Pride Month Singapore 2022
When it comes to celebrating Pride Month in Singapore, not many of us know of activities to enjoy — other than attending the annual Pink Dot celebration at Hong Lim Park. But beyond wearing pink tees to channel our inner Plastic and watching the performances, it turns out that the month is actually packed full with fun-filled activities to celebrate love.
From watching live drag shows to learning about kink play, we’ve compiled a list of things you can do to fully embrace the joy of Pride Month.
1. Live drag show — RIOT!
If you’ve never experienced watching a drag show before, now’s the best time to check that off your bucket list. RIOT! will be hosting a series of drag shows every Monday throughout Pride Month titled “A Final Commotion”.
FYI, The Commotion series of drag shows were the only regular live drag shows during the pandemic. This is your last chance to catch their performance, as the series is coming to an end in June.
Price: $36
Date and time: All Mondays in June, 8.30pm to 10.30pm
Address: 6001 Beach Road, #05-00, The Projector at Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589
Booking: Purchase tickets on The Projector’s website
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2. Check out exclusive Pride cocktails and picnic packs — GudSht
Known for their aesthetically chio bottled drinks, GudSht is introducing two new Pride-themed cocktails to kickstart the month on a high note. Named Queer Star and Gender Bender, the cocktails are available at $15 each, packed with sweet and fruity flavours. Don’t miss out on the GudSht Pride Picnic Packs too, inclusive of snacks, drinks and sheet masks — perfect to take with you to Pink Dot.
Fun fact: 10% of all proceeds of GudSht’s Pride Month cocktails will be donated to Oogachaga, a community-based LGBTQ+ organisation in Singapore.
Price: From $15 for the Pride-themed cocktails
Date: 6 to 30 June 2022
Booking: Purchase on Gudsht’s online website
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3. Pasar Pink x Sunday Social pop-up — Pink Fest
As Pink Fest’s signature event, the Pasar Pink x Sunday Social pop-up is not one to be missed. Featuring over 30 local brands, artisans and food vendors, this inclusive social market is the best way you can #SupportLocal while showing your love for the LGBTQIA+ community.
If you’re looking to fill your bellies with good food, a food truck by The Good Burger will also be making its way to the pop-up.
Price: Free
Date and time: 11 June 2022, 11am to 6pm
Address: Sing See Soon, 5 Simei Lan
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4. Pink Fest pole dance trial — Breathe Dance Co.
Pole dancing may seem like an intimidating sport at first glance, but there’s no shame in giving it a shot. For those who are curious to try out the sport, Breathe Dance Co. is offering two exclusive trial classes as part of their annual Pink Dot celebrations.
No prerequisites are required and the trial is open to absolute beginners, so feel free to grab your BFFs for a spinning good time.
Price: $15
Date and time: 11 June 2022, 5pm to 6pmㅣ18 June 2022, 3.30pm to 4.30pm
Address: 18 Cross Street, #B1-114, Cross Street Exchange, Singapore 048423
Booking: Sign up on their online website
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5. LGBTQ+ property workshop — Prident
Unlike straight couples who can easily opt for a BTO, housing continues to be a big issue for LGBTQIA+ couples in Singapore. To counter these insecurities, Prident is hosting an online Zoom workshop to educate queer folks on home ownership and planning with real life case studies.
Head over to Pink Fest’s website to discover more useful workshops by Prident targeted for the LGBTQIA+ community, such as investments and work policies.
Price: Free
Date and time: 16 June 2022, 7.30pm to 9pm
Booking: Sign up on Eventbrite’s website
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6. Pink Fest Run 2022 — MGR Runners
MGR Runners is holding their 4th annual Pink Fest Run, welcoming any individual interested in running regardless of ability, gender or sexual orientation. For those who are interested, two route options are available: 6km and 11km. The event is completely free, so all you have to do is show up and have a good time running while surrounded by positive energy.
Price: Free
Date and time: 18 June 2022, 8am to 10am
Address: 8 Stadium Walk, Water Sports Centre, Singapore 397699
Booking: Fill in the Google Form here
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7. Pink Dot 2022
It’s impossible to miss out on the biggest event of Pride Month — Pink Dot. After two years of holding Pink Dot online due to the pandemic, Pink Dot is finally coming back as a physical event in 2022. Participants can expect to show their support with placards, watch live performances and speeches, and also visit LGBTQIA+ groups at the community tents.
Price: Free
Date and time: 18 June 2022, 3pm to 7pm
Address: Hong Lim Park, New Bridge Road, Singapore 059299
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8. YUM YUM Pink Pride Disco Party — YUM YUM DISCO DONG
Now that night life is back in full swing, YUM YUM DISCO SONG isn’t holding back with their Pink Pride Disco Party this year. Their unique pride dance party pays tribute to the history of queer dance music, so you can dance your night away on the disco floor. Expect DJs, drag queens, and lots of dance moves in this safe space for all types of queer expressions.
Price: $10 for advanced booking, $15 for walk-in
Date and time: 18 June 2022, 10pm to 3am
Address: 50 Cuscaden Road, #02-01, Hard Rock Cafe, HPL House, Singapore 249724
Booking: Fill in the Google Form here
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9. Two Queens Asia Pride Special
Besides basking in the fun of Pink Dot, the afterparty is where things really begin. Fill up your beer mugs at Two Queens Asia Pride Special, featuring a safe space for drag queens and strippers from the community. Head over to Two Queens’ Instagram page for more details on table packages, so you and your besties can party in comfort throughout the night.
