Aren’t you glad that we’ve officially reached the second half of the year?
Aside from the National Day celebrations (and for some, the start of a new school semester), immersive exhibitions, family-friendly attractions, and hobby-based events are aplenty this month.
So, don’t twiddle your thumbs and sit idly by, because these are all the things you can do, see, and experience in Singapore this August 2024!
1. Films At The Fort
One of the very few places to enjoy a sunset picnic and movie date with your boo is at Films At The Fort, one of Singapore’s most popular open-air cinema concepts.
Held from 1 to 18 August 2024 in the historic natural amphitheatre at Fort Canning Green, this is where you’ll be able to watch 8 nostalgic classics and award-winning festival films from Cannes, Sundance, and the Academy Awards.
You can look forward to a full menu of dinner, desserts and snacks by The Providore, along with a fully stocked bar with tipples like cocktails, wine, and beer.
Each ticket (S$42.80) also comes inclusive of a refreshing Glenfiddich cocktail or two non-alcoholic drinks — sounds like a good time in the making!
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📍Fort Canning Park (Fort Canning Green, opposite National Museum of Singapore)
🗓️ 1 to 18 Aug 2024
2. Aqua Adventure
Looking for a fun way to beat the scorching heat?
It’s high time you ditched boring ol’ swimming pools, especially if you’re an eastie, for a trip to Aqua Adventure, Singapore’s first integrated indoor water adventure centre.
Instead of spending the weekend soaking up air conditioning at the usual shopping malls, why not round up the entire family for a fun-filled day as you explore zones packed with both wet and dry interactive play elements?
Get ready to scale to even greater heights and move from platform to platform, swing from bars and more — all while being splashed by water — at the Indoor Aquatic Challenge Rope Course.
Embark solo on a series of exhilarating twists and turns at the 85-metre long Indoor Black Hole Slide, before reuniting with your friends and family at the end of the Double Trouble Slide.
If you’re more of the chill sort, hang out at the Laze Pool, where you’ll still be entertained with friendly game segments like Captain’s Ball, frisbee, and volleyball.
Afterwards, head indoors to traverse Scramble Net, a net obstacle course that’ll send you scrambling (literally!) through rope courses, tyre platforms, and swings.
Ticket prices start from as low as S$25 for HomeTeamNS members and S$30 for PA/Safra cardholders, and go up to just S$35 for regular visitors.
There are two time slots on weekdays, but visiting on a weekend will give you full-day entry. Oh, and re-entry is allowed, so feel free to grab a bite at one of the neighbouring F&B eateries before going back in for more splashing good fun.
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📍900 Bedok North Rd, #02-06 HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir, Singapore 479994
🕜 10am–2.30pm, 3pm–7.30pm (Tue to Fri), 10am–7.30pm (Sat, Sun, eve of PH & PH)
3. POP Toy Show
Clearly, the POP Mart craze is far from fading, so you can expect to see hordes of POP Mart fans descend upon the Sands Expo & Convention Centre from 23 to 25 August at the POP Toy Show 2024, with the official theme being “Dimoo in the Garden City”.
The event will centre on the character Dimoo, the shy yet curious boy best recognised for the baby cloud sitting on his head.
You can get your hands on not one, not two but four PTS-exclusive Dimoo collectibles. On top of that, a life-sized Dimoo will be stationed at his very own booth for photo-taking opportunities.
Other popular POP Mart characters you’ll get to meet include Hirono, Sweet Bean and Pino Jelly, and their respective artists. There will also be living drawing sessions, alongside Singapore-exclusive memorabilia not available elsewhere, so fans will be in for a real treat.
Prices for a standard three-day ticket start at S$68 and can be purchased here.
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📍10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018956
🕐 11am–8pm
🗓️ 23 to 25 Aug 2024
4. Celebrating Singapore @ CHIJMES
It wouldn’t be right to have a whole list of things to do in August 2024 without mentioning the National Day festivities, but there’s so much more to them than catching fireworks (and the parade itself, of course).
If you plan on hanging out in the City Hall area, why not spend the day at CHIJMES, where you’ll find an exciting line-up of activities organised in celebration of both National Day and the Paris 2024 Olympic Games?
