Add To Cal: Your Guide To The Best Singapore Events In 2026

From some of the globe’s most coveted hawker markets, culinary experiences, immersive festivals and religious celebrations, it’s no secret Singapore is like no other in its magic all year long. Whether you’re looking for something to do with the kids during the holidays, a lover of lights, sports or downright incredible architecture, Singapore invites you to immerse yourself in this colourful wonderland where modern delights mix with ancient history.

Now, whoever says Singapore is boring? Pfffooph. You just haven't seen some of these awesome events in 2026 that should not be missed!

January 2026

Botero in Singapore

From 24 January 2026

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Nearly 130 original works by Maestro Fernando Botero are landing at Singapore in a landmark showcase presented by IMBA, jointly presented with the Fernando Botero Foundation.

Known for his instantly recognisable rounded forms, Botero’s work explores power, politics, society and the human condition through scale, satire and quiet provocation. Set within the dramatic surroundings of Gardens by the Bay, the exhibition promises a striking visual dialogue between Botero’s oversized figures and the city’s most iconic landscape.

Rolled out across three formats, the presentation begins outdoors with Garden Grandeur, where six monumental bronze sculptures will be on view at the Silver Garden from 24 January 2026, with a further four sculptures installed at IMBA Theatre. 

Inside IMBA Theatre (West Lawn, next to Bayfront Plaza), the Heart of Volume gallery exhibition opens 13 February 2026, featuring 118 paintings, drawings and indoor sculptures spanning Botero’s 70-year career. 

On 6 March 2026, IMBA will also debut A Life in Fullness, billed as the world’s first immersive Botero experience. It's a 45-minute audiovisual journey narrated by Botero’s eldest son, Fernando Botero Zea. Early Bird tickets for the IMBA Theatre experiences go on sale from 30 January 2026.

Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition

24 January to 15 March 2026

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Singapore is about to blow a collective gasket because the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Total Concentration Exhibition is finally making its debut here—and it’s the only Southeast Asian stop in 2026. Taking over 21,000 sq ft at the former Singapore Sports Hub Library, this mega-scale showcase drops fans smack into the Demon Slayer universe with life-sized sets, multi-sensory scenes and jaw-dropping recreations straight from the anime. Think wandering through Mount Fujikasane’s wisteria fields, stepping inside the Mugen Train carriages, peering into Muzan’s Infinity Castle, and catching a glimpse of the Demon Slayer Corps’ headquarters, complete with Nichirin Swords, profiles and iconic moments that’ll have you rewatching the series the minute you get home. There’s even a dedicated Kimetsu Academy zone, an Entertainment District infiltration experience (Muscle Mice included), and a special mechanism that unleashes the demons at intervals. And yes, ufotable has designed Singapore-exclusive chibi characters, available only at this exhibition. Expect a massive official merch store, timed entry, and three phases of ticketing—including early-bird discounts and family bundles—available only via Pelago and Klook. Advisory 16 rating, but all ages are welcome with parental guidance. Mark the dates, sharpen your Breathing Style, and prepare to lose your mind.

Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie

28 January to June 2026

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Tea takes centre stage at the Asian Civilisations Museum with Garden of Senses: A Tea Reverie, a new sensory-led showcase that invites visitors to slow down and reconnect with one of Asia’s most enduring daily rituals. Presented through a tripartite collaboration between ACM, CHAGEE and the Singapore Tourism Board, the experience explores tea as a deeply human practice that bridges art, culture and everyday life. From sight and scent to sound, touch, taste and thought, the journey unfolds as a mindful walk through how a simple cup of tea can hold meaning across generations and cultures.

Running from 28 January, the showcase is included as part of ACM’s All Access ticket ($12 for Singaporeans and PRs, $25 for tourists), which also grants entry to the museum’s other exhibitions, including Let’s Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games.

Adding a playful retail extension to the experience, CHAGEE will open its ACM store in early February, offering selected beverages alongside ACM-only and Singapore-exclusive merchandise. Collectors will want to look out for the CHAGEE Pony Plushie Charm Bundle ($17.90 with selected drinks), available in two colourways: a light-brown version for all walk-ins, and a blue version exclusive to All Access ticket holders, capped at two per ticket.

