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Shutterbugs, this one’s for you. Somerset Film Snaps will be showcasing photographs shot by local photographs at *SCAPE. The event aims to encourage more youths to share photos and to, of course, interest them in film photography. Expect medium format photographs featuring scenes of the Somerset Belt. Other activities include a camera and print market and photography walks and workshops. The photography walks will take young photographers along a guided trail with experts in their chosen mediums. Youths can also learn about film photography at Instant Conversation sessions with local photographers Charles Yee, Samantha, and Coby Travis of The Film Initiative. Local film labs, camera shops and vintage stores like FILEM and Retroanalogue will be at the market at *SCAPE atrium. Stand a chance to win prizes like disposable cameras and a Polaroid Now when you join in the lucky dip at the event.

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Trees of the World 2022

  • Things to do
  • TanglinUntil 2 Jan 2023

Celebrate the festive season at Singapore Botanic Gardens as Trees of the World returns this year. Stroll at the park and watch the trees decorated with pretty lights, adding romance in the air. Find imaginative decorative ornaments on trees, some paying tribute to a cause or an ongoing interest. Walk to the Bandstand and you’ll find the hedge around the Girl on Bicycle sculpture illuminated, creating a warm glow to it. Walk down to the Swan Lake pavilion where it's magically lit up, including the paths at Lawn E.

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comma Arts Festival

  • Things to do
  • Orchard16 Dec 202215 Jan 2023

Take part in curated programmes focused on music, dance, and the arts at comma, a creative arts festival. Music-lovers can also enjoy a music scoring workshop that features members of the industry including Alex Oh and Teo Wei Yong. They will be sharing techniques, strategies and problem-solving skills in music scoring for a variety of media such as short films and advertisements. Participate in a variety of dance programmes taught by South Korean street dance instructor Girin Jang. They can also catch performances and workshops by dance groups K-Pop Dance Off, Roar City Grounds and Lion City Lockers. Another highlight of comma is MOV:MENT, which will feature four dance films from MOV:MENT Lab – a workshop that invites youth filmmakers, choreographers, dance and movement artists to collaborate and create screen-based works. Those interested can register or find more information on the festival programmes through its website.

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Photograph: Delfina Utomo

Celebrate a white Christmas at the heartlands

  • Things to do
  • Festivals
  • Raffles Place16 Dec17 Dec 2022

This Christmas, watch the heartlands transform into a snow-filled winter wonderland! Dance in the snow with your family at Pasir Ris this Dec 16, and Yishun Central and Jurong East this Dec 17. Bring home a free Polaroid photo with Carly, who will be adorably dressed as Santa. You can also redeem a limited edition Heartlands Festival Christmas gift wrapping paper when you share your photo on Instagram and tag @heyheartlands.

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GUERILLA

  • Kids
  • City Hall16 Dec31 Dec 2022

MINT Museum of Toys is pulling out the stops for its first Christmas post-pandemic event. Think shopping, exhibition, museum activities and even F&B experience. The event, titled GUERILLA, focuses on a selection of iconic childhood favourite characters and TV show icons from the 1960s. Take a trip down memory lane by viewing merchandise, toys and collectibles from iconic TV shows including Care Bears, Sesame Street, Peppa Pig, PJ Masks, Rainbow High and L.O.L Surprise. Don’t forget to snap a photo with a larger-than-life plush bear that’s made exclusively for the event. Sip on exclusive cocktails and mocktails inspired by Sesame Street characters, or catch screenings on vintage or present-day films and cartoon animations. Visitors can look out for their favourite genre of shows and reserve a timeslot to catch the screenings.

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Dino Glow

  • Things to do
  • Changi Until 2 Jan 2023

Admire the light-up inspired by the colours and bioluminescence of the world of Avatar at Changi's festive light-up Dino Glow. The 3km trail of lights features illuminated jellyfish, glowing fungi, and sparkly trees. Walk into a tunnel with lighted arches swooping over 3,000 mushrooms and dandelions. You can also experience walking alongside life-sized prehistoric creatures and glowing gingerbread men at the Changi Airport Connect. Hungry? Grab some grub at the food trucks parked outside Terminal 2 – the Halal Food Truck serves up teriyaki chicken and portobello mushroom blue rice burgers while The Goodburger has the black tie truffle aioli plant-based burger.

