Cheryl Sekkappan

The weekend’s here, so it’s time to make the most of it. Lucky for you, there’s something for everyone happening across the island. Soak in the Christmas vibes at Wisma Atria’s Barbie Wonderland installation or learn new photography techniques at Objectif’s Saturdate. Missed the Art Book Fair? Fret not, the Books From Tokyo showcase will fill that void.  Go on a sensorial journey that’ll delight your taste buds with a special two-night-only cross-cultural dining event at Anju Singapore. Meanwhile, wine lovers, you can park yourselves at the annual Wine Fair to sample your next favourite vino. For music heads, get moving as legends Ian Pooley and Ginette Chittick take over the dancefloors for a sweaty night to remember. Plan ahead and schedule your weekend with these events. RECOMMENDED: New openings and attractions in Singapore in 2025 and The 50 best restaurants in Singapore

November has officially kicked into high gear, bringing with it plenty to see and do around town. Art lovers, rejoice ’cause this is your week to thrive – the Affordable Art Fair is back and there are two new exhibitions to check out, including a stunning showcase of French Impressionist greats. Plus, National Gallery Singapore is celebrating its 10th year with a big, art-filled birthday bash. Meanwhile, fitness enthusiasts, it’s time to get your adrenaline going with the return of Singapore Urban Sports + Fitness Festival. Scroll on for the best things to do in Singapore this week.  RECOMMENDED: The 101 best things to do in Singapore and the best free things to do in Singapore    

Say goodbye to October’s spooky thrills because the November is finally here – and it's an arty one. All sorts of creative events take over this month, with blockbuster festivals like Singapore Biennale, Singapore Writers Festival and Southeast Asia's largest French Impressionist exhibition unfolding citywide. There's tons of shopping and tunes too, with Green-House and Boutiques Fair alongside major concerts (Blackpink, Teddy Swims) and more intimate live music events. So much to check out, so little time – get started by scrolling down for all the best stuff to slot in your schedule.   RECOMMENDED: The definitive guide on things to do in Singapore    

Singapore has a reputation as one of the most expensive cities in the world – and it’s a fair accusation. But despite the city’s many high-end offerings, this bustling metropolis is also home to its fair share of affordable places to stay. Whether you’re a Singaporean looking to book an overnight stay in the heart of the city, or a visitor keen to save your holiday money for the hawker markets, it helps to find a good hotel that won’t break the bank. Luckily for you, we’ve got a team of local writers who know the best spots for a budget-friendly break – with bargain hotels ranging from chic, Nordic-inspired guest houses like Lloyds Inn to lively, neon-trimmed apartments like those you’ll find at lyf Funan Singapore. To help you determine which affordable hotel to book for your next visit or staycation, our team of local writers (including Time Out Singapore Editor Cheryl Sekkappan) have tried and tested the city’s best budget hotels to determine which are worth your time. The list has been overseen by Winnie Stubbs, Travel and Hotels Editor APAC and self-confessed hotel obsessive.Read on for our guide to the best cheap hotels in Singapore for a budget-friendly city break. RECOMMENDED:These are the best Singapore attractions to visitThese are the best rooftop bars in SingaporeAnd here’s our pick of the best luxury hotels in the city At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editori

For the past eight years, we’ve made it our mission to scope out the coolest pockets of the world’s greatest cities in order to create our definitive annual ranking. The places where stuff like nightlife, art, culture, and affordable food and drink can be found on every corner and down every backstreet. Where diversity is championed and independent businesses thrive, from old-school boltholes to the newest avant-garde art space. Put simply, the world’s coolest neighbourhoods are places that represent the soul of our cities, while maintaining their own unique local character that draws people in to live, work and play. So, what are the neighbourhoods that fit the bill this year? To find out, we asked our network of writers and editors across a breadth of cities to nominate the vibiest district in their hometown right now. We then ranked every neighbourhood against criteria including culture, community, liveability, nightlife, food and drink, street life and that hard-to-define sense of ‘nowness’.  On our list this year, you’ll find everything from homely, village-like enclaves with tight-knit communities to revitalised city-centre hubs and formerly dormant, industrial areas transformed into creative districts. Many are underrated spots that sit in the shadow of their commercialised counterparts; others have become unexpected culinary hotspots or magnets for the city’s artists, writers and activists. What they all have in common is a DIY spirit – and an unshakeable proclivity f

There’s a chill in the air, and you know what that means – spooky season is here. While Singapore may lack the classic autumn vibes of orange leaves and pumpkins, we more than make up for it with eerie-sistable events and parties that’ll send shivers down your spine. Whether you're dying to flaunt your best costume, boogie with the undead atop Marina Bay Sands, or scream your way through the terrifying haunted houses at Halloween Horror Nights, we’ve rounded up the spookiest happenings in town. Dust off your scariest outfit, throw on your scratchy wig, and brace yourself for fright-filled fun.  RECOMMENDED: The ultimate guide to Halloween in Singapore and the creepiest haunted places in Singapore  

