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 Politics of Print
When: 23 and 24 January 2026
Where: 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road
Curious about how print has defined contemporary art histories, shaping cultural movements in the process? Head to The Politics of Print at The Print Show & Symposium, where there will be artist roundtables exploring transnational legacies of print as a political form, how memes and NFTs fit into the history of print, and more. Tickets here.
Cé La Vi presents Sven Väth
When: 24 January 2026
Where: Club Lounge
Sven Väth, a legend and visionary innovator of electronic music, is on his way back to Singapore for just one night. Bringing with him over four decades of experience, expect powerful all-vinyl sets that will unfold with precision and raw intensity, matched with Maurizio Schmitz and his psychedelic vinyl-driven sound, shaped at the heart of Germany’s techno movement. Book here.
Art SG
When: 23 to 25 January 2026
Where: Marina Bay Sands
Southeast Asia’s leading global contemporary art fair is back, bringing progressive concepts and curation to the Singapore art landscape. Look forward to a stellar lineup of international and regional art galleries, thought-provoking panel discussions and performances, large-scale installations and for the first time, Southeast Asian contemporary art platform, SEA Focus. Tickets here.
Wan Hai Hotel: Singapore Strait
When: Now until 31 January 2026
Where: The Warehouse Hotel
Presented by Rockbund Art Museum and Art SG, this first-of-its-kind exhibition will transform the lobby of The Warehouse Hotel into an immersive space, combining institutional-level curation with seamless hospitality. The hotel, a restored heritage property on the Singapore River, will feature installations, performances and an exceptional list of artists like John Clang, Dawn Ng and Stephanie Comilang. Admission is free.
The VH Award Exhibition
When: Now until 31 January 2026
Where: Artspace @ Helutrans Gallery 1
The VH Award, brought to you by the Hyundai Motor Group, is presenting its sixth VH Award Exhibition in partnership with the National Arts Council Singapore. Happening at Singapore Art Week, the show will present commissioned works by Wendi Yan, Lêna Bùi, Inhwa Yeom, artist collective Huda x Mungomery, and collaborative duo Tianyi Sun and Fiel Guhit. This will mark the exhibition’s fifth stop, following showings at House of Electronic Arts in Basel, the Ars Electronica Festival in Linz and the like.
Clove celebrates Indonesia’s culinary heritage
When: Now until 1 February 2026
Where: Clove at Swissôtel The Stamford
Clove at Swissôtel The Stamford is kicking off the new year with a celebration of Indonesia’s vibrant culinary heritage, with Swissôtel Jakarta PIK Avenue’s executive sous chef Adi taking over the kitchen. Known for his refined technique and passion for preserving regional cooking traditions, chef Adi’s food can be experienced as a buffet at lunch and dinner, with favourites like Satay Lilit and Crispy Babi Bumbi Bali to look forward to.
Into the Modern
When: Now until 1 March 2026
Where: City Hall Wing, Level 3
Explore the largest French Impressionist exhibition in Southeast Asia, where iconic works by Pierre-August Renoir, Claude Monet and the like will be on display. Developed by the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in collaboration with National Gallery Singapore, this exhibition will highlight the enduring impact of Impressionism through themes of urban life, gender, land and environment. Book here.
Worlds Beyond Reality – Monet’s Legacy II
When: Now until 28 March 2026
Where: Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery
After 35 years of dedication to artists and their creative developments, Kwai Fung Hin, a homegrown art gallery in Hong Kong, will be opening its first overseas outpost at South Beach this 20 January 2026. Its inaugural exhibition, Worlds Beyond Reality – Monet’s Legacy II, will take viewers on a stroll through Monet’s garden in Giverny and the personal gardens of eight artists across generations. Look forward to an 1887 Monet masterpiece, set alongside the works of prominent contemporary artists like Teo Eng Seng, Ziad Dalloul and the like.
Nafasan Bumi ~ An Endless Harvest
When: Now until 31 May 2026
Where: Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
At the third edition of the Singapore Art Museum’s Material Intelligence project—a platform for Southeast Asian artists pushing the boundaries of material practice—Indonesian artists Elia Nurvista and Bagus Pandega highlight the urgent global conversations in contemporary art. In a play of contrasts, the exhibition addresses environmental costs of economic growth, probing the infrastructures of extraction, colonial legacies and climate crisis. More here.
Peacock Power: Beauty and Symbolism Across Cultures
When: Now until 30 August 2026
Where: Peranakan Museum
For a bird with dazzling feathers and a spectacular tail, it’s no wonder the peacock has long symbolised beauty, power and divinity. For centuries, its striking form has captivated artists of various cultures. At the Peranakan Museum, treasures from the National Collection and important lenders explore the bird’s presence in a broad range of artistic disciplines. Through colourful displays and interactive stations, see how it has moved between regions and contexts, and get to know the way artistic traditions evolve through exchange. Tickets start at S$6.
Fear No Power
When: Now until 15 November 2026
Where: National Gallery Singapore
Fear No Power: Women Imagining Otherwise explores the power of art through the perspectives of five trailblazing female artists from Southeast Asia. With the significance of women-centred approaches in shaping contemporary art across the region, this landmark exhibition will feature over 50 works from the 1960s to 2010s, many of which will be shown in Singapore for the first time. More here.
Future World by teamLab
When: Ongoing
Where: ArtScience Museum
Embark on a journey of discovery spanning two immersive realms—City in Nature and Exploring New Frontiers—and allow yourself to immerse yourself in a world of art, science and magic through interactive digital installations. Tickets here.
Upcoming events:
The House of Martell
When: 5 to 12 February 2026
Where: ION Orchard, B4 Indoor Atrium
In celebration of the Year of the Horse, Martell is presenting the L’Or de Jean Martell Zodiac Edition – Assemblage du Cheval. See it in the flesh at an immersive open-house, where The House of Martell will welcome you with gestures of good fortune, just like what one experiences during a Chinese New Year house visit. Look forward to red packets, coupons and personalised couplets done by a local calligrapher.
Meatsmith’s 12th birthday
When: 7 February 2026
Where: Meatsmith
Meatsmith is turning 12 and that calls for a special collaboration with Adam Roberts, Australia’s most awarded pitmaster. At the reservations-only event, look forward to a special menu of bold smoke-driven flavours and low-and-slow wood-fired cooking. Book here.
A special Valentine’s Day at Quenino
When: 13 and 14 February 2026
Where: Quenino
Yes, Valentine’s Day is one of many commercial constructs, but if it means celebrating love over some excellent food, why the hell not. For just two days, Quenino will set the scene for couples with a six-course menu, drawing on Southeast Asian flavours and the childhood cravings of chef de cuisine Sujatha Asokan. At S$260 per person, the menu spotlights the best of the land and sea (Stone Axe M9 wagyu, anybody?), with the option for a wine or sparkling tea pairing. Book here.
OneRepublic returns to Singapore
When: 2 March 2026
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Grammy-nominated pop-rock band OneRepublic is making a return to Singapore with their From Asia, With Love tour. Expect an electrifying night of new material and their biggest hits, such as Counting Stars, Apologise and I Ain’t Worried. Tickets here.
Featured photo by Sonongji