 

 

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Christmas Wonderland

  • Things to do
  • Marina BayUntil 1 Jan 2023

Be mesmerised by magical light displays at Christmas Wonderland! The biggest Yuletide affair is returning to Gardens by the Bay this December 2 to January 1 2023. Look forward to brand new light displays influenced by various Christmas themes – Jolly Express, Poinsettia Castle and a Gingerbread House – with tons of photo opportunities to light up your feed. Meet Santa, see ‘snowfall’ and have a go on the Venetian double storey carousel. Try your hand at the carnival games and enjoy the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show. There’s also festive shopping and food on offer and daily performances of festive tunes by local artists throughout the event. One of the highlights of the event is the Spalliera. Standing at 21 metres tall, the display is intricately handcrafted by Italian artisans and boasts 103,000 light bulbs. See the Spalliera in all its splendour at St. Nick’s Square within Christmas Wonderland.

For more information about Christmas Wonderland, visit christmaswonderland.sg. 

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The Great Bay Fiesta

  • Things to do
  • Marina BayUntil 1 Jan 2023

Set to take place at the Bayfront Event Space, the Great Bay Fiesta comprises three key segments – a carnival, a circus show and a food festival. Take a nostalgic trip down memory lane with family-friendly rides such as Bumper Cars and Flying Dumbo at the Great World Carnival. Try your hand at classic carnival games including Pyramid Cans, Basketball and Hook a Duck. Next to the carnival is the Great Cirque des Cascades, a brand new circus entertainment show featuring performers from all over the UK. Presented by international circus act Gandey’s Circus, Around The World in 80 Minutes invites you to step inside the Big Top for a breathtaking journey filled with thrills, laughter, and excitement. Indulge in the best of global and local fairground eats here. Try the Thai cuisine from TikTok famous Indy Pancake Cartoon, and an ice cream booth serving all-new Ben and Jerry’s cookie dough peace pop. Wash it all down with a cold beer at the beer garden. 

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Christmas Odyssea at Jewel Changi Airport

  • Things to do
  • Changi Until 2 Jan 2023

It’s an underwater Christmas like no other at Jewel Changi Airport. Part of Changi Festive Village, Jewel is making a splash with Avatar: The Way of Water-inspired activities and installations. Head to Canopy Park and descend into a mysterious marine cave – illuminated by bioluminescent lights, its walls are illuminated by projections of playful sea creatures that respond to your movement. Other stunning attractions include the iconic Jewel Christmas Tree – it towers 16 metres tall – and a special Avatar-inspired light show at the HSBC Rain Vortex. Here’s a tip: keep your eyes peeled for creatures like Ilu and Tulkun prancing about in the waterfall’s spray. 

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Future World: Exploring New Frontiers at the ArtScience Museum

  • Art
  • Marina BayUntil 31 Mar 2023

Immerse yourself in these digital installations at the Marina Bay Sands made by Japan-founded art collective teamLab. View three new installations in the new gallery at Future World at the ArtScience Museum, called Exploring New Frontiers. 

Experience the sensation of flying at this installation – Aerial climbing through a flock of coloured birds. Navigate through a suspended structure of colourful horizontal bars. Each step influences the patterns of light, colour and sound within the space, where projections of flocks of birds are seen dancing and swooping in coordinated flight patterns. In the next installation – Sketch Flight – you get to draw and colour airplanes, hawks, and butterflies on paper, then scan it in and watch it appear across a colourful landscape of city buildings, sakura trees, and rainbows.

For more details on the artworks at Future World, please visit marinabaysands.com/museum/exhibitions/future-world.html.

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A Universal Christmas

  • Things to do
  • SentosaUntil 2 Jan 2023

Celebrate the holidays at Universal Studios Singapore as A Universal Christmas returns to everyone’s favourite theme park. Be dazzled as Santa’s Circus Extravaganza lights up the night at New York and catch the float parade led by Ringmaster Santa Illumination’s Minions, DreamWorks Animation’s characters and more, as they make their way to Santa’s Big Top where a snowfall is waiting at the North Pole. Try out the fun-filled games at the Jolly Game Booths, do some Christmas shopping, or simply indulge with Santa’s Wonderful Treats, including desserts. For more information, visit Resorts World Sentosa.

