7 Ways To Celebrate Singapore’s 51st National Day
PUBLISHED August 3rd, 2016 06:00 am
It’s that time of the year again, where everyone dons red and white in tribute to the nation’s birthday. For those of us who have failed to get tickets to the National Day Parade (NDP), here are 7 other patriotic ways to celebrate Singapore’s 51st birthday – from locally-inspired food and drinks to themed parties and film screenings.
Walk Down Memory Lane at CHIJMES
Take a walk down memory lane at CHIJMES on 6 August at the nostalgic Retro Fun Fair, as you relieve your childhood and treat your senses to charming surprises from the past. On the evenings of 5 and 7 August, be serenaded by acoustic performances from Buskrsaid, Jay Y, Keh, and The Pudgy Busker while you shop the Pop-Up Market (running all weekend long from 5 to 7 August) for artisanal products, handmade gifts, and more.
When you get hungry, head to Privé for a limited-edition Chilli Crab Spaghetti ($26++) or Gyu-Kaku for a free Asahi Beer with any set menu purchase. Alternatively, enjoy 10% off your total bill when you wear red to On-Yasai or sip on an exclusive National Day Whisky Flight ($65) at The Single Cask.
From 5 to 31 August, receive a $20 Highlander CHIJMES Voucher along with a $10 CHIJMES Dining Voucher for your next visit when you spend $150 and more (while stocks last). Furthermore, get another $10 Dining Voucher when you spot the CHIJMES crew hanging around Bugis, City Hall, and Raffles Place MRT on 8, 15, 22, and 29 August!
CHIJMES is located at 30 Victoria Street, Singapore 187996. Weekday parking (excluding PHs and Eve of PHs) at $1 from 7am – 11am. For more details on dining promotions and duration, please click here.
A Local Culinary Journey at The Westin
Enjoy a sumptuous spread of local and international delicacies at The Westin Singapore as it pulls out all the stops for this momentous celebration, with a fantastic view to boot. At Seasonal Tastes‘ National Day Dinner Buffet ($51++), help yourself to a lavish selection of antipasti, fresh crustaceans, and hearty roasts, along with nostalgic local mainstays from the 60s (8 August), 70s (9 August), 80s (10 August), and 90s (11 August) – think hearty favourites like the Chilli Crab, Yong Tau Fu, and Satay Bee Hoon.
Available from 8 to 11 August. Reservations here.
One level up at Cook & Brew, feast on the Hawker Burger ($34++) – marinated char siew-style pork jowl that’s sweet on the inside and well-charred on the outside, served with crispy pork belly and a juicy beef patty, sambal mayonnaise, chilli fries, and a Red Dot beer – or a Singapore-style Fried Beehoon ($26++) with char siew-style pork jowl, crispy pork belly and sambal prawns with half pint of Tiger Beer.
Available from 8 to 13 August. Reservations here.
The Westin Singapore is located at 12 Marina View, Asia Square Tower 2 Singapore 018961, p. 6922 6888.
Party The Day Away at Ce La Vi
On 9 August, CÉ LA VI will be hosting the ultimate locally-themed party complete with Singapore Slings, Five Stones, and plenty of satay to go around. The Majulah! National Day Fiesta decks will be helmed by Bhayology, Kenneth Francis, Marvin Gold, Titus, Ulysses, Kaye (Sax), Munir (guitar) and CÉ LA VI’s resident DJs. Expect lots of nostalgia all round and all day, along with a special barbecue from noon to 8pm!
CÉ LA VI is located at SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands, Tower 3, 1 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018971, p. 6508 2188.
Plan A Staycation at The Ritz-Carlton
Want spectacular views of the National Day fireworks display? The Ritz-Carlton Millenia’s spacious Club Rooms affords an amazing vantage point over the Kallang River and Singapore Sports Hub, plus looks really gorgeous. With the Celebrate with the Nation package ($1050++), you get overnight accommodation in the Club Room with your family and friends, a $50 in-room dining credit, as well as one bottle of Moët & Chandon champagne.
The Ritz-Carlton is located at 7 Raffles Avenue, Singapore 039799, p. 6434 5288.
Catch a Movie at the National Museum of Singapore
Enjoy free admission to all galleries and fun activities for the whole family at the National Museum of Singapore. Expect unique craft activities, a reading session for young adults, as well as back-to-back film screenings of works by vaunted local filmmaker Royston Tan (12 Lotus, 7 Letters). Take the opportunity to visit the special exhibition, We Built A Nation, as well.
National Museum of Singapore is located at 93 Stamford Road, Singapore 178897, p. 6332 3659.
Host an NDP Party with Takeout from District 10
If you’re going to be hosting a National Day Party, why not take advantage of District 10’s National Day Bundle Deal ($75)? Available until 31 August on Foodpanda, order from a curated list of signature Italian fare to enjoy in the comfort of your home – the bundle includes a choice of salad, three main dishes, and light bites, with dishes such as Spaghetti Carbonara, Rigatoni with Meatballs in Tomato Sauce, the signature District 10 Pizza, and succulent Fried Chicken Wings in spicy sauce.
The National Day Bundle Deal is only available via Foodpanda.
Dig into a Singapore Buffet Dinner at The Line
Travel back in time and revel in old-world heritage delights as The Line transforms into a bustling food market reminiscent of 1960s hawker streets. From now till 14 August, Old traditional dishes and new creatively-reinterpreted delights will be available for your gastronomic pleasures – including Oyster Omelette, Singapore Laksa, Chicken Rice Maki Roll, Chilli Crab Brioche and Chendol Bubbles – alongside international delights.
The Line is located at Shangri-La Hotel, 22 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258350, p. 6213 4275. View buffet prices here.
