness and bring a friend!

16 Signature Durian Puffs at The Deli

The Deli’s signature Durian Puffs will fit right in at an NDP watch party! From Aug. 8 to 10, the 16 Durian Puff box will be available at a special price of S$60 nett.

Pre-orders are available via The Deli website. 

SG60 Dining Deals Across the Hotel’s Dining

From Aug. 1 to 31, guests and visitors can enjoy S$60++ promotions at the hotel’s main dining outlets: 

• Coffee Lounge: Taiwan Porridge Set Menu for 2, and other favorites
• Gordon Grill: Three-Course Set Lunch
• L’Espresso: English Afternoon Tea Buffet with Local Delights (plus free dining for the 4th guest born in 1965)
• Min Jiang: Whole Camphor Tea Smoked Duck for S$60 (for the first five diners for lunch and dinner)
• Min Jiang at Dempsey: Five-Course Set Lunch

Cardholder Perks

DBS/POS and UOB Card members can enjoy the following promotions from Aug. 1 to 31, 2025: 

• 10% discount at L’Espresso for a minimum of two paying adults
• The Taiwan Porridge Set Menu for a 10% discount at Coffee Lounge for two
• No minimum cap at Min Jiang for Camphor Tea Duck 

Anything fancy your eye? Get ready to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday with a feast! Full details and reservations are available on the Goodwood Park Hotel website. 

Follow The Goodwood Park Hotel on Facebook and Instagram. 

Universal Studios Singapore (USS) is unleashing all the fears and screams for its 13th edition with the return of Netflix’s original series, “Stranger Things.”

For 18 nights starting from Sept. 26 to Nov. 1, 2025, the gates of Hawkins creak will open wide, transporting guests into the terrifying events of Seasons 2, 3, and 4 in all-new haunted house experiences. This thrilling return goes hand in hand with the series’ fifth and final season, which premieres this fall on Netflix across three dates with four episodes on Nov. 27, three on Dec. 26, and the final episode slated for New Year’s Day. 

As the countdown to the cursed 13th hour begins, guests can look forward to a multiverse of terror composed of haunted houses, scare zones, live shows, and an immersive bar experience. From globally beloved series to local legends and original horrors, here’s what Southeast Asia’s biggest Halloween event has in store this year.

Step Into the Upside Down Once More

USS will once again bring to life the acclaimed Netflix series, marking its fourth hit collaboration with the streaming platform. This partnership has previously produced haunted houses based on Korean global hits “Sweet Home” and “All of Us Are Dead,” as well as “Stranger Things” at Halloween Horror Nights 8. 

“Stranger Things has been one of the most enduring horror series of our time, and with the show drawing to an end, we wanted to give fans the opportunity to relive all the best moments right here at Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights,” said Markham Gannon, Senior Director of Entertainment at Resorts World Sentosa. “We have had such success working with Netflix on our haunted houses, and this is gearing up to be our most exciting edition of the event yet.” 

Prepare to be blown away by the realistic haunted houses designed with actual scenes and settings from the series, such as the shadowy halls of Hawkins National Laboratory and the eerie glow of Starcourt Mall and Vecna’s blood-red mind lair. Every corner will be crawling with abominations from the Upside Down, so don’t close your eyes, otherwise be devoured by the Mind Flayer and bloodthirsty Demondogs!

Horror Highlights: Non-Stop Frights at Every Turn

Apart from the exciting return of “Stranger Things,” USS is also packing a whole lot of scares for its 13th year. Singapore’s Most Haunted is making a spooky comeback in “Singapore’s Most Haunted: Build to Horror” Haunted House, where unsuspecting residents are living on a burial ground for unclaimed bodies. 

As the 13th hour strikes, spirits, demons, and forgotten creatures from ancient Japanese folklore will emerge from the shadows, clawing their way into the mortal realm. Heralded by thirteen thunderous chimes, be captivated by a ghostly parade, The Realm of Yokai, which is inspired by the Hyakki Yagyō (Night Parade of 100 Demons). 

For those looking for some deadly fun and games, step right up to The FEARground scare zone, where guests will face chaotic carnies like Madame Marionette and the cruelly contorted Bonebreaker and survive deadly attractions at this unhinged amusement park. 

More than that, the FEARground’s ringleader, The Death Devil, is looking for contestants for his twisted game show, “Dare or Die Live!” Equal parts horror gameshow and deranged feats of fear, you won’t be able to look away from this scaringly chaotic spectacular!

USS is also introducing a new show called “Once Upon a Time…to Die,” where a mutilated master, Mr. Rabid, is trying to escape death. Desperate to prolong his life, he hatches a plan to steal life-altering items from innocent fairytale characters. 

Early bird tickets are now available via the Resorts World Sentosa website and Klook. Admission starts at S$58 for non-peak nights and S$68 for peak nights. Skip the queues add-ons are also available on the website, with “Get To The Fear Faster” allowing guests to skip regular lines on all haunted houses for an add-on price of S$89 and “Get To The Fear and Thrills Faster” granting additional fast entry for thrill rides such as the Battlestar Galactica, Revenge of the Mummy, and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem for S$119.  

Want to make it the most memorable ghoulish experience? You can purchase an R.I.P. Tour and feel like a VIP in the realm of the undead with special Meet & Greet opportunities, express unlimited passes, F&B vouchers, and retail discounts. 

