Our pick of exciting events in Singapore from 17 May

Lim Han 18 May 2017

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Singapore Heritage Festival
When: 28 April to 14 May 2017
Where: Various venues: Caldecott Broadcasting Centre, Little India, Bukit Pasoh, Singapore River and more
Why: Delve into Singapore’s rich and vibrant heritage as a myriad of large-scale festivities pop up all across the nation! Enter unchartered waters as the SHF grants you unprecedented access to previously unexplored sites in Singapore, allowing you to experience these areas first-hand. You’ll be completely overwhelmed by the other festival highlights that await you, such as trails along the artistically-transformed Little India streets and a bustling hawker food fair along the Singapore River. Don’t miss out on one of the most happening extravaganzas to take place in Singapore this year! That being said, with all the festivities occurring all across the nation, it’d be hard to miss out on them all.

Photo: Singapore Heritage Festival
2/10
CÉ LA VI Diamond Lifestyle Tribute
When: Whole of May
Where: CÉ LA VI
Why: Ladies, stand a chance to win jaw-dropping prizes in CÉ LA VI’S grand giveaway as part of their Diamond Life Ladies’ Night series, a partnership with Style Tribute, Singapore’s premium online retailer. Spectacular prizes of a private styling session, vouchers and stellar fashion items await you! Not only that, CÉ LA VI will also be hosting a Style Tribute pop-up stall every Wednesday, which proudly displays a range of stunning female designer goods for your purchase. Look out for their enhanced luxe store at the Club Lounge on 27 May, which boasts of a plethora of exquisite items, from dainty leather goods to opulent tote bags. It’s going to be a month of partying and fashion indulgence, and CÉ LA VI wants to see you there.

Photo: CÉ LA VI Singapore Facebook
3/10
Whiskey Weekend
When: Saturday and Sunday, 20 and 21 May; 3pm till late
Where: The Great Escape
Why: Join Asia’s very first celebration of the American whiskey, steeped in centuries of heritage and produced by the finest craftsmanship. An amalgamation of America’s most famous whiskey brands, snazzy cocktail bars and lip-smacking grub, Whiskey Weekend will prove itself to be one of the most exhilarating events of the year. Tantalise your tastebuds with the finest and rarest whiskeys at the complimentary Whiskey Tasting Bar or sip on inventive whiskey cocktails at any of the four famous cocktail bars. Don’t miss out on the enthralling Bourbon Bake Off competition where acclaimed local chefs and home bakers battle it out in an apple-pie-baking showdown!

Photo: Proof & Company
4/10
6th French Film Festival
When: Friday to Sunday, 19 to 21 May; 7pm to 10pm
Where: Alliance Française de Singapour
Why: Delve into the world of French cinema, along with your kids, at the sixth edition of the French Film Festival (FAFF). This time, they’re bringing to you the crème de la crème of French animation, featuring exhilarating films such as Oscar-nominated My Life as a Zucchini and the enchanting Ballerina. You and your children will be riding on a rollercoaster of emotions as you immerse yourself in various enthralling tales. And, who knows – you may be leaving the place fluently rattling off some French phrases!
5/10
Social Market – The Root Of All Things Local
When: Saturday to Sunday, 20 to 21 May; 11am to 5pm
Where: 130E Minden Road
Why: Witness the transformation of Open Farm Community’s (OFC) café terrace and carpark into a vibrant marketplace teeming with fresh produce and goods from local farmers, bakers and makers. Market-goers, you’ll be stocking up your baskets with all the fresh local goodies such as homemade cerena honey, Kuhlbarra barramundi and natural soy-waxed candles. If you’re done with your shopping, why not immerse in a time of education at the plethora of workshops they’ve prepared for you? From candle-making to sustainable eating, there’s plenty of things you can learn at the Social Market. Of course, not forgetting the heaps of ready-to-eat grub that await you – think gooey raclette cheese and otah scotch eggs.

