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Giveaway: Win Tickets & a Hotel Stay for Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026

Whisky Fest

Get ready to raise your glass for the Hong Kong Whisky Festival this May!

As Hong Kong's flagship gathering for whisky lovers, connoisseurs, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the wonderful world of whisky returns to InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong this May 16-17, 2026, The Beat Asia is pleased to announce our exclusive media partnership with Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026.

To celebrate the fest, The Beat Asia is giving whisky lovers across the region a chance to experience one of the city's biggest annual events for free, accommodation included, all Hong Kong residents and inbound tourists are welcome!

One lucky winner (and their lucky plus one) will walk away with an impressive giveaway prize bundle of a one-night stay at a Harbour View Room at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong with complimentary breakfast for two, along with two entry tickets to Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026, valued at HK$6,200.

The contest is open to participants across Asia, as long as entrants can provide a valid proof of travel to Hong Kong.

To enter the giveaway, participants simply need to head to the official giveaway post on The Beat Hong Kong’s Instagram page, follow The Beat Hong Kong (@thebeat.hkg), InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong (@intercongshk), and Hong Kong Whisky Festival (@hongkongwhiskyfestival), and complete the steps outlined in the post within the giveaway period: Apr. 29 - May 5, 2026. The lucky winner will be announced the following day on May 6, 2026!

Classic Victoria Harbour View Room at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong
Website/ InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong
Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2025 - Liquid Asia whisky distributor and attendees sampling whiskey, photo by The Beat Asia
Photo by The Beat Asia

Set to take place on May 16 and 17 this year, from 1 PM to 8 PM at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong, this year’s edition of the Hong Kong Whisky Festival promises a spirited weekend filled with tastings featuring an impressive lineup of international whisky brands, limited-edition pours, and over 65 exclusive masterclasses led by global whisky experts.

Meet and greet independent bottlers, distillers, distributors, experts, and fellow whisky lovers hailing from around the globe including Australia, Canada, South Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, India, China, Ireland, the United States, France, Germany, Belgium, Denmark, Sweden, England, and many more countries!

You don't want to miss this chance to make whisky-filled memories and experience Hong Kong’s biggest whisky celebration, all from the comfort of a prestigious stay at InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong!

Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2025 - whisky masterclass and attendees sampling whiskey, photo by The Beat Asia
Photo by The Beat Asia
Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2025 - lineup of whisky from Bladnoch Distillery, photo by The Beat Asia
Photo by The Beat Asia

Festival tickets are priced at HK$188 for a 1-day pass and HK$258 for a 2-day pass (originally HK$376), with each ticket including an official Hong Kong Whisky Festival Glencairn whisky glass and lanyard.

For more information, visit InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong's website or follow them on Instagram and Facebook. Make sure you're following The Beat Hong Kong and Hong Kong Whisky Festival on Instagram as well for live event updates!

Terms & Conditions:

  • The giveaway period is from Apr. 29 to May 5, 2026 only.
  • The announcement of winners will be on May 6, 2026.
  • This giveaway is regional and is open to all of The Beat Asia's readers in Asia.
  • Entrants must be HK residents or provide a valid proof of travel to Hong Kong.
  • The prize is non-transferable and non-exchangeable for cash.
  • In case of any disputes, The Beat Asia and InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong reserve the right of final decision.
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Hong Kong Whisky Festival 2026 InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong Sat, May 16 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Hong Kong Whisky Festival returns to InterContinental Grand Stanford Hong Kong on May 16–17, featuring spirits, global distilleries, and whisky masterclasses.

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Simple Plan Brings the 'Bigger Than You Think' Tour to Southeast Asia

Simple PlanPhoto by Simple Plan/Instagram

Simple Plan is heading back to Southeast Asia — and they aren't arriving quietly!

The Canadian pop-punk band dropped the Southeast Asia leg dates of their "Bigger Than You Think!" tour, with stops in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Manila, Jakarta, and Surabaya in November 2026, followed by a Hong Kong show in December 2026.

