And you say there’s nothing to do in Singapore…
The month of April finally greets us, after what feels like an eternity, waiting for March to end. Despite being a short month with one long weekend (Good Friday!), there are loads of things to do and events to check out! Here, we uncovered the best bits to fill up your April.
Unleash Your Inner Kid At This Dinosaur Wonderland
One that will not only excite the little one, Gardens by the Bay will be transforming into a dinosaur wonderland – imagine multicolored LED dinosaurs taking over the Supertree Grove.
Expect activities like a dino egg hunt, DIY fossils workshop and not forgetting some fun-filled carnival rides and games to complete your experience. Make sure you hang around, we heard the famous ‘supertrees’ will light up for a special edition of Garden Rhapsody, Little Mermaid, Pinocchio and of course, Jurassic Park.
There is no age restriction nor entrance fees, so we definitely won’t judge your decision to spend the weekend there instead of sipping your afternoon cuppa at a cafe.
Gardens By The Bay
When: 1st – 2nd April
Time: 9am to 8pm
Brace Yourself For Singapore’s Longest Street Water Slide
If you’re an adrenaline junkie, then this event will be right up your alley.
Imagine sliding down a 95 metre slide on wet vinyl, inflatables. This will be Singapore’s longest street water slide so you can be assured that it’ll be well worth leaving your bed for. It’s a promotional event by Bayer for their new vitamin C drink and there will be a slew of nutrition-inspired activities and interactive game booths.
With free-entry, there is no reason for you not to indulge yourself in some slippery fun – no need to be age conscious! It’s a one day event so we recommend joining in the fun before your realise it’s too late from all the social media postings. Don’t forget to pre-register your slot online because the slots are limited!
Biopolis Way @ One North
When: 2nd April
Time: 9am to 6pm
The Long-Awaited Arrival Of ArtBox Singapore
For those of you avid Bangkok lovers who have been counting down the days Artbox finally arrives in Singapore, just a few more weeks to go!
In case you don’t know, Artbox is essentially a hipster level-up from our usual Pasar Malams. Expect a buzzy market showcasing original ideas and products from over 300 international entrepreneurs and designers. Unlike the famous Chatuchak, everything sold in Artbox is unique, mostly handmade, from quirky lifestyle and home decor products, DIY crafts and vintage knick knacks. And did we mention the super instagrammable food?
Markets are never complete without food, and Artbox Singapore’s will not disappoint. Just like Artbox Bangkok, prepare yourself for a gastronomic journey of cool, trendy snacks and the popular colourful fizzy drinks. There’s also a beer market. All of these housed in giant metal containers complete with fairy light installations and live music performances, perfect for that social media documentation.
Lawn@Marina Bay
When: 14th – 16th and 20th – 23rd April
Time: 3pm to 11pm
Watch A Movie On Beanbags, As A Community
The sprawling, newly-opened, Tampines Hub is the neighbourhood’s newest hangout. The hub houses a bowling alley, rock climbing, laser tag and a wide array of food establishments, but free movie screenings will be the main star for us this April. Free movie screenings will be held at an outdoor cineplex, complete with cushy bean bags and poolside deck chairs. What’s there not to love?
You can bring your own snacks to munch on, but they also give away free kacang putih allowing you to relive the nostalgic memories of what outdoor movie screenings used to be.
Called “Movie Under The Stars”, you can expect epic films from Ben-Hur to Captain America, or you can suggest the movie on their Facebook page beforehand!
Tampines Hub, Festive Plaza
When: Weekday Nights
Time: 8pm onwards
Indulge Your Pet And Feel Good About It
Animal lovers have another reason to look forward to the upcoming Pet Expo 2017 as the event will focus on animal welfare this year. From adoption and donation drives, you can also indulge in retail therapy with over 80 participating brands – all for your furry little ones.
