15 New Things To Do In September 2023: New Jeans x LINE FRIENDS, Sanrio Garden Of Lights, POP Toy Show & More
The hottest period of the year may be over as we bid adieu to August, but watch out — the month of September is going to be just as lit and eventful! From sensational shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race WERQ THE WORLD to events sizzling with excitement like the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix races, and chill outing ideas like hitting up the POP Toy Show to gawking at the WOOD MORNING SINGAPORE exhibits, there will be plenty of things to do. Here are 15 fun new activities and events happening in Singapore this September.
#1: Jam out to your favourite pop anthems at the smash-hit &JULIET Musical
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Everyone has heard of Romeo and Juliet, the star-crossed lovers who perish at the hands of ill-fated teenage romance. Now, Broadway's Tony-Nominated musical &JULIET brings a reimagined love story to the stage where our heroine chooses a different fate! Get ready to bop along to your favourite pop anthems like “Since U Been Gone”, “Baby One More Time, “That's The Way It Is”, “Can't Stop the Feeling” and more in this coming-of-age tale about self-discovery and second chances.
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#2: Delve into the artistic process of anime masterpieces like Ghibli, Doraemon and Slam Dunk
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If you're a diehard fan of anime or animation like Ghibli, Doraemon, and Slam Dunk, you'll have to check out this exhibition over at the XM Store! Showcasing manuscripts from well-known Japanese anime series and movies for the first time ever in Singapore, From Sketch to Screen: Japanese Anime Art, and Manuscript Grand Exhibition immerses visitors in tracing the process of creating intricate animations — from the initial sketching stage all the way to the stunning final products that viewers see onscreen.
#3: Give your nights a fresh spin with Monkey Shoulder's 'Nights On Shuffle'
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Do you find your nights out getting repetitive and a little… boring? Or worse, are you and your crew getting too tired and lazy to make your own plans altogether? Monkey Shoulder's 'Nights On Shuffle' is here to save the day and inject a little spontaneity back into your outings!
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All you need to do is round up your party and book one of the available dates — everything else about the night's plans is kept secret up until two days before the event when an invite to the location will be sent to your email inbox. Participants can expect bespoke Monkey Shoulder cocktails, great music all night long, along with fun and cheeky games to enjoy — no matter what the event ends up being. Are you game to give these surprise outings a spin?
#4: Get ready for an evening of thrills at RuPaul’s Drag Race WERQ THE WORLD
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RuPaul’s Drag Race WERQ THE WORLD is coming to Singapore, and you can bet the "biggest, most spectacular drag show on the planet" is going to pull out all the stops to make your night extra exhilarating.
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Headlined by some of the best-known names in drag like Kim Chi, Aquaria, Yvie Oddly, Lady Camden and Bosco, this 90-minute extravaganza of elaborate sets, phenomenal music, fashion and choreography is sure to be a feast for the senses!
#5: Watch the streets get heated at 5 Of A Kind Street Art Festival 2023
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If watching a live dance battle, browsing street art exhibitions, and feasting from food trucks sounds like a fun time to you, then make sure to head over to this year's 5 Of A Kind Street Art Festival!
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Spanning the course of 3 days, the festival celebrates Singapore's vibrant sub-cultures by mashing together street dance, music, urban arts, fashion, and plenty of good food.
#6: Have a roaring good time catching the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix races live
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Whether you're an avid fan of the Grand Prix series or just partake in the exciting atmosphere, watching the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix is certainly a memorable way to spend your weekend. Besides the main event of stunning night racing, the three-day event will see world-class performers like Robbie Williams, Post Malone, Kings of Leon, Jackson Wang and Bibi grace the main stage at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
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The Hospitality Packages are currently running low, but there are still plenty of tickets for the Grandstands as well as Walkabout tickets up for grabs!
#7: Treat your tastebuds to a wide range of handpicked umeshu at the IPPUDO Umeshu Festival
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Whether you're already a pro at telling different types of umeshu apart or have never even tried a bottle before, the IPPUDO Umeshu Festival is a great way to try a huge range of quality umeshu. Back by popular demand for their fourth run in Singapore, this year's festival will span three days and offer 30 types of umeshu handpicked by spirit retailer Umeshuya, all of which guests can try during their tasting! This will be the first time some of these exclusive labels will be available locally, so make sure not to miss out and make your reservation ASAP.
IPPUDO Umeshu Festival Singapore
Date: 7 - 9 September 2023
Time: 5pm onwards (seats available by reservation only)
Location: IPPUDO i12 Katong, 112 East Coast Road, #01-04 Singapore 428802
Price: $23.80 per set (includes 3 types of umeshu, with additional glasses at $8 each)
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#8: Thrift new and secondhand treasures at the “Car Boot for Good” Preloved to Reloved Drive
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Now that we've shopped out of everything from pieces of luggage to hammocks — courtesy of popular flea market experiences like Aperia Mall's The Hammock Market and The Luggage Market series — it's time for car boots to have their time in the limelight! Mitsubishi Electric Asia is hosting a Car Boot for Good preloved to reloved drive, where shoppers can sift through 20 car boots and 20 booths for clothing, books, homeware and more.
