It’s an exciting time to discover Singapore this month! As Singapore celebrates its 59th year of independence on 9 August 2024, look forward to a plethora of events and activations — from festivities that celebrate Singapore’s triumphs and challenges as a nation to interactive, immersive experiences for you to shop, play and have the time of your life. Read on as TheBeauLife rounds up the best things to do in Singapore this August 2024.
Things to do in Singapore: August 2024
1. Watch: Miss Saigon the musical
Till 22 September 2024
The award-winning musical ‘Miss Saigon’ is here in Singapore. (Photo from: Daniel Boud)
The creators of Les Miserables, Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, have joined hands to present the new production of Cameron Mackintosh’s Miss Saigon. Making its way to Singapore shores, fans of the award-winning musical will be able to catch it at the Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands for a limited season, starting from 15 August 2024.
Miss Saigon follows the story of Kim, a young Vietnamese woman who is orphaned by war. She is forced to work in a bar run by a notorious character known as the Engineer. Events unfold where she falls in love with an American G.I named Chris, but the couple is torn apart by the fall of Saigon. Kim goes on a journey of survival where she spends three years finding her way back to Chris, who has no idea he fathered a son.
Address: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave, S 018956
Time:
- Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8PM
- Thursdays and Fridays, 8PM
- Saturdays, 2PM, 8PM Sundays, 1PM, 6.30PM (12PM, 5PM slots are available on 22 September 2024)
Price: From SGD60, excluding a booking fee. Dynamic pricing applies to this production. Get your tickets here.
2. Shangri-La Singapore x Sisley Afternoon Tea Experience
Till 1 September 2024
Treat yourself to the ‘Sisley x Shangri-La’ afternoon tea experience.
Do sweet treats and premium skincare sound like the perfect combination for you? If you replied “yes”, be sure to invite your girlfriends for an exquisite afternoon tea experience at Shangri-La Singapore, organised in collaboration with French luxury beauty brand Sisley.
The collaboration brings together the Sisley Black Rose Collection and Shangri-La Singapore’s The Rose Veranda to deliver a purple-themed afternoon tea experience, which comprises a mix of savoury bites, sweet cakes and pastries. Those who fancy a little tipple or two ought to check out Le Rosé, an exclusive cocktail that’s priced from SGD20 per glass.
Address: The Rose Veranda by Shangri-La Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Rd, S 258350
Time: Fridays to Sundays, 12PM to 5PM
Price: From SGD78 per person. Reserve your spot by calling +65 6213 4398 or emailing [email protected]. Click here for more information.
3. POP Toy Show
23 to 25 August 2024
Left - A Dimoo figure from the Zodiac series. (Photo from: popmart.sg) Right - A Sweet Bean figure from the ‘Afternoon Tea’ series. (Photo from: popmart.sg)
The second edition of the POP Toy Show is themed Dimoo in the Garden City. Fans of the adorable character will get to shop more than four event-exclusive Dimoo drops and snap photos at the character’s booth featuring its life-sized sculpture.
In addition to Dimoo, event attendees will also get to meet and greet artists including Lang, artist of Hirono, Xue Chen, artist of Sweet Bean, and Yumi, artist of Pino Jelly. The exhibition will showcase over 50 artists, toy designers and international toy brands. Learn more about this year’s POP Toy Show here.
Address: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Halls A, B & C, 10 Bayfront Ave, S 018956
Time: 11AM to 8PM for standard and group ticket holders; from 9AM to 8PM for premium ticket holders, subject to the group assigned by random.
Price: Tickets are priced from SGD28 for a standard 1-day ticket to SGD168 for a premium, 3-day access ticket. Get your tickets here.
4. Singapore Night Festival 2024
23 August to 7 September 2024
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Turn down the lights, ‘cause Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience is making its highly-anticipated return on 23 August 2024! Themed The Art of Play, the annual festival features 50 programmes, including programmes, workshops and projection mapping artworks.
Address: Bras Basah.Bugis district
Time: Weekends, from 7.30PM to 12AM
5. Blue Bottle Coffee pop-up gift shop at LUMINE Raffles City
From 27 August 2024
Left - Get your hands on the recently launched Blue Bottle NOLA Craft Instant Coffee Blend. (Photo from: @bluebottle) Right - Shop coffee (and clothing) at the LUMINE Singapore global flagship store. (Photo from: @lumine.sg)
Popular Oakland-founded coffee chain Blue Bottle Coffee is set to make its Southeast Asian debut at the new LUMINE Singapore global flagship store in Raffles City Shopping Centre. Fans of the coffee brand will have the opportunity to view an exhibition charting its journey, shop the brand’s range of instant coffee and premium matcha offerings, drink ware and accessories, as well as get their hands on an exclusive reversible tote bag.
The gift shop will be open for a limited time only, but keep your eyes peeled — the brand revealed that this is the “first step for a broader introduction of the full Blue Bottle Coffee experience planned for Singapore.”
Address: LUMINE, Raffles City Shopping Centre, 252 North Bridge Rd, S 179103. Store unit number to be confirmed.
Price: Admission is free
6. Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
Opens on 31 August 2024
Don’t pop this! ‘Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience’ arrives on Singapore shores soon. (Photos from: Fever)
Making its Asia Pacific debut this August, this colourful and multi-sensory experience aims to inspire visitors to “reconnect with their emotions and bodily sensations.” Travel through the 11 themed areas including an enormous bubble bath ball pit, a virtual reality room and an undersea LED room as you reconnect with your inner child.
