From captivating choral voices to youthful markets, here are some things you can do in May 2026

by Edna Low

May is coming in hot, and it’s bringing with it a wealth of enriching, cultural, and youthful activities. If you’ve been looking for meaningful ways to fill up the month, then you’re in just the right place!

Me-you market

Iconic for its chaotic energy and Gen-Z-coded marketing, the Me-You Market is returning to Suntec City from 16 May 2026 to 17 May 2026. The company is known for organising pop-ups featuring regional and international brands that especially cater to the younger generation. 

Photo by Me-You Market

This year, they are bringing back the 10th edition of their flea market, featuring over 100 vendors selling goodies ranging from food to fashion and more. Based on past events, some stores we’re expecting to see are Don’s Oven, selling delicious home-baked goods and The Wicker Club, selling risqué scents. 

Read more about the Me-You Market here!

Me-You Market Vol. 10
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📍1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec Convention Hall 403, Singapore 039593
🕞 11am–9pm
📅 16 May 2026 to 17 May 2026

Chinese Dance Fiesta 2026

From 4 May 2026 to 17 May 2026, the Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre, is holding its 11th edition of the Chinese Dance Fiesta. This year, the festival will showcase 8 Chinese dance performances held across Singapore, as well as workshops and discussion sessions with the esteemed Professor Ma Jiaqin, China’s first-grade choreographer and founding dean of Nanjing University of the Arts’ Dance Academy.

Photo: @Singapore Chinese Dance Theatre 新加坡华族舞蹈剧场/Facebook

Here are the key dates and information for each event 

Event DateTimingLocation 
Kunwa Intensive  Dance Workshop 4 May 2026 to 7 May 20267.30pm–9.30pmEsplanade Rehearsal Studio 
Kunwa Dance Workshop9 May 2026 10am–12pm Esplanade Rehearsal Studio 
Chinese Dance Performance 8 May 20267pm–7.45pm
8.30pm–9.15pm 
DBS Foundation Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Chinese Dance Performance 9 May 20267pm–7.45pm
8.30pm–9.15pm 
DBS Foundation Esplanade Outdoor Theatre
Chinese Dance Performance 10 May 20263pm–4pmOur Tampine Hub 
Chinese Dance Performance 15 May 20267.30pm–9pm Vivo Ampitheatre 
Chinese Dance Performance 16 May 20265.30pm–6.30pm Toa Payoh Central 
Chinese Dance Performance 17 May 2026 5.30pm–6.30pmKreta Ayer Square

Learn more about the Chinese Dance Fiesta 2026 here!

Chinese Dance Fiesta 2026
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📍 Various locations 
🕛 Various timings
📅 4 May 2026 and 17 May 2026

Jubiläum: A Celebration of Symphonic Voices

A rare opportunity to see three generations of choristers performing together, the Singapore Symphony Choruses present Jubiläum: A Celebration of Symphonic Voices. Marking the Singapore Symphony Chorus’ 45th anniversary, alongside the 20th and 10th anniversaries of the Children’s and Youth Choirs, respectively.

Photo by Singapore Symphony Choruses

Featuring well-known works like Franz Biebl’s Ave Maria, the show’s repertoire ranges from works involving instrumental accompaniment (from the piano, organ or more) to a cappella pieces, presenting an all-rounded performance. You’ll also get first dibs on three newly commissioned works by Singaporean composers, as this concert will serve as their world premiere.

Photo by Singapore Symphony Choruses

A performance that is perfect for those looking to pick up singing or simply to enjoy a melodic night out, Jubiläum: A Celebration of Symphonic Voices will show you how immersive choral music can be. 

Tickets start from S$20, with a 20% discount available for students and seniors, applicable for Cat 2 seats only. Ticket purchases of 4 or more are also entitled to a 20% discount, applicable to Cat 1 seats only. This concert is also redeemable under the SG Culture Passes. 

Purchase your tickets to Jubiläum: A Celebration of Symphonic Voices here

Jubiläum: A Celebration of Symphonic Voices
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📍 11 Empress Place, Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore 179558
🕛 7.30pm
📆 30 May 2026  

Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA)

If you’re looking for more events or ways to spend your remaining SG Culture Pass credits, this event is just for you. 

As the pinnacle of Singapore’s annual performing arts festival, SIFA returns from 15 May 2026 to 30 May 2026 with a vibrant constellation of performances, installations, and activities. From epic productions to engaging works of art, SIFA 2026 invites all to explore and experiment with new forms of art.

Photos by SIFA

Over the festival’s 15-day period, each day will be filled with breathtaking productions, installations, and photo spots to remember the occasion by. Catch local productions, such as Jacintha Abisheganade, and international works such as Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler reimagined by the National Theatre Company of Korea.

Read more about it now.

Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA)
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📍 Various locations
🕛 Various timings
📆 15 May 2026 to 30 May 2026.

Filmhouse Warming Party 

Fimhouse officially soft-launched in February this year and is now hosting its Filmhouse Warming Party. The two-month-long celebration kicks off with an introduction to a Music in Film series that celebrates the cultural impact of musical films, starting with the iconic La La Land, alongside Whiplash and Cowboy Bebop: The Movie

Photos by Filmhouse 

These are the housewarming programmes you can look forward to:

A Kopistan Launch: K & Beyond1 May 20265pm
Sing Song Social Club: the Michael Edition9 May 20264pm to 7.30pm 
The Warrior Jam 21 May 20268.30pm 
Endless Return.Returns22 May 202610pm 
Bizarro Bazaar23 May 20262pm to 8pm
Housekeeping 30 May 20268pm


Read more about the Filmhouse Warming Party here!

Filmhouse Warming Party
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📍 6001 Beach Rd, Golden Mile Tower, #05-00, Singapore 199589
🕛 Various timings
📆  May

Singapore HeritageFest 2026 

The Singapore Heritage Fest is an annual event held by the National Heritage Board. This year, they’re diving into our Maritime heritage with performances, tours, workshops, and exhibitions happening all through May! 

Photo by National Heritage Board 

One of the shows you can catch is A Bump Through Time by Sight Lines Productions & Strawberries Inc. Happening on 9, 16, and 23 May 2026, this interactive play invites the audience to view the Singapore River through the lens of people whose lives it’s shaped. Watch the soul of this iconic landmark be brought to life through the lives of ordinary people who interact with it. 

So dive into Singapore’s history through its fascinating maritime heritage and learn how our waters transformed us from a fishing village into a bustling metropolis. From boat tours to learning how to weave fish traps, this month is full of meaningful programmes that we can enjoy. 

Singapore HeritageFest 2026
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📍 Various locations
🕛 Various timings
📆  May

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