Gallop Into Spring At Sentosa Sensoryscape

30 January to 3 March 2026

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Chinese New Year at Sentosa gets a major glow-up in 2026, with Gallop Into Spring transforming Sentosa Sensoryscape into a multi-sensory celebration for the Year of the Fire Horse. For the first time ever, Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse are part of the experience. Running from 30 January to 3 March 2026, this free, island-wide showcase blends Chinese tradition, mythology and playful pop culture into a festive journey inspired by the ancient tale of the Eight Steeds of King Mu.

At the heart of it all is an 8-metre-tall centrepiece, Yanyang, the Celestial Guardian of the horses, flanked by larger-than-life Mickey and Minnie figures and surrounded by immersive installations that engage sight, sound, touch and scent. Expect illuminated lanterns, interactive zodiac elements, tactile displays and projection-mapped features that come alive after dark, with lights switching on nightly from 6.45pm to 9.30pm. Adding to the festive buzz are Lion-on-Poles performances on select dates, walkabout characters, and plenty of photo-worthy moments dotted across the route.

Beyond Sensoryscape, the celebrations spill across the island with Chinese New Year dining specials, pop-ups and exclusive keepsakes, including customisable Disney zodiac-themed nameplates and DIY keychains available at select Sentosa retail spots. 

February 2026

Cirque du Soleil KOOZA

6 February - 29 March

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Cirque du Soleil is finally rolling its Big Top back into Singapore after a seven-year hiatus, and the show making the grand return is KOOZA, one of the troupe’s most electric, acrobatic, mind-bending productions. Landing at Bayfront Event Space from 6 to 22 February 2026, the iconic blue-and-yellow tent will host the full Cirque experience: live orchestra, wild characters, surreal storytelling and those gravity-defying stunts that make you forget to breathe.

KOOZA follows the Innocent, a dreamer pulled into a strange world ruled by the Trickster. Cue vintage circus nostalgia turned technicolour fever dream. Expect tightrope acts that feel illegal, contortionists who defy anatomy, and a clown trio engineered for pure chaos, all backed by a propulsive live score.

Tickets start from $98, with multiple categories plus a VIP Experience ($378) that includes premium seats, a private lounge, gourmet canapés, drinks and exclusive merch. Sales roll out in waves: the waitlist presale opened 26 November, exclusive presale drops 27 November with 15% off, and general sales go live 3 December via Fever and SISTIC with up to 10% early-bird discounts.

With over 8 million spectators globally and sold-out runs across Asia, this is one that will move fast. Consider this your friendly nudge to book before the contortionists do.

After Dark: W Singapore Sentosa Cove’s New Music Series

7 February 2026

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W Singapore at Sentosa Cove is doubling down on its music-first identity with the launch of After Dark, a new late-night series that places international DJs at the heart of its refreshed resort experience. The debut edition lands on 7 February 2026, taking over WOOBAR from 8pm to 2am with a lineup that blends global sounds and local talent in an intimate, underground-leaning setting. Headlining the night is DJ XI (Christi McGarry), whose genre-blurring sets fuse tropical rhythms, punchy basslines and raw city breaks, shaped by her journey from New York to Manila and beyond. She’s joined by Singapore stalwarts Erin Khan, RPDM and Zafirah, each bringing their own take on melodic techno, groove-driven house and high-energy contemporary sounds.

Tickets start at $25 for early birds (including a drink), with walk-ins at $30, while table packages begin at $220 with dining credit included. Designed to unfold naturally into the night, After Dark marks the next chapter in W Singapore’s post-renovation push, activating its spaces through music-led programming that feels equal parts refined and unruly.

Numberblocks, A Family Musical

7 – 8 February 2026

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Beloved kids’ maths series Numberblocks is jumping off the screen and onto the stage for the very first time in Singapore with Numberblocks – A Family Musical, landing at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands on 7 and 8 February 2026. Reimagined from the BBC and CBeebies animated hit (also streaming on Netflix), the live musical brings the colourful number characters to life through interactive storytelling, original songs, dancing, and immersive visuals designed especially for young audiences. Created to blend learning with play, the 70-minute production introduces early numeracy concepts in a lively, accessible way, inviting children to engage directly with the characters through participation-led moments woven into the show.

Produced by BRUSH Theatre in collaboration with Alphablocks Ltd. and Blue Zoo Animation Studio, with original creator Joe Elliot involved in the adaptation, the musical stays true to the educational heart of the series while scaling it up for a theatrical setting. Following a successful world premiere in South Korea, where it ranked number one in ticket sales for children’s and family performances, the Singapore run marks a key stop in its international journey. 

