15 Things To Do In Sept 2020 For Dates With Bae & Outings With Your Friend Squad
“Wake me up when September ends”? Nah, mate. Despite social distancing restrictions being held strongly in place, September 2020 in Singapore is still going to be an exciting month with art exhibitions, a fashion swap, and Mid-Autumn festivities across the island to keep you well-entertained. Mark these down as date and outing ideas and check them off your list one by one!
Read on to find out about the activities and events in September 2020 in Singapore!
#1: Get pensive at art exhibition, An Exercise of Meaning in a Glitch Season
Photo from National Gallery
What’s a glitch season? Apparently, we’re living in one now. As a response to the global pandemic and how the world is dealing with the struggle, An Exercise of Meaning in a Glitch Season explores common human sentiments through various contemporary art pieces.
Photo from National Gallery
Get pensive as you walk through the exhibition featuring vibrant painted fabrics, neon light installations, and videos that will provide good food for thought.
Photo from National Gallery
Find out more here.
Date and time: 4 September 2020 to 21 February 2021
Location: National Gallery Singapore
Price: FREE for Singaporeans and PRs
Website
#2: Experience Anime Fest Asia online with AFA Station
Photo from @__hikarin via Instagram
Cosplayers and anime lovers must be feeling bummed out about all anime conventions being cancelled this year, but at least there’s still the online version of Anime Fest Asia 2020 to look forward to, aka AFA Station.
The virtual event will include guest appearances from international celebrity artistes including Gundam voice actor Chiaki Kobayashi and otaku breakdance group Real Akiba Boyz. There will also be a slew of anime-related goods for sale on the event’s online marketplace, including Bandai toy figurines, prints of your favourite cosplayers, wearables, and more.
Of course, it won’t be quite the same as the original AFA, but this can tide you over for the time being!
Find out more here.
#3: Admire mini themed gardens at GBTB’s new Pocket Gardens Surprise exhibition
Photo from Gardens by the Bay
Gardens by the Bay’s famous Flower Dome is bringing you yet another fresh floral experience with its Pocket Gardens Surprise exhibition, which comprises various mini themed gardens that will be on display for a temporary period of time over the course of the month.
Photo from Gardens by the Bay
With its vibrant colours and giraffe-shaped floral formation, Out of Africa transports you to a safari setting, while the Patio Garden with mini plants like succulents and bonsai will give you inspiration for creating your own green space at home. Modelled after French gardens, the Edible Garden is full of fruits, vegetables and herbs that can be used in cooking.
Photo from Gardens by the Bay
While you’re there, be sure to check out the towering European castle at the main flower field for some romantic photos! This is pretty much the closest we can get to a holiday abroad right now.
Find out more here.
Date: Until 27 September 2020
Location: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Price: From $9 for Singaporean Adults
Website
#4: Tuck into the new Rilakkuma cafe’s adorable themed food items
Photo from Kumoya Singapore
Already visited the Gudetama x Bad Badtz-Maru cafe? Well, here’s another character-themed eatery to add to your list. Kumoya’s second outlet has just opened at Orchard, and they have a year-long collaboration with San-X, starting with the adorable relaxed bear, Rilakkuma.
Photo from Kumoya Singapore
Of course, you can expect plenty of expertly styled mains, drinks, and desserts there - some of which even come with Rilakkuma freebies!
Read our full article on the Rilakkuma cafe here.
#5: Visit Chinatown to view the Mid-Autumn Festival 2020 light-up
Photo from Chinatown Festivals
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival celebrations at Chinatown will be scaled down because of COVID-19, with online lantern designing contests in lieu of big bazaars, lantern walks, and live stage performances.
But that doesn’t mean it’s going to be any less fun. In fact, you can still head down in person to catch the festive light-up with over 700 lanterns and light sculptures, and purchase mooncakes from the stalls in the area. Alternatively, you can watch the light-up ceremony from the comfort of your home as it will be live-streamed online.
P.S.: Check out our articles on Sanrio-themed mooncakes and bubble tea mooncakes which you can buy in Singapore.
Date: 17 September to 16 October 2020
Location: Chinatown
Website
#6: Sip on magical cocktails at The Public Eight
Photo from The Public Eight
Have an enchanting night out at The Public Eight, a hidden bar at the National Gallery which serves up magical glowing cocktails - including a “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired one that comes engulfed in a cloud of edible glitter.
Photo from The Public Eight
It’ll be a huge feast for both the eyes and taste buds no matter which concoction you order here. A perfect spot for a unique date or girls’ night out!
Read our full article on The Public Eight here.
#7: “Adopt” an animal from Wildlife Reserves Singapore and support wildlife conservation
Photo from Wildlife Reserves Singapore
Animal lovers can do their part for ecology by “adopting” an animal friend from Wildlife Reserves Singapore. Pick from 1 of 10 featured animals including Rambo the kangaroo, Pedro the sea lion, and Ah Meng the orangutan who was named after her famous grandmother.
Photo from Wildlife Reserves Singapore
Your contribution will go towards wildlife conservation, rehabilitation, and rescue efforts, and also entitle you to various benefits such as free tickets to the Singapore Zoo, invitations to exclusive WRS events, and other discount vouchers.
