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There’s so much to see around Singapore, even when the sun goes down
The Singapore Night Festival has returned, finally giving night owls something interesting to partake in once the sun sets. Happening now until August 26, the festival’s 14th edition will see over 50 experiences ranging from projection mappings to local artworks.
Themed “Singapore, the Great Port City”, the festival puts the spotlight on Singapore’s evolution from a vital port city into today’s modern metropolis.
“We look forward to transforming the [Bras Basah-Bugis] precinct into a celebration of Singapore’s history as an international port city,” festival director David Chew says. This year’s experiences will be inspired by Singapore’s rich stories of trade and exchange in the precinct.
Below, we share some of the most exciting exhibitions and attractions to keep your eye out for when visiting this year’s festival.
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1. Learn about Singapore’s history at the National Museum of Singapore’s facade
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Singapore’s first theatrical projection mapping transports you to the 14th century. Here, you will embark on a six-minute experience taking you through 700 years of Singapore’s history as a port city. The story follows Seri Angerik, who watches as Singapore reverses in age by 700 years. Titled 700 years, this projection mapping is by playwright Zizi Majid, illustrator Muhammad Izdi and digital artist Jeremy Bellot.
2. Visit the main festival village at SMU Campus Green
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SMU Campus Green comes alive with live performances and food stalls. Find over 10 food and beverage stalls, including Singapore Night Festival-exclusive tipples. Dishes include creamy udon laksa, chilli crab praffle (prata-waffle), and ribeye beef cubes. When your belly is filled, explore the area and check out some art pieces by young art talents.
3. Check out Fort Canning Rise with the family
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This year, the festival has introduced its first dedicated family zone. Located around Fort Canning Rise, the area will house various art pieces inspired by the island’s flora and fauna. For example, Cake Theatre’s education and outreach branch Sweet Tooth’s latest installation sees larger-than-life sentient beings in striking hues. The installation is inspired by colours found on meteorological maps, symbolising various conditions that sailors would encounter at sea.
4. Learn more about Singapore through a guided food tour
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The Port Cities Food: A Culinary Pairing Journey down Middle Road
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The Port Cities Food: A Culinary Pairing Journey down Middle Road takes you on a guided food tour along Middle Road. Learn more about the various communities and immigrants that were once housed in the area—these communities also helped to shape Singapore’s food culture. While listening to stories about Middle Road’s gastronomic heritage, get to sample kueh while sipping on curated cocktails and cocktails.
5. Catch stage performances at Capitol Singapore
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Visit Capitol Singapore between August 25 and 26 and treat your ears to jazz and Asian melodies. An exciting lineup of local and international artists awaits, including local close-harmony trio The Sugar Bees; Thai jazz group The Sunny Trio; and local band Varsha who blends jazz, classical and pop-rock Indian music.
Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
