PUBLISHED August 6th, 2025 05:50 am | UPDATED August 20th, 2025 01:20 am
As Singapore celebrates its 60th year of independence, SG60 festivities take centre stage across the island with unforgettable events, immersive exhibitions, and electric nightlife. Whether you’re seeking a new cultural experience, planning a family day out, or looking for high-energy nights, August brings a stellar calendar of things to do in Singapore. From world-class theatre and art installations to street food festivals and rooftop fireworks, there’s something for every kind of urban nomad. Here’s our guide to the best SG60 events in Singapore this month to mark your calendars for. Plus, don’t miss our roundup of exclusive deals and dining specials: Celebrate SG60 with these top National Day promotions across Singapore.
SAM Contemporaries 2: How To Dream Worlds
Running through to 16 November at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, the Singapore Art Museum invites you to drift between imagined futures and lingering uncertainties in How To Dream Worlds, the second edition of its SAM Contemporaries series. The exhibition showcases newly commissioned works by six emerging Singaporean artists including Chok Si Xuan, Chu Hao Pei, and Syahrul Anuar. Spanning installations, moving images, and immersive environments, the exhibition reframes dreaming not as escape, but as resistance, research, and reimagination. With each artist bringing a unique lens, from nasi goreng as metaphor for diplomacy to the use of wild lalang as a symbol of disruption, this exhibition is as much about process as it is about possibility.
Admission is free for Singapore Citizens and PRs, but general admission fees apply for tourists and foreign residents. For details, visit singaporeartmuseum.sg.
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage — Through the Eyes of the Passengers
Step into history like never before. Titanic: An Immersive Voyage opens 6 August, offering an emotive, tech-powered reimagining of the iconic ship’s ill-fated journey. Held at The Marina Bay Sands Expo, the exhibition fuses archival artefacts with dramatic recreations, 3D visuals, and a groundbreaking VR dive to the wreck site itself. Walk the decks, feel the tension, and encounter the human stories that defined this global tragedy. A Singapore-exclusive section reveals how the event echoed here in 1912, complete with original press clippings and city photographs from that era.
Tickets available via Fever and Marina Bay Sands. Opening hours and VR experience times vary.
Swan Lake and a new Trumpet Concerto
On 29 and 30 August, the Esplanade Concert Hall plays host to a double bill of brilliance as the Singapore Symphony Orchestra welcomes two titans of classical music. Renowned pianist-conductor Mikhail Pletnev leads a fresh, emotionally charged arrangement of Tchaikovsky’s Swan Lake Suite, revealing new depths in this beloved ballet score. Also featured is his own trumpet concerto, performed by Sergei Nakariakov, the “Paganini of the trumpet,” whose lyrical mastery brings Pletnev’s composition to dazzling life. Whether you’re a seasoned listener or exploring classical waters for the first time, this concert promises a stirring, cinematic evening that bridges tradition and discovery.
Tickets from $15 available at sso.org.sg. Concerts begin at 7.30pm.
Behind The Green Door presents: DA CAPO
One night only. On 8 August, Afro House sensation Da Capo storms the decks at Behind The Green Door for a kinetic night of rhythm and sonic transcendence. Known for his genre-fluid finesse and deeply soulful sets, Da Capo, fresh from global dance floors from Ibiza to New York, brings his platinum touch to Singapore alongside homegrown opener Kunda. Expect sweeping Afro rhythms, deep bass, and a musical energy that resets the dancefloor with every drop.
Doors open from 9pm to 3am. For bookings, contact +65 9100 7626 or ardini@kilo-collective.com.
CÉ LA VI Singapore: SG60 – Beyond the Skyline
On 9 August, CÉ LA VI invites you to celebrate Singapore’s 60th birthday from the city’s most iconic rooftop. From 12pm to 10pm, enjoy nostalgic local eats—think satay and rainbow bread ice cream—paired with classic cocktails, live entertainment, and front-row seats to the fireworks. Family-friendly activities run all day, and kids under 11 enter free. As night falls, the celebration turns adults-only, perfect for toasting the nation with panoramic Marina Bay views.
Free-standing event. Minimum spend applies for table reservations. Book your table now.
