Featured Events in Singapore in December, 2024 (June Updated)

⭐Step Into the World of Claude Monet! Monet Inside invites you on an immersive journey through the life and legacy of Claude Monet, one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. Experience his most iconic works — from Impression, Sunrise to the Water Lilies — come to life through breathtaking floor-to-wall projections, interactive installations, and classical music. Highlights 📽️ Journey through the life of Claude Monet in a new kind of cinematic experience 🎨 Watch iconic paintings come to life through larger-than-life projections 🎵 Unwind in a breathtaking setting where classical music complements art 🗣️ Learn fascinating insights about Monet’s life and artistic vision 📷 Immerse yourself into art through insta-worthy displays 🤩 Enjoy interactive content that recognizes your emotions 👪 An enriching and entertaining experience for visitors of all ages

After a popular exhibition in 15 cities including Sydney, Amsterdam, Berlin, Budapest, Vienna, Warsaw, Seoul, Miami, Seattle, etc., Banksy Art: No Limits is finally coming to Singapore in December 2024! When the topic is street art, there is no way around him: Banksy is probably the most famous and mysterious graffiti artist in the world. Banksy's Art: No Limits showcases more than 200 works of the artist, such as his original art, prints in different materials, photographs, sculptures, etc.

This exhibition offers a new, revealing look at the world-class Portland Collection of art. The museum will be filled to the brim with fascinating art and objects, a giant cabinet of curiosities. There will be silver and tapestry, paintings and jewels; art that has come home after a long loan to a prestigious national gallery, and stunning star items that visitors know and love – such as Michelangelo’s ‘Madonna of Silence’ or the pearl earring worn by Charles I at his execution. A highlight of the display is a Picture Gallery, stacked with Tudor and Jacobean portraits – many of which have never been seen publicly before.

Family, art, and entrepreneurship converge in the story of three visionary Peranakan women from Indonesia – Nyonya Oeij Soen King, her daughter-in-law Nyonya Oeij Kok Sing, and her granddaughter Jane Hendromartono. From the 1890s to 1980s, they produced impressive batiks in the renowned batik centre of Pekalongan on Java’s north coast. This exhibition explores the lives and works of these women, revealing how each became a batik master in her own right, and how they responded to the rapid political, cultural, and economic changes of their times to run a business that produced great art.

Fistful of Colours: Moments of Chinese Cosmopolitanism brings together artworks from the late Qing Dynasty to the present moment to explore the social history of art, with a particular emphasis on the situatedness of Chinese ink works amidst its political milieus. With reference to the concept of Chinese cosmopolitanism as proposed by scholar Pheng Cheah, the exhibition connects the artistic and scholarly advocation embodied by the artists presented, telling a story of the social life between artists and society through both modern and contemporary experiences of the overseas Chinese intellectual and mercantile communities, their pursuits of Chinese modernity, and their collective cultural commitments at the dawn of globalisation.

Singapore's first Studio Ghibli exhibition opens in October, where visitors can meet popular characters from 11 Studio Ghibli films and wander through the fantastical scenes of My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Howl's Moving Castle and Princess Mononoke. The exhibition also features film scene reconstructions, interactive installations and in-exhibit activities, giving visitors a deeper understanding of the characters and stories produced by this leading animation studio. Studio Ghibli was founded in Japan in 1985 by directors Isao Takahata, Hayao Miyazaki and producer Toshio Suzuki. Many of the studio's works have set box office records, won the praise of audiences around the world, and won numerous awards and recognition, leaving their names in the history of film industry. Among them, seven films have been nominated for Academy Awards, including The Heron and the Boy, which won the 96th Academy Award for Best Animated Feature Film in 2024. That same year, Studio Ghibli became the first group in history to receive an honorary Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival, recognizing their work over the past 40 years.

"Symphony of Lights" water curtain light show shows the development process of Singapore, as a city with a multicultural society, from an ordinary seaside town to an international city from multiple perspectives. Progressive layer by layer, exciting.