Price: $25
Date and time: 18 June 2022, 10.30pm to 3am
Address: 30 Merchant Road, Riverside Point, #04-13, Singapore 058282
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10. Trivia Night quiz — Acid Bar
There’s no denying that weekends are often reserved for fun and chill vibes only. Bask in the ambience of live music while participating in a LGBTQ-themed trivia quiz at Acid Bar. All genders are welcomed and entry is free. The best part? Free shots for all winners. Perhaps this is enough motivation to get you studying more about queer history.
Price: Free
Date and time: 19 June 2022, 7pm to 10pm
Address: 180 Orchard Road, Singapore 238846
Booking: Fill in the Google Form here
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11. Rainbow Family Exhibition — Rainbow Families Project
We’re used to the idea of nuclear families in Singapore, but the Rainbow Family Exhibition wants to go beyond that by normalising queer families too. Comprising of light installations that take the form of a deconstructed closet, participants can snap photos at the exhibition and check out the Intermission Bar, a safe space for queer events.
Price: Free
Date and time: 25 June to 1 July 2022ㅣ4pm to 10.30pm (Mondays to Fridays), 1pm to 10.30pm (Saturdays and Sundays)
Address: 6001 Beach Road, #05-00, The Projector at Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589
12. Meet Your Next: Match – Prout
Ladies who want a change from the standard dating apps can try matching IRL instead with Prout’s Meet Your Next: Match event. Here, you can mingle with other eligible queer women through common interests, conversations and games. Free-flow satay soiree is also included, with vegetarian options available.
Not to worry — there will also be a vetting process to ensure that all participants are legitimate, so there’s no risk of getting catfished here.
Price: From $60 for the Early Bird ticket
Date and time: 25 June 2022, 6pm to 8pm
Booking: Fill in the Google Form here
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13. Rainbow Hustle — Hustle Dance Community Singapore
Fun fact: The Hustle is a social partner dance that grew popular during the Disco era in the 1970s, but it’s still widely popular today due to the thrill of it. Hustle Dance Community Singapore is having their fun Rainbow Hustle workshop during Pride Month — no experience required. Come on your own or with someone to twirl and twist, all while making new friends.
Price: $10
Date and time: 25 June 2022, 8pm to 10pm
Address: 5001 Beach Road, Golden Mile Complex, #04-16, Singapore 199588
Booking: Fill in the Google Form here
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14. Pinki Kiki Ball — Vogue In Progress
Get ready to start sewing your fabulous costumes and compete in various runway categories at the Pinki Kiki Ball 2022. Here, celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and compete with them by strutting down the catwalk. Some categories this year include “Butch Queen In Drag” and “OTA Sex Siren”, so we’re anticipating a wild party for the night.
Price: From $22 for the General Admission Early Bird ticket
Date and time: 25 June 2022, 6.30pm to 2am
Address: 30 Merchant Road, #04-13, Riverside Point, Singapore 058282
Booking: Purchase tickets on Peatix’s website
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15. PINK READS book exchange — Singapore Unbound
Calling all book-lovers: PINK READS is celebrating Pink Dot this year with a unique book exchange. At the event, participants can bring their favourite LGBT-authored book to exchange with someone else, so you’ll have the chance to read a new recommendation and make new friends at the same time.
For those who are eager to share more, feel free to read your own work at the open mic session.
Price: $5
Date and time: 26 June 2022, 7.30pm to 9pm
Address: 168 Tyrwhitt Road, UltraSuperNew
Booking: Sign up on Eventbrite’s website
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16. Intro to kinks workshop — Kinky Minky Club
Let’s admit it — Singapore is a pretty conservative country, especially when it comes to the topic of sex. Kinky Minky Club is here to ensure that there’s no shame when it comes to quelling our sex-related curiousity, especially when it comes to learning more about kinks. Their intro to kinks workshop is open to all genders, expanding your knowledge on kink play, pleasure intimacy, consent and safety.
Each ticket also includes one cold brew tea, one snack and a sensual pleasure kit worth $48.
Price: $55 per pax, $92 for 2 pax
Date and time: 29 June 2022, 7pm to 8.45pm
Address: 8D Dempsey Road, #01-02, Siri House, Singapore 249672
Booking: Purchase tickets on Hedonist’s website
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17. Queer circle yoga and wellness workshop — Unapologetic Yoga
Escape from the hustle of everyday life and sign up for a yoga and wellness workshop at Unapologetic Yoga. The session begins with yoga nidra, aka a guided meditative process, followed by a journaling practice for reflection. To make sure you’re completely immersed in the zen mode, the circle also includes scents, music and teas to help you explore yourself.
As the wellness space is often dominated by binaries, this session is open to all LGBTQIA+ folks and is free from binary language.
Price: $40
Date and time: 30 June 2022, 8.30pm to 9.45pm
Address: 34 Upper Weld Road, #02-01, Klatch, Singapore 207391
Booking: DM @unapologeticyoga on Instagram to sign up
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Celebrate Pride Month In Singapore With These Fun & Exciting Things To Do In June
These Pride Month activities in Singapore are the perfect way to celebrate the month with a bang — all while showing your support for a purpose that matters. With every step, we’re progressing to make Singapore a more inclusive space for love to thrive.
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