Top Things to Do in Singapore This Weekend: Mad for SAM Party, TFOOPFest and More

Your social media feeds might still be buzzing from the Lunar New Year festivities. But there is plenty to keep you occupied that doesn’t involve lunar lanterns and hong bao. From the arts to adrenaline, you’ll have a variety of weekend activities to make you dread Monday.

Mad for SAM Party!

The Singapore Art Museum (SAM) is throwing one last exciting hurrah before it closes its doors for a revamp. You can expect a weekend of fun and celebration with a line up of immersive and Insta-worthy activities. Enjoy the music by homegrown bands or take home SAM souvenirs to remember the fun times. Take this chance to appreciate the iconic artworks on display too.

When: 16 – 17 February 2019, 10 AM – 10 PM

Where: Singapore Art Museum, 61 Stamford Road, #02-02, Stamford Court, Singapore 178892

Price: Free Admission

The Future of Our Pasts Festival (TFOOPFest)

Starting 16 February, reimagine Singapore’s unique history at the Future of Our Pasts Festival. Listen to the unheard stories of the local community while exploring past and present places through artistic expressions in film, exhibitions and performances. It will be a showcase of students’ work, which delves into the micro-narratives of Singapore namely diverse themes of race, language and architecture.

When: 16 February 2019 – 16 March 2019,

Where: Various locations

Price: Some events are free with registration. There are also ticketed events. Find out more about various programmes and prices here.

PlantsActually Pop-Up Market

PlantsActually is a modest pop-up market where you can bring home your own plant. BooksActually is growing and selling plants to “offset” their “tree killing karma” due to their publishing activity at Math Paper Press. If you have a green thumb, why not pop on over to their humble bookstore this weekend?

When: 16 – 17 February 2019, 11 AM – 4 PM

Where: BooksActually, 9 Yong Siak Street, Singapore 168645

Price: Free Admission

Super Rugby – Sunwolves VS Sharks

Are you mad for rugby? Japan’s Sunwolves will battle it out with South Africa’s Sharks this Saturday. The annual Super Rugby competition kicks off in Singapore, the adopted home of the Sunwolves. So, put on your game face and head down to show your support for your favourite team!

When: 16 February 2019, 6.55 PM – 8 PM

Where: National Stadium, Singapore Sports Hub ‐ 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629

Price: $15 – $170

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