Wondering what to do this weekend? Here’s the SG Lifestyle Team’s weekly round-up of FREE WEEKEND ACTIVITES TO DO IN SINGAPORE (well, mostly free).

This includes a mixture of virtual/digital events/activities you can do at home, as well as physical events/places to visit/attend.

1) Visit: Thai Festival 2026

Get your passports ready because Orchard Road is transforming into a massive, vibrant slice of Bangkok for the Thai Festival 2026! 🍍✨🍡

Taking over the Royal Thai Embassy grounds, this annual blockbuster is packing over 100 authentic Thai food, fashion, and beauty brands straight from Bangkok. Hardcore foodies can feast on smoky moo ping skewers, corn milk, and crispy khanom khrok pancakes. Once you’re full, shop boutique streetwear, trending skincare, and your favorite traditional herbal inhalers under the cool tents.

To top off the festival vibes, watch traditional cultural dances, catch a Friday night fashion show, and scream your heart out at high-energy T-Pop mini-concerts headlined by GMMTV superstar Nanon Korapat, rising boy group FLIO, and singer Somphol Rungphanit! 🎟️🎤🧴

Event Dates: 10 – 12 July 2026
Time: 10AM – 8PM
Location: Royal Thai Embassy Grounds (370 Orchard Road)

 

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2) Visit: Asia Art & Craft Fair 2026

🎨 Clear out your weekend schedules and unleash your creative side because a massive celebration of handmade wonders is arriving in town with the debut of the Asia Art & Craft Fair 2026! 🧸✨✂️

Transforming Suntec into a bustling, vibrant paradise of regional talent, this brand-new mega-fair is bringing together over 500 independent local and international craft brands under one roof! Whether you are a dedicated collector of unique lifestyle pieces, a DIY hobbyist, or just looking to escape the afternoon heat, it’s an incredible treasure trove waiting to be explored.

Wander through aisles of jaw-dropping creations from over eight countries across Asia—from masterfully hand-thrown ceramics, delicate textiles, and heritage leather goods to trending digital illustrations, 3D-printed toys, and bespoke fine jewelry. Beyond simply shopping, families and kids can dive into the Experience Zone to try their hand at crafting glass decals or customizing tote bags, while craft enthusiasts can sign up for expert masterclasses covering intricate, centuries-old techniques like Japanese Kintsugi (ceramic repair) and Tsumami Zaiku (fabric folding art)! 🏮🧵🖼️

Event Dates: 11 & 12 July 2026
Time: 11AM – 9PM (Saturday) & 10AM – 9PM (Sunday)
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Level 4, Hall 401–402 (1 Raffles Blvd, Singapore 039593)

 

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3) Visit: Japanese Food Fair

🛩️ Empty your stomachs and call your fellow foodies because a massive Tokyo-style gastronomic getaway is landing right in the heart of Punggol at Singapore’s LARGEST Japanese Food Fair! 🍣🍡🍜

Taking over the Village Square at Waterway Point, this massive culinary festival brings together over 31 authentic Japanese F&B stalls under one roof. Whether you are craving sizzling street food classics or legendary sweet treats directly inspired by the streets of Osaka and Tokyo, this bazaar has everything you need to satisfy your inner foodie.

Prepare to go on a serious eating spree! You can expect a mouthwatering lineup of premium, melt-in-your-mouth sushi platters, piping hot bowls of savory ramen, and golden, crispy tempura skewers. If you have a major sweet tooth, don’t miss out on traditional, chewy dango mochi doused in sweet soy glaze and fluffy, cream-filled Japanese pastries that are perfect for snapping a quick Instagram shot. It’s the ultimate weekend pitstop to escape the afternoon heat, feast on incredible comfort food, and get your quick Japan fix without booking a flight! 🇯🇵✨❤️

Event Dates: Now until 12 July 2026
Time: 10AM – 10PM Daily
Location: Waterway Point, Village Square (Level 1, West Wing), 83 Punggol Central, Singapore 828761

 

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4) Visit: The ONE PIECE × MINISO Pop-Up

🏴‍☠️ Set sail for the Grand Line and gather your crew because an epic pirate adventure has just dropped anchors in Singapore with the massive return of the ONE PIECE × MINISO Pop-Up! ⚓✨🎒

Taking over the bustling Level 1 Atrium at Suntec City (Towers 1 & 2), this highly anticipated collaboration is back and significantly bigger than before. Whether you are a die-hard fan of the Straw Hat crew or simply looking for a fun weekend hangout spot to escape the midday heat, this immersive playground is the ultimate destination for anime lovers.

Prepare to navigate through stunning, life-sized photo zones where you can snap iconