Best Mala Xiang Guo Stalls: It’s Going To Be A Fiery Hot Affair!

The latest food craze hitting Singapore shores is mala xiang guo, a spicy and mouth-numbing stir-fry that comprises of a variety of ingredients handpicked by diners.

While this dish is popular among the Chinese nationals, having originated from the Sichuan and Chongqing provinces, Singaporeans are fast catching onto this chilli bug as well!

If you are up for this spicy challenge, then we promise you that it is going to be a fiery hot affair at these five mala xiang guo places!

1. Ri Ri Hong Mala Xiang Guo

As one of the pioneering stalls in the mala xiang guo scene in Singapore, Ri Ri Hong Mala Xiang Guo is now so hotly-popular that they have two outlets at People’s Park Food Centre just to cater to the crowd.

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10 International Music Festivals Happening 2017 That Are Worth The Flight Tickets

With origins pointing back to the hippy era, music festivals have evolved over the years to become more mainstream. The popularity of music events the likes of Coachella and EDM paradise, Tomorrowland, have proliferated in recent years. To add on, the music festivals calendar is seemingly getting more packed each year.

Nonetheless, the international music festival scene for 2017 certainly promises some unforgettable experiences for all. Whether you are looking for sun-kissed beaches, green fields or even non-stop partying, here are 10 international music festivals happening 2017 that are worth the flight tickets!

1. It’s The Ship (Singapore & Malaysia)

Sailing across the seas between Singapore and Malaysia for three days straight, there is nothing more exhilarating than partying on-board this luxury cruise ship to non-stop EDM and dance music by globally-renowned DJs.

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It’s The Ship 2017
Festival haven for: EDM music lovers and those whom are willing to risk their sea-sickness
Dates: TBC
Website

2. Java Jazz Festival (Jakarta, Indonesia)

As one of the largest jazz music festivals in the world, 2017 will see the 13th edition of Jakarta International Java Jazz festival.

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3. Armin Only Embrace (Jakarta, Indonesia)

Avid fans of Armin, it is time to rejoice!

Organised by The Livescape Group and Euphorics Events, the Armin Only Embrace World Tour has decided to add Jakarta to their 2017 global tour.

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How often do you get to take a cable car trip up a mountain just to see a rock band?

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5. Glastonbury (Somerset, United Kingdom)

Dubbed as the Big Daddy of UK music festivals, Glastonbury commanders a sizable chunk of Somerset for five days of music, jubilee and of course, lots of booze.

Boasting an incredible number of eight stages dotting the woods and fields, you can expect an amazing musical line-up featuring top-notch international artists the likes of Disclosure, Coldplay, Adele and many more.

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This annual star-studded music festival is a staple in every celebrity’s calendar and of course, marked and circled in every music festival goer’s calendar as well.

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When it comes to throwing outrageous EDM music festivals, no other party can compete with Tomorrowland.

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8. Ultra Music Festival (Downtown Miami, USA)

Ultra Music Festival is perhaps the only EDM bash that comes close to competing with Tomorrowland.

Party goers from around the world descend on Miami for this incredible high-energy EDM festival. This 2017, Ultra Music Festival will definitely not disappoint with its amazing line-up of DJs  and electronic music makers, featuring the likes of Armin van Buuren, Afrojack, DJ Snake, David Guetta and many more.

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9. Sunset Music Festival (Tampa, USA)

The sixth-consecutive Sunset Music Festival returns in 2017 with more in-demand dance music! Slated to take place over the USA Memorial Day weekend, it is the perfect soundtrack for a fun-filled weekend holiday celebration.

With three stages, a huge line-up, and elaborate stage set-ups, you are definitely setting yourself up for a raving dance party.

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10. St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival (Across Australia)

St. Jerome’s Laneway Festival (or Laneway in short) has grown over the years to become one of Australia’s biggest and best festivals.

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Also, read Laneway Festival Singapore 2017 – 5 Underrated Acts That Even Hipsters Haven’t Heard Of!

Count Yourself As A True Blue Singaporean Only If You Have Tried These 9 Local Dishes!

