Happenings this week
We highlight the best our city has to offer and what’s keeping it abuzz. Here are the best things you can do in Singapore this week.
Breathing Room by Jason Ting
When: 24 to 27 July 2025
Where: Instinc Space
Need a quick getaway from the noise and distractions of life? Seek comfort in the meditative enclosure of Breathing Room, a multimedia installation built as a sanctuary of stillness and reflection, not for viewers to zone out, but to reconnect with themselves in order to re-engage with the world with greater care. More here.
Coast to Toast: Seoul Edition
When: 25 July 2025
Where: HighHouse
Founded by graphic designer and DJ Jinmoo Choi, Kompakt Record Bar has become a cult favourite that bridges Seoul’s underground music scene with fashion art and style. For one night only, this vinyl cocktail bar from Apgujeong’s Gangnam district will be at HighHouse from 11pm to 3am, offering beats by Jinmoo, Bigter and Roof, and drinks powered by Hendrick’s. Tickets here.
Happy Together: Visions of Gladness
When: Now until 27 July 2025
Where: Whitestone Gallery
Explore how happiness is expressed, shared and celebrated across cultures. Featuring immersive artworks by five contemporary artists (Goldie Poblador, Krit Ngamsom, Kumari Nahappan, Mulyana and Yuree Kensaku), this exhibition captures the rich emotional landscape of Southeast Asia, revealing happiness not as something that’s short-lived but one that’s shaped by strength found in unity and adversity.
Nouri x Wana Yook
When: 26 to 27 July 2025
Where: Nouri
Chalee Kader (Wana Yook, Bangkok), a chef known for his Thai-Indian heritage and bold, ingredient-led approach to Thai cuisine, will be teaming up with Ivan Brehm (Nouri, Singapore) on a one-off collaborative menu. Eat your way through Brehm’s philosophy of cultural curiosity and shared flavours, and uncover the stories of trade and migration that stand behind the dishes. Book here.
Woo KukWon: Universe’s Universe
When: 26 July to 30 August 2025
Where: Tang Contemporary Art
Marking an important moment in Woo KukWon’s evolving practice, the Korean artist’s first solo exhibition in Singapore is designed in reference to the cosmic scale of the unknown as well as Woo’s daughter, Universe (우주). There will be 22 new paintings created, each illustrating Universe’s unfiltered perception of the world and offering entry points for emotional recognition without the need for literal understanding. More here.
A House of Guigal pairing dinner
When: 29 July 2025
Where: FYSH at Edition
Hosted by François Barel of Grand Vin, this intimate dinner will showcase an exceptional four-course menu by Josh Niland (FYSH at Edition), complemented by wines from the esteemed E. Guigal winery. At S$168 a head, embark on this sensorial journey, where conversation will (hopefully) flow as smoothly as the wine itself. Book here.
Dyson’s colourway experience pop-up
When: Now until 30 July 2025
Where: Takashimaya Shopping Centre
Any time you’re in town this month, swing by Dyson’s pop-up for one-on-one styling, live demos and the chance to win something.
SOS Kumar
When: Now until 3 August 2025
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
There’s no better way to celebrate Singapore’s 60th than enjoying a night of laughter with local standup comic, Kumar. Together with his fabulous “Gorgeous Riotous Crew” of drag queens and dancers, join him for a wild ride of quirky (and current) affairs and love-hate relationships with cultural icons, told with a brand of humour that’s bold, loud and unapologetically Singaporean. Tickets here.
Hannes Schmid: A Life in Pictures
When: Now until 10 August 2025
Where: Appetite
Celebrating the extraordinary oeuvre of an artist with an incredible view of life and humanity, this exhibition by Hannes Schmid brings to life the spirit of a place, culture and moment. See his three celebrated bodies of work—For Gods Only, a series chronicling Chinese street opera and calligraphy; Blackstage, a series of portraits of music legends; and Fashion & Wildlife, where he elevates fashion photography with raising awareness for endangered species.
Heman Chong’s first major survey exhibition
When: Now until 17 August 2025
Where: SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Heman Chong: This is a dynamic list and may never be able to satisfy particular standards for completeness is the first major survey exhibition by the prolific multifaceted artist. Bringing together 50 artworks and new commissions from the early 2000s to the present, the show will examine Chong’s post-conceptual strategies and gestures, expressed through works that work through image, text, performances and situations. More here.
Singapore at 60
When: Now until 17 August 2025
Where: Artspace @ Helutrans
In celebration of Singapore’s big 60, this exhibition reflects on the continuous work of Singapore as a nation, showcasing over 90 works (artist’s proofs) from Chong Huai Seng’s extensive private art collection. Works range from the 1940s to 2025 by over 50 artists, with themes such as worlding, diaspora and trans-locality integral to the Singapore identity. Admission is free; guided tours are also available on weekends. More here.
Pop Air
When: Now until 31 August 2025
Where: Marina Bay Sands
Balloon Museum presents Pop Air, a collective exhibition featuring national and international artists with works surrounding the theme of air. See groundbreaking works come together in a visually stunning and emotionally engaging journey, and experience a new form of sociality through art. Tickets here.
Framed: A Murder Mystery
When: Daily
Where: National Gallery Singapore
Combining the love of video games and real-life immersive experiences, the National Gallery Singapore has collaborated with Hidden on Framed: A Murder Mystery, a fun, new way of discovering art. Available on the phone for solo explorers or otherwise, one will play the accused murderer, solving puzzles and uncovering hidden secrets as they explore the various exhibitions. Tickets are at S$29.90 per participant, inclusive of a general admission pass to the National Gallery itself.
Coming up:
JYOTY’s Asia tour
When: 1 August 2025
Where: MDLR
Rinse FM tastemaker, viral Boiler Room phenomenon, and internationally celebrated DJ, JYOTY’s return to Singapore will be a show that shouldn’t be missed. Fans can look forward to her iconic genre-defying sets that have electrified dance floors worldwide, and immersive sets that spark discovery, movement and emotional connection. Tickets here.
SG60 Cocktails by the Bay
When: 1 August to 30 September 2025
Where: Monti
Singapore’s turning 60, and what better way to celebrate than with a drink and a view of the river and cityscape? Over two months, Monti will be offering any three cocktails for s$60 from a lineup of locally inspired drinks, each a recollection of well-loved local flavours like pandan, laksa and gula melaka. Reserve here.
SG60 Beyond the Skyline
When: 9 August 2025
Where: Club Lounge at Cé La Vi
Come in your favourite red and white attire and celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday with panoramic views, nostalgic bites and cocktails. Look forward to traditional favourites like ice gem biscuits and Singaporean ice cream sandwiches, and don’t forget to stay for a spectacular display of fireworks and aerial showcases that will light up the Marina Bay skyline. Book here.
Camila Cabello: Yours, C tour
When: 12 August 2025
Where: The Star Theatre
Camila Cabello is coming to Singapore as part of her highly anticipated Yours, C tour. Known for her high-energy live performances, the multi-award-winning and Diamond-certified singer-songwriter will bring along a discography of unforgettable smash hits, including Señorita, Bam Bam and Never Be The Same. Fans can also expect her to bring her gloriously chaotic album from 2024 to live. Tickets here.
Featured photo by Raffles Singapore
