What are some new and exciting things to do in Singapore this weekend?
Whether you’re hanging out with your friends, planning a date, or indulging in some well-deserved alone time, we’ve got you covered. From the temporary pop-ups and new art exhibitions to new trending cafes and more, there’s definitely something for everyone. If you’re tourist seeking to bypass the usual tourist attractions this weekend, stay on.
Your weekend plans~
1. Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema
Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema returns to Tanjong Beach starting from 8 May 2025. Set against the backdrop of golden hour and ocean breezes, this open-air cinema experience pairs award-winning films with gourmet food, drinks, and Hendrick’s Gin cocktails.
This weekend’s screenings include Lee, Better Man, We Live in Time.
Check out the movie screening schedule here, with tickets priced at $44.8 per person.
Date: 8-25 May 2025
Location: 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore 098942
Opening hours: From 5.30pm
2. Singapore HeritageFest 2025
This month, look forward to 100 programmes to celebrate the nation’s rich Intangible Cultural Heritage with diverse lineup of workshops, tours, trails, exhibitions and other activities.
Highlights this week include an Incense Appreciation workshop, and a Popiah Making workshop.
Full programme list is available here.
Date: 1-25 May 2025
Location: Across Singapore
3. Mario Kart Stamp Rally
Jewel Changi Airport is transformed into a real-life Rainbow Road, where you can take part in their stamp rally for free to redeem a mystery prize.
This free activity is part of the highly-anticipated return of the of the Nintendo Pop-up Store.
Collectors will be happy to learn that this pop-up in Singapore claims the only spot outside Japan where fans can grab merchandise from beloved games like Super Mario, Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, and more, with over 150 new and exclusive items.
Date: 25 April-24 July 2025
Location: Jewel Changi Airport
Opening hours: 10am-10pm
4. Phantom Of The Opera
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera returns to Singapore in May 2025 with a cast of 37 international performers.
One of the most celebrated musicals of all time, it has won over 70 major theatre awards and captivated 160 million people worldwide. If you haven’t seen it, now’s the perfect chance; watch how the haunting love story unfolds.
Tickets are available via SISTIC from $93 per person.
Date: 9 May-15 June 2025
Location: Sands Theatre, 10 Bayfront Ave, B1-69/70 The Shoppes, Marina bay sands, Singapore 018971
5. Heman Chong exhibition at SAM
Heman Chong: This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness surveys the artist’s conceptual practice from 2003 to the present.
Featuring new and past works, the exhibition explores Chong’s sharp engagement with words, objects, and everyday politics.
Date: 10 May-17 August 2025
Location: 39 Keppel Rd, #01-02, Singapore 089065
Opening hours: 10am-7pm
6. Mother’s Day
Celebrate Mother’s Day this year by pampering Mom with heartfelt gestures and memorable experiences. Treat your mom to breakfast in bed, a spa day, or personalised gifts.
For gifts ideas to gift to your mums, check out our Mother’s Day gift guide.
Date: 11 May 2025
7. Mother’s Day at Cosford Weekend Market
This Mother’s Day, Cosford Container Park is cranking up the celebrations with an unforgettable weekend full of fun and free events.
In addition to a vibrant market and live performances, you can also bond with a Crepe Flower-making Workshop at $10 per person.
Love weekend markets? Check out our ultimate guide here
Location: 30 Cosford Rd, Singapore 499550
Opening hours:
Saturday: 8.30-1am
Sunday: 8.30am-11pm
8. Fernando Zóbel: Order is Essential
Explore the world in abstract with Fernando Zóbel: Order is Essential, the artist’s first solo exhibition in Singapore. Featuring over 200 works, including paintings, drawings, and rare archival pieces, the exhibition takes you through Zóbel’s journey across Boston, Manila, Madrid, and Cuenca.
Date: 9 May-30 November 2025
Location: Singapore Courtyard, Level 2, City Hall Wing, National Gallery Singapore
Opening hours: 10am-7pm
9. From Sketch to Screen
From Sketch to Screen, the biggest anime exhibition this month, returns to Singapore after selling out last year.