We Singaporeans are certainly proud of our vibrant and thriving culinary scene.

However, besides fine dining, typical cafe dishes and fast food, there is a category of quintessential Singaporean dishes that only a true blue Singaporean would know!

Think you know it all when it comes to these true blue Singaporean dishes? Rate yourself with our ultimate list of dishes only a true Singaporean heartlander would have tried.

Time to find out if you deserve the bragging rights of being a true blue Singaporean.

1. Curry Fish Head

Largely influenced by Nonya cuisine, Curry Fish Head is now a staple weekend dinner indulgence for most Singaporean households.

A red snapper’s head is typically used and stewed in a bubbling pot of fragrant curry broth. It is usually cooked together with an assortment of vegetables as well, such as lady’s finger and eggplant.

Where to get: Ocean Fish Head Curry
Address: No. 181 Telok Ayer Street, Singapore 068629
Opening hours: Mon to Fri 10.30am – 3pm, 5pm – 8.30pm; Sat 10.30am – 3pm (Close on Sun & PH)
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Think fried egg tofu served atop a large fried egg. It comes topped with an assortment of vegetables, such as sliced carrots, cauliflower and mushrooms. The entire dish is then completely covered in thick bubbly gravy that includes minced meat, oyster sauce and chilli bean paste.

Where to get: Two Chefs Eating Place
Address: 409 Sin Ming Ave #02-01, Singapore 570409
Opening hours: Daily, 11am – 10.30pm

3. Mee Rebus

Image delicious yellow noodles drenched in thick gravy with a slight nutty taste, topped with Chinese celery and a squeeze of calamansi for that extra flavour, it leaves little to wonder why Mee Rebus is a popular Malay dish among Singaporeans.

3. Prawn Paste Chicken Wings (Har Cheong Gai)

Affectionately known as Har Cheong Gai at most zi char stalls, this particular dish is a local alternative to fried chicken wings.

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Comprising of stir-fried water spinach with sambal belacan, this dish delivers a spicy kick to the taste buds! No wonder this is a popular veggie dish among Singaporeans.

Where to get: Tan Chin Lee Sea-Fresh Restaurant
Address: 71 Pioneer Road, #02-06 Tuas Amenity Centre, Singapore 639591
Opening hours: Daily 11.30am – 2.30pm, 5.30pm – 10pmm

5. Putu Mayam

Putu Mayam is a popular Indian dish that is commonly eaten for breakfast. It consists of steamed vermicelli-like rice noodles with the addition of aromatic pandan leaf as flavouring.

6. Chilli Crab

Chlli Crab is a long-standing national dish of Singapore.

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This savoury dish is typically served at auspicious events such as weddings or during the Chinese New Year reunion dinner. It certainly is getting harder to find this rare dish around so we highly recommend you try it before it is forgotten!

Where to get: Mei Zhen Hakka Delicacies
Address: Shunfu Mart Food Centre, 320 Shunfu Road, #02-26, Singapore 570320
Opening hours: Tue – Sun, 7am – 2pm (Closed on Mon)

9. Sugee Cake

For some true Singapore-Eurasian food, look no further than Sugee Cake.

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Baby Photographers: These Amazing Pictures Of Little Ones Will Melt Your Heart

As The Avons sang, “We’re Only Young Once”, children will only be tiny munchkins for that precious instant in their lives. Who wouldn’t want to capture their lovely, tiny human at the pinnacle of their childhood charm? Before all your tiny darlings start shooting up like Jack’s magical beanstalk, book one of these outstanding baby photographers to freeze all those precious moments and expressions.

Photography Style: Versatile and Ingenious

1. Bambini Photography

If your baby is crying like a burst dam, it may make perfect sense to call off your photoshoot. Or even better, why not let Bambini Photography turn that moment into a breezy au naturel photo opportunity?

Also, they are such dedicated baby photographers that they’ll even bring their props and backdrops to your home for a photoshoot if that’s what will make baby and you feel more comfortable.

Bambini Photography
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Whether it’s recreating a nautical scene on a beach, or depicting your baby as a hen, game on.

