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  • Things to do in Singapore: Tea, Swifties, and K-pop Galore!

    Things to do in Singapore: Tea, Swifties, and K-pop Galore!
    Oct 10 2025
    Good morning Singapore! Oly Bennett here, your guide to all the brilliant, bonkers, and beautiful happenings in this incredible island city. Welcome to Things to do in Singapore, and boy oh boy, do we have a cracker of a day ahead on this Friday, October 10th, 2025!

    The Lion City is buzzing with that perfect Friday energy, and whether you're a culture vulture, a foodie fanatic, or someone who just wants to soak up some good vibes, we've got you sorted.

    Let's kick things off with something absolutely smashing happening today. The Smart Local tells us the Japan Tea Festival 2025 is brewing up a storm at the Japanese Embassy from noon till 4pm. We're talking traditional sencha ceremonies, tastings from over 15 Japanese tea regions, and delicious treats from ABC Cooking Studio. It's free entry, and honestly, what better way to wind down your Friday afternoon than sipping premium matcha and gyokuro?

    But wait, there's more! Tonight at Hard Rock Cafe, all you Swifties out there can shake it off at Life of a Swiftie, a Taylor Swift themed night kicking off at 10:30pm. According to Eventbrite, it's the perfect way to celebrate making it through another work week, surrounded by fellow fans belting out your favorite T-Swift anthems.

    For the youngsters and families, The SpongeBob Musical is happening at Singapore American School this evening at 4:30pm. Who lives in a pineapple under the sea? Your kids' new favorite theatrical experience, that's who!

    Now here's something wild that wraps up this Sunday. The Smart Local reports that the G-Dragon Media Exhibition Übermensch at Jewel Changi Airport is in its final weekend. For 30 dollars, K-pop fans can dive into five interactive zones, including VR experiences with the king himself. It closes October 13th, so this is your last chance to catch it.

    Speaking of wrapping up, Gardens by the Bay's Mid-Autumn Festival continues through October 12th with stunning light installations and hands-on workshops for lantern-making and bamboo weaving.

    Here's a local tip for you listeners: When you're hopping around town today, remember that Friday afternoons mean the MRT gets packed with office workers heading home. Plan your journey with an extra 15 minutes buffer, and you'll breeze through like a proper Singaporean.

    Looking ahead to tomorrow, Saturday October 11th is absolutely packed. International E-waste Day 2025 hits Bedok Town Square where you can responsibly dispose of old electronics and score some freebies. The Japan Rail Fair launches, and the UNIQLO Jeans Festival kicks off at TRIFECTA with live music, skateboarding showcases, and discounted sourdough pizza. Trust me, you'll want to mark your calendars.

    So there you have it, listeners. From tea ceremonies to K-pop exhibitions, Singapore is serving up the goods this Friday. Get out there and make some memories!

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  • Singapore's Mid-Autumn Lights, Tech Takeovers, and the Joy of Hawker Hopping