Whether you’re a visitor planning your very first visit to Singapore, or a Singaporean mapping out a special occasion in the city, choosing a hotel in Singapore is an important (and sometimes overwhelming) task. With so many spectacular stays to choose between – from the world-famous Raffles to new boutique stays like 21 Carpenter – it can be challenging to decide which is best for you. To help you determine which hotel to book for your next visit or staycation, our team of local editors (including Time Out Singapore Editor Cheryl Sekkappan, Regional Content Director for Time Out APAC Nicole-Marie Ng and local writer Dewi Nurjuwita) have tried and tested the city’s top-ranking hotels to determine which are worth your time.The list has been overseen by Winnie Stubbs, Travel and Hotels Editor APAC and self-confessed hotel obsessive. Each hotel has been chosen based on amenities, design and proximity to the city’s highlights – with many hotels on the list within walking distance of the best restaurants and bars in Singapore.Read on for our guide to the very best hotels in Singapore right now. RECOMMENDED: The best Singapore attractions to visitThe best rooftop bars in SingaporeAirport hotels in SingaporeThe best luxury hotels in Singapore At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines. While we might not stay in every hotel featured below, we've based our list on to

Grilled meats, salads, flatbreads, spices, hummus, grains and legumes. These are quintessential elements of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. And while it's often hard to distinguish where one ends and the other begins, we can all concur that you can't ever go wrong with either. If you're craving the vibrancy and textures that these cuisines have to offer, here's our guide on where to dine for outstanding Middle Eastern and Mediterranean food in Singapore. RECOMMENDED: The best Peruvian restaurants in Singapore and The best Greek restaurants in Singapore

Tucked between the buzzy lanes of Bugis and the artsy stretch of Bras Basah, Bencoolen is one of those neighbourhoods you might have hurried past on your way to bigger, flashier destinations. But slow down, and you’ll find a fascinating mix: indie art spaces, old school eateries, cool cafés, and shops that speak to the area’s creative streak. Whether you’re here for a culture fix, a caffeine hit, or just to dig into some seriously good comfort food, Bencoolen’s got you.  RECOMMENDED: The ultimate guide to Bugis and The ultimate guide to Kampong Glam

This list is from 2024. Our latest ranking for 2025 is live here. In 2024, what exactly makes a neighbourhood cool? Craft breweries, natty wine bars and street art are well and good, but the world’s best, most exciting and downright fun neighbourhoods are much more than identikit ‘hipster hubs’. They’re places that reflect the very best of their cities – its culture, community spirit, nightlife, food and drink – all condensed in one vibey, walkable district. To create our annual ranking, we went straight to the experts – our global team of on-the-ground writers and editors – and asked them what the coolest neighbourhood in their city is right now, and why. Then we narrowed down the selection and ranked the list using the insight and expertise of Time Out’s global editors, who vetted each neighbourhood against criteria including food, drink, arts, culture, street life, community and one-of-a-kind local flavour. The result? A list that celebrates the most unique and exciting pockets of our cities – and all their quirks. Yes, you’ll find some of those international hallmarks of ‘cool’. But in every neighbourhood on this list there’s something you won’t find anywhere else. Ever been to a photography museum that moonlights as a jazz club? Or a brewery with a library of Russian literature? How about a festival dedicated to fluff? When communities fiercely support and rally around their local businesses, even the most eccentric ideas can become a reality. And that, in our eyes, is

‘Overtourism’. It’s more than a buzzword – in the world’s most popular destinations, it’s a problem that affects almost every aspect of local life, from the environment to the cost of renting, transport and eating out. And when a place is overwhelmed by people, it’s not only locals’ quality of life that suffers; the quality of your trip does, too. But it’s not all bad. Destinations are coming up with ways to redistribute tourism from densely crowded hotspots to lesser-visited regions. Travellers are seeking cooler climes and embracing slow travel, allowing space to discover somewhere new. And they’re still riding the ‘destination dupes’ trend, where overrun holiday destinations are swapped out for less crowded, less expensive, but just-as-good alternatives. On our newly updated list of the world’s most underrated travel destinations, you won’t find your Bangkoks or your Balis, your Amalfis or your Amsterdams. What you will find is the hidden side of Yosemite, the French Riviera’s overlooked twin, a place where penguins outnumber people, and plenty more travel inspo where that came from.Why trust us? Because we’ve been to them all. Every spot on this list was picked by one of our expert editors and globetrotting travel writers, recommended because they offer great (or quiet) alternatives to the classics – and in many cases, because they’re places that actually want tourism. In other words, travelling to any of these 33 criminally overlooked destinations is a win-win situation.