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Helmed by an all-women team, this boutique photography studio specialises in dreamy, whimsical shots with playful use of costumes and props.

Photography Style: Surreal and Edgy

4. Jen Pan Photography

This baby photographer’s shots will speak to your inner wild child, as her shots are snazzy and mystical all at once.

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Photography Style: Simple and Classic

5. Bamboo Shoots Photography

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Cici from Bamboo Shoots Photography believes in delivering simple, sincere and elegant shots. What better way to do this than capturing her subjects under natural light?

Besides her artful integration of nature into the photography process, she is adept at capturing her subjects’ emotions. No wonder she’s on the 2016 Best list of Singapore Tatler!

Bamboo Shoots Photography
Photography Style: Humorous and Candid

7. The Family Man

Photography Style: Sophisticated and thought-provoking

8. Sealey Brandt Photography

With the blood of photography running through her veins, Tatler’s listed Sealey Brandt has photographed over 1,000 families across the globe. It certainly wouldn’t hurt to experience the magic of what her and her camera can do.

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Late Night Gyms: Because You Build Muscles While Others Sleep

Ever heard of the saying, “Treat your body like a shrine”? Besides ensuring that you have a nutritious diet, exercising is also a must. Late night gyms are on the surge in Singapore because there is definitely a demand for some of us nocturnal creatures.

Sometimes we get that intense rush of adrenaline in the middle of the night (especially when we want to take our mind off work, or if we had a particularly sinful dinner) and have to look for ways to expend those extra bouts of energy. That’s where late night gyms make all the difference.

1) Anytime Fitness

24-hour or late night gyms aren’t just a privilege anymore because they are slowly crawling into our residential areas. United States based fitness chain Anytime Fitness is a thriving franchise with over 30 late night gyms across the island.

Unlike typical gigantic gyms, Anytime Fitness operates on a smaller scale in your neighbourhood.

Equipped with cardio machines and free weights – basically everything you need to get a great workout in, we are sure the gym is perfect for everyone.

Since these late night gyms are usually unmanned after 9pm (to 9am, on weekdays), members will be given an all-access pass where they can access all 3,400 Anytime Fitness gyms worldwide, 24/7! We have to admit that this is kind of insane, but totally worth it.

Anytime Fitness
Anytime Fitness Branches

2) Gymmboxx

Gymmboxx was established in 2010 and they have branded themselves as an affordable gym brand ever since.

Looking for a spacious gym with premium workout equipment? This is it!

If you typically go for a run in the great outdoors and hit the gym only occasionally, Gymmboxx is perfect for you as well.

At just $6 per entry (for 2 hours), you can switch up your usual workout and make full use of the equipment that is available in the gym.

Do note that only 3 out of their 7 branches are open 24/7.

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Both their branches are open till 12 midnight from Mondays to Saturdays. With a space of over 32,000 sq-ft (Asia Square branch) and a wide array of state-of-the-art fitness equipment from all over the world, you can get an extraordinary workout in a modern and comfortable environment.

Pure Fitness
Asia Square
Level 6, Asia Square Tower 1, 8 Marina View, Singapore 018960

Ocean Financial Centre (Opening December 2016)
Level 4, Ocean Financial Centre, 10 Collyer Quay, Singapore 049315

Opening Hours
Monday-Saturday: 6am – 12midnight
Sunday & Public holidays: 8am – 10pm

With all these late night gyms island-wide, we can now avoid the evening crowd and workout at our own pace, and time.

This is too good to be true! Having more time (and less excuses) to get a workout in, we are now a step nearer to our fitness goals. Say yay to a stronger body and a better health!

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Klook x KopiPass: Enjoy Free Coffee While Planning Your Holiday Activities!

The year-end festive season is fast approaching! Planning for holiday activities and weekend getaways will be a headache. However, there is no better place to brainstorm for your vacation plans than in the comfort of a cafe over a FREE cup of coffee! This festive season, Klook has teamed up with KopiPass to present ‘Grounds for Exploration’ Giveaway!

From now till 31 March 2017, be instantly rewarded with a complimentary cup of coffee at selected cafes!