Featuring special guest LØLØ, the tour is part of the band’s ongoing 25th anniversary celebration.

The tour kicks off on Nov. 21, 2026 at Idea Live Arena in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, before heading to Singapore Indoor Stadium on Nov. 22, 2026. After that is a stop in Manila, Philippines, where Simple Plan will perform at Araneta Coliseum on Nov. 25, 2026. Indonesian fans are lucky, with two stops: Tennis Indoor Senayan in Jakarta on Nov. 27, 2026 and Jatim Expo in Surabaya on Nov. 28, 2026. The Southeast Asia leg ends on Dec. 1, 2026 at AXA Wonderland in Hong Kong.

Tickets and VIP upgrades will be available through the band's official website. Presale for Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Manila, Jakarta, and Surabaya begins at 11 AM (SGT) on May 4, followed by a general sale at 11 AM (SGT) on May 5. Hong Kong fans get a separate ticketing schedule, with presale starting at 10 AM (HKT) on May 11, and the general sale at 10 AM (HKT) on May 13.

To receive the presale code for early access, fans are encouraged to join the Simple Plan HQ broadcast channel.

"It's been three years since our last visit in 2023," the band said in their announcement, adding that they're grateful to return to a part of the world that has been a long-time supporter of Simple Plan.

Simple Plan 'Bigger Than You Think' Tour Southeast Asia leg dates
Photo from Instagram/Simple Plan
Simple Plan 'Bigger Than You Think' Tour ticket sale dates
Photo from Instagram/Simple Plan

Formed in Montreal in 1999, Simple Plan currently consists of Pierre Bouvier, Chuck Comeau, Jeff Stinco, and Sébastien Lefebvre. The group rose to fame in the early 2000s, becoming one of the most recognizable bands in the pop-punk scene.

Their debut album, "No Pads, No Helmets...Just Balls," was released in 2002 and featured one of their biggest hits, "Perfect." Simple Plan's follow-up, "Still Not Getting Any..." was launched in 2004, featuring fan favorites such as "Welcome to My Life," "Shut Up!," "Untitled (How Could This Happen to Me?)" and "Crazy."

Later hits such as "Jet Lag," featuring Natasha Bedingfield, "Astronaut," and "Summer Paradise" helped extend the band's appeal beyond the era of MySpace and Friendster. The upcoming shows are expected to lean into the band's anniversary milestone, hopefully giving OG pop-punk fans a chance to revisit the songs that they sang (screamed) during their childhood and teenage years.

For more information and updates, visit Simple Plan's official website or follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

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HoYoFEST 2026 Set to Return to Southeast Asia from July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026

20260414 hoyofestPhoto by Genshin Impact/X

Calling all fans of HoYoverse games!

HoYoFEST 2026 is set to return this July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026, bringing HoYoverse’s annual fan celebrations back across Southeast Asia.

The multi-city event will take place in six cities across the region, gathering fans of the company’s biggest game titles like Genshin Impact, Honkai Star Rail, Zenless Zone Zero, Honkai Impact 3rd, and Tears of Themis for a packed lineup of experiences, community activities, and on-ground showcases.

Attendees of HoYoFEST 2025 at the Genshin Impact stage
Photo from X/Genshin Impact
Attendees of HoYoFEST 2025
Photo from X/Zenless Zone Zero Indonesia

Building on previous editions, this year’s festival is expected to feature immersive installations, fan-focused programming, and much more! More activities will be announced in the next few months, so stay tuned!

