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Events in Singapore

January
Chinese New Year - January 2010 - Event - Various
One of the most anticipated events on the Chinese lunar calendar, Chinese New Year, also known as Chun Jie, is a colourful festival steeped in centuries-old tradition. Dazzling performances, insightful workshops and breathtaking exhibits that tell of myths and legends that shape Chinese New Year promise to enthrall.

M1 Singapore Fringe Festival - January 2010 - Event - Various
Creating a platform to showcase cutting-edge and provocative art the M1 Fringe Festival brings it’s unique brand of art to a variety of venues throughout Singapore. Based on the yearly-changing theme, all the events compliment one another producing thought-provoking theatre, abstract dances and mixed media exhibitions from artists across the world. Participating venues usually include the Esplanade, Jubilee Hall, National Museum, Singapore Art Museum and more.

Sentosa Flowers - January 2010 - Event - Various
Manifesting itself in a kaleidoscope of fresh blooms from around the world the Sentosa Flower Festival is not to be missed. Besides admiring the flora and fauna, guests can also look forward to exciting fringe activities that will engage the entire family. Be spellbound by the Giant Sculpture Display, participate in the Digital Photography Competition, and see budding talents in action at the Schools' Gardening and Sculpture Display Competition.

Find out more at the official site of the Sentosa Flower Festival »

February
Thaipusam - February 2010 - Event - Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple
Thaipusam is a Hindu thanksgiving celebration, in honour of Lord Subrahmanya who represents virtue, youth and power and is known as the destroyer of evil. Singaporean Hindus demonstrate their unwavering faith in the spectacular Thaipusam street procession from Sri Srinivasa Perumal Temple, travelling four kilometres and finishing at the Layan Sithi Vinayagar Temple on Keong Siak Road. During the procession, these highly dedicated participants - who undergo a strict regime before they proceed to carry the kavadi - are joined by supporters who drum and chant to keep up their morale.

Visit the Thaipusam official site for more information »

March
Singapore DanceSport Championships - March 2010 - Event - Hougang Community Club
Singapore's National DanceSport Championships, held at the Hougang Community Club, incorporate both ballroom and Latin dance. More than 140 couples compete in the tournament, ranging from Grades E to A and representing around 25 countries.Underneath the glamour and artistry, this is a competition and the battle is fierce, with cash prizes on offer.

for more information visit the official site of the Singapore DanceSport Championships »

April
Singapore International Film Festival - April 2010 - Event - Various
The scale and scope of the Singapore International Film Festival has grown year after year and it is now proudly accredited as a major festival. Successfully bringing Asian cinema into the spotlight with screenings of independent films and documentaries, and the coveted Silver Screen Awards, while 'Singapore Panorama' focuses on home-grown productions and the World Cinema division showcases works by non-Asian filmmakers.

Visit the Singapore International Film Festival website for more details »

May
Singapore Arts Festival - 15 May until 14 June - Event - Various
The hottest ticket for performing arts in the Far East, the Singapore Arts Festival attracts an abundance of well known Asian and western dance, theatre and music celebrities. More traditional artists prevail, but the experimental, innovative types are gaining more exposure each year.
The core programme alone features around 75 performances from many countries. Some are world premières, while others are commissioned works or works produced through international collaborations.

Visit the official site for Singapore Arts Festival to find out more »

Worldwide Festival - May 2010 - Event - Various
Venues across the island, including Singapore Art Museum and Siloso Beach, host an array of audio-visual art exhibitions, networking parties and raves. The festival kicks off with the Exclusive Opening bash at the Singapore Art Museum, a star-studded party where you can meet and greet Gilles Peterson and some of the other DJs on the line-up. The week closes with the Beach Weekender, a festive two-day party on the palm-tree lined Siloso Beach of Sentosa Island.

For more information see the official site for Worldwide Festival »

Shakespeare in the Park - May 2010 - Event - Fort Canning Park
At Shakespeare in the Park, the relaxed audience picnics under the stars on Fort Canning Green while enjoying one of the Bard's works. In 2009, the performance, presented by the Singapore Repertory Theatre, is classic comedy Much Ado About Nothing.

