Things to do in Singapore this week: 25 to 31 May

May is one of those months in Singapore where there always seems to be something happening just around the corner.

At the heart of it all is Mother’s Day, and this May, the city’s restaurants, cafes, and experience spaces have gone all out. Whether your mum is the type who loves a lavish multi-course brunch, a relaxed afternoon tea, or something a little more unexpected, there’s no shortage of ways to make the day feel truly thoughtful. Beyond that, May stretches out into a month of weekend festivals brimming with food, music, and local talent; intimate pop-ups where you might just find your new favourite brand or hidden gem, and evening events that give you a proper reason to step out and stay out.

That being said, whether you’re planning ahead for your Mother’s Day celebrations or looking for a last-minute reason to get out of the house, consider this your go-to guide for the best things to do in Singapore this May.

NEW: Milli (31 May) 

There’s something new in store at the National Gallery of Singapore. This weekend, on 31st May, Milli, a new double‑storey dining and nightlife destination, will be opening its doors to the public. The venue reunites heavyweights from Bae’s Cocktail Club, LG Han of Labyrinth (1 Michelin Star; #40 Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026) and Vijay Mudaliar of Native (#45 Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025) to reimagine Singaporean hospitality. Drawing on familiar flavours, sounds and energy across generations, Milli splits its offer across two distinct levels: Sky Dining & Bar, which is an intimate rooftop for forward‑looking Singaporean cuisine and cocktails against the city skyline, and the Lounge, a high‑energy, music‑driven club where nostalgia is remixed for the present. 

Milli is located at Level 5 & 6, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957

Nutmeg Cocktail Fiesta (24 to 31 May) 

Nutmeg & Clove is celebrating its 12th anniversary with a bang this year and guests can look forward to week-long activations that will run from 24 to 31 May. The festival hosts 14 guest bartenders from Rome, New York, Washington D.C., Mexico City, Sao Paulo and Singapore, presenting collaborative cocktail menus, regional food pairings and cross‑cultural bartending exchanges. Some of the highlights include the Rome Edition (24 May) with Drink Kong and Freni e Frizioni, the United States Edition (26 May) from Overstory and Service Bar, the Latin Edition (28 May) featuring Licorería Limantour and Hanky Panky, and an Asia Family Feast (31 May) with regional talents, wok‑fired dishes and a live DJ.

Nutmeg Cocktail Fiesta is located at Nutmeg & Clove, 8 Purvis St, Singapore 188587

Monkey Old Fashioned Month (now till 30 June)

As we mark the halfway point of the year, we’re raising a toast with Monkey Old Fashioned Month, which is running from now till 30th of June. Around the city, partner bars like Night Hawk, Origin Bar and KOSSA are serving bold, flavour‑forward spins on the classic, each with its own personality and tasting profile. The fun continues at the Singapore Cocktail Crossover Festival (13 to 14 June) with a Neon Pigeon collaboration, and selected retailers offer Monkey Lazy Old Fashioned QR codes so you can mix the twists at home. It’s perfect, especially if you’re looking for after‑work drinks or a night out in the city with friends.

Monkey Old Fashioned Month is located at various locations around Singapore including Night Hawk, Origin Bar and KOSSA. 

Earthopia Fest (29 to 31 May) 

Earthopia Fest returns 29 to 31 May 2026 at Fort Canning Green this weekend. For the unacquainted, the vibrant, youth‑led sustainability festival swaps jargon for hands‑on encounters. Think – immersive performances and recycled‑art installations to film screenings, wellness sessions and practical workshops that turn curiosity into action. AT the event, you’ll get to explore the eco marketplace firsthand, where you’ll find sustainable brands, peek into the Earthling Exchange for startup showcases, and explore circular fashion pop‑ups and conscious food stalls that make green living feel joyful rather than punitive.

Earthopia Fest is located at Fort Canning Green @ Fort Canning Park (Near SMU)

BEAMS Opening at New Bahru (from 22 May) 

Japanese lifestyle brand BEAMS, which launched in Harajuku in 1976, is opening a new store at New Bahru. With more than 150 locations around the world, the ground-floor pop-up in Singapore will feature curated selections from BEAMS’ signature labels, including the flagship line, women’s label, and lifestyle brand. The store will also include a rotating space that showcases different BEAMS portfolio labels for limited periods, plus exclusive Singapore-only items available that you can’t find anywhere else. But if time doesn’t permit and you’re looking to shop online, guests can also check out the brand’s official online store, which will now be serving customers both in Singapore and Thailand. 

BEAMS Singapore is located at New Bahru Factory Block, 58 Kim Yam Road, Level 1

Charlie And The Chocolate Factory The Musical (19 May to 14 June) 

If you grew up reading Roald Dahl, chances are Charlie and the Chocolate Factory holds a special place in your heart. Now, the beloved tale is getting the full musical treatment with the debut of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory in Singapore. 

For those who need a quick refresher: the story follows young Charlie Bucket, who stumbles upon a golden ticket to Willy Wonka’s legendary chocolate factory. Along with a handful of other lucky winners, he steps through those famous gates expecting nothing more than candy and wonder. What he gets instead? An extraordinary adventure packed with unexpected twists, fantastical creations, and buckets of pure imagination.

This musical adaptation features music by Marc Shaiman, lyrics by Shaiman and Scott Wittman, and a book by David Greig. You’ll get to relive iconic songs from the original film, plus brand-new numbers crafted by the award-winning songwriting duo behind Hairspray. I

Charlie And The Chocolate Factory The Musical is located at the Sands Theatre

Polo Ralph Lauren Polo Play Pop-up (8 to 29 May) 

Polo Ralph Lauren has just launched its Polo Play pop-up at Jewel Changi. For the ones looking to update their summer wardrobe, the pop-up that’s running from 8 to 29 May, will see the brand’s latest Spring 2026 edit. Think energising hues — blue, green, orange and pink — plus tactile touches like raffia and suede, and the signature contrasting stamp logo for a modern-meets-classic finish. As part of the ongoing event, guests will also get to grab up to six complimentary Polo Play stickers, snap photos at the photobooth, and score a live fashion illustration with any Polo Play bag purchase (weekends, 2 to 7pm).

Polo Ralph Lauren Polo Play Pop-up is located at Level 1, Jewel Changi

For a full list of events happening across the island, visit their website here. 

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue (24 April to 13 September)

If you or your kids are obsessed with Minecraft, this one’s for you. Making its Asia debut at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue runs from 24 April to 13 September 2026 at the Green Canvas, turning the blocky world into a real-life adventure. The one-hour, story-driven quest takes you through eight interactive rooms, where you can explore, craft and collaborate on a quest to save a village under siege from zombies. Designed for the young (and young at heart), this new activity at Mandai blends action and creativity, and is perfect if you’re a longtime fan or even a total newbie.

Minecraft Experience: Villager Rescue is located at Green Canvas at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve

DIMOO The Secret Theatre Club POP-Up Store (10 April to 7 June) 

If you’ve ever fallen down the rabbit hole of POP MART collectibles, this one’s for you. The brand is bringing the whimsical world of DIMOO to Plaza Singapura with its new DIMOO The Secret Theatre Club pop-up, running from 10 April to 7 June 2026.

Located at the mall’s Level 1 Outdoor Plaza, the space feels less like a store and more like stepping into DIMOO’s imagination. Inspired by a theatrical, storybook world, the pop-up invites fans into an immersive setting where DIMOO and his troupe take centre stage, complete with playful visuals and plenty of photo-worthy moments.

On the shelves, you’ll find the latest pieces like the DIMOO The Secret Theatre Club Series Vinyl Plush Pendant Blind Box and Earphone Case Blind Box, alongside a curated mix of collectibles that lean into the fantasy-meets-performance theme.

To mark the opening, shoppers who spend at least $68 in a single receipt from 10 to 26 April will receive a DIMOO The Secret Theatre Club postcard set and sticker sheet, while stocks last.

The DIMOO The Secret Theatre Club Pop-Up Store is located at Plaza Singapura Level 1 Outdoor Plaza

PAST EVENTS

Calvin Klein x Jung Kook: CKJK Pop-up (20 to 24 May) 

BTS Jung Kook’s debut fashion collaboration with Calvin Klein has finally arrived, and Singapore gets an exclusive pop-up experience. The CKJK collection which has been teased online by the brand over the last few days will finally be launching globally on May 20, but you can shop it in person at ION Orchard’s Level 1 Atrium from 20 to 24 May. This marks Jung Kook’s first venture into fashion design, so it’s kind of a big deal. Fair warning: pre-registration is strongly recommended to skip the inevitable queues of ARMY fans. Walk-ins are discouraged, so book your slot in advance if you want to experience the hype firsthand.

Calvin Klein x Jung Kook: CKJK Pop-up is located at Level 1 Atrium, ION Orchard

Furkids Fiesta (15 to 17 May, 22 to 23 May) 

This one’s for the pawrents. Happening over two weekends (15 to 17 May, 22 to 23 May), CQ @ Clarke Quay will be hosting FurKids Fiesta – a festival perfect for your little furry ones to enjoy. At the event, you’ll get to have a first look at the long-awaited adidas Pet Collection launch so you can dress your pets in cute fits, as well as playful activations a pet playground at the Fountain Square where you can enjoy more retail pet-therapy, a doggie sound bath, puppatini bar, pet boat rides, and the adidas Rescue Runway — a feel-good fashion showcase supporting rescue animals. 

Furkids Fiesta is located at CQ @ Clarke Quay Fountain Square, 3 River Valley Rd, Singapore 179024

Singapore HeritageFest (1 to 24 May) 

Singapore’s maritime story takes centre stage this May as the Singapore HeritageFest returns from May 1 to 24. This year’s theme explores our island’s deep connection to the sea and how our waterways shaped us into a global maritime hub.

With over 100 programmes islandwide, you can expect cultural performances, guided heritage trails, unique water and land tours, workshops, and exhibitions. HeritageSG is leading the charge for the first time, partnering with more than 100 community groups to uncover fascinating stories about trade, migration, and naval history that built modern Singapore. Some of these events include Wave & Rave at RASA Space, a party dishing out tunes that are inspired by the diverse cultures that shaped our island and its seafaring past; SHIPPED: Memoirs from Our Maritime World by ArCH Square, a special showcase of maritime archaeology; and Port of Dreams, a roving theatrical experience set against the backdrop of The Fullerton Bay Hotel and historic Clifford Pier. 

For a full list of events happening across the island, visit their website here. 

Singapore HeritageFest spans multiple venues across Singapore

Boutiques Singapore: The Spring Summer Edition 2026 (15 to 17 May) 

Boutiques Singapore is back with its Spring Summer Edition from 15 to 17 May. As part of this edition, you can expect more than 300 brands (including a record crop of regional cult favourites making their Singapore debut), a strong showing from homegrown designers, and plenty of first-to-market finds across fashion, beauty, home and food. More than a market, there will be new updates to this edition, including a new Garage Café bar concept, refreshed music and arts lounges, and immersive experiential corners that make browsing feel like a mini festival. 

Boutiques Singapore: The Spring Summer Edition 2026 is located at F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975

Me-You Market (16 to 17 May) 

Me-You Market is back. For its 10th edition, the beloved curated market has pulled together close to 100 brands from Singapore and across Southeast Asia, spanning retail and F&B. Ranging from local to international brands, you can expect apparel, trendy accessories, curated fragrances, colourful stationery, and loads more — all under one roof. 

