That’s right—Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience, the Singapore Night Festival (SNF) 2025, is coming back for its 16th edition from 22 August to 6 September 2025! Set against the backdrop of our nation’s 60th birthday, this year’s festival also marks its very first under the helm of HeritageSG, so you can bet there’ll be tons of exciting experiences lined up to celebrate both milestones.
As for this year’s theme, here’s a little clue: what comes after Singapura, oh Singapura…? If your mind jumped to sunny island, set in the sea, then you’re right on the mark! This year’s SNF is themed Island Nights, and through vibrant tales of connection across the Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) precinct, it explores how our role as a bridge between nations, cultures, and communities has shaped the island we call home.
Three jam-packed weekends of discovery await you, your friends, and your family. So if you’re ready to dive into some of what Singapore Night Festival 2025 has in store, including the fresh and meaningful ways you’ll encounter Singapore’s island heritage—let’s get right into it!
Highlight Experiences
Sky Castle by ENESS
This year, you’re in for a treat with not one, but two highlight experiences that’ll reimagine Bras Basah.Bugis! On one side of the precinct, Cathay Green will be adorned with countless larger-than-life inflatable arches that respond to the human movement below them with a dynamic symphony of colour and sound.
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Cathay Green, Orchard Road
💲Price: S$5
⏰Time: 7:30pm to 11pm
Tilted Sky Castle, this interactive installation by Australian art and technology studio ENESS evokes the joy that rainbows bring after every storm, carrying a message of hope and renewed beginnings after hardship. Bookings are currently open for this magical sight, so get them while you still can!
Kampong Chill by Yok & Sheryo
Meanwhile, on the other side, feel free to cool off at Capitol Singapore with Kampong Chill, an experience optimised for relaxation by artist duo Yok & Sheryo. A calm oasis in a bustling city, this part-lounge, part-installation invites you to slow down with a series of unique workshops that capture the essence of island life.
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Capitol Singapore, Orchard Road
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
From unpacking myths that equate wonder with wasted time, to journeys of self-rediscovery that gently remind us of the impermanence of all things, this much-needed sanctuary offers a place to unwind—both from the heat and heart of Singapore.
Projection Mapping Installations
MOSAIC by Jérémie Bellot
Moving on to more good news, the Singapore Night Festival’s hallmark projection mapping installations are coming back, and guess what: they’re set to bathe two historic landmarks in breathtaking light art!
Among the many highlights, one you absolutely can’t miss is the iconic façade of the National Museum of Singapore being lit up with MOSAIC, a breathtaking creation by French artist and projection mapping pioneer Jérémie Bellot.
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Façade of National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178897
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
This immersive artwork marries video mapping and music into a stunning spectacle, one that explores themes of astronomy, navigation, and travel along the way. Through constellations and old-world maps, you’ll retrace the epic voyages that once shaped the region on a stellar journey yourself, all without having to move a muscle!
Projection Mapping Masterclass Works by Adeline Kueh, HAFI, KangLi, and Tororo.aoi
Then, after you’ve caught MOSIAC, head over to CHIJMES to discover four captivating works by the all-female local quartet of Adeline Kueh, HAFI, KangLi, and Tororo.aoi. These pieces represent the culmination of their training in the third edition of SNF’s Projection Mapping Masterclass, so by experiencing their art, you’ll also be showing your support for the next wave of local creative talent!
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: CHIJMES, 30 Victoria St, Singapore 187996
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
From Kueh’s Roadside beauties and healing remedies and HAFI’s Dari Pulau Ke Pulau (From One Island to Another), to KangLi’s Island Waters and Tororo.aoi’s Awakening, each piece shines with its own distinct charm—offering a personal take on what island life is all about, and how it continues to shape the artists’ sense of identity, memory, and belonging.
Night Lights
Jiwa Laut by Aw Boon Xin & Koh Kai Ting
The festival doesn’t just stop there: as usual, Night Lights will continue to enliven the BBB precinct at SNF 2025, inviting you to experience familiar spaces anew through six luminous installations by local and regional artists at Armenian Street, Bugis+, Funan, the National Design Centre, Plaza Singapura, and Raffles City Singapore.
Said artists include Aw Boon Xin and Koh Kai Ting, whose practices merge ecology, heritage, and immersive media to question dominant knowledge systems. Based between Singapore and Malaysia, they work closely with communities through storytelling, speculative archives, and experimental digital forms that blur the lines between art, technology, and lived experience.
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Armenian St, Singapore
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
Their Night Lights installation, Jiwa Laut—which translates to soul of the sea—draws on this very approach, having been inspired by the crab folklore and coastal heritage of Southeast Asia. Through luminous crab sculptures that move like small boats along the shoreline, the work offers a poetic connection to the sea, reminding us that even those distant from urban life continue to resonate deeply in our hearts with their stories.
KU a Dreamer by Tùng Monkey
And while that’s lighting up over at Armenian Street, don’t miss KU a Dreamer when you’re at Funan! This adorable installation is the brainchild of Tùng Monkey (aka Le Thanh Tung), a Vietnamese visual artist with over 15 years of experience, and in it he poses one simple question: in this busy life, is there any time for dreaming?
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Funan, 107 N Bridge Rd, Singapore 179105
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
Of course, everyone wants to spend some time on work, plans, and obligations, but in that hustle, dreams often get left behind. Not for KU though. Unlike everyone else, KU spends his whole existence gazing at his dream in a box. So if you’re there with him, why not take a look inside that box too? Who knows—maybe it’ll make you remember your dreams too!
