BRUNCH
• A Firangi Love Letter to the Little Red Dot
Celebrate Singapore beyond the fireworks with A Firangi Love Letter to the Little Red Dot, a special one-day brunch at the Indian restaurant Firangi Superstar.
When: Aug 9, Sun, 12pm to 4pm Where: Firangi Superstar, 20 Craig Road More details at: firangisuperstar.com
COMEDY
• Jaspreet Singh Live
Mainstream Indian comedian Jaspreet Singh takes the stage to talk about his wildest job yet – being a father.
When: Aug 29, Sat, 6pm Where: RELC Auditorium Tickets: eventbrite.com.au
DANCE
• Yuva Mahotsav Festival 2026
Apsaras Dance Company presents Yuva Mahotsav - Spirit of Rising Stars, featuring youth Bharatanatyam artistes performing their dances, each from four different institutions.
When: Aug 14, 7.30pm Where: Avai @ Apsaras Arts, 90 Goodman Rd Tickets: ticketer.sg
EVENT
• The ‘83 Legends Tour of Singapore
India’s historic 1983 Cricket World Cup-winning squad reunite for a tour of Southeast Asia. The event, organised by Mariners’ Cricket Club Singapore, will bring together legendary players, business leaders and global maritime executives for a special celebration of cricket, leadership and teamwork.
When: Aug 7, Fri, 6pm to 10pm Where: Orchard Hotel, Grand Ballroom Tickets: info@deideaz.com
MUSIC
• Shaam-e-Jazz – Season-4
The musical initiative is an artistic presentation of classic Bollywood tunes reimagined with a diverse sound palette that draws from Indian classical ragas and dance, blues, jazz, Arabic and modern music technology like LOFI grooves.
When: Aug 7 (Fri), 6.45pm Where: Esplanade Recital Studio Tickets: bookmyshow.sg
• Candlelight: Best of Bollywood and Tollywood on Strings
Discover the music of Bollywood and Tollywood on Strings at CHIJMES Hall under the gentle glow of candlelight.
When: Aug 13, Thu, 9pm Where: CHIJMES Hall, 30 Victoria Street Tickets: feverup.com
• Baithak by Vidushi Apoorva Gokhale
An evening celebrating the depth, beauty and rich tradition of Hindustani classical music – presented by SIFAS.
Vidushi Apoorva Gokhale will present a vocal performance, accompanied by Sachin Bhide on tabla and Subhodeep on harmonium, with Tanuja Sane and Seema Ovalekar providing tanpura and vocal support.
When: Aug 28, Fri, 7pm Where: SIFAS Annexe, 3 Race Course Lane Tickets: eventbrite.sg
ONAM CELEBRATION
• SMA ONAM NITE 26
The signature annual musical and cultural extravaganza presented by the Singapore Malayalee Association in collaboration with Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay will feature celebrated artistes from the Malayalam film and performing arts industry, including playback singers Sithara Krishnakumar and Unni Menon, actresses and dancers Asha Sharath, Bhavana and Swasika and comedian Kottayam Nazeer and his team.
When: Aug 8, Sat, 6.30pm Where: Esplanade Concert Hall Tickets: sistic.com.sg
POETRY
• PEHCHAAN – A poetic journey back to your roots
Presented through a unique blend of live music, storytelling and poetry, this immersive experience explores the emotions we often leave unspoken, the home we continue to carry within us and the identity we sometimes forget while chasing life. Every story, every melody, and every verse gently reminds us of who we are, where we come from and what truly matters.
When: Aug 8, Sat, 5pm to 7pm Where: Global Indian International School SMART Campus, Punggol Tickets: eventbrite.com