    Singapore's Mid-Autumn Lights, Tech Takeovers, and the Joy of Hawker Hopping
    Oct 9 2025
    Welcome, adventurers, to Things to Do in Singapore! It’s Thursday, October 9th, 2025, and Oly Bennet here—your globe-trotting, quirk-loving, sports-obsessed guide to the Lion City’s whirlwind of wonders! Sun’s up, humidity’s hugging you, and Singapore is absolutely buzzing—partly from last night’s creative fireworks and partly because it’s basically a year-round summer party. Whether you’re tuning in from a hawker centre or an air-conditioned taxi, let’s dive straight into the action.Singapore’s riding a technicolor wave right now, fresh off the blockbuster Singapore Design Week 2025 that just drew more than 400,000 fans into one gigantic playground of art-meets-innovation. And with the city recently celebrating its 60th birthday, creative spirit is at an all-time high. Expect a vibe that’s energetic, friendly, and so alive you’ll need an extra iced kopi just to keep up!Let’s tackle today’s key events, which serve up something for every curious explorer:The Mid-Autumn Festival at Gardens by the Bay is still lighting up the evenings, transforming the iconic Supertree Grove and Golden Garden with glowing lanterns, live performances, and carnival games from 6pm to 10pm. Immerse yourself in mooncakes, way-too-Instagrammable lanterns, and even free lantern giveaways. Don’t miss the “Garden Rhapsody” light and music shows at 7:45 and 8:45pm—they’re like a rocket booster for your mood.Collectors, unite! Today marks the debut of Noguchi Coin’s first-ever overseas pop-up at Jewel Changi Airport, featuring ultra-limited commemorative coins celebrating the Rain Vortex, the world’s tallest indoor waterfall. It’s coin geekery at its finest and runs until December, but those rare edition coins will go—poof!—faster than you can say “numismatics.”For those who run on adrenaline and tech, Data Centre World Asia is happening at the glitzy Marina Bay Sands Expo, pulling together thousands of tech pioneers to swap big ideas about the rapid evolution of data centers—think innovation, energy, and sustainability, all served up Singapore-style.Music fiends, rejoice: the Popaholic 2025 Music Festival at Esplanade means free live performances almost every night this month, a smorgasbord of beats that'll have you dancing with strangers by the bay whether your playlist is all pop or totally indie.For families, the Not So Little Fair is coming up this Saturday at Suntec with interactive booths and fun activities to keep the kiddos busy as otters at play. And for a sneak cultural education, the Unnatural History Museum at the National Design Centre is a quirky exhibition of Singapore’s evolution—think of it as a time machine with a sense of humor.On the news front: Singapore is preparing for major tech advances—the GS1 Go Green Go Global Hackathon is teasing demos and next-gen barcodes to make shopping and recycling smarter. Jewel Changi keeps raising the bar on airport attractions (and exclusive collectibles). And public transport is running smooth as ever—just remember, the fastest way anywhere is by MRT, especially if you want to avoid the midday traffic marathon.If you’re looking for Oly’s “gotta-do-it” picks: start with a local breakfast of kaya toast and kopi at Yakun, cycle or stroll the Southern Ridges trail for actual Jurassic Park vibes, beat the heat at Jewel’s Canopy Park, and take a sunset river cruise to see Singapore’s dazzling skyline light up like a field of fireflies in disco mode.Here’s your splash of insider wisdom: during Mid-Autumn, you can sometimes spot dragon dance troupes in unexpected places—always stop and watch. And don’t forget, the hawker food rule: the longer the line, the better the laksa. Locals know.Coming up tomorrow, Taylor Swift fans, get ready: “Life of a Swiftie” themed night rocks the Hard Rock Café, and The SpongeBob Musical floats into town—so let your imagination swim wild. There’s also the Asia Comics Expo for fans of all things heroes, manga, and cosplay.Tune in again for Oly’s next round of high-energy, offbeat sightseeing and sporty challenges. Will I attempt dragon boating with the world’s slowest team? Could happen.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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  • F1 Fever, Mid-Autumn Jazz, and Art in Singapore's Buzzing Sunday

    F1 Fever, Mid-Autumn Jazz, and Art in Singapore's Buzzing Sunday
    Oct 5 2025
    Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Singapore! It’s Sunday, October 5th, 2025, and if you can hear my globe-trotting sneakers squeak with excitement, it’s because the Lion City is absolutely roaring with life today. The weather? Predictable as a Manchester United comeback—hot, humid, and there’s a decent chance the sky might treat us to a dramatic tropical shower just when you least expect it. Charge those phones, pop open that umbrella, and let’s dive into what’s up in Singapore!