All you have to do is simply use the Klook mobile app to plan your upcoming holiday getaways!

Hold On, What’s Klook And KopiPass?

Klook

Klook is an online travel activity platform that helps savvy but busy travellers (like you and I) beat the crowd while on holiday.

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The ‘Grounds for Exploration’ Giveaway is valid from 10 November 2016 to 31 March 2017.

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More information on this fantastic giveaway can be found here!

Sounds Fantastic! I’m Sold – How Does This Work?

Here is what you have to do to get your complimentary cup of coffee:

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• Download the Klook iOS / Android mobile app
• Tap on “Redeem A Free Cup of Coffee” banner and select the participating cafe of your choice
• Enter the promo code GROUNDSTOEXPLORE upon check out
• Receive your redemption e-voucher instantly in your account
• Retrieve your e-voucher from the “Bookings” tab and head to the cafe
• Show them the voucher to redeem your free coffee!

Do note that the promo code is valid from 10 to 30 November 2016.

However, redemption of the coffee is available from 10 November 2016 to 30 March 2017.

Awesome! How Do I Get Started?

Easy!

All you have to do is download the Klook mobile app here (for iOS) or here (for Android).

There is no time left to waste!

Remember, this giveaway is only limited to the first 100,000 redemptions. So hurry download the mobile app and start Klooking today!

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Also, read Attention Coffee Lovers: Here’s Your Chance To Savour 30 Cups Of Coffee At Only $30!

10 Crazy & Unusual Ice Cream Flavours You Would Have Never Dreamed Of!

Think you might have heard it all when it comes to whacky ice cream flavours? Think again! These ice cream parlours have managed to come up with unbelievably innovative and creative renditions of ice cream flavours.

Here are some truly out-of-this-world ice cream flavours that you can find in Singapore. Question is – are you game to try them all?

1. Bacon Ice Cream – Oh My Bacon

It is literally Oh My Bacon! with this extremely unconventional ice cream flavour – Bacon ice cream!

2. Pineapple Tart – Island Creamery

There is no denying that we love our traditional pineapple tarts during the Chinese New Year.

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In an attempt to recreate our locally-loved soya beancurd, Tom’s Palette has come up with a unique concoction – the Soya Ginger ice cream!

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Topped with gula melaka ginger sauce, this soy beancurd ice cream flavour is surprisingly wholesome and addictive.

Tom’s Palette
Address: 100 Beach Rd ,#01-25 Shaw Tower, Singapore 189702
Operating hours: Mon-Thu 12nn – 9.30pm,  Fri-Sat 12nn – 10pm, Sun 1pm – 7pm (Closed every last Sunday of the month)
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5. Champion Chendol – Udders

It seems like the traditional Chendol dessert has taken a slightly different dessert form – as an ice cream flavour!

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It is bread spread-turned-ice cream flavour with this oKAYAlah ice cream from The Daily Scoop!

Inspired by our local food flavours, this is essentially a kaya-flavoured ice cream with its strong flavour brought out by the richness of the eggs and coconut.

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With a great consistency almost like a kaya spread itself, it might very well tempt you to replace the typical breakfast bread spread with this delectable ice cream instead!

The Daily Scoop
Address: 43 Jalan Merah Saga, #01-78 Chip Bee Gardens, Singapore 278115
Operating hours: Mon – Thu 11am – 10pm, Fri – Sat 11am – 10.30pm, Sun 2pm – 10pm
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8. Sea Salt Matcha – FATCAT Ice Cream Bar

FATCAT Ice Cream Bar has certainly raised the bar on the all-familiar matcha ice cream – by sprinkling some sea salt and swirling in some Azuki red beans.

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The end result? A unique blend of green tea flavour with just a tinge of saltiness!

FATCAT Ice Cream Bar
Address: Blk 416 Bedok North Avenue 2, #01-25, Singapore 460416
Operating hours: Mon, Wed – Thu 1pm – 10pm, Fri 1pm – 11pm, Sat 12nn – 11pm, Sun, 12nn – 10pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
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Operating hours: Sun – Thu 11am – 1opm, Fri – Sat 11am – 11pm
Website

10. Miso Gula Melaka – Seriously Ice Cream

Seriously? Miso Gula Melaka?!

