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Mon-Sun: 20 Apr-26 Apr

Dunno Do What April 19, 2026

Ongoing

Thru 30 May: 8th Objectifs Documentary Award Exhibitions. The 8th Objectifs Documentary Award Exhibitions will feature documentary photographers from Cambodia, The Philippines, and Indonesia, showcasing important stories from the region. Catch them in person on Sat 11 Apr afternoon in a series of exhibition talks! Objectifs Centre for Photography & Film. Free.

Monday, 20 Apr

Mon, 6:45pm & 7:45pm: Aika Aili. 15-year-old Aika and 13-year-old Aili are a Singapore-based sister duo. Their performance offers youthful sincerity and a glimpse into their journey of growth through music. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Tuesday, 21 Apr

Tue, 6:45pm & 7:45pm: hello, i am. 18-year-old singer-songwriter, Micaella Ho, explores themes of vulnerability, self-discovery and healing through a repertoire of original songs. This stripped-down acoustic performance creates an intimate setting for audiences to experience this teenage life alongside her. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Tue, 8pm (Weekly): Open Mic Comedy Tuesdays. Come watch local and foreign comics take a crack at doing stand-up comedy. We give you a lineup of 12+ comics doing their 3-5-minute stand-up routines. 18+. The Lemon Stand. $27.31.

Wednesday, 22 Apr

Wed, 6:30pm: Itam: A Sun Bear Story Gala Premiere (Singapore). Join us for the Gala Premiere of ITAM: A Sun Bear Story on Earth Day, Wednesday 22 April 2026, in Singapore. This special premiere event will be the first public screening of the film in Singapore, bringing together film lovers, conservation supporters, educators, and the public for a meaningful and memorable evening. Golden Village, Suntec City. $25.

Wed, 6:45pm & 7:45pm: Jacarys from Temasek Polytechnic Music Vox. Jacarys, a band from Temasek Polytechnic’s Music Vox, brings a special acoustic edition of their signature pop, indie sound and originals to the stage. Stripped down to a more intimate setup, get ready to sit back, relax and watch a performance highlighting rich vocals, tight harmonies, and groove-driven arrangements in a fresh, laid-back format. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Wed, from 7:30pm: Off The Record Improv Open Jam. No covers. No tunes. All freestyle. On the spot. Live. Great Craft Beers, cocktails, and KOMBUCHA for the sober folks. The Coup Bar. Free entry (1 drink minimum).

Thursday, 23 Apr

Thu, 6:30-10:30pm: Taylor Swift Listening Party. 4 hours of non stop hits from TLOAS, TTPD, and The Eras Tour. Song requests accepted from 10pm, and feel free to let us know if you wanna grab the mic and belt one out. Ticket price includes an exclusive Opalite cocktail. Goodbye Alibi. $27.

Thu, 6:45pm & 7:45pm: Concord Primary School Choir. Celebrate timeless music with Concord Primary School Choir as they present pieces from classic soundtracks and cultural folk tunes. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Thu, 7pm (Weekly): GLORIOUS CLASSIC TRIVIA @ MONK’S BREW CLUB (2026). Get ready to flex your brain muscles at Monk’s Brew Club with trivia nights that test your knowledge and have you laughing all the way! Monk's Brew Club. $13.68.

Thu, 7pm: The Slow Living Club: Intentional Living. "Am I living intentionally or on autopilot?" A curated game night for young adults (18-35) exploring intentional living through card games and conversation. We'll reflect on what intentional living looks like to you, hear new perspectives, and explore small ways to bring more intention into daily life. 18+. Power Station II. $6.34.

Thu, 7:30pm: Conversation Cards & Chill. Make new friends and have fun with our conversation cards! Join us for a hangout where we’ll talk and connect over our Unbound Conversations card game, a game designed to spark a mix of both fun and deep conversations. Guoco Midtown. $10.

