The Lion City comes to life this September 2025 with a range of exciting events. It looks like we’ll be graced with a mix of sunny and rainy days, but that won’t stop the endless stream of fun. From interactive exhibitions exploring Singapore’s past and present, to F1 Night Race events, soulful musicals, iconic festivals, and other celebratory events…we’ve found 38 of the best things to do this September 2025 in Singapore.
1. Indulge at Singapore Food Festival 2025
The 32nd edition of Singapore Food Festival takes place from September 4 to 24. This year’s new theme Have You Eaten Yet? brings a rich culinary adventure under three signature events. There’ll be Food Is Art which combines food, fashion, and music will celebrity chefs, as well as The Long Table an intimate heritage dining event, and Future Food: Menu 2035. Plus, there’ll be innovative meals and workshops to try! The festival takes place at various locations around the city.
2. Enjoy ACM’s first-ever playable exhibition
Asian Civilisation Museum (ACM) invites guests to the Let’s Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games exhibition. It’s the museum’s first major exhibition exploring the artistry and innovation behind Asian boardgames opening on September 5. It features more than 150 works from the National Collection and international lenders, with interactive activities, outdoor installations, and more. Definitely, one of the best new things to do in Singapore.
📍1 Empress Pl, Singapore 179555
3. Try Singapore’s first in-world Monopoly game
Ever wanted to play on a real-life Monopoly board? Well now you can as MONOPOLY: HIDDEN Singapore turns the city into an in-world adventure game. Gamers can explore Singapore’s hidden treasures in Love, Lost & Found, which features self-guided trails, free iced tea, interesting clues, and more. Get tickets. Definitely, one of the best things to do this September 2025 in Singapore.
📍Start from ONALU Bagel Haús – 60 Stamford Rd, #01-11, Singapore 178900
4. Be enchanted by Swan Lake
The acclaimed State Ballet of Georgia makes its Singapore debut, with a classic production of Swan Lake at Sands Theatre, from September 11 to 14, 2025. Directed by former ballerina Nina Ananiashvili, it features a cast of 70 dancers, alongside exquisite sets and breathtaking costumes. Definitely, one of the best performances to see in Singapore this season. Learn more.
📍Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
5. Journey to a lost city in Peru
Mark your calendars for September 18 when the iconic Machu Picchu exhibition lands in Singapore. Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City is a virtual reality immersive experience that takes visitors on a journey to the ancient Inca Citadel. It features stunning 3D images of climbing terraces, sacred temples, iconic mountain vistas, and more—all guided by the energetic AI character voiced by Terry Crews. In fact, it’s one of the world’s most iconic archaeological sites. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets here. Perfect for history and culture buffs!
📍51 Telok Ayer Street, #3-00 China Square Food Centre
6. Dance the weekend away at Mandopop festival
On September 13 and 14, One Love Asia Festival 2025 takes place at Bayfront Event Space. The iconic music festival features a vibrant mix of top Asian artists performing Mandopop tracks, alongside immersive entertainment, delightful food stalls, and more. Definitely, one of the best things to do this September 2025 in Singapore.
📍12A Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018970
7. Explore Singapore’s art scene after dark
The 16th 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 Island Nights for 2025. Wonderfully, there are more than 80 experiences. Notable highlights include dazzling light installations like Sky Castle and Peranakan Museum attractions, project mapping, immersive performances, and festival villages offering food, drinks, and epic retail experiences.
8. Be captivated at National Gallery’s film festival
National Gallery Singapore, returns with its signature film festival, from September 4 to 14, 2025. The festival showcases the moving image art in Singapore, Southeast Asia, and beyond over the 11 days, with more than 50 features and shorts, ranging from powerful artists films to old classics. Definitely, Painting With Light is a top event this September 2025. Tickets begin at $10.
📍Singapore 178957
9. Watch a movie under the stars
Films At The Fort 2025 By Glenfiddich is an open-air cinema held in Fort Canning Park. The unique outdoor movie experience under the stars, runs until September 7, and offers award-winning films with crafted whisky cocktails and gourmet food. Films begin at 7.45pm. Learn more.
📍Fort Canning Park, Singapore
10. Wander around a special edition of Sentosa Festive Market
On September 6 and 7, Sentosa Festive Market – Artsy Crafty by Sunday Social invites Singaporeans into a playground for makers, dreamers, and curious souls. From art to fashion, lifestyle treasures, and more…you can wander around 25 booths, indulge on delicious food, take part in workshops, enjoy activities like tarot reading, and much more. It runs from 4pm to 9pm each evening. Plus, it’s pet-friendly!