This Christmas, Snoopy and his Beagle Scout Troop are heading to Wildlife Reserves Singapore on a special mission to celebrate their 50th anniversary! Join the troop for a wild Christmas adventure at Singapore Zoo and Bird Paradise, filled with exciting wildlife-themed activities, and win an exclusive Wildlife Reserves Singapore x Snoopy Scout Troop badge. Dress up in your best adventure outfits and get ready for a truly wild time!

Marina Bay Sands is excited to present the highly anticipated concert, “TWINS SPIRIT,” promising a night of emotive hits and celebration with the iconic Cantopop duo, Charlene Choi and Gillian Chung, collectively known as Twins. This special event celebrates their extraordinary 20-year journey together, and will be a heartfelt tribute to their enduring bond and the countless memories they have made with their fans. With their energetic performances and undeniable charisma, the duo has captivated audiences worldwide, and is set to mesmerize the crowd as they take the stage at Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Their music, a nod to Hong Kong's youthful spirit, is sure to reignite memories of teenage crushes and carefree days of youth. Join Twins at Sands Grand Ballroom on 28 and 29 December for an unforgettable evening filled with timeless hits and cherished memories.

Kim Lim: The Space Between. A Retrospective repositions Singapore-born British artist Kim Lim as a pivotal figure in 20th-century sculpture and printmaking. As part of the first generation of diaspora and immigrant artists who moved to Britain after the Second World War seeking an art education, Lim has often been overlooked. This exhibition at the National Gallery Singapore is an attempt to demonstrate her unique contributions and highlight how she drew upon aesthetic values from material cultures across Asia and Europe to develop her own artistic language. Lim both referenced and resisted the burgeoning Euro-American discourse on Minimalism and abstraction, as well as the narrow cultural labels used to interpret her life and work. Featuring plates of more than 70 selected works, a curatorial introduction and three illustrated essays, this catalogue provides a fresh overview of Lim’s sculptural philosophy and offers new scholarly insights into her intellectual growth, artistic practice and creative relationships.

This year’s concert features a varied repertoire: hear how Christmas music has evolved through the ages, and sing along to your favourite carols. Explore the musical heritage of this festive season and indulge in some early yuletide cheer as we recount the birth of Christ in song. For this year’s advent, the commissioned piece is by Ēriks Ešenvalds and we can't wait to share it with you! Sunday, 1 Dec 2024, 5pm at SOTA Concert Hall $35 (inclusive of booking fee) Approximately 80 minutes (no intermission) IMPORTANT NOTES: 1. Admission for audience aged 6 years and above. No admission for infants-in-arms. 2. Doors open 30 minutes before concert time and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. 3. We welcome all donations that will help fund our activities. If you would like to make a donation, you may do so by clicking on the Tickets button. 4. Please feel free to contact us should you have any issues or enquiries. Information Source: The ACJC Alumni Choir | eventbrite

GLAM ROCK Get ready to rock out at the GLAM ROCK event! Join us for a night of glitter, glam, and good vibes at the Grand Hyatt Singapore. Put on your shiniest outfit and dance the night away to the best rock hits. Information Source: eventbrite

Looking Forward Looking Back: Year-end Art Journalling (No art skills necessary) As we wrap up the year, come join us for a creative and reflective afternoon at Monk's Brew Club as we wrap up the year with some art journalling. Note: You do not need to be an artist or have great art skills to attend this. Art will just be used as a medium of expression and you will be surprised at what it might unlock. Limited to 12 seats only to have an intimate space for sharing. What to expect: We will spend the first hour on relfecting on the year that was, and the next hour on our hopes and intention for 2025. Process will include guided visualization, followed by art-making, and then sharing/journalling. Collage material, watercolours, colour pencils and markers will be provided. The exploration can be deeply reflective and personal and we encourage you to budget some time to continue the process through some journalling after the session is done. You just need to show up, we will bring all the art supplies. If you have some favourite supplies, bring them along! Why you should attend: If you're the kind that likes to pause, reflect on the year that was, and spend some time dreaming and setting your intention for the year ahead, this is JUST the workshop for you. If you've never done something like that before, we urge you to try it - it can be a deeply enriching experience. Workshop hosted by Canvas of Calm, by facilitors experienced in Expressive Arts Therapy. Important: Since this session will be time-sensitive and it is a process that needs to be uninterrupted, it will not be possible to accommodate participants who are more than ten minutes late to the session. Information Source: Canvas of Calm | eventbrite

