Despite being a small island country, there’s definitely no lack of things to do in Singapore. This vibrant city-state is often buzzy with pop-up events and exhibitions that engage locals and tourists.
From dining at the newest cafes, restaurants and hawker centres to museum hopping, you’ll definitely find activities to do for the weekend. Read on for our picks on what to do in Singapore in March 2023.
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What to do in Singapore – March 2023
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Ever thought about if majestic artworks by celebrated artist Vincent van Gogh come to life? Give your senses a treat at Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience in RWS. Seen by more than five million visitors worldwide since 2017, the exhibition finally makes its Southeast Asian debut in Singapore.
Experience the iconic Dutch painter’s works including Starry Night and Sunflowers through a mix of stunning replicas, cutting-edge digital projections, Virtual Reality (VR), and mesmerising atmospheric light and sound across thematic zones like ‘About the Artist’, ‘Anamorphosis’, and ‘Japonisme’ (a first for the exhibition).
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience happens daily except Tuesdays from March 2023. Tickets start from SGD15 for children and SGD24 for adults.
It’s The Ship 2023
Eat, sleep, rave, repeat. This sounds like an ideal routine we all wish to have. But you can temporarily fulfil this lifestyle over three days onboard The Genting Dream Cruise-themed It’s The Ship. Sailing for the first time since 2019, this year’s edition proves to be its most jubilant one yet. Party hard to renowned acts like Galantis, Vini Vici, and Kid-Ink. Single and available? You can have the chance to find a soulmate with the help of Sima Taparia from Netflix’s Indian Matchmaking too.
It’s The Ship 2023 happens from March 8-10 onboard The Genting Dream Cruise.
Have a Nordic sauna holiday with IKEA x Marimekko’s BASTUA collab
You don’t need to travel far to relax in a Nordic environment. All you need is to tweak your home with some furnishings from the IKEA x Marimekko collaboration. This limited collection, named BASTUA, celebrates the pleasure and joy of self-care rituals. Definitely much needed after a hectic work week. Of course, Marimekko’s iconic prints cover vibrant items ranging from rhubarb leaf-printed trays and lounge kimonos to matching birch bench-side table sets and water ripple-inspired glassware.
IKEA x Marimekko’s BASTUA limited collaboration collection is now available at all IKEA Singapore stores.
29Rooms: Lost and Found (Singapore)
Ever wondered what it feels like to be part of an artwork? Experience interactive art when the multi-sensory and experiential exhibition 29Rooms arrives in Singapore. Executed by American media company Refinery29, the Singapore edition will see both international and local artists (like StephTCreates and Dawn Ng) conceptualising the respective 29 spaces.
The theme for the Singapore stop is ‘Lost and Found’, inspiring visitors to rediscover, reimagine and redefine the meaning of possibilities.
29 Rooms: Lost and Found (Singapore) happen till April 16 at Gardens by the Bay–West Lawn. Tickets are priced from SGD35.
Sneakertopia
After successfully launching in Los Angeles, the sneaker-centric experiential and street culture exhibition will make its Asia debut in Singapore. Founded by Emmy Award-winning producer Steve Harris and Silicon Valley tech entrepreneur Steve Brown in 2019, Sneakertopia will showcase more than just limited edition hyped kicks (we’re talking more than a hundred pairs).
There will also be close to 50 murals, installations, designs and displays from 13 renowned American creatives such as McFlyy, Michael Murphy, and Mimi Yoon, which explore American street and pop culture. The spotlight will also shine on Singapore and Southeast Asia’s creative practices. This dedicated section showcases works by 16 Singaporean and locally-based creatives including artists Jahan Loh, Sam Lo, and Soph O, and contemporary art and designs collective PHUNK.
Sneakertopia happens from Feb 25 to July 30 at ArtScience Museum Singapore. Ticket prices start from SGD18.
Chatuchak Singapore
You wouldn’t need to travel to Bangkok, Thailand to experience the bustling vibes of the famed open-air market Chatuchak as the Singapore pop-up returns to the Grandstand at Turf Club Road.
