List of all arts and culture events in Singapore in 2024 / 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.
Shaping Hearts 2024, an annual art exhibition held in appreciation and support of artists with disabilities, makes a grand return from 19 October - 3 November 2024 at Our Tampines Hub (OTH). Other than exploring and buying paintings that offer insight into the artists’ experiences, visitors can engage in mouth painting and other sensory activities that highlight how these artists navigate their creative processes. Additionally, there will be hands-on activities and a bazaar offering merchandise, food and beverages on selected dates.
Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
39 Keppel Rd, #01-02, Singapore
Singapore Art Book Fair 2024 (SGABF 2024), the annual showcase of art books and zines, will take place from 25 - 27 October 2024 at the Singapore Art Museum (Tanjong Pagar Distripark). Featuring over 100 artists, designers, distributors, small presses, institutions, galleries, zinemakers and printmakers from Singapore and around the globe, this three-day expo promises to be a vibrant celebration of art and literature. Each year, the fair attracts more than 6,000 art and book enthusiasts over the weekend.
Affordable Art Fair Singapore 2024, Singapore's leading art marketplace, is back at the F1 Pit Building from 7 - 10 November 2024! This year, the fair celebrates its 15th anniversary in Singapore, coinciding with the global 25th anniversary since its launch in London. Over 80 galleries from locations as diverse as Brooklyn, Brighton, San Francisco, and Seoul will present thousands of original contemporary artworks throughout this four-day event. The fair encompasses diverse art forms - including sculptures, paintings, photographs and digital art - priced under S$15,000, making it accessible for all art lovers.
Mental Health Film Festival Singapore 2024 (MHFFS 2024), the fifth edition of this annual event promoting mental health awareness, will take place from 7 - 10 November 2024 at Suntec City. This year’s festival will feature six films that offer diverse perspectives on mental health from international filmmakers, accompanied by after-show panel discussions at GV Suntec. Additionally, there will be a showcase of short films by local students and a mental health exhibition in the Suntec City Atrium between Towers 3 and 4.
Singapore Writers Festival 2024, marking its 27th edition, is scheduled to take place from 8 - 17 November 2024. The annual literary festival in Singapore boasts a lineup of over 200 ticketed and free programmes, featuring more than 250 local and international presenters. Spanning ten days, the event includes meet-the-authors sessions, talks, panel discussions, workshops, performances, and exhibitions.
Singapore International Film Festival 2024 (SIFF 2024), now in its 35th edition, returns from 28 November - 8 December 2024. This premier film festival in the country will feature over 100 films from Southeast Asia and beyond during its 11-day run. Attendees can look forward to Q&A sessions with filmmakers, interactive forums, networking parties and more.
Sands Expo & Convention Centre
10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore, Singapore
ART SG 2025, the third edition of Southeast Asia's leading art exhibition, is set to take place during the Singapore Art Week from 16 - 19 January 2025 at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands (MBS). This year's art fair will feature prominent galleries and emerging art spaces from around the globe, presented across three gallery sectors: GALLERIES, FOCUS and FUTURES. In addition to the art exhibition, the event will include a curated programme of daily talks, large-scale art installations and screenings of film and moving images.
Singapore Art Week 2025 (SAW 2025), the 13th edition of Singapore's premier annual arts festival, will be held from 17 - 26 January 2025, at multiple venues across the island. Art enthusiasts and the general public alike will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in an artistic 10-day celebration, with over 100 free and ticketed art events showcasing new works and international collaborations.
Chingay 2025, the 53rd edition of Singapore's renowned Chinese New Year street parade, returns for two exciting nights on 7 & 8 February 2025! Attendees will immerse in a vibrant festive atmosphere, marvel at intricately designed Chingay floats, and enjoy multicultural street performances by talented community performers. After the parade, selected floats and performances will also visit the heartlands, allowing residents who couldn’t attend the event in person to experience the celebration and enjoy the festivities up close.