Performances take place across three time slots (11am, 2.30pm and 6pm) on both days, with tickets now on sale via Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC and Klook, including early-bird discounts for a limited period.

The French Excellence Programme: À TABLE!

7 February – 18 April 2026

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Alliance Française de Singapour returns with the sixth edition of its French Excellence Programme, and this year’s theme, À TABLE!, places French wine at the heart of a broader cultural conversation. Running from 7 February to 18 April 2026, the season unfolds as a multi-week celebration of craftsmanship, heritage and sensory pleasure, weaving together wine, music, performance and visual art. Designed as an invitation to slow down and savour, À TABLE! explores how winemaking connects people, places and traditions, while opening up new ways to experience French culture beyond the glass.

At the centre of the programme is a free, multi-sensory exhibition created with the Cité du Vin, guiding visitors through vineyards, terroirs, winemaking techniques and the art of tasting and pairing, with optional guided tours and wine add-ons. Beyond the exhibition, the season expands into ticketed highlights including Reflections in Red, a multidisciplinary performance blending jazz, dance, poetry and live visual art; Introspections, a concert-tasting experience pairing classical piano works with curated wines; and In Vino Veritas, an immersive, room-to-room theatre journey that ends with a guided wine tasting. Art & Bubbles workshops, film screenings and tastings round out the programme, making À TABLE! a layered, leisurely dive into French cultural excellence. 

March 2026

PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure”

11 – 15 March 2026

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Nickelodeon and VStar Entertainment Group in association with Base Entertainment Asia have announced that PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” is heading to Singapore from 11 to 15 March 2026. This action-packed, music-filled production is based on the top-rated animated preschool series PAW Patrol, produced by Spin Master Entertainment.

In PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure,” Mayor Goodway is getting everything shipshape for a big Pirate Day celebration in Adventure Bay. When Cap’n Turbot falls into a dark and mysterious cavern, it’s the PAW Patrol to the rescue! Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye, Rocky and Zuma save Cap'n Turbot and discover a secret pirate treasure map that leads them on an epic adventure. Things get ruff when Mayor Humdinger wants to find the treasure first for Foggy Bottom. The pups need all paws on deck for this pirate adventure. Using their heroic rescue skills, problem solving and teamwork, the pups set sail to save the day.

Tickets are on sale now via Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC and Klook.

A Dream Of Red Mansions Ballet By The National Ballet Of China

12 – 15 March 2026

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Prepare to be swept into a poetic dreamscape as the National Ballet of China brings A Dream of Red Mansions to Singapore’s Esplanade, Theatres on the Bay this March. Presented by JUST LIVE, this exquisite two-act ballet transforms Cao Xueqin’s beloved literary masterpiece into an ethereal performance of love, loss, and longing. 

Led by Executive Director Feng Ying and choreographed by Tong Ruirui, the production fuses classical ballet technique with the elegance of Chinese cultural aesthetics, with every movement, costume, and note forming a living poem on stage. Follow Jia Baoyu’s tender romance with Lin Daiyu as he drifts through a world where memory, desire, and destiny intertwine in breathtaking choreography and evocative music by Ye Xiaogang. 

From sweeping stage design to hauntingly beautiful tableaux, this Singapore premiere is a rare chance to witness one of the world’s premier ballet companies at the height of their artistry. Performances run from 12 to 15 March 2026, with tickets now available via SISTIC here.

Disney On Ice Presents Magic In The Stars Singapore

14 – 22 March 2026

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Get ready, Singapore! Disney On Ice is back with its most spectacular show yet. Magic in the Stars glides into the Singapore Indoor Stadium from 14 to 22 March 2026, bringing together the largest cast of Disney characters ever seen on ice. Expect high-flying acrobatics, cutting-edge special effects, and stunning choreography as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and the gang journey through a galaxy of timeless tales and modern favourites.

This all-new production marks the on-ice debut of Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon, alongside appearances from Frozen 2’s Elsa and Anna (of course), Asha from Wish, and the beloved heroes of Moana, Encanto, Toy Story, and Aladdin. Every scene celebrates courage, dreams, and a touch of Disney wonder, from Moana’s ocean voyage to Tiana’s pursuit of her restaurant dream. Whether you’re bringing the kids or living out your own nostalgia, this is one dazzling show you won’t want to miss. Tickets are available from 25 November 2025.

