The best things to do in Singapore this weekend (February 13-15)

Calling all the lover boys, girls and romantic people with a soft spot for beautiful, vintage things – Objects.re invites you to find your match at Lover’s Fair. Held over two days, this cosy and intimate market pairs vintage furniture and accessories with a curated mix of handcrafted goods from local indie labels. There are mid-century rugs from Mica Fucasa, secondhand watches from Masa House, and textiles and ceramic gems from MM.Tropics. If you love shopping for eyewear, then expand your collection with Good Guide’s selection of glasses that range from Y2K styles to ’70s-inspired frames. Then, browse through Ube Roots’ lineup of handmade jewellery and unique pieces to up your styling game. Shop for beaded rings, chokers, earrings, and more.

In between the shopping, there will also be a tea tasting session to round things out. Grab yourself a cup and explore new flavours from Teasan Studio, who will be pouring non-caffeinated brews all afternoon.

Forget a flight ticket to Seoul – popular South Korean fast-food chain Lotteria has finally arrived in Singapore, and it has set up its first-ever local joint at Jewel Changi Airport. The 60-seat store is located in Basement 1, with a view of the airport shopping mall’s iconic Rain Vortex, offering customers an ultimate dining experience. On the menu are the fast food restaurant’s signature meals. This includes a range of Korean-style burgers, such as Ria’s Bulgogi Burger, Shrimp Burger and the Mozzarella Burger Tomato Basil, alongside standard side orders like cheese sticks, fries and nuggets. The Singapore outlet also offers an exclusive menu item: the Kimchi Bulgogi Burger, with a juicy beef patty smothered in bulgogi sauce and topped with kimchi.

We rate everything we ate at Lotteria – check it out here.

Whether you’re planning to spruce up your place with new finds or just looking to fill a spot in your home in time for your Chinese New Year hosting, Weekend Selections has got your back. Held over two days at the Corner Corner store, it’s an intimate homeware market curated by the folks at Alpha Beta Case and Dry Spell Garden. Discover unique treasures of all kinds – there are handcrafted home decor pieces, delicate ceramics collection, interesting potted plants, Japanese folk toys, tools, merchandise and more. Supporting the lineup are Christy and Ker Yu from Mestle Portar, who will provide a jazzy and psychedelic soundtrack for the afternoon. And if you’re a music collector, you’re in luck, because a selection of vinyl from their personal library will be up for sale, too.

It’s a BYOB event, so make sure to bring along your own shopping bags if you’re thinking of doing some damage.

Get ready for a delightful evening of cross-cultural exchanges, craft and creativity as Nutmeg & Clove and the Last Word play host to some of India’s most exciting bartending talents. Taking over the shifts at Last Word are Uttkarsh and Pankaj of Quinta Cantina, who are shaking up drinks inspired by their vibrant Goa culture, injecting flavours from the coastal city into their concoctions. Sharing the bar with them is Avinash from Bangalore’s intimate izakaya-style bar Soka, who will bring his technique-driven approach to cocktails.

Over at Nutmeg & Clove, pick your poison from either Rahul, who tends the bar at New Delhi’s AABBCC, or Paradox’s Ankush from Mumbai. The former offers drinks that strike a balance between playful and polished, while the latter’s beverage menu is known for its experimental and boundary-pushing concepts.

Scrambling for some last-minute V-day ideas or presents? As your certified Cupid, we’ve got you. Ditch the predictable bouquet and get buildable blooms from Lego Botanicals instead. Because who doesn’t love receiving flowers that will last you forever and won’t wilt away a week after the celebrations?

Open from Friday to Sunday until February 15, the Bloom Bar pop-up at Raffles City offers a curated variety of Lego Botanical sets. Choose from classic red roses, pink roses, tulips and other floral arrangements. For a more personal gift, drop by the activity corner, where you can build a rose stalk that you can give to someone you love (or yourself). Once you’re done, head over to the Blooming Photo Moment truck nearby to snap some Instaworthy pics. You’ll want to keep an eye out for the Bloom Squad Guys, too, as they’ll be handing out real roses and shopping vouchers. The trick to getting these freebies? You’ll need to wish them a ‘Happy Valentine’s Day’.

Indie cinema is so back. Rising from the ashes of The Projector is Filmhouse, a brand-new cinema led by familiar faces from The Projector’s former core team. This week, it officially opens with several award season titles and cult-favourites under the theme, ‘Found Families’. This includes the Brendan Fraser dramedy Rental Family, the Norwegian film Sentimental Value, and the Golden Globes Best Picture winner Hamnet. Returning to the screens are also old-school gems like 2005’s Linda, Linda, Linda, 2006’s Little Miss Sunshine and Park Chan-wook’s 2009 Korean horror, Thirst.

