10 Awesome Activities To Kick Start Your April [1-15 April]

Unfortunately, there won’t be anything to do this April…

…April Fools! Of course there is.

This month is one with something for everyone! There’s a run for the fitness junkies, a pet fair for the animal lovers, and a whole lot of yummy food events for the rest of us who just love to eat.

Here’s a calendar of fun and exciting activities to fill your 1-15 April! We’re not pulling your leg when we say you shouldn’t miss them.

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1. Teh Tarik Run

So you want to run, keep fit, and stay healthy. But you also can’t stay off good ol’ prata and teh tarik.

Well, Teh Tarik Run 2017 proves you can do both! At the same time, no less.

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When: 9 April, 7.10am

Price: $49
It’s no news that our tiny island is a hotspot for famous international artists.

This year is no different. April’s offering is five-time #1 DJ in the world, Armin van Buuren!

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For the less acquainted, Armin is a progressive trance DJ and producer of cinematic and synth sounds.

The Embrace World Tour is closely related to Armin’s latest album ‘Embrace’, which embraces different styles, genres, and sounds.

Internationally acclaimed artists Mr. Probz, Kensington, Eric Vloeimans, Cimo Fränkel, Betsie Larkin, Angel Taylor and BullySongs will be performing live too!

Armin Only Embrace World Tour
Where: The Meadow, Gardens By The Bay, 18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
When: 1 April,  4.00pm-11.50pm
Probably the most luxurious event this month is the Singapore Yatch Show!

Here’s your opportunity to discover some of the world’s finest superyacht and international yacht brands.

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ONE°15 Marina Club, 11 Cove Drive, #01-01, Sentosa Cove, 098497
When: 6-9 April
Contact no.: 6304 7950

Bonjour!

Celebrating 51 years of friendship between France and Singapore, the annual French festival Voilah! brings the ooh la la to Singapore yet again.

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101-103 Cluny Park Road Singapore 259595
When: 8 April-21 May
Website

5. Tsum Tsum Carnival

Everyone’s favourite cylindrical Disney characters have reached CapitaLand’s malls for an interactive Tsum Tsum Carnival!

You’d be lying if you said you don’t think these little creatures are cute as anything.

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Take pictures with the cylindrical-shaped figures in recreated scenes from Disney Tsum Tsum’s animation shorts.

But that’s not all! Other activities include the Ninja Castle Challenge, making your own Disney Tsum Tsum characters from Play-Doh and racing Disney Tsum Tsum Tomica die-cast cars.

So grab your family and friends for the cutest event yet!

Tsum Tsum Carnival
Where: Participating CapitaLand malls: Sembawang Shopping Centre, Lot One, Bukit Panjang Plaza, JCube, IMM, Westgate, The Star Vista, Junction 8, Plaza Singapura, Bugis Junction, Bedok Mall, Raffles City, Tampines Mall
When: 1 April
Our favourite day of the year–it’s Ben and Jerry’s Free Cone Day!

You heard us right. Free. Ice-cream.

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Scoop shops all over the country
When:  4 April, 12pm-8pm
This one’s for you junk food lovers out there who love to snack! (That’s all of us, really.)

World Snack Fair 2017 is here to satisfy all your sweet and salty cravings!

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This yummy exhibition will feature hundreds of different snack brands from all around the world.

Popular brands you will be familiar with include Japanese brands Meiji and Calbee. We can hear the crunch of potato chips already!

There will also be Ichiban kuji for Otakus who wish to try their luck, getting some rad anime merchandise. What’s more, a maid and butler cafe will also be set up on-site for those who enjoy themed cafes!

World Snack Fair 2017
Where: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Level 3, Concourse 1-4, Singapore 039593
When: 7-8 April (9am – 10pm), 9 April (9am – 9pm)
Contact no.: 6560 5424

8. Michelin Guide Street Food Festival

Have you tried Michelin starred local food?

Now’s your chance to try food from Michelin starred eateries, all under one roof!

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This is a celebration of multi-cultural and delicious local street food. They’re coming from the kitchens of more than 12 Michelin starred restaurants and celebrated Bib Gourmand eateries.