    First up, the big headline: Grand Prix fever has officially hit the streets with the 2025 Singapore Formula 1 Grand Prix blazing to life at the Marina Bay Street Circuit. Local news outlets and Sky Sports F1 are all over it. At 1pm local time, it’s race lights out with the world watching as the city morphs into a neon-lit racetrack. The hype is turbocharged—not just for die-hard petrolheads but party lovers too, with waterfront concerts, pop-up bars, and exclusive after-race nightlife firing on all cylinders all around town. Expect crowds, the deep purr of high-octane engines, and a weekend tourism boom that’ll even have neighboring Bali wishing they’d snagged Hamilton for their coconut race.

    If your eardrums want more jazz than engine revs, Gardens by the Bay is hosting the grand finale of its Mid-Autumn Festival tonight. Catch The Jazzlings, Singapore’s hottest youth jazz collective, swinging between 7 and 8:30pm under the shimmering Supertrees. According to the official festival calendar, it’s all about classic jazz standards, mooncakes, glowing lanterns, and cultural mashups—totally free and absolutely atmospheric.

    Prefer thought-provoking art to tire smoke? The Asia-Europe Cultural Festival is in town until October 12th with three head-scratching, heart-stirring exhibits. Today’s highlight is the ongoing “Between Lands: Migration as Transformation” at the Goethe-Institute Lab, showcasing artists wrestling with identity and change. Perfect for anyone who likes their Sundays with a side of meaningful storytelling.

    Family in tow? Several community centers are rolling out lantern processions, goody bags, bouncy castles, multicultural stage shows, and street snacks for the Mid-Autumn Festival—especially the scene at Choa Chu Kang. It’s fun, festive, and a quirky alternative to the main city eruption.

    Meanwhile, in foodie news, local restaurateurs are firing up new concepts and menu launches to catch the Grand Prix spillover. No major transit disruptions reported—MRTs are running with extra services and marshals on hand, so getting around is as smooth as kaya toast on butter.

    If you only do three things today, here’s Oly’s wild ride pick: take in the buzz at the Grand Prix town zone (even if you don’t have F1 tickets, the energy is contagious), swing by Gardens by the Bay for free jazz and lantern magic, then refuel with spicy laksa at a neighborhood hawker before checking out an art exhibition or lantern parade.

    Here’s a tip: If you want to blend in like a local, grab a kopi o kosong at any hawker centre, people-watch for a while, and never, ever jaywalk—Singapore’s fines are just as legendary as its skyline.

    Coming up tomorrow, we’ve got more art from the Asia-Europe Festival, fresh performances popping up around town, and (spoilers!) a deep dive into a new pop-up roller disco by Clarke Quay. Tune in for more adventures with me, Oly Bennet, where the world’s quirkiest competitions and coolest city happenings are always just a tram stop away.

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  • Singapore's F1 Fever, Bhangra Beats, & Pop Culture Wonderland

    Singapore's F1 Fever, Bhangra Beats, & Pop Culture Wonderland
    Oct 4 2025
    Greetings fellow adventure seekers and welcome to Things to do in Singapore! I'm your host Ollie Bennett, and boy oh boy, what a spectacular Saturday, October 4th, 2025 we have brewing in the Lion City!

    The energy here is absolutely electric as Singapore buzzes with the Mid-Autumn Festival magic, Children's Day celebrations, and the roar of Formula 1 engines filling the Marina Bay circuit. The tropical vibes are in full swing with warm, humid weather perfect for both indoor festivities and outdoor adventures.

    Now listeners, let me tell you about the absolute showstoppers happening right now. First up, the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix is transforming our city into a racing wonderland through October 5th. But here's the kicker - it's not just about the cars! We've got 31 artists performing across multiple stages, including the legendary Sir Elton John closing out tomorrow's festivities. From K-pop royalty to rock legends, the Marina Bay precinct is pumping with non-stop entertainment.

    Speaking of music madness, tonight's the night for UK Bhangra Bash 2025 at Hard Rock Cafe Singapore! DJ VIX and DJ DIPS are bringing authentic UK Bhangra vibes to our shores for the very first time. This 18-plus party kicks off at 10 PM and goes until 3 AM - talk about dancing the night away!

