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.
The Trackside
When: Now until 11 October 2026
Where: Ion Orchard
As Singapore gears up for the Grand Prix this weekend, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula One Team (VCARB) has returned to Ion Orchard with The Trackside, a one-of-a-kind showcase by Visa, Hugo and Tudor. The pop-up brings fans closer to the team through race-inspired installations, official merchandise, photo opportunities and exclusive rewards, offering a chance to meet drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad on 7 October 2026.
Race to SushiSamba
When: Now until 11 October 2026
Where: SushiSamba Singapore
Make your Formula One week complete with some race-inspired maki rolls and cocktails at SushiSamba Singapore, 52 levels up Capital Tower in the heart of Singapore’s CBD. Book here.
The LeVeL33 Night Race experience
When: 9 to 11 October 2026
Where: LeVeL33
Experience the Singapore Grand Prix from 33 levels above the Marina Bay Street Circuit, where you’ll also enjoy freshly brewed craft beer, contemporary eats and panoramic views of the Marina Bay skyline. Food is available à la carte or multi-course, complemented by a three-hour free-flow beverage package that includes beer, wine, spirits and cocktails.
National Museum of Singapore celebrates 139 years
When: 10 to 18 October 2026
Where: National Museum of Singapore
The National Museum of Singapore is celebrating its 139th birthday with festivities honouring the lived experiences of Singaporeans across generations, while creating new memories with revamped museum grounds. Step into the renewed Singapore History Gallery, learn about the world of Orang Laut, and visit the National Living Room, an immersive installation that recreates a living room from the past.
Lights Out feat. Carl Cox
When: 11 October 2026
Where: Club Lounge at Cé La Vi
End your Singapore Grand Prix weekend with a night of Carl Cox magic. The dance music legend from the UK will be taking over the decks at Cé La Vi, bringing you techno and full-throttle energy, from 10pm till late. Tickets here.
Marina Bay Sands celebrates F1 with Scuderia Ferrari HP
When: Now until 25 October 2026
Where: Marina Bay Sands
As Marina Bay Sands shifts into high gear for this year’s F1, visitors and fans of Ferrari can look forward to various activations. Highlights include Ferrari’s first official retail pop-up in Asia, a display of a Ferrari SF21 at the hotel lobby, and various entertainment and culinary festivities. Those who looking for the most immersive experience can sign up for a S$100,000 five-night stay at the Paiza Grand Suite, where both guests will enjoy invite-only access to exclusive parties, in-circuit race access, close-ups with Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, and more.
Sunset Sound Healing
When: 29 October 2026
Where: The Singapore Edition
The Singapore Edition has launched a monthly wellness experience, where guests are invited to float in the rooftop pool (S$95) or recline on a sundeck chair (S$80) as the sound of a gong washes over them. Set at sunset from 7pm to 8pm, the session is designed to help participants take a pause, slow down, breathe and reset. A fresh towel, fruit-infused water and sandwiches for takeaway will be included. Book here.
Samba & Sake
When: Now until 31 October 2026
Where: SushiSamba Singapore
In celebration of World Sake Day, SushiSamba’s Samba & Sake has brought together four expressions of sake, paired with its signature dishes. Available at S$188++, the menu features dishes including lobster taquitos, nigiri and Chilean sea bass anticuchos. Guests are also welcome to try two new sake cocktails available throughout the month. Book here.
Jo Malone London x Jypsy
When: Now until 31 October 2026
Where: Jypsy One Fullerton and Jypsy Parkland Green
In a collaboration that will indulge your senses, Jo Malone London’s new Sea Salt & Bergamot Cologne is reimagined through a limited-time menu of bright citrus and fresh coastal flavours, available at both Jypsy One Fullerton and Parkland Green. Discover Jo Malone’s fragrance pairing at a dedicated scent bar at the restaurants, and don’t leave without a voucher redeemable for a three-piece Discovery Kit and scent-layering experience.
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The Singapore Masters Show
When: Now until 1 November 2026
Where: Opera Gallery Singapore
Sound operates not as accompaniment but as a curatorial medium, offering a new way to experience modern and contemporary art. To explore the shared ideas and cultural contexts that have shaped visual art and music, this exhibition brings together over 30 works by the likes of Pablo Picasso and Andy Warhol, incorporated with soundscapes curated by Julian Casablancas, frontman of The Strokes and The Voidz.
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.
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.
Featured photo by Robin Galiegue