Roving Performances & Live Stage
The Tiger Hero by Paper Monkey Theatre
Beyond the light installations, however, SNF 2025 also invites you to drift between spaces with an exciting line-up of roving performances and live stages, from xinyao sing-alongs to puppet shows like Paper Monkey Theatre’s staging of the revered Chinese Classic, Water Margin.
Titled The Tiger Hero, this performance vividly recounts the legendary feat of martial arts hero Wu Song, who, after a spirited drink, bravely confronts and conquers a ferocious man-eating tiger on Jingyang Ridge.
🗓️Date: 23 August 2025
📍Location: National Archives of Singapore, 1 Canning Rise, Singapore 179868
💲Price: Free
⏰Time: 8pm to 10:30pm
Blending the intricate artistry of traditional Chinese hand puppetry with dynamic, lively narration, this show is designed to appeal to audiences young and old, celebrating timeless themes of courage and resilience while also honouring rich cultural heritage. If you want to see how powerful the mediums of puppetry and storytelling are at evoking nostalgia and inspiration—this one is for you.
The Monkey King and the Uproar in the Dragon Palace (Nanyang Edition) by Ombak Potehi
But if one puppetry adaptation isn’t enough, you can look forward to Ombak Potehi’s staging of The Monkey King and the Uproar in the Dragon Palace at Singapore Night Festival 2025 as well!
This captivating story by the Penang-based puppet theatre group picks up after Sun Wukong’s epic journey to retrieve the Buddhist scriptures, when he’s enjoying a well-deserved break on Huaguo Mountain. However, when he hears that the Dragon Palace has descended into chaos due to his earlier taking of the Golden Cudgel, his peace is shattered.
🗓️Date: 29 and 30 August 2025
📍Location:
- Archives Reading Room, Level 2, National Archives of Singapore, 1 Canning Rise, Singapore 179868 (29 August)
- Atrium beside Oldham Theatre, Level 3, National Archives of Singapore, 1 Canning Rise, Singapore 179868 (30 August)
💲Price: Free
⏰Time:
- 8:15pm to 9:15pm (29 August)
- 7:30 to 8:30pm and 8:45pm to 9:45pm (30 August)
After arriving at the seashore and discovering that the ocean is severely polluted, Sun Wukong quickly uncovers the malevolent hand of the wicked Poison Lord behind this environmental devastation. How will the Monkey King face this new threat while plotting to save the Dragon Palace? There’s only one way to find out about his heroic solution, and that’s by watching the show!
Festival Villages
Paradise Island at Armenian Street
Of course, what’s the Singapore Night Festival without some festivals—after all, it’s literally in the name! Beyond the central hub, two satellite Festival Villages await, each offering their own space with distinct, vibrant experiences. Starting with Paradise Island at Armenian Street first, this magical festival is a celebration where cultures bloom and creativity flows freely.
🗓️Date: 22, 23, 30, and 31 August 2025
📍Location: Armenian St, Singapore
💲Price: Free
⏰Time: 7pm to 11pm
Drawing inspiration from significant objects and intricate motifs housed within the Peranakan Museum, this hidden paradise is brought vividly to life through contemporary art installations, conversations, and collaborative initiatives. Once you’re here, feel free to explore, imagine, and connect with the rich tapestry of Singapore’s cultural heritage!
Retro District at Bugis Street Art Lane
Next at Bugis Street Art Lane, Retro District is a nostalgic hub bursting with treasured collections, vintage fashion, and whimsical activity stations that transport visitors back to the bold eras of the past. On top of that, there’s also a retro-themed photobooth for you to capture your SNF memories, and plenty of performances to catch under the stars.
🗓️Date: 22, 24, 29 to 31 August, and 5 to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Bugis Street Art Lane, Singapore
💲Price: Free
⏰Time: 3pm to 9pm
The concept draws inspiration from nostalgic staples of Singapore’s past—think retro diners and old-school shops—brought to life with interactive stations that amp up the fun. So if you’re craving a throwback experience with a playful twist, be sure to check it out and soak in the vibes!
Partner Programmes
The Listening Biennial, Third Edition
Finally, in conjunction with Singapore Night Festival 2025, a variety of partner programmes will be happening across the island, bringing the magical SNF spirit beyond the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct. These collaborations will unlock delightful discoveries at every turn, with highlights like The Listening Biennial, an international event that focuses on listening as a creative practice, taking place across countless venues.
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Several locations
💲Price: Prices vary across programmes
⏰Time:
- 7:30pm to 12am (Fridays and Saturdays)
- 7:30pm to 11pm (Sundays to Thursdays)
This year, the third edition of this profound event invites you to engage with the humming stars above and the myriad voices they carry—voices that speak of love and loss, past and future. Here, the focus is on actively listening to a plurality of diverse sounds and the similarities that bound them together, fostering a deeper understanding our shared existence amidst a bold soundscape.
Of course, there’s so much more to explore—from partner programmes to unique experiences we simply don’t have time to cover. But if any of this has sparked your interest, go ahead and mark your calendars for Singapore Night Festival 2025 today!
Singapore Night Festival 2025
🗓️Date: 22 August to 6 September 2025
📍Location: Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct, Singapore
And while you’re counting down to the festivities, don’t forget to visit the official SNF 2025 website for the full lineup of experiences, and to follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok for the latest updates and sneak peeks! Have a lit Singapore Night Festival 2025!
Visuals Courtesy of HeritageSG, ENESS, Yok & Sheryo, Jérémie Bellot, Adeline Kueh, HAFI, KangLi, Tororo.aoi, Aw Boon Xin & Koh Kai Ting, Tùng Monkey, Paper Monkey Theatre, Ombak Potehi, Peranakan Museum, Elevents Agency Pte. Ltd, and The Listening Biennial.
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