Operating as a night market, it will feature a curated mix of local and Thai exhibitors offering food, handicrafts, and fashion. The latter, part of Thailand’s ‘One Tambon (sub-district) One Product’ program, brings in unique native-made products from selected sub-district in Thailand.
Chatuchak Singapore happens till April 2 from Tuesdays to Sundays at The Grandstand South Carpark, Turf Club Road. Admission is free.
ARTBOX Singapore
Experiential market ARTBOX Singapore returns after a three-year hiatus and will be held in an indoor air-conditioned hall for the first time. Co-organised with SGAG, more than 20 of the distinctive shipping containers in the 10,000 square feet space will host a slew of activities entertaining visitors of all ages.
Get ready to capture Instagrammable art installations by JELILO artist Lester Lim and vibrant lifestyle brand tokidoki as they tell a tale of hope, courage and inner strength from ARTBOX’s theme, ‘Vision’.
ARTBOX Singapore happens from Feb 24 to 26 and March 3 to 5 at Singapore Expo Hall Six. Tickets are priced from SGD5.
Les Jardin du Sofitel at Sofitel Singapore City Centre
Experience Art de Vivre, or ‘the art of living’, at Sofitel Singapore City Centre’s lobby bar 1864. Held in conjunction with and celebration of the global Vogue X Sofitel collaboration, 1864 will be transformed into a botanical wonderland offering a unique all-day dining menu featuring edible flowers and fashion elements.
The floral oasis is crafted by the luxury floral design studio The Floral Atelier which includes Louis Vuitton, Dior, Saint Laurent, Cartier, and Valentino as its clients. Marvel this blooming installation while you savour the botanical afternoon tea set. Available daily, it features delectable bites like Light Truffle Duck Rillettes Croquette with Apple Lavender and Creamy Crab Meat with Lemon Chamomile.
Les Jardin du Sofitel happens from Feb 13 to Apr 9 at Sofitel Singapore City Centre.
Party at CÉ LA VI
Dance the night away at CÉ LA VI’s Club Lounge where these international DJ acts will spin rave-worthy tunes in Singapore for the first time. South African DJ Themba joins the lineup with his unique blend of electronic and sounds from his African heritage. His work, which includes native African singers, songwriters and percussionists, has been featured at many global events, such as Paris Fashion Week 2019.
Following him is DJ Sam Divine, the first lady of House music and face of the record label Defected. She returns to the CÉ LA VI decks with a high-energy setlist spotlighting the essence of the House genre. On 25 February, SLASSY returns for its fourth edition celebrating queerness inspired by iconic artists such as Prince, David Bowie, and Grace Jones. This explosion of androgynous glamour sees drag queen DJ Akito helming the deck delivering stylish camp with eclectic music curation.
CÉ LA VI’s Club Lounge international DJ series happens every Saturday in February at Marina Bay Sands Singapore. Admission fees apply.
Circular Futures: Next-Gen
Sure, circularity closes the loop in sustainability. But we should aim to maximise resources and minimise waste too. Circular Futures: Next Gen demonstrates this by tapping into design and technology for smart solutions.
Showcasing 3D artworks (like prototypes of chandeliers) printed with recycled PET bottles, this exhibition highlights the capabilities of circulatory systems with custom designs that are otherwise impossible to produce via traditional manufacturing methods.
Circular Futures: Next Gen happens from now till Apr 9 at National Design Centre Singapore. Admission is free.
Singapore Biennale 2022
Now in its final months, Singapore Biennale continues to provoke thoughts and conversations with its progressive contemporary artworks scattered across the country. This seventh edition, named Natasha, prompts artists, collaborators, and audiences to re-discover ways of seeing and relating to the world.
Featuring over 50 artists and collaborators, marvel at multimedia installations and immersive experiences in Singapore Art Museum or exhibits beyond the mainland at the Southern Islands like Sentosa Cove Village, St. John’s Island, and Lazarus Island.
Singapore Biennale 2022 happens till Mar 19 at various locations.
This story first appeared here.
Hero and feature image credits: Marina Bay Sands & Resorts World Sentosa
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