Been bored recently? Want a little spontaneous excitement? Then, take a peek at our list of Try What Now’s — a series dedicated to showing what you (and your family and friends) can experience in Singapore for the coming month!
It’s finally June, which means that the school holidays are here! Look forward to more food and beverages with the Yummy Food Expo and Beerfest, alongside eye-opening displays that offer up great Insta-worthy pictures at i Light Singapore; there are a ton of things to look forward to this June. Check out what is in store for this month here!
i Light Singapore 2023
Back for its ninth edition in 2023, i Light Singapore continues their Visible Light Narrative, exploring the colour of Blue across multiple different light art installations. Be sure to look out for the curatorial theme of this year’s festival, “A New Wave”, presented by DBS, alongside other must-see artworks!
There are 14 different types of installations all around the Marina Bay area — done by artists from all over the world while also exploring the colour blue in their themes. These include, but are not limited to: “the things left unsaid”, “Tree Man”, “Prism”, and much more!
There are also programmes that the whole family can partake in! Gastrobeats – the ever-popular celebration of local food and music is also back alongside Lightwave: Turning the Tide presented by Alibaba Cloud, Light Forum, Light Wash, and two walking tours around the festival grounds and Marina Bay itself.
Date: 1 June to 25 June 2023
Location: Across the Marina Bay area
Price: Viewing Light Art Installations is Free. Certain programmes may require a purchasable ticket
Opening Hours: 7.30pm to 11pm (Sunday to Thursday), 7.30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
If you want to learn more about i Light Singapore 2023, you can head over to their Official Website!
Beerfest Asia 2023
If the kids are out with their friends, why not take this opportunity to head on over to Beerfest Asia to kick back and have a cold beer at the same time?
With over 30+ music acts, including DJs, EDM and Bands, expect the atmosphere to be similar to a party on a grander scale. Moreover, there are over 600 (yes, 600) types of beer for you to choose from, ranging from local to renowned overseas brands — there is sure to be one to your taste!
Date: 22 June to 25 June 2023
Location: Kallang Carpark 4, 14 Stadium Dr, Singapore 397641
Price:
23 and 24 June: S$35 (General Admission), S$126 (Group of 4), S$150 (VIP)
22 and 25 June: S$30 (General Admission), S$108 (Group of 4), S$110 (VIP)
Prices stated are exclusive of the booking fee
Opening hours:
22 June (Thursday): 6pm till late
23 June (Friday): 5pm till late
24 June (Saturday): 4pm till late
25 June (Sunday): 2pm to 11pm
You can check out their Official Website for more information on the event. If you want to purchase tickets, you can do so on HAPZ.
Wellness Festival Singapore
Organised by the Singapore Tourism Board, Wellness Festival Singapore is here to help you get a well-deserved break from the hustle and bustle of life.
The festival features over 180 wellness experiences held across the city. The many activities include sessions such as the Beats Therapy Performance with Therapy Room and Sphere, Private Farm Tours at Hay Dairies Goat Farm, and learning the art of tisane blending at Esplanade.
Date: 17 June to 9 July 2023
Location: Various locations across Singapore
Price: Free and priced programmes available
To view the complete list of programmes and to learn more about Wellness Festival Singapore, visit their Official Website.
Where Your Mind and Body Connect
In conjunction with Wellness Festival Singapore 2023, Marina Bay Sands will be holding activities ranging from lung-bursting workouts to workshops that aid you in being more at peace, meaning that there is most definitely something for you to consider.
Expect physical activities such as Muay Thai classes, Tai Chi, Qigong, Yoga and Pilates, while others like Sound Bath Meditation provide a relaxing alternative. Inner peace might not be all that far away after all.
Date: 17 June to 9 July 2023
Location: The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, 8 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018955
Price: S$30 per session
You can check out their Offical Website for more information, and when ready, book these classes directly online too!
Authentic Flamenco
Prepare to have your breaths taken away by stunning flamenco performances in Authentic Flamenco! Created by the award-winning dancer and choreographer Amador Rojas, the show presents a captivating showcase of the traditional Spanish art form for people to experience.
Performed by some of the world’s most famous dancers, the passionate and emotional performances are sure to ignite the dancefloor and provide people with a night to remember.
Date: 2 June to 11 June 2023
Location: Kewalram Chanrai Arts Centre, 20 Merbau Rd, Singapore 239035
Price: Starting at S$75 per person.
Tickets for Authentic Flamenco can be purchased on Fever Singapore.
Olympic Esports Week 2023
Get a taste of the competitive Olympic spirit as the Olympic Esports Week makes its way to Singapore, giving people a chance to experience the thrilling action of the Olympic Esports Series 2023.
The event is a four-day virtual sports and gaming festival where the public gets to witness some of the world’s best players battle it out in their respective sports. Besides watching the games being played, there is a free-to-play zone where you can experience games like JustDance and Street Fighter.
Date: 22 June to 25 June 2023
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre Hall 401 to 406, 1 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039593
Price: S$10 per day, S$20 for 3-day pass
You can visit the Olympics’ Official Website for more information about the Olympic Esports Week 2023. Tickets can be purchased via the SISTIC website.
Rose Romance at Gardens by the Bay
The iconic Rose flower gets the focus at Gardens by the Bay this June, promising a picturesque and romantic view for visitors to the Flower Dome.
Collaborating with the Embassy of Italy in Singapore, Rose Romance brings a floral display reminiscent of the region of Puglia in idyllic southern Italy, where its charm has lured many people into making it their favoured wedding destination.
Date: 2 June to 16 July 2023
Location: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay, 211 Marina Way, Singapore 018977
Price: S$12 (Standard Entry Ticket)
Opening hours: 9am to 9pm
Tickets to the Flower Dome can be purchased online on the Official Website.
Yummy Food Expo 2023
Delicious food, all in one place. A multitude of food and drink offerings are available for visitors to try out, with unique eats like mochi donuts, dragon’s breath snacks, and plant-based wagyu meats being exhibited at the Expo space.
Other than savouring good food, you’ll also be able to enjoy exclusive promotions and deals from the various exhibitors, making it one more reason to shop what you’ve just eaten!
Date: 22 June to 25 June 2023
Location: Singapore Expo Hall 5, 1 Expo Dr, Singapore 486150
Price: Free entry
Opening hours: 11am to 11pm
For more information on the exhibitors and food offerings available at Yummy Food Expo 2023, visit their Official Website or get updates from their socials on Facebook and Instagram!
Like any of the selections we have for you this month, or do you think we should include others in this list or the next? Let us know @ [email protected], or slide into our DMs on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok. See you next month!
Photos of i Light Singapore by Russell Loh of the DANAMIC Team. Additional visuals courtesy of the Marina Bay Sands, Fever Singapore, and Gardens by the Bay.
*Article amended with correct date
