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Gardens By The Bay Gets A Glow Up – Meet Neon Animals, Circus Performances & Movie Screenings

Get your cameras ready because for the first time ever, the Supertree Grove at Gardens By The Bay will transform into a neon jungle with the largest collection of neon light installations in the form of endangered animals.

Step into the Neon Jungle after dark and spot the wildlife Illuminated in the urban oasis. From a glow-in-the-dark party to circus street performances, enjoy a host of exciting programmes at Gardens By The Bay this October.

Step Into The Neon Jungle

With groovy neon animals amidst the flora and lights at the Supertree Grove, these installations are sure to make any photographers squeal in delight.

Discover for yourself the largest collection of psychedelic neon lights, featuring some of the most endangered animals native to the biodiversity-rich South East Asia. Spot the neon animals scattered throughout the grove, with the likes of pouncing tigers, rhinos and elephants thrown into the mix.

Neon Animal Installations 
Venue: Supertree Grove
Date: 19 – 28 October 2018
Time: 6.00pm – 11.00pm

Circus Street Performances

Once you’re done taking all your IG-worthy portraits, be sure to catch the Circus Street Performances by Bornfire Singapore.

Diabolo, juggling and spinning, get ready for an awesome fun experience through a variety of circus tricks and performances.

Circus Street Performances
Venue: Colonnade
Date: 19 – 21 October 2018
Time: 5.00pm – 5.30pm

Film Screenings

For two days only, Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) is bringing you two free outdoor screenings in the lead up to the film festival.

The inaugural Moonlight Cinema series begins with My Girl (USA, 1991) and My Girl (Thailand, 2003) – two coming-of-age films set in the time of childhood with the blossoming of first crushes. The films’ soundtracks have also gained popularity and become part of the cultural fabric of their times.

Come early as the talented dancers from Luminous Dance Academy will perform to the iconic soundtracks of the two films.

SGIFF Moonlight Cinema
Venue: Supertree Grove Lawn
Movie Schedule: 26 Oct – My Girl (USA, 1991), 27 Oct – My Girl (Thailand, 2003)
Time: 9.00pm – 11.00pm

Neon Night Market

Pop by the eco-friendly market and check out an eclectic mix of offerings – from handmade goods, upcycled creations and environmentally friendly products to organic bites, gourmet vegan snacks and the trendiest Insta-worthy food.

Check out River Lotus Designs for their elegant and one of a kind jewellery. We heard that they’ll be featuring new designs that are not featured on their Instagram yet.

Fickle about getting a permanent tattoo? Get a temporary, organic & pain free tattoo from Out And Ink while you’re there. Their tattoos lasts up to two weeks!

Grab yourself a refreshing cup of Saiko’s Butter Brew which is made of premium crafted hand-brewed soda. This concoction is infused with an aromatic butterscotch topped with a thick and sweet layer of cream – crafted with premium ingredients.

Neon Night Market
Date: 19 – 21 October 2018
Time: 4.30pm – 9.30pm
Venue: Supertree Grove

Recycling Jam

Join in the fun and dance along as the energetic and engaging OutcastSG use the human body and recycled materials to create amazing rhythm and dynamic sound.

As part of the Youths Celebrate! Sustainability festival, Gardens by the Bay will be completely transformed into a man-made neon jungle, filled with animal light installations, a neon night market and more.

Get ready your cameras because, for the very first time ever the Supertree Grove is having a full on neon jungle makeover you won’t want to miss!

Neon Jungle Gardens By The Bay
Address: Supertree Grove, Gardens by the Bay
Date: 19 – 28 October 2018
Time: 19 – 21 Oct: 4.30pm – 11pm, 22 – 28 Oct: 6pm – 11pm
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GTFO And Conquer The World’s Largest Inflatable Playground For Adults This Dec

Remember the times when you could jump around in bouncy castles and climb over everything at the playground?

This December, relive your childhood as the world’s largest inflatable obstacle course will be coming to town.

Mark your calendars for 7 – 9 December as GTFO! (Get The Fun Out) Festival is bringing a massive obstacle course, food and live music to Sentosa.

It’s Game Time

The main highlight of this event is THE BEAST which holds the record for longest inflatable obstacle course in the Guinness World Records.

This bouncy masterpiece is travelling the world with stops at London, Paris, Amsterdam, LA and Melbourne. This time round, they’re making a pit stop right here in Singapore for 3 days of fitness, food and fun.

