Weekend guide (14 to 16 April): Lee Dong Wook fan-meet, Artbox Singapore
It’s going to be a big weekend for fans of Korean hit drama Goblin, with one if its lead actors, Lee Dong Wook, coming to our shores for a fan-meet. And, shopaholics who love flea markets – especially like those found in Thailand – can also brace for the inaugural Artbox Singapore market.
1. Lee Dong Wook ‘For My Dear’ Asia Tour in Singapore
Lee Dong Wook, one of the lead actors from popular Korean drama Goblin, is coming to Singapore this weekend to make fans blush with his Grim Reaper charm. The fan-meet is part of his “For My Dear” Asia tour, and will be for one day only. Here’s hoping that the actual Goblin, Gong Yoo, will make a special appearance, too. Fingers crossed!
When: Saturday, 15 April 2017, 7:30pm to 9:30pm
Where: MasterCard Theatres at MBS
Price: From $138 (All tickets sold out)
2. Artbox Singapore
Fans of one of Bangkok’s most iconic flea markets, Artbox, rejoice! Starting from this weekend, Artbox is coming to Singapore for two weekends. Brought to you by local flea market organiser Fleawhere, shoppers can also expect the signature shipping containers, just like the original Bangkok version.
When: Friday to Sunday, 14 to 16 April and 21 to 23 April, from 3pm to 11pm
Where: Bayfront Event Space
Price: Free
3. Sunrise on the Bandwagon Riverboat
Singapore’s online music publication and popular gig site Bandwagon is bringing back their music-on-a-boat event with a stellar regional line-up, with names such as German DJ Boris Rubin who is now based in Thailand. This is also the first time that Bandwagon is teaming up with local music agency The Council.
When: Friday to Saturday 14 April, 10pm till late
Where: Stewords Riverboat (31 Marina Coastal Drive, Berth 1, Marina South Pier)
Price: $45 (standard), $55 (at the door) via APACTix
4. Michelin Guide Street Food Festival
An key event awaits food-lovers this weekend with the inaugural Michelin Guide Street Food Festival, where festival-goers will get a chance to try food from all the Singapore restaurants that were recently given Michelin stars. Local eateries given the Bib Gourmand nod will also be showcasing their popular dishes.
When: Friday to Saturday, 14 to 15 April
Where: The Coliseum (Resorts World Sentosa)
Price: $20 per person via Guide.Michelin.SG (Tickets are all sold out)
5. Fred Perry Record Rally
Every music lover will know that April is the time to celebrate Record Store Day. While the celebration in honour of independent record stores across the world won’t happen till next week, fashion brand Fred Perry is rounding up music junkies early this year with a pre-record store party. Look out for a vinyl-only marketplace, live performances by local acts and a special vinyl sleeve exhibition.
When: Saturday, 15 April, 4pm to midnight
Where: Chye Seng Hat Hardware (150 Tyrwhitt Road)
Price: No cover charge
6. Singapore Modest Fashion Weekend
In good time for Hari Raya this year, which takes place on 25 June, Muslim fashionistas can look out for new Hari Raya fashion trends this year at the first-ever Singapore Modest Fashion Weekend. Look out for popular modest fashion designers such as FiziWoo. The event is organised by RoseValley, in partnership with MediaCorp.
When: Friday to Sunday, 14 to 16 April
Where: Marina Bay Sands
Price: SGD6 (excluding SGD3 booking fee) via SMFX.sg
7. Pet Expo 2017
Bring your furry friends to the annual Pet Expo for free health check-ups, or to shop for new pet toys, food or even pet-friendly furniture.
When: Friday to Sunday 14 to 16 April
Where: Singapore Expo Hall 7
Price: $4 (one-day pass), $10 (three-day pass) via PetExpoSG.com
8. St. Baghdad Street “The Vintage Market”
More shopping opportunities this weekend, with the regular flea market happening along Baghdad Street within the Kampong Glam precinct.
When: Friday 7pm to 11pm; Saturday & Sunday 3pm to 11pm
Where: Baghdad Street
Price: Free
9. Broken Production
Catch a special drama and dance production this Easter weekend, which tells a tale of a girl searching for acceptance.
When: 14 April and 16 April, from 3:30pm to 6pm
Where: 115 Eunos Ave 3 #02-04
Price: Free
10. HSBC World Rugby Singapore Sevens
Cheer for your favourite team at the World Rugby Singapore Sevens happening across two days.
When: 15 to 16 April, from 10am
Where: National Stadium
Price: From $48 per adult standard ticket via SportsHubTix
11. Tropicana the Musical
Catch Tan Kheng Hua’s new musical about Singapore during the sexy and swinging sixties. With a cast filled with local theatre heavyweights such as Lim Yu Beng and Brendon Fernandez, this is one production not to be missed.
When: From 13 to 30 April
Where: Capitol Theatre
From $77 via SISTIC
