Singapore Arts & Culture Events 2026 / 2027

List of all arts and culture events in Singapore in 2026 / 2027, including performances, screenings, plays, dramas and skits, talks, tours on a myriad of genres from dance, film, literary, photography, music, theatre, visual, culture, history to multidisciplinary.


  • Singapore Night Festival 2026

    Bras Basah.Bugis National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, Singapore

    Singapore Night Festival 2026 (SNF 2026), Singapore's iconic annual after-dark celebration, returns for 16 enchanting nights from 21 August - 5 September 2026. Centered around the theme, WHERE LEGENDS UNFOLD, this year's festival explores the myths, legends and folklore that have shaped Singapore and the wider Southeast Asian region. Drawing inspiration from the rich history and cultural significance of Bukit Larangan (present-day Fort Canning Park) located next to the festival grounds, the event celebrates the enduring power of storytelling and how these narratives are passed down through generations, shaping our understanding of place, community, identity and shared heritage.

    Free
  • Singapore Art Book Fair 2026

    72-13 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Rd, Singapore

    Singapore Art Book Fair 2026 (SGABF 2026), the country's annual showcase of art books, zines, and independent publishing, returns from 28 - 30 August 2026 at T:>Works on Mohamed Sultan Road, marking a departure from its usual home in Tanjong Pagar. Building on the success of previous editions, this three-day fair will bring together over 100 local and international artists, designers, publishers, distributors, small presses, institutions, galleries, zinemakers and printmakers.

  • Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships 2026 (Singapore)

    Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza, 391A Orchard Road, Singapore

    Ngee Ann City National Lion Dance Championships 2026 (義安城全国舞狮锦标赛2026) returns for its landmark 30th edition, bringing the excitement of Singapore's premier lion dance competition back to Ngee Ann City along Orchard Road from 7 - 12 September 2026. As with the last edition, this prestigious event features the thrilling semifinals and finals, showcasing the artistry and athleticism of both Northern and Southern lion dance traditions. Troupes from across the region will compete for top honours in three main categories: Traditional Southern, Freestyle High-Poles Southern and Freestyle Northern.

    Free
  • Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2026

    F1 Pit Building 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore

    Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2026, the 19th edition of the annual pop-up marketplace for accessible contemporary art, returns to the F1 Pit Building from 26 - 29 November 2026. Continuing its long-standing commitment to affordability, every artwork at the fair is priced below S$15,000, with 75% of pieces available for under S$7,500. This year's edition brings together 95 galleries from Singapore and around the world, presenting thousands of original works spanning painting, sculpture, photography, digital art, and more.

  • ART SG 2027 (Singapore)

    Sands Expo & Convention Centre (Hall A) 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore, Singapore

    ART SG 2027, the fifth edition of Southeast Asia's leading annual art fair, returns to the Sands Expo & Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) from 21 - 24 January 2027 as part of Singapore Art Week. Beyond the main exhibition, visitors can expect an exciting line-up of daily talks, large-scale installations and screenings of film and moving-image works. Bringing together more than 100 international galleries and an anticipated audience of over 40,000 visitors, ART SG 2027 is set to once again cement its position as a major highlight on the global art calendar.

  • Singapore Art Week 2027 (SAW 2027)

    Singapore

    Singapore Art Week 2027 (SAW 2027), the 15th edition of the country's leading annual arts festival, returns from 21 - 31 January 2027, transforming venues across the island into spaces for artistic experiences. With an expanded 11-day programme, up from 10 days last year, the festival offers participants more than 100 free and ticketed events across the island. Festival-goers can expect bold new commissions, international collaborations and a rich showcase of artistic expressions spanning visual arts, performance and public installations.

    Free
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