Wear your comfiest clothes and whip out your phones because this is about to be the most epic event we’ve seen to date.

Here are some photos to show you what the 252m-long obstacle course will look like:

There’s no shame in bouncing around like you’re 6 again, so grab your friends and family for the most fun you’ll ever have.

Good news is that phones are allowed on the course so you can take all the selfies and boomerangs anytime and anywhere!

Food Porn

You’re bound to work up an appetite after all that jumping. In conjunction with the launch of GTFO! Festival, there will be plenty of F&B stalls to keep your tummy filled and satisfied.

That said, here are some of the confirmed vendors you can expect:

Indulge in fresh coconut soft serve ice cream from CocoLoco that’s bound to remind you of your Thailand getaways. Its made of 100% raw fresh coconut meat and coconut water!

Grab yourself a refreshing cup of Saiko’s Butter Brew which is made of premium crafted hand-brewed soda. This concoction is infused with an aromatic butterscotch topped with a thich and sweet layer of cream – crafted with premium ingredients.

If you ever get tired from all that playing and you’re craving for munchies, indulge in these crispy wings slathered with salted egg yolk sauce from Two Wings.

Ticket Sales And Prices

If you’d like to go for a run on The Beast, regular tickets are priced between $37 and $47, in 2-hour time slots. The earliest slot opens at 8am while the final slot  available for purchase is at 10pm.

However, if you plan on just enjoying the food, drinks and party area – entry is free and open to public!

You can also purchase a VIP 1-day pass for $97 or their VIP 3-day pass for $197 which grants you full day access to The Beast.

Ticket sales start at 9am on October 14, 2018 — check our their website to learn more here.

GTFO! Festival
Address: Palawan Green, Sentosa
Date: 7 – 9 December 2018
Opening Hours: 8am – 12mn

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Jalan Jalan Down Memory Lane: This Nostalgic Festival Has Retro Game Booths And Over 130 Food Stalls

We’ve grown Smarter, our food (and palate) has grown fancier, and we’ve had international acts grace our shores and give us some amazing performances. But every now and then, it’s good to take a moment to remember the past, to reminisce simpler times, and to delight in the simple things that make us who we are.

“Let’s Go Jalan Jalan!” is a food and music festival that brings all the most iconic things about Singapore – both new and old – to one place.

Best part? Entry to this festival is free!

Made In Singapore

Be prepared for 3 days of good food, good music and extra good vibes at “Let’s Go Jalan Jalan”.

Happening from 16 – 18 Nov, this three-day event will take place at Singapore Turf Club @ Kranji and will feature over 130 food & merchandise stalls with an array of entertainment brought to you by our local musicians & talents!

If it’s anything like previous year’s event, there’ll be plenty of games and activities for the entire family. You can hang out at their retro games booths, come up close to interact with horses, a variety of kid-friendly activities and even have a go at the go-kart race track!

Expect popular local cuisines such as grilled Otah, Satay and even durian pancakes. You can also look forward to sweet treats such as churros and rolled ice cream. More booths will be revealed soon!

The soundtrack to this festival will be provided by buskers and up-and-coming singers. Last year’s event featured the talented and unique voice behind Falling Feathers, JJ, who performed quite a few his original songs.

Getting to this event is incredibly convenient. The Singapore Turf Club is a walkable distance away from Kranji MRT. If you’re driving, there’s a parking space right next to the event space as well.

Let’s Go Jalan Jalan! operates on a cashless payment system, whereby the public could purchase festival coupons at $20/booklet. Coupons are available for purchase at Apactix.com.

The event is family-friendly, so bring your ah ma and ah gong to this festival come November! You’re sure to have a good ol’ time at this chill, hyper-local extravaganza!

Let’s Go Jalan Jalan! 2018
Address: Singapore Turf Club, Carpark B, 1 Turf Club Ave, S738078
Date: 16 – 18 November 2018
Time: 16 Nov: 5pm – 11pm, 17-18 Nov: 11am – 11pm
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Sip But Don’t Spill – Enjoy Blends From Local And International Brands At Singapore Tea Festival 2018

For all you tea lovers out there, I suggest you take a sip of that chamomile for your nerves and grab on to something because we’ve got news.

Following its popularity when it debuted last year, the Singapore Tea Festival is back for its 2nd edition this coming 21 to 23 September 2018!

Tea Bazaar By teapasar

Organised by teapasar, the Singapore Tea Festival 2018 will be held at the ION Orchard’s Basement 4.

For those of you wondering, teapasar is the first global marketplace that features both local and international tea brands, and even rare teas direct from tea farms. Talk about exclusivity.

This year’s Singapore Tea Festival will be bigger than before, with 28 tea and tea-related brands all under one roof!

A Fes-Tea-val For Everyone

You can find single-origin tea merchants in the Timeless Classics section.

With vendors such as Tea Chapter, experts of the art of Chinese Tea and Chinese Tea appreciation, and Parchmen Academy, a school dedicated to the art of tea appreciation.

The Modern Blends section will feature Singapore’s own local tea brands. You can expect to find unique tea blends inspired by local flavours, such as Durian Tea from SUCRE, and Nyonya Kaya tea from The 1872 Clipper Tea Co.

You can also get your hands on Botanically Cold Brewed Sparkling Teas from Gryphon Tea and even 100% compostable tea pods from A.muse Projects, that are compatible with Nespresso machines!

For those of you with more sophisticated tastebuds, the International Flavours section has got you covered with selections from Matchaya, Ito En, and Bali Organic Tea.

To go along with your tea purchases, you can also get tea-related items at the Lifestyle section, such as tea illustrations from Troops On Print and handcrafted ceramics from &Natural and Euphoramics!

If you love your tea as much as we do here at DiscoverSG, then you should head down to the Singapore Tea Festival 2018, happening from 21 to 23 September 2018!

Singapore Tea Festival 2018
Venue: ION Orchard Basement 4 Atrium, 2 Orchard Turn, Singapore 238801
Date: 21 – 23 Sep 2018
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SING JAZZ 2018 Returns This April With The Best That Jazz Has To Offer

The annual Singapore International Jazz Festival (SING JAZZ) returns for its 5th edition at Marina Bay Sands Singapore from 6 – 8 April 2018!

This year promises to be bigger and better than ever!

Featuring headliners such as Ms. Lauryn Hill, Jamie Cullum, Lalah Hathaway, Parov Stellar, visionary French artist Sebastian Tellier, Brazilian guitar legend Paulinho Garcia, as well as internationally renowned DJs, Sasha and Ferry Corsten!

SING JAZZ 2018 will be expanded across the Marina Bay waterfront, with 3 stages and over 30 hours of world-class music entertainment!

The Main Stage

The Main Stage will see many big names performing over the 3 days of the festival.

Sebastian Tellier, Paulinho Garcia, Parov Stelar, Gogo Penguin and Weish take the main stage on the first day of the festival.

The second day sees Jamie Cullum take the stage, together with Lalah Hathaway, Tompi, and the Teng Ensemble.

Jeremy Monteiro leads JASSO (The Jazz Association SG Orchestra) on the third day, along with the House of the Gypsies, Brand New Heavies, and Incognito, featuring Omar and Leee John.

Main Stage performances start at 5pm to 10.30pm on Friday, and 4pm to 10.30pm on Saturday and Sunday.

The Late Show

No this isn’t the one with Stephen Colbert.

However, this Late Show does have a few big names too.

The first Late Show on Friday will feature Estelle, DJ Sasha, DJ Ferry Corsten, DJ Drem, Soul II Soul, and Tim De Cotta.

The second and last Late Show will see the legendary Ms. Lauryn Hill herself, take the stage. Other performers include MAS1A, DJ Nu-Mark, and DJ Jnr Tirso.

That’s not all, this year’s Jazz Festival has a brand new addition in the form of the SING JAZZ Festival Village at the Event Square on the Ebenex Stage by the Marina Bay waterfront.

From 4 – 8 April 2018, the Festival Village will showcase 16 local and regional bands. Pop by from 2pm to 10.30pm on any of the 5 days and catch these live performances free of charge!

What’s more, each day will feature a different music style. Wednesday is Swing Jazz Night. Thursday is a Latin Fiesta. Friday showcases Regional Jazz Stars. Saturday and Sunday will focus on Jazz, Soul, Funk, R&B and Blues.

Ticket prices go from $138 to $488. Group VIP Passes go from $1,488 to $9,888.

Tickets can be purchased Website

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Marina Bay Sands Is Throwing A Festival That Lets You Have Fun And Do Good At The Same Time

Breathtaking views, exciting entertainment options, delicious food – these are some of the things many of us have come to associate with the iconic Marina Bay Sands.