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Jurassic Nest Food Hall

  • Restaurants
  • Food court
  • Marina Bay

Dine alongside dinosaurs at Gardens by the Bay’s new food hall, Jurassic Nest. This dinosaur-themed food hall brings together hawker brands from across the island, and most of them are recognised by the Michelin Guide. Among them are Bismillah Briyani and Tsuta. Other eateries include Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang and Hawker Chan. Tuck into a hearty plate of briyani or a piping bowl of ramen while surrounded by prehistoric creatures including Tyrannosaurus Rex and Brachiosaurus and lush vegetation. Jurassic Nest is located at Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay.

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Rifle Range Nature Park

  • Attractions
  • Parks and gardens
  • Bukit Panjang

Thinking of building up a sweat this weekend? Hike through the newly-opened Rifle Range Nature Park, which has more than 7km of trails and boardwalks. Check out the Quarry Wetland, a tranquil spot for birdwatching, or head to the Waterhen Hide, where you’ll get to spot wetland species like the kingfishers. Make your way to the Rambai Trail, which leads onto the Gilders Boardwalk. Here, you’ll get an opportunity to view animal crossing features. Keep your eye on the rope bridges and colugo poles overhead, because you might see long-tailed macaques and Sunda colugos dashing across.

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Photograph: Daniel Iskandar

Christmas on a Great Street

  • Things to do
  • Festivals
  • Raffles PlaceUntil 2 Jan 2023

Orchard Road’s iconic festive light-up, Christmas On A Great Street, returns to Singapore this year. The Great Christmas Village will also make a comeback to Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza. Check out the dual-façade giant outdoor projection on the external walls of Mandarin Gallery, where the main projection will face Ngee Ann City, whilst the secondary projection will face the Somerset area, lighting up Orchard Road for all to see. Back by popular demand is the spectacular 10-minute multimedia 3D projection show that takes place each night starting from 1 November, between 7pm - 10pm. Christmas comes Alive with additional AR features too. Visitors will experience a special visual treat via the PopAR Live app by scanning the stars and sparkles on the 27 glass panels lining the pedestrian walkway in front of ION Orchard to Mandarin Gallery. 

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Photograph: Changi Festive Village

Changi Festive Village

  • Things to do
  • Changi Until 2 Jan 2023

Reminiscent of good ol’ amusement parks and a go-karting arena with disco lights, the Changi Festive Village 2022 brings a wide array of activities and experiences that’s not to be missed. Running now to January 2, marvel at Changi’s Jurassic Mile – a 3km dinosaur-themed light-up complete with food trucks. Enjoy a scoop of ice cream, local delights, burgers at the food arena in Terminal 2. Experience the heyday of the 60s’ Tua Seh Kai Great World Amusement Park filled with nostalgic vibes. Get on the dizzying spinning cups, Uncle Ringo games and even a snack zone with retro favourites. The fun continues indoors, with Jewel celebrating an underwater Christmas with a 16-metre Christmas tree taking centre stage at the Shiseido Forest Valley, complete with an exclusive Avatar-themed light show and realistic light projections that will make you feel like you’re in Pandora.

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Sight Through Sound: Ryuichi Sakamoto

  • Things to do
  • Film events
  • Marina BayUntil 1 Jan 2023

The ArtScience Museum presents Sight Through Sound: Ryuichi Sakamoto, a breathtaking film programme that looks back at the Japanese composer’s four decades of sonic evolution. His stirring compositions – spanning musical styles and genres – have brought celebrated and award-winning films to life. These include the iconic Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983), Tony Takitani (2004) and Proxima (2021). Catch these movies at more at ArtScience Cinema to witness the incredible growth and insatiable reinvention of a modern musical genius. 

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Doraemon Exhibition

  • Things to do
  • Exhibitions
  • City HallUntil 5 Feb 2023

Your favourite robo-cat will be calling at the National Museum of Singapore this November. Running this November 5 to February 5, the exhibition will bring together a selection of contemporary artworks that reinterprets Doraemon in our changing world. Come down and view the artworks, which include original drawings from the legendary manga artist Fujiko F Fujio and other 27 Japanese artists and art groups that will showcase Doraemon’s cultural impact in contemporary history. View the artists’ memories of Doraemon and their take on Japan’s beloved icon through paintings, graphics and photography. 