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There will also be games to play onsite, where you stand a chance to win Mitsubishi Electric fans and other exciting prizes. Plus, the first 500 to purchase items from event vendors get to redeem free Old Chang Kee snack packs!
#9: Marvel at eco-friendly recycled art installations at Kiehl’s NYC Subway: Trash to Art
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One person's trash is another's treasure, and Kiehl’s NYC Subway: Trash to Art is about to turn everyday waste items like empty containers into art for public enjoyment! Designed with New York City and its subway system as inspiration, these art installations have a big-city, grungy vibe to them. Visitors can also learn more about maintaining the health of their skin using Kiehl's products and sustainability while admiring the structures.
#10: Giggle over naughty art figurines at WOOD MORNING SINGAPORE Exhibition by Juce Gace
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Expose your eyes to some mischievously designed creations at the WOOD MORNING SINGAPORE Exhibition by Juce Gace, a collection of pieces that poke fun with the use of erections! Indeed, the art toys displayed at this exhibit all seem to face a hard problem with morning wood, making for a cheeky collection of satirical art infused with adult humour. This exhibition is also a great chance to view some collaborative pieces between Juce Gace and other artists from around the world.
#11: Check out the first-ever POPMART X Action City POP Toy Show
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POP MART enthusiasts and art toy collectors, mark your calendars for the POP Toy Show (PTS) Singapore 2023 if you haven't already, because not only is it the first time it is hitting our shores — this event will be the first of its kind held outside China!
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The toy show boasts over 7,950 square meters of POP MART, Hot Toys, Medicom BE@RBRICK collectibles and figurines, along with those created by up-and-coming designers from all over the region. Attendees can also meet renowned POP MART designers like Kenny Wong (designer of MOLLY), Pucky (designer of Pucky) and Ayan Deng (designer of Dimoo) in the flesh, as well as participate in autograph and live illustration sessions held by various artists!
#12: Bust a move at CRUST x Wild Pearl at 1-Arden: Race For A Better Earth Community Party
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Got some pent-up energy and nowhere to channel it? Let your hair down for the night at CRUST x Wild Pearl at 1-Arden's underground party in celebration of the F1 season! Party-goers get to have a good time while contributing to a good cause at the same time, as the event highlights the importance of sustainable living with its eco-friendly touches.
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The craft beer and cocktail menu is designed in collaboration with 1-Arden and Ben & Jerry’s, featuring special drinks with repurposed ingredients from the venue's rooftop garden. What's more, attendees can expect local DJs at the venue spinning tracks in Wild Pearl's solar-powered DJ booth and a special Nostalgic Mini Treasure Hunt in the rooftop garden where players can win free drinks upon finding hidden race car toys!
#13: Visit the new Prada Beauty boutique over at VivoCity
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Prada Beauty has opened a brand-new boutique at VivoCity, and you can now browse and try out the brand's most well-known fragrances all in one place! The store's chic light green interiors feature popular perfumes like the iconic Prada Paradoxe, alongside other popular scents like the Candy and La Femme series. You'll also be able to find scented candles in-store, located among the Les Infusions de Prada display.
#14: Catch your favourite Sanrio characters in the form of light-up installations
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While you're already at VivoCity, why not also drop by the mall's Sky Park for a Sanrio-themed ‘Garden of Lights’? In celebration of the mid-autumn festival, popular Sanrio characters will be featured in giant installations that light up after the sun sets. There are garden themed photo areas, rainbow arches decorated with flower and bow motifs in pastel shades, and the centrepiece: a larger-than-life Hello Kitty perched at the end of the rooftop space.
Sanrio ‘Garden of Lights’ at VivoCity
Date: From 31 August
Location: VivoCity Sky Park, 1 HarbourFront Walk, Singapore 098585
Price: FREE
#15: Pose for some cute photos at the NewJeans X LINE FRIENDS pop-up store
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The popular New Jeans x LINE FRIENDS Pop-up store from Korea is finally coming to Singapore, and we just can't wait to get our hands on all the adorable exclusive merchandise and snap photos at the huge photo areas. Expect to see plenty of Powerpuff Girls-themed decor and merch, as well as anime-style posters and cute ‘Bunini’ plushies that represent the girl group and look so cute — they will have you going OMG!
New Jeans x LINE FRIENDS Pop-up
Date: 15 September - 23 November 2023
Location: Orchard Central, 181 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238896
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