Tickets can be bought online or in person at the box office. Students and seniors get to enjoy concession prices on films screened on weekdays before 6pm. For updates on new film screenings, events and more, be sure to check out its website.

Once a trading port and now a commercial hub, the CBD isn’t just a workspace – it’s a district with plenty of forgotten stories, quiet characters and hidden memories. This is what Momentary Pulses: Art in the Central Business District, a commissioning series by The Everyday Museum and initiated by Singapore Art Museum, aims to uncover. Amid the city’s hustle and bustle are seven showcases by Singapore-based artists that have been seamlessly woven into public spaces along buildings and walkways. Each artwork has been designed to reflect, rather than distract, as it responds to the sights and sounds of the ever-evolving landscape. They invite us to look more closely at our everyday surroundings, pause, and let our imagination wander, offering a moment of calm and curiosity in a fast-paced environment.

Discover the art and culture of tea at Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie, a brand-new exhibition by the Asian Civilisation Museum, in collaboration with CHAGEE. This multi-sensory showcase goes beyond the taste and smell to trace the history of tea, from how it has shaped different rituals, practices and cultures for centuries to its role in our daily lives. The exhibition features collections from the past, such as historic tea wares and 3D-printed replicas, as well as newly commissioned contemporary art from local creatives. ‘Shade of Tea’ by Ashley Yeo is an atmospheric display of tea leaves in floating paper forms, while ‘Symphony of Tea’ is a series of ASMR-inspired videos produced by Alecia Neo, Clarence Chung, Jonathan Goh and Wesley Meow that explores the symphonic experience of tea.

Celebrate the craft and heritage of French winemaking through a heady mix of performances, tastings, concerts, and cultural experiences.

French Excellence Programme – À TABLE! is an immersive theatre journey that guides you from room to room, unfolding scenes of poetry, song, and monologue. Elsewhere, wander through an immersive gallery tracing the rich tapestry of French winemaking, complete with sensorial zones where you can explore aromas, learn the art of pairing, and unpack the processes behind red and white wines. Music lovers can opt for a music-and-wine programme, where three wine pairings mirror the musical arcs of early 20th-century music. There’ll be live performances too, blending piano and drums with contemporary dance, poetry, and cinematic visual art.

Warning: this one might not be for the prudes, but you’re welcomed anyway. Step into Taiwanese illustrator Ikuiku Studio’s vibrant and raunchy world at Heartware Store & Gallery’s The Ikuiku Love Hotel. Presented through risograph prints, the playful exhibition reimagines lust and intimate acts using adorable animal characters and bright colours. The result is a cheeky, hilarious and light-hearted approach to an often-thought taboo topic. Her artworks are guaranteed to make you giggle or blush – or maybe both.

As part of the showcase, the gallery has also transformed its space into a love hotel of sorts, complete with a shower room and queen-sized bed (you’re allowed to sprawl on the latter, but a reminder to keep it, um, PG). Oh, and before you leave, don’t forget to cop yourself a custom condom blind box, alongside other love hotel-inspired merch, such as hotel key chains, towels, bar soap, hotel slippers and even a memopad. Ikuiku Studio is also debuting new zines at the exhibition as well.

Chinatown is galloping full speed into the Year of the Horse, and you’re invited along for the ride. For a whole two months from January, the precinct will be decorated in festive cheer as the Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations return with a dazzling street light-up, cultural performances, hands-on workshops and the much-loved International Lion Dance Competition.

The streets officially light up on January 30, with the ceremony broadcast live from Kreta Ayer Square. Stroll along South Bridge Road, Upper Cross Street, New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street as they come to life once the sun sets. The ceremony, officiated by Minister Mrs Josephine Teo, will also feature a performance showcasing Singapore's multicultural identity, melding Chinese dance with Malay kuda kepang, Indian Rajasthani horse dance, and Western styles. 

Get up close and personal with all types of bugs and creepy-crawlies as you never have before at ArtScience Museum’s latest exhibition, held in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History. It features 37 high-magnification portraits of insects captured by renowned British photographer Levon Biss. Known for his remarkable and impressive microscopic images, Biss’ striking photographs give viewers a rare chance to uncover the beauty and intricacies of these tiny creatures that are sometimes hidden from the naked eye. Take a trip around the world through his photos and discover the distinct beetles, bees, and more from South America, China, and Africa. Supporting the showcase is a short film offering a behind-the-scenes look at Biss’ elaborate and fascinating photographic process and his attention to detail.

Elsewhere, the exhibition also lends the spotlight to Singapore’s rich biodiversity, highlighting our nation’s efforts in research and in new species discoveries from local institutions like the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum and Nanyang Technological University.

