It’s the new year so we summed up the most happening parties in town to usher in 2019. We also curated the most noteworthy concerts, shows and exhibitions to enjoy with your girlfriends in January.
Toy soldiers and a unicorn parade will create insta-worthy opportunities while you roam Singapore’s favourite nightlife hub. 987Fm’s Gerald Koh and Kimberly Wang hosts this countdown with a performance by local musicians Shirlyn & The UnXpected.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 9.00pm onwards
Admission: Free
Address: Clarke Quay, 3 River Valley Rd, S(179024)
Put on your bikinis and enjoy the beach atmosphere at Tanjong Beach Club’s countdown party. The club tends to attract foreigners so it’s a great place to meet Caucasian men as well.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 9.00pm onwards
Admission: Free
Address: 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, S(098942)
If you rather go into the 80s instead of 2019, here’s an option for you. The neon lights, arcade machines and 80s music make this retro-themed bar a wonderful venue for an ironic throwback countdown.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 9.00pm to 4.00am
Admission:
S$32 for early birds, includes one glass of champagne or house pour
S$38 at the door, includes one glass of champagne or house pour
Buy here
Address: 21 Tanjong Pagar Road, #01-05, S(088444)
Welcome 2019 with a bang together with your favourite Bang Bang Mascots. There will be stilt walkers and a balloon drop to keep the party exciting. California DJ, J. Espinosa, will be ushering you into the new year with infectious EDM remixes.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 10.00pm to 6.00am
Admission:
S$35 for early birds, including one drink
S$40 at the door
Details here
Address: 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, S(039594)
The highest rooftop bar in Singapore revels into 2019 with a burlesque theme. Resident sundown DJ Lindo Martinez will spin the hits right into the new year while you enjoy the beautiful people and view from the top.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 6.00pm to 4.00am
Admission:
6pm to 9pm: $50 NETT (inclusive of 1 premium pour and 1 NYE cocktail)
9pm to 12 midnight: $300++ for free-flow premium pours or table reservations only
After 12 midnight: $88 NETT (inclusive of 1 premium pour and 1 glass of Moët Brut)
Details here
Address: 1 Raffles Place, Level 63, S(048616)
For it’s 12th edition, look forward to Asia’s finest DJs as they spin rave music till the sunrise. Welcome the new year with the extravagant sight of fireworks across the beach and best of all, you can wear flip flops.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 6.00pm to 6.00am
Admission: S$68 with a drink, more details here
Address: Siloso Beach, Sentosa, S(098942)
Located on the top of Marina Bay Sands, get a magnificent view of the Marina Bay fireworks from the Infinity Pool area. Put on your shiniest and finest glitter outfits and dazzle your way into 2019 at one of Singapore’s highest points.
Date: 31 December
Event Time: 8.00pm onwards
Admission:
S$138 for early birds, includes one glass of champagne and entry to club lounge only, buy here
At the door, subject to crowd
Address: Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave, S(018956)
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Back by popular demand, the Orchestra of the Music Makers will play soundtrack music from popular movies such as Jaws, Star Trek, X-Men, The Avengers and more.
Date: 11 January
Event Time: 7.30pm
Admission: From S$10, details here
Address: The Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Dr, S(038981)
Learn about alternatives to disposable menstrual products and how to choose one that suits your needs. The registration fee can be used to offset the price of any Live Love Luna product on the day of the event.
Stand a chance to win a gift from the Green Collective as well.
Date: 12 January
Event Time: 3.00pm to 5.00pm
Admission: S$9, buy here
Address: The Green Collective, KINEX mall #01-36, 11 Tanjong Katong Rd, S(436950)
You might find his face familiar because he is the comedian behind the viral video making fun of America’s gun laws. Laugh out loud to one of the most recognisable faces of stand up as he makes fun of celebrities, Donald Trump, world events and sex.
Catch his Netflix special This Is Me Now for a preview of his show and humour.
Date: 22 to 23 January
Event Time: Doors open at 7.00pm
Admission: S$122 and S$142, buy here
Address: Capitol Theatre, 17 Stamford Rd, S(178907)
As part of Singapore Art Week, this night time open house by Gillman Barracks is a fun introduction to art appreciation. Mingle with hipsters, foreigners and the artistically inclined in a relaxing environment of live music and booze. Enjoy the art displayed in the galleries or just enjoy the variety of beer on sale.
Date: 25 January
Event Time: 7.00pm onwards
Admission: Free
Address: Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Rd, S(108937)
Somebody call 9-1-1, shawty fire burning on the dance floor!
Relive Sean Kingston’s hits like ‘Fire Burning’ and ‘Beautiful Girl’ as the chart topper hits town for one night only. We are sure the place will be packed with plenty of beautiful girls (and boys) so pick out your sexiest outfit and enjoy the live music with your girlfriends.
Date: 26 January
Event Time: 10.00pm to 6.00am
Admission: S$45, buy here
Address: Bang Bang, 7 Raffles Boulevard, Marina Square, S(039594)
Enjoy live music and performances as you browse homeware, accessories, crafts and delicious goodies at the community art market.
Date: 27 January
Event Time: 11.00am to 6.00pm
Admission: Free
Address: 8Q, Singapore Art Museum, 8 Queen Street, S(188535)
Watch Singapore’s civic district transform as light installations, open-air markets, and live performances invade our museums for six weeks.
Watch last year’s highlights:
Date: 28 January to 24 February
Event Time: Varies
Admission: Free, details here
Address: National Gallery Singapore, Arts House, Asian Civilisations Museum and more
Marina Bay gets lit once again with the ever popular i Light Singapore. The artistic light installations will deck out the scenic area and create beautiful backdrops for your OOTDs. It includes a holographic projection of a 19th century sailboat that reminds us of the ghost ships from Pirates Of The Caribbean.
Date: 28 January to 24 February
Event Time: 7.30pm to 11.00pm
Admission: Free
Address: Marina Bay area
Enjoy this list of events for all budgets in the coming year!
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