Happenings this week
We highlight the best our city has to offer and what’s keeping it abuzz. Here are the best things you can do in Singapore this week.
The Nightingale and the Rose (2025) by Woo KukWon. Photo by Tang Contemporary Art
Woo KukWon: Universe’s Universe
When: Now until 30 August 2025
Where: Tang Contemporary Art
Marking an important moment in Woo KukWon’s evolving practice, the Korean artist’s first solo exhibition in Singapore is designed in reference to the cosmic scale of the unknown as well as Woo’s daughter, Universe (우주). There will be 22 new paintings created, each illustrating Universe’s unfiltered perception of the world and offering entry points for emotional recognition without the need for literal understanding. More here.
Pop Air
When: Now until 31 August 2025
Where: Marina Bay Sands
Balloon Museum presents Pop Air, a collective exhibition featuring national and international artists with works surrounding the theme of air. See groundbreaking works come together in a visually stunning and emotionally engaging journey, and experience a new form of sociality through art. Tickets here.
MCM x Amara
When: Now until 31 August 2025
Where: Amara Sanctuary Sentosa
Following a recent event designed for cyber-galactic nomads and their pets, MCM continues its journey with a month-long lifestyle collaboration with Amara. Until 10 August 2025, enjoy a luxurious stay at an MCM Lifestyle Villa, decked out in MCM’s signature home and pet accessories, and until the end of the month, there’s an MCM fragrance-inspired afternoon tea set for two awaiting you. At S$88, it includes a selection of sweets and savouries, a welcome drink, and endless coffee and tea.
Alterpacks joins the Singapore Food Festival
When: Now until 14 September 2025
Where: Various venues
Local start-up Alterpacks, known for their compostable alternatives to single-use plastics , is partnering with vendors at the Singapore Food Festival. Experience what they have to offer at various venues, such as Ocean Financial Centre (Now until 22 August), food trucks at Keppel South Central (23 August to 3 September) and Geneo, Singapore Science Park (8 to 14 September).
Singapore Gallery Month
When: Now until 14 September 2025
Where: Various venues
With the support of over 30 galleries from across town, this year’s Singapore Gallery Month will coincide with SG60, shining light on the stories, voices and visions that have shaped Singapore’s cultural landscape over the decades. Look forward to the works of artists from Singapore and abroad, as well as workshops that range from still-life drawings to calligraphy. There’s also an all-access Patron’s Pass that will equip you with S$500 in art credit, an invitation to the launch party, private art viewings, concierge perks and exclusive experiences.
Aesop and Other Matter
When: Now until 21 September 2025
Where: Aesop ION, Ngee Ann City and Raffles City
It’s been 27 years since Geranium Leaf Body Care range had been launched, and to celebrate that, Aesop is inviting you on a three-part expedition through three different stores. There will be hands-on explorations, bioplastic design installations by pioneering materials studio Other Matter, as well as a stamp to mark your visit. Collect all three stamps and a small token awaits at the end of it.
SG60 Cocktails by the Bay
When: Now until 30 September 2025
Where: Monti
Singapore’s turning 60, and what better way to celebrate than with a drink and a view of the river and cityscape? Over two months, Monti will be offering any three cocktails for s$60 from a lineup of locally inspired drinks, each a recollection of well-loved local flavours like pandan, laksa and gula melaka. Reserve here.
Coming up:
Painting with Light
When: 4 to 14 September 2025
Where: National Gallery Singapore
As the National Gallery’s annual international film festival, the sixth edition of Painting with Light will spotlight filmmakers exploring art, culture and works that address the urgent social issues of their time. Organised across eight sections, there will be over 45 feature-length and short films from Singapore and beyond, the opportunity to engage with the artists and curators, and a dedicated festival lounge for networking over free screenings.
Papermaking collage with Goh Beng Kwan
When: 6 September 2025
Where: STPI Creative Workshop & Gallery
Learn the eclectic art of papermaking collage from Cultural Medallion artist Goh Beng Kwan. At S$100 per pax, this hands-on workshop runs for a good two hours, allowing you to create layered compositions, embed textured materials into wet coloured pulp and form collages of handmade paper and found objects. Participants are also encouraged to bring items from their everyday surroundings to incorporate into the collages. Register here.
Ride in the City
When: 6 to 7 September 2025
Where: Trifecta
After the success of last year’s Ski in the City, Club Med and Trifecta are bringing you Ride in the City, where visitors can enjoy the thrill of mountains and waves in one weekend. Held all day from 9am to 9pm, the event will comprise kid-friendly activities, a snowboarding freestyle competition and a surf showcase. There will also be giveaways as well as ski and surf lessons at an additional cost.
Sacred Echoes: A Celebration of First Nations Australian Artists
When: 18 September to 12 October 2025
Where: Art Works Gallery
Standing firmly at the centre of the global art conversation, a selection of world-class Australian Aboriginal art is being brought to Singapore. To be on display at Art Works Gallery at One Holland Village, the exhibition highlights the remarkable contributions of Aboriginal women and the works of highly acclaimed artists like George Tjungarrayi and Gloria Petyarre.
Pete Davidson
When: 26 September 2025
Where: The Star Theatre
Actor, writer and comedian Pete Davidson, who stars in the recently launched The Pick Up with Eddie Murphy, is making a stop in Singapore as part of his stand-up tour. Happening at The Star Theatre at 7.30pm, with tickets available on Ticketmaster.
Featured photo by Balloon Museum