📍Palawan Beach Walk, Sentosa Island
11. See 150 life-size bears in the gardens
Why not head to Supertree Grove Lawn to see the United Buddy Bears exhibition for free? Running until October 12, the adorable bear collection features 150 life-sized, vibrant bear structures (with 145 representing a specific country). The cool exhibition has made its way across 36 countries since its inauguration in Berlin 2002. Additionally, the debut Singapore exhibition aims to show the peaceful 60-year-friendship between Germany and Singapore.
📍18 Marina Gardens Dr, Singapore 018953
12. Dive deep into the Titanic voyage
Titanic: An Immersive Voyage – Through the Eyes of Passengers is an interesting exhibition at Fever Exhibition Hall. The immersive experience features dramatic life-sized recreations of the Titanic’s interiors, authentic passengers artifacts, and a unique virtual reality dive to the Titanic’s wreck site over 4,000 metres beneath the Atlantic Ocean. Definitely, one of the best things to do this September 2025 in Singapore. Learn more. Otherwise, buy tickets here.
13. Get in on the action for F1
Singapore Grand Prix Night Races are set to take place at Marina Bay Circuit on October 5. Although, many F1-related events and activities are happening throughout the month of September 2025. For instance, Marina Square is launching an adernaline race celebration from September 6 to October 6, 2025. The Ultimate Pit Stop Adventure features an inflatable racetrack for kids, a playground, and plush collectibles for fans. Keep an eye on our Singapore Grand Prix Guide for more activities.
14. Party with the world’s no.1 DJ Hardwell
World-famous Dutch DJ and music producer, Hardwell, returns to Singapore on September 12 for a one-night-only party at MARQUEE. Get ready for iconic hits like Spaceman, Apollo, Run Wild, and collaborations with other artists. The show starts from 10pm. Definitely, you can’t miss this unforgettable night of music and dance.
📍10 Bayfront Ave, B1-67 The Shoppes, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
15. Unwind at sunset yoga
Why not reconnect with yourself under the open sky in Sentosa this season? Every first Sunday of the month, Sunset Yoga: A Soft Reset will take place with Jodie Ang under the golden glow at Southernmost Point. The 2025 dates are September 7, October 5, November 2, and December 7. The session features soothing instruments, connected headsets, and stunning moments from 5.30pm to 7pm. Prices begin at $15.
📍Southernmost Point, Sentosa, Singapore
16. Wander Sands For Singapore Charity Festival 2025
Marina Bay Sands is set to host the 11th edition of its annual Sands for Singapore Charity Festival between September 5 to 7, 2025 at Event Plaza. From sweet culinary adventures to a Giving Marketplace with 16 non-profit booths, signature restaurants, live shows, interactive games, and more…it’s the ultimate weekend out. It’s free entry and for a good cause!
📍12A Bayfront Avenue, Singapore
17. Start Celebrating Mid-Autumn Festival 2025
Several Mid-Autumn events will kick off this month in honour of Mid-Autumn Festival on October 6. For instance, Gardens By The Bay will run its signature festival will lanterns and light-ups from September 22, as well as Lights By The Lake returning to Jurong Lake Gardens on September 27, alongside other cultural events. Discover the Mid-Autumn Festival 2025 events.
18. Get in the Halloween mood at Resorts World Sentosa
Halloween returns to Resorts World Sentosa in late September until early November 2025. There will be a range of family-friendly Halloween activities throughout the park. From trick-or-treats at Universal Studios, to a spooky Sesame Street, Halloween themed food, meet-and-greets with illuminated Minion Monsters, Kevin Dracula, Margo the Witch, and more…you’ll be spoilt for choice. Plus, there’s plenty of adrenaline-fueled rides and attractions to keep you entertained in the theme park.
📍8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
19. Do school holiday activities with the kids
Lucky for you, we’ve curated a large list of activities to keep kids calm and your mind stress free over the school holidays for all budgets. One highlight is the Disney Jr. Live On Tour musical show taking place from September 5 to 7, 2025. Discover the best things to do with kids from our list.
20. Be enchanted 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. Here are our favourite Candlelight concerts taking place in the city during September. Get the list.
21. Boogie at a silent disco
On September 27, Marina Bay Sands returns with its iconic Silent Disco atop SkyPark Observation Deck on Level 56. Enjoy an electric rooftop party with wireless LED-lit headphones in an elevated open-air setting. Definitely, one of the best things to do for music lovers this month!
📍Level 56, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
22. Enjoy family-friendly activities at the Great Picnic Hangout
The Great Picnic Hangout, returns to Level 1 Great World Atrium, for the full month of September 2025. Families can enjoy a range of activities and entertainment. The event features giant picnic-themed inflatables, whimsical Teacup rides, daily FREE movie screenings, live shows, interactive workshops, creative sessions, and much more. Plus, visitors can indulge on popular foods from pop-up booths.
