Best things to do in Singapore: Nov 21 to 27

Tis’ the season of gift-giving; and if you haven’t started Christmas shopping, there are more than a few places to cross off your gift list.

Plus, they come with food and drinks, so you can always refuel for more shopping ahead. When you are done, support our local filmmakers and fill your heart with music!

Support our homegrown local creatives 

Fancy a way to #supportlocal while shopping for thoughtfully-made Christmas gifts? Head over to Nothing Fancy for a day of shopping, music, food and drinks in the Homegrown community market.

Snag vintage wear and hand-crocheted apparel, or pick out some handmade ceramics, home goods, and jewellery. If all this shopping has left you feeling peckish, fuel up with the assortment of food and drinks – grub, bakes, wine, beer, coffee; you name it.

Homegrown runs Nov 27, 2022, 12pm-6pm at Nothing Fancy, 11 Hamilton Road, Singapore 209182 (enter by the back).

Singapore International Film Festival returns

With an impressive lineup of 101 independent films from 55 countries for its 33rd edition this year, the Singapore International Film Festival is back with a bang. Featuring narratives and experiences from all over the world while fostering a deeper appreciation of cinema, SGIFF sees 23 Singaporean films, of which three will be screened for the first time.

They include Before Life After Death, directed by filmmaker Anshul Tiwari; Boom, directed by film and theatre producer Derrick Chew; and Absent Smile, by visual artists John and Lavender Chang. Visitors can also look forward to Virtual Reality experiences, special presentations, and forums with industry experts. 

Singapore International Film Festival runs Nov 24 – Dec 4, 2002 at various cinemas and locations. Please refer to the festival schedule for details.

A curated Boutique Shopping experience

The timely arrival of Boutique Fairs – The Gifting Edition will undoubtedly help us cross off our holiday shopping list. Look forward to shopping 240 Singapore-based brands across seven rooms, with each featuring different categories of products.

Take a break from shopping with short craft-making and appreciation workshops, or admire the view of Kallang River with cafe fare and sweet treats at BREATHE on L3. When you are there, show your love to the ten emerging designers of The Young Designers Showcase grant as they present their creations.

Boutique Fairs run Nov 25 - Nov 27, 2022 at F1 Pit Building, 1 Republic Boulevard, Singapore 038975. Open Fri & Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 10am-6pm. Entrance is S$6 (includes S$1 booking fee); get your tickets here.

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The hills are alive again

The Sound of Music is yodelling its way back to Singapore with a fresh new production. This time, 16 Singapore-based children will grace the stage as six out of the seven Von Trapp children.

Follow the journey of the Von Trapp family as they find their way back into music and connection with the help of the fun-loving Maria. Don’t miss this multiple award-winning musical filling the halls with classic songs like Do-Re-Mi, So Long, Farewell, and more. 

The Sound of Music runs Nov 22 - Dec 18, 2022 at the Sands Theater, 10 Bayfront Ave, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore 018956. Tickets start from S$78, with various show timings. Get them here.

Christmas Gifts in the East 

People in the East hop over to The Festive Season Popup to take your pick of handcrafted gifts to celebrate the season.

Running over three days, the cosy event features small local businesses with handmade homeware, upcycled jewellery, bespoke preserved floral arrangements, scented products and more. Food and drinks are available onsite so take your time to select the best gifts for your loved ones.

The Festive Season Popup runs Nov 25 - Nov 27, 2022, from 12 pm-7 pm, at 295 Tanjong Katong Road 437078. Entrance is free; register here.

This article was first published in City Nomads.