    For our culture vultures, the Singapore Night Festival continues its enchanting run in the Bras Basah Bugis area, celebrating our island heritage with stunning light installations and artistic performances. Meanwhile, families can dive into the immersive SingaPop exhibition at ArtScience Museum, exploring 60 years of Singapore's pop culture evolution through Dick Lee's incredible perspective.

    Here's a local insider tip that'll make you feel like a proper Singaporean - when navigating between the Grand Prix zones, hop on the MRT from Nicoll Highway to City Hall station instead of walking the 30-40 minutes. You'll beat the crowds and enjoy some blessed air conditioning!

    The food scene's heating up too with Singapore's first-ever all-you-can-eat ramen buffet at Kiwami Ramen & Gyoza Bar. Eight ramen varieties plus over 25 mains - now that's what I call a weekend feast!

    Tomorrow promises even more excitement with Sir Elton John's legendary performance and the continuation of our Formula 1 festivities. The Smashing Pumpkins are also making their Singapore comeback after 15 years, so you definitely don't want to miss that sonic explosion!

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  • Weekend Wonders in Singapore: K-Pop, Lanterns, and Ramen Galore

    Weekend Wonders in Singapore: K-Pop, Lanterns, and Ramen Galore
    Oct 3 2025
    Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Singapore! Today is Friday, October 3rd, 2025, and this city is positively humming. The air’s balmy enough to remind you that you’re just 100 clicks north of the equator—warm with a gentle morning breeze and not a single raincloud in sight. The vibe across Singapore is electric, with Children’s Day joy in the air, the Mid-Autumn Festival hitting its colorful peak, and even a dash of Grand Prix excitement hanging over from recent F1 festivities.

    If you’re wondering what’s on tap, there’s a smorgasbord of events to match any mood, whether you’re a family day planner, art lover, concert goer, or just ready for weird and wonderful adventure—my kind of energy!

    First up, calling all K-pop devotees and culture buffs; the G-DRAGON MEDIA EXHIBITION: Übermensch at Jewel Changi Airport is making fans swoon with five interactive zones, VR experiences, and even a mega flower statue for Insta glory—all wrapping up on October 13th, but best enjoyed while it’s fresh with today’s buzzing crowd. The vibe is less airport, more pop-culture temple.

    For the junior jet-setters, KidsSTOP at Science Centre Singapore is rolling out the UNTAME Sensory Theatre: Sky’s The Limit. It’s a hands-on, gravity-defying quest through the history of flight, complete with a pre-show workshop and take-home hourglass for budding inventors—a perfect Children’s Day treat running daily through October 10th.

    Prefer your festivals with a side of mooncakes? Gardens by the Bay is sparkling for the Mid-Autumn Festival with lantern displays that would inspire even the most stoic aunties. Meanwhile, over in Jurong, Lights by the Lake at Jurong Lake Gardens turns the park into a wonderland of giant illuminated lanterns, light shows themed after Journey to the West, and tasty bites at the food market—entry is free, and the spectacle runs nightly through October 12th, so bring your cameras (and stretchy pants)!

    If you’ve got little ones, today is the special Children’s Takeover at Children’s Museum Singapore, where kids actually run the museum for a change—think smaller docents, bigger smiles. The best part? Entry is free for all kids from now through Sunday.

    Night owls and thrill seekers, Universal Studios Singapore flips the switch for Halloween Horror Nights. Prepare for haunted houses, scare zones, and the kind of jump scares that’ll make you spill your bubble tea.

    On the local scene, Singapore is abuzz with foodie news. Kiwami Ramen & Gyoza Bar at Guoco Tower just opened Singapore’s first all-you-can-eat ramen buffet—seriously, you can noodle your heart out now. For new openings, the New Bahru ECA: Pit Stop marketplace is a treasure trove of homegrown brands, crafts, and race-themed snacks, timed perfectly with the lingering F1 buzz.

