What’s on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on Jan. 16-22, 2024

Ahh, another week is upon us, and you’re looking for cool things to get up to in Singapore! We’ve saved you the hassle with The Beat Singapore’s rundown of the best places to hit up and things to do right now—from blink-and-you'll-miss-it pop-up sights and new restaurant openings to the hottest activities that you shouldn’t miss. 

To keep your finger on the pulse of the city, follow The Beat Singapore to see what’s best in store for the week ahead.  

1. Free-flow Craft Beer & Pizza

Pizza and beer? Yes, please! The Dempsey Project and the Off Day Beer Company have teamed up to bring your two favourite things. For two and a half hours, devour as many neo-Neapolitan pizzas as you want and wash all these down with Off Day's refreshing and all-you-can-drink Session IPA and Haze beer. Spots are limited, so make sure to RSVP here!

When: 6 PM onwards, Jan. 17

Where: The Dempsey Project, 9 Dempsey Road

How much: S$91.12 (per pax)

2. Siao Char Bors Comedy Ft. Robyn Perkins

Women- and queer-friendly comedy open mic night Siao Char Bors Comedy is here to present American comedian Robyn Perkins in a comedy special that tackles misinformation, science, and bisexuality. The event will also see the performances of Latvian drag king Bill Lagoon and local rising drag star Earth Nakha. Get your tickets here.

When: 8 PM onwards, Jan. 18

Where: The Projector, Golden Mile Tower, 6001 Beach Road

How much: S$22

3. ART SG 2024

ART SG, Southeast Asia's leading global art fair, is back anew with an exciting lineup of new art spaces and international galleries under three areas, namely Galleries, Focus, and Futures. The fair will feature exceptionally curated and multidisciplinary artworks, as well as daily talks, installations, films, and moving images from 68 global and regional galleries, in collaboration with Singapore Art Week. Go here for more information on the highlights of this year's ART SG. Grab your tickets today.

When: Jan. 19-21

Where: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Avenue

How much: S$38 (weekday), S$42 (weekend)

4. Oevaali Art Shop Opening Weekend

Maldives-based Oevaali Art Shop is opening its Singapore store this Friday! Join the shop on its opening weekend and check out its collections teeming with colour and history. Starting out as an online shop, Oevaali has gone on to become a premier lifestyle brand featuring 100% Maldivian fine art and products, including paintings, prints, sculptures, bags, jewellery, and more.

When: 4 PM-9 PM, Jan. 19; 10:30 AM-9 PM, Jan. 20-21

Where: Oevaali Art Shop, 10 Bussorah Street

How much: N/A

5. Light To Night 2024

Beginning this Jan. 19, the Civic District will transform again into an extraordinary enclave of art, good food, special programmes, and fun with Light To Night 2024. With the theme "Reimagine," the festival will take place across various locations, inviting you to celebrate art, reflect, and foster creativity. Go here for the schedule of Light To Night's events, including exhibits, installations, conversations, tours, live performances, and more!

When: Jan. 19-Feb. 8

Where: Multiple locations

How much: Free entry  

6. Chinese New Year Clothes Swap

Stylish, but make it sustainable! The Fashion Pulpit is inviting you to kickstart your 2024 by being fashionably sustainable through its Chinese New Year Clothes Swap! Score unique fashion items to rock on Chinese New Year while surrendering your preloved pieces to find them a new home. See you on swap day! Tickets are available here.

When: 11 AM-7 PM, Jan. 20-21

Where: The Fashion Pulpit, 6A Shenton Way, OUE Downtown Gallery

How much: S$25

7. Nián Gāo Making Masterclass

Nián gāo is a sweet rice cake that's a staple during the Lunar New Year. Known for symbolising prosperity and unity, this rice cake is one of the meaningful treats you can gift to your loved ones during the festival. Make this year's Chinese New Year extra special by learning how to make homemade nián gāo at this masterclass by Chinatown Singapore! The class is offered in three timeslots. To reserve a spot, get your tickets here.

When: 12 PM, 2 PM, and 3 PM, Jan. 20

Where: Chinatown Visitor Centre, 2 Banda Street

How much: S$28.80

8. Mass Pongal

Learn about Indian culture by participating in one of its sacred traditions, "Pongal," the making of which includes the boiling of rice and stands as the cornerstone of the Pongal festivities. Witness the Pongal-making process in this event, such as the cooking of the rice on a traditional stove, and celebrate the beauty of multiculturalism and communal cooking. Book a slot for the event here.

When: 10 AM, Jan. 20

Where: POLI @ Clive Street, Little India

How much: Free

9. Aquajar Workshop

Aquarium beginners and experienced aquarists, this event is for you! Ikan Billy is holding an Aquajar Workshop this Saturday, where you'll learn, among other things, about the ecology of freshwater aquariums, how to design a mini aquascape, and various planting methods for your aquajar or jarrarium.

The workshop will include a circular glass jar, a clip-on lamp, a substrate, a hardscape, three types of plants, and scaping tools. Sign up for the class here!

When: 2 PM-5 PM, Jan. 20

Where: Ikan Billy, Sago Street, 32 B

How much: S$160 (per participant)

10. 'A Reservoir of Time' Exhibition

"A Reservoir of Time," an exhibition curated by Goh Chun Aik, melds the works of artists Lewis Choo, Ge Xiaocong, Hong Shu-ying, and Ivan Ong to showcase each of their own interpretations of time. Exhibited as part of the Objectifs Curator Open Call, the show is an investigation of how we relate with time and encourages viewers to reimagine the ways we think about it.

When: Jan. 20-March 4

Where: Chapel Gallery, Objectifs, 155 Middle Road

How much: Free entry

Promote your upcoming event now! Click here to submit your event and have it considered for inclusion in our upcoming coverage and newsletters.