Looking for what to do in Singapore this November? The Lion City comes alive this November 2024 with a range of exciting events in the lead up to Christmas. From dozens of new festivals, to iconic Harry Potter and Disney events, free movies under the stars, children’s events over school holidays, and so much more to enjoy…we’ve found 40 of the best things to do this November 2024 in Singapore.
November 2024 events
1. Spread Christmas cheer at the first Disney Cruise themed festive pop-up
Jewel Changi Airport and Disney Cruise Line have teamed up to offer Southeast Asia’s first-ever Disney Adventure Cruise Ship themed festive event. The Gift of Disney Cruise Line at Jewel runs from November 8 to January 2, 2025. It celebrates Singapore becoming the homeport of the new Disney cruise and visitors can explore themed installations inspired by the cruise ship’s seven themed zones. From photo ops to life-size replicas of the ship’s iconic funnels, meets with characters, and more…people of all ages will be mesmerised. Find out more about the Christmas themed Disney event.
📍Singapore Changi Airport, Singapore
2. See Poems on the MRT
Embark on a literary journey with the new Poems On The MRT initiative in collaboration with National Arts Council, SMRT, and Stellar Ace, from November 1. On our daily commute, we will be able to see hundreds of poems in English, Chinese, Malay, and Tamil displayed on the trains in beautiful writing. These lines include East-West, North-South, and Circle Line, as well as video projects in some stations and other trains. Plus, there’ll be a one-day-only library at Dhoby Ghaunt Station for Sing Lit lovers.
3. Wander an eco-friendly Sentosa Festive Market
On November 2 and 3, an eco-friendly version of Sentosa Festive Market is happening at Palawan Beach Walk from 4pm to 9pm. Sentosa Festive Market – Go Green is committed to sustainability with more than 30 green-conscious stalls and initiatives to help the planet and reduce waste. Plus, there’ll be meditation, workshops, tarot reading, food trucks, and so much more.
📍Palawan Beach Walk, Sentosa Island
4. Journey to space
Science Centre Singapore welcomes an iconic exhibition inspired by NASA missions in October. Space Explorers: The Infinite is an immersive extended reality (XR) experience offering visitors the unique chance to feel as if they are experiencing life on the International Space Station. From cutting-edge virtual reality to 360-degree footage filmed in space, engaging activities, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice. Buy tickets here. Otherwise, learn more. Certainly, an exciting thing to do with kids in Singapore.
📍15 Science Centre Rd, Singapore 609081
5. Enjoy the finest grilled eats in Sentosa
Sentosa GrillFest 2024 returns to Siloso Beach from 5pm to 10pm between November 14 and December 8. The beachfront grill fest is one of the best things to do for foodies this season. It will feature more than 30 vendors across four different zones, with mouth-watering grilled delicacies such as smoked meats, grilled desserts, seafood, and more. Plus, there’ll be plenty of live entertainment and drinking games to keep the energy alive.
📍Siloso Beach, Sentosa Island
6. Get educated on the world of architecture
The World Architecture Festival (WAF) 2024 will be held from November 6 to 8 at Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. The prestigious event is renowned for being the largest live-judged architecture awards programme worldwide. It features more than 480 projects from 71 countries across 33 categories. The festival’s theme Tomorrow will explore how trends such as urbanization and digital technology are shaping the future of architecture.
📍10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
7. Explore the wizarding world
Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is set to open at Resorts World Sentosa on November 22. The new Harry Potter experience, created by Warner Bros. Discover Global Themed Entertainment and NEON, offers a self-guided tour exploring more than 10 themed wizarding world settings. In fact, it will be the largest interactive art experience about Harry Potter in the world. From stepping into The Chamber of Secrets to protecting yourself from The Trap Door…fans of Harry Potter will be delighted.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
8. Witness basketball mastery
The world-famous Harlem Globetrotters are stopping in Singapore on November 23 and 24 as part of their Asia Tour 2024. Get ready for thrilling family entertainment by witnessing basketball atistry live at the OCBC Arena Hall 1. Definitely, a fun thing to do with sports-loving children this November 2024.
