7 Exciting Events That Are Taking Place in Singapore This August 2016

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This August sees Singapore turning 51 years old, Charlie Puth performing in Singapore for just a night, and a series of performances taking place in conjunction with Singapore International Festival of Arts.

Get your calendar ready, because we are just about to share with you several highlights this August that you would be interested in.

From the annual Durian Festival, Universal Studios Singapore’s Soak Out Water Party to the last leg of The Great Singapore Sale, here are 7 Exciting Events That Are Taking Place in Singapore This August 2016.

charlie puthSource: Jay Sansone


#1 CHARLIE PUTH ‘NINE TRACK MIND TOUR 2016′


Taltented Charlie Puth might be a relatively newcomer in the industry, but he has gone strength to strength with record-breaking songs such as See You Again and One Call Away.

His concert will be held at Sentosa’s The Coliseum and tickets start from S$108.00 each (exclusive of booking fees).

When: Wednesday, 10 August 2016

Resorts World Sentosa Durian Buffet


#2 DURIAN FEST 2016


The annual Durian Fest is back!

It is essentially a durian buffet, alongside many other tropical fruits. Held across three days at Resorts World Sentosa, it is a must-do for all durian lovers. From D13 to Mao Shan Wang, you can feast on unlimited supplies of premium durians. All you have to do is head to the stands, select your durians and the staff will have it cut open for you.

More info can be found here.

When: Friday, 19 August 2016 to Sunday, 21 August 2016

national gallery of singapore


#3 EVERYTHING BY MY SIDE


Everything By My Side is the brainchild of internationally-acclaimed Argentine artist Fernando Rubio. Held at The National Gallery Singapore, it is part of the Singapore International Festival of Arts and tickets for the three-hour show is priced at S$10 each (excluding booking fees).

When: Friday, 12 August 2016 to Sunday, 14 August 2016

Singapore Skyline


#4 NATIONAL DAY


Every 09 August marks Singapore’s birthday and yes, our mighty nation is turning 51 years old this year!

This year’s National Day Parade will be held at the National Stadium for the very first time over the past decade. While not everyone has tickets to the parade, you can still catch all the action live on TV or book a restaurant with fabulous views of the fireworks.

When: Tuesday, 09 August 2016

soak out partySource: RW Sentosa Blog


#5 SOAK OUT WATER PARTY


Missed the fun-filled Songkran Festival in Thailand last April? Well, Singapore is having its own water party at Universal Studios Singapore.

There are designated wet-and-dry zones just in case you need to seek refuge. An after-party will also be held on selected weekends.

When: From now until Wednesday, 10 August 2016

national gallery singapore view


#6 THE GREAT SINGAPORE SALE


The ten-week long Great Singapore Sale (GSS) is sadly coming to an end. This is your last opportunity to snag some really amazing deals – yes, we are referring up to an unbelievable 70% off original prices.

Shopaholics will also know that the best deals are always saved for the last leg of GSS. Expect further discounts on already-discounted items!

When: From now until Sunday, 14 August 2016

Five Izakaya Bar


#7 THE MACALLAN WHISKY PAIRING & SHARING WORKSHOP


Conducted by The Macallan Brand Trainer Keith Nair and The Macallan Brand Ambassador Randall Tan, The Macallan Whisky Pairing & Sharing Workshop will be featuring four whiskies and an assortment of canapés.

40 of our readers will be invited to this exclusive event at Changi City Point. Try signing up for a slot and you might just be one of the lucky ones!

When: Saturday, 13 August 2016