What’s on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, Eat on Nov. 28-Dec. 4, 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.
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1. Mesmerising Xmas Celebration at One Farrer Hotel
Christmas is right around the corner! Five-star hotel One Farrer has pulled out all the stops to bring you a merry Yuletide season with its Christmas dining promos at Nest and Escape. Enjoy delectable creations from the hotel's culinary team, which include a selection of signature turkeys and irresistible pastries from pastry chef Wee Pai Hau, among many others.
When: Nov. 14-Dec. 22
Where:One Farrer Hotel, 1 Farrer Park Station Road
How much: Prices vary
2. ‘A Joyful Christmas at Play’ at Lendlease Malls
Lendlease malls are spreading the cheer this Christmas with its campaign, "A Joyful Christmas at Play." Experience The LEGO Santa's Superpower Christmas Cove at 313@somerset, Jem, and Parkway Parade, and shop festive gifts to your heart's content at the weekend Christmas Village in Paya Lebar Quarter, which includes products like handicraft accessories, plushies, and more. Kids can also participate in the Build to Give initiative at the Christmas Cove, where a LEGO set will be donated to a child for every LEGO heart assembled. See you there!
When: Nov. 20-Dec. 31
Where: Multiple locations
How much: Prices vary
3. Year-End Holiday Coding Camps
Whether you've got a tot at home or a young adult, cap off their 2023 with Coding Lab's exciting Year-End Holiday Camps! With camps divided into different age brackets, children can learn how to craft games, design mobile applications, and more. Those who sign up in a group of three or more get a 12% discount. Check out Coding Lab's classes here.
When: Nov. 20-Dec. 29
Where: Multiple locations
How much: Prices vary
4. The Great Christmas Village
Make the Yuletide season an unforgettable one for you and your family at Kiztopia's The Great Christmas Village at Plaza Singapura. Marvel at the village's enchanting festive decorations, wander through a lighted walkway, explore the craft zone for DIY activities, and experience nonstop fun with a Christmas-themed bouncy castle and inflatable balloon dome. Get your tickets here.
When: Dec. 1-Jan. 1, 2024
Where: Plaza Singapura, 68 Orchard Road
How much: S$18 (early bird), S$20 (standard)
5. Ethos Books Festive Market 2023
Bookworms and art enthusiasts, rejoice! The Ethos Books Festive Market is here, and it's got a ton of fun activities in store for you. This year's book festive market features an indie mix of 17 artists, creatives, and community organisers with six community dialogues. Enjoy discounted Ethos titles, peruse various zines and books, partake in book swaps, and shop for toys, stickers, soaps, vintage clothes, and more. Register here.
When: Dec. 1-3
Where:Visual Arts Centre, 10 Penang Road, #01-02 Dhoby Ghaut Green
How much: Free registration
6. Pets' Day Out
Have a blast with your fur babies at the Pets' Day Out happening this Saturday. This fun and educational event includes a bunch of activities for the entire family, such as a Petzmania workshop, Kiddy Kitty Mask Making, a DIY Cat Toy Making workshop, an adoption drive, and so much more. For details of activities, go here.
When: 10 AM-6 PM, Dec. 2
Where: Ficus Green, Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, 1382 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1
How much: Free entry
7. It's Makan Time: Fondant Sculpting
Want to learn how to create fondant pieces? For the unknowing, fondant is a kind of icing that has the texture of clay and is used to decorate cakes and pastries. Because it resembles clay, fondant icing is used to create edible sculptures, which you will learn how to do right here in this kid-friendly workshop. Dive into the world of sugarcraft and get your tickets here!
When: 2 PM-4 PM, Dec. 2
Where:NTU Alumni Club, 11 Slim Barracks Rise, Buona Vista
How much: S$10 (member), S$18 (non-member)
8. Carrot Cake (Vegan) Hands-on Class
Vegans will love this baking class by ReJoyce! Learn how to make moist, eggless, and dairy-free carrot cake and dairy-free cream cheese, and frost your own cake after! The class will have you baking two layers of cake that's chock-full of nutritious carrots, nuts, and dried fruits, finished off with lightly sweetened frosting. If you're living a plant-based lifestyle or simply just want to eat healthier, this carrot cake baking class is for you. Tickets are available here.
When: 10:30 AM-2 PM, Dec. 2
Where: ITSI Baking Studio, Block 333, Kreta Ayer Road
How much: S$159
9. Pawradise Pets Carnival
Here's another event for pawrents! Drop by this weekend at Eastpoint Mall for a series of activities for you and your furbabies. Interact with ponies from RDA, join the pet-friendly X-mas Tree Cookie Workshop to create yummy treats for your dog or cat, and meet cute pets up for adoption. There will also be shopping booths and food kiosks at the event. See you there!
When: Dec. 2-3
Where:Eastpoint Mall, 3 Simei Street 6
How much: N/A
10. Acrylic Pour Discovery Workshop
Feeling crafty? Sign up for Room To Imagine's Acrylic Pour Discovery Workshop and unleash your inner artist. Suitable for beginners and art enthusiasts of all ages, this workshop will teach you the history of acrylic pour art, the golden ratio of paint to pouring medium, and three essential pour techniques. Sign up here!
When: 4 PM onwards, Dec. 3
Where:Room To Imagine, Ubi Centre, 57 Ubi Avenue
How much: S$129
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