Singapore Arts & Culture Events 2025

List of all arts and culture events in Singapore in 2025, 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.


Pesta Raya 2025 (Singapore)

Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay, Singapore 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore, Singapore

Pesta Raya 2025, a celebration of Malay theatre, dance and music, will take place over four days at the Esplanade from 1 - 4 May 2025. Featuring 20 events, both free and ticketed, the festival honours the rich diversity and cultural treasures of the Malay community. Audiences can expect a bustling art and retail marketplace, thrilling silat demonstrations, dynamic showcases of traditional and contemporary music, captivating dance performances, and more.

Free

Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema 2025

Tanjong Beach, Sentosa Tanjong Beach, Sentosa, Singapore

Hendrick's Sunset Cinema 2025, an open-air cinema experience at Tanjong Beach Sentosa, will take place every Thursday to Sunday from 8 - 25 May 2025. Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Sentosa's beachfront, guests can enjoy films that have captivated audiences at Sundance, Cannes, and Hollywood, including "Gladiator II", "Free Solo", and "Wicked", all under the stars. Pairing these cinematic gems with a selection of snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, this open-air cinema offers the perfect setting for couples and friends to unwind after work or over the weekend.

SGD44.80

Singapore International Festival of Arts 2025 (SIFA 2025)

Singapore

Singapore International Festival of Arts 2025 (SIFA 2025), the nation’s largest privately organised arts festival, returns from 16 May - 1 June 2025, bringing a mixture of events to venues across the island, including highlights at the Asian Civilisations Museum and Bedok Town Square. Audiences can look forward to a dynamic lineup of both ticketed and free programmes, featuring art installations, music and theatre performances, thought-provoking talks, and exhibitions, promising something for everyone to experience and enjoy.

Free

Singapore Children’s Book Festival 2025

Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) 80 Bencoolen St, Singapore

Singapore Children's Book Festival 2025 (SCBF 2025), the second edition of the annual celebration of local children’s literature, will take place over three days from 20 - 22 June 2025 at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA). The festival promises to be a captivating experience for young readers, families, and literary enthusiasts, featuring a diverse range of activities, including a book fair, an illustrators' gallery, book launches, workshops, talks, and storytelling sessions by authors, creators and publishers.

Xinyao Concert 2025 (Singapore)

Singapore Indoor Stadium 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore

Xinyao Concert 2025 (《明天43》梦回青春新瑶演唱会2025), the 43rd edition of Singapore’s iconic folk music celebration, is set to make its grand return on 21 June 2025 at the Singapore Indoor Stadium. This year’s concert will feature 30 of Singapore’s beloved singers spanning multiple generations, including renowned stars like Mavis He 许美静, Roy Li 黎沸挥, Joanna Dong 董姿彦, and Leelian Chua 蔡礼莲.

SGD50

EOY J-Culture Festival 2025

Raffles City Convention Centre Raffles City Convention Centre, 80 Bras Basah Road, Singapore

EOY J-Culture Festival 2025, the 15th edition of the annual celebration of Japanese pop culture, will take place over two days from 27 - 28 December 2025 at the Raffles City Convention Centre. As with previous editions, attendees can expect a vibrant J-culture merchandise fair, featuring everything from official anime collectibles to fan-made creations at the popular Creators’ Alley. Beyond the marketplace, the festival promises an exciting lineup of Japanese pop music performances, cosplay showcases, photography sessions, and much more!

Singapore Art Week 2026 (SAW 2026)

Singapore

Singapore Art Week 2026 (SAW 2026), the 14th edition of the nation’s premier annual arts festival, returns from 22 - 31 January 2026, bringing art to life across multiple venues island-wide. Over 10 days, art enthusiasts and the general public can immerse themselves in more than 100 free and ticketed events, featuring exciting new works, international collaborations, and diverse expressions across visual arts, performance, and public installations.

Free

ART SG 2026 (Singapore)

Sands Expo & Convention Centre 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore, Singapore

ART SG 2026, the fourth edition of Southeast Asia's leading art fair, returns during Singapore Art Week, from 23 - 25 January 2026 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands. This year’s edition will showcase a diverse mix of renowned international galleries and emerging art spaces from around the world, presented across three curated sectors: GALLERIES, FOCUS, and FUTURES.

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