No matter the occasion, gifting a beautiful bouquet to your loved one is always a great idea – you get to choose a design that best suits your recipient, and fresh blooms look (and smell) great when displayed on one’s dining table. To make your gift-giving easier, we’ve rounded up some of the best flower delivery services in Singapore that’ll safely deliver your precious bouquet to your giftee. You won’t even have to leave the house to pick the bouquet. All you have to do is select your posy and cart out.   RECOMMENDED: The most romantic restaurants in Singapore and The most romantic hotels in Singapore

The Singapore Oceanarium bursts onto the scene as a dramatic upgrade of its predecessor, now three times bigger, with 22 immersive zones, life-sized animatronics, interactive exhibits, and digital projections working together to bring the story of the ocean and its habitats to life. There's a clearer narrative now as you journey through the oceanarium, starting with a single drop of water and prehistoric marine creatures, progressing through various ocean habitats to the future of our oceans.  Our top tip: set aside at least three hours to explore the Singapore Oceanarium – even more if you're the sort who likes to read every panel and try every activity. And we certainly lost some time zoning out in front of the 36-metre panel full of sharks, rays, and fish in the Open Ocean zone.  However, if you're short on time, here are our top picks from the Singapore Oceanarium.  Ocean Wonders The second zone in the Singapore Oceanarium is simply mesmerising. The darkened room is filled with sea jelly exhibits – Don't miss the fried egg sea jelly (it looks exactly like what its name suggests) and the graceful Pacific sea nettle. But the mother of them all is the 6.8 metre diameter kriesel tank, one of the world's largest. The moon-like circular panel houses thousands of moon jellies, drifting with a gentle current under ever-changing lights.  Ancient Waters Next is Ancient Waters, a zone dedicated to prehistoric sea creatures. Upon entering the zone, you're immediately greeted by a sus

If you find yourself endlessly scrolling, refreshing, and swiping, it might be time to hit pause. StarHub invites everyone to step away from the screen and Find Their Digital Balance at the StarHub 5G Wellness Festival, happening on September 13 and 14, from 10am to 9pm at Capital Outdoor Plaza.  The journey begins with the Digital BMI (Balanced Media Index) Quiz, a quick and eye-opening check-in on your digital habits. Find out if you’re Digitally Detached, Balanced, Overstimulated, or Burnt Out, and get a personalised digital wellbeing prescription matched to StarHub’s five grounding pillars: Gather, Grow, Ground, Glide, and Glow – which will tell you if it's connection, mental enrichment, physical presence, relaxation, or self-care that you need to feel centred again. Get exactly what you need at the festival, which comes alive with activities designed around these pillars to help you find your balance. Journal mindfully with mindful art and positive journaling coach Steph T, flow through silent disco yoga with The Hush Retreats founder Mandi Cheung, or try your hand at leather crafting with Hides & Thread. Need something more social? Gather with friends over free-flow coconut water and all-day DJ beats, or glide into the chillout zone with oversized board games and old-school fun.  Admission is free, but workshop slots are limited – so sign up early, take the Digital BMI Quiz, and get ready to reconnect with what really matters. Show us your quiz results to redeem a free

POP Mart's iconic Mega Space Molly character is getting her time to shine at ION Art Gallery. Mega Space Molly: Hello, Moon exhibition is a whimsical look into the adorable toy's world of exploration and imagination – and an opportunity for die-hard fans to cop some event-exclusive merch too. Some standouts: a 1000% Hello, Moon figurine complete with a glowing moon orb, and a ball-jointed Molly Hello, Moon 1/8 Action Figure wrapped in a furry spacesuit. There are also lifestyle items like lamps, rugs and multi-functional lanyards, all available for pre-order. Don't forget to check out the Space Molly wall art and archival pieces, featuring beloved series like Smitten Love, Jon Burgerman, and Pantone. Of course, buy a blind box home and keep your fingers crossed for a secret figurine. Besides the blind boxes, look forward to a Singapore-exclusive: a Vanda Miss Joaquim-themed Mega Space Molly doll in honour of our national flower. This goes on sale on July 30 at ION Art Gallery. There's also a special anniversary collection dropping on August 1 at ION Art Gallery called the Mega Space Molly 100% Anniversary Series 4 – take a sneak peek here.  See the Hello, Moon exhibition in other parts of Asia  The MEGA SPACE MOLLY: Hello, Moon Exhibition is free and open to walk-ins at ION Art Gallery on Level 4 of ION Orchard. It runs from July 30 until August 24, from 10am to 9pm daily. This same exhibition will also be running in other parts of Asia – here are the dates and locations

Perhaps the cosiest event happening this weekend is A "House Warming" at Chin Swee Neighbourhood Club. Run by the folks at Common Man Coffee Roasters, the weekend pop-up market returns in its third iteration in collaboration with Of Wonder Wander. The space is styled like a home, complete with a living room and kitchen, and filled with brands and activities that invite you to slow down. Craft a sling bag from repurposed fabrics with beckynrosie, or settle into the community living room with Stranger Conversations for some heartfelt sharing. There'll be delicious bites to fill you up as you go: think old-school buns from Eat My Curry Bun and handcrafted pizzas from Pizza Keenway. Roots, a Bangkok-based café, has also made it all the way down to share their crowd-favourite brews, such as Orange Tonic Cold Brew and Cacao Nibs Cold Brew. If this housewarming inspires you to spruce up your own home, then you're in luck – you can shop tastefully picked, secondhand vintage by objects.re or gorgeous flower arrangements by FIBRE.  A "House Warming" at Chin Swee Neighbourhood Club is taking place at CMCR Barista Academy on August 2 and 3, from 10am to 6pm. Entry is free. 

