Your guide to the best things to do in Singapore this weekend. Image: Little Big Red Dot.
Looking for something to do this weekend? Singapore's 25–26 April 2026 calendar is absolutely packed, with everything from immersive art experiences and outdoor markets to meteor showers and chocolate tunnels. Whether you want to impress a date, keep the kids entertained, or simply fill a lazy Saturday afternoon, here's our hand-picked guide to the 10 best things to do in Singapore this weekend — and most of them are either free or very affordable.
1. Public Garden Market @ Suntec Convention Hall
The much-loved Public Garden returns to Suntec Convention Hall on 25 and 26 April 2026. It is arguably Singapore's best independent design market, bringing together more than 100 curated Southeast Asian designers, artists, bakers and brands under one roof.
Expect handmade ceramics, botanical accessories, zines, small-batch coffee, leather goods and an incredible selection of quirky stationery. Entry is free and the market runs from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM on both days. Bring a tote bag — you will need it.
Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593
Nearest MRT: Esplanade (CC3) or Promenade (CC4/DT15)
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2. Van Gogh Inside 2026: Love, Vincent
Parkview Square transforms into one giant, swirling, sunflower-soaked love letter from 25 April to 31 May 2026. The "Love, Vincent" edition of Van Gogh Inside focuses on the painter's letters to his brother Theo, pairing some of his most famous works with projected handwritten notes and immersive room-scale animations.
Tickets start from S$28 per adult. Opening hours are 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. If you have only seen Van Gogh on a postcard, this is a chance to walk through his imagination.
Venue: Parkview Square, 600 North Bridge Road, Singapore 188778
Nearest MRT: Bugis (EW12/DT14)
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3. Blooming Imagination by Janice Wong @ Paragon
Celebrity chocolatier Janice Wong has built an 18-square-metre tunnel made from 800 kilograms of real chocolate inside Paragon. Yes, you read that right. The tunnel is an edible, floral-inspired art installation that fills the mall with the scent of cocoa from the moment you step through the door.
Entry to the tunnel is free. Pair it with a meal at one of Paragon's restaurants and you have a half-day out sorted.
Venue: Paragon, 290 Orchard Road, Singapore 238859
Nearest MRT: Orchard (NS22/TE14)
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4. Roald Dahl's The BFG @ Esplanade Theatre
The big friendly giant storms the Esplanade from 22 April to 9 May 2026. This theatrical adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic is aimed at ages 6 and up but will absolutely charm adults too. If the kids have been glued to a tablet all school term, this is your antidote.
Tickets via SISTIC; check show times as several matinee slots are already selling out.
Venue: Esplanade Theatre, 1 Esplanade Drive, Singapore 038981
Nearest MRT: Esplanade (CC3) or City Hall (EW13/NS25)
5. Catch the Lyrids Meteor Shower
This is the weekend to look up. The Lyrids meteor shower is peaking and continues to streak across Singapore's skies until 26 April 2026. While light pollution means city dwellers will not see hundreds of meteors an hour, heading to a darker spot like Changi Beach, Seletar Reservoir or the southern end of Pulau Ubin can still yield a few impressive "shooting stars" per hour after midnight.
6. 555 Mart at Heartware Store & Gallery
Bangkok-based illustrator Nene has brought her first-ever solo overseas exhibition to Singapore. "555 Mart" transforms the gallery into a kitschy Thai convenience store filled with her ballpoint-pen and risograph artworks. It is free to enter and extremely Instagrammable.
If you loved the Thai pop culture wave that swept Singapore over the past two years, this one is a must.
7. Royal Caribbean x Chan Brothers Roadshow @ Marina Square
If you are eyeing a cruise, the Royal Caribbean x Chan Brothers Worldwide Cruise Centre Roadshow is happening at Marina Square Level 2 Central Court from 23 to 26 April 2026, 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Cruise lines typically offer their best deals at roadshows — think free upgrades, onboard credits, and kids-sail-free promotions.
Venue: Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594
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8. Outdoor Venture Warehouse Sale (Up to 70% Off)
Camping gear, hiking boots, dry bags and outdoor apparel at up to 70% off — the Outdoor Venture warehouse sale is on 23 to 26 April 2026. Great timing if you are planning a Pulau Ubin overnight or a Japan hiking holiday later in the year. Cash, NETS and major cards accepted.
9. BeautyFresh Beauty Bazaar
BeautyFresh returns with its popular Beauty Bazaar from 23 to 26 April 2026 at an expanded venue. Expect deep discounts on skincare, fragrance, hair and wellness brands that rarely go on sale, plus complimentary mini-facials and expert consultations.
10. Jack's Place $6 Lunch Deal at Toa Payoh
It is not every day you can sit down to a restaurant meal for $6 in Singapore. To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Jack's Place is running a one-day $6 anniversary lunch at its Toa Payoh outlet on 23 April 2026. If you miss it, keep an eye on Jack's Place socials — they tend to roll out similar deals across other outlets through the year.
Bonus: Family-Friendly Picks
- Gardens by the Bay — Always free to roam outdoors, and the Cloud Forest's seasonal installations usually rotate at the end of April.
- Science Centre Singapore — Check the current exhibition line-up; weekend crowd is usually tolerable if you arrive right at opening.
- Haw Par Villa — Free entry and quirky Singaporean history; perfect for curious kids on a rainy-ish afternoon.
Planning Your Weekend
Here is a rough game plan if you want to hit three of the above in one day: start at Paragon for the chocolate tunnel (morning, before the crowds), MRT to Promenade for Public Garden Market (lunch + shopping), then dinner around Esplanade and catch The BFG or head to a rooftop bar for the Lyrids meteor shower after midnight. That's a very Singaporean weekend done right.
For more curated weekend guides, browse our Things to Do section or our What's Happening column for the latest Singapore events every week.