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UNTAME 2022: Spaces to Places

  • Things to do
  • Jurong East

Gear up for the holidays with Science Centre Singapore! Take on thrilling missions with this year’s edition of UNTAME 2022: Spaces to Places. This year's theme explores the idea of active transformation in today’s world. Children, parents and educators can get their hands dirty at the STEAM PlayYard through fun activities like 3D printing your own astronaut, building a mini town and launching your very own rocket. Meanwhile, the Immersive Zone will transport participants into a virtual realm of the animal kingdom.

Take a breather from the adrenaline-filled games and be entertained by a series of live musical performances and film screenings. Feast on a delicious selection of fair favourites and indulge in some retail therapy at our eco-friendly flea market. And for the first time ever, get ready to be enthralled by a special display of the ever-popular Fire Tornado show after hours. For more information on SCS’s UNTAME: Spaces to Places, please visit https://www.science.edu.sg/untame

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Sight Through Sound: Ryuichi Sakamoto

  • Things to do
  • Film events
  • Marina BayUntil 1 Jan 2023

The ArtScience Museum presents Sight Through Sound: Ryuichi Sakamoto, a breathtaking film programme that looks back at the Japanese composer’s four decades of sonic evolution. His stirring compositions – spanning musical styles and genres – have brought celebrated and award-winning films to life. These include the iconic Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence (1983), Tony Takitani (2004) and Proxima (2021). Catch these movies at more at ArtScience Cinema to witness the incredible growth and insatiable reinvention of a modern musical genius. 

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Sentosa Food Fest 2022

  • Things to do
  • SentosaUntil 31 Dec 2022

Eat to your heart's content at Sentosa's first food festival – Sentosa Food Fest 2022. The massive food festival encompasses Sentosa Grillfest, a restaurant trail comprising 12 venues, a food truck fiesta at Palawan Green, and a craft beer jamboree. Sup on grilled meats at the grill festival stretching Beach Plaza and Scentopia, or live it up and restaurants like FOC Sentosa and Bedrock Origin. To accompany your food truck favourites will also be free movie screenings courtesy of Movies by the Beach. And at Southside, look forward to brews by local and international brands alongside cooking workshops and more food-related programmes. 

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Avatar: The Experience at Gardens by the Bay

  • Things to do
  • Marina BayUntil 31 Dec 2022

For all fans out there, good news: Gardens by the Bay has an Avatar-themed event at the Cloud Forest as part of their 10-year anniversary celebrations. Already, the Cloud Forest bears a certain resemblance to fictional world Pandora, a landscape that’s forever filled with lush greenery and majestic waterfalls. When the transformation is completed, there’ll be five different zones, featuring bioluminescent backdrops, ethereal creatures, and plenty of flora and plantlife. Here, it’s a walkthrough event, so it’ll practically feel like you’re strolling through the grounds of Pandora. 

 

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Jurong Bird Park's A Flight to Remember

  • Things to do
  • City Life

Jurong Bird Park, a rite of passage for any young Singaporean, is taking its final flight and receiving its last visitors on January 3 next year. It will be running a slew of activities to celebrate the park’s rich legacy. Take look back at Jurong Bird Park's key milestones through a self-guided Heritage Trail, and discover hidden gems via a staff-curated tour. Later in November, you can look forward to more tours led by seasoned guides, complete with interesting anecdotes about the park’s avian residents, exclusive feeding sessions and avian encounters in African Treetops and Waterfall Aviary.

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Patricia Piccinini: We Are Connected

  • Art
  • Marina BayUntil 29 Jan 2023

A beautifully bizarre exhibition is coming to town. Titled Patricia Piccinini: We Are Connected, the showcase features hyper-realistic sculptures that imagine a world where crossbreeds of animals and humans exist. Australian artist Patricia Piccinini spent the last three decades learning about the relationship between humans and nature, and biotechnology advances. The result? These strange and realistic human-animal hybrids that are made of silicone, fiberglass, resin and other unorthodox materials like human hair on display. Running from August 5 to January 29 2023, tickets are priced at $18 for adults and $14 for children.