Here is the list of cities where HoYoFEST 2026 is happening:

  • Bangkok, Thailand (July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026): Central Ladprao, BCC Hall
  • Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026): Sky Expo, Hall A4
  • Jakarta, Indonesia (July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026): Pondok Indah Mall 3, City Hall
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026): Pavilion Exhibition Centre, Bukit Jalil, Hall 1-3
  • Manila, Philippines (July 30 to Aug. 2, 2026): SPACE at One Ayala, Hall A-D
  • Singapore (July 31 to Aug. 2, 2026): Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Hall 403
Official announcement poster for HoYoFEST 2026
Photo from Facebook/Genshin Impact

HoYoverse has also opened recruitment for their Artist Alley and Stage Activities programs, where fans, artists, and cosplayers can all participate in making the festival what it is.

For more information and updates, visit the HoYoLAB website here. Follow the official pages of HoYoverse’s popular game titles here:

Genshin Impact: Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram

Honkai Impact 3rd: Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram

Honkai Star Rail: Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram

Zenless Zen Zero: Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram

Tears of Themis: Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram

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Taiwanese Boy Group F4 to Bring their 'F✦FOREVER 1st World Tour' to Asia

20260407 f4Photo by B'in Music/Instagram

Fans of iconic Taiwanese drama “Meteor Garden” all over Asia can look forward to seeing F4 on the stage for their “F✦FOREVER World Tour”!

The F4 members — Jerry Yan, Vanness Wu, and Vic Chou — will be joined by Mayday’s Ashin for the tour, which kicked off in Shanghai last December. Their multi-city run is set to continue across six stops in Asia, marking a major comeback and reunion for the group and its enduring fanbase.

Following a stop in Wuhan, China, F4 will stage a three-day concert in Chongqing from Apr. 10 to 12, followed by a sold-out, two-night run in Jakarta on May 29 and 30. From there, the four-piece act will head to Manila, Bangkok, and Singapore, before concluding their first leg in Kuala Lumpur.

F4 concert tour poster and tour dates
Photo from Instagram/B'in Music

Further tour details, including additional cities, exact dates and venues, will be announced in the future.

The fourth F4 member, Ken Chu, will not be a part of the tour. He personally confirmed this through a video he posted on Instagram.

F4, short for “Flower Four,” debuted after the successful run of Taiwanese drama “Meteor Garden” in 2001. They released three studio albums throughout their career, and recently reunited on stage at Mayday’s “5225 Back to That Day Tour” in Taipei last July 2025.

For more information and updates, follow B’in Music on Facebook and Instagram.

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AXEAN Festival 2026 Heads Back to Bali for its Seventh Edition This August

20260331 axeanPhoto by AXEAN Festival

The AXEAN Festival is set to return for its seventh edition from Aug. 29 to 30, 2026, at Jimbaran Hub in Bali, Indonesia.

Founded in 2020, the Southeast Asian-focused music showcase and conference has grown into a key platform for regional artists and industry players, bringing together nearly 300 artists from more than 20 countries across its past editions. Previous runs were successfully hosted in virtual formats and in-person events in Singapore and Bali.

Songwriting camp at AXEAN Festival
Courtesy of AXEAN Festival
Crowd enjoying music
Courtesy of AXEAN Festival

This year’s edition is set to feature over 40 artists, alongside industry programming including panel discussions, business matchmaking, and networking sessions. A post-festival songwriting camp will also return, offering selected artists and producers a space for cross-border collaboration.

Co-founder David Siow said that the upcoming edition will continue the festival’s evolving curation, while Piyapong Muenprasertdee highlighted its growing momentum and role in positioning Southeast Asia as a rising force in the international music scene.

More details, such as the artist lineup, conference programming, and other info, will be announced soon.

For more information and updates, visit the AXEAN Festival website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

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BLACKPINK’s Back in Your Area with 'DEADLINE' Pop-Up Stores Around Asia

20260310 blackpink popupPhoto by BLACKPINK/Instagram

Still riding the BLACKPINK fever, BLINKs?

Following the release of their latest mini album, “DEADLINE,” on Feb. 27, 2026, BLACKPINK is continuing to bring the excitement beyond the music with a new series of pop-ups in Asia organized by YG SELECT.

