What's on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on Jan. 23-29, 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. S.E.A. FOCUS 2024
Leading showcase and art market hub S.E.A. Focus is here! Known as the anchor event of Singapore Art Week, it brings in contemporary Southeast Asian art to the fore for the public, collectors, artists, and galleries. The sixth edition of S.E.A. Focus opened on Jan. 20 and will run until the 28th, leaving you plenty of time to catch its varied shows and programmes. Go here to get your tickets!
When: 1 PM-8 PM, Jan. 23-28
Where: Artspace@Helutrans, Tanjong Pagar Distripark, 39 Keppel Road
How much: S$10
2. Gyoza Art Making Class
Who doesn't love these scrumptious Japanese dumplings? If you can't get enough of gyozas, learn how to make them in this workshop so you can whip them up whenever you get cravings. The Gyoza Art Making Class will teach you how to make gyoza dough from scratch to create two types of gyoza, namely pork and chive and chicken and mushroom gyozas. The class also includes a tasty lunch! Book the class here.
When: 10 AM-2 PM, Jan. 24
Where:Commune Kitchen, #02-10/11 Frasers Tower, 182 Cecil Street
How much: S$150
3. Lunar New Year Takeaway Specials
Chinese New Year is just around the corner. To make your Lunar New Year delightful, York Hotel Singapore is rolling out takeaway specials just for the occasion starting this week! Enjoy the "Abundance of Wealth" Celebratory Bundle (S$268 net), which includes Eight Treasures Chicken, Traditional Yam Paste, and Prosperity Lo Hei with Smoked Salmon and Mini Abalone and other menu creations. You can also avail yourself of various discounts using credit cards from Citibank, DBS or POSB, HSB, and UOB. For more details, go here.
When: Jan. 25-Feb. 24
Where:York Hotel Singapore, 21 Mount Elizabeth
How much: Prices vary
4. Namaste Bharat
Celebrate India and all things Indian culture at Namaste Bharat 2024, formerly known as the Singapore International Indian Expo. The four-day event will feature more than 50 startups, over 300 exhibitions and 5,000 products, and will expect more than 50,000 visitors this year. Some events to look forward to are the Great Indian Food Festival, yoga and wellness workshops, family-friendly competitions, a Bollywood musical, a fashion show, and more. See you there!
When: 10 AM-10 PM, Jan. 25-28
Where: Hall 5B, Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive
How much: N/A
5. Year of the Wooden Dragon - Feng Shui Talk
This 2024, we mark the Year of the Wood Dragon, a symbol of strength, intelligence, charm, and energy. Expat Living will be hosting a Feng Shui Talk this Friday to discuss what the year can hold for us, from opportunities and growth to luck and wealth. Buy your tickets here and learn how to make the best out of your 2024!
When: 10 AM-12 PM, Jan. 26
Where:Just Anthony Antiques, 379 Upper Paya Lebar Road
How much: S$25
6. Artbox 2024
Artbox, Singapore's biggest all-day creative festival, is back for two weekends this month and in February. Artbox 2024 promises an event teeming with street food, art, games, and live shows. For the first weekend, don't miss performances from Mister Spruce, Sarco, The Mad Trio ft. Khim Ng, Jocelyn, Samatha and John, The Parkinson, Circle of Thrust ft. Kevin Lo, Reverie, and Happy Together ft. Amanda Tee. Buy your tickets here!
When: Jan. 26-28 and Feb. 2-4
Where: Hall 2, Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Drive
How much: S$6 (Friday), S$7 (Saturday and Sunday)
7. Pineapple Plush-Making Workshop
Want to cuddle your own plushie? Chinatown Singapore has organised a Pineapple Plush-Making Workshop this Saturday so you can learn to knit your own furry pineapple plushie! The event is perfect for beginners and kids as young as seven (with adult assistance) who want to try their hand at making plushies for themselves or to give to loved ones. The workshop will run in three time slots. To register, go here.
When: 11:30 AM-1 PM; 2 PM-3:30 PM; 4:30 PM-6 PM, Jan. 27
Where: Chinatown Visitor Centre, 2 Banda Street (registration point)
How much: S$60
8. 'Make Your Own Book' With Clara Chow
Writerly folks, ever wanted to create your own book? This event, led by Clara Chow and facilitated by 2024 Jalan Besar Fellow Tse Hao Guang, will introduce you to the process of folding one-sheet books and sewing pamphlets, as well as discuss the craft of writing and self-publishing. Bookmaking tools will be provided at the event. Spaces are limited, so make sure to get your tickets here.
When: 1:30 PM-4 PM, Jan. 27
Where:Sing Lit Station, 22 Dickson Road
How much: S$10
9. Aliwal Urban Art Festival 2024
Aliwal Urban Art Festival is back anew with the theme "Ground Up," which celebrates the urban art scene, street culture, and youth subculture of Singapore. Look forward to a slew of events, from live graffiti painting and an art market to performances, open studios, and more. Block your calendars, rally your friends, and see ya there!
When: 12 PM 'til late, Jan. 27
Where:Aliwal Arts Centre, 28 Aliwal Street
How much: Free entry
10. Wildlife-Friendly Food Gardening and Composting Workshop
Curious about food gardening? The Wildlife-Friendly Food Gardening and Composting Workshop will teach you just that from scratch, such as how to care for your own herbs, fruit, and vegetable plants, as well as how to compost in a pot.
The event will also include a tour of Sprout Hub's Urban Farms, as well as a lesson on the different types of potting mix, organic fertilisers, and more. Participants will be given free vegetable seeds and plant cuttings. To register, send an e-mail to andrewtay.sg@gmail.com.
When: 2 PM-4 PM, Jan. 27
Where: Sprout Hub, 102 Henderson Road
How much: S$50
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