You’d be surprised that even pets have their own “influencers”! Instagram famous pets such as Muffincan, Plato the Frenchie and Eskimoloaf will grace the event. We reckon this will be a sight to behold as you mingle with these fluffy stars and snap countless pictures of them.
It’s the perfect event, and excuse to indulge your pets. The event also features complimentary pet health check ups by licensed veterinarians for all pets, except birds and fishes. There are limited slots, so be sure to sign up online if you plan to go for the consultation.
There’s also a range of fun activities, catered towards both human and animal participants.
Singapore Expo Hall 7
When: 14th – 16th April
Time: 11 am to 8 pm
Fee: $5 per day
Zumba Your Afternoon Away With Singapore’s Skyline
If cardio is not your thing, then give Zumba a chance. Zumba will get your heart racing and pumping with their dance movements that you won’t even notice you’re incorporating cardio into your workout. If you like to dance and want to stay fit, then check out this outdoor Zumba class.
Zumba brings long term benefits while experiencing an absolute blast in one exhilarating hour of caloric-burning, muscle-pumping, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements meant to engage and captivate – so you won’t think of it as exercise.
Gardens By The Bay
When: 8th April
Time: 9am to 8pm
For The Aspiring Entrepreneurs And Those Busy Being A Boss
F*ckup Nights is a global movement sharing stories of failure in business in a candid way, to destigmatise and explore the challenges faced by entrepreneurs and build a solid foundation for innovation. The team at Hub Singapore goes by the motto “We sell courage- not real estate.” They pride themselves in being the only space to bring together people pursuing some kind of purpose- entrepreneurial, social, professional or just someone with an idea.
The community at Hub understands that there’s a lot of press around success, but not enough for all the frustration and chaos leading up to it. So if you have a story to share, or just want to join a community that supports you in your mission, stop by the Hub at Prinsep Street for a night of laughter and genuine exchanges.
The Hub Singapore @ 128 Prinsep Street
When: 5th April
Time: 7pm to 10 pm
Inked Or Not, Admire The Art Of Tattoos
The Singapore Ink Show is the largest gathering of international and local tattoo artists in Singapore. Here, you can really feel the pride of this talented community, as they awe you with the craft of tattooing. Meet the artists and get inked by them, and always “wear your ink with pride”!
During the ink show, guests can attend portrait seminars by artists Nikko Hurtado and Jee Sayalero, among many other talents. The Ink Show website showcases the impressive work of the artists, as well as the lineup for each day. Tickets are going for $28 to $33 and can be purchased here.
Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre
When: 21st – 23rd April
Time: 12pm to 8 pm
Hong Kong Shop Cats Exhibition Opening & Book Launch
Since its release in late 2016, Dutch photographer Marcel Heijnen’s series “Hong Kong Shop Cats” has taken the world by storm. This April, Artistry Cafe will be hosting the first exhibition of this series outside of Hong Kong.During the exhibition, visitors will be able to purchase photo books and limited edition prints, as well as meet the talented photographer behind these adorable shots! Did I mention that admission freis e?
There’s really nothing to lose, so head down to the Kampong Glam heritage district (where Artistry Cafe is located) in mid-April, and don’t forget to try the Chilli Crab Burger and Peanut Butter and Jelly stuffed French toast while you’re there!
If you’d like to see more of Henjinen’s work, check out @chinesewhiskers on Instagram or head to the website!
Artistry @ 17 Jalan Pinang
When: 13th April – 4th June
Time: 7pm to 10 pm
Watch Indie Feature Films As The Sun Sets Behind You
This last one won’t be happening till later this May, but we’ve included it since it the slots are expected to fill up fast. Sunset Cinema offers a completely different experience to an indoor cinema. We encourage you to arrive earlier, so you can enjoy the pre-film ambience and have a bite to eat. Imagine a chill-out vibe, complete with instrumentalists and DJs. The feature film begins at dusk, right after you watch the sunset.
Sunset Cinema @ Tanjong Beach
When: 5th-14th May
Pre-book your tickets here.