📍Level 1 Great World Atrium, Singapore
23. Escape to Desaru Coast for a unique festival
A groovy family-friendly festival will be held in Desaru Coast, just 90 minutes from Singapore, from September 12 to 14. The Ombak Festival celebrates the coastal lifestyle blending art, food, music, and fun – making it an exciting weekend getaway this September 2025. Lineup highlights include Grammy-winner Nile Rodgers & CHIC, Grace Jones, Joe Flizzow, to name a few. Find out what to expect here.
📍Desaru Coast, Malaysia
24. Get a taste of Bavarian culture
Oktoberfest 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. Keep an eye on our page for events.
25. Get spooked at Halloween Horror Nights 13
Resorts World Sentosa is set to host Halloween Horror Nights 2025 from September 27 to November 1. Guests will be taken into a mind-wrapping dread of The Unruly Immortals. It features terrifying haunted houses, scare zones, and immersive horror experiences to depict the Thai horror cinema experience.
📍Universal Studios Singapore, 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
26. Laugh out loud with Singapore’s only female comedian
The talented Singaporean Laura Quinn Goh, who is based in London, returns to Singapore for one-night-only on September 10 at 8pm. Her show You, Me & Your Prison Officer takes place at The Lemon Stand. Expect darkly humorous and a deeply personal exploration of love, loss, and resilience, from Singapore’s only female standup comedian. Get tickets.
📍The Lemon Stand, 12 Queen St, #01-02, Singapore
27. Celebrate 10 years of Singing Singapore
The Voices of Singapore (VOS) Festival, is the largest non-competitive choral festival, running from September 6 to 10, 2025. It features more than 80 programmes including concerts, galas, outdoor shows, masterclasses, workshops, and more fun across different venues.
28. Go to the first-ever Design Edition of Singapore River Festival
Singapore River Festival returns for 10 days from September 12 to 21, 2025. Step into a living dreamscape of light, creativity, and community at the first-ever Design Edition. Attendees can meet local creators, experience the River of Dreams (a moving riverside theatre show), enjoy immersive experiences like the Symphony of Lights, hop on cruises along the river, and much more.
📍Boat Quay, Clarke Quay & Robertson Quay, Singapore
29. Enjoy Hungry Ghost Festival offerings
Until September 6, 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.
30. Kick back at a cool 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. Definitely, one of the best things to do this September 2025 for music lovers. Get the details.
📍32 Beach Rd, Singapore 189764
31. Write messages on an interactive rink
TeamLab’s Digital Light Canvas attraction at Marina Bay Sands features a 15-metre circular light rink under a 14-metre-tall light sculpture. The installation allows visitors to interact with digital artworks that change to real time based on movements. From 3D digital fireworks to flocks of birds zooming around…it’s a captivating experience for all ages. Get tickets.
📍2 Bayfront Avenue, B2-50, Singapore 018972
32. Go on an AI journey to Singapore’s future
One of the best new attractions in the city is the SG60 Heart & Soul Experience. It’s set to run from August 26 to December 31 at Orchard Library (Level 3 & 4). It features a rich, immersive, exhibition that uses generative AI to create personalised journeys for visitors. Guests go through Singapore’s past, present, and future using interactive storytelling, multi-sensory spaces, a digital librarian, and more. It’s like a step into the future! And the best part is that it’s FREE.
📍Level 3 & 4, Orchard Library, Orchard Road, Singapore
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33. Marvel at a new exhibition
There’s a host of exciting exhibitions to marvel at in Singapore this season. For instance, you can explore 700-years of Singapore’s history and its connection to the ocean in Singapore Odyssea, or jump onto ball pits at the Balloon Museum, or see the debut of Talking Objects at SAM from September 12, to name a few. Discover the best exhibitions to visit in Singapore this season.
34. Uncover Singapore’s best secret places
We’ve already listed a range of hidden secret places to visit in Singapore. Be sure to bring your camera for the occasion.
35. Go for a rooftop drink
Indulge in a cheeky cocktail against the backdrop of the stunning Singapore skyline this weekend. Why not sip a cocktail at one of the best rooftop bars in Singapore, otherwise enjoy a delicious meal at nightfall at a sensational rooftop dining restaurant. The choice is yours!
36. Hide away in a secret bar
Looking for a cool place to slow down, hide away from the rain and celebrate life? Well, there’s dozens of secret bars in Singapore offering a one-of-a-kind hospitality experience. From creative new speakeasies like Synthesis, quirky bars concealed behind vending machines, and secret doorways to other worlds…you’ll be spoilt for options. Find the perfect secret bar to relax at this weekend.
37. 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.
38. Spend the day on Sentosa Island
Why not spend a day on Sentosa Island tackling all its thrilling attractions before relaxing on the serene beaches? The prime leisure resort offers exciting activities from Asia’s first gamified indoor karting experience to underwater wonders at S.E.A and adrenaline-pumping theme park rides at Universal Studios, to name a few. Get our Sentosa Island guide here.
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