Look forward to original sketches and art from iconic animes from the 1980s to 2000s, such as Slam Dunk, Dragon Ball Z, Doraemon, Studio Ghibli classics, and Sailor Moon. Everything is for sale, with a letter of authenticity accompanying each original/original prints.
Free admission, but we recommend registering on Sistic to guarantee a slot in case it gets too crowded!
Date: 25 April-11 May 2025
Location: XM Studios, 809 French Road, Kitchener Complex Level 3, Singapore 200809
10. Sentosa Festive Market
For a crafty weekend, head down to Sentosa Festive Market for their workshops. You can make your own leather bracelets, design your own floral accessories, and even pipe your own decoden photo frames. To sign up for the workshops, use PICKUP10 at checkout to get 10% off your booking!
Psst… it’s the perfect Mother’s Day gift.
Alternatively, shop for thoughtful gifts for your mom, including fresh flower bouquets, artisan jewelry, handmade perfumes, and more.
Date: 3-4 May 2025
Location: Palawan Beach Walk, Singapore 098233
Timing: 4-9pm
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11. 2nd Street Singapore
Japan’s popular thrift retailer 2nd Street has opened its first store in Somerset on 29 April 2025.
Known for its wide selection of pre-loved fashion, from vintage streetwear to luxury brands, the store will offer both buying and selling services. Shoppers can look forward to authentic, high-quality secondhand finds and a sustainable way to refresh their wardrobes, with prices starting from just $5.
Location: 313 Orchard Rd, 313@Somerset, #B1-23-34, Singapore 238895
Opening hours: 11am-10pm
12. European Film Festival 2025
Sick of blockbusters? Look forward to an array of European films this month.
The 34th edition of European Film Festival (EUFF) features 24 films from 24 European countries. To commemorate SG60, you’ll also be able to catch locally-produced films.
This weekends films are as follows:
- 2 May, 8pm: Serena
- 3 May, 5pm: Bambi: L’Histoire D’une Vie Dans Les Bois
- 3 May, 8pm: Smoke, Sauna, Sisterhood
- 4 May, 5pm: Savages
Tickets are available from $12.5.
Date: 23 April-24 May 2025
Location: The Projector, Cineleisure
13. vOilah! France Singapore Festival
Look forward to all things French and Singaporean, with art exhibitions, film screenings, operas, and more starting this week.
Presented by the Embassy of France in Singapore, the vOilah! France Singapore Festival returns from 23 April to 8 June 2025 to commemorate 60 years of diplomatic relations between the two nations.
The full programme list is on their website.
Date: 23 April-8 June 2025
Location: Multiple locations
14. Xita Lao Tai Tai
Be one of the first to try China’s No. 1 charcoal claypot BBQ sensation, Xita Lao Tai Tai, as it makes its Southeast Asia debut at Bugis+ on 1 May 2025.
Famous for smoky, flavour-packed meats and free-flow banchan, it brings the iconic Shenyang clay stove experience to Singapore. Marinated with a variety of over 28 house-made sauces, highlights include the melt-in-your-mouth Xita Fatty Beef Short Plate (from $17.9) and tender Special Marinated Pork Collar ($19.9).
Location: 201 Victoria St, #04-06 Bugis+, Singapore 188067
Opening hours:
Mon-Tue: Closed
Wed-Sun: 12pm-3pm, 5pm-10pm
15. Care Bear x Play Nation
Care Bears fans, get ready as Play Nation brings a fresh wave of childhood nostalgia with the Care Bears: Angel Bears Special Collector’s Edition available exclusively at FairPrice with an exclusive Care Bears Phone Lanyard only at Cheers.
This exclusive collection will be available starting this weekend.
Date: 1 May-4 June 2025
Location: Selected FairPrice, FairPrice Finest, and FairPrice Xtra stores and islandwide Cheers stores
16. Story Keepers: Tales and Traditions
If you’re in the mood for something a little whimsical this weekend, swing by Story Keepers: Tales and Traditions at Whitestone Gallery.
This exhibition brings Japanese folklore to life through the eyes of five contemporary artists, each putting their own spin on age-old tales. Expect a mix of bold, dreamy, and deeply personal works exploring themes like identity, spirituality, and change.