Sentosa GrillFest 2025: Sizzle, Socialise & Feast by the Sea
It’s your last chance to catch the final weekend of Sentosa GrillFest 2025, running until 10 August along the sun-drenched shores of Siloso Beach. The beloved annual food fest has been firing up grills since July, serving up local seafood, global flavours, and buzzy beach vibes across five themed zones. This year’s edition includes Social Mixer Nights curated by Offline Singapore and new Marketplace experiences spotlighting sustainable produce. With enhanced accessibility, wheelchair-friendly seating, and more than 39 vendors, it’s the perfect excuse to gather your makan gang and make one last seaside feast count.
Admission is free. Come hungry. Full programme at sentosa.com.sg/grillfest.
SG60 x Bassis10X Revelry
On 8 August, electronic collective Bassis takes over Headquarters for a raucous National Day eve bash. Marking 10 years of bass-heavy exploration, the Singapore-based label delivers a two-floor takeover featuring Bronx footwork trailblazer KUSH JONES (USA) and Korean selector CLOSET YI, who makes her Singapore debut after turning heads across Asia. Expect genre-bending DJ sets, cross-cultural collisions, and the kind of sweaty, underground energy that HQ does best. Bonus: Bongomann and Toppings kick things off upstairs with eclectic heat.
Doors open late. For event updates, follow Bassis on Instagram.
SG60 Beats & Bites
Celebrate National Day in the heart of the city with SG60 Beats & Bites, a two-day food and music festival at Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza on 8 and 9 August. The festival features a stellar line-up of home-grown music acts including Adia, Shanice, Trisno, Dansen John, and more. On 9 August, catch the live screening of the National Day Parade followed by a fireworks display to close the evening.
Fuel your festivity with tasty street snacks, craft beers, and mocktails, and sing along to beloved National Day tunes as the city comes alive with SG60 spirit.
Admission is free. Food and drinks sold separately.
Fried Rice Paradise – The Makan Party by SRT
The Singapore Repertory Theatre turns up the heat with Fried Rice Paradise – The Makan Party. Running from 12 August to 14 September, this immersive musical dinner dishes out family drama, four fiery courses, and beloved Dick Lee hits like “Bunga Sayang” and “Mustapha”. Follow Bee Lean, a matriarch chef ready to retire, and her daughters as they clash over who will inherit the wok, and the legacy. Equal parts theatre, dinner, and karaoke-singalong, it’s a night that stirs the senses and tickles the appetite.
Tickets via SRT. Limited dates; advance booking highly recommended.
The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale
The epic fantasy saga comes to life in a spectacular new staging as The Lord of the Rings – A Musical Tale makes its Asia premiere at Marina Bay Sands, running from 12 August to 31 August. Featuring Hobbits, Elves, and the sweeping landscapes of Middle-earth, the musical blends Tolkien’s classic with world-class theatrics and a lush live score. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or stepping into the Shire for the first time, this show promises a journey of heart, heroism, and adventure.
Tickets available via SISTIC, Klook, and Marina Bay Sands.
Brewnanza Fest 2025 by Brewlander
From 29 to 31 August, Singapore’s biggest beer bash returns to Marina Bay Sands Expo Hall C. Brewnanza Fest 2025 by Brewlander brings over 100 craft brews, with headline names like Side Project, Verdant, and Fremont Brewing pouring exclusive collabs and first-time Southeast Asia releases. Expect indie bands, sizzling eats from Meow BBQ and Papi’s Tacos, and DJs spinning late into the night. New this year: a global Brewers Association showcase and an all-new 2025 Festival Brew.
For more information, visit brewlander.com. Tickets via Klook. Early bird pricing ends 31 July.
The Outdoor Fair 2025
From 30 to 31 August, The Outdoor Fair returns to *SCAPE Orchard, transforming the space into a gear-lovers’ paradise with 40+ vendors and over 55 outdoor brands including Snow Peak, Fjällräven, and Patagonia. Expect hands-on gear demos, music, expert panels, and exclusive deals across camping, hiking, and trail lifestyle. Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or outdoor-curious urbanite, it’s the perfect way to connect with Singapore’s growing outdoor community.
Free entry. Details at outdoorfair.sg.
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