This September, there is no shortage of exciting gigs, festivals and plays to keep you entertained. Read on to find out where and how to bond with your BFFs over an activity and drinking session.
Start the month off by indulging in Singapore’s favourite pastime: food! Food Panda is throwing a huge block party with vendors like The Acai Collective and Chix Hot Chicken. There will be plenty of stalls to cater to your millennial palate, and DJs like DJ Heffny and kiDG will keep the good vibes going all day long.
Date: 1 September
Time: 12pm to 10pm
Address: Amoy Street
Admission: Free
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If you have been planning to upgrade your laptop or get a snazzy new bluetooth speaker, now is your chance. Comex is returning to Suntec City and, as usual, the deals on electronics will be worth fighting the crowds for.
Date: 5 to 8 September 2019
Time: 11am to 9pm
Address: 3 Temasek Boulevard, levels 3, 4 and 6, Suntec City, Singapore 038983
Admission: Free
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If you are a lover of Japanese culture, you will not want to miss this. Over 100 stalls will come together to spark joy with Japanese food and wares. There will be a Pokemon carnival, Pikachu dance parade, Bon Odori dance and more. You can even try on yukatas for that perfect #OOTD.
Date: 7 to 8 September 2019
Time: 12pm to 9pm
Address: 1 Stadium Drive, National Stadium, Singapore 397629
Admission: $8, purchase ticket at the door or on Sports Hub’s website before the event
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View photographic works by migrant workers in Singapore who responded to the theme ‘Life in Singapore’. Twelve winning images were selected by a panel of judges out of 118 submissions.
Date: 5 to 15 September 2019
Time: 12pm to 7pm
Address: 155 Middle Road, Objectifs, Singapore 188977
Admission: Free
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Universal Studios Singapore’s ever-popular Halloween Horror Nights is back to give you a good scare. This year, directors of Thai horror films Shutter and 4bia have designed original haunted houses to make you squeal in fear.
Date: 27 September to 31 October 2019
Time: Varies, schedule available on Halloween Horror Nights website
Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Universal Studios Singapore, Singapore 098269
Admission: $55 to $258, tickets available on Halloween Horror Nights website
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Here is your chance to catch YouTube stars The Try Guys live in Singapore. Keith, Ned, Zach and Eugene will tickle your funny bones with their relatability and sense of humour. Watch how they translate their YouTube content to a live performance for one night only.
Date: 28 September 2019
Time: 8pm
Address: 1 Vista Exchange Green, The Star Performing Arts Centre, Singapore 138617
Admission: $98 to $158, tickets available on SISTIC
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One of Singapore’s most beloved characters, Emily of Emerald Hill comes to life at WILD RICE’s new theatre at Funan. Join actor Ivan Heng as he once again puts on a fabulous wig and makeup to play a Peranakan woman who overcomes the odds to become a matriarch.
Date: 4 to 28 September 2019
Time: 7.30pm (Wednesdays to Fridays), 2.30pm (Saturdays and Sundays), 7.30pm (Saturdays)
Address: 107 North Bridge Road, Funan, Singapore 179105
Admission: $20 to $80, tickets available on SISTIC
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Catch a dramatic portrayal of family affairs during a seven-day wake in Checkpoint Theatre’s new play. The content will surely hit home as it details family struggles, loss and love through funeral rites and Chinese traditions.
Date: 1 to 8 September
Time: 3pm (Saturdays and Sundays), 8pm (Thursdays to Sundays)
Address: 1 Zubir Said Drive, SOTA, Singapore 227968
Admission: $45, tickets available on SISTIC
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Grab a beer and enjoy films focused on ocean life and feel inspired by the beauty of nature. Travel from South Africa to Seychelles as you learn about penguins, sharks and other wildlife through these films. You can also meet the good people at local initiative Coastal Natives who are advocating for our oceans right here in Singapore.