The pop-ups will make stops in Taipei, Kaohsiung, Petaling Jaya, and Singapore, with each location curated to reflect the character and fan communities of the host city. Here are the exact schedules for the upcoming pop-ups:

  • Petaling Jaya, Malaysia (1 Utama Shopping Centre, GF LUXE): Mar. 6 to 29, 2026
  • Singapore (Level 2, Wisma Atria): Mar. 12 to 31, 2026
Poster for the Petaling Jaya pop up
Photo from Instagram/Official BLACKPINK Pop Up
Poster for the Singapore pop up
Photo from Instagram/Official BLACKPINK Pop Up

The merch at the pop-up will be inspired by the mini album’s title track, “GO,” with the other designs taking notes from BLACKPINK’s “DEADLINE” album. Expect items like the group’s newest mini album, T-shirts, travel kits, keyrings, caps, hoodies, light sticks, plushies, bags, and much more!

Plus, some on-site promotions and freebies await fans who come and visit the pop-up! Don’t miss out on your chance to get all the BLACKPINK merch you need!

For more information and updates, follow the Official BLACKPINK Pop-Up on Instagram. Reserve your slot for the pop-up in Singapore here.

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Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter Laufey Returns to Asia This 2026

20260304 laufeyPhoto by Laufey/Instagram

Attention all Lauvers! Head “Lover Girl” Laufey has some exciting news!

Icelandic-Chinese singer-songwriter Laufey has officially announced the Asia leg of her ongoing “A Matter of Time” concert tour, bringing her to nine cities in the region from May to June 2026. The tour is named after her newest album, released in August 2025.

The “A Matter of Time” tour first kicked off on Sept. 15, 2025, which was followed by stops across the United States and Canada. Currently, Laufey is on her European tour, stopping at cities across the continent from February to March 2026.

Laufey’s Asia tour kicks off in Hong Kong on May 12, followed by eight more cities in the region. Here are the dates for Laufey’s “A Matter of Time” concert tour in Asia:

Laufey 'A Matter of Time' Concert Tour in Asia

Official dates poster for Asia and Australia/New Zealand
Photo from Instagram/Laufey
  • Hong Kong, SAR (AsiaWorld – Expo): May 12, 2026
  • Taipei, Taiwan (NTSU Arena): May 15, 2026
  • Singapore (Singapore Indoor Stadium): May 19, 2026
  • Jakarta, Indonesia (Nusantara International Convention Exhibition): May 23, 2026
  • Manila, Philippines (Mall of Asia Arena): May 26 to 27, 2026
  • Bangkok, Thailand (IMPACT Arena): May 31, 2026
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Axiata Arena): June 2, 2026
  • Tokyo, Japan (Tokyo Garden Theater): June 5, 2026
  • Seoul, South Korea (Korean International Exhibition Center): June 7, 2026

In partnership with Laufey, global digital payment leader Visa will be the Official Payment Partner for the upcoming concerts in Asia. All Visa Infinite cardholders and BOC Visa Credit Cardholders will enjoy an exclusive pre-sale on dates prior to the General On Sale dates.

Visit Visa’s website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Laufey in her performances
Photos from Instagram/Laufey

Laufey first visited Asia for her “Bewitched: The Goddess” Tour in 2024, visiting a total of nine cities from May, June, August, and September. Most notably, Laufey performed in the Philippines for a two-day special concert with the Manila Philharmonic Orchestra titled “A Night at the Symphony.”

Known for her romantic and nostalgia-laced storytelling through her songs, Laufey is renowned for her signature mix of jazz influences with classic, contemporary charm. She is best known for her hit singles “From the Start” (2023), “Silver Lining” (2025), and “Lover Girl” (2025).

She is a two-time Grammy Award winner, winning the “Best Traditional Pop Vocal Album” award at the 66th and 68th Annual Grammy Awards for her albums “Bewitched” (2023) and “A Matter of Time” (2025).