Date: 5 April-18 May 2025
Location: 39 Keppel Road, 05-03/06 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065
17. Wonders of Nature exhibition
Wonders of Nature invites visitors on a journey through five unique worlds, celebrating the beauty of natural environments. This exhibition blends art and technology, featuring AI-generated projections of ancient fish, striking animal sculptures, interactive digital games, immersive playgrounds, and breathtaking paintings.
Held at the newly opened New Art Museum, founded by the team behind Whitestone Gallery, the exhibition offers a mesmerising trail of magical dots, guiding guests through a world where nature and creativity meet.
Date: 5 April-26 July 2025
Location: New Art Museum, 39 Keppel Road, Tanjong Pagar Distripark #05-03/06, Singapore 089065
Timing:
Monday: Closed
Tue-Sun: 11am-7pm
18. Free movie screenings at Sentosa
Catch free movie screenings this month at Sentosa’s Movies by the Beach, held at Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden.
No booking needed. Just sit back under the stars, enjoy the sea breeze, and grab a bite from nearby food trucks.
This weekend’s schedule:
- 10 May: The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian (2008)
- 11 May: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children (2016)
Date: 3-31 May 2025
Location: Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden, 31 Beach View, Singapore 098008
Timing: Movies start at 7pm
19. Miffy’s Garden @ Changi Airport
This is the last weekend o catch the adorable Miffy pop-up at Changi Airport, commemorating its 70th anniversary.
Bounce and slide at Miffy’s Playground, snap photos with Miffy and Friends, and shop for exclusive Miffy merchandise. Redeem adorable Miffy premiums from $4.9 with every $50 spent.
Date: 14 March-12 May 2025
Location: Changi Airport Terminal 3, 60 Airport Blvd., Singapore 819643
20. Step into 8 interactive rooms at Mirror Mirror: Journey Into The Mind
Step into Mirror Mirror: Journey Into the Mind, an immersive exhibition opening 8 March 2025 at ArtScience Museum.
Created by Moment Factory, this experience blends art, technology, and neuroscience to explore memory, perception, and self-awareness. With eight interactive rooms, vibrant visuals, and atmospheric music, visitors of all ages can embark on a unique journey to discover the wonders of the human mind.
Admission starts from $18 per person, available for purchase here.
Date: 8 March-6 July 2025
Location: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974
Opening hours:
Mon-Thu: 10am-7pm
Fri-Sat: 10am-9pm
Sunday: 10am-7pm
21. Uncover Singapore’s hidden secondary forests at Seeing Forest
Seeing Forest, by Robert Zhao Renhu, showcases vibrant ecosystems and unexpected wildlife through videos and sculptures, revealing nature’s resilience in urban landscapes.
Highlights include the expanded Trash Stratum installation and the thought-provoking video The Owl, The Travellers and The Cement Drain. The exhibition is free for locals and Permanent Residents.
Date: 15 January–18 May 2025
Location: Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Level 3, Gallery 3, 39 Keppel Road, Singapore 089065
Opening hours: 10am-7pm
22. Gustav Klimt – Falling in Gold
Immerse yourself in the shimmering world of Gustav Klimt with Falling in Gold, a groundbreaking exhibit where technology and art unite.
Experience Klimt’s iconic masterpieces, such as The Kiss, through 500 square meters of 360° projections, interactive elements, and stunning visual effects. Explore over 7 rooms of immersive journey where you get to become part of Klimt’s artistic evolution.
Do take note that the exhibition is advised for visitors aged above 16 years old. Tickets available here, starts from $23 per person.
Date: 6 December 2024-30 June 2025
Location:4 Stadium Walk, Sports Hub Library, #01-80, Singapore 397697
Opening hours:
Mon-Sat: 10am-8pm
Sunday: Closed
23. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic in Singapore
One of the most highly-anticipated attractions to open in Singapore this year has just opened its doors to the public. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic, a multimedia exhibition, is taking place across a sprawling 40,000 square foot venue within Resorts World Sentosa.
Tickets are priced at $49 for adults and $39 for children, available for purchase on their official website.
Location: Forum B1, Resorts World Sentosa
Opening hours: 11:30am-8:30pm
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