PUBLISHED October 1st, 2024 06:00 am
Move over September, We’re finally in the last quarter of 2024. October is here! And with it, the month brings the beginning of the festive season. Get ready to BOO-gie at concerts, parties and gory Halloween events. Oh! Let’s not forget loads of nibbles and beer thanks to Oktoberfest. ‘Tis indeed the most beautiful time of the year 🎃
For The Party People
Road to Sunda Festival
Happening in early October, you’ll want to snag your tickets now for Road to Sunda 2024, the one-day prelude to Sunda Festival’s full return in 2025. Taking place on 5 October, expect an exciting lineup featuring Japanese house DJ Chida and Jakarta’s funky band Precious Bloom, alongside eclectic music, wellness activities like cold immersion therapy, and interactive art workshops. With family-friendly sessions, free Oatly drinks, Heineken Silver giveaways, diverse food options, and eye-catching visual art installations, this festival promises an immersive experience for all. Tickets start from S$73.
Get 10% off using code [NOMADS10] for Advance and Last Chance tickets (not including bundles).
Vishal and Sheykhar in Concert
Bollywood music icons Vishal and Sheykhar are bringing their electrifying concert to Singapore this October! Known for their high-energy performances and chart-topping hits from films like Dus, Ek Tha Tiger, and Om Shanti Om, the duo will perform live at The Star Theatre on 4 October, 2024. Fans can expect a thrilling mix of foot-tapping pop songs and emotional ballads that span their illustrious career. Don’t miss this unforgettable musical event. Tickets start from S$35.
Activities
The World of Studio Ghibli at ArtScience Museum
Explore the magic of Studio Ghibli at Singapore’s ArtScience Museum with the first-ever large-scale exhibition of the iconic animation studio. Opening this October, the immersive experience showcases scenes and characters from 11 beloved films like My Neighbour Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and Princess Mononoke, through interactive installations and theatrical sets. Studio Ghibli, founded in 1985 by Isao Takahata, Hayao Miyazaki, and Toshio Suzuki, has enchanted audiences worldwide with its award-winning films, including The Boy and the Heron, which won Best Animated Feature at the 96th Academy Awards. Tickets are priced from S$24.
Singapore Design Week 2024
This year, Singapore Design Week 2024, running till 6 October, embraces the theme “People of Design,” celebrating everyday visionaries shaping society through creative innovation. Organised by DesignSingapore Council, the event features over 80 exciting activities, including immersive installations across key districts like Bras Basah.Bugis, Marina, and Orchard. The festival will host site-specific showcases, design workshops, and community-centric events, all aimed at highlighting the impact of thoughtful design in daily life. With new speakers at the Design Futures Forum and collaborations spotlighting emerging Southeast Asian designers, the event promises to inspire and engage design enthusiasts and the general public alike. Find out more in our article here.
‘With Love’, A Curated Pop-up Experience
Held from now till 13 October 2024 at 23 Keong Saik Road, the ‘With Love’ pop-up, highlights independent brands from Southeast Asia and Australia, offering a curated selection of fashion, accessories, and lifestyle items. This collaborative space brings together small businesses like Malaysia’s Fondest, Vietnam’s MAVEN, and Singapore’s Urbanized, all showcasing their distinct styles and craftsmanship. More than just a retail experience, With Love connects these brands with a community of shoppers who appreciate the passion and care behind each product, creating an opportunity for these businesses to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. Find out more here.
Japanese Film Festival 2024
The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) 2024 celebrates its 41st anniversary with the theme “Continuity,” highlighting the seamless blend of tradition and modernity in Japanese cinema. As one of Singapore’s longest-running country-based film festivals since its inception in 1983, JFF continues to showcase the best of Japanese contemporary and classic films. This year’s programme features a diverse range of stories, from heartwarming family dramas like Mom, Is That You?! to intimate tales of human connection such as All the Long Nights and My Endless Numbered Days. Audiences can also experience the unsettling thriller Rude to Love, making this festival a captivating exploration of human relationships and cultural narratives. Find out more here.
Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 12
Get ready for Southeast Asia’s biggest Halloween event as Universal Studios Singapore Halloween Horror Nights 12 returns from 27 September to 2 November 2024. This year’s event promises 18 nights of spine-chilling excitement with four immersive haunted houses, including “Singapore’s Most Haunted: The Killings” and “Cursed Scrolls: Dynasty of Darkness,” alongside three terrifying scare zones and three live shows. Guests will explore dark dreams with attractions like “Vampire Alley,” “The Lost Kampung,” and “Nether-Land,” while enjoying new shows such as “Night Terrors” and “Ocu.lar’s Rave.” Don’t miss the Viper Lounge, a hidden speakeasy offering devilish delights amidst the chaos. Tickets from S$80, inclusive of F&B and Retail vouchers.
For The Foodies
Singapore Food Festival 2024
Running from 1 to 31 October, the Singapore Food Festival (SFF) 2024, celebrates “A Celebration of Old and New,” blending traditional culinary heritage with contemporary innovation. Featuring over 20 events, the festival offers immersive experiences, from large-scale spectacles like Future Food and The Long Table to intimate dining events at top restaurants such as Path and Yantra. Pop-up events across the city will bring gourmet food to the community, while the festival’s ambassadors, including chefs Damian D’Silva, Akmal Anuar, and Janice Wong, highlight Singapore’s rich culinary heritage, contemporary dining, and innovation. Find out more here.
Simply Retro Pop-Up at MO Bar
MO BAR in Singapore is throwing it back to the 80s and 90s with a two-night retro-themed party on 4 and 5 October 2024. From 8pm to 11.30pm, DJ Rico from Simply Retro by Tin Box will spin iconic hits from the era, promising a night of nostalgic dancefloor anthems. Guests can choose from a standing area package (S$50++ per pax) which includes a retro-themed welcome drink, or table packages (with minimum spend starting at S$600++). Premium drinks like Macallan Whisky and Ruinart Champagne, along with retro-inspired bites, will round out the fun. Reserve here.
Sake Social 2024
Sake Social returns on 1 October 2024 at The Dempsey Project, offering an immersive celebration of World Sake Day for enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Hosted by the team behind Sake Matsuri, this edition will feature rare and unique sakes, including “The Beginning,” a Junmai Daiginjo Kimoto brewed by Singapore’s first Sake Samurai, Adrian Goh. Attendees can enjoy curated tasting experiences using a new token system, alongside a gourmet spread from Head Chef Zhang Wei Jie’s kitchen. Guests are encouraged to don traditional Japanese attire for a chance to win the Best Dressed prize, with a special Kanpai ceremony to toast the day. Tickets are priced from S$58++.
New Pizzas at Puffy Bois
The unpretentious dive bar at Bali Lane, Puffy Bois, fires up three new flavours, accompanying their all-time-favourite Margherita and Pepperoni pizzas. Savour a playful twist on Pepperoni with Nduja-roni (S$7.50/slice, S$28/pie) and dive into the sea of umami with Calamari Zaff (S$7.50/ slice, S$28/pie). The unassuming Primavera (S$7/ slice, S$26/pie), with pea puree and grated snow pea brings Italian spring to life – trust us, peas never tasted this good! Turn up the good times with your favourite spirit in What What (S$23) where or delight in the aromatic twist to Negroni with Pillar to Post (S$22). Find out more here.
Come back next week, for a new updated list of the best things to do in Singapore this October 2024!