Expect star dishes including many local street food favourites and a selection of international street cuisine!

Join us at the ambient, breezy Coliseum at RWS for a meal you won’t forget!

Michelin Guide Street Food Festival
Where: The Coliseum, Resorts World Sentosa
When: 14-15 April
Price: $20 per pax
Website

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9. Pet Expo

You won’t have to leave Fido at home for this one.

Welcome to Pet Expo 2017!

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Bring your furry friend to the biggest pet fair this year! There will be a whole lot of businesses present, as well as educational and engaging activities focused on pets and their well-being.

Look forward to a series of informative talks and intense competitions planned to bring the pet community together!

This year, fish lovers too can look forward to participating in competitions for aquatic animals, while families can bring children to learn more about aquatic animals and marine life.

Join in on a fun-filled learning journey towards pet ownership!

Pet Expo 2017
Where: Singapore Expo Hall 7
When: 14-16 April, 11am-8pm
Price: $5 per day / $12 for 3-Day Pass (Free entry for children below 12)
Website

10. Artbox

Hipsters and art market lovers rejoice!

Artbox—Bangkok’s famous hipster market—is coming to Singapore this month.

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When: 14-16 April, 21 – 23 May, 3pm – 11pm
Price: Free entrance

Don’t be a fool this April!

Come join in on these cannot-miss events to kick off your April on a strong note. We kid you not, you’ll have a whale of a time!

Also, read Enjoy Movies By The Beach At Sunset Cinema, The First Silent Movie Experience In S’pore

Meet And Get Inked By World-Class Tattoo Artists At This Year’s Singapore Ink Show

Tattoos are a bit of a taboo here in relatively conservative Singapore. Once associated with gangsters and ‘ah bengs’, tattoos are shedding those old connotations and are becoming increasingly recognized for the art form that they are.

With more and more tattoo parlours popping up, and more and more young people sporting tattoos, Singapore’s body art scene is certainly healthy and growing.

This year, tattoo enthusiasts all over Singapore can attend the Singapore Ink Show, the largest gathering of international and local tattoo artists in Singapore!

Happening at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre between April 21-23, this event aims to immerse Singapore in the global tattoo culture.

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 and Jee Sayalero, as well as daily contests where tattoo artists from all over the world get to show off their chops at various tattoo types and styles!

The show will also give you the chance to get up close and personal with world-class tattoo artists from around the world, and even get inked by them! To avoid disappointment, do book a slot with your preferred tattooist in advance.

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This New Black And White Hotel In Singapore Is A Minimalist’s Dream Come True

Singapore is no stranger to boutique hotels. They’re fun, uniquely designed–a welcomed break from the standard fare you find at more well-established hotel chains.

For those of you who are always on the lookout for somewhere to have a stay-cay with your beau, your gal pals, or even your family, there’s a new player in town, and it’s a minimalist’s dream come true.

Get your cameras and phones ready, ‘cuz we foresee lots of insta-worthy photo opportunities!

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Address: 18 Mosque Street, Singapore
Contact no.: 6326 0430
A Super Insta-Worthy and Trendy Hotel Has Just Opened In Singapore

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Enjoy Movies By The Beach At Sunset Cinema, The First Silent Movie Experience In S’pore

Forget the conventional indoor cinema. Come May, film buffs can enjoy the latest flicks while sipping champagne at Sunset Cinema, Singapore’s first silent outdoor cinema.

This highly anticipated movie event will be held from 5 – 14 May at Tanjong Beach.

What to Expect at Sunset Cinema

Alongside top-notch movies, expect a fun night filled with great food, and tunes by live DJs, set against a spectacular sunset!

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Some of the movies in the six-film line-up include Oscar nominated sci-fi film, Arrival, where a linguistics professor races against time to discover the intentions of aliens who have landed on earth; Lion, an adoption tearjerker and comedy-drama; Captain Fantastic, and many others!

Doors open at 5pm, so cinema-goers can arrive early to enjoy some pre-film tipple and bites. At 7.30pm, sit back and relax on the deck chairs while your movie plays through your noise cancelling wireless headphones. After each movie screening, there will be shuttle buses to ferry you back to Harbourfront MRT!

