What’s on Singapore: Best Things to See, Do, & Eat on Sept. 5-11, 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. Mapletree Kids' Craft Workshop

Here’s where you can take your kids this Tuesday! Sign up for the Mapletree Kids' Craft Workshop and let your little ones build their mini replicas of the Fullerton Lighthouse, a navigational aid once used to guide ships into Singapore Harbour, through a step-by-step folding guide. Experienced teachers will be present to make sure that everybody will have fun. In addition, the workshop will be offering a special crafting segment on the Little Red Box to commemorate LKY100, or the 100th birth anniversary of Singapore’s founding Prime Minister, Lee Kuan Yew. Get your tickets via Eventbrite. This workshop is suitable for children aged six to 10 years old.

When: Sept. 5

Where: Mapletree Business City, 20 Pasir Panjang Road, Singapore

How much: S$3

2. I’m Proud of You ChampsFest 2023

“I’m proud of you!” These may seem like simple words to us, but they can significantly make a difference in a child’s development. To give parents more opportunities to say these words, MindChamps, the mastermind behind the “I’m Proud of You” movement, is organising a six-day event filled with fun and exciting activities. There will be an Adventure Ball Pit, Under the Sea and Champion Challenge inflatables, a dance challenge with Igor, and other activities in store! Click here for more information.

When: Sept. 5-10

Where: Marina Square, 6 Raffles Blvd.

How much: Register here

3. Life Worlds: Landscapes, Cities and Beyond

Gardens by the Bay’s three-lecture series, “Landscapes and Sustainability,” is starting this Thursday with an insightful talk that explores the many ways in which “living landscape of many types and at multiple scales can address pressing climate, environmental, sustainability, and social issues.”

Presented by Chris Reed, STOSS founding director and Landscape Architecture professor at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, the lecture will give attendees an overview of the challenges designers face today and the strategic designs they integrate for sustainability and resiliency. Register here.

When: Sept. 7

Where: Flower Field Hall, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Drive

How much: Free

4. POP TOY SHOW Singapore 2023

Immerse yourself in the world of pop culture at POP TOY SHOW (PTS) Singapore. Organised by POP MART and ActionCity, the highly anticipated event will be gathering a lineup of artists and brands, as well as a wide selection of toys, collectibles, and merchandise. Whether you’re into nostalgic pieces or the latest releases, you’ll be spoilt for choice! Get your tickets through their website.

When: Sept. 8-10

Where: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Basement 2, Halls D & E, Marina Bay Sands

How much: S$32 (Standard), S$168 (VIP), Starts at S$80 (Group Tickets)

5. Ballet Under the Stars 2023

Ballet is an art form known to be performed indoors, but the Singapore Ballet is planning to change that mindset with its upcoming event at Fort Canning Park this weekend. Prepare to be dazzled with an elegant ballet performance, all while gazing at the beauty of the starry night. Get your tickets via SISTIC. This is a free-seating performance, so you might want to arrive early to secure a good spot!

When: 6 PM (doors open), Sept. 8-10

Where: Fort Canning Green, 51 Canning Rise

How much: S$55 (discounts available)

6. Pocari Sweat Run 2023

Get ready to run for good health at the Pocari Sweat Run 2023. Endorsed by Singapore Athletics, this year’s race will host the first-ever 2.4-kilometre National Championships. If you want to run a longer distance, there’s also a virtual run with five preferred distances: 2.4km, 7km, 12km, 17km, and 24km. Register here.

You can also join the ION Water Yoga Flow, Sunrise Stretching & Activations, Dynamic Yoga Flow, and Sunrise HIIT Workout Class sessions in the morning. Follow Pocari Sweat Singapore on Facebook for more info.

When: Sept. 9-10

Where: Kallang Practice Track @ Singapore Sports Hub, 52 Stadium Road

How much: S$25 (on-ground race), Free (virtual race) with S$25 add-on for event T-shirt and Pocari Sweat sachet

7. Four-Hands Cookout

Meet one-MICHELIN-starred celebrity chef Nancy Silverton and Burnt Ends’ chef Dave Pynt at this one-day-only pop-up event at Osteria Mozza Singapore, the only Asian outpost of Osteria Mozza in Los Angeles. Chef Nancy will be presenting her iconic creations, like the “Sooner Smash” and “Classic Burger” burgers made with dry-aged Spacca beef patties, to hungry guests, while chef Dave will be putting his Beef Katsu Sando and Loaded Sanger Fries to the table. To liven up the atmosphere, there will also be live DJ music and cocktails served at the bar. Visit Hilton Singapore Orchard’s website for more details.

When: 1 PM-10 PM, Sept. 9

Where: Osteria Mozza Singapore, Level 5, Hilton Singapore Orchard, 333 Orchard Road

How much: S$99++ per entry, which can be spent on food and drinks

8. Magic Hour @ Raffles Hotel Singapore

Have a symphonic evening this Saturday as the Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) will be holding another public live musical performance at Raffles Hotel Singapore for the community. A first-of-its-kind series, the third “Magic Hour” show promises to leave guests amazed with a world-class musical experience while savouring light bites and drinks in lush greenery. Click here to know more.

When: 6 PM-7 PM, Sept. 9

Where: The Lawn, Raffles Arcade, 03-26 North Bridge Rd.

How much: Contact 6337-1886

9. VivoCity Presents Enchanting ‘Garden of Lights’ With Sanrio

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with your favourite Sanrio characters at ViVoCity’s Sky Park! Explore different zones, such as the Friendship Bridge and the Hello Kitty Maze, where you can take photos with larger-than-life Hello Kitty, Kuromi, My Melody, Badtz-Maru, Pompompurin, and more. To make the most of your visit, drop by in the late afternoon so you can take photos of the displays in daylight and when they’re illuminated at night around 6:30 PM. Click here for more details.

When: 10 AM-10 PM, Until Oct. 1

Where: VivoCity, Sky Park, Level 3, 1 HarbourFront Walk

How much: Free

10. Claude Monet-Inspired Afternoon Tea at Anti:Dote

Fairmont Singapore’s Anti:Dote is at it again with an afternoon tea menu inspired by one of the world’s most renowned artists, French painter and impressionist painting founder Claude Monet. Executive pastry chef Yong Ming Choong and senior sous chef Jacky Lai have crafted the "Season of Impressionists" menu, which will transport guests into the heart of Monet's inspiration, providing a culinary experience of a lifetime. There’s a special menu for kids, too, so it’s okay to bring your little ones along. View the menu here and make a reservation on their website.

When: Until Sept. 30

Where: ANTI:DOTE, 80 Bras Basah Rd., Level 1, Fairmont, Singapore

How much: Starts at S$68++ per guest

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