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.
IWC. Engineered.
When: Now until 31 October 2025
Where: Ion Orchard, Level 1 Atrium
From now till 31 October 2025, IWC Schaffhausen has set up a pop-up boutique at Ion Orchard’s Level 1 Atrium, bringing its ingenious spirit to life. Those who drop by will find more than just displays of the brand’s latest collections. The real draw, available for the first time in Singapore, is the Maison’s individualisation service for the Portugieser Chronograph. A beloved cornerstone of the brand’s lineup, the Portugieser Chronograph has long charmed collectors with its clean Arabic numerals, feuille hands, and perfectly balanced subdials. Now, through the individualisation service—first introduced in 2023 at the brand’s flagship Dubai and Shanghai boutiques—ardent fans can mix and match several of the watch’s key design elements to build a version that best embodies their sensibilities.
The High Table
When: Now until 31 October 2025
Where: HighHouse
The High Table returns for a second edition with Michelin-starred chef Rishi Naleendra, who will bring nostalgia and reimagined South Asian flavours to the table. Look forward to seven exclusive dishes, including a few cult favourites from his now-defunct Fool wine bar. Make reservations for lunch or dinner here.
Cé La Vi presents Cirque Le Soir
When: 31 October 2025
Where: Club Lounge
This Halloween, one of the world’s wildest nightlife experiences will be making a return to Singapore, bringing its signature mix of bizarre and spectacular to the rooftop at Cé La Vi. Expect a night filled with outrageous theatrics, daring performers and electrifying DJs against the backdrop of the Marina Bay skyline. Book here.
Cé La Vi, it’s Halloween
When: 31 October to 1 November 2025
Where: Cé La Vi
Halloween—yet another reason to party and play dress-up—is happening at Cé La Vi, Singapore’s rooftop dining destination. Pick between a night filled with award-winning dancers and contortionists from London’s Cirque Le Soir, or Yelloween, an extravagant brunch featuring plenty of Veuve Cliquot, mod-Asian cuisine, tarot card reading and more. Tickets here.
Horrors of the Internet
When: 31 October to 1 November 2025
Where: HighHouse and Nova Bar
At Singapore’s top rooftop restaurant and bar, everyone is invited to come dressed as their favourite meme, cursed search result or unhinged TikTok core—whatever it takes to break the Internet. The most “chaotic fit” will be rewarded with S$1,000 cash vouchers, 10 guest lists, one VIP cabana at Nova and one bottle of Don Julio 1942.
House of Dolls
When: 1 November 2025
Where: Atlas
Singapore’s grandest Art Deco bar is transforming itself into a decadent House of Dolls-themed playground. For one night only, from 8pm to 2am, the enchanting Halloween affair will have Hong Kong’s celebrated bartenders (Ezra Star of Mostly Harmless; Chloe Natterer of Call Me Al; Beckaly Franks and J Frank of Artifact) join the Atlas team, shaking up world-class cocktails all night. Guests can also look forward to free-flowing Champagne, live DJs and other surprises to make the night a memorable one. Book here.
Peacock Power: Beauty and Symbolism Across Cultures
When: 31 October 2025 to 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.
A celestial-inspired afternoon by Estée Lauder and Ele Tea
When: Now until 2 November 2025
Where: Christina’s Singapore Duxton
Treat the mind, body and soul with the Estée Lauder Afternoon Tea, a month-long collaboration that unites beauty, wellness and culinary artistry. Happening every Friday to Sunday from 2pm to 5pm, the afternoon tea is priced at S$58 per set for two, inclusive of delicate savouries and sweets inspired by celestial beauty. Each guest will also be entitled to an Ele Tea wellness blend and a complimentary Estée Lauder Night Ritual Deluxe Set. Make your reservations here.
Rolex GMT-Master Exhibition
When: 24 October to 2 November 2025
Where: Paragon Level 1 Main Atrium
Presented by Rolex and Cortina Watch, this exhibition is a must-go for anyone interested in the Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master, the tool watch that accompanied the rise of commercial aviation and globetrotters. Through a series of thematic panels and a short documentary film, visitors are invited to discover the key milestones of the GMT-Master and GMT-Master II, and uncover the stories of famous figures who continue to build on its legendary status in various industries.
The Silky Way
When: 23 October to 5 November 2025
Where: Marina Bay Sands Event Plaza
As the artist’s silk canvas since 1937, the Hermès carrés is always a fascinating piece of artistry that’s rich in colour, imagery and narrative. At The Silky Way, these tales will become a showcase for the visual and literary artistry of Hermès, inviting one and all to dive into the vivid, dreamlike world of stories inspired by its designs. Admission is free. Book here.
REDred 2025
When: Now until 12 November 2025
Where: Leica Store South Beach Quarter
Join in the celebration of commercial photographer Geoff Ang’s new book, Inside the Mind of a Photographer, at REDred 2025, an immersive mixed-media exhibition presented by Leica Camera. Blurring the line between viewer and maker, the art is designed to be touched, moved and reconfigured, encouraging visitors to connect with Ang’s work and leave their own mark—serving as a reminder that art lives not just in what is made, but how it is remade.
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:
Alba White Truffle Charity Auction
When: 9 November 2025
Where: Somma
Join chef Mirko Febbrile of Somma for an exclusive six-course menu, celebrating the Alba white truffle and the finest wines of Piedmont. The main event, however, will be the annual Alba White Truffle Charity Auction, a live international auction featuring this season’s best truffle specimens, rare Italian wines and a selection of exclusive experiences. All proceeds, along with half the dinner’s nett proceeds, will go to SPCA Singapore. Individual seats are going at S$558++ (minimum two persons).
Singapore Writers Festival
When: 7 to 16 November 2025
Where: The Arts House and various locations
In celebration of Singapore’s 60th year of independence, the 28th edition of the Singapore Writers Festival: Shape of Things to Come invites one to dream of an inventive, deeply human world through the transformative power of literature. Look forward to a dynamic lineup that questions the idea of identity, technology and nationhood, and take the chance to hear from international literary heavyweights like R.F. Kuang, the New York Times bestselling author of The Poppy War trilogy. More here.
UBS House of Craft x Dior
When: 21 to 23 November 2025
Where: New Art Museum Singapore
The House of Craft, a global initiative by UBS, celebrates excellence across diverse disciplines—from couture and horology to gastronomy—via a series of events held in the US and Asia throughout the year. Building on the resounding success of its New York premiere in June, UBS House of Craft x Dior is making its way to Singapore, where the New Art Museum Singapore, part of the Whitestone Gallery, will showcase the work of all seven Dior creative directors across eight decades, including newly added archival masterpieces. Admission is free. Read more about the exhibition here.