Thu thru Sun, 8pm (Thu & Fri): godategod. Cultural Medallion recipient Haresh Sharma’s latest work godategod is a collection of multicultural, multilingual stories cutting across time and place, confronting the search for meaning in an existential vacuum. Cosmic in scope, tender and darkly funny, the play asks not only how we endure in seemingly relentless chaos, but who must answer for it. Drama Centre Black Box, Level 5. $27 (concession & bundle discounts available).

Friday, 24 Apr

Fri, 6pm: StreetPower: On Contemporary Art and Independent Spaces in Southeast Asia. When did contemporary art in Southeast Asia first emerge, in what conditions, and what forms did it take? Join us for a special evening of discussions and performances that deconstruct the roots of contemporary art in Southeast Asia. 136 Goethe Lab. Free (RSVP).

Fri, 6:45pm & 7:45pm: Evening Lounge with Gaston Liew. Look forward to an evening of feel-good, soulful and catchy songs to unwind for the weekend with Gaston and Simeon on the piano. Drawing on pop, soul, and R&B, Gaston’s performance sets the perfect mood for the audience to sit back, relax, and move to the music. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Fri, 7:15pm & 8:15pm: Reel, Bow, Strings! Reel, Bow, Strings! invites you to an unforgettable cinematic journey brought to life by the St. Margaret’s School (Secondary) String Ensemble. Through iconic film scores and beloved movie melodies, including Schindler’s List, Cinema Paradiso, How to Train Your Dragon, and The Greatest Showman, the ensemble captures the heart of each story with emotion, courage, and soul. Esplanade, DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre. Free.

Fri, 7:30pm: Kahchun Wong's Pictures at an Exhibition. The SSO is joined by musicians of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra as Singaporean conductor Kahchun Wong presents his orchestration of Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition for symphony orchestra with five traditional Chinese instruments, the dizi (笛子 bamboo flute), erhu (胡琴二胡 two-string fiddle), yangqin (扬琴 hammered dulcimer), pipa (琵琶 Chinese lute) and percussion. Esplanade Concert Hall. From $15 (concession available).

Fri, 8pm: LADYBO$$ Stand-Up x Improv Comedy Night @ Monk's Brew Club! We took a break. Not a breakup. After going quiet since September, LADYBO$$ Comedy is BACK. Headlined by Shivani Nadarajah. 7 stand-up acts + improv chaos As always, this space centres women in comedy & queer performers (straight people, you’re welcome, just don’t act up). Preferably 18+. Monks Brew Club. $22.05.

Fri & Sat, 8pm: Chowk Studio Series. The Chowk Studio Series returns, featuring new works from our Associate Artists. Join us for a presentation of two unique pieces. Devotions: Lieb ohn alle Maße (Love without Measure) presented by Wong Yong En, and Trojan Horse by Muhammad Sharul Mohammed. CHOWK PRODUCTIONS. $15.

Thu thru Sun, 8pm (Thu & Fri): godategod. See Thu.

Fri, 8pm (Weekly): Funny Fridays. Join us every Friday for Singapore's funniest and best new comedians at The Lemon Stand Comedy Club. 18+. The Lemon Stand. $32.54.

Saturday, 25 Apr

Sat, 10am-1pm: Temasek Shophouse x GREEN-HOUSE Let's HangOut: Swap, Stitch, Share. Swap and thrift curated preloved clothes. Win prizes while learning how textiles are sorted. Mend, upcycle, and create your fabric portrait! Calling all youths — come hang, create, and give clothes a second life! Temasek Shophouse, Banyan Cove L1. Free (RSVP).

Sat, 1-6pm: Saturdate: April 2026 Edition. Step into a slower, more intentional world this April as we celebrate the beauty of analogue. In our Pinhole Camera Workshop (paid), you’ll craft your own camera from everyday objects. Wander through our Second Shot Market, filled with secondhand cameras, vintage film props, and meaningful finds that inspire a more mindful way of living. Swap old pre-loved camera bags with a new friend. Objectifs Centre. Free, with paid workshops.

Thu thru Sun, 3pm & 8pm (Sat & Sun): godategod. See Thu.