Photo: Open Farm Community
6/10
FitnessFest 2017
When: Saturday to Sunday, 20 to 21 May; 9am to 9pm
Where: Bayfront Avenue
Why: Get your heart pumping and your sweat dripping at the hottest fitness festival of the year! You can count on big names like Cassey Ho and Citira Corrigan to be there, working out alongside you. Discover your niche fitness arena from a plethora of fitness types, from Crossfit and boxing to pilates and callisthenics. Of course, you’ve got to reward yourself for all the hard work you’ve put in. So, go ahead and indulge your ravenous appetite at their Food Village which features a mouthwatering line-up of hearty healthy eats from your favourite F&B names like A Poke Theory and Veganburg. With goodie bags and exclusive vouchers accompanying every ticket, you have every reason to sign up!

Photo: FitnessFest Facebook
7/10
Music @ Empress
When: Saturday, 27 May; 6pm to 7.30pm
Where: Civic District Singapore
Why: Fall into the soothing embrace of music churned out by phenomenal local musicians, against the gorgeous backdrop of the Victoria Theatre. This time, Music@Empress promises a line-up of riveting performances – your favourite busker-singer, Ken Loh will serenade you with his Indie-pop tunes while Jawn will take your burdens away with his jazzy blues and buttery voice. Disco Hue fans, you won’t want to give their captivating performance a miss, where they’ll be blowing you away with their iconic indie-electronic sounds.

Photo: Civic District Singapore Facebook
8/10
Peace of Vino
When: Saturday and Sunday, 27 and 28 May; 11am to 10pm
Where: Camp Kilo Charcoal Club
Why: Sustainable eating and development are probably no strangers to us, but sustainable wine? That’s new. Get a closer look at what this whole movement is all about while tasting natural, organic, bio-dynamic wine from The Straits Wine Company. At Peace of Vino, you can expect over 20 exquisite wines, handcrafted by winemakers who are passionate about both their work and the environment. Supporting sustainable living while sipping on fancy wine? It doesn’t get any classier than this.

Photo: Camp Kilo Charcoal Club
9/10
Organic-Friendly Farmer’s Market
When: Saturday, 27 May; 9.30am to 4pm
Where: Hotel Jen Orchard Gateway Singapore
Why: Eat your greens at the fantastic Organic-Friendly Farmer’s Market, teeming with fresh produce and organic goodies, from herbs and spices to fruits and vegetables. This splendid market will be sharing the stage with spectacular talks and live kitchen demos from acclaimed chefs. Want to find out how to make your own mayo using coconut oil? Or, have your chefs whip up your purchases into a mouthwatering meal? Then don’t hesitate any longer and head over!

Photo: In Touch Facebook
10/10
OPEN DECK
When: Saturday and Sunday, 27 and 28 May; 12pm to 6pm
Where: DECK
Why: Don’t expect the usual second-hand toys and books at this fundraising market. This annual affair, held at a sick container art space, celebrates local photography, art and design by showcasing mesmerising collectibles, photographic prints and even, smashing performances. With familiar faces like BooksActually, Knuckles & Notch and Basheer Graphic Books all on board this event, we can only expect it to be truly phenomenal. Of course, no event would be complete without satisfying grub and drinks. Handcrafted beers, satays and other delicious savouries await you at OPEN DECK!

Photo: DECK Facebook

Your weekly dose of enthralling local events is finally here!

Happy Thursday, folks! Congratulations, you’ve made it through the first half of the week and you’re just a few steps away from the finish line. So, what are your plans for when you cross over that line and into the glorious weekend? If you have no answer to that question, don’t worry, that’s because we have it.

As usual, we’ve got you covered with the latest updates on the upcoming events in Singapore! Promising to be as spectacular as the last, the whole range of diverse and enthralling events will undoubtedly astound you. Got a thing for basking in the sound of music in the open air? Then, be sure you’re there for the Music@Empress, where a line-up of your favourite musicians awaits. Or, maybe you’re keen in health and exercise? You won’t want to miss out on the fitness bonanza at this year’s exhilarating FitnessFest!

Whatever you’re feeling this weekend, we’re sure Singapore has got just the thing for you! If not, your couch and television at home awaits, along with the company of this month’s riveting Netflix shows.

Lim Han

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