What’s on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, Eat, Drink on July 20-26, 2023
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. Opening of Wunderfolks at Tampines Mall
Singaporeans sure are spoilt for choice with all the dessert places teeming in the city. Wunderfolks, known for its handmade tarts and other baked treats, is bound to be your next favourite sweet spot (if it isn't yet) as it opens its flagship store at Tampines Mall this Friday! Don't miss its newly launched viennoiserie selection, hand-brewed coffee, and Wunderfolks merchandise that's exclusive at this location only, as well as your favourite signature tarts from the shop. For more treats, you can join Wunderfolks' giveaway in celebration of the opening of its flagship store. See the mechanics here!
When: 8:30 AM-10 PM, July 21
Where:Wunderfolks, Tampines Mall, 4 Tampines, Central 5
How much: Prices vary
2. Festive Fair
Shop until you drop at the Festive Fair this Friday. This shopping event is made for fashionistas, as it will feature a wide range of clothes and accessories, from beautiful ethnic pieces and kidswear to jewellery and even home decor. Some of the brands that will be a part of Friday's fair are Womea, Odhani, Andaaz, Jewelzjoy, and more. See you there!
When: 10:30 AM-6:30 PM, July 21
Where: Auxiliary Center, Melville Park Condominium, Simei Street 1
How much: Prices vary
3. Opening of 'Salutogenesis' Exhibit
"Salutogenesis," Kayleigh Goh's third solo exhibition, will be opening at Gajah Gallery along Keppel Road this coming Saturday. Influenced by sociologist Aaron Antonovsky's concept of salutogenesis, which is concerned with the study of the origins of health, Goh explores the potential of art for healing and therapy. Her paintings exhibit warmth and a muted palette, allowing her to "encourage introspection" in the viewer.
When: 11 AM-7 PM, July 22
Where:Gajah Gallery, 39 Keppel Road, Tanjong Pagar Distripark
How much: N/A
4. AFA Creators Super Fest Singapore 2023
Anime fans, rejoice! The AFA Creators Super Fest is here! Celebrate the best creators of the anime, comics, and games (ACG) community in this two-day event at the Singapore Expo, which will be divided into the Super Akiba Stage, Cosplay Hub, Creators Hub, and Creators Lab. Meet guest cosplayers Miho, Xiaoyukiko, Knite, Yingtze, and Prestonles; and other special performers and illustrators like Ladybeard, Mindaryn, Masaharu Yamanouchi, and more. You can get tickets via Ticketmaster.
When: 10 AM-7 PM, July 22-23
Where: Singapore Expo (Hall 5), 1 Expo Drive
How much: Starts at S$19
5. 'From Inspiration to Publication' Workshop
Those with writerly inclinations shouldn’t miss this migrant worker creative writing workshop by the Migrant Writers of Singapore (MWOS), as supported by the Sing Lit Station and The Majurity Trust. "From Inspiration to Publication" will be led by Claire Betita de Guzman, a Filipino writer based in Singapore, who will teach you about the process of getting one's idea to publication. De Guzman is a former journalist and literary editor and is known for the novels "Miss Makeover," "Budget is the New Black," "Girl Meets World," and "No Boyfriend Since Birth." "Sudden Superstar" is her forthcoming novel under Penguin Random House SEA. If you're interested in the workshop, you may register for a slot by contacting Jenelyn via WhatsApp at +65 9059 8002.
When: 10 AM-12 PM, July 23
Where:Sing Lit Station, 22 Dickson Road
How much: N/A
6. Multi-ethnic Fusion Dance Workshop for Kids
Get your kids up and moving with this Multi-ethnic Fusion Dance Workshop. Suitable for children aged seven to 12 years old, the workshop will teach kids the cultural significance of dances that are unique to the Chinese, Malay, and Indian culture and invites parents to watch their kids' mini performance at the end.
The workshop is part of the Let's Walk - Celebrating Harmony at the Heritage Institutions programme of the Indian Heritage Centre, Malay Heritage Centre, and Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, in celebration of Racial Harmony Day. Get your tickets via Peatix!
When: 1 PM-3 PM and 3:30 PM-5:30 PM, July 23
Where: Wan Qing Yan - Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall, 12 Tai Gin Road
How much: S$10
7. Over-The-Rainbow Charity Walk
Walk for good health and a good cause with this charity walk organised by the youth mental wellness non-profit organisation Over The Rainbow. Start your Sunday morning with this healing walk to quiet your mind, slow down, regroup, and reconnect with your environment. This walk will start at Kent Ridge MRT and spans over eight kilometres, ending right at Harbourfront MRT. For those who won't be able to finish the jaunt, there will be access points for safety pickups every three hundred to five hundred metres. Make sure to wear comfy clothes and bring water, sunscreen, a towel, and other essentials. Register here.
When: 9 AM-12 PM, July 23
Where: Kent Ridge MRT, 301 South Buona Vista Road
How much: S$33
8. Uncorked: A Food and Wine Pairing Masterclass
Good food and good wine, such are life's few little luxuries. Allow yourself to be surprised by this food and wine pairing masterclass by restaurant and bar Ginett. The establishment is known for its Uncorked masterclass series that offers a curated food and wine pairing menu every last Tuesday of the month. The menus are switched monthly, so you can explore various dishes and French wines by region, and still be on your toes each time. Book a table here.
When: 7 PM-10 PM, July 25
Where:Ginett Singapore, 200 Middle Road
How much: N/A
9. Sneakertopia Spotlight Tour with Aeropalmics, Josiah Chua, and tobyato
Join virtual artists Aeropalmics (Dawn Ang) and tobyato (Toby Tan), alongside designer Josiah Chua, as they take you on this artist-led tour of "Sneakertopia" at the ArtScience Museum. Learn about the artists’ creative process and philosophies, as well as how their works in the exhibit are influenced by real life through street and popular culture. Get your tickets here.
When: 5:30 PM-6:30 PM, July 25
Where:ArtScience Museum, 10 Bayfront Avenue
How much: S$4 (tour only)
10. Tangzhong Bread Series Workshop
If you want to up your baking game, this Tangzhong Bread Workshop is for you! Learn how to create this soft and fluffy bread from Chef Lee Shee Yang, a regarded baker with almost 30 years of industry experience under his belt. Just some of the techniques he'll teach you are the tangzhong method, dough shaping, bread proofing, cooking different types of filling, and the proper storage of bread. Tickets are available here!
When: 9 AM-2 PM, July 26
Where:Little Bakers Lab, 79A Serangoon Garden Way
How much: S$208
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