Address: 9 Somapah Rd, Hall 8B Singapore Expo, S 487370
Time: Various sessions available.
- Mondays to Thursdays, 11AM to 9PM
- Closed on Tuesdays
- Fridays and Saturdays, 9AM to 10PM
- Sundays, 9AM to 9PM
Price: From SGD14.90 per child, from SGD21.90 per adult. Get your tickets here.
7. Victoria’s Secret Bombshell Library pop-up
Till 11 August 2024
Left - Model Candice Swanepoel with the Victoria’s Secret ‘Bombshell’ fragrance. Right - The Victoria’s Secret ‘Bombshell’ lineup.
Is Victoria’s Secret ready for its comeback? They might be, as the brand has been teasing the upcoming return of its fashion show. Till then, the brand has also staged a ‘Bombshell Library’ pop-up to highlight its best-selling fragrance range. The range features four fragrances, which are priced at SGD149 each per 100ML. Head over to its pop-ups at VivoCity or ION Orchard to redeem complimentary samples, event-exclusive bookmarks, shopping vouchers and ‘Bombshell’-inspired artisanal popsicles with any purchase.
Address/Time:
- VivoCity, 1 Harbourfront Walk, 01-134/19, S 098585: 30 July to 4 August 2024, 12PM to 9PM
- ION Orchard, ION Orchard Unit B2-28, S 238801, 6 August to 11 August, 12PM to 9PM
Price: Admission is free
8. Mini Golf Course at CHIJMES Main Lawn
Till 11 August 2024
Have a go at mini golf at the CHIJMES Main Lawn.
The Paris 2024 Olympics season is in full swing, and if you’d like a little taste of the action, enjoy a complimentary round of the Olympics-themed mini golf course at the CHIJMES Main Lawn. To redeem this perk, simply spend a minimum of SGD59 in a single receipt within the promotional period at either Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES. This activity is open to shoppers of all ages.
Address: 30 Victoria St, S 187996
Time: 5PM to 10PM
9. The Scent House pop-up by COTY
1 August to 14 August 2024
Discover fragrance brands including Marc Jacobs and Chloé Parfums at ‘The Scent House’ pop-up.
Find your perfect fragrance match at The Scent House, a pop-up that promises to be an interactive and immersive experience. Featured brands include Chloé Parfums, Burberry Beauty, Marc Jacobs, and Boss Fragrances. Shoppers will get the chance to engrave their fragrance bottles at the personalisation station. Stand to redeem complimentary ice-cream from The Dark Gallery too when you share an Instagram story featuring a fragrance from the pop-up and sign up for updates from COTY. You can also stand to enjoy SGD50 off your purchases when you spend SGD200 or more at the pop-up.
The personalisation station will be available on Fridays from 5PM to 8PM and weekends from 2PM to 5PM, while the complimentary ice cream giveaway will be available on weekend afternoons.
Address: Takashimaya Department Store Beauty Hall Level 1, 391 Orchard Rd, S 238872
Time: 10AM to 9.30PM daily
Price: Admission is free
10. Sentosa Festive Market by Sunday Social
3 to 4 August 2024
Shop local at this upcoming festive market by Sunday Social.
Planning to spend your weekend at Sentosa? Don’t forget to pop by the Sentosa Festive Market, which will host a special ‘Made in Singapore’ market featuring local artisans and makers. Browse lifestyle goods from over 25 curated vendors and participate in various activities, including an up-cycled plastic accessory workshop hosted by 450.sg, and a temporary jagua ink tattoo station by Royal Ink Artistry. This is a pet-friendly event. For more information, see here.
Address: Palawan Beach Walk (next to Palawan Green), Sentosa Island, S 098521
Time: 4PM to 9PM
Price: Admission is free
11. National Day Open House at the Asian Civilisations Museum
9 August 2024
Spend your National Day holiday at the Asian Civilisations Museum. (Photo from: Asian Civilisations Museum)
If you’re looking for an educational way to spend your National Day holiday, consider dropping by the Asian Civilisations Museum. The museum will be hosting an open house specially for National Day for visitors to learn about Singapore’s rich heritage and collection. The open house will feature an outdoor installation, hands-on activities and family-friendly tours.
Address: 1 Empress Pl, S 179555
Time: 1PM to 6.30PM
Price: Free admission to most activities
12. Singleton Gardens of Abundance pop-up
Till 21 August 2024
Check out ‘Gardens of Abundance’, a travel-exclusive collection consisting of four single malts at the brand’s new pop-up in Changi Airport’s Departure Transit.
Love a quality malt to jazz up your evening soirees? The Singleton has unveiled its first branded pop-up at Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Transit. Discover the brand’s new, travel-exclusive collection Gardens of Abundance, which consists of four single malts. Make a purchase at the pop-up to redeem a bag charm, which you can personalise with your preferred initials.
Address: Changi Airport Terminal 3 Departure Transit, 65, Airport Boulevard, S 819663
Time: 6AM to 1AM daily
Price: Admission is free
(Cover photos from: Fever and The Singleton)
This article was first published on 1 August 2024. Last updated: 23 August 2024.
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