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Photograph: Cheryl Sekkappan

  • Shopping
  • Fashion
  • Orchard

Popular fashion label & Other Stories has landed in Singapore, marking the first time they've opened a store in Southeast Asia. The only foray they've made into Asia so far is in South Korea and China. The sister brand of H&M and Cos, & Other Stories stands out for its high-street mix of minimalist pieces and sassy garments from three design ateliers in Stockholm, Paris and Los Angeles. The large, botanical-themed shop at Ion Orchard also offers a pleasant showcase of lifestyle items, including shades, jewellery, and bath products. 

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Sunday brunch buffet with free-flow champagne at Estate

  • Restaurants
  • Eating

Sunday brunch is no casual affair in the house of Estate. Pulling out all the stops, Hilton Orchard’s residential all-day dining restaurant delivers a mouth-watering international spread that satiates all ages. With buffets making their highly anticipated comeback, this grand Sunday champagne brunch ($158) of epic proportions makes for an indulgent afternoon. Word of advice? Wear looser pants cause you’re gonna need them – it is after all Estate’s largest buffet spread yet. Expect a dazzling spread of succulent seafood, including giant tiger prawns, snow crabs, red-hued yabbies, fat scallops and a live oyster station. 32 varietals of artisanal cheeses and cold cuts also make an appearance – and of course, a $30 for free-flow champagne. Got the kids in tow? There's even a kid-friendly zone with magic shows and activities to keep the tots occupied. Book here. 

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St James Power Station

  • Things to do
  • Harbourfront

For the partygoers, St James Power Station is known to be one of the most happening party spots in Singapore until 2018, when the building began undergoing restoration works. The newly furbished building now houses a heritage gallery in one of its distinctive chimneys and a heritage trail that displays maritime artefacts. The heritage trail starts at VivoCity, where you will learn about the history of the Keppel area and St James Power Station. Along the way you’ll get to see a ​​harpoon gun, originally from the Soviet ship that used to dock in Singapore during its expeditions to the Indian Ocean. The heritage gallery has an intricate 3D artwork of the complex system of water, steam and electricity of the original power station. Kids can also enjoy an animated augmented reality video series that combine oral history, interviews and archival film footage to make the past come even more alive.

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Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022

  • Restaurants
  • Eating

​​Seven restaurants in Singapore have placed in Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2022, as recently announced at their awards ceremony. 

For the fifth year running, Odette (#8) has been named The Best Restaurant in Singapore. They also received the Gin Mare Art of Hospitality Award, as a nod towards the team’s warm and professional manner. Other restaurants to look out for include Meta (#20), Les Amis (#23), Zén (#37), Labyrinth (#40), Burnt Ends (#41), and Cloudstreet (#44). Meta had also won the American Express One To Watch Award.

For other accolades brought in by local restaurants, Cloudstreet pastry chef Maira Yeo has brought home the Asia’s Best Pastry Chef Award. She’s best known for her “CCB” – crackly chocolate brownie cookies, which came about while home-baking during the pandemic.

What I do with my family during weekend?

Here's twenty ideas to get you started: Sleep in and have a pyjama day – there's no need to leave the house to spend quality time together. Go for a bike ride together and explore your local surroundings. Visit a park or garden you've never been to before.

Where can I take my toddler SG?

Outdoor Kids Activities in Singapore.
Test your fitness at inflatable water park Hydrodash. ... .
Have a go on the Skyline Luge Sentosa. ... .
Go kayaking with the kids. ... .
Cycle Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park to spot nature. ... .
See dinosaurs over at Jurassic Mile (FREE!) ... .
Check out Lakeside Garden, Jurong (FREE!) ... .
Go crocodile spotting!.

What is something fun you can do with your family?

32 Fun Family Activity Ideas To Do Together As A Family.
PLAY A CARD GAME. Oh card games rock! ... .
VISIT THE BEACH. I love the beach as a family trip. ... .
GO ON A PICNIC. ... .
GO GEOCACHING. ... .
GO TO THE LIBRARY. ... .
HAVE A STAYCATION. ... .
GROW A HERB GARDEN. ... .
EXPLORE A NEW PLAYGROUND..

What can I do with my family for free?

100 Ways to Have Fun with Your Kids for Free or Cheap.
Have a reading marathon..
Write stories together..
Play soccer..
Paint or draw together..
Create a fort in your living room out of blankets or cardboard boxes..
Go on a hike..
Have a sunset picnic at a park or beach..
Play board games..