Bargain hunters and savvy shoppers are in luck, as they’ll be able to redeem a special Singapore Heritage Series Kopitiam building block set (a miniature traditional coffee shop) worth S$19.90 by spending a minimum of S$59 in a single receipt at CHIJMES from now till 11 August.
These adorable collectibles will be available for redemption all the way till 4 August at the redemption booth outside Lei Garden, but they are limited in stock, so don’t wait any longer!
Alternatively, you can get a lunch bag customised with quirky, hyper-local illustrations hand-painted live from 3 to 4 August, 5pm–8pm by local artist Puffingmuffin, by simply spending a minimum of S$30 in a single receipt at CHIJMES from now till 10 August.
Come evening, from 5pm–10pm, the CHIJMES Main Lawn gets transformed into an Olympics-themed Mini Golf Course. You’ll have till 11 August if you wanna challenge your friends and family to a free round of mini golf (for up to four persons), by just spending a minimum of S$59 in a single receipt at either CHIJMES or Capitol Singapore from now till 11 August.
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📍30 Victoria St, Singapore 187996
5. Celebrating Singapore @ Capitol Singapore
That’s not all, as there is also plenty to do at the neighbouring Capitol Singapore.
Firstly, you don’t have to be a fitness pro in order to come dressed in red and white for a free REVL Outdoor Workout Class that’ll be held from 8.45am–10.45am on 3 August. Participants of all fitness levels are welcomed, and limited slots are available on a first come first served basis, so don’t hesitate if you’d like to work up a sweat, feel empowered, and most importantly, have fun!
Also taking place on 3 August from 7.15pm–8.15pm is SingNation! 2024, the annual National Day sing-along. Look forward to an evening of trivia games, stories about our shared heritage, and spirited NDP songs that’ll have you reminiscing about your days at school.
Redemption of the quirky Kopitiam Collectibles (with minimum spend of S$59 at Capitol Singapore from now till 11 August) will also be available at Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski from 5 to 11 August. The same goes for the lunch bag, which you’ll be able to get customised by Puffingmuffin from 9 to 10 August, 5pm–8pm.
You can also look forward to cheering on your favourite athletes at the Olympics Games Paris Live Screenings, that’ll be taking place from now till 11 August at both Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski and CHIJMES Main Lawn and Basement 1.
Head on down to the same locations if you don’t wish to stay home on 9 August, as you’ll be able to catch the National Day Parade Live Screenings, complete with dazzling aerial displays, from 6pm to 8pm.
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📍13 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178905
6. TLM Food Expo
Is eating, shopping, and sampling through a massive food fair your idea of the perfect weekend?
Look no further than TLM Food Expo, a food expo that’ll be taking place from 16 to 18 August at Singapore Expo.
With over 100 booths ranging from street food vendors to food manufacturers showcasing unique offerings from all over the world — Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Japan and more — you’ll definitely be spoilt for choice.
Make a trip to the ever-so popular Taiwan Pavilion, home to crowd favourites like ice cream popiah, lu rou fan, and XL chicken cutlet, before hopping over to the Thailand Pavilion for a taste of fiery and smoky Thai street eats.
If you’re the sort who’s always too lazy to travel across the causeway (and beyond), you’ll be able to indulge in goodies like Penang Kopi O, Nutmeg, Kacang Tumbuk, Tambun Biscuits and many more at the Experience Penang in Singapore arena.
All visitors can also redeem a Cebion Vitamin C worth S$10 by spending S$100 and above at TLM Food Expo, and multiple receipts are allowed.
Admission is completely free, so round up your friends and family, and prepare yourselves for a spot of food and retail therapy!
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📍1 Expo Dr, Singapore EXPO (Hall 3B), Singapore 486150
🕐 11am–9am
🗓️ 16 to 18 Aug 2024
7. Brewnanza Fest
The end of August 2024 brings with it a boozy affair in the form of Brewnanza Fest, an annual craft beer festival by iconic local brewery Brewlander.
This year’s highly anticipated event is set to take place from 22 to 25 August at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Center, so you’ll get to cosy up with all your favourite brews in air-conditioned comfort.
Get ready for a line-up showcasing over 100 unique craft beers from renowned local and international breweries, including top dogs from Japan, New Zealand, and the UK.
