7 Upcoming Queer Events To Celebrate Pride Month in Singapore – Films, Balls, Raves & Drag Shows
PUBLISHED June 13th, 2023 06:00 am | UPDATED July 18th, 2023 02:33 am
Pride Month is finally here and along with it comes parties, laughs, and loads of glitter! This year, Singapore is not shying away from toasting and celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community. Here’s how to paint the town ‘pink’ with these entertaining queer-friendly events all throughout June.
Sago House: Jack-Pink In Your Area
Before any good celebration, comes a few too many cocktails and delicious food. Just ahead of celebrating its third birthday, Sago House has announces new late-night hours alongside a newly revamped food menu, including bites like Pre-Game Sandwich (S$19), Mash Balls (S$14), Pig’s Head Nuggets (S$18) and Spring Rolls (S$18). Celebrating pride month and Pink Dot SG , the award-winning cocktail destination will also be offering a special addition to Sago House’s weekly rotating cocktail menu. The bright and refreshing Jack-Pink In Your Area (S$22) pairs Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Apple with pink guava, raspberry, Rinquinquin Aperitif and Fake Lime.
Sago House is located at 40B Sago Street, Singapore 059029, p. +65 88749936. Open Sun & Tue 6 pm–12 am, Thu & Fri 6 pm–1 am, Sat 6 pm–2 am. Closed on Mon. The Jack-Pink In Your Area cocktail is available till 23 June.
Bussy Temple: Father’s Womb
Known for their queer raves, Bussy Temple presents Father’s Womb, set to take place on 17 June 2023. Featuring an all queer and gender non-conforming lineup, the collective celebrates all folks who do not find themselves settled on a single identity. Expect DJ sets by international artists like Berlin-based DANCE DIVINE, UK-based Sayang, Australia-based halalbutch, and local acts like howrøng, and soyf§g, as well as light installations by Alina Ling. Come dolled up to the rave, or participate in the sanctuary activities prior to the party, to get ready, re-energise, and pre-party at the space. Toilets and mirrors will be available for dressing up with limited make up available for use.
Bussy Temple: Father’s Womb runs on 17 June 2023 at 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road Singapore, 239007, from 8pm till late. Tickets are priced from S$27.29.
RIOT! Hosted by Becca D’Bus
Hold on tight, your world is getting turned around and shaken to completely new one. What would this world look like if it came entirely from the imagination of drag performers? Who knows? But RIOT! comes close. Hosted by Becca D’Bus, Singapore’s biggest drag queen, get ready to have a glamorous, sexy and hilariously good time. Besides, Becca D’ Bus, get ready to be entertained by some of the best drag performers in the game including Kak Nina Boo, Lana Jiao, Lychee Bye, Mizz Koko and Mona Kee Kee.
RIOT! Hosted by Becca D’Bus runs on 17 June 2023 at Hard Rock Café, 50 Cuscaden Road, Hpl House #02-01 Singapore, from 10pm-11.45pm. Tickets are priced from S$15.
Pink Screen at The Projector
Presented by NBCUniversal, Pink Screen at The Projector is an annual LGBTQ+ film festival and an official Pink Fest signature event. The event features a series of film screenings that showcase the talent, struggles and victories of the LGBTQ community across different countries and cultures. Highlights include Happy Together (1997) exploring a travelling couple locked in a turbulent cycle of infatuation and destructive jealousy, as well as Joyland (2022), a Pakistani curation that challenges patriarchal societal perceptions.
Pink Screen at The Projector runs from now till 30 June 2023 at Projector X: Picturehouse, 2 Handy Rd, #05-01 Singapore 229233.
Pink Dot SG 2023
It wouldn’t be a list of queer events in Singapore without mentioning the must-attend Pink Dot SG. For its 15th edition, Singapore’s landmark LGBTQ+ rally, returns to Hong Lim Park. This time, expect a night-time formation and mainstays like the Pink Dot Concert, speeches and community tents. Held for the first time since the repeal of Section 377A, Pink Dot SG 15 will showcase and celebrate the families of LGBTQ+ people in all their diversity and affirm that they too, deserve a place in Singapore this year. Expect discussions, musical and dance performances, and loads of community-building acts.
Pink Dot SG 15 runs on 24 June 2023 at Hong Lim Park, New Bridge Rd, Singapore 059299, from 4pm onwards. Admission is free. The event is only open to Singaporeans and PRs.
Vogue in Progress presents PINKI KIKI BALL 2.0
Get ready to twirl, eat, and serve – Vogue in Progress (VIP) presents its PINKI KIKI BALL after a successful sold-out Pinki Kiki Ball & The Crystal Ball last year. In conjunction with Pink Fest 2023, PINKI KIKI BALL 2.0 will celebrate kiki ballroom culture, our colourful community and all its talented fabulousness for Pride Month. The showcase is a bound to be a rainbow melting extravaganza that allows attendees to show off their true colours – whether that means unforgettable outfits or hot dance category battles.
PINKI KIKI BALL 2.0 runs from 17-18 June 2023 at MDLR, #02-00 62 Cecil Street, TPI Building, Singapore 04971, from 6.30pm till late. Online tickets are sold out. Tickets are still available at door at S$45.
BABY QUEEN & Family Live X Qabaret
Head down toThe Projector @ Golden Mile Tower on 30 June 2023 to become part of history as Singapore’s first-ever feature film about drag makes its way to the silver screen. The BABY QUEEN documentary portrays the everyday life of a young drag queen, and is a testament to the social attitudes towards the queer community in contemporary Singapore. Brace yourself for a live drag show and Q&A session with the dazzling cast including Opera Tang, Victoria Wondersnatch, Honey Gluttony, Sissy Sucktits, Sassy Sucktits and Miss Nee J. Reaxtion.
BABY QUEEN & Family Live X Qabaret runs on 30 June 2023 at The Projector, 6001 Beach Rd, #05-00 Golden Mile Tower, Singapore 199589, from 8pm-10pm. Tickets are priced at S$39.
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