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.
Creative Encounters
When: Now until 10 November 2026
Where: The Pineapple Room at Capella Singapore
Following a successful inaugural session in July, Capella Singapore is redefining cultural dialogue with Creative Encounters, a new series designed to spark community-led discussions across various pillars: art, design, gastronomy, literature, wellness, film and culture. Hosted at The Pineapple Room, the series will continue with conversations about craft versus automation, cultural sustainability and more. Each 90-minute session will be open to 30 guests, with cocktails and light bites available before and after.
Toy Story x Peaceminusone: The First Fan
When: Now until 11 November 2026
Where: Clarke Quay
G-Dragon’s PEACEMINUSONE label teams up with Toy Story for a pop-up built on the idea that our childhood toys were our very first fans. Making its Southeast Asian debut after stops in Seoul, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Taipei, the exhibition is brought to Singapore by homegrown collectibles company Mighty Jaxx, and blends the label’s signature aesthetic with characters like Woody and Buzz Lightyear. Expect exclusive merchandise and interactive elements. Entry passes are priced at SGD 12 per ticket and can be purchased here.
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.
Street Scenes by Phil Penman
When: Now until 18 November 2026
Where: Leica Store South Beach Quarter
Hosted by Leica Singapore, Street Scenes brings together a selection of images from Phil Penman, a British-born, New York-based photographer who documents urban life across cities around the world. Through the eye of Penman, journey across New York, Paris, Tokyo, Naples and more, and look for moments that transform the familiar into something unexpected. More here.
Maria Taniguchi: Afterimage
When: Now until 22 November 2026
Where: SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Bringing together nearly two decades of Maria Taniguchi’s multidisciplinary practice, the artist’s first monographic exhibition is here to explore the recurring themes of repetition, time and labour. Through “brick paintings”, modular sculptures and video work, the show serves as a reminder to slow down and reflect on the quiet processes that bolster both creativity and everyday life. Details 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.
Upcoming events:
Patchwork of Times
When: 14 November 2026 to 3 January 2027
Where: SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
A tapestry of stories, ideas and perspectives await you at Patchwork of Times: A Think! Contemporary Primary School Exhibition. Presented by Singapore Art Museum, this programme brings together 23 artworks by 10-year-olds across the nation, who take on the past, present and future with bold ideas and boundless imagination. More information here.
Music for Comfort
When: 15 November 2026
Where: Shangri-La Singapore
Presented by Shangri-La Singapore and The Teng Company, Music for Comfort is an immersive wellness concert offering a journey of reflection, relaxation and emotional connection. Held across two sessions at the Island Ballroom, each 75-minute experience invites audiences to step away from life’s distractions and embrace the evocative sounds of traditional Chinese and contemporary instruments, research-informed soundscapes, guided mindfulness and immersive digital art. Tickets here.
Whisky Live
When: 21 and 22 November 2026
Where: EHL Campus
Making its return to EHL Campus, the 15th edition of Whisky Live Singapore will present 800 expressions of whisky, rum and other fine spirits. Highlights include the eight-cask Artist Nikka Whisky collection, Singapore-exclusive bottling and a recreation of Golden Promise, La Maison du Whisky’s bar in Paris. Tickets here.
Sienna Spiro comes to town
When: 11 January 2027
Where: Capitol Theatre
At just 20 years old, British singer-songwriter Sienna Spiro is a vocal powerhouse and one of the most compelling live performers of her generation. Known for hits like Die on This Hill and Material Lover, the Brit Awards Critics’ Choice Award nominee will be headed for Singapore, further cementing her status as a rising global force. Tickets here.
Featured photo by Robin Galiegue