📍OCBC Arena Hall 1, Singapore
9. Sip all your favourite coffees at Singapore Coffee Week
The first-ever Singapore Coffee Week is happening until November 3 at Plaza Singapura from 10am to 10pm. The free-to-enter event aims to educate people on Singapore’s coffee history and coffee origins, as well as exciting interactive activities, more than 32 booths providing all things coffee, and coffee masterclasses conducted by a team of top baristas. Definitely, one of the best things to do this November for coffee lovers!
📍Level 1 Atrium, Plaza Singapura, Singapore
10. See a Counter-Strike tournament
From November 1 to 3, esports enthusiasts can watch eight top teams from around the world complete for the prize of $1,000,000 USD. The BLAST Premier World Final 2024 is a prestigious Counter-Strike 2 tournament at Resorts World Convention Centre Sentosa. In fact, it’s BLAST’s first major event in Singapore made possible via partnerships with Singapore Tourism Board and AEF Presents Asia.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore
11. Celebrate Deepavali 2024
Diwali will be celebrated on October 31 this year but there are a number of events happening across the city until early November. Experience Deepavali 2024 celebrations in Little India, where streets come alive with colourful lights until November 17, as well as street bazaars, traditional Indian workshops, and more. Read our Little India Singapore guide. Get our Diwali 2024 guide.
12. Appreciate Asian cinema at SGIFF 2024
The 35th Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF) takes place from November 28 to December 8. This year’s festival will offer insight into the unique storytelling of more than 30 Singaporean films by local creatives. One notable film Stranger Eyes, directed by Singaporean filmmaker Christ Yeo Siew Hua, has already garnered attention worldwide, among others. The event takes place in multiple venues across the city. Definitely, it’s one of the best things to do this November for film lovers.
13. Catch a massive concert
Singapore will host a number of iconic upcoming concerts over the next few months. Particularly in November, Dua Lipa will play at Singapore Indoor Stadium on November 5 and 6, while Imagine Dragons will grace the same stage on November 25 for their Loom World Tour, to name a few. Find out the best upcoming concerts via our concert guide.
14. Be captivated by K-pop queen LISA
Blackpink’s LISA is hosting a surprise concert at Singapore Indoor Stadium on November 11. It was originally announced as a fan meet-up, as part of her Asian fan tour, but due to popular demand it has become a full blown concert. Get the full details here.
📍Singapore Indoor Stadium, Singapore
15. Wake up with a sunrise breakfast at AIR CCCC
AIR CCCC is hosting a new SUNRISE programme from November 15. The exclusive event is a collaboration with Le Matin Patisserie and offers breakfast from 8am every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, at the AIR front lawn and garden. Diners can rise and shine with fresh pastries, Le Matin’s signature creations, chicken sausage rolls, cheese toasties, artisanal coffee, tea, and more. In fact, this restaurant was named one of the world’s greatest places 2024.
📍25B Dempsey Rd, Singapore
16. Immerse yourself in a bubbly wonderland
A world-famous bubble exhibition, Bubble Planet, takes guests on a whimsical journey through 11 unique themed rooms at Singapore Expo. The interactive exhibition offers a multi-sensory adventures filled with bubbles and features like the Giant Bubble Dome, Bubble Bath Pit, and Virtual Reality experiences. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets here.
📍Singapore Expo, Singapore
17. Empower your mind at a mental health festival
The fifth Mental Health Film Festival takes place from November 7 to 1o. The event aims to unite films from different cultures, educate on mental wellbeing through stories of resilience and recovery, and empower youths through filmmaking. It features a selection of movies, engaging panel conversations, interesting workshops, a mental health roadshow and more activities. Get tickets.
📍 GV Suntec City, Singapore
18. Learn the art of clay making
Singapore Clay Festival returns for its third edition from November 7 to 10. The premier clay event spotlights the art of clay making with curated ceramics exhibitions, works from clay demonstrations, hands-on workshops, masterclasses, and many keynote talks, to name a few.
