If you’re looking for something to do this weekend in Singapore, the Peranakan Museum has the perfect answer. The Peacock Power Weekend Festival: Feathers & Fanfare! runs on 6 and 7 June 2026, and admission to the exhibition and most festival programmes is free.
Inspired by the museum’s ongoing special exhibition Peacock Power: Beauty and Symbolism Across Cultures, the festival brings together a vibrant mix of performances, talks, workshops, storytelling sessions and family-friendly activities — all celebrating the enduring beauty and cultural significance of the peacock.
What to Expect at the Festival
Reog Ponorogo and Wayang Krucil Performance
One of the weekend’s most spectacular highlights is the Reog Ponorogo and Wayang Krucil Performance by Pesona Nusantara, featuring the iconic Dadak Merak — a towering lion-peacock mask weighing up to 50 kilograms — alongside a rare wooden puppet theatre performance from Java. This is a genuine once-in-a-while opportunity to witness one of Indonesia’s most dramatic traditional art forms in Singapore.
Pride of the Peacock! Interactive Family Theatre
Families with young children should head to Level 2 for Pride of the Peacock!, an interactive in-gallery theatrical experience that takes visitors on a journey through the exhibition alongside Pat the Peacock and his friend Lilly. It’s designed to be engaging for younger visitors while still being meaningful for adults.
Peranakan Association Singapore Programmes
The Peranakan Association Singapore has collaborated on a rich array of community programmes across the weekend. These include sharing sessions on the kebaya and Peranakan beadwork, guided tours exploring the peacock in Peranakan culture, live performances and hands-on craft activities. There’s also a museum-wide Peacock Passport giveaway running across the weekend.
Curator Tours and Cultural Talks
For those who want to deepen their understanding of the exhibition, curator-led tours offer fascinating insight into how the peacock has been perceived and celebrated across cultures — from Peranakan heritage to South and Southeast Asian traditions. Keep an eye on the museum’s programme schedule for timings.
Practical Information
- Dates: 6–7 June 2026 (this weekend!)
- Venue: Peranakan Museum, 39 Armenian Street, Singapore 179941
- Admission: Free for the exhibition and most festival programmes
- Getting there: Nearest MRT is City Hall (East-West / North-South lines), about a 10-minute walk via Armenian Street
Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast of Peranakan culture or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend the weekend, the Peacock Power Weekend Festival promises a rich mix of art, culture and community. Best of all, it won’t cost a thing to attend the core programmes. Check out the Peranakan Museum website for the full programme schedule.