Bali has always had two distinct draws: the sun-drenched coasts with its buzzing beach clubs and the enchanting forests and rice paddies in its interior. If you’re a diehard beach bum, Anantara Ubud Bali Resort will convince you to spare a few days up north. This five-star resort in a quieter neighbourhood of Ubud is the definition of tranquillity, transporting guests back to “Bali as it was 40 years ago”, as a world-weary traveller might say with no little amount of nostalgia. Anantara Ubud cascades down a hillside facing the lush Payangan rainforest in a design that will remind you of the terraced rice fields that Ubud is so famous for. It all originates from the impressive main building, its massive columns holding up the lobby and four dining venues. Every feature of the place calls attention to the outdoors – slatted folding doors in the lobby frame green, waving fronds; floor-to-ceiling windows wrap around the excellent signature restaurant Amerta; and alfresco bar Sulang Lounge leads out to one of the hotel’s two heated pools, which itself seems to hang suspended over the treetops. On a clear day, you can even see the conical peaks of Mount Agung and Mount Batur from the afternoon tea spot, Lobby Lounge.  The suites are carved stepwise into the hillside, accessible by an inclined elevator. Connected by an intricate network of stairs are the private villas – ours a one-bedroom abode with a private pool. The villa is spacious yet charmingly cosy: a neutral palette of bei

No need for a scuba diving license to enjoy the treasures of the sea at Koral Restaurants. It’s Bali’s first aquarium restaurant, tucked away in the luxurious Apurve Kempinski Bali. Request for a table under the arched plexiglass of the aquarium to make the most of the unusual setting. It gives you front-row seats to the dance of colourful marine life while you tuck into artistic multi-course menus with Indonesian-inspired dishes like wagyu beef with Maranggi sauce and silken tofu with Kintamani tangerine. 

Bouldering – it's like rock climbing, but scarier since you're scaling the wall sans rope. But the sport has found quite the following in Singapore because it's a true challenge for both the mind and body. Strength, technique, and strategy are a must to excel. It's also just a great bonding activity to have with friends and other enthusiasts.  Lovers of the sport now have a playground at Project Send, a swanky facility that's housed on the second floor of Esplanade Mall. Founded by climbers Kenneth Ng and Sarah Chua, Project Send stands out for its holistic approach to the sport – combining bouldering, strength training, and a dining concept at Beta Café.  Let's talk about the space. Project Send occupies over 5,200 square feet of space at The Esplanade Mall comprising more than 70 routes covering 12 climbing grades. The 14 bouldering walls overlook cityscape and riverfront views for times you need a breather from – quite literally – staring at the wall. Bouldering nerds will also be happy to know that the walls themselves were designed by seasoned Swiss climber Patrick Andrey, who has taken into account the unique features of the space to create an enjoyable spatial flow.  Besides a world-class bouldering wall to climb, gym-goers can also look forward to a holistic set of classes. Expect strength training and mobility sessions to help you conquer that gnarly overhang while protecting your muscles and joints. It all depends on your climbing goals, which Project Send's coaches

There's a new bookstore in the heart of town, and it's a haven for lovers of Chinese culture, literature and art. Taking over the space in Wheelock Place where the Borders flagship used to be is the ZALL Bookstore. It stocks more than 30,000 Chinese literary works for adults and children across two storeys, and has a café and art gallery to boot. Enter on the first floor and be greeted by black and white calligraphic elements that immediately whisk you away to the Jiangnan Watertown. Here is where you'll find childrens' literature, as well as a spacious multi-functional reading and event space. Head to the café on this floor for some quiet reading time with a hot cuppa – they have a variety of coffee blends, Chinese Chu tea and Taiwan tea on the menu.  Adults will want to head up the spiral staircase to do some book hunting. Expect a comprehensive collection across literature, humanities, history and philosophy from China and Taiwan. If that's not enough culture for you, there's always the art gallery on the same floor. ZALL Bookstore will be featuring creative pieces from both local and international talent, as well as stationery collections you can shop from. 

