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7 Is Our Lucky Number Cos That’s How Many Long Weekends We’re Getting Next Year!

With ¾ of 2016 done and dusted, nothing’s better than ushering in the new year with 2017 public holidays in mind.

In 2017, there are 7 long holidays you can look forward to!

Here’s the complete guide to 2017 public holidays:

January – 2 long weekends

For the month of January alone, there are already 2 long weekends!

May – #4 long weekend

Only May yet there’s a fourth long weekend?

2017 does seem like a pretty good year!

Labour Day – 1 May [Monday]

Labour Day falls on a Monday. Guess there’ll no more Monday Blues that week!

The significance of Labour Day (otherwise known as International Workers’ Day) is exactly like what its name suggests, to celebrate the achievements of workers.

You can consider a short getaway to Malaysia and discover Malacca. Malacca is a city with many heritage buildings and landmarks. You can try traditional Malay dishes and discover new cultures.

Read more here Explore Melaka In Just 14 Hours!

Following the week of Labour Day would be another public holiday.

Vesak Day – 10 May [Wednesday]

Vesak Day falls on a Wednesday. Even though it’s not a long weekend, we can still take a mid week breather. Surely, many of us have heard about Vesak Day, but how many of us truly know what it’s about?

Credit: Buddha Tooth Relic Temple located at Chinatown to find out more.

June – #5 long weekend

Hari Raya Puasa falls on a Sunday; another long weekend!

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October

Also known as the “Festival of Lights” Deepavali/Diwali is celebrated by Hindus to symbolise the triumphant of good over evil as well as light over darkness.

Deepavali – 18 Oct [Wednesday]

You can head down to Little India to soak in the festive atmosphere. The streets will be illuminated with bright lights. It’ll be an amazing sight!

December – #7 long weekend

Christmas Day is widely celebrated all over the world by both Christians as well as non-Christians.

Christmas – 25 Dec [Monday]

Christmas, which marks the last public holiday of every year, is actually a festival to celebrate the birth of Christ. Enjoy the holiday spirit by baking some festive goodies, prepare gifts for gift exchange, and also singing along to Christmas carols.

Here’s a summary of 2017 public holidays:

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Enjoy 1-for-1 Coffee At These Cafes Because It’s National Coffee Day!

Coffee-lovers out there, listen up! National Coffee Day is back for its third consecutive year!

You can look forward to some really delicious deals and events in town. Here’s what you can expect this week:

1-for-1 coffee deals

In celebration of National Coffee Day, 14 cafés will be participating in a 1-for-1 coffee deal from 3PM to 5PM on 29 September, so don’t forget to grab a friend!

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Read more, and stand a chance to win a KopiPass here: Attention Coffee Lovers: Here’s Your Chance To Savour 30 Cups Of Coffee At Only $30!

Deliveroo Giveaway

Espressyo-self with Deliveroo and stand a chance to win the NESCAFÉ Barista and NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto MINI ME coffee machines when you order from 21-30 September.

Image Credits: Deliveroo Facebook

 There’re only 10 sets to be won, so click

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With all these deals coming your way, it seems like there’s really something to look forward to, doesn’t it?

Of course, we’ll be updating this page should more deals surface, and if you got lobang, please don’t hesitate to contact us ASAP!

Stay tuned for more, and here’s to a delicious National Kopi Day!

Also, read Mai Tu Liao! Up Your Cafe Game And Visit Sin Lee Foods For Some Sinfully Good Food!

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Get Your Beer On With These Top 10 Places To Celebrate Oktoberfest 2016!

Singapore is home to a multitude of religions and races and let’s be honest it seems we’re celebrating a holiday every other month! We’re days from ushering the new month of October and that means only one thing, Oktoberfest! We’ve sourced the top 10 places where you can celebrate Oktoberfest 2016, so get your body ready for the never ending flow of beers, Oomph music and way too much bratwurst!

1. Oktoberfest Asia 2016 (13-15 Oct)

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If you want to completely immerse yourself in Oktoberfest, you’re in luck because Oktoberfest Asia 2016 is going all out this year! Located at the open field at Tan Queen Lan Street, this large scale booze filled event is a dream come true for every Ocktoberfest fan!

Each ticket purchased gets you free flow of beer from 6pm to 12.30am (!!!) and an Oktoberfest Asia beer stein for free! With beers like Schneider Weisse, Paulaner Brauhaus and Weihenstephan on tap. With Bavarian favourites available for purchase and live performances from Hofbrauhaus band. You’ll feel like you’re actually in Munich!

Oktoberfest Asia 2016
13-15 Oct
Tan Quee Lan Street
Ticket Prices: 13 Oct – $70; 14/15 Oct – $90

For more information: Oktoberfest Asia 2016

2. Swissotel The Stamford

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Prices: Adult – $66++, Child – $33++

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Opening Hours: Sun – Thu,  12pm – 12am; Fri – Sat, 12pm – 1am

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Park Royal On Pickering has started their own Oktoberfeast early this year! From 19-30 Sept, the Lime Bar is offering unlimited servings of Erdinger Weissbier, Erdinger Weissbier Dunkel and Tiger Beer for only $68! Best part? If you head over in a group of 4, the Lime Bar will throw in a complimentary German platter full of German sausages and cold cuts!

On 1 and 2 October 2016, Park Royal On Pickering will be holding a Bavarian Feast! Held at the outdoor terrace, you’ll be treated with free flowing Erdinger Beer and an assortment of traditional German cuisine! From German Sausages, Pork Knuckles and Chicken Schnitzel to Potato Rosti, there’s something for everyone at the Bavarian Feast!