Visit the official site for Shakespeare in the Park for more details »

World Book Fair - May 2010 until June 2010 - Event - Suntec City
Attracting thousands of booksellers, publishers and avid readers through the doors of Singapore's SuntecCity Exhibition and Convention Centre the World Book Fair is ever-growing in popularity. Over the years, the event has given local exhibitors the opportunity to work more closely with overseas publishers, who in turn bring a wider range of books into Singapore than have ever been brought before, as well as incorporating a Chinese section, English and electronic books.

See the official site for World Book Fair for more Information »

June
Singapore River Festival - June 2010 - Event - Various
During the annual Singapore River Festival, the watery area from Boat Quay and Empress Place to Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay bursts into life. Bumboat parades, live music, aerial shows and more take place on the riverbanks every night.

See the official site for Singapore River Festival for more Information »

Singapore Youth Chinese Orchestra Annual Concert - June 2010 - Event - SCO Concert Hall
Hear the rising stars of Singapore's Youth Chinese Orchestra perform at the SCO Concert Hall, accompanied by their more experienced counterparts of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra. The programme usually includes around six pieces of different tempos and styles. In 2009, conductors Tsung Yeh and Quek Ling Kiong lead the orchestras through performances of Yellow River Waters by Zhang Lie and Singapura Overture by Zhang Xiao Feng.

Visit the Singapore Youth Chinese Orchestra Annual Concert official site for more details »

July
Ballet Under the Stars - July 2010 - Event - Fort Canning Park
Ballet Under The Stars in Fort Canning Park is a charming evening event that draws a loyal crowd each year. Bring a picnic and unwind in the open air while watching classical and contemporary choreography by the Singapore Dance Theatre. Activities such as face painting and balloon sculpting help to keep the children amused.

To find out more about the Ballet Under the Stars visit the official site »

September
Mid-Autumn Festival - 19 September until 18 October - Event - Various
Singapore celebrates the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival with cultural shows and a vibrant parade of dragon dances, lantern-carrying children and fireworks. Wander the decorated Chinatown streets, browsing market stalls and sampling the festival's traditional mooncakes made with red bean paste.

Visit the Mid-Autumn Festival official site for more details »

Formula One: Singapore Grand Prix - 25 until 27 September - Event - Marina Bay
Ultra-fast Formula One cars scream around Marina Bay at Singapore's night-time Grand Prix, completing 61 laps of the three-mile circuit. Smell the burning rubber from a grandstand or, if you prefer, look down from a glass pod on the Singapore Flyer.

See the Formula One: Singapore Grand Prix official site for more information »

October
ARTSingapore - 9 until 12 October - Event - SuntecCity
ARTSingapore is a contemporary Asian art fair held on Level Four of the SuntecCity shopping mall. An exciting platform for over 100 galleries from 15 Asia Pacific countries to exchange ideas, viewers can buy US$30 million worth of art.

See the ARTSingapore official site for more information »

Barclays Singapore Open - 29 October until 1 November - Event - Sentosa Golf Club
First staged in 1961, the Singapore Open is Asia's richest national golf tournament. The best players in Asia and a selected group of leading international golfers compete for the top prize over four days at the Sentosa Golf Club.

Visit the official site of the Barclays Singapore Open to find out more »

November
Singapore River Regatta - November 2009 - Event - Singapore River
The Singapore River comes alive during the annual dragon boat River Regatta. More than 2000 participants from 100 teams compete in this spectacular and energetic event, attracting avid fans from all over the world.

For more information on the Singapore River Regatta visit the official website »

December
Singapore Marathon - 6 December - Event - Various
Attracting some of the world's most seasoned athletes the Singapore Marathon starts at the Esplanade Bridge, crossing the Singapore River and snaking round the city, through the Marina and the central business district, before meeting a raucous crowd at the Padang and the finish line on St Andrew's Road. Spectators come along to soak up the carnival atmosphere and fun runners join in the half-marathon, 10K run and Kids' Dash for under 13s.

For more details on the Singapore Marathon visit the official site »

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