    To get around like a pro, don’t miss the Star Wars Pop-up Library at Changi Airport Terminal 3, a brand-new literary galaxy with over 2,000 Star Wars titles and a space-age automated book system—major lightsaber points for whoever finds the cookbooks.

    If you’re craving adventure, don’t just stick to the big sights—head west to Jurong Eco-Garden’s new playground for something offbeat and Insta-worthy or catch cultural performances at Lakeside Garden tonight.

    Let me slide in a quirky Oly tip: Singapore’s hawker centres might look packed, but table sharing is the local legend’s move. Just ask, “Can I join you?” Grumpy faces will often turn into new foodie friendships.

    Tomorrow’s looking just as wild with the Divine Tales After Dark drama at Indian Heritage Centre and more Mid-Autumn light-ups, so grab your calendar and keep it locked right here.

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  • Crypto Glitterati, Dino Fossils & Pickleball: A Neon-Lit Odyssey Through Singapore's Vibrant Scene

    Crypto Glitterati, Dino Fossils & Pickleball: A Neon-Lit Odyssey Through Singapore's Vibrant Scene
    Oct 2 2025
    Welcome listeners to Things to Do in Singapore! It's Thursday, October 2nd, 2025, and Singapore is buzzing as always—think tropical warmth, blue skies, occasional playful rainclouds, and everyone’s sunglasses game is strong. Today’s energy? Utterly electrifying, thanks to a wild combo of tech summits, festival fever, and some off-the-wall nightlife that’ll make you want to drop everything and join the fun.

    Quick pulse-check on the city: Marina Bay Sands is glowing with crypto glitterati for TOKEN2049 and SuiFest, where blockchain buffs rub shoulders and swap stories of tokens and digital treasure hunts. Over at CapitaGreen’s sky-high Center of the Universe, the KAST Solid Gold Party fires up tonight with crypto founders, bottle service, and a sprawling venue boasting skypools, jazz bars, ultra-lounges—if James Bond and Elon Musk had a party baby, this would be it.

    For culture lovers and families, get swept up in the dazzling Mid-Autumn Festival light-ups at Gardens by the Bay and Jurong Lake Gardens. Massive lantern displays turn the city into a mythic playground, and yes, you get spicy mooncakes that are half dessert, half dare! According to SassyMamaSG, the Science Centre Singapore unveils its colossal “DINOSAURS | EXTINCTIONS | US” exhibition next week, so today is perfect for a sneak peek—think 40-metre dino model, rare fossils, and enough fun facts to make you a prehistoric trivia king.

    Tonight, let loose with the KAST Solid Gold Party at CapitaGreen—crypto’s top founders and party animals shaking up the skyline while you groove to hits and sip cocktails high above the city. If you crave family action, SuperPark Singapore just dropped their Study & Play Pass, letting kids tackle homework, then conquer rock walls and slides on their study breaks—parental sanity saved and kids’ energy burned in style!

    Update alert! Wolfgang’s Steakhouse is celebrating its 8th anniversary, serving up a four-course steak and lamb extravaganza in Robertson Quay. There’s a new pickleball court in Jurong—hello, Straits Pickle Club—offering classes, open play, and serious pickleball swagger, whether you’re a seasoned paddle pro or still figuring out why the ball is named after a cucumber.

    Must-do activities for today? Snap those selfies at the lantern displays, pop by Marina Bay for TOKEN2049 energy (even if you’re more Netflix than blockchain), and chase the best street food in Little India, now ablaze with Deepavali lights. Families can hit the Science Centre, and if you feel competitive, give pickleball a whirl—Straits Pickle Club is where sporting friendships and questionable victory dances are born.