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Tickets cost $29.80 a pop and are selling fast, so grab yours soon!

Click here for the full line-up of movies and to book tickets.

DiscoverSG Giveaway

DiscoverSG will be giving 5 lucky winners one pair of tickets each to see one of the following films:
– Arrival
– The Founder
– Captain Fantastic

All you have to do is:
1. LIKE our Facebook page
2. SHARE the giveaway post
3. TAG a friend you would like to bring along to Sunset Cinema

The giveaway ends on 11.59pm, 29th March.

(Top Image Credit: Sunset Cinema)

Also read, Put Your Prison Break Skills To The Test At One Of Lockdown SG’s Most Challenging Escape Rooms

5 Family-Friendly Events That Will Thrill Kids And The Young At Heart

Running out of ideas for what you can do together as a family? Don’t worry, there are plenty of ways to switch things up!

This time of the year is jam-packed with fun-filled activities that both you and your kids can enjoy!

From immersive arts experiences for your budding little musician to musicals with special appearances from your kids’ favourite nursery rhyme characters, there’s a whole host of experiences you can share with your child!

Here are 5 family day out ideas that we’re sure both you and your child will love!

1. Arts Imprints Around My Neighbourhood

If you enjoyed Arts in Your Neighbourhood before, the month-long arts extravaganza is back again and this time, it’s coming to the north of Singapore—the neighbourhood of Yishun!

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From now till 26 March, there will be a host of engaging, fun arts activities for you and your kids to enjoy right where you are, in your neighbourhood!

One of the events both you and your kids can have a ball of a time at is Arts Imprints Around My Neighbourhood, a musical trail around Yishun. Start at either Chong Pang Amphitheatre (Route A) or Yishun Neighbourhood Park (Route B), and follow the musicians as they lead you from one familiar landmark to another, telling the story of Yishun, one of the oldest estates in Singapore.

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Expect pop-up music performances, hands-on drumming sessions for your kids, and also a special finale: a concert at GV Yishun cinema! Arts Imprints Around My Neighbourhood*
Date: 26 Mar 2017
Time:
9.30am – 12.30pm

*Event is free, but registration is required.

2. i Light Marina Bay

For those of you who haven’t already checked out i Light Marina Bay, it’s not too late to head down to see the remarkable lightworks and be a part of the food, fun and festivities! Planned with both adults and children in mind, people of all ages can enjoy i Light!

Bring the kids to the Art-Zoo, an experiential inflatable playground and art installation by Singaporean artist, designer and curator Jackson Tan. Here, kids can bounce to their heart’s content in an imaginative landscape where plants, animals and eco-systems are brought to life through art.

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With so many things to do, i Light is definitely an event you don’t want to miss out on.

Click here to find out more about the light installations and the performances happening at Gastrobeats.

Art-Zoo
Location:
The Float @ Marina Bay
Price:
$15/person; $54/4 pax (at the door), $50/4 pax (online sales)
Date:
3 March – 26 March 2017
Operating Hours:
Weekdays: 5pm – 11pm; Weekends: 2pm – 11pm

GastroBeats
Location:
Bayfront Event Space
Date:
3 March – 26 March 2017
Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 5pm – 11pm; Friday & Saturday: 4pm – 12am

3. Itsy – The Musical 

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Itsy the Musical tells the tale of the evil Itsy Bitsy spider, who’s gathered an army of spiders to terrorise the characters in the nursery rhyme world. A grandfather in search of his grandson becomes an unlikely hero, as he fends off the eight-legged terror to protect the friends he’s met along the way—characters you’ll find familiar from reading all those nursery rhymes with your kids!

A moving tale of the bond between a grandparent and his grandchild, look out for special appearances by Jack and Jill, the Three Blind Mice, Humpty Dumpty and many others! With an entrancing mixture of puppetry and live action, you can expect a show with stunning effects and music both you and your tot will love!

Itsy—The Musical
Location:
Victoria Theatre
Price:
Standard: $75, $65, $55; Restricted View: $45
Date:
24 March – 2 April 2017

Click Image credit: Image credit: to find out more highlights happening during “A World Of Wonder” Garden Rhapsody.