Craft beers may be in the spotlight, but you can also imbibe in a variety of cocktails, spirits, and non-alcoholic options, best paired with hearty grub — think craft burgers, roasted meats, and tacos — as you groove to live music performances.
In between sips, why not join interactive masterclasses led by industry experts, before trying your hand at games like Giant Jenga, Foosball, and of course, good ol’ Beer Pong?
Tickets (from S$25 for an Early Bird Preview Pass) come inclusive of a limited edition festival brew and special access to island-wide activities.
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📍10 Bayfront Ave, Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Center, Hall E, Singapore 018956
🕐 6pm–12am (22 Aug), 3pm–12am (23 & 24 Aug), 12pm–10.30pm (25 Aug)
🗓️ 22 to 25 Aug 2024
8. Singapore Pet Festival
Calling all pawrents and pet enthusiasts!
A weekend of fun awaits for you and your canine companions (yes, all pets are welcome) at the largest pet event of the year, Singapore Pet Festival.
Running from 2 to 4 August at Marina Bay Sands, this three-day extravaganza will feature over 200 curated vendors showcasing unique supplies, treats, accessories, aromatherapy products, toys, and more, so get ready to stock up!
Head on down to get schooled at workshops and seminars on topics ranging from dental care and grooming to pet photography, before being dazzled by exciting showcases in the form of pet costume contests, talent shows, and agility competitions.
Not a pet owner yet? Hit up the in-house adoption drive, where you’ll get to meet a variety of adorable dogs, cats, and bunnies, all waiting for their forever homes. Maybe you’ll even find yourself bringing home a new furry friend!
But that’s not all, as you and your pet can also look forward to walking away with prizes, goodie bags, cash rebates, and mystery gifts.
Tickets are currently available online at S$5 for a one-day pass and S$12 for a three-day pass.
The best part is, admission is free and you can bring your feline friends along too!
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📍Marina Bay Sands Singapore Convention Center Hall A, B & C
🕐 10am–8pm
🗓️ 2 to 4 Aug 2024
9. HoYo FEST 2024
If you visited (and geeked out) at last year’s Anime Festival Asia, you’ll definitely need to save the dates (12 to 18 August 2024) for HoYo FEST 2024.
Fans of HoYoverse games can look forward to gathering with other like-minded fans at Suntec City and participating in on-site activities, alongside social media contests, and stage events featuring beloved Hoyoverse titles: Genshin Impact, Honkai: Star Rail, Honkai Impact 3rd, and Zenless Zone Zero.
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to snag in-game rewards and HoYo Fest-themed merchandise, including exclusive items like Chibi Acrylic Ornaments (S$11) and Chibi Acrylic Shake Ornaments (S$8) from their Honkai games, Genshin Impact and Tears of Themis.
I bet you’ve got your eye on those special SEA Anniversary Memories collectibles.
Attendees are also welcome to dress up and cosplay as their favourite characters from HoYoverse games, but regardless, you’re in for an exhilarating time!
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📍3 Temasek Blvd, Suntec City Mall, L1 Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), Singapore 038983
🕐 10am–10pm
🗓️ 12 to 18 Aug 2024
10. Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play
Been feeling nostalgic as of late?
There’s no better place to relieve and reconnect with your favourite childhood memories than at Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play, a toy-themed experiential pop-up at the National Museum of Singapore.
This immersive showcase presents a diverse selection of over 250 locally and globally recognisable toys across various eras, ranging from vintage Hot Wheels and Mattel dolls, to well-known POP MART figurines and Tamagotchi.
Take your visit to the next level with digital gamified experiences inspired by old-school gaming arcades, as well as the opportunity to design your own personalised avatar — activities that’ll thrill both the young and young at heart.
Even the museum exterior has undergone a whimsical transformation with large-scale artworks by local artists, making for some seriously Instagram-worthy spots.
The pop-up will run all the way till 5 January 2025, so you have plenty of time to reminisce and immerse yourself in the joys of play!
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📍 93 Stamford Rd, National Museum of Singapore, Singapore 178897
🕐 10am–7pm (Daily)
🗓️ From now till 5 Jan 2025
Till we all start saying “August (2024) slipped away into a moment of time“, which of these activities or events will you be making a beeline for?
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