Singapore River Festival 2023 Events Guide
Singapore River Festival 2023 is back!
This is the seventh edition and the first physical edition since 2019!
From 7 September to 1 October, celebrate a month-long festival with local heritage, culture and innovation.
Weekly Events
Enjoy a host of weekly events specially curated for this festival
Witness Singapore's three iconic quays, Cavenagh Bridge, Read Bridge, and Alkaff Bridge, light up and transform into a mesmerizing canvas of colours with stunning light art installations.
Location: Read Bridge, River Promenade in front of Clarke Quay Central and Riverside Point
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Kickstarting the Singapore River Festival 2023 is a captivating line-up of performances featuring home-grown live music performers, Flame of the Forest, Caroline in the Sun, Samba Masala, and Born Fire.
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Embrace the rich tapestry of Singapore's cultural heritage with a dynamic street celebration. Engage fully in a diverse fusion of music thoughtfully selected by the music-focused establishment, O'Brack, and skilful DJs manning the turntables. Anticipate thrilling arcade games that evoke nostalgia and Tamiya racing, all in the spirit of the Singapore Grand Prix Season.
In partnership with the Health Promotion Board, stimulate your intellect through a thrilling Word Hunt race, spanning diverse checkpoints along the river. Elevate the energy with a Trampoline workout class, providing a comprehensive cardio session. Conclude your day by unwinding during our Serenity Sketching sessions, granting you the opportunity to artistically convey your emotions and sentiments.
Registration for Word Hunt Race here.
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Celebrate this year's Mid-Autumn Festival by immersing yourself in curated family workshops like Bear Pour Keychain workshops to create your own bear figurines, Window Art workshops and even have a go at making your own lanterns at our Lantern Making workshop. Free Popcorn and balloon sculptures will be given to kids during the event.
In the evening, gather your family and take a joyous stroll along the Singapore River. First, 100 customers who sign up for the Lantern Walk at a registration fee will get a goodie Bag.
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Get ready for a tail-wagging Purrfect Day to Night Out. Dedicated to the furry companions of our lives, join the much-anticipated Best Dressed Competition, where pets don their most adorable and creative costumes to compete for the Title of Best Dressed Pet.
Music performances, complimentary pet health checks, treats, and more will also be there.
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A grand Finale on the final weekend – introducing a never-done-before matsuri (festival) celebrating Japanese gastronomy, anime and pop music.
Explore different festive game stalls helm by guest cosplayers, J Pop Music performances by Japanese artists, food stalls and Cosplay competitions.
Mixed Reality Adventure
With AR, watch historical landmarks come to life with interactive storytelling. Discover the untold tales of Singapore's rich heritage as AR brings an experience through Saba's Time Quest to life. From the founding of Singapore to its evolution into a global metropolis, this AR adventure promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.
Singapore River Signatures
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Indulge in a culinary journey along the river with the Singapore River Signatures Food Festival. Specially curated dishes include Lobster & Citrus Multi-Coloured Pasta Arlecchino by Pasta Fresca, Ramly Special by DEADFALL by Barbary Coast, Flavour of the Sea Vermicelli by Shrimp Prawn Seafood, Bruschetta Flight by Brewerkz and Stout Braised Angus short Ribs by TEMPO Bar & Grill.
You can make a reservation here.
For more details, do visit Singapore River Festival 2023
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