The Dye-nosaur Gardens
Location:
Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay
Date:
10 March – 2 April 2017
Time:
10.00am – 9.00pm

“A World Of Wonder” Garden Rhapsody
Location:
Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay
Date:
10 March – 2 April 2017*
Time:
7.45pm – 8.00pm, 8.45pm – 9.00pm

*In support of Earth Hour on 25 March 2017 (Sat), the 8.45pm Garden Rhapsody show will be cancelled. The 7.45pm show will proceed as scheduled.

5. A Peter Rabbit Tale

Based on the beloved children’s classic by Beatrix Potter, Singapore Repertory Theatre’s The Little Company will be presenting “A Peter Rabbit Tale”!

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A List Singapore is also easily available in both online and print versions. You can either follow them on their FacebookTwitterInstagram , Youtube page, or get a hardcopy of their monthly magazine that is distributed at SMRT Stations island-wide.

Have a blast, and we hope you make some brilliant memories as a family!

Also, read 10 Cannot Miss Activities to End March With A Bang [15 – 31 March]

Put Your Prison Break Skills To The Test At One Of Lockdown SG’s Most Challenging Escape Rooms

What better way to spend an hour with good friends than by being intentionally locked in a room?

At Lockdown SG, 1 hour might not even be enough!

Escape rooms originated from Japan and Hungary in 2010, before landing on our shores in 2013. Since then, it has taken Singapore by storm as friends, family and colleagues began putting their wits and teamwork to the test in these escape rooms.

DiscoverSG’s lovely ambassadors Cheryl, Evelyn and Jessie went down to Lockdown SG at Clarke Quay Central to try one of the 6 constantly changing rooms. With an hour on the clock in The Forgotten Temple room (one of the most challenging and technologically advanced adventure rooms), the ladies put their heads together and got out with 14 minutes to spare!

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After a thrilling escape from the Egyptian-cursed room, we sat down at the only timed cafe in Singapore, Coffeemin, and had a talk with the owner, Zoltan.

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A Chit-Chat With Owner, Zoltan

Why did you decide to bring Escape Adventure rooms to Singapore?

Escape games are just fun. You can come down with your friends and have fun.

Lockdown SG focuses on both the retail aspect–which is what you have here at Clarke Quay Central–and events. For retail, the idea was to make the escape rooms inclusive and suitable for all ages.

Unlike other escape rooms, it is less physically demanding so that the elderly and even corporates can participate in the experience safely.

How do you ensure the rooms are safe for all participants?

Before each team heads into the escape rooms, participants are first required to sign an indemnity agreement. Following that will be a short briefing of the safety protocols, as well as the game instructions.

Compared with other escape rooms where you are only given 3 phone calls for clues, there’s an unlimited number of phone calls [here], which [is] a safety procedure for any issues that might pop up.

To top it all off, each room has 2 CCTVs, where the staff can observe what is happening in the room at all times and intervene when necessary.

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What can companies who are looking for escape room concept events look forward to?

One of the recent events we did was at Haw Par Villa, where dozens of people attended over 4 days. The objective of that room was to [bring back] your friend’s spirit from the spirit world. I shan’t give too much away and spoil the fun for any of you looking to experience it yourselves!

So why the decision to have a timed cafe right next to the escape rooms?

It was pertinent for us to have a venue next to the escape rooms where people could sit down and have a coffee after their game. We wanted something cool and new, and when we heard of this timed cafe concept from Russia, Japan and Korea, we decided to open one here, next to Lockdown SG.

For Coffeemin, I see a lot of youngsters hanging out, playing board games, Xbox, League of Legend, PC games, etc. The first hour is S$6 per hour, and S$1 every 10 minutes subsequently. You’re only charged for the time; everything else in the cafe is included for free. [There is] unlimited drinks, snacks, and all the games are available.

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You’ve described this cafe as the new coworking space and anticafe for creative professionals, freelancers and entrepreneurs in Singapore, and a ‘Home away from home’. Who is this cafe for?