Calling all Demon Slayer fans, your favourite anime comes to life at this exclusive exhibition taking over the former Singapore Sports Hub Library. The showcase marks its Singapore debut and the only Southeast Asian stop in its tour. Spanning two floors, the first-of-its-kind, sweeping exhibition promises to be an immersive, multi-sensory experience, featuring original illustrations and life-sized sets inspired by the visuals and landscapes of the animated series. Step into the action-packed universe and relive scenes from the show, including the Demon Slayer Headquarters, Mugen Train and Battle of Mount Natagumo. A key highlight is Infiltrating the Entertainment District, where you can join Tanjiro and the gang on a mission to uncover the demons hidden within the space. The exhibition also features a section on the show’s comedic spin-off, Kimetsu Academy, which portrays the Demon Slayer Corps in a modern school setting. And for all you avid collectors, be sure to hit up the merch store for a range of Singapore exclusives, including chibi versions of the characters alongside iconic local landmarks.

As part of Singapore Art Week 2026, DECK is bringing together five exhibitions by six Singaporean and international artists all under one roof at its new place at the Shop–House. The showcase features a mix of visual formats and approaches, from photography to video, with each artist presenting immersive works that touch on ideas of place, memory, history and distance. Included in the line-up are the efforts of Ryan Lim Zi Yi, Alvin Ng, Camilla Marrese, Hiền Hoàng and Song-Ming Ang. The latter presents The People’s Graphic Score, a community-sourced project that transforms contributions from the public – photos, texts and thoughts – into a living archive of shared stories. Join in on two special evening performances, on 17 and 24 January, where selected artist-musicians will share their interpretations of the artwork and bring it to life. Tickets to the mini-concerts are available here.

Start the year with a visit to Singapore Art Museum’s latest installation, Nafasan Bumi – An Endless Harvest, featuring works by Indonesian artists Elia Nurvista and Bagus Pandega. The exhibition explores the environmental costs of economic growth in an era of climate crisis, while exploring how the items we use today may leave their mark on the future.

This immersive environment brings together kinetic, multimedia and sculptural installations that trace the impact of extractive economies across regional and global networks. Highlights include batik and palm oil sculptures depicting plantation labourers, mechanical systems powered by biofeedback from live plants and more.

Gallop, trot, saunter, amble – however you’re planning to enter and welcome the Year of Horse, do it in style at Gardens by the Bay. To honour this year’s zodiac sign, the Flower Dome transforms into an opulent and elegant Chinese-inspired landscape that draws inspiration from the traditional gardens of the Jiangnan region. The highlight of the display is eight life-sized horse lanterns that are handcrafted using techniques that date back thousands of years to the Tang Dynasty. The showcase of the majestic four-legged creatures is inspired by the classic Chinese art motif, Ba Jun Tu, and is meant to represent strength, vitality and success. Surrounding the spectacle are the “Four Gentlemen”, a collective of plants that appear in Chinese art and philosophy. Be mesmerised by the delicate blooms of plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums and bamboo, amongst spring’s vibrant seasonal flora like dahlias and azaleas. As you stroll through the moon gates and pavilions, don’t forget to also beat the Blooming Drum of Spring to bring about some luck and prosperity into your life.

In this larger-than-life artwork taking over the National Gallery’s Padang Atrium, contemporary Thai artist Navin Rawanchaikul captures the dynamic and passionate cultures and lives that make up the diverse Singaporean community. Following a year-long engagement with migrant workers, indigenous groups and faith organisations, the artist’s revelations and discoveries are translated into spectacular billboard paintings, video interviews and a travelogue that celebrates their vibrant stories and voices.

The showcase is supported by an enriching two-part programme that highlights the people who have inspired the installation. Join in on fireside chats with the artist to explore behind the scenes and the empowering migrant stories. Singaporama Unfolded Part I centres on Kaugnay, an organisation for Filipina domestic workers, and its fabulous Trashion Show, while Part II traces the history of migration in Singapore. The latter presents a performance of a traditional Indian folk dance by Migrant Workers’ Centre (MWC) Ambassadors, alongside a discussion on identity, community and collaboration.

Things are about to get 'huat ah' at Wild Wild Wet (WWW) this Lunar New Year. From now till March 3, the waterpark’s signature Shiok River transforms into a cheeky mala hotpot, complete with life-sized floats shaped like lotus root, crabsticks, prawns and streaky meat slices bobbing along the currents. It’s silly, spicy fun and very on brand. Elsewhere, strike a pose with giant mala-themed photo ops like soup base packets, instant noodle packs, plum juice and more scattered across the park, plus a dry mala ball pit outside the Tsunami Pool for little ones. Be the first 50 guests daily to score exclusive mala-themed stickers starring Flumi, WWW’s adorable new mascot.

