’Tis the season to be social! From light-ups to epic countdowns, these are all the places to play and stay in Singapore and beyond this year-end.
’Tis the season to be social! From light-ups to epic countdowns, these are all the places to play and stay in Singapore and beyond this year-end.
DIVE RIGHT INTO THE ACTION IN SINGAPORE…
Singapore Pub Crawl
Date: December 25
Price: $29.90
Time: 7pm
Meeting Point: The Fat Pigeon Statue at UOB Plaza, 80 Raffles Place
Have yourself a merry little pub crawl this Christmas! The folks at Singapore Pub Crawl have organised a Christmas-themed event on the Yuletide day itself that involves hitting up four pubs and one nightclub while caroling your way through Boat Quay. Each stop includes complimentary shots and the best drink deals.
Island Lights
Date: November 16 – December 31
Time: 7pm – 10pm
Location: Palawan Beach, Sentosa
Join Sentosa’s night scene as the
State of Fun lights up the island with day-to-night art installations from local artists. Grab dinner and a drink at a beachside bar, then go for a walk along Palawan Beach to experience the interactive works and quirky art pieces.
Christmas on a Great Street
Date: November 10 - January 1, 2019
Time: 6.30pm – 12 midnight (Sundays to Thursdays), 6.30pm – 2am (Fridays and Saturdays), 6.30pm – 6am (Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve)
Location: Orchard Road
Release your inner child with a different type of party this holiday season. With old friends like Mickey, Minnie, Cinderella and more to get you in the spirit, your year-end is looking pretty magical.
If you haven’t already guessed, Orchard Road’s annual light-up event is Disney- themed this year. It runs from Tanglin Mall to Plaza Singapura, transforming the entire strip into a medley of lights and colours. Head down with your friends and family to have your own Disney Magical (not to mention Insta-worthy) Moments!
Siloso Beach Party
Date: December 31
Time: 6pm – 6am
Location: Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Ticket price: From $48 via PouchNation Online ($108 for VIP package). 15 percent off for Mastercard® cardholders and Sentosa Islander members (terms and conditions apply).
Spend New Year’s Eve at Sentosa’s Siloso Beach and ring in 2019 with your best friends and non-stop music. This iconic party is set to feature a massive foam pool, top DJs, and an unforgettable fireworks show. If you’re feeling extra bougie, treat yourself to the VIP package, which promises exclusive facilities, priority access, and a spectacular view of the fireworks!
Book a Stay at Marina Mandarin Singapore
Date: December 29 – January 1, 2019
Location: Marina Mandarin Singapore
Each year, Marina Bay comes alive on New Year’s Eve with a range of fun activities, including the city’s biggest fireworks show. Get an amazing view of the action from a room at the Marina Mandarin.
OR HEAD TO THESE EPIC FESTIVALS IN ASIA!
Djakarta Warehouse Project X (DWPX)
Date: December 7 – 9
Location: GWK Cultural Park, Bali, Indonesia
Price: Three-day passes start from IDK 1,600,000 (SGD $147)
“Go big or go home” is the only way to describe DWPX’s 10th anniversary party. With heavyweights like The Weeknd, DJ Snake, Major Lazer, and Porter Robinson as headliners, the three-day event is set to be the biggest dance festival in Asia. Spend the rest of your time unwinding on Bali’s beautiful beaches before gearing up for the all-night dance parties.
Sunburn Festival
Date: December 29 – 31
Location: Oxford Golf Resort, Pune, India Price: Tickets start from INR 1,799 (SGD $34)
To say that the Sunburn Festival is huge is an understatement. Comprising 400,000m² of stages, experience zones and flea markets, the dance music festival promises an impressive lineup of both Indian and international artists performing. A two-hour drive from Mumbai, the event is easily accessible and offers camping options and conveniently-located hotels in the surrounding area.
Wonderfruit Festival
Date: December 13 – 16
Location: The Fields at Siam Country Club Pattaya, Thailand
Price: THB 6,500 (SGD $272) for a four-day pass
Sustainability, music, and art intersect at the crossroads for Wonderfruit Festival. With a focus on wellness, family activities, sustainable architectural experiences and diverse music, Thailand’s carbon-neutral, four-day extravaganza is unlike any other event on the planet.
The festival’s fifth installment features an eclectic mix of acts including Margaret Dygas, Nicolas Lutz, Stars and Rabbit and more. This year sees the addition of an interactive VR experience by Marshmallow Laser Feast, where participants put on a wooden headset and venture through a landscape through the eyes of a woodland creature. Partied too hard? Relax and re-energise through a bath ritual or in the Silent Room, where guests can experience total peace and quiet.
Finns New Year’s Music Festival
Date: December 31
Location: Finns Beach Club, Jalan Pantai Berawa, Canggu, Bali
Price: 2-day passes start from IDR 2,400,000 (SGD $220), while single- day passes start from IDR 1,400,000 (SGD $129)
Rally your crew, book your flights to Bali and get ready to dance at this two-day event featuring dance music heavyweights Martin Solveig, Robin Schulz, Clean Bandit and more.
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