Experience the ultimate joy at the "闲愉茶馆" 华语相声小剧场 in Singapore, the first-ever tea house dedicated to Chinese crosstalk performances. Located at the exquisite venue of 西京都@Excalibur Centre, this event is perfect for all ages, promising a delightful family bonding experience filled with laughter and happiness. The event is scheduled to take place on December 14, 2024. Immerse yourself in the traditional art of crosstalk while sipping on tea, creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones. With ticket prices ranging from $22.80 to $28.80, don't miss this opportunity to upgrade your entertainment experience in a brand new setting.

Set in the backdrop of a secondary school, 'Those Who Can't, Teach' looks at the madcap lives of teachers and students, which often creates hilarious results. As the teachers struggle daily to 'nurture and groom', the students prefer to hang out and chillax. In the meantime, they all have to deal with the dreaded 'parents'. With trouble-making and facebooking, teaching and politicking, school has never been the same. Join the colourful cast of characters as they struggle to prove that Those Who CAN, Teach. Show Dates: 19 and 20 December Time: 7-9pm Registration opens at 6:15pm Duration: 2 hours with a 15 minute intermission Location: Nanyang Polytechnic, Block A, Theatre for the Art TW: Strong language, Sensitive topics, Mild Violence Written by Haresh Sharma and Adapted by Nanyang Polytechnic For This Staging. Those Who Can't, Teach is originally created by The Necessary Stage. Information Source: NYP StageArts Drama & Theatre Management Team | eventbrite

Important Notice This programme is open to members of the National Library Board, Singapore. Please ensure you have your myLibrary username on hand before proceeding with the registration. If you do not have a myLibrary username, you can create one here: https://account.nlb.gov.sg/. About the programme 'PEREKA KITA | Sesi 3' featuring informative presentations by two of our emerging Malay/Muslim creative photographer and illustrator exploring and expressing their unique ideas through various mediums, along with interactive activities designed to engage participants in meaningful dialogue. PEREKA is a collective of local Malay/Muslim designers and aspires to serve as a catalyst uniting designers from the Malay/Muslim community through meaningful conversations and exchanges. PEREKA aims to provoke introspection on Malay/Muslim identity, values, and aspirations, and hopefully to foster a shared vision for the collective future of Malay/Muslim designers in Singapore. About the speakers Speaker 1: Mr Aniq Harith, Creative Photographer Photographer, Aniq Harith, will be sharing how he spent 3 years dedicating to honing and perfecting his craft in hopes that he could realise his aspirations as a photographer. Speaker 2: Ms Diyana Aqilah, Creative Illustrator Illustrator & Graphic Designer Didi Doo will be sharing how she went from teddy bear doodles and painting fishes on ceramics to her niche of drawing objects, food & spaces. Got a little lost, but she found her path & people with time! Information Source: GoLibrary | National Library Board, Singapore | eventbrite

Public Garden Christmas is an event where independent brands in Asia come together and meet at one place in one weekend. Held in Singapore, participating brands come from cities all around Asia.

Garden Rhapsody is located in Singapore's beautiful coastal garden. Several towering trees are combined with gorgeous lights and music, bringing visitors a grand audio-visual feast.