It’s for everyone! During office hours, we see quite a few corporates having meetings here. During the evening and weekends, we usually see youngsters, tourists, and occasionally even US Marines! At Coffeemin, they can Skype, chill and have some fun. We even host birthday events and baby showers in the cafe.

Our Experience At Lockdown SG

We asked the ladies how their escape adventure experience was and here’s what they had to say.

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Cheryl: “I was very impressed by the layout! I did not expect it to look so professional and well-made. The technology in place was unexpected, and was a nice surprise! You have to think out of the box to figure the room out, which I really enjoyed.”

Evelyn: “In other escape rooms, you often have to climb up and down to collect items. With Lockdown SG, it was much safer as you could do your solving at ground level. I definitely used a lot of ‘brain juice’ and strength to solve this game!”

Jessie: “I really liked the storyline, as well as the mechanisms and technology used. It was definitely interesting and interactive, and went beyond what was expected or basic like keys and locks! You have to look everywhere for the clues, and the puzzles were very hands-on.”

If you’re looking for a fun, new way to spend an afternoon with your friends, family, or even colleagues, give Lockdown SG a shot! Test your brain power, team spirit and puzzle-solving skills, and follow that up with a lovely rest at Coffeemin next door!

Lockdown SG
Where: Clarke Quay Central, 6 Eu Tong Sen Street, #02-33 Clarke Quay Central, S059817
Opening Hours: Monday-Sunday, 11am-10pm,
Price: S$19/person on weekdays before 7pm; S$22/person on weekdays after 7pm, on weekends and public holidays
Contact no.: 6222 6100
Website: lockdown.sg

This Pop-Up Exhibition Will Show 16 Game Of Thrones-Themed Pencil Sculptures That Are Stunningly Detailed

Fans of the gruesome, epic Game of Thrones, here’s a special announcement you’ll definitely appreciate: there will be a pop-up exhibition featuring sculptures from your favourite HBO series on a rather unique medium–pencils!

Yep, unlike the large, life-sized structures that probably came to mind, this exhibition features very, very tiny sculptures, carved into the tips of graphite pencils.

The “Game of Thrones”: A Pencil Microsculpture Exhibition by Salavat Fidai features 16 GoT-themed microsculptures, many of which will be immediately recognizable for those of you GoT die-hards.

Look out for the Iron Throne, sigils from the various Houses, a White Walker, the Three Eyed Raven, Drogon the dragon, two swords – Brienne of Tarth’s Oathkeeper and Jon Snow’s Long Claw – and many more!

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Happening for a very limited time only, between 22 Apr – 4 Jun, at the K+ Curatorial Space at Scotts Square, admission is completely free.

More On The Artist

These microsculptures are made by Russian artist and sculptor, Salavat Fidai, who is world-renowned as one of the finest in the field of miniature sculpture.

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Not only does he create immaculate, detailed works of art on the tips of pencils with diameters from 5mm to as small as 2mm, he also does miniature paintings with similarly small objects as his canvas, such as matchboxes and seeds.

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Marrying the hit TV series with a stunning, fascinating art form, head on down to appreciate not just the works, but the incredible craftsmanship that’s gone into making them!

Address: K+ Curatorial Space, #03-11/12/13 Scotts Square, 6 Scotts Road
When: 22 Apr – 4 Jun

The New Chanel Pop-Up Cafe Will Serve Not Just Food, But Also Lip Glosses On A Silver Platter

Chanel lovers, you’re in for a real treat this April!

For a limited time only, between 8 – 16 April, beauty meets leisure at Chanel’s Coco Café, the latest spark of brilliance to come from the luxury French fashion house.

A pop-up concept at the Visual Arts Centre, Chanel’s Coco Café is a Parisian style café where you can enjoy beauty, bubbles and dessert specially curated by Chanel.

Take in the laid-back atmosphere of Coco Café amidst Dhoby Ghaut Green’s lush surroundings, while enjoying full access to all 27 shades of Chanel’s latest Rouge Coco Gloss collection.

You’ll also get to play around with their upcoming Cruise makeup collection, Les Indispensables De L’été, which will be exclusively pre-launched here!