Taiwan-born Draft Land Singapore turns one, and it's throwing an anniversary bash for the ages. From October 10 to 13, its inviting one and all down for a celebration featuring great food, lively music, and of course, its drafted cocktails.  You'll want to swing by on October 10 (4pm till late), when 20 cocktails-on-tap will be going for the absurdly good price of $10. Dance to a diverse selection of R&B, hip hop, top 40s, and disco tunes by DJ Chuin as you sip on cocktail favourites like oolong tea collins and yuzu whisky sour, alongside new concoctions like Red & Stormy and Pornstar bellini. Draft Land is known for its Sample Service – so do ask the friendly 'draft tenders' to recommend a few cocktails to try before you commit.  The next two nights are all about the music, with multiple DJs on rotation. DJ Val starts the party at 6pm on October 11 with house, R&B and party anthems; followed by DJ Dyna with an energetic hip hop set. DJ Zack C, a big name credited for driving Singapore's top LGBT clubs in the 2010s, takes over with DJ Chuin from 10pm to midnight. If you're in your Mandopop era, swing by on October 12 instead, where DJ Pin will be soundtracking the night with beloved Mandarin ballads and jazz-influenced tracks. Draft Land has a satisfying menu of Taiwanese delights to go with its tipples, but October 13 brings something a little different. Chooby Pizza is set to pop-up with its Naples-style pizza, characterised by naturally leavened, light and thin crust overl

If you can’t race a car, why not hop around town on a GPSS pub crawl instead? For $50, join Pints and Pitstops on a boozy trip to four top bars around Singapore. At each, you’ll get a locally-inspired cocktail: think alcohol-spiked chendol and ice milo drinks, with the night wrapping at one of Singapore’s hottest nightclubs. Come prepared with your F1 knowledge though – the pub crawl includes race-themed trivia and games, with prizes up for grabs, of course.

The Projector has long been a staunch ally of the LGBTQ+ community. It runs regular queer parties and events, the crown jewel of which is the annual film festival, Pink Screen. With Pride Month just around the corner, The Projector has now opened ticket sales for this year's festival. It presents a tight curation of indie flicks from Singapore and around the world, which collectively spotlight queer inclusion, transgender experiences, and diverse voices from the community.  From May 31 to June 15, catch romantic comedies, noir flicks, and touching dramas on the big screen. A hotly anticipated film is a re-run of Bugis Street (1995), which paints an evocative portrait of queer Singapore in the 1960s. It's told through the eyes of a young cleaner employed at Bugis Street's Sin Sin Hotel – also a regular haunt for transvestites and transgender sex workers. This film was banned in Singapore for a good 20 years – an important reminder of how far we've come and how much there is left to go.  On the roster are Femme (2023), a seductive erotic thriller about a drag queen on a revenge quest after a traumatic homophobic attack; Love Is Strange (2024), a Women Film Critics Circle Award favourite about a married gay couple who lose their New York City apartment after one of them is unjustly fired from their job; and Peafowl (2022), an award-winning Korean drama that follows Shin-myung, whose dreams of winning a waacking dance competition (and the prize money for gender reaffirming surge

Lazarus Island is undoubtedly one of Singapore's most beautiful islands, and is rightfully beloved for its laidback, rustic charm and idyllic shores. The island has seen some development in recent times, with the addition of Tiny Away Escape @ Lazarus Island cabins, a convenience store called Sol by BDC, and the water sports centre Camelot. The latest addition? Into The Woods, a new glamping experience laying claim to Lazarus Island's most beautiful beach.  Founded in 2022 by Ray and Sam, who were inspired by camping trips they had enjoyed overseas with their young children, Into The Woods is all about "experiencing a life unhurried". The idea is to book one of three family tents (sleeps four) or six couple tents (sleeps two), where you can slow down, disconnect from the bustle of city life, and immerse in nature.  What is it like living at Into The Woods? Where the 'glam' part of the vacation comes into play is in these rooms. On a one-night stay with Into The Woods, we checked into a family tent and found a whole lot to love. It's spacious and fully air-conditioned, with a king bed and a sofa bed to accommodate a family of four. Full-length glass sliding doors offers views of the beach – the glass is tinted so you can look out at the waves from the inside while staying shielded from anyone outside who might be looking in (in any case, there are curtains that you can draw for extra privacy). The room has a snack bar stocked with cereals, biscuits, coffee, and tea, a small f

Monet, Renoir, Van Gogh...Impressionist and post-Impressionist works have always resonated with Singaporeans, if the response to the multi-sensory exhibitions Monet Inside, Van Gogh Inside: Love, Vincent, and Joaquin Sorolla: Dancing in the Sunlight are anything to go by. These digital, 360-degree showcases offer a uniquely immersive way to engage with beloved masterpieces – but, in our opinion, nothing beats seeing the original works in person. A new blockbuster exhibition at National Gallery Singapore is your chance to do just that. Into the Modern: Impressionism from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston is Southeast Asia's largest-ever showcase of French Impressionism, featuring over 100 masterpieces by Monet, Renoir, Degas, Cézanne, and more big names of the art movement – straight from the collection of Boston's legendary Museum of Fine Arts.  The show is all shimmering light, bold brushstrokes, and scenes of everyday life that feel as alive and fresh more than a century later. Into the Modern opens on November 14 (Friday) and it's an absolute must-go – here's what to know before you head down.  Photograph: National Gallery Singapore Why is this exhibition such a major event? It's the first time that Boston's world-class collection of Impressionist works has come to Southeast Asia – and the scale is simply staggering. We're talking 25 key artists and 100 artworks, including 17 Monets. The show doesn't just look back, though. It also draws clever connections between 19th-cen