Mastercard cardholders can also purchase Mastercard exclusive packages and enjoy additional vouchers. Meanwhile, guests with a Universal Studios Singapore Season Pass can also enjoy exclusive offers on select Halloween Horror Nights tickets. If that’s not exciting enough, the Season Pass grants unlimited entry to the park for six months in celebration of Singapore’s 60th birthday, and includes special privileges for merchandise, dining, and more!

For more details, click here or follow Universal Studios Singapore on Instagram for updates on the upcoming scare attractions. You can also stay tuned to Resorts World Sentosa on Facebook and Instagram to discover more fun experiences on the island.

Celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday with premium front-row seats at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford’s stay-and-dine package! Whether you’re planning a weekend getaway, a festive meal, or simply a toast to Singapore’s 60th year of independence, the hotel complex has some fashionable packages bursting with local flavors in store for everyone. 

Fireworks by the Bay Staycation Package

Back by popular demand, this staycation package invites guests to celebrate National Day with uninterrupted views of the Marina Bay fireworks and parade. 

The package includes: 

• A Marina Bay-facing room or suite,
• Daily breakfast for two,
• An exclusive In-Room National Day platter (worth S$600++) featuring Chicken Satay, Otah Spring Rolls, and Truffle Fries
• Priority reservations across the hotel complex’s restaurants and bars, from ANTI:DOTE, Prego, and SKAI
• Access to the swimming pool, fitness centers, and spa facilities

The “Fireworks by the Bay” package is available across all Saturday previews and on National Day itself: July 19 and 26, and Aug. 2 and 9, 2025. A minimum stay of two nights applies. 

Early bookings are recommended, so book your stay at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford now.

A National Day Experience Above the City at JAAN by Kirk Westaway

Celebrate National Day 2025 with an unforgettable evening at the two-Michelin-starred JAAN by Kirk Westaway. Located on the 70th floor, celebrate the night with the best fireworks views with a luxe British tasting menu, including a nostalgic take on Fish and Chips, Onion Cracker, Goose Mousse, signatures like Cheddar Pancake, and seasonal dishes like Blue Lobster, Red Mullet, and Kagoshima Wagyu. Desserts such as Strawberry and Cardamom and Textures of Chocolate bring the evening to a delicate close. 

Dinner is priced at S$588++ per guest, inclusive of a complimentary glass of Krug Grande Cuvée.

Celebrate Singapore’s 60th with Fireworks, Elevated Dining, and Skyline Views at SKAI

Sweeping skyline views and a refined four-course dinner are available on July 19 and 26, and Aug. 9 at SKAI. 

The four-course dinner includes Bluefin Tuna, Hokkaido Scallop, Seared Foie Gras, Wylarah Wagyu, and a refreshing Strawberry Yuzu dessert for S$198++. Wine pairing is available at S$128++ per person. 

Celebrate Singapore’s Hawker Heritage at Asian Market Café

The Signature Hawker Fare Buffet at Asian Market Café pays tribute to Singapore’s vibrant food culture with a halal-certified feast from Aug. 4 to 31, 2025. The spread includes Salmon Sashimi and Tuna Tataki, a Seafood on Ice featuring Slipper Lobster, Half Shell Scallop, Cooked Prawn, Mussel, and Mud Crab. 

Serangoon brings local classics to life, including a DIY Noodles Station Singapore Laksa, a Hainanese Chicken Rice Stall, and a Grilled Assorted Satay with Condiments. 

The Spice Corner showcases signature dishes like the Singapore Chilli Crab with Golden Mantou, Nasi Goreng Kampung with Anchovies and Seafood, Beach Road Lamb Bistik, and Tekka Fish Curry with Okra and Brinjal. 

The experience continues at Geylang with nostalgic desserts including Durian Pengat, Assorted Nyonya Kueh, Kueh Lops with Gula Melaka Sauce, and a crowd-favorite Ice Kachang Station. 

The lunch buffet is priced at S$78++ per adult and S$39 per child, while dinner is available at S$90++ per adult and S$45 per child from Monday to Thursday, and at S$98++ per adult and S$49 per child from Friday to Sunday and on Aug. 9, 2025. 

Sunset Barbecues at The Eight

A relaxed rooftop BBQ awaits across National Day preview nights and on National Day itself (Aug. 19 and 26, and Aug. 2 and 9, 2025). The grill spread includes Wagyu Smash Burgers, Signature Porterhouse, Lamb Rack, Tiger Prawns, Mud Crabs, and Scallops. 

The BBQ at The Eight is priced at S$88++ per adult (S$80 for Accor Plus members) and S$25++ per child (six to 12 years old). Guests can opt for a S$38++ free flow drinks package featuring draft beer, house wine, and Prosecco. 

ANTI:DOTE Presents Sips of History

Celebrate SG60 with thoughtfully crafted cocktails at ANTI:DOTE. Their special menu, “Sips of History,” was inspired by Singapore’s journey as a nation since 1965. 

The menu’s highlights include The Beginning 1965, Skyline 60, Lion Sling, and Golden Heritage. “Sips of History” is available from July 28 to Sept. 28, 2025, with the cocktails priced from S$26 per glass. 

Toast to Singapore’s 60th anniversary in style with awesome fireworks views and Michelin cuisine, to hawker feasts and sunset cocktails at Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford stay-and-dine options! 

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