Sat, 4-6pm: Temporary Bodies. Get ready to experience the garden like never before! Temporary Bodies is an explosive, immersive production that reimagines our relationship with the planet through a cutting-edge blend of pulse-pounding music, inclusive dance, soulful poetry, and digital arts. Woodlands Botanical Garden. Free entry.

Sat, from 4pm: Lion City Rage. Get ready to experience a night of pure intensity, raw talent, and unapologetic energy at Lion City Rage. This is more than just a music event—it’s a movement that brings together artists, creatives, and supporters of the local scene under one roof. Nineteen Eighty Studios. $35.

Sat, 5pm: On 'Dance, Time': A Reading & A Conversation. Jason Wee's first reading in Singapore from the new book 'Dance, Time' published by Dakota Books. BookBar. Free.

Sat, 5:45pm & 6:45pm: Flight of the Soul: Ancient Echoes to Modern Dreams. The Tampines Meridian Junior College (TMJC) Choir presents a musical journey spanning centuries of choral tradition, including music from the Renaissance and Romantic eras. Esplanade Concourse. Free.

Sat, 6pm: Soul Scribbles Picnic Sign Up. Welcome to a monthly gathering where poetry meets mindfulness, and life’s big questions take center stage—gently, humorously, and with plenty of room to breathe. Soul Scribbles Picnic invites you to pause, ponder, and hold space for yourself and others with compassion. Casual Poet Library. $18.

Sat, 7-11pm: No, Chill. No chill? No, chill. We might be unc-aged but we still got it in us to rock it out hard on stage. After months of writing, we're finally stepping back on stage with a brand new set of songs and a stacked lineup, joined by our friends Hijack Hayley, Ultra Mega Cat Attack, and Heaven Brought Me Hell. Venom Music Bar. $20 (online); $30 (doors).

Sat, 7-11pm: The Same Old Pop Punk Show. Just another The Same Old Pop Punk show? Yes correct! Pathetic Ordinary, MRTNS, Circle Line Kid and up-and-comers Renovate The Generation bring our favorite feeling to MSCHV! Don't be old, be young. MSCHV. $21.22 (presale); $25 (doors).

Sat, 7:15pm & 8:15pm: Batidas Centro. Featuring familiar breaks and original arrangements, Batidas Centro (ITE Central) brings to you an evening of addictive samba beats that will get you on your feet! Join them for these irresistible, high-energy performances to kick your weekend in full gear. Esplanade, DBS Foundation Outdoor Theatre. Free.

Sat, 7:30pm: NEIGHBOURHOOD NOISE #4. NEIGHBORHOOD NOISE is a creative space where everyone can just hang out, link up for a night of good music curated by DJ Hesikutz. DJ HESIKUTZ will be spinning an all-Singapore music set, music created entirely by our homegrown artists. 18+. Kinki Restaurant + Bar. $8 (neighbourhood pass); $12 (neighbourhood pass + custom YTF magsfe cardholder).

Sat, 8pm: SUICIDE CLUB (KK) & FERAL WOUND (ID) LIVE IN SG. Suicide club is a band out of Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Raw, energetic punk with fast riffs, pogo beats and gritty vocals. KK no future. Feral Wound from the depths of Tangerang is the begotten son of death metal and punk. Brutal riffs, punky drum beats and vocals form an abyss. Room 526. $25 (pre-sale); $30 (door).

Fri & Sat, 8pm: Chowk Studio Series. See Fri.

Sat, 11pm-3am: WHY? Underground | EMO:RAVE 3. We didn’t plan for it to go that hard. But you did. So we go again. EMO:RAVE Vol. 3. Emo and pop-punk, pushed into rave territory. Faster. Heavier. Still screaming every word. It’s not just drops and edits. Some parts still hurt the same, like yesterday. 18+. HighHouse. $29.40.

Sunday, 26 Apr

Sun, 10am-sold out: Shiopan Sunday. Like we said – once a month. No signature sourdo'nuts. No sourdough bakes. Just shiopan. 11 flavours, all in one drop. Come early, take your pick, and don't sleep on it. Kobashi. Free entry.