Don’t be spooked from not knowing what to do this October. Halloween-themed activities to do and more as they headline the month, and you can find everything you need to know here on our Quick Beats for October 2021!
Murder At Old Changi Hospital
Murder at Old Changi Hospital presents a virtual escape room murder mystery for people to experience this October. Participants will work together to solve the mystery, with the augmented reality (AR) interactions and spatial audio surround sound further adding to the experience. Correctly deducing the culprit will grant you the chance to win a 2D1N Luxurious Stay at Shangri-La Singapore’s Valley Wing (valued at S$1,500++).
There’s also a special The Secret Agent VIP Experience on the Halloween weekend of 29 to 31 October 2021 for S$200/group (up to 5pax), combining the real-life escape room experience with the virtual gameplay.
Date: 8 October to 7 November 2021
Price: $$45 per entry
More information and ticketing purchasing can be found on their website.
Asian Civilisations Museum October Activities
There are lots on offer for arts and culture lovers by way of the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) this October. Take a journey to the royal courts of India through the ACM’s Court and Company Gallery craftsmanship in ACM Adventures: A Royal Time or explore ACM’s exquisite collection in a new light with Happy Hour at ACM: WONDERLUST.
Date: 8 October to 31 October
The complete list of October activities from ACM can be found on their official website.
Subway’s New Seafood Patty Sub
Subway Singapore introduces a new Seafood Patty that comes packed with squid, fish, and shrimp to satiate people’s seafood cravings. The new patty is available across all Subway restaurants islandwide and on delivery platforms GrabFood, FoodPanda and Deliveroo.
Date: Now till 17 November 2021
Price: Starts from $7.50 for a 6-inch and $12.50 for a footlong
gamescom asia 2021
For gamers, be sure to check out gamescom asia 2021 — the debut of the Asian edition for one of the biggest gaming events in the world. There’s set to be premieres, new trailers, as well as interviews and updates on games you might be looking out for, and it’s all online, so everyone can take part! If you’re in the industry, you can also apply to attend the in-person Trade Zone to mingle with fellow developer colleagues and attend talks by notable names in the gaming industry.
Date: 14 to 17 October
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre,1 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039593 (Trade Zone)/ Online (Entertainment Zone)
Price: $98 (Trade Zone Pass)
You can read more details about gamescom asia 2021 from our article.
Halloween Horror Nights Exhibition
After an absence last year, Universal Studios Singapore’s Halloween Horror Nights returns, this time as an exhibition. Revisit past props, displays and costumes from the event’s nine-year history and come see the things that spooked you out previously, this time safely up close.
Date: Now till 7 November 2021
Location: Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
More details can be found at the Resorts World Sentosa website. Advanced booking is required before entry.
Archifest 2021
Singapore Institute of Architects’ annual Architecture festival returns this year with Archifest 2021. Participate in over 100 events held across multiple locations across Singapore and virtually, such as kayaking along the rich mangrove ecosystems of Sembawang’s shorelines to experiencing exciting midnight heritage tours in Geylang; Archifest 2021 appeals to both architecture-buffs and the general public.
Date: Now till 31 October 2021
The full list of programmes for Archifest 2021 can be found on their website. You can also follow updates on their Facebook and Instagram pages.
Liked any of the selections we have for you this month, or have others you think we should include in this list or the next? Let us know at [email protected], or slide into our DMs on Facebook and Instagram. See you next month!
Visuals courtesy of Sight Lines, Asian Civilisations Museum, Subway Singapore, gamescom asia, Resorts World Sentosa, and Singapore Institute of Architects.