Find out more here.
#8: Make edible flower cookies, the new baking trend
Photo from @taramilktea via Instagram
First we had floral walls, now we have edible flower cookies. Though this concept is fairly simple, the florals give the confections an instantly more delicate vibe, making them perfect for girly tea parties at home. They’re really easy to make and the process involves just 4 steps!
Check out the recipe in our article here.
#9: Swap your pre-loved clothes, books, and plants for new ones at #Swap4Earth
Photo from Swap4Earth
If you have neglected clothes, books, and plants lying around the house, consider swapping them with someone else for other items you’ll have better use for. Not only will you get to declutter your room of stuff that you no longer need, you’ll also return home with something new, all while helping to save the environment by minimising wastage of resources.
Sign up for Swapaholic’s various swap events as part of the eco-conscious #Swap4Earth festival this month - the treasures you’ll find might surprise you! Find their various dates and venues here.
Photo from Swap4Earth
That aside, there will be a whole line-up of environmentally sustainable festival events held online this year - from yoga sessions to cooking demos and dialogues on climate change. Check out the full line-up of online events here.
#10: Have scones and coffee at Kreams Krafthouse, an Autumn-themed Korean cafe
Photo from @irenesing_snippetsofmylife and @sgfoodiefam
Missing Korea? Pretend you’re dining in a Korean park at Kreams Krafthouse, a gorgeous Autumn-themed Korean cafe at Tanjong Pagar. On the menu are dalgona coffee and scones in unique flavours such as matcha, sweet potato, and yuzu. Don’t forget to bring your camera for photo opportunities here are aplenty!
Read our full article on Kreams Krafthouse here.
#11: Visit a virtual exhibition by senior Singaporean artists aged 100 and 65
Photo from Ode to Art
Don’t underestimate senior citizens, for some of them have enviable skills hidden up their sleeves. Take 100-year-old Lim Tze Peng and 65-year-old Hong Zhu An, for example. Both are dedicated Singaporean artists who are not only experts at their craft, but have also embraced technology and taken up the challenge of hosting their very first virtual solo exhibitions.
Photo from Ode to Art
Currently, Zhu An’s exhibition, Becoming and Being [蓄] can be viewed via this link. Tze Peng’s A Century of Ink exhibition will be hosted on the Ode To Art website from 28 September onwards.
Date: Becoming and Being: Until 17 September 2020 | A Century of Ink: 28 September to 28 October 2020
Price: FREE
Website
#12: Drink bubble tea out of a quirky dinosaur egg
Photo from @uchalavender via Instagram
Bubble tea stalls are a dime a dozen these days, but Ucha shakes things up by serving your drink to you in a quirky dinosaur egg. You are free to take the egg-shaped bottle home and reuse it as a water bottle or plant holder! It may look small, but can actually hold 500ml of liquid, and you can pick from fruity, milky, or pure tea options.
Read our full article on Ucha’s dinosaur egg bubble tea here.
#13: Get hands-on at The Body Shop’s first sustainable “activist workshop” store
Photo from The Body Shop
The Body Shop has always been about sustainability, and they’ve since opened their very first “activist workshop” store in Singapore to help fuel the causes they’re passionate about.
Photo from The Body Shop
Other than being fitted with environmentally-friendly materials like recycled plastic and reclaimed wood as part of their decor, the store has a recycling station where you can drop off your empty beauty tubes and pots.
Photo from The Body Shop
Apart from that, there’s a water station where you can refill your water bottle, a DIY gifting corner to personalise your own gift packaging with stamps and stickers, as well as an activism bay where you can learn more about how to support various campaigns to help make this world a better place.
Find out more here.
#14: Challenge yourself to a good workout with SKECHERS Virtual Sports Park
Photo from SKECHERS
Marathon and races are out of the question now, but that’s no excuse to sit on your bum. SKECHERS Virtual Sports Park allows you to take up a fitness challenge anytime and anywhere you please, at your own pace, with your choice of either running or cycling.
All you need is a GPS tracking app and $20 for registration fees. Once you sign up online, you can attempt to complete either 25km, 75km, or 150km within 60 days - spread the total distance out over each day of the month and feel your fitness and endurance levels increase over time!
Race entitlements include a SKECHERS race tee, water bottle, and 40% discount voucher for SKECHERS shoes.
Date and time: Until 30 September 2020, 11.59PM (Sign-ups close on 28 September or while stocks last)
Price: $20
Website
#15: Attend a Sanrio Little Twin Stars baking class
Photo from Susanne Ng
It doesn’t matter whether you’re a baking noob or someone who often whips up sweet treats for family and friends. The newly-launched Little Twin Stars chiffon cake online baking classes are designed such that anyone can enjoy them.
Officially licensed by Sanrio and conducted by Susanne Ng, a Singaporean baker who’s famous for her cute character-themed cakes, the class will come with moulds, templates, and unlimited free streaming so you can refer back to it anytime.
Read our full article on the Little Twin Stars baking classes here.
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Text by: GirlStyle SG