Familiar regional favourites like Bambina and Oh Dayang from Malaysia return alongside local fashion labels. And for those shopping with a cause, Girl Guides Singapore will be selling its classic cookie flavours, with proceeds going towards programmes that empower girls and young women. 

Bringing kids along? There are child-minding services and activities to keep little ones occupied so you can browse in peace, plus designated stroller parking spaces. 

Me-You Market is located at Suntec Convention Hall 403

Heineken Afterwork Pop-Up (7 to 16 May) 

Nothing beats a cold pint after a long day at work, and this May, you can do just that at the Heineken Afterwork Pop-up. From May 7 to 16, this public event at 36 Keong Saik Road promises an epic evening of culinary and beer adventures. 

Chef Justin Hammond from Club Street Laundry and award-winning mixologist June Baek from Hup San Social Club will curate delicious food and beer pairings that’ll elevate your post-work experience. Here, you’ll also get to unleash your creative side in their interactive zone, where you can try graffiti painting and create a personalised collage through cutting, layering, and printing your own unique masterpiece.

On top of that, there’s also a space called the Pourfection Lounge, where you’ll get to learn the art of the perfect 5-step Heineken pour and take home a StarMark Glass. Pro tip: Entry is free, but you’ll want to secure your spot online through Klook to guarantee your place at this event.

Heineken Afterwork Pop-Up is located at 36 Keong Saik Road.

Ray-Ban Meta Pop-Up (6 to 17 May)

If you haven’t already heard, Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta AI glasses are now available in Singapore. Curious to try on these cool pieces of tech or wondering if you should invest in a pair? Ray-Ban is hosting a pop-up outside Mandarin Gallery from May 6 to 17, where you can get a first look at the full range of Meta glasses.

The collection includes the latest Oakley Meta HSTN, Oakley Meta Vanguard, Ray-Ban Blayzer Optics (Gen 2), and Ray-Ban Scriber Optics (Gen 2), plus the existing Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer, Skyler, and Headliner styles. As a pop-up exclusive, you can even get your case engraved when you purchase a pair.

Ray-Ban Meta Pop-Up is located outside Mandarin Gallery on Orchard Road

Stanley 1913 x JENNIE pop-up (2 to 11 May)

Stanley 1913 is officially bringing its highly anticipated JENNIE collaboration to Singapore this May.

For the uninitiated, the stylish capsule features the brand’s signature Quencher Luxe Tumbler and All Day Slim Luxe Bottle, both sporting JENNIE’s bold aesthetic. The signature Quencher showcases collectable charms inspired by the BLACKPINK star, including her exclusive NINIBARA capybara design, while the Slim Luxe bottle sports sleek floral accents and the singer’s signature.

From 2nd May to 11th May, Singapore’s Chamber will host an immersive pop-up experience where shoppers can be among the first to shop the new collection. The space will be transformed to channel JENNIE’s modern, expressive style, complete with exclusive JENNIE-themed drinks and interactive keychain personalisation stations. As a matter of fact, eager fans can even get ahead of the curve by pre-ordering select pieces through Chamber’s website.

Stanley 1913 x JENNIE pop-up is located at Chamber, 435 Orchard Rd, #03-24 to 29 Wisma Atria

New Balance Grey Days Pop-Up (8 to 10 May) 

It’s that time of year again – New Balance is back with Grey Days, their annual month-long celebration throughout May that honours the brand’s iconic grey colourway. This year, they’re taking it up a notch with a three-day pop-up at CQ @ Clarke Quay Block B, giving you exclusive first access to the Grey Days 2026 collection.

The new lineup features six stunning lifestyle and performance releases: the FuelCell Rebel v5, 1080v15, ABZORB 2010, ABZORB 2000, ABZORB 5030, and ABZORB 1890. Each pair brings something fresh to the table while staying true to that signature NB aesthetic.

Beyond trying on these new drops in their reimagined space, you can fuel up with a specially curated Grey Days menu by home-based cafe Ground Floor Coffee and capture some serious content at the Instagram-worthy photo spots scattered throughout the pop-up.

New Balance Grey Days Pop-Up is located at CQ @ Clarke Quay Block B

Skechers Warehouse Sale (6 to 10 May) 

Looking for fresh kicks for your next run or something comfy for your hot girl walks? Skechers is bringing back their most anticipated warehouse sale, and honestly, the timing couldn’t be better.

With vacation season around the corner and those long summer days calling your name, it’s the perfect moment to upgrade your shoe game. We’re talking serious comfort for all those adventures you’ve been planning, whether that’s exploring a new city or just surviving a day of errands. And at this warehouse sale, you can enjoy up to 90% off everything. From performance sneakers to those everyday shoes that make you feel put-together without trying too hard, they’ve got options for literally everyone in the family.

Skechers Warehouse Sale is located at Skechers Singapore Warehouse, 45 Ubi Rd 1, Singapore 408696

Spring Weekend Festival (1 to 3 May) 

In a vibrant celebration of food, music, and community, Cosford Container Park is set to host a jam-packed Spring Weekend Festival from May 5-7 to commemorate the grand opening of its highly anticipated new dining destination, YOUNGS Restaurant and Bar.

The three-day festival promises to cater to attendees of all ages and interests, split into two distinct experiences over the course of the weekend. The first two days will be dedicated to family-friendly fun, featuring a lineup of games, live performances, and outdoor movie screenings for the young and young-at-heart. Thrill-seekers, on the other hand, can look forward to challenges like a treasure hunt around the park grounds, a talent show spotlight, and even competitive events like arm-wrestling and tug-of-war.

But the real highlight arrives on the final day (May 3), as Cosford Container Park transforms into a must-visit destination for devoted BTS fans. This ARMY-centric celebration will be packed with immersive experiences catered to the global K-pop phenomenon, including BTS-themed trivia, a market and trading zone where you can get your hands on exclusive fan-made goods, and photo zones. Attendees can also look forward to concert screenings of BTS’ Arirang World Tour from their Tokyo and Goyang concerts, leading up to the group’s highly anticipated Singapore stop later this year.

The Spring Weekend Festival is located at Cosford Container Park, 30 Cosford Road, Singapore 499550

New Balance 204L pop-ups (now till 30 April) 

If you’ve been eyeing the new 204L, now’s your cue to finally check out. While the silhouette isn’t entirely new per se, the brand has introduced new colourways for you to add to your rotation. As part of its launch, New Balance will be hosting a series of in-store experience across three stores, namely, CHAMBER, New Balance ION Orchard, and New Balance VivoCity, where you can redeem and personalise your own notebook, pick your own NB planter, or curate your own scent pouch – all of which are redeemable with any purchase of the latest 204L sneakers. 

The New Balance 204L pop-up is located at CHAMBER, New Balance ION Orchard, and New Balance VivoCity.

It’s a Capy Celebration (3 April to 3 May) 

If your TikTok feed has been taken over by capybaras, here’s your chance to meet them IRL. River Wonders is celebrating the 100-day milestone of its capybara pup, Ollie, in the month of April with a series of themed activities.

Happening on selected dates from now till 3 May, the Capy Crew Trail invites you to explore the park while learning more about these famously chill creatures. Pick up a Capy Trail Fan Card at the entrance, follow the trail across different stations, and uncover fun facts about their social habits, quirks and care routines. Complete the trail and you’ll even score an exclusive capybara-themed handphone strap.

While you’re there, head to Amazonia Encounters to catch the capybaras during their enrichment sessions, and hear directly from the keepers about how they care for the newest (and arguably cutest) member of the crew.

The Capy Crew Trail is located at River Wonders, 80 Mandai Lake Road