Park Royal On Pickering
3 Upper Pickering St, S058289
Contact: 6809 8899

Oktoberfest:  19 – 30 Sept ; 6pm – 9pm; $68/pax

Bavarian Feast : 1-2 Oct; 4.30pm – 9pm; $128/pax (inclusive of free flow beer); $99/pax (inclusive of chilled juices & soft drinks)

For more information: Park Royal On Pickering 

5. Erdinger Ocktoberfest 2016

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For one night only and for the the first time ever, Resort World Sentosa is holding its own Oktoberfest! Tuck into a buffet of German favourites like schnitzels, sauerkraut and four bratwursts specially created by RWS’s Michelin-Starred and Celebrity Chef Restaurants!

Served alongside limited edition Erdingers and featuring a live performance by Ois Easy! Oktoberfest by Resort World Sentosa is definitely going to be ton of fun! Best part? They have Beer Pong!

Tickets are priced at $78++ for the German fare buffet, the tasting platter of sausages and one glass of beer! Parties of 8 can get tickets at $750++ inclusive for two beer towers!

Resort World Sentosa
Festive Walk
1 Oct
7pm – 2am

For more information: Oktoberfest at RWS

9. Clarke Quay Oktoberfest 2016

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Good news for those living in the north, you don’t have to go far to celebrate Oktoberfest this year! Orchid Country Club is throwing its own Oktoberfest party! If you’re all about having fun and competing in the spirit of fun, Orchid Country Club’s Oktoberfest is perfect for you!

With sausage eating, arm wrestling competitions, log sawing and one minute challenges alongside live band performances OCC’s Oktoberfest is all about having fun! But don’t brush them off just yet, traditional German grub like pork knuckles, oven-based BBQ ribs and roasted lamb legs are all part of the menu!

Orchid Country Club
1 Orchid Club Rd, S769162
30 Sept – 1 Oct
7pm – Late

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Also Read: ZoukOut 2016: Life’s Not Complete Without It! Get Ready For A Smashing Good Time

ZoukOut 2016: Life’s Not Complete Without It! Get Ready For A Smashing Good Time.

Are you ready for one of Asia’s biggest outdoor beach party? Taking place on 9 and 10 December at Siloso Beach Sentosa, the line-up for ZoukOut 2016 is better than ever!

Here’s what you need to know to gear up for the event:

ZoukOut 2016 Day 1 highlights:

Hardwell

For those who’ve missed out on his world tour last year, this is your chance to catch World’s #1 DJ (for two years) spin live.

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Prices start from $455 per night. Their refurbishment project will complete in October. What’s better than affordable pricing and new facilities?

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ZoukOut 2016
Date: 9 – 10 December 2016
Venue: Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Website: ZoukOut Official

With so many award-winning DJs spinning at ZoukOut 2016, we’re sure that it will definitely be 2 incredible nights!

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Here’s Your Chance To Truly #FlipTable, Swap Books & More At This Year’s Archifest!

The 10th Archifest returns this year with a Pavilion designed by DP Architects. Themed “Exhale”, the festival will be held from 23 September to 9 October in the heart of the CBD at Raffles Place Park.

The theme ‘Exhale’ aims to examine the rapid pace of life within our dense city and to challenge people to dictate their own rhythm of life.

Take time to slow down and breathe while you enjoy the installations and events happening at the festival.

This temporary structure is not to be missed, so what are you waiting for? Come on down and explore the eye catching Pavilion at Raffles Place!

Highlights

Organised by Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA) and the Singapore Institute of Landscape Architects (Sila), there are more than 30 events lined up at Archifest this year.

From talks, to workshops, and exhibitions, discover great things at Archifest 2016 with more than 100,000 visitors expected this year.

Of course, the best things first:

#FlipTable

Feeling all stressed up at work? Well, design consultancy Chemistry has the right solution for you.

Set against the backdrop of Raffles Place, the team designed #FlipTable. And it truly allows you to flip a table!

Have a go and finally put your words into action!

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In all seriousness, it’s actually an interactive installation that provides an avenue for you to vent your frustration in a creative manner.

Take a deep breath and exhale while you do some damage at #FlipTable. It’s all about harnessing negative energy into a positive form.

#FlipTable
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 23 Sep Fri, 27 Sep Tue, 3 Oct Mon
Time: 11.30am –  2pm

Book Swap & Beer

Books & Beer is Singapore’s first travelling book swap service. You’re invited to bring up to 10 pre-loved books and exchange them for another book!

No books to swap? Simply drop by and browse some books, courtesy of ORO Editions and ONG&ONG Group. These books are free for you to take home.

Bring your own beer and beverages and enjoy your time with Books & Beers!

Book Swap at Books & Beers
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 24 Sep Sat
Time: 3pm – 6pm

Barter Market

Barter Market is a collective effort between local makers, artists, and crafters in our community.

The goal? Take money out of transactions.

Bring a little something so you can trade your item for goods or services. No better way to bond with humans, we’d say! Nothing like good old bartering.

Barter Market
Location: Raffles Place Park
Date: 9 Oct Sun
Time: 2pm – 6pm

RGB Pavilion With A Psychedelic Selfie Tunnel

With a structure so vibrant and colourful, this is hard to miss.

The Pavilion is composed entirely of construction site materials; so it’s “zero waste”. There are rows of multi-coloured safety netting and over 70 tonnes of scaffolding pipes.

This structure is a breathtaking 22m tall! Here’s how small we’ll look:

There’s so much to do at Archifest 2016! With so many exciting programmes happening this weekend till 9 Oct, be sure to mark this event down on your calendars!

Archifest 2016
Date: 23 September to 9 October
For full details of events and happenings at Archifest, visit their official website Attention Coffee Lovers: Here’s Your Chance to Savour 30 Cups Of Coffee At Only $30!