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.
Flavours of Martell
When: Now until 3 March 2026
Where: Various restaurants
Martell returns with the second edition of Flavours of Martell, inviting diners to experience the way Cognac can play an integral role in Chinese festive cuisine. At Peach Blossoms, Summer Palace and Royal China, see how Martell’s liquid gold adds warmth and complexity to familiar flavours through various festive menus that go beyond tradition.
The House of Martell
When: 5 to 12 February 2026
Where: ION Orchard, B4 Indoor Atrium
In celebration of the Year of the Horse, Martell is presenting the L’Or de Jean Martell Zodiac Edition – Assemblage du Cheval. See it in the flesh at an immersive open-house, where The House of Martell will welcome you with gestures of good fortune, just like what one experiences during a Chinese New Year house visit. Look forward to red packets, coupons and personalised couplets done by a local calligrapher.
Noctilux: Into the Lightfall
When: Now until 4 March 2026
Where: Leica Store South Beach Quarter
Brought to you by Leica, this photo exhibition is a celebration of technical mastery and artistic expression realised through one of photography’s most renowned lenses, the Noctilux. See how light is revealed as more than something that illuminates the dark, becoming a shaping force by isolating subjects, sculpting space and unveiling quiet moments.
Cirque du Soleil: Kooza
When: 6 February to 29 March 2026
Where: Bayfront Event Space
In this dazzling journey of acrobatics, laughter and human connection, Kooza is a return to Cirque du Soleil’s early days, packed with athletic prowess and slapstick comedy. Join in on an emotional ride of self-discovery, with plenty of surprises along the way. Tickets here.
Meatsmith’s 12th birthday
When: 7 February 2026
Where: Meatsmith
Meatsmith is turning 12 and that calls for a special collaboration with Adam Roberts, Australia’s most awarded pitmaster. At the reservations-only event, look forward to a special menu of bold smoke-driven flavours and low-and-slow wood-fired cooking. Book here.
Into the Modern
When: Now until 1 March 2026
Where: City Hall Wing, Level 3
Explore the largest French Impressionist exhibition in Southeast Asia, where iconic works by Pierre-August Renoir, Claude Monet and the like will be on display. Developed by the Museum of Fine Arts Boston in collaboration with National Gallery Singapore, this exhibition will highlight the enduring impact of Impressionism through themes of urban life, gender, land and environment. Book here.
Worlds Beyond Reality – Monet’s Legacy II
When: Now until 28 March 2026
Where: Kwai Fung Hin Art Gallery
After 35 years of dedication to artists and their creative developments, Kwai Fung Hin, a homegrown art gallery in Hong Kong, has launched its first overseas outpost at South Beach. Its inaugural exhibition, Worlds Beyond Reality – Monet’s Legacy II, takes viewers on a stroll through Monet’s garden in Giverny and the personal gardens of eight artists across generations. Look forward to an 1887 Monet masterpiece, set alongside the works of prominent contemporary artists like Teo Eng Seng, Ziad Dalloul and the like.
À Table!
When: 7 February to 18 April 2026
Where: Alliance Française de Singapour
Dive into the rich and living world of French wine, shaped by landscapes, craftsmanship and centuries of shared knowledge. Brought to you by Alliance Française de Singapour and the Cité du Vin, the exhibition presents a journey from vineyard to glass, revealing the many layers that make wine a cultural heritage and sensory experience. There will be a variety of events, including a guided tasting, where sound and taste intertwine, and a travelling theatre experience with wine tastings woven throughout. More here.
Nafasan Bumi ~ An Endless Harvest
When: Now until 31 May 2026
Where: Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
At the third edition of the Singapore Art Museum’s Material Intelligence project—a platform for Southeast Asian artists pushing the boundaries of material practice—Indonesian artists Elia Nurvista and Bagus Pandega highlight the urgent global conversations in contemporary art. In a play of contrasts, the exhibition addresses environmental costs of economic growth, probing the infrastructures of extraction, colonial legacies and climate crisis. More here.
Peacock Power: Beauty and Symbolism Across Cultures
When: Now until 30 August 2026
Where: Peranakan Museum
For a bird with dazzling feathers and a spectacular tail, it’s no wonder the peacock has long symbolised beauty, power and divinity. For centuries, its striking form has captivated artists of various cultures. At the Peranakan Museum, treasures from the National Collection and important lenders explore the bird’s presence in a broad range of artistic disciplines. Through colourful displays and interactive stations, see how it has moved between regions and contexts, and get to know the way artistic traditions evolve through exchange. Tickets start at S$6.
Fear No Power
When: Now until 15 November 2026
Where: National Gallery Singapore
Fear No Power: Women Imagining Otherwise explores the power of art through the perspectives of five trailblazing female artists from Southeast Asia. With the significance of women-centred approaches in shaping contemporary art across the region, this landmark exhibition will feature over 50 works from the 1960s to 2010s, many of which will be shown in Singapore for the first time. More here.
Future World by teamLab
When: Ongoing
Where: ArtScience Museum
Embark on a journey of discovery spanning two immersive realms—City in Nature and Exploring New Frontiers—and allow yourself to immerse yourself in a world of art, science and magic through interactive digital installations. Tickets here.
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A special Valentine’s Day at Quenino
When: 13 and 14 February 2026
Where: Quenino
Yes, Valentine’s Day is one of many commercial constructs, but if it means celebrating love over some excellent food, why the hell not. For just two days, Quenino will set the scene for couples with a six-course menu, drawing on Southeast Asian flavours and the childhood cravings of chef de cuisine Sujatha Asokan. At S$260 per person, the menu spotlights the best of the land and sea (Stone Axe M9 wagyu, anybody?), with the option for a wine or sparkling tea pairing. Book here.
Valentine’s Day at Cé La Vi
When: 14 February 2026
Where: Cé La Vi Singapore
Celebrate everyone’s special day over an intimate meal with a view of Singapore. At Cé La Vi Singapore, special Valentine’s Day three-course lunch and five-course dinner menus have been created, with a complimentary bottle of Maison 21G perfume (worth S$150) available if you dine in the day. Book here.
Casa de Coraçao: House of Hearts
When: 14 February 2026
Where: Sambaroom
Designed for the unapologetically single, Casa de Coraçao: House of Hearts is a high-energy night fuelled by rhythm, movement and a DJ-led mix of R&B, hip-hop and house. Ladies may enjoy free walk-ins from 9.30pm to 11.30pm, while gentlemen may enter with a ticket inclusive of one complimentary drink. Tickets here.
OneRepublic returns to Singapore
When: 2 March 2026
Where: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Grammy-nominated pop-rock band OneRepublic is making a return to Singapore with their From Asia, With Love tour. Expect an electrifying night of new material and their biggest hits, such as Counting Stars, Apologise and I Ain’t Worried. Tickets here.
Les Misérables
When: 24 March to 10 May 2026
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Fans of Les Misérables, let this be music to your ears. Cameron Mackintosh’s production of Boublil and Schönberg’s musical is back as a record-breaking World Tour, featuring an exciting new design with a cast and orchestra of over 65 members. Look forward to Victor Hugo’s classic tale of broken dreams, love, sacrifice and redemption, told through a magnificent score of iconic songs and seen by over 130 million people worldwide. Tickets here.
Featured photo by Martell
