Travel + Leisure - India & South Asia
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ROOFTOP BARS, UNDERGROUND clubs, whiskey bars, hip speakeasies—you’ll find them all in Singapore at vibrant nightlife hotspots like Ann Siang Hill, Dempsey Hill, Clarke Quay, and Boat Quay. Try out cutting edge cocktails and ingenuity in mixology as you go club-hopping from Attica to Altitude, the world’s highest al fresco bar on the 63rd floor of 1 Raffles Place. At Bar Stories in Haji Lane, try Miss Joaquim, a cocktail inspired by Singapore’s national flower—the orchid. At Ah Sam
Cold Drink Stall, relish cocktails using distinctly Singaporean and Asian ingredients such as laksa leaves (savoury herb), coconut milk, and gula melaka (palm sugar). Whisky connoisseurs should check out The Whisky Distillery at Marina Bay Sands, which offers over 200 whiskies sourced from the best distilleries in Scotland and Japan, including closed distilleries, and The Grande Whisky Collection at ION Orchard for tours and tastings.
If you like to indulge in an evening of live music, Singapore has plenty of places to serenade you. Local bands thrive in the city with ample spaces that feature musical acts. Then there are grand stages like Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, a performing arts centre located near the mouth of the Singapore River that consists of a 1,600-seat concert hall and a theatre with a capacity of about 2,000 guests.
Live it up while staying at the most iconic hotels from Chinatown to Downtown—soak in the old world heritage of Fullerton or Raffles Hotel and relax in the world’s largest rooftop pool while
looking over Singapore’s skyline at Marina Bay Sands. From beach parties, outdoor concerts, to festivals that celebrate genres like club culture, it’s a dizzying calendar building up to a crescendo in December.
Singapore International Jazz Festival MARCH
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The perfect venue to immerse in a music-filled weekend with worldclass music from classical jazz to legendary blues performances.
Singapore Cocktail Festival MAY
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Asia’s largest celebration of cocktails and an opportunity to interact with an international line-up of mixologists and savour artisanal spirits.
Asia’s 50 Best Bars MAY
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An exciting showcase of the superlative and most innovative in the drinks industry, where you can mingle over bold concoctions and bar food. Check out cutting edge bars like Operation Dagger and Oxwell and Co at locations such as Ann Siang Hill and Dempsey Hill.
Ultra Singapore JUNE
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An EDM festival over two days featuring top electronic, house, and techno acts. Buzzing festival atmosphere, unparalleled stage design, top-notch production, and a tribe of partygoers make for an awesome experience.
Grand Prix Season Singapore I
13-22 SEPTEMBER
Undoubtedly the crown jewel of Singapore’s event calendar, the iconic FORMULA 1 night race revs up for its 12th edition in 2019. Catch the best of Singapore’s vibrant lifestyle experiences—bigger parties, special menus, and exciting retail promotions available during this period.
Wine Fiesta OCTOBER
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Taste fine wines from across the world, expert-led classes and knowledge sharing by winemakers. Wine tastings are paired with specially curated gourmet fare.
Zouk Out 1-2 DECEMBER
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With 16 hours of epic EDM tunes, approximate 30,000 revellers and the world’s tops DJs, Asia’s largest dance music festival is back at Siloso beach. Organised by homegrown club Zouk, the 19th edition boasts international DJs, bars, and food stalls spread across the sprawling festival grounds. Get wowed by laser shows, pyrotechnics, back-to-back DJ sets, and a cool beach party.
Marina Bay Singapore Countdown DECEMBER
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Ring in the New Year at the iconic carnival in the heart of the city from early evening into the night. The Countdown party has an electric atmosphere with stunning visual displays and fireworks. Catch light projection shows at The Merlion statue, Fullerton Hotel, and ArtScience Museum besides a Food Truck Fest.