A destination that draws visitors of all sorts, from lovers to families, to foreigners, the integrated resort makes it a point to create a positive impact on the local community using its unique resources and position.

Through Sands for Singapore, its corporate social responsibility programme, Marina Bay Sands has raised over S$16 million for the underprivileged in our community.

An annual event which raises funds and awareness for local charities, Sands For Singapore Charity Festival 2017 will be back again this year, taking place from 8 – 10 September.

The Sands For Singapore Charity Festival will include a line-up of fun and meaningful charity events that will take place across all facets of the integrated resort, including the theatres, retail mall, restaurants, convention centre, and museum.

All you have to do is turn up, have fun, and you too can do good for those in need!

1. Enjoy a picnic at sundown

Got a thing for picnics?

Marina Bay Sands will be hosting a picnic at sundown. Happening at Marina Bay Sands’ Event Plaza, you’re in for an evening of food, drink and music in the plaza, which will be transformed into a cosy picnic space.

Feast on food and drinks from Marina Bay Sands’ dining establishments and award-winning celebrity chef restaurants including db Bistro & Oyster Bar, Osteria and Pizzeria Mozza, and Adrift.

On 8 and 9 September, wine and dine to tunes performed by home-grown talents Too Much Drama and The Summer State; and on the final day of the picnic, be treated to sweet melodies during a musical fiesta led by Grammy-nominated Singaporean conductor Darrell Ang.

Venue: Event Plaza
Date: 8 – 10 Sep
Time:

Friday, 8 September
7.15pm–8pm | Too Much Drama
8.15pm–9pm | The Summer State

Saturday, 9 September
7.15pm–8pm | The Summer State
8.15pm–9pm | Too Much Drama

Sunday, 10 September
7:15pm – 8:00pm | Fiesta! – Music at Marina Bay Sands with Darrell Ang and Friends
8:15pm – 9:00pm | Fiesta! – Music at Marina Bay Sands with Darrell Ang and Friends

Admission: Free

2. Catch A Spectacle Called Spectra

Done with dinner? Stick around for a stunning final act, Spectra, Marina Bay Sands’ brand new light and water show which combines state-of-the-art lasers, lighting, water effects and projections. A kaleidoscopic explosion of colour, this spectacular display will excite both young and young-at-heart.

Venue: Event Plaza
Date: 8 – 10 Sep
Time: 8pm, 9pm (Sunday to Thursday) and 10pm (Friday & Saturday)

3. Play It Forward

On 10 September, come join the action and show your support for the participants of Play It Forward, a property-wide charity challenge organised as part of the Sands for Singapore Charity Festival. In teams of six, participants will represent a local charity and compete to win up to $120,000 worth of cash prizes for their chosen charity.

This year, kids too can participate in a Junior version of Play It Forward adapted for children aged 7 – 12.

Come down to the Event Plaza to catch the live broadcast of the teams as they play fun and creative games across various locations within Marina Bay Sands.

Venue: Event Plaza
Date: 10 Sep
Time: 9am – 12pm
Admission: FREE

4. Do Good Just By Experiencing Marina Bay Sands

Join this year’s Community Chest Heartstrings Walk, a 4km fun walk that will take you on a scenic tour around the Marina Bay waterfront circuit. The walk will involve thousands of fun walkers, competitive vertical marathoners, volunteers and beneficiaries – all in support of an inclusive nation

Venue: Marina Bay Sands, Event Plaza
Date: 9 Sep
Time: Flag-off at 8.15am
Admission: $10 (Registration fee includes a sponsored goodie bag)

Register to participate in Community Chest Heartstrings Walk here.

6. Race To The Sky

Want something more your speed – and by that, you mean faster?

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This September, let’s do some good for those in need!

Eat, play, and experience Marina Bay Sands while keeping the less privileged in our community in mind. While there, find out more about the charities and their causes; if their message speaks to you, find your own ways to help these people in your own time!

As cliched as it is, every little bit counts. So, do and give of what you can and it will be a huge blessing to those who truly need it.

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The Ultimate June/July Guide To Cool Hipster Dates

There comes a point in every relationship where you hit a rut.

You’ve been dating your partner for a while. You’ve done movies, brunches, fancy dinners, treetop walks, and you’re honestly running out of things to do and places to go with your lady (or man). We’ve been there, we know the struggle.

If you are looking for new ways to inject fun into your relationship, why not head over to , right at the National Gallery Singapore.

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