He's witty, he's handsome, he's got great crowd work – and he's more than a little bit controversial. American comedian and actor Matt Rife spent more than a decade working the Los Angeles comedy scene, before shooting to fame with a TikTok-viral video titled "The Lazy Hero". Now, he's selling out shows and running a world tour spanning from New Zealand to Canada – and yes, he's coming to Asia, too. Singapore is Matt Rife's only Asia stop for his ongoing Stay Golden World Tour 2026. The comedian is known for his exceptional crowd work, so we're keeping our fingers crossed for some audience interaction and localised jokes made on the fly. Word of warning: he's stirred some controversy for so-called "edgy" jokes about sensitive topics, so if that doesn't fly with you, then this show is not for you.  If Matt Rife tickles every funny bone in your body, though, then here are all the show and ticketing details you need to know. When is Matt Rife performing in Singapore? He's performing in Singapore for one night only: February 7, 2026. Otherwise, you can catch him in the region beforehand in cities like Perth, Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane.  Where is Matt Rife performing in Singapore? Matt Rife will be juicing up the crowd at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. When do tickets for the Stay Gold World Tour in Singapore go live? There are two presales and one general sale to look out for: Artiste presale: November 12 (Wednesday), 10am Live Nation presale: November 13 (Thursday), 10am Ge

"Dolphins!" The shout ripples across the deck during our post-dive downtime. Within seconds, we're pressed against the rail, watching a mother and calf skim the hull while a larger pod arrows towards a patch of churning sea. Seabirds spiral overhead in a feeding frenzy. It's day four aboard the Mutiara Laut, and as usual, Komodo is showing off. Komodo National Park sits in Indonesia's Lesser Sunda Islands and is fast rising on the global travel radar. Its fame is split between land and sea: the fearsome Komodo dragons and some of the most exhilarating dive sites in the country. It’s quieter than Bali but growing more accessible thanks to new direct flights and a crop of luxury hotels. I've visited Komodo before, drawn to dives like the famous Shotgun, a thrilling drift dive that shoots you through a narrow channel between two islands; Crystal Rock, a superb pinnacle dive teeming with giant schools of fish; and Manta Point – self-explanatory. Like most travellers, I based myself in Labuan Bajo and joined a jam-packed day trip to visit the highlights: Padar Island, Rinca Island, Pink Beach, and manta cleaning stations. Gorgeous, yes – but less enjoyable when you’re packed onto a small boat with 20 strangers and hustled from stop to stop. So when the chance to sail on the Mutiara Laut came up, I didn’t hesitate. Photograph: Mutiara Laut First, what is the Mutiara Laut? Meaning "pearl of the sea" in Bahasa, the Mutiara Laut is a luxury schooner designed with the romance of 19th

If there’s one thing Singapore nails with ease, it’s shopping – especially the indie kind. Our small island is stacked with characterful boutiques and quirky retail gems, each one offering something you didn’t realise you needed until you spot it.  Not sure where to dive in? We’ve done the digging so you don’t have to. Think vintage furniture treasure troves, vinyl dens for serious collectors, independent bookstores for the literature lovers, thrift stores full of surprises, and homegrown fashion labels worth shouting about. Scroll on to explore the full lineup. Aa Furniture Basheer Graphics Books Beyond the Vines Design Store Bynd Artisan Casual Poet Library Grafunkt Grassroots Book Room HonsiePonsie Journey East Knuckles & Notch Loop Garms Objects.re Open Door Store Our Barehands r y e  Ronggeng Records Soilboy Sojao Studio Yono Supermama Swee Lee Clarke Quay Takara House The Bookstore by Books Beyond Borders The Née Vintage Store Vintagewknd Woods in the Books Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Singapore newsletter for more news, travel inspo and activity ideas, straight to your inbox.  TIME OUT RECOMMENDS... Top 50 places for fun things to do in Singapore Top 16 wellness and fitness venues in Singapore Top 51 restaurants in Singapore