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Be one of the very first to experience it all by registering

10 Cannot Miss Activities to End March With A Bang [15 – 31 March]

March. If you’re between the ages of 7 and 19, you’re probably enjoying the blissfulness of the school holidays!

If your school holidays haven’t begun yet and you’re struggling to get to the weekend, don’t fret, we’ve got 10 activities happening over the next two weeks that are bound to lift your spirits!

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1. St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival 2017 

St. Patrick’s Day is right around the corner, which can mean only two things: a whole lot of green and a whole lot of Guinness. This year, the St. Patrick’s Day Street Festival will be spilling onto the streets of Circular Road.

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2. Take A Hike At Chestnut Nature Park 

Looking for a quiet spot for a moment of serenity? Head to Singapore’s newest nature park, Chestnut Nature Park. Spanning over 81 hectares, Chestnut Nature Park is Singapore’s largest nature park.

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Joining up with the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, Chestnut Nature Park stretches along the BKE. Hiking trails within Chestnut Nature Park are split into North and South, bringing the total length to 5.6km. If you’re looking for a quiet spot away from the crowd, why not head down here?

Chestnut Nature Park
Opening Hours:
7am – 7pm (daily)
Website

3. Singapore Festival Of Fun

Spread over 3 weeks, the Singapore Festival Of Fun features a different theme every week. This week (14 – 19 March), head to Clarke Quay for Street Fest. Featuring street performances, you’ll be kept at the edge of your seats watching some death-defying acts.

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International Comedy Festival Singapore
Where:
Clarke Quay
When: 16 – 19 March
Website 

4. Camping By The Beach @ Sentosa 

For the month of March, Sentosa will be offering up night activities that will have you experiencing a whole new side of Sentosa.

Here in Singapore, there aren’t many spots to pitch a tent other than East Coast Park. As part of Sentosa’s March-only night activities, guests will be given the opportunity to pitch their own tents along Palawan Green.

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Outdoor movie screenings aren’t a new feature here on our sunny island, where movie screenings at the Hive and Fort Canning are now the norm.

Sentosa is hopping on the bandwagon with movie screenings with a variety of genres across several nights.

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Grab a blanket, some good friends and some snacks as you catch movies like Our Times, Pitch Perfect and The Internship. Best part? It’s free and there’s no assigned seating, so do get there early for the best view!

Movies By The Beach
Where: Palawan Beach
When: 17 – 19 March, 25 – 26 March; 7.30pm – 9.45pm – 12am
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Make your way through the underground tunnels of Fort Siloso while getting a history lesson on warfare and the events that led to the Japanese Occupation. While there aren’t any boogeymen or scare tactics at this night tour, it can be a bit unnerving to explore the tunnels way past the sun has set.

Registration booths open at 6.30pm on event dates, so remember to head down early!

Fort Siloso Nite Tour
Where: Fort Siloso
When: 17 – 19 March, 25 – 26 March; 8pm & 9.30pm

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7. Durian Fiesta 

Back for its 34th run, the Durian Fiesta at Goodwood Park Hotel celebrates all things durian. This year’s festivities stretches from 10 March to 31 July, boasting a total of 14 premium confections.

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This year’s food trend has been all about the cheese and really, what’s not to like about hot, melted cheese? While quite a few restaurants have popped up featuring the popular roulette cheese, Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei is in a league of its own when it comes to its cheese game.

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Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei[/caption]

Popular Japanese ramen operator Keisuke Takeda, known for their chain of ramen shops, has just opened his 12th food concept, Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei. Conveniently located at Tanjong Pagar, this eatery serves up prime US beef patties on sizzling hotplates.

Sound pretty mundane? Wait till you cut into these juicy slabs of meat, because the real star here is the hot, oozing cheese. Hungry for more? At Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei, you’ll find an open salad bar (for the health-conscious) and free flow eggs that are cooked to your liking!

So, if you’re looking for a spot where you can fill your stomach with decadent slabs of meat, head on down to Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei!