For more information and updates, visit Laufey’s website and follow her on Instagram. Visit Live Nation Asia’s website and follow them on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), and Instagram.

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Japanese-American Singer Mitski to Perform in Asia for the First Time

MitskiPhoto by Mitski/Facebook

Japanese-American singer Mitski has announced an upcoming world tour featuring stops in Manila, Bangkok, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur, marking her first-ever series of performances in Asia.

The tour dates were revealed via her social media pages, listing 14 stops across North America, Europe, and Asia. The concert series will feature songs from her forthcoming album, “Nothing’s About to Happen to Me,” which is set to be released on Feb. 27, 2026. The announcement came alongside the release of the album’s lead single, “I’ll Change for You.”

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The tour will begin in New York City on Mar. 2, which will run for six consecutive nights, followed by stops in Mexico City (Mar. 23), Los Angeles (Mar. 30-31, Apr. 2 to 4), Istanbul (May 2), Paris (May 5), Amsterdam (May 6 to 7), Brussels (May 9), London (May 21), and Sydney (May 29 to Jun. 1).

Meanwhile, her Asia series begins in Manila on July 14, followed by four more cities in the region. Here’s where you can catch Mitski later this year:

  • Manila, Philippines: July 14 (SM Mall of Asia Arena)
  • Bangkok, Thailand: July 16 (UOB Live)
  • Jakarta, Indonesia: July 18 (Tennis Indoor Senayan)
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: July 20 (Zepp KL)
  • Singapore: July 21 (The Star Theatre)

You can get first dibs on tickets by joining the worldwide pre-sale on Feb. 11, from 10 AM (venue local time). To gain access, simply register here by Feb. 10 (2 AM PH/SGT, 1 AM ICT/WIB).

Mitski is a singer-songwriter known for her introspective and deeply personal music, with most songs exploring themes of identity, alienation, and the Asian American experience. She self-released her first two albums, “Lush” (2012) and “Retired from Sad, New Career in Business” (2013), and has since followed up with six more compilations, including 2023’s “The Land Is Inhospitable and So Are We,” which carried her first Billboard Hot 100 hit, “My Love Mine All Mine.”

For tour updates, visit the website or follow Mitski on Facebook, X (Formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Instagram.

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BTS Announces Massive World Tour, Visiting Asia From Late 2026 to 2027

20260114 btsPhoto by Facebook/BTS

ARMYs, are your wallets ready for the great war?

Global supergroup BTS has finally revealed the stops for their highly anticipated world tour, taking them across 34 regions around the world from April 2026 to early 2027, with more cities to be announced in the future.

The tour coincides with the release of their upcoming 5th studio album, their first record in four years.

The K-Pop sensation will kick off their tour with a three-night concert at the Goyang Stadium in Goyang, South Korea, which will be followed by Tokyo. The group will be holding stops all over North America, South America, and Europe from May to October 2026, before heading to Asia and Australia.

Here are the cities they will be playing in for the Asia leg of their tour:

BTS World Tour 2026-2027

The world tour poster
Photo from X/BIGHIT MUSIC
  • Kaohsiung, Taiwan: Nov. 19, 21 to 22, 2026
  • Bangkok, Thailand: Dec. 3, 5 to 6, 2026
  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: Dec. 12 to 13, 2026
  • Singapore: Dec. 17, 19 to 20, 22, 2026
  • Jakarta, Indonesia: Dec. 26 to 27, 2026
  • Hong Kong, SAR: Mar. 4, 6 to 7, 2027
  • Manila, Philippines: Mar. 13 to 14, 2027

BTS is a seven-member South Korean boy band composed of Jin, RM, Suga, J-Hope, Jimin, V, and Jungkook. They debuted in 2013 with the single album “2 Cool 4 Skool,” and are most popular for their mega hits “Butter,” “Dynamite,” and “Permission to Dance.” Following their solo projects and military service, the boy group is finally coming back with their 5th studio album on March 20, 2026.