Date: 14 September 2019
Time: 7pm to 9.30pm
Address: The Projector, 6001 Beach Road, #05-00, Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589
Admission: $15, tickets available on its Facebook page
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The first-ever Nordic Film Festival is a curated showing of films from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Forget the tropical heat of Singapore as you indulge in films of various genres.
Date: 6 to 15 September 2019
Time: Varies, check the full schedule on The Projector’s website
Address: The Projector, 6001 Beach Road, #05-00, Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589
Admission: $13.50, tickets available on The Projector’s website
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Enjoy browsing your favourite brands in themed rooms at the Zalora Fashion Festival. DJs Linda Hao and Arabyrd will also be performing. You will get a chance to win prizes from Zalora when you participate in their hashtag challenge.
Date: 7 September 2019
Time: 12pm to 9pm
Address: 120A Prinsep Street, DECK, Singapore 187937
Admission: Free
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The Singapore River Festival 2019 continues at Robertson Quay this month. There will be traditional lantern walkabouts to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival and even a human claw machine where you can claw for prizes.
Date: 14 to 15 September 2019
Time: 3pm to 10pm (14 September), 2pm to 6pm (15 September)
Address: Robertson Quay
Admission: Free
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Come experience one of Singapore’s most vibrant heritage districts—Kampong Glam—as Haji Lane plays host to an open-air party. There will be DJs spinning upbeat music and live bands like the Havana Social Club and Fungkimunkees to keep the party going. The first 200 attendees can redeem a free tequila shot between 6 and 7pm.
Date: 21 September 2019
Time: 5pm
Address: Haji Lane
Admission: Free
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Shop for craft beers, cider and wine for as low as $2 atThirsty Craft Beer Shop’s fifth warehouse sale. There will be 1-for-1 wines and free samplings so it’s time to gather your alcohol-loving friends. Do note that only cash and PayNow will be accepted.
Date: 2 to 7 September 2019
Time: 11am to 8pm
Address: 8 Lorong Bakar Batu, #04-09, Singapore 348743
Admission: Free
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Start collecting plastic bottles because come 15 September, you can swap them for a $0.50 food voucher per bottle at Tiong Bahru market. If you bring a reusable container, you can receive a $1 food voucher as well. It’s a great way to recycle your used plastic bottles and enjoy the delicious range of food at Tiong Bahru market.
Date: 15 September 2019
Time: 8pm to 6pm
Address: 30 Seng Poh Road, Tiong Bahru Market, Singapore 168898
Admission: Free
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Treat your tastebuds to a wide range of craft sakes at Sake Matsuri Singapore 2019. There will be a free-flow of over 200 sakes, including rare ones available in Singapore for the first time. You can also choose to attend a masterclass by sake sommeliers and brewers.
Date: 28 September 2019
Time: 2pm to 8pm
Address: 81 Clemenceau Avenue, UE Square, Singapore 239917
Admission: $35 (before 13 September), $45 (13 to 28 September), tickets available on Sake Matsuri’s website
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Check out cute doggos right in Orchard Road as Causes For Animals holds its Animals’ Day Out. There will be an adoption drive, merchandise booth and mascot photo booth. Learn more about the plight of shelter animals and if you have some cash to spare, donate to keep this animal shelter going.
Date: 8 September 2019
Time: 10am onwards
Address: 321 Orchard Road, Orchard Shopping Centre, Singapore 238866
Admission: Free
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This event addresses the discrimination of the LGBTQ+ community in Singapore. They will cover topics such as “sneaking your partner in at wee hours or introducing them as your best friend at home”. There will be a Speed-Mating cafe where you can connect with your future (non-homophobic) housemate. Ticket price includes dinner, wine and a tote bag.
Date: 19 September 2019
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Address: Found8, 79 Anson Road, #23-01, Singapore 079906
Admission: $10, tickets available on Eventbrite
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This list of events for September 2019 will ensure you will have plenty of things to do in Singapore.
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