📍Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Singapore
19. Go to a wonderful art fair
Affordable Art Fair returns to Singapore, from November 7 to 10, at F1 Pit Building. The venue will transform into an art lover’s paradise with vibrant colours, charisma, and creativity. From contemporary oil paintings to larger-than-life sculptures, there is artwork from more than 750 artists represented by 81 galleries worldwide including 94 local artists. The 15th edition of the fair showcases accessible artworks at an affordable price under $15,000 with some priced under $1000. Meanwhile, there will be activities to get stuck into at the event.
📍F1 Pit Building, Singapore
20. Learn new skills at a sustainable Christmas Market
Workshop Wonderland returns for its third edition on November 16 and 17. The eco-friendly Christmas market features 70 cool workshops for people of all ages to enjoy. From children’s activities like creating Christmas gifts, to fitness classes, electric car tests, photo ops with Santa, and much more…it’s the perfect place to learn a few new skills for 2025.
📍26 & 36 Beach Road, Singapore
21. Make the most of the last Halloween festivities
Singapore offers a range of Halloween events into early November 2024. Some notable events include Southeast Asia’s biggest Halloween experience – Halloween Horror Nights 12 – running until November 2, as well as the new underground immersive horror adventure – Underground: The Summoning – on until November 3, and a spooky Halloween Yacht Party on November 2 and 3 in Sentosa, to name a few. Get our Halloween 2024 guide.
22. Be inspired at Singapore Writers Festival
From November 8 to 17, Singapore Writers Festival 2024 marks its return for its 27th edition. Organised by Arts House Limited (AHL) and commissioned by the National Arts Council (NAC), SWF 2024 offers nearly 200 thought-provoking programmes featuring around 300 local and international presenters for the 2024 theme of In Our Nature. These people will continue to push the boundary in creative writing, exploring intersections between literature and other disciplines. Get tickets on Singapore Writer’s Festival website.
23. See a world-famous smash hit musical
The iconic musical, SIX, has entertained millions of people worldwide. It is returning to Sands Theatre in Singapore from November 14 to December 1. This acclaimed musical reimagines the stories of Henry VII’s six wives and has been celebrated for its empowering themes, catching news, and award-winning experience. Definitely, theatre enthusiasts can’t miss this one.
📍Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
24. Be bewitched at a Candlelight concert
Singapore’s finest venues are lit by candlelight once again this month, and it’s the perfect excuse for a cosy date night. Find out the best Candlelight concerts taking place in the city during November.
25. Be merry at Christmas On A Great Street
The annual Christmas On A Great Street returns to Orchard Road on November 9. The 41st edition of Orchard Road Business Association’s event features light-ups, markets, decorations, and entertainment. This year, visitors can expect a colourful transition with three Christmas Villages filled with rides, games, project mapping, live music, and more. Learn more about Christmas On a Great Street.
📍 Orchard Road, Singapore
26. Dive into Navy activities
On November 9 and 10, why not attend the very first Navy Experience 2024 at RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base. The free NAVEX24 event features a Formidable-class frigate, Navy Veterans, interactive experiences, live performances by different groups, and much more.
📍RSS Singapura – Changi Naval Base, Singapore
27. Boogie at a silent disco in the sky
On November 16, Pelago’s Silent Disco returns atop SkyPark in Marina Bay Sands. Pop on your headsets, complete with LED lights, and get ready to dance to three different styles of music. From electronic tunes to rock, and more…it’s the perfect nightlife experience in the sky to finish off the month. Get tickets here.
📍 Level 57, 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956
28. Be mesmerised at a LEGO exhibition
There are many new exhibitions happening in Singapore. One standout exhibition is Art of the Brick happening until the end of November at Singapore Expo. The iconic LEGO exhibition, crafted from more than one million LEGO bricks, features more than 150 sculptures to explore. Find out more. Alternatively, buy tickets.
📍Singapore Expo, 1 Expo Dr, Singapore 486150
29. Learn about Korean cinema
Golden Village Suntec City is hosting a Korean Film Festival until November 3. Attendees can see free viewings of Korean movies, documentaries, and short films. From k-drama’s to spy thrillers, female directed documentaries, and more…Singaporeans can truly immersive themselves in the richness of Korean storytelling for the 2024 theme of Circle of Life.
