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
• Shoot the Kelvi
Starring three of regional Tamil stand-up comedy’s finest – Hindra Bose, Saint TFC and #supasuresh – expect sharp wit and big laughs. Shoot the Kelvi is all about asking questions, sparking conversations and having a great time.
When: July 31, Fri, 8pm to 9.30pm Where: AGAM Theatre Lab Tickets: eventbrite.com
DANCE
• Groove & Glow: Kuthu Hop
A dance session to move boldly, feel radiant and reconnect with yourself. Expect good music, grounding affirmations and an atmosphere that celebrates expression without judgment.
When: July 31, Fri, 7pm to 8pm Where: 83 Clemenceau Avenue Tickets: eventbrite.com
• 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
• Gita Havan
A hallmark of the year-long Gita Jayanti calendar, Gita Havan includes ritual offerings (ahuti) for all 700 verses of the Srimad Bhagavad Gita, accompanied by Gita chanting. Rituals like Ganapathi Homam and Krishna Puja will precede the main Havan, which culminates in an elaborate puja and grand altar decoration.
When: Aug 2, Sun, 7am to 1pm Where: PGP Hall, 397 Serangoon Road Admission: Free; for more details, visit www.gitajayanti.org.sg
• 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
• 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
• NOAH ONAM LIVE 2K26
An evening of music, celebration and live entertainment inspired by the festive spirit of the season and created for Singapore’s vibrant multicultural community. Playback singer, actor and co-founder of the popular Indian indie band Thaikkudam Bridge Siddharth Menon will perform along with singers Jyotsna Radhakrishnan and Sana Moidutty. Malayalam film and entertainment personalities Siju Wilson, Antony Varghese and Saniya Iyappan will make special appearances.
When: Aug 1, Sat, 6pm Where: Quantum Arena@OWIS, 27 Punggol Field Walk Tickets: eventbrite.com
• 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
TOUR
• The Vanishing Vegetarian Hall and Temples in Little India
What is a Vegetarian Hall and its importance in Singapore? Explore with HeyLadTour the hidden temple tucked in a Little India alley and how it is related to the Waterloo Street Guanyin Temple.
When: Aug 1, Sat, 11.30am to 1pm Where: Little India MRT Station Tickets: eventbrite.com
THEATRE
• Everything But The Brain
The Stage Club presents The Straits Times Life! Award winner, Everything But The Brain, where a physics teacher employs the help of three bears to save her dying father.
When: Jul 30 to Aug 9, 7.30pm and additional 2.30pm shows on weekends Where: The Arts House at the Old Parliament, Play Den Tickets: bookmyshow.sg