April 2026

ARTBOX CAMP 2026

3-5 and 10-12 April 2026

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ARTBOX Singapore is back with ARTBOX CAMP 2026, returning to Singapore EXPO with a reimagined concept that turns the festival into a giant creative campground for the region’s boldest makers, thinkers and tinkerers. Taking place across two weekends in April, this edition invites visitors to explore beyond the everyday through a dense mix of art, design, food, lifestyle and culture, anchored by over 250 independent brands, micro-businesses and creators from Singapore and beyond.

A major draw this year is an exclusive creative showcase by Korean design powerhouse Wiggle Wiggle, whose playful, design-forward visual language will ripple across the festival through installations, collaborations and on-ground activations. Beyond shopping and eating, ARTBOX CAMP expands into entertainment and play, with live performances on the ARTBOX Stage, hands-on ARTBOX Kids workshops, a nostalgic ARTBOX Arcade, and a relaxed gaming zone featuring Nintendo Switch experiences.

Kicking things off is ARTBOX Demo Day on 2 April, a dedicated B2B platform connecting entrepreneurs and industry leaders, reinforcing ARTBOX’s role as both a creative marketplace and a meeting point for the region’s next generation.

June 2026

Kumar Got Balls

25 June to 12 July 2026

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Singapore’s undisputed Queen of Comedy returns to the stage with Kumar Got Balls, a brand-new live show that blends stand-up, spectacle and sharp social satire, all timed to land as the world goes football-mad this June. Playing at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands from 25 June to 12 July 2026, the 110-minute production (including a 20-minute intermission) sees Kumar taking aim at life, love and the beautiful game, asking the questions Singapore secretly argues about – from “half-ball, one-ball” confusion to husbands who memorise football stats but forget anniversaries.

Backed by a full ensemble of dancers, elaborate costumes and high-gloss production values, Kumar Got Balls is described as a no-holds-barred extravaganza where sequins, satire and sporting chaos collide. Expect commentary drawn from hawker centre debates, armchair football experts and everyday absurdities, delivered with Kumar’s trademark bite, theatrical flair and unapologetic irreverence. Performances run Wednesday to Friday at 8pm, Saturdays at 4pm and 8pm, and Sundays at 4pm, with ticket prices ranging from $68 to $148 (excluding booking fees). This is big, bold, extra comedy and with injury time included.

July 2026

Slava’s Snowshow

15 to 26 July 2026

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The internationally acclaimed Slava’s Snowshow returns to Singapore for a limited season from July 2026, bringing its signature blend of visual poetry, physical comedy and theatrical spectacle back to Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands. Created by celebrated clown and theatre-maker Slava Polunin, the wordless production has captivated over 12 million audiences worldwide, earning more than 20 international awards including the Olivier Award for Best Entertainment.

The show unfolds as a dreamlike journey led by Polunin’s iconic yellow clown character, Assissai, drawing audiences into a shared world of humour, mischief and wonder. Expect swirling snowstorms, gusts of wind, oversized balloons bouncing through the crowd, and the famous spider-web sequence that spills into the audience itself. Running 110 minutes including intermission, Slava’s Snowshow transcends language and age, offering a rare theatrical experience built on emotion, imagination and collective joy. Tickets are now on sale via Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC and Klook.

October 2026

CATS The Musical Returns To Singapore

October 2026

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One of the most iconic musicals in theatre history is making its long-awaited return. CATS will pounce back into Singapore this October 2026, staging a strictly limited run at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands. Presented by Base Entertainment Asia in association with GWB Entertainment and LW Entertainment, the production marks the musical’s latest local chapter following successful seasons in 2015 and 2019. Based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot, the show unfolds on the night of the Jellicle Ball, where a cast of larger-than-life feline characters compete for rebirth, set against a spectacular junkyard playground.

Ticket access rolls out in phases, with the waitlist open until 8 February 2026, followed by priority access, pre-sale and early-bird offers beginning 9 and 10 February, including discounts across selected platforms. With its legendary score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, including the timeless “Memory”, and a legacy spanning more than 30 countries and 73 million audience members worldwide, this return is set to be one of the biggest theatre moments of the year.

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