Six Hands has always been the spot for those who want their meals to do more than simply “tick the healthy box”. Born from the same team behind the Japanese restaurant Omoté, its Japanese-Australian philosophy leans into balance and flavour: think layered textures, umami for days, and bowls that feel more like a daily ritual than a duty.  Now, Orchard Road gets its own slice of calm with the opening of Six Hands Daily at Paragon. The brand’s third outlet, following its venues at Millenia Walk and Far East Square, is a compact space that clearly carries the brand’s DNA. Here, you'll find a concise menu of six signature bowls, packed with crisp Australian greens, flavourful proteins like nori ranch salmon, and house-made drizzles and crunches, from wasabi ricotta to chilli crunch. In a district where everything moves a mile a minute, Six Hands Daily is a welcome little oasis where you can slow down and genuinely enjoy honest, good food.  As Singapore's wellness scene evolves, Six Hands Daily is shaping our city’s new rhythm – where quick fixes are giving way to more thoughtful and intentional choices. And with more Six Hands Daily locations planned across the city, you can look forward to having their delicious, well-crafted bowls become part of the familiar rhythm of your everyday city life.  Six Hands Daily is now open at 290 Orchard Road, #B1-K25 Paragon, Singapore 238859, daily from 11am to 8.30pm. 

Anyone who claims Singapore is boring just isn’t looking in the right places. Sure, we’re a compact city, but there’s always something new popping up – you just need to know where to poke around. And while iconic spots like Gardens by the Bay absolutely deserve their global fame, we’re just as excited about the smaller, homegrown venues that give the city its real personality. From a street chess collective and plastic recycling studio to sprawling wildlife reserves and shopping meccas in converted schools, these are the standout spots that earned a place on our Time Out Singapore Recommends 2025 list – each one handpicked by our team. 195 Pearl's Hill Terrace Adventures by Asian Detours Aliwal Chess Club Curbside Crafters Cuturi Gallery Fingers Crossed Studio  Gajah Gallery GOFY Haw Par Villa Hay Dairies Heartware Store & Gallery Hidden Heritage Into The Woods @ Lazarus Island Jurong Play Grounds Katong Antique House KF1 Karting Circuit Kiztopia (Marina Square) MINT Museum of Toys Mr. Bucket Chocolaterie Mud Rock Ceramics New Bahru Nonage Gallery Objectifs – Centre for Photography and Film OH! Open House  Orang Laut SG Pangdemonium Plastify Project Blue  Rainforest Wild Asia Retro Kulture Rumah Kim Choo Singapore Oceanarium STPI Creative Workshop and Gallery Tanglin Gin Distillery Tea Chapter The Green Capsule The Intan The Kitten Sanctuary The Sundown Farm & Lounge The Theatre Practice Thow Kwang Pottery Jungle  Tombalek Workshop  Tong Mern Sern TopTable Trifecta Whampoa C

Singapore’s self-care scene has never looked stronger, and we’re fully on board. From squeezing in a pilates session to unknotting those stubborn shoulders or sinking into a soothing thermal soak, carving out time for your own wellbeing really does make a difference. When you’re feeling balanced and taken care of, that inside-out glow follows naturally. So we’ve pulled together our pick of the city’s standout wellness and fitness spots – all Time Out-approved and featured in this year’s Time Out Recommends 2025 lineup. ALLY Aramsa – The Garden Spa BE. Studios Boulder Movement Climb Central Sports Hub Hideaway Ikeda Spa Knotty Strokes MSFIT Gym (Clarke Quay) Nimble/Knead Nowhere Baths SPHERE STRONG Pilates The Ice Bath Club Trapeze Rec Club Vaura Pilates Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out Singapore newsletter for more news, travel inspo and activity ideas, straight to your inbox.  MORE THINGS TO DO IN SINGAPORE Here are 50 places for fun things to do in Singapore, recommended by Time Out Top 28 shops to explore in Singapore Top 51 restaurants in Singapore

Our annual Time Out Recommends lists are out, with more than 200 venues across Things to Do, Restaurants, Shops, Wellness, and more. These represent the very best venues in Singapore, the places that we think deserve a spot in your explore list. Our local writers and editors based the selection on experiences at hundreds of venues throughout 2025 – but that's just us: we also want to know what you think. That's where our Readers' Choice survey comes in. This year, we narrowed down five venues per category and asked readers to choose their favourite spot. Almost 700 of you responded to our call, sharing your recommended attractions, bars, cafés, and more trendy spots in Singapore. From sprawling wildlife reserves in the west to sleek spin and pilates studio downtown, here's where Time Out Singapore readers choose to spend their time and money.  The best venues in Singapore, as recommended by Time Out Singapore readers: Best thing to do: Mandai Wildlife Reserve Best restaurant: Sushi Zushi Best bar: Jigger & Pony Best café: Five Oars Coffee Roasters Best hawker: Tai Wah Pork Noodle Best shop: Beyond the Vines Design Store Best gym or wellness studio: ALLY EXPLORE MORE TIME OUT RECOMMENDS VENUES FOR 2025: The 50 best things to do in Singapore 51 recommended restaurants in Singapore 16 best fitness and wellness venues in Singapore

