19 epic things to do in Singapore this September 2026

The popular Sunday Social Market brings the Playa Del Sol Market to Sentosa on September 5 and 6. Taking place at FOC, the lively beachside retail experience offers artisan goods, unique stalls, live shows, matcha workshops, and delicious food in one place. Perfect for all ages!

If you’re looking to lock in something high-energy for September, this new attraction needs to be on your list. BuzzAttack: The Immersive Game Show arrives at Clarke Quay Central. It offers five main challenges, surprise mini-games and a giant Multiplier Wheel. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets here.

Gardens By The Bay brings back its iconic Mid-Autumn Festival from September 12 to 27. Visitors can look forward to giant lantern displays, live performances, mooncake workshops, and more. This year’s theme is Fenbao and her friends. Meanwhile, there’ll be plenty of other Mid-Autumn events across the city to mark the occasion on September 25.

Take your afternoon to infinity and beyond with SKAI’s Toy Story high tea on the 70th floor. It’s a Disney & Pixar Toy Story high tea running daily from September 1 to November 30. The themed afternoon tea features character-inspired sweet and savoury creations, non-alcoholic cocktails, a merchandise pop-up and an optional Toy Story staycation package.

Singapore’s Spanish food scene just got a stamp of authenticity. Restaurants from Spain and Colmados from Spain – the official ICEX seals – now mark 15 restaurants and 2 specialty shops across Singapore serving and selling the genuine article, from jamón ibérico to PDO wines. Keep an eye out for the seal, and stay tuned as we spotlight each certified venue over the coming weeks.

Rally the family for an immersive adventure at Asia’s first Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue. Visitors can wander through eight themed zones, use interactive elements, and help rescue a village from zombies, to name a few things. Get tickets.

The Hoop Loops Festival is a free festival happening at CQ @ Clarke Quay in Singapore. Organised by the BYD Singapore International Marathon (SGIM) presented by Adidas as a countdown to their December race weekend, it features art jamming sessions, HIIT workouts, yoga, a vibrant marketplace, food, live entertainment, and expert panel talks.

The 17th edition of Singapore Night Festival takes over Bras Basah.Bugis precinct until September 6. Singapore’s largest night arts event celebrates with the theme of Myths & Legends. Wonderfully, there are more than 80 experiences. Notable highlights include dazzling light installations, project mapping, immersive performances, and festival villages offering food, drinks, and more. Certainly, one of the best things to do this September 2026 in Singapore.

Singapore’s finest venues are lit by candlelight once again this month, and it’s the perfect excuse for a cosy date night. Here are our favourite Candlelight concerts taking place in the city during September 2026. Get the list.

On September 17, Singapore Oceanarium is hosting its first-ever Silent Disco: Deep Blue Beats. Running from 8pm to 11pm, guests will feel as if they have entered an underwater nightclub with glowing wireless headphones, three live DJ channels, and dances alongside massive illuminated tanks with colourful marine life. Certainly, one of the best things to do this September 2026 in Singapore.

Singapore River Festival returns for 10 days from September 11 to 20, transforming Boat, Clarke, and Robertson Quays into a vibrant waterfront playground. Attendees can meet local creators, experience The Quay Collective new theme, enjoy immersive experiences, hop on cruises along the river, and much more.

Get a jumpstart on Halloween 2026 with a few events kicking off in September. For instance, Halloween Horror Nights 14 begins on September 25 and runs for 18 select nights until November 1. This year’s edition promises to be more terrifying than ever before. Plus, there’s plenty of child-friendly tricks happening around Resorts World Sentosa.

Anime fans can add this to their September plans: The Apothecary Diaries Exhibition which arrives at Fever Exhibition Hall on September 30, It offers a chance to explore Maomao’s world and features recreated scenes, original character art, props and interactive elements. Get tickets.

Until September 10, the Hungry Ghost Festival features vibrant ritual performances, cheap dining offers, Chinese culture experiences in Chinatown, and more to honour your deceased ancestors who are believed to be roaming the earth during the seventh month of the lunar calendar.

Step into a lost Nile paradise at Gardens by the Bay’s Lilytopia 2026 at Flower Dome. The cool attraction features the first Egypt-themed floral display featuring over 7,000 lilies, recreated Egyptian architecture and rare waterlilies. Definitely, one of the best September 2026 events in Singapore.

Looking for a futuristic activity this September 2026? Grab your future-loving teenagers or kids to experience Portals before it ends. The massive blockbuster exhibition invites guests to step out of the digital realm and into eight cinematic spaces, larger-than-life sets, and spectacular stories. Get tickets.

Oktoberfest 2026 brings the best of Bavarian culture to Singapore from mid September to early October. Expect traditional music, German food, and plenty of beer at this lively festival. For instance, Adventure Cove Waterpark is hosting an Oktoberfest event on September 25 and 26.

If you’re looking for a kid-friendly pick for September 2026, get ready for an oink-tastic family adventure at Peppa Pig Fun Day Out. Happening at Esplanade Theatre, the 80-minute live show is perfect for toddlers and young children to kick off the school holidays. Packed with singing, dancing, and plenty of characters…you can’t go wrong with this activity.

Calling fans of Harry Potter for a magical adventure into the Wizarding World at Resorts World Sentosa. Wander through more than 10 themed spaces including The Trap Door and Chamber of Secrets, then take in the dramatic sets, immersive photo spots, and other Wizarding elements along the way. Get tickets.