Our pick of exciting events in Singapore from 13 April

Lim Han 13 Apr 2017

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Michelin Guide Street Food Festival
When: Friday and Saturday, 15 and 16 April; 6pm to 10.30pm

Where: The Coliseum, Resorts World Sentosa

Why: Every epicurean’s dream has just come true. Witness the congregation of Michelin Star restaurants and celebrated Bib Gourmand eateries in Singapore at this phenomenal food festival. You’ll be inundated with a plethora of savoury choices that will be vying for your attention. Expect to see familiar faces in the local Michelin world such as the Hong Kong Soya Sauce Chicken Rice and Noodle and Joel Rabuchon Restaurant. Foodies, it’s a festival you don’t want to miss.

Photo: @joel_robuchon_singapore
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Singapore Modest Fashion Weekend
When: Friday to Sunday, 14 to 16 April; 10am to 10pm

Where: Marina Bay Sands Convention Hall A

Why: Why travel all the way to New York, Milan or Paris for Fashion Week when we have our very own runway here in Singapore? Hosted by RoseValley and MediaCorp, this fashion showcase promises an amalgamation of brilliant local and international designers, all conjuring up fashion pieces in line with Hari Raya Aidilfitri. With celebrity designers from the local and Malaysian fashion scene, like Nora Danish and Zian Zian, taking the reins of the runway, you can expect a stunning showcase of chic and elegant apparel. From vibrant hijabs to tasteful maxis, you’ll be floored by their incredible designs.

Photo: Singapore Modest Fashion Weekend Facebook
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Siloso Grillfest
When: Thursday to Sunday, 13 to 16 April and Friday to Sunday, 21 to 23 April; 6pm to 11pm

Where: Sentosa Siloso Beach

Why: Join the masses of hungry gourmands at the upcoming Siloso GrillFest! This enthralling beach barbeque festival promises an amalgamation of established F&B outlets dishing out delicious hearty grub. From august Bourbon-Glazed Pork Ribs to fragrant Wok Fried Tiger Prawns, the plethora of classic and contemporary BBQ creations make for an abundant feast. Coupled with live music performances to amp up the atmosphere and a gorgeous beach backdrop, the Siloso GrillFest is out to give festival-goers a smashing time.

Photo: Sentosa
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Artbox Singapore
When: Friday to Sunday, 14 to 16 April and 21 to 23 April; 3pm to 11pm

Where: Bayfront Event Space

Why: Three words: hipster pasar malam. You won’t be needing to book a flight to Thailand for insane deals and mouthwatering street food anymore - this time, Bangkok is making its way over to you. Be a part of the swarming crowd at one of the most happening flea markets in Thailand, Artbox. Browse through a myriad of stalls flaunting vintage handmade creations, all housed in massive metal shipping containers to complete the unconventional hipster vibe. From stylish apparel to luxe accessories, coupled with hearty grub dripping with decadence, you’re in for some serious shopping.

Photo: Artbox Thailand Facebook
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Singapore Ink Show
When: Friday to Sunday, 21 to 23 April; 12pm to 8pm

Where: Suntec Convention & Exhibition Centre

Why: Flaunt your tattoos at this congregation of the most reputable and talented tattoo artists and aficionados from the local and international ink scene. Meet the big names in the ink scene such as Nikko Hurtado, Kinki Ryusaki and Victor Portugal and learn from them and even get inked by their skillful hands. With stunning portrait seminars by acclaimed artists and an array of contests, you’ll be blissfully drowning in the intricate world of ink.

Photo: Singapore Ink Show Facebook
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Pet Expo
When: Friday to Sunday, 14 to 16 April; 11am to 8pm

Where: Expo Hall 7

Why: Grab your leashes – it’s time for a pets’ day out. Indulge your pets in a time of enthralling programmes and pet-ducational activities! Step up as a pet owner and broaden your view on pet ownership and pet care by immersing yourself in engaging talks by animal experts. Don’t forget to grant your little darling a free health check to ensure that it’s in the pink of health. And what would a pet event be without some stunning showcases and exciting contests? From literal catwalks to Grumpiest Bunny competitions, a fun adventure awaits you and your pet. It’s an event you really don’t want to miss.

Photo: Pet Expo Singapore Facebook
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Earth Day Run
When: Sunday, 23 April; 2.30pm to 8.30pm

Where: The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay

Why: Thinking of squeezing in a good run next weekend after your sedentary week of work? Why not save the Earth at the same time? Head on down to the Earth Day Run, hosted by National Geographic, for an environmentally-friendly and super productive workout. Not only that, this incredible run aims to raise funds that go straight to climate change initiatives of the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Singapore. Powered and run solely by clean renewable energy, it doesn’t get any greener than this.

Photo: NatGeo Run Facebook

We know what we’re doing this long Easter weekend. Do you?

Do you hear that? The beckoning sound of the long weekend. Don’t you just love it when a holiday falls on either a Friday or a Monday? You’re gifted with an extended duration of delectable rest and alluring leisure time. But, no time for lazing around; we’ve got places to be at this coming weekend. And, so do you! Going hand in hand with the glorious Good Friday and Easter Sunday are enthralling activities and programmes happening all across the nation.

From pet festivals to happening flea markets, you’ll be in no lack of ways to fruitfully spend the lengthy weekend. It’s not every week that you’re entitled to a 3-day rest, so you had better make the most out of it. We’ve scoured the nation and gathered the 7 top events that caught our attention. We’re sure you’re going to love them too. Hurry down to our gallery to get started on marking your calendars! A smashing weekend awaits.

Lim Han

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