According to BIGHIT MUSIC, BTS’ newest album will have 14 tracks, with the members heavily involved in its production. “The album is packed with honest stories that BTS wants to share with ARMY, who have been waiting for the comeback as a whole group. Filled with music that’s most true to BTS, the album is their heartfelt way of saying thank you to ARMY, who have been there this whole time,” they said.

The album can be pre-ordered starting Jan. 16, 2026, 11 AM KST.

For more updates, follow BTS on FacebookX (Formerly Twitter)TikTok, and Instagram.

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POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore

SKULLPANDA CAGE UNCAGE Singapore 16Photo by The Beat Asia

In a raw and ethereal reflection on self-discovery, Chinese artist and the creator of viral POP MART character SKULLPANDA, Xiong Miao, seamlessly bridges the gap between fine art and pop culture at her new “SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE” immersive exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore (NMS). The showcase officially opens to the public today, Dec. 12, 2025, and will be running until Feb. 22, 2026.

Following the success of NMS’ popular “Play:Date - Unlocking Cabinets of Play” exhibition in 2024, featuring childhood classic toys, games, and large-scale installations, the museum has levelled up in collaboration with POP MART and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB).

The first-ever SKULLPANDA showcase in Singapore, CAGE-UNCAGE is taking the lead in contemporary museum programming to explore the craft and storytelling behind collectible design and culture. Being also the first SKULLPANDA exhibit outside of China, this unique collab also places Singapore on the map as an exciting and must-visit destination for both locals and inbound travelers, POP MART enthusiasts, art and culture lovers, collectors, and everybody in between.

“I'm truly excited and honored to present SKULLPANDA's work outside of China for the first time in Singapore. With its unique charm — balancing tradition with innovation, structure with creativity — it's a truly fitting venue for an exhibition that explores the tension between contrasting ideas and perspectives,” shared Miao.

This flawlessly curated exhibition takes you on an immersive journey through the limitations of self to the eye-opening joy of discovery in finding that you were holding the key to breaking free from these restraints all along. Handcrafted, painted, and featuring large-scale collectibles available for sale by Miao, step through larger-than-life installations that invite you to enter the world of SKULLPANDA.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

Not only is it a beautiful photo op, but almost every CAGE-UNCAGE artwork is also designed to be interactive. This is a particularly poignant part of the exhibition, where in the traditional art world you know to respect but not touch (with reason and for the protection of old great works!), but POP MART and Miao have done the opposite.

From a giant book detailing the life and journey of SKULLPANDA, where you flip through its pages, to scales balancing the weight of their astronaut helmet, to a giant rotating block puzzle, guests are invited to touch and play.

Just like the wave of collectibles (who do you know that doesn’t own a Labubu) that are empowering generations to heal their inner child, POP MART’s unique collaboration with such a prestigious national institution answers the demand for young people to engage with local arts and culture initiatives and brings a new crowd to the museum.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

And this is more than just a fad, as SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE presents art in its true form, an answer to the current times, conveying a powerful message to those who often feel voiceless in a tumultuous world.

As you step onto the front lawn of the NMS, you will encounter a giant SKULLPANDA sculpture reminiscent of Greek and Roman statues guarding temples of their time. Immaculately detailed, front and back, with beautiful lace and cosmic motifs, you are intrigued by the eerie sculpture and excited to explore more. This is not your usual toy/collectibles exhibition.

As you enter the Neo-Palladian building, you notice how its pristine white walls blend seamlessly with the muted and frosty tones of SKULLPANDA’s cosmic world. You are greeted by the beautiful arched ceiling of its rotunda, featuring six unique paintings in each arch depicting the six themes you will travel through in the exhibition: Emotion, Direction, Fortune, Rules, Life, and Exploration, each reminiscent of your personal life journey.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia
POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

CAGE-UNCAGE spans two floors, and upon entering NMS' Stamford Gallery (Level 1), you encounter “The Key,” as you peek through a keyhole mirroring the motif.