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A Day In The Life Of An Uber Driver – All You Need To Know And Tips Included!

Move over, taxis! Uber is one the newest and best way to get around Singapore. There is no denying that Uber advertisements are literally everywhere – on Instagram, Facebook, and even the little advert banners on the websites we visit.

Uber “supposedly” offers lucrative incentives for their drivers – such as X3 rates when driving during peak hours or additional SGD500 when you refer a friend to drive.

Sounds like a fast road to easy money! But what are the realities behind the wheel of an Uber driver?

Here is my personal account of being an Uber driver for a day:

An Early Start To The Day

My day started in the wee hours of the morning, with the sky slightly filled with faint blue hues.

I had to be at a multi-storey carpark in Serangoon to pick the Uber car,a Toyota Prius C, that was assigned to me.

With just a single tap of my EZ-link card on the card-reader next to the IU, the car was unlocked. Fascinating!

Fumbling Over The Uber App

Getting clients, GPS directions to locations, tracking incoming bookings and earnings etc., were all done via the Uber App – which I struggled to figure out while driving.

I was so fixated on exploring the Uber App and ensuring that I get my first passenger when I heard a loud horn. Apparently, I had not noticed that a huge lorry was going straight.

With my heart beating wildly in my chest, it finally dawned on me why Singapore imposes such heavy fines for using mobile phones while driving. Thankfully, I had the Uber App all figured out by then.

Tip! If you are a first time Uber driver, do play around with the Uber app to familiarise yourself with it first. Figure out how to accept bookings BEFORE hitting the roads. The Uber driver interface is different from the usual Uber passenger interface that we are familiar with.

Tip! Do use the mobile phone holder that comes with a suction cup. This will ensure that your phone is in an ideal position at a corner. It will not block your view of the road and it allows you to reach over easily to accept incoming bookings on your phone!

Picking Up My First Customer

My first booking came with a loud and repetitive “ping” sound just 10 minutes after I had hit the road.

A young couple from Serangoon needed a lift to Bras Basah to attend a friend’s church wedding.

I tried to be the friendly Uber driver –  making small talk and asking where they were heading to.

I was just secretly hoping that they would give me a five star rating as that would boost my credentials as a well-rated Uber driver.

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As this was during one of Uber’s regular promotions to entice people to try being an Uber driver, referral incentives and guaranteed top-up on hourly rates were dangled as carrots.

Watch Out! Certain promotional campaigns require an Uber driver to meet a minimum of 80% acceptance rate for bookings before qualifying for the incentives.

However, this might not always be explicitly stated on the website. Do make it a point to check with the Uber operators if there is such criteria before driving!

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Is It Really Easy Money?

I was perhaps a lazy Uber driver.

Despite the constant pinging of the Uber app throughout my entire shift, I only accepted a booking when I felt “ready” to hit the road again after a quick rest.

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Also, read We Hopped On The Makan Bus And Didn’t Wanna Get Off – Here’s Why!

5 Places In Singapore So Eerie That You’ll Have Nightmares Just Exploring These Places

Halloween isn’t just about fun Halloween themed parties and terrifying movies (even though that’s a huge part of it!), it’s also the best time to do some exploring! Despite Singapore only being 51 years old, our tiny island is already full of scary stories and urban legends. While most of these places have been redeveloped or fenced up. We’ve complied the top 5 creepy places which are oddly picturesque and can still be explored!

Disclaimer: Some of these places are open to the public while some are not. Be careful when it comes to exploring!

1. Tanglin Hill Brunei Hostel

First built to protect Singapore’s then bustling port, Fort Serapong is located within Sentosa. But unlike Fort Siloso which has been well maintained, Fort Serapong is off the beaten track which makes it a lot less accessible. Be extra careful when exploring Fort Serapong, due to the rusty metal present  and overgrown flora you might just trip and fall if you aren’t careful!