    Local tip: Hop on the Deepavali Big Bus Tour to soak up all the Little India lights without hiking every block—just $10 gets you eye-popping colors minus the foot cramps. And did you know Singapore’s laws make it illegal to chew gum, but it’s totally legal to play pickleball at midnight? Wild, right?

    Coming up tomorrow—more hands-on Mid-Autumn workshops, secret art pop-ups, and another round of epic rooftop parties! Tune in for the ultimate weekend rundown.

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  • Singapore's Mid-Autumn Festival Frenzy: Lanterns, Mooncakes, and Mandopop Madness

    Singapore's Mid-Autumn Festival Frenzy: Lanterns, Mooncakes, and Mandopop Madness
    Sep 28 2025
    Welcome, globe-trotters and local adventurers, to Things to Do in Singapore! It’s Sunday, September 28, 2025, and your jet-setting pal, Oly Bennet, is reporting live from the Lion City, where the sun is blazing, the humidity is setting new hair-raising records, and the energy is sizzling hotter than a giant satay grill at a festival.

    Singapore’s current vibe is pure festive gleam: lanterns swinging in the muggy breeze, the city pulsing with colour as Mid-Autumn Festival transforms the nightscape into a living fairytale. According to Little Day Out, it’s the last weekend of September and that means you’re catching Singapore at the peak of mooncake season, with families filling the parks, snapping photos under glowing lanterns, and prepping for tonight’s cultural marathon.

    Kicking off with the main event, Chinatown is in full Mid-Autumn Festival mode—think lantern streets bright enough to be seen from a passing plane, bustling bazaars, tea tastings, traditional stage shows, and a mass lantern walk. Over at Gardens by the Bay, the Supertrees are bringing in the drama with 12 epic lantern displays, multicultural performances, and hands-on festive crafts. Fancy some lakeside chill? Jurong Lake Gardens hosts Lights by the Lake, with lanterns inspired by the Journey to the West and vibrant light projections that’ll make you wish your phone’s battery lasted longer.

    Craving dance over mooncakes? The Singapore Swimming Club is throwing Dandiya Night, a festival of Gujarati and Bollywood dance where you can spin, clap, and eat street food till your arms or appetite give out. For you music buffs, YES 933 Hits Fest 2025 is taking over Singapore Indoor Stadium tonight with show-stopping live acts and enough Mandopop stardom to dazzle your socks off.

    Word on the street, according to Asian Journeys, is that the Singapore Writers Festival is already warming up October with panels and parties for book lovers, while ELLE Singapore gives a tip of the hat to “Wuxing: The Five Elements,” a dance and performance spectacle at the Shangri-La, guaranteed to jazz up your Sunday if you’re in the mood for something artsy.

    Hungry? Singapore’s first-ever all-you-can-eat ramen buffet at Kiwami Ramen & Gyoza Bar means noodle-lovers can finally live their dreams without judgment. Prefer something sweet? Hunt down pop-up mooncake stalls across the city—orchard malls are prime prance-and-taste territory.

    Heads up for public transport warriors, the newly revamped Singapore Flyer journey is now open and features a two-story, immersive ‘Time Capsule’ experience before you even set foot in the iconic pod. For families, the new playground at Jurong Eco-Garden is a hit, with a rope pyramid that’s part jungle gym, part mini-Everest.

    For the modern explorer itching to see classic Singapore, Oly’s tip of the day: Don’t just stare at the Marina Bay skyline, jump into the lantern-lit celebrations and sample at least three different types of mooncakes. Yam paste, durian, and the legendary snow skin—report back on the best! And if you want to feel like a real local, challenge a friend to solve a lantern riddle at the bazaar, bonus points if you win a treat.

    Coming up tomorrow, keep a lookout for the closing days of the Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival at the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry, and if you survived tonight’s revelries, there’s still more moon festival fun and even a chance to spy futuristic plans at the URA Draft Master Plan 2025 exhibition.