You then step into a room, beginning your journey with SKULLPANDA, starting with the theme “Emotion,” projecting the key and keyhole onto the floor and depicting limited-edition SKULLPANDA pieces — some available for sale! This includes a miniature model of the sculpture on NMS’ lawn.

You then step into the next room with “Direction,” where you will encounter a gigantic book of life, filled with transparent hand-painted pages that line up to portray a portrait of SKULLPANDA. You can flip between these pages, symbolizing how you have the power to navigate through your own life. A video display featuring a unique motion graphics art video by Miao is also in the same room. It’s hard to look away as her hand-painted style moves between her signature butterfly motif, birds, and the key and keyhole of CAGE-UNCAGE.

Next, you move to “Fortune,” a frosty room with a crystalline-lined mirror floor reflecting an overhead chandelier and SKULLPANDA frozen in a glass cabinet, two corners cracked and showing the character in a huddled position.

Then, you move through “Rules” and “Life” before re-entering NMS’ grand lobby and heading to the museum’s basement.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

The descent may feel regressive, as if you are falling into further emotional darkness, as SKULLPANDA does hold a dark and mysterious aura. When you enter the museum's expansive Gallery Theatre (Basement Level), a feeling of hope and openness creeps through the cage and key motifs. Now, it’s time for “Exploration.”

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

You then reach the pièce de resistance, “The Room,” and here is where you meet two godly SKULLPANDA sculptures that really make you feel like the smallest atom in the universe. Each celestial statue wears a collar with a keyhole whilst extending a hand holding a key to you, the viewer. The room is lined with mirrors infinitely reflecting yourself, SKULLPANDA, and the indisputable truth that you were holding the key to your freedom all along.

You won’t want to leave the room, but the promise of limited-edition Singapore-exclusive merch will draw you to move along.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Debuts in Singapore
Photo by The Beat Asia

First, you’ll come across an enchanting co-curated Singapore installation which pays homage to the nostalgic national hobby of bird singing. Beautiful birdcages house miniatures of the CAGE-UNCAGE installations, and a video artwork created by Miao takes you on a journey with SKULLPANDA through Singapore’s historic landmarks guided by birds and butterflies.

Lastly, guests will have the opportunity to browse and bring home a limited-edition SKULLPANDA Plush Cage-Uncage Doll, The Compass of Light figurine, and other showcase-exclusive merchandise. After such a long emotional journey, you will likely feel the urge to take home a souvenir and a reminder that you alone have the key to uncage your personal limitations.

POP MART’s SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Exhibition Showcase-exclusive merchandise
Showcase-exclusive merchandise | Courtesy of POP MART

SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE” officially opens to the public at the National Museum of Singapore on Dec. 12, 2025, and will be exhibiting until Feb. 22, 2026. An exclusive SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Singapore gift will be given to the first 4,500 visitors to the showcase, so make sure to book your time slot in advance and opt for an Early All Access Ticket to be one of the first to experience this special exhibition!

Early All Access Tickets from Dec. 12 to 16, 2025, are priced at S$40 for tourist adults, S$32 for tourist concession, and S$22 for locals. Standard All Access Tickets from Dec. 17, 2025 until Feb. 22, 2026 are priced at S$36 for tourist adults, S$28 tourist concession, and S$14 for locals. Tickets can be purchased via the NMS website or Trip.com.

Tickets also include entry to the National Museum’s current exhibitions, “Once Upon a Tide: Singapore's Journey from Settlement to Global City” and “Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time.”

Follow and stay up to date with POP MART’s latest happenings by following them on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Plan your visit to SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE by checking out the National Museum of Singapore’s Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok, and the Singapore Tourism Board on Facebook and Instagram.

Location: National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897

Dates: Dec. 12, 2025 to Feb. 22, 2026

Opening Hours: Daily, from 10 AM to 7 PM

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