PUBLISHED June 29th, 2016 02:07 pm | UPDATED June 30th, 2016 05:14 pm
With Independence Day right around the corner, exercise your eleventh amendment right to party, eat, and dance away. Do justice to the iconic American holiday this year at any one of these spots in Singapore.
P.S. Not all of the events are happening on the 4th of July (which happens to be a Monday), but now you have the freedom to choose, right?
MEATliquor: EATs, BEATs, and TREATs, Americana Edition
Following the sold-out success of previous editions, MEATliquor is back with its 11th edition of EATs, BEATs and TREATs this Saturday, aptly themed Americana. Keeping true to the tried-and-tested formula of rolling good times, enjoy free flow of booze and chargrilled American-style grub – think Gunpowder Shrimp, Dead Hippie, and Braai Cajun Spiced Chicken – while dancing the noon away to eclectic beats from DJ Oliver Osborne. When the legs tire out, recharge and treat yourself to some newly added Jim Beam cocktails like the Citrus Highball, Jim Ice Tea, and Beam-jito.
When: Saturday, 2 July 2016, 1pm to 4pm
Cost: $90++ per person
MEATliquor is located at 99 Duxton Rd, Singapore 089543, p. 6221 5343. Tables must be booked in advance. For more details, check out the event page here.
The Beast: Star Spangled Shindig
Head down in your best Red, White and Blue as The Beast dishes out all things American for a Star Spangled Shindig. Tuck into a giant BBQ platter with Jim Beam Honey grilled pork belly, 10-hour beef brisket, bourbon glazed BBQ wings, slaw, roasted vegetables, and corn on the cob – classic American comfort food for the soul. Drink craft beers at $14, Fireball Cinnamon whisky shots at $10, and the aptly-named Taste of Freedom Punch at $12. And let’s not forget beer pong and live music up all night long.
When: Saturday, 2 July 2016, 5pm till late
Cost: Free entry!
The Beast is located at 17 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199329, p. 6295 0017. For more details, check out the event page here.
MeatSmith: Hotdogs, Booze, Tunes, and Freedom
Our favourite meatatarians down at Telok Ayer are celebrating their 240th day of independence for the red, white, and blue in the best way possible: with hotdogs, freedom fries, booze, and tunes supplied by DJ Krish. With six chefs on hand, look forward to the Koi Soi Dog by Bjorn Shen, the Croque Madame Dog by Andrei Soen, the Pretzel Dog by Dan Segall, and many more. As the old adage goes, there’s no party like a hot dog party.
When: Saturday, 2 July 2016, 12pm till late
Cost: Free entry!
MeatSmith is located at 167-169 Telok Ayer St, Singapore 068620, p. 6221 2262. For more details, check out the event page here.
burger joint: American Brews and Titos Vodka Cocktails
It’s one long weekend of great burgers and specially-tailored $10 cocktails by Titos Vodka like The Rockets Red Glare, I Love My Blue Stripes, and Thank My Lucky Stars. at the burger joint NYC. Also, all 18 beers on tap will be American brews!
When: Saturday to Saturday, 2 – 3 July 2016, 6pm till late
Cost: Free entry!
burger joint is located at 115 Amoy Street #01-03, Singapore 069935, p. 6221 8648. For more details, check out the event page here.
Camp Kilo Charcoal Club: Beats, BBQ & Booze
Come Independence Day, Camp Kilo Charcoal Club and Decker BBQ Restaurant will be joining hands to serve up some of the best on their racks in an evening of hearty meats, a tipple or two, and catchy tunes. Think American funk and soul music spun through the night by DJ Brendon P, classic American cocktails by Proof & Co. featuring American spirits, craft beers by California’s Coronado Brewing Company, and of course, juicy meat platters prepared by both Camp Kilo and Decker. Each sharing platter is good for two, with your choice of 3 meats, 3 sides, rolls, and the quintessential American apple pie.
When: Monday, 4 July 2016, 4pm to 10.30pm
Cost: $50+ per person
Camp Kilo Charcoal Club is located at 66 Kampong Bugis #01-01, Singapore 338987, p. 6467 3987. For more details, check out the event page here.
Tanjong Beach Club: Stars and Stripes ft. DJ Parrish James & DJ Casie Lane
Tanjong Beach Club brings the Land of Freedom closer to us with all-American jams and hip hop mesh by LA-born Parrish James and our dear local American girl Casie Lane. Don your greatest red, white, and blue getup and get ready for a night of wild and free, sunset cheers, and obviously, beer pong. Book early for your luxe daybeds and cabanas!
When: Sunday, 3 July 2016, 2pm to 11pm
Cost: Free entry!
Tanjong Beach Club is located at 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, Sentosa, Singapore 098942, p. 9750 5323. For more details, check out the event page here.
Hero’s: Independence Day Karaoke Party
It’s a star spangled special edition of Hero’s monthly Karaoke Night this Sunday, hosted by Todd Eberline of UpNext Karaoke. Belt out classic American & America-inspired tunes – think American Boy, Sweet Home Alabama, Born In The USA, or American Pie… the possibilities are endless. When you get thirsty from all that singing, drink up with Pure Blondes and Fireball shots going for $10 all night!
When: Sunday, 3 July 2016, 5pm till late
Cost: Free entry!
Hero’s is located at 69 Circular Road, Singapore 049423, p. 6438 6058. For more details, check out the event page here.
Adrift by David Myers: Free Burgers All Day
The burger is probably the quintessential American food. So come Independence Day, celebrate all things U.S.A. with Adrift’s famous Wagyu Cheeseburger by Celebrity Chef David Myers… for free! Grab some friends and head down for a drink in the bar and lounge and party all day and night in true Adrift style. No passports required!
When: Monday, 4 July 2016, 12pm till late
Cost: Free if you get your drinks on!
Adrift is located at 10 Bayfront Ave, Tower 2 Marina Bay Sands Hotel, Singapore 018956, p. 6688 5657. For more details, check out the event page here.
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