Mark Your Calendars!
Singapore hosts all kinds of festivals and fairs that celebrate the art and music. Here are some of the many annual events to look forward to in 2018 and 2019.
Baybeats
17 to 19 August 2018 Showcasing an impressive line-up of local and foreign singers and musicians, this three- day alternative music festival is gearing up for another big instalment in 2018. Launched in 2002, the annual festival features a diverse variety of musical genres and attracts thousands of musicians and festival-goers each year. fb.com/baybeats
Singapore Night Festival
17 to 25 August 2018 This free nocturnal extravaganza includes interactive light performances and installations – a signature highlight that transforms facades of the National Museum of Singapore and Singapore Art Museum into ephemeral works of art – as well as dance, music and installation artworks by local talents in the heart of the Bras Basah and Bugis precinct, one of Singapore’s best-known arts and heritage districts. nightfest.sg
Affordable Art Fair
16 to 18 November 2018 Offering a diverse range of contemporary artworks from both seasoned and emerging international artists, this popular fair makes art accessible to everyone, with all works priced between $100 and $15,000. Educate yourself with expert advice or get your hands dirty in artsy demonstrations. affordableartfair.com/singapore
Zoukout
December 2018 Renowned for its non-stop dusk-to-dawn partying, this annual two-day outdoor dance music festival held at Siloso Beach, Sentosa, has seen some massive names hitting the decks, including Paul Van Dyk, Gilles Peterson, Richie Hawtin, Armin Van Buuren and Stereo MCS. Expect another stunning line-up of international DJS this year. zoukout.com
Singapore Art Week
19 to 27 January 2019 The country’s visual arts scene is at its most vibrant during this festival, as art lovers immerse themselves in gallery exhibitions, film screenings, seminars and artist talks, to pop-up events and installations, at numerous venues across the city. One key event is Art Stage Singapore, held at Marina Bay Sands, a global gathering that connects art collectors and corporate buyers with artists, galleries, institutions and visitors. artweek.sg
Singapore International Festival of Arts
17 May to 2 June 2019 Visitors can look forward to fascinating performances and workshops at the Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA), which brings together the best of local and international artists in theatre, dance and music. sifa.sg