5 things to do this week: 22nd -28th December 2014

Comedy at Canvas with Kumar


Laughter is the best medicine they say, and in Kumar, Singapore has its very own Doctor of funny. Outrageous comments and making chuckling audiences spill their drinks for the past 20 years has been a forte for this drag-queen of laughs, and at Canvas this Christmas, he’ll make sure you won’t leave without at least cracking a rib from laughter.

Kumar will tickle your funny bone on Tuesday, 23 December at Canvas at 9.30pm

Pre-sale tickets are $25 (includes 1 drink, guaranteed entry, seats when available), Pre-sale with seating is priced at $38 (includes 1 drink, priority entry, guaranteed seats).

For table reservations, please call 9169 3815 or email wendy@canvasvenue.sg.

Christmas Day Buffet at Tanjong Beach Club


Away from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season madness, awaits the sandy shores of Tanjong Beach Club, a wonderful oasis for a chilled out Christmas. Lying in store is an extravagant Christmas Day Buffet Brunch, filled with an array of culinary delights, including grilled Tiger Prawns, Sea Bass Fillets and permanent yuletide fixtures like the Roasted Turkey.

The Christmas Day Buffet is happening on Wednesday, 25 December at Tanjong Beach Club from 2pm-9pm.

For table and daybed reservations, please email book@tanjongbeachclub.com or call 9750 5323.

Carl Craig at Velvet Underground


On Boxing Day this year, electronic music icon and DJ extraordinaire Carl Craig is in Singapore to rip up Velvet Underground’s dance floor with his versatile style of Techno music. Catch him this festive season as you party to his unique and inventive style of music which incorporates Jazz and Soul.

Carl Craig is spinning at Velvet Underground on Friday, 26 December at Velvet Underground at 10pm.

Admission for non-members are priced at $28/33 (inclusive of 2 drinks)

Jay Chou Live in Singapore


In the last few days of 2014, the newly built National Stadium will play host to one of Asia’s biggest stars, the irrepressible and talented Jay Chou. After last year’s 3 sold out shows, the King of Mandopop is back in Singapore with brand new songs from his 2014 album and age old favourites for hardcore fans.

Jay Chou is performing on Saturday, 27 December at the National Stadium at 8pm

For ticket information, please click here

Fullerton Hotel: Latin Festival Under The Stars


Dreaming of that exotic latin atmosphere while unwinding under the stars? Well, you need not fly to Copacabana Beach to fulfil that dream, as Fullerton Hotel’s monthly Latin festival is back amongst the festivities of Christmas! Dance to exciting salsa music and pamper yourself with a delectable Latin based BBQ buffet and eye-catching cocktails.

Latino Festival Under the Stars is happening on Saturday, 27 December 2014 from 6pm to 11.30pm at The Fullerton Hotel, East Garden.

BBQ Buffet is priced at $40 (Book online for 10% off) and cover charge (w/o BBQ) is $20 (inclusive of 1 Drink).

For more information, please click here


Written by Joel Conceicao


When Joel’s not partaking in one of his shameless eating sessions, he likes to think of himself as a sponge – absorbing the mysteries and beauty of our world – be it through a good book or a wacky jaunt in a foreign country.