Are you obsessed about cosplay, are an avid foodie or history buff, or a green advocate? If you have answered ‘yes’ to at least one of the above, then it is time to mark down several dates in your calendar for the month of July.
July is a busy month for everyone in Singapore, but thankfully there is a one-day public holiday to allow us to unwind, recharge and feast over great food.
From Geylang Serai Bazaar, Singapore Food Festival to Shine Festival, here are 9 Events That Are Taking Place in Singapore This July 2016 to check out.
#1 COSFEST XV: REBORN
Singapore Cosplay Club is celebrating their 15th anniversary and all cosplayers and cosplay fans are invited to join the party. The celebration is held at D’Marquee, Downtown East over the first weekend of July 2016 from 12pm to 6pm and admission is completely free of charge.
When: Saturday, 02 July 2016 and Sunday, 03 July 2016
Geylang Serai Bazaar is an annual event that we fondly look forward to every year. Mesmerising festive lights span across 2.8 kilometres and visitors can anticipate an impressive line-up of street food such as the Rainbow Bagels and Salted Egg Yolk Churros.
When: From now till Wednesday, 06 July 2016
#3 RUNNINGHOUR 2016
Held at East Coast Park Angsana Green on Sunday, 10 July 2016 at 7.30am, Runninghour 2016 is a national event where participants run beside intellectually, physically and/or visually-challenged runners.
Supported by Central Singapore Community Development Council (CDC), Runninghour2016 aims to integrate those with special needs into the community through sports.
When: Sunday, 10 July 2016
#4 SHINE FESTIVAL
Shine Festival is a youth-centric three-day event that strives to inspire young adults to learn and pursue their passions. Keep your eyes peeled as hip hop artists Jay Park and ShiGGa Shay will be present. There would too be pop-up stalls and on-site food trucks to keep all occupied.
When: Friday, 01 July 2016 to Sunday, 03 July 2016
The annual Singapore Food Festival is a celebration of our beloved Singaporean cuisine. While the exact date is yet to be confirmed, participants can expect pop-up restaurants, cooking demonstrations and other food-related exciting activities. We know the foodie in you definitely cannot resist this!
When: July 2016 (date TBA)
#6 THE GREAT GREEN SALE
Held at One Raffles Place until Sunday, 03 July 2016, The Great Green Sale is where fashionistas can play their part by shopping for environmentally-friendly products.
When: From now till Sunday, 03 July 2016
#7 THE SINGAPORE JOURNEY: 50 YEARS THROUGH STAMPS
Gain an in-depth understanding of Singapore’s history and growth through an interesting archival collection of postage stamps and its original artworks. Entrance to this ongoing exhibition at Singapore Philatelic Museum is free for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents.
Read our guide to 11 museums you must visit in Singapore.
From now till Sunday, 31 July 2016
#8 SINGAPORE RESTAURANT MONTH 2016
Singapore Restaurant Month is here again!
This year’s Singapore Restaurant Month will be held from 01 July 2016 to 31 July 2016. In collaboration with the Health Promotion Board and Singapore Tourism Board, the Restaurant Association of Singapore has made ‘healthy dining’ the main theme for this year. Now, aren’t we all more conscious about eating healthier lately?
This year’s slew of dishes have to contain either 500 calories or less, or it has to be made up of at least 8% wholegrains such as oatmeal, brown rice and wholemeal bread. All of these dishes have been approved by certified Health Promotion Board nutritionists.
OmNomNom Feastival is happening at ION Orchard from 18 to 24 July 2016.
The folks behind Free Folk and Imaginator Studio have teamed up to bring you a sensorial wonderland right in the heart of Orchard Road – you can look forward to dining in a whimsical garden.
The feastival has curated a strong line-up of local artisanal F&B players as well as independent designers. So jump down the rabbit hole and head to OmNomNom Feastival.
ION Orchard B4 Event Hall
18 – 24 July 2016
Nearest Station: Orchard