    Thanks for joining me, Oly Bennet, for this whirlwind through Singapore’s wild weekend. Tune in tomorrow for fresh antics and more ways to explore the quirkiest corners of the city.

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  • Singapore's Groove Driver Festival, Lively National Day, and Quirky Cultural Exchanges

    Singapore's Groove Driver Festival, Lively National Day, and Quirky Cultural Exchanges
    Sep 27 2025
    Oi oi! Big hello to all my globetrotters and welcome to Things to do in Singapore with your mate Oly Bennet, where we dive headfirst into the Lion City’s whirlpool of wild events and quirky happenings. The date is Saturday, September 27th, 2025, and let me tell you, Singapore’s buzzing louder than a Stadium Wave at the World Cup!

    Now, a quick weather check before we get into the epic stuff. It's steamy and tropical today, with highs around 30 degrees Celsius, sticky humidity, and a side order of “patchy rain possible.” That’s right, pack both your sunblock and your brolly—classic Singaporean roulette, but also perfect weather for adventures and dancing in the rain.

    The city is absolutely humming and nowhere is that groove stronger than the Groove Driver Festival 2025, kicking off today at Suntec Plaza and South Beach Tower. This is your exclusive preview of next week’s Formula 1 chaos—a two-day blast of international DJs, local music heroes, food stalls, rooftop parties, and the kinds of cocktails that make you think you’re a pop star. With acts like Henry Moodie and an all-female DJ lineup including Licaxxx and Debbie Chia, plus skyline views to make your Instagram sizzle, Groove Driver is the official pre-Grand Prix energy boost according to Outlook Traveller.

    And for the family crowd or anyone keen on a creative culture binge, don’t miss the National Day celebrations rolling on through the National Museum of Singapore. Dive into LEGO heaven with the “Stories of Singapore” diorama, unleash your inner artist with hands-on workshops, and as night falls, the museum’s entire facade transforms into a radiant tribute to the city—yes, literal art attacks, light-shows, and enough patriotic energy to make your heart sing. Elle Singapore says this is a must-see for kiddos, adults, and anyone who ever built a LEGO Merlion.

    If you’re in the mood for some international flare, Thailand Week 2025 at Suntec City is your ticket. Discover over 50 provocative Thai brands serving up everything from handmade jewellery to sustainably fashionable threads and wild snacks like freeze-dried mango sticky rice. There’s even a claw machine and free ice cream, because who says cultural exchange can’t be silly and sweet?

    Craving something a little more offbeat? Check out the Maritime Youth Festival at the Singapore Maritime Gallery this afternoon. Picture this: boatloads of maritime fun, youth-driven activities, live demos, and the kind of educational games that would make even your school teacher crack a smile.

    Swinging into citywide news—foodies, sharpen those forks because Singapore’s restaurant scene just levelled up. Keep your eye out for a hot new opening at Tanjong Pagar, reportedly featuring a fusion of Peranakan and vegan magic. Meanwhile, over in public transit, SMRT is rolling out later train services along the North-South Line for event weekends, so you can stay out grooving just a little longer without sweating the last ride home.

    If you’re wondering what to do with the rest of your day, here’s today’s Oly-approved action plan: start with kopi and kaya toast at a local kopitiam, stroll the heritage shophouses of Joo Chiat, sneak in a cheeky rooftop dip at your hotel, and when the sun dips, hit the Groove Driver Festival, or let National Museum’s lights transport you to a whole new state of Singaporean pride.

    Today’s Ollie tip: Never underestimate the power of a Singlish phrase—it’s more than lingo, it’s the ultimate local passport. Try “lah” at the end of your sentences and watch doors open, noodles appear, and smiles multiply!

    On the horizon: Singapore’s about to shift into full Formula 1 overdrive with headliners like G-Dragon, Elton John, and Foo Fighters taking over next week! Tune in tomorrow for secret pop-ups, wild afterparties, and the absolute quirkiest things you can only do here in the Lion City.

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