The Singapore Biennale is back, and this year, the city's the gallery. Opening October 31, the eighth edition of the Biennale goes with the theme, "pure intention", which is all about examining the ways cities like Singapore shift and change over time – whether by chance or design. To do that, it logically takes art beyond the white box of the museum and into familiar, everyday spaces, transforming them into vibrant stages for contemporary art. We're talking shophouses, strata malls, green corridors, and even a former girls' school, all reimagined as portals into new ways of seeing the city. There are more than 100 artworks, projects, and programmes to check out over the next few months. That could get a tad overwhelming, so here's a quick guide to what the Singapore Biennale is all about, some highlight works to check out, and more resources to guide the way.     Photograph: Kei Imazu & Young-jun Tak courtesy of Singapore Biennale What exactly is the Singapore Biennale? Held every two years and organised by the Singapore Art Museum (SAM), the Singapore Biennale brings together local and international artists for a city-wide exhibition. Each edition explores a theme – and this year's is "pure intention", inviting visitors to reflect on how art, ritual, and everyday life shape who we are. This year's biennale happily coincides with Singapore's 60th birthday, which gives more food for thought as you encounter art across diverse sites.  islandwide.   Where does it take place?

Attention paddlers: Sport Singapore (SportSG) is giving the Little India Bus Terminal at Race Course Road an unexpected makeover. The under-utilised portion of the terminal will be retrofitted into eight sleek pickleball courts – set to open in early 2026 and bookable via the MyActiveSG+ app. And yes, you can use your ActiveSG credit to book the courts.  You might be wondering why this spot? The terminal currently sees service only on Sundays, which leaves Monday through Saturday wide open to activate the space for sport. Conversion begins this November and will take about six weeks, covering new flooring, nets, and a full-court layout.  It's a smart move to accommodate Singapore's rapidly growing community. More courts in the city centre means fewer scheduling hurdles and hopefully fewer noise disputes. (Yes, the pop-pop of plastic balls has already stirred chatter around HDB flats and residential zones.) If 2026 seems far off for you, then there are new pickleball courts ready for you to book now: Singapore's largest pickleball facility at Jurong Play Grounds.  READ MORE World Christmas Market 2025: 'Togetherland' lights up Marina Bay with live music, a festive market, and a Candy Cane Lane Wicked: For Good takes over Sentosa with a glittering Emerald City light installation, costume replicas, and more Art on track: 40 of Singapore's MRT stations are getting new public artworks

Hearts broke when Maxi Coffee Bar announced it was closing its café on Ann Siang Hill. But the team behind the beloved space was quick to reassure fans: they were coming back. And well, that time has come – Maxi Coffee Bar is now open on Club Street in a bigger space and with an exciting new food menu.  The crew seem energised as they move around their spacious new digs. The old address was a charming but small spot with just a handful of counter and alfresco seats. At 64 Club Street, there are three generous sections: a foyer where the crew takes orders and makes espresso drinks; a sleek Filter Bar room with a large terrazzo-topped island, surrounded by bar seats and tables; and a breezy outdoor space with the same iconic blue seats from the old venue that’s custom-made from recycled plastic.  Maxi Coffee Bar doesn’t do anything by halves. To match its bigger, new home, it’s also expanded its menu. The savoury menu is divided into two categories: Prompt, for fast and light snacks, and Proper, for filling sandwiches and toasts. The line-up is all about seasonal ingredients, so we do expect items to rotate in and out. At the moment, there are items like Cashew Butter (miso cashew butter and fruit jam on bread, $7.50), Brown Butter and Ricotta (finished with honey and sage on toast, $12), and Tuna Melt (a secret tuna mix, kewpie mayo, and cheddar on toast, $15).  Photograph: Time Out Singapore A chalkboard announces the pastries of the day, which range from key lime pie ($7)

We're closing out October and can already smell Christmas in the air – especially with news about the return of Singapore's biggest year-end market. The World Christmas Market 2025 returns this December as Togetherland, running from December 11 to January 4 at Bayfront Event Space with an exciting Santa sack of activities and events. There'll be lots to explore at Togetherland, which unfolds across nine zones to the theme of "A Christmas Constellation". Each zone is named after one of the Reindeer Hosts, featuring a lively musical, artisanal bazaar, community initiatives, and family attractions.  Photograph: World Christmas Market/Facebook The clear highlight is Dancer's Magical Playground, a commissioned Christmas musical with a line-up of live performances under a canopy of stars. After singing along to cheerful Christmas carols, you can pick up handcrafted Christmas gifts and social-impact creations at Prancer's Star Bazaar. And because Christmas is all about feasting, you can bet on an impressive spread at Togetherland: modern dining and themed cocktails star at Dasher's Festive Feast, while fine cheeses, wine, chocolate and festive bakes await at Comet's Global Market.  Photograph: World Christmas Market/Facebook The very first World Christmas Market had a popular Candy Cane Lane – and we're chuffed to say it's back. Get your cameras ready for illuminated candy cane installations, real Christmas trees, and expanded photo installations. And in the Christmas spirit of