Get ready for an even more dazzling Wings of Time Fireworks Symphony starting 1 February 2024 at Sentosa! Be mesmerized by a breathtaking display of lasers, 3D projections, water effects, and a fireworks! Follow an enchanting story of time travel set against the stunning night sky. ✨ What’s New? 🔥 4x Longer Fireworks Display – Nearly 200 fireworks soaring up to 40 meters for a breathtaking spectacle! 🌊 Enhanced Multi-Sensory Experience – A mesmerizing combination of 3D projections, water screens, lasers, and more. △The beautiful light and shadow, water dance, and fireworks effects are perfectly integrated, making people unable to take their eyes away and completely immersed in it. △One of the shows not to be missed in Sentosa, the entire sea light show is stunning!

Welcome to the first Close-Up magic show in Singapore. Enjoy an hour of astonishing magic. You will experience an intimate performance, showcasing sleight-of-hand performance and mind stunts. Seating not more than 35 guests, Drawing Room Deception is an exclusive live entertainment attraction in the heart of Singapore. Magic is one of the few art forms one should experience, live, and at a close range.

Teo Eng Seng (b. 1938, Singapore) is an artist whose dynamic, seven-decade career is marked by a playful and evolving approach. Teo transforms everyday materials into vibrant works of art, embedding humour and irony into his socially engaged practice. His creations, full of spontaneous and vivid compositions, reflect his tongue-in-cheek takes on personal and broader social events. Teo’s practice undermines conventional ways of thinking about and making art while staying relevant to local and global issues. By asking “We’re Happy. Are You Happy?” the exhibition invites you to explore Teo’s honest and witty negotiation between self and society.

ILLUMI is a magical, dazzling and extraordinary nighttime adventure where creative and surprising concepts are translated into thousands of otherworldly light structures made from20 million LED bulbs. Cavalia presents a new illumi where most of the universes and light structures are original, never-before-seen creations. ILLUMI offers an epic adventure of imagination for children and adults alike, taking them on a journey through 9 different enchanting worlds. Cutting-edge programming technology, high-definition projections that blur the lines of reality, and animatronic Jurassic creatures that immerse visitors in scenes worthy of Hollywood movies also make illumi an annual not-to-be-missed family event in Singapore. The world’s largest light, sound and multimedia show comes to Singapore for its first international premiere outside of Canada.

Marina Bay Cloud Forest’s newest event – ​​the Orchid Festival! There are over 40 species of Philippine orchids on display, including the Philippine Orchid Queen! as well as Vanda, Dendrobium, and Phalaenopsis. After all, Philippine orchids are some of the most beautiful in the world, and the country is also home to one of the highest numbers of endemic orchid species. Bahay Kubo, a traditional indigenous stilt house, is a symbol of Filipino culture and a symbol of the strong community bonds the country is known for. On display, Bahay Kubo sits among over 40 orchid species, including Vanda, Dendrobium, and Phalaenopsis, the most representative of the beauty of Philippine orchids. Be sure to visit within the first few weeks of opening to enjoy the limited bloom of the Vanda, or Vanda, affectionately known by its admirers as the Philippine Orchid Queen.

The exhibition activates the usually quiet and static Rotunda Library and Archive with text-based compositions, video installations and soundscapes, exploring and creating new narratives around The Substation’s legacy. OPEN END: Resonance, Rereading and Retracing The Substation Archive is presented by National Gallery Singapore, with support from the Platform Project Curatorial Award overseen by the Centre for Contemporary Art, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and The Substation. The exhibition is also co-hosted with The Substation 2024 Anniversary Celebrations. Chong Li-Chuan’s Interstitial Resonance: Experiencing the Archive through sound, inspired by the ambient noise of past Substation events. Urich Lau’s Casting Call (The Substation Read-Through) Rereading: Video works that re-narrate past Substation catalogues. Adrian Tan’s Loose Ends, You Don’t Have to Pick Them Up Retracing: New Narratives Formed from Archival Materials.