Five women, over 50 artworks and one shared mission. This exhibition brings Southeast Asian artists Amanda Heng (Singapore), Dolorosa Sinaga (Indonesia), Imelda Cajipe-Endaya (Philippines), Nirmala Dutt (Malaysia) and Phaptawan Suwannakudt (Thailand) to display their work together in Singapore for the very first time. But more than just an art showcase, Fear No Power is a space to have a conversation about meaningful change and the artists’ decades-long commitment to it. Featuring photography, paintings, sculptures and performances that date all the way back to the 1960s, this multidisciplinary exhibition examines the concept of communal world-building across the region and what it means to forge a community. Every piece of work is an intimate and powerful reflection deeply rooted in care, collaboration and resistance.

If part of your New Year’s resolutions is to switch up your style and make more eco-conscious decisions, then this indoor thrift market lets you do both at once. Remix By Fleawhere brings together a wide range of fashionable preloved items, from clothing to bags and accessories, that all deserve a second chance at life. Beyond the racks, you’ll also discover upcycled homeware, handmade trinkets and goods, plus other eco-conscious and sustainable creations to bring home. Take your time browsing for a unique and unexpected find, or, you could also rent a booth to pass on your own pieces to others.

How much do you really know about lion dance, apart from the loud drums and colourful costumes? Find out more about the history and heritage behind lion dance at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s vibrant exhibition just in time for Chinese New Year. The exhibition showcases over 50 artefacts, including rare lion head designs in Hainan and Fujian styles. You’ll also be able to learn more about different lion dance styles, local lion dance troupes, and lion dance culture in Singapore today. Admission to the exhibition is free.

Dopamine Land is a multisensory experience like no other. The pop-up installation that’s previously toured in cities like London, Madrid, Dubai, and Brisbane has made its way to Resorts World Sentosa’s Weave. The Singapore edition features nine interactive rooms, each with a different play theme to boost your dopamine levels. Discover rooms like The Cushion Clash for pillow-fighting fun, Chromadance to show off your moves, or ScribbleSpace where you unleash your creativity through doodling.

Discover unexpected artworks embedded within familiar, everyday settings at the Singapore Biennale, which makes an ambitious return this year under the evocative title, 'pure intention'. The contemporary arts festival invites audiences to explore the duality of Singapore’s layered urban story, in which both meticulous urban planning coexists with serendipitous surprises.

This year’s edition features over 100 new and existing artworks, which are situated across the Civic District, Orchard Road, the Rail Corridor, and the SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark. The artworks on display are not just visual – some are also immersive, interactive, and multi-sensorial, such as Taiwanese artist Huang Po-Chih's Momocha, featuring a series of kombucha flavours, to Filipino artist Eisa Jocson's The Filipino Superwoman X H.O.M.E. Karaoke Living Room, which transforms a shop unit into a space reminiscent of a Filipino living room.

Step into the surreal world of Skullpanda at the Skullpanda Cage-Uncage Showcase, an immersive, thought-provoking exhibition making its Singapore stop at the National Museum of Singapore. Fans of the cult-favourite Pop Mart figurines will be able to wander through six themed, interactive zones, including several that are exclusive to Singapore – each an introspective exploration of identity, choices, and contradictions. After the showcase, head to the accompanying pop-up store, which is stocked with limited-edition merchandise available only to ticketholders. Tickets for the showcase, which runs until February 22, range from $14 to $36.

Step into a radical vision of the future at the ArtScience Museum, where Another World Is Possible is on display from September 13, 2025 to February 22, 2026. The exhibition presents a distinctly Singaporean perspective on what lies ahead, emphasising environmental pragmatism, careful planning and a sense of responsibility for the world to come. This ethos is reflected throughout the exhibition’s architecture, design and artworks.

Highlights include pieces by filmmaker and speculative architect Liam Young, alongside works from both international and local creatives such as Björk, Torlarp Larpjaroensook, Osbourne Macharia, Ong Kian Peng, Jakob Kudsk Steensen, Ming Wong and others, offering a thought-provoking exploration of how art and design imagine possible futures.

Mahjong, congkak, Go...there innumerable Asian games we're sure are part of your fondest childhood memories. This September, the Asian Civilisations Museum is exhibiting Let's Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games, which takes a look at how these games, whether sporty or strategic, have evolved and shaped communities and traditions over time. Explore more than 150 games, and actually try them out at interactive installations. There'll be fun outdoor set-ups and talks and programmes throughout the exhibitions long run, too (until June 7, 2026).