Looking for something unique and interesting to do tomorrow (16 Sept)? Look no further because tomorrow is Singapore’s annual PARK(ing) Day!
So What Is PARK(ing) Day?
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Kickstarted in 2005 by a San Francisco art and design studio. The project first started with a parking space being converted into a temporary public park. Since 2005, PARK(ing) Day has evolved into its own global movement. PARK(ing) Day sees organisations and individuals turning regular car park lots into temporary public spaces where people can gather and have fun!
PARK(ing) Day Singapore
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PARK(ing) Day was first introduced to our shores in 2013 by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA). PARK(ing) Day Singapore 2013 brought students from SUTD and community members together to create ‘GREEN PARK(ing)’. A movement in MacPherson to increase road safety awareness.
In 2015, PARK(ing) Day Singapore saw 70 miniature parks popping up all over the island! A pop up barber and even ping pong tables were just some examples of the interesting parks being curated!
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This year, 78 local parking spots are turning into 52 miniature parks scattered all over the island! Look out for a mini carnival being erected along Sam Leong Road. Watch skits and even participate in some really retro carnival games! If you’re still really into Pokemon, check out the Pokemon-themed parks scattered between Kampong Glam and Bugis!
We love that URA and local Singaporeans are joining in on this global movement! It might only be a temporary event but it’s really exciting to see so many Singaporeans collaborating together. Transforming run of the mill parking lots into interesting spaces where people can gather, hang out and even participate in fun activities!
It might be too late to register for your own parking lot but you can still join in on the fun!
Want to find out more about the PARKs cropping up tomorrow? Check out the PARK Locations!
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