Our pick of exciting events in Singapore from 25 May

Lim Han 25 May 2017

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Ramadan Bazaar
When: 26 May to 24 June

Where: Geylang Serai, Joo Chiat Complex and along Haig Road

Why: Are you as excited as we are for this? The spectacular Ramadan Bazaar is back – this time, bigger and better! Follow the crawling trail of Singaporeans making their way over to the gargantuan night market, teeming with food stands and retail stalls. From golden fried oreos and eight-storey rainbow soft serve cones to unicorn-themed drinks and of course, the famous watermelon volcano, the eclectic variety of food will simply astound you. If you've had your fill of grub, you can head over to the carnival game stations or retail stalls to end the night on a high note!

Photo: @v.jzx
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CÉ LA VI Diamond Life Style Tribute
When: Whole of May

Where: CÉ LA VI

Why: Ladies, want to win jaw-dropping prizes in CÉ LA VI’S grand giveaway as part of their Diamond Life Ladies’ Night series? 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 this coming Saturday, which boasts of a plethora of exquisite items, from dainty leather goods to opulent tote bags. Catch the last weekend of partying and fashion indulgences at CÉ LA VI!

Photo: CÉ LA VI Facebook
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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
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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 better than this.

Photo: Camp Kilo Charcoal Club Facebook
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Organic Friendly Farmers’ 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
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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 an impressive 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, we can only expect this event to be truly phenomenal. Of course, no event would be complete without satisfying grub and drinks. Handcrafted beers, satay sticks and other delicious savouries await you at OPEN DECK!

Photo: House of Photography Facebook
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Mexican Film Festival
When: Thursday to Saturday, 1 to 4 June; 8pm to 10pm

Where: The Projector

Why: Amigos, get a taste of the cinematic world of Mexico at the captivating Mexican Film Festival, which brings to the table Mexico’s most charming cinematic voices. In collaboration with The Embassy of Mexico, The Projector has curated a stellar line-up of local films for Singaporeans to enjoy. From comedies to romance, each movie promises to reel you in with its captivating narrative and impeccable cinematography.
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1-Altitude Summertime Madness
When: Friday and Saturday, 2 and 3 June; 6pm till late

Where: 1-Altitude

Why: Ever heard of an Indoor Beach? Well, now you have. Witness the transformation of 1-Altitude into a full-blown beach party island, filled with sandpits, beach toy floats and more. Get out your swimsuits and flip flops and get dressed to the theme of “White Beach”. You’re in for a happening night of merry-making, drinking and playing against the backdrop of upbeat tunes by resident DJs, Leonard T and Jack T. With fringe activities and captivating performances to boot, it’s a party you don’t want to miss.

Photo: 1-Altitude
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After Dawn: BBQ Block Party
When: Sunday, 4 June; 2pm to 11pm

Where: Camp Kilo Charcoal Club

Why: Deck yourself out in a smashing rig-out and join the party at Camp Kilo Charcoal Club, hosted by After Dark. Get ready for some daytime dancing, playing and chowing as you make your way through the DJ booth, carnival stalls and food stands. Of course, we didn’t forget about the Artist Market, teeming with a range of artisanal goodies such as vegan footwear and vintage jewellery. If you thought that was it, there are even hand-sewing and crafting workshops available just for you! What more you could ask for, really?

Photo: After Dark Facebook
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Harajuku Fashion Walk
When: Saturday, 4 June; 4pm to 7pm

Where: Merlion Park

Why: OTT Japanese fashion fans, this is the one moment of the year that you get to step out of the house dressed to the nines in your out-of-this-world "Harajuku Girl" get-up. And, you bet you won’t be doing this alone. A whole army of adorably (and possibly bizarrely) dressed enthusiasts will be in this with you as you all take part in Singapore’s sixth Harajuku Fashion Walk. Displaying fabulous wigs and rainbow-coloured ensembles, the vibrant dress-up extravaganza promises to immerse you in the world of your favourite Japanese fashion district right in the heart of Singapore.

Photo: Harajuku Fashion Walk Singapore Facebook

Your calendar’s looking a little empty. Need some help there?

Can you believe we’re already nearing the finish line for the month of May? As June draws close, the events continue to pop up! Think there won’t be anything worth your attention? Well, then watch us prove you wrong as we bring to you a line-up of stellar festivities happening from this day onward.

Sick of the humdrum shopping malls and usual eateries? Then get your fix of food and retail all in one place at the enthralling annual Ramadan Bazaar at Geylang Serai! Craving for salted egg churros or rainbow bagels? Expect those and more at this spectacular one-of-a-kind pasar malam.

If you’d like to veer away from the bustling crowds and empty noise, you can fall into the embrace of a serene atmosphere and delectable interior at Peace of Vino, where organic biodynamic wines handcrafted by talented winemakers await. Not only that, you’ll be getting the full scoop of the sustainable wine movement that’s taking the wine industry by storm.

If none of the above sound like your cup of tea, not to worry – there’s plenty more events stashed away in the gallery above. Check them out for yourself!

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