📍3 Temasek Boulevard, #03-373
30. Or get schooled on French cinema
The vOilah! French Film Festival returns from November 14 to 30 to celebrate the best of French storytelling and cinema. Organised by the Embassy of France and co-presented by Shaw Organisation, The Projector, and Alliance Française de Singapour, this year’s festival features 36 exciting films. From chart-topping blockbusters to comedies, nail-biting adventures, and more…you’ll be seriously entertained.
📍6001 Beach Rd, #05-00 GOLDEN MILE TOWER, Singapore 199589
31. Wander a world of Claude Monet
An immersive art exhibition in Singapore, Monet Inside, brings the masterpieces of Claude Monet to life using 360-degree projections and interactive displays. Located at Parkview Square, the new exhibition offers the chance to explore Monet’s artistic journey, through five life chapters. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets here.
📍Parkview Square, Singapore
32. Fall into Alice In Wonderland
Andsoforth is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a unique new dining experience in a secret location. Wonderland Upsidedown is an immersive dinner inspired by Alice In Wonderland. Guests embark on a 2.5-hour journey through various themed rooms, each offering a unique dish, with interactive elements. The whimsical experience includes five courses, workshops, exotic characters and you must dress in a Victorian punk style. Get tickets.
33. Let the kids go mad at Chaos Lab
Chaos Lab is a science-themed indoor playground temporarily located at Changi Airport Terminal 2. It runs until January 2025, and it is designed to spark creativity and curiosity among children. There are 11 activity stations where children can play and take part in experiments, from crafting slime to painting neon walls, jumping in sand boxes, ball pits, and more…these children will be delighted. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets via Fever.
📍Changi Airport, Terminal 2, Singapore
34. Embark on a journey through the world’s largest multimedia show
The world’s largest light, sound, and multimedia event launched in Singapore until February 2024. Located at Bayfront Event Ground, the festival boasts more than 20 million LED lights across nine unique themed worlds. illumi 2024 features a cool icy realm, a dinosaur universe, a magical forest, and so much more. Definitely, one of the best things to do this November 2024 in Singapore. Learn more.
📍Bayfront Event Ground, Marina Bay, Singapore
35. Relax with live music at Cool Cats Lounge
Get excited about the coolest music club around, hosting a range of live performances from a variety of genres this month. Every weekend and Wednesdays at 8pm. Learn more about Cool Cats. Definitely, one of the best things to do this November for music lovers.
📍32 Beach Rd, Singapore 189764
36. Experience the first Studio Ghibli exhibition in the city
The first-ever World of Studio Ghibli exhibition opened at ArtScience Museum this month. Fans can wander 11 galleries and enjoy 16 interactive sets inspired by the wonderful world of the Studio Ghibli movies until February 2025. From beloved movies like Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away…you’ll be in extremely satisfied. Get the details.
📍6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974
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37. Entertain kids over the school holidays
The children are on their school holidays from November 23 to December 31. Definitely, you’ll need a long list of fun activities to keep them from getting bored. Lucky for you, we’ve already listed the best school holiday activities 2024 in Singapore. Otherwise, choose from our list of 50+ best things to do with kids in Singapore.
38. Tick off a new restaurant
Why not use a rainy day to try out a new restaurant in Singapore? whatever cuisine you’re after, you can guarantee that the Lion City will have it. From Spanish to Japanese, African food, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice. Find the best restaurants in Singapore.
39. Indulge at a hawker centre
Singapore is full of bustling hawker centres and food courts, where locals and tourists alike can feast on both local and international culinary delights at a cheap price – all for less than $5 or $10. From satay and laksa, to fried kway teow…we’ve listed our favourite hawker centres for you to enjoy the best food.
40. Enjoy a day in Sentosa
Sentosa Island, located off Singapore’s southern coast, is a vibrant recreational destination offering a wide range of attractions and things to do. From beautiful beaches to exotic beach clubs, adrenaline experiences like karting, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice this November 2024. Discover the best things to do in Sentosa here.
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