Spook factor: While not as creepy as the other spots, Fort Serapong is more like a historical spot. But seeing how it’s pretty far from any other main roads and walkways, there’s an eerie silence that overwhelms this spot.

4. Lim Chu Kang Jetty

Lim Chu Kang Jetty may not be creepy at first sight, I mean how creepy can a jetty be right? Very, according to some sources who have made their way to this quiet spot. If you’re exploring the are you might catch a glimpse of an old white structure. Also known as The Cashin House, it’s now gated so you won’t be able to go exploring inside but just making your way around Lim Chu Kang Jetty you can feel the hairs stand on the back of your neck!

Spook Factor: Creepy house that no one has lived in? Check. Quiet jetty where no one can hear you scream? Double check.

5. St John Island

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Trick Or Treat In Singapore: The Best 7 Places To Get Spooked This Halloween!

Unknown to many, the good old Halloween tradition of trick or treating is very much alive here. There are several trick or treat activities and places in Singapore – complete with elaborate decorations and houses that do give out awesome sweets!

This Halloween, get your entire family and friends decked out in Singapore-related Halloween costumes for the good old tradition of trick or treating!

For all ages

1. Halloween Trick or Treat @ Woodlands Woodgrove

Head down to this massive Trick-or-Treating event in the neighbourhood of Woodlands Woodgrove!

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What happens when pontianaks meet vampires? Or when Asian supernatural meets Western horror? Find your answers here at ACM After Dark: Horror Mash Up.

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Dress to scare as you roam the museum galleries, hearing haunting tales and watching out for a zombie outbreak.

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Admission tickets are priced at $8. Good news for shopaholics out there, if you spend $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue you get free entry into this scarefest!

Not for the faint of heart this school maze will make you hope you never step into a school again!

Best part? Each admission ticket to Scream Fest 3 lets you ice skate your heart out at The Rink for $7 (U.P $17.50)! So if you’re looking for a spot where you can shop, ice skate AND get scared, JCube is the perfect place to be!

Scream Fest 3 – The School Maze
Where: JCube, 2 Jurong East Central 1, Level 3, Singapore 609731
When: 7 Oct – 6 Nov

Price: $8 per entry, FREE if you spend at least $50 at JCube or $20 at J.Avenue

Find out more at JCube’s Official Facebook Page

Find out more about The Rink at The Rink’s Official Facebook Page

For kids only

4. Spooky Boo! Halloween Fun Fair at Go-Go Bambini

Here’s a spooky Halloween party for the little ones!

Be entertained by spine-tingling magic shows and a Halloween-themed photo booth. Of course, there’s a wide array of creepy-looking nibbles and candies up for grabs.

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Let your kids show off their quirky and unique Halloween costumes with the Trick or Treat parade! Furthermore, the best-dressed costume stands to bag even more treats and goodies.

Do register your little “vamps” and “monsters” early to not miss this FANGtastic party!

eXplorerkid Halloween Spooktacular Party
Where: Downtown East / AMK Hub
When: 29 October 2016, Saturday
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Price: $30 (eXplorerkid Member) / $40 (public)
More information here

6. Safari Boo @ River Safari

Get up close and personal with glowing monsters, mythical mermaids, aliens and many other creatures at this not-so-spooky, merry-not-scary kids Halloween event: Safari Boo @ River Safari! 

Walk along the Monster Boo trail to fight against the evil Professor V alongside a gang of fun-loving animal monsters!

Take up the trick or treat challenge that spans across the entire River Safari and keep a lookout for tricks amongst the treats at the monstrous scale of trick or treat.

Safari Boo @ River Safari
Where: River Safari, Singapore Zoo, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729826
When: 21 – 23, 28 – 30 October 2016
Time: 6pm to 10pm. Last admission is at 9pm
Price: $8 for children, $18 for adults
More information here

7. Spooky Seas @ S.E.A. Aquarium

Aaargh mate!

Are you in for a swashbuckling time at the Spooky Seas of S.E.A. Aquarium this Halloween?

Let your little ones follow Captain Spooks as he guides them through the trick and treats trail! Be ready for some little challenges along the way though, that is, if you want to score some delicious candies.