Teppanyaki Hamburg Nihonbashi Keisuke Bettei
Where: 
72 Peck Seah Street Singapore 079329
Opening Hours: 11:30am – 2:30pm, 5:30pm – 10:00pm

10. The Big Cheese

Who can say no to cheese (sorry vegans and the lactose-intolerant)? Here at DiscoverSG, we believe that the cheesier, the better.  A little food spot has opened up at Sunshine Plaza which sells only one delicious item… MAC AND CHEESE!

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Specialty cafes, restaurants and bakeries are no stranger to the food scene but we’ve never seen a food spot dedicated to this humble dish. Tagged at an affordable $5.90, hungry Singaporeans can build their own mac & cheese here!

Choose from an array of cheeses, fillings and toppings. Too hungry to get creative? The Big Cheese has a selection of mac & cheese dishes all sorted out for you so you can focus on the important part… EATING!

So, why not head down to Sunshine Plaza and dig into a comforting bowl of mac & cheese!

The Big Cheese
Where: 
91 Bencoolen Street #01-59, Sunshine Plaza, S189652
Opening Hours:
11am – 2pm, 6pm – 10pm (Tues – Sun, 3pm – 10pm on Fri), Closed Mon

Excited yet? With this list of exciting events and enticing food spots, there’s no reason to stay in this month!

Grab your friends and family and head down to these events! They’re sure to offer a well-deserved break from the work desk!

Also read, 6 Places In Singapore With The Dreamiest Bespoke Cakes For Your Special Day

Bob’s Bar At Capella Singapore: Kick Off Singapore Cocktail Festival With A Summer Twist!

It’s time to mix up your evening plans! Singapore Cocktail Festival is just around the corner.

Bob’s Bar at Capella Singapore will be presenting a thrilling 6-day line-up from 16 – 21 March.

The only participating bar in Sentosa Island for this festival, Bob’s Bar is the perfect escape in island paradise.

Pomaika’i

Throughout the Festival, Bob’s Bar will be serving its signature Festive Cocktail, Pomaika’i. So fiery.

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Need all the good luck you can get this year? One sip of this cocktail should do the trick! Its name means ‘good luck’ in Hawaiian. It’s made with sweet rum and fresh citrus juices. Extra refreshing on a hot night!

At S$20++, this drink will be served with its recipe card and a hands-on cocktail making kit. More fun!

Diplomático World Tournament – Singapore National Final 2017

The event will see 8 local bartenders compete for a chance to represent Singapore. This year’s Continental Finals will be held in Venezuela.

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Be prepared to be wowed by insane amounts of bartending talent!

There’ll be live music, good food and a special Diplomàtico Cocktail Bar. They are all set up on the picturesque alfresco terrace.

When: Thursday, 16 March 2017, 3:30pm to 10:00pm
Find out more here.

Havana Nights

To shake up your evenings, we present everyone’s favourite Havana Nights! This is a usual Friday affair on the breezy outdoor terrace.

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Look forward to a groovy beach-themed affair and an unforgettable evening of salsa dancing and live music.

There’ll be succulent barbecue meats and a pop-up Pomaika’i Cocktail Bar.

When: Friday, 17 March 2017; 6:30pm to 10:00pm

Guest Bartender Hiroyasu Kayama

What’s a more perfect way to end your Sunday evening than to unwind with a cocktail? To have a glass made by Japan’s top mixologist perhaps!

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Hiroyasu Kayama hails from Ben Fiddich Tokyo. The bar ranks 21st in Asia’s 50 Best Bars Awards 2016. Impressive.

Be sure to order Kayama’s cannot-be-missed drink, “The Botanist Forest”. It’s a creative and refreshing botanical concoction. All made with an assortment of exotic herbs.

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Consider your Sunday night plans made.

When: Sunday, 19 March 2017, 8:00pm to 10:00pm

All these are happening at Singapore’s premier resort destination: Capella Singapore on Sentosa Island.

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Are you ready to mix it up at Asia’s largest celebration of cocktails?

Bob’s Bar @ Capella Singapore
Address: 1 The Knolls Sentosa Island Singapore 098297
Dates: 16 – 21 March 2017
Tel: +65 6377 8888
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