Things to do in Singapore this weekend: 20 to 22 October

By Shazrina Shamsudin - 20 Oct 2023

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Looking for a quick respite? You'll find a serene rooftop poolside paradise at El Chido over at the new Pullman Singapore Hill Street. Inspired by Mexico, the new space boasts an infinity pool with a stunning city skyline view, a vibrant bar, Mexican dishes, and libations. Not to mention, there will also be seasonal poolside parties with DJ Dispensary, bringing Latino beats and lively tunes to the atmosphere.

Alternatively, if you're at Marina Bay Sands on Saturday, be sure to swing by the Convention Centre to witness the action at Under Armour's UA Combine Competition. While registration has closed for the competition, you're still invited to spectate the athletes from various sports and training disciplines who will be competing in eight physical and mental tests, to stand a chance to win cash prizes.

For more ideas on what to do this weekend, keep on scrolling.

Opening of El Chido at Pullman Singapore Hill Street

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Looking for a quick escape from the hustle and bustle of the city? Enter El Chido, the new rooftop poolside paradise in Singapore that you need to check out. Drawing influence from Mexico, the new space features an infinity pool that boasts a picturesque view of the city skyline, a lively bar, a wide array of Mexican dishes, and delicious libations.

To elevate the experience, the bar will also be holding seasonal poolside parties in partnership with DJ Dispensary. Here, you can expect resident DJs to helm the decks and keep the party going with an exciting set boasting Latino beats and sassy tunes.

El Chido is located at 1 Hill St, Pullman Singapore, Singapore 179949

Meditation and Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath with Lululemon: 21 October

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Find your wellbeing this weekend with Lululemon ambassadors Bebe Ding and Naomi Yeo. This one-day-only experience offers meditation and crystal alchemy sound bath sessions, allowing you to recharge, reset, and connect with yourself and the community. Sessions include Meditation by Bebe Ding from 2:00pm to 2:45pm, Meditation and Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath by Bebe Ding and Naomi Yeo from 3:15pm to 4:15pm, and a Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath by Naomi Yeo from 4:45pm to 5:45pm. Entry costs $30 per class, and all proceeds benefit Samaritans of Singapore. Come together, find your wellbeing, and make a positive impact on the community.

Lululemon: Meditation and Crystal Alchemy Sound Bath is located at The Arts House, Blue Room, 1 Old Parliament Lane Singapore 179429

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Singapore Archifest: 29 September to 28 October

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In celebration of the city’s architecture and built environment, Singapore Archifest will be returning this weekend for its 60th anniversary. Taking over the vibrant precinct of Kampong Gelam, the event will see over 80 immersive programmes and experiences to choose from, ranging from a series of hands-on crafting workshops like mosaic masterpieces, and paper cutting to AI art creations and more.

Singapore Archifest is located at Kampong Gelam and other various locations around Singapore

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Under Armour Combine 2023: 21 October

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The day that we’ve all been waiting for is finally here. Under Armour’s highly anticipated UA Combine Competition will be happening this Saturday on the 21st of October at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre. Following a successful debut last year, the competition is regarded as one of the region’s largest fitness competitions. Back for the second year, this year’s edition will see athletes from diverse sports and training disciplines, of which competitors will be testing their limits in a total of eight physical and mental tests devised by Under Armour‘s Global Head of Athlete Performance, Michael Watts, with each test challenging the athlete’s agility, stamina, vertical, power, endurance, strength, speed, and cognition.

Points will be earned for each completed test and athletes will be ranked according to their final result, with medals and cash prizes of S$5,000, S$2500 and S$1000 awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd placed athletes in both the men’s and women’s divisions respectively.

Registration for the competition has closed, but if you’re curious to watch the athletes who are participating, or you’re there to support your friends, you can purchase the tickets on the UA Combine website.

UA Combine is located at Marina Bay Sands Singapore EXPO Hall C, 10 Bayfront Avenue Singapore 018956

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Opening of Rye’s second boutique

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Tucked away in Joo Chiat's heritage district, a 1929 Peranakan shophouse has been carefully transformed into Rye's second boutique, seamlessly merging art, craft, and fashion while honouring the town's coastal history. The interior, skillfully blends textures into the historic space, featuring rustic clay walls, polished metal counter accents, a hand-crafted sun mosaic, and natural stone floor tiles for a tactile experience.

This Joo Chiat boutique exemplifies a collaborative spirit, where past and present artisans have contributed to its unique character. Here, the boutique also showcases design fixtures from skilled contemporary artisans worldwide, including the 'Jak and Ebony' print by Sansoni, a Tekiò horizontal lamp by Anthony Dickens, and a custom rug by local textiles design studio Tanchen, mirroring the earthy tile hues.

Rye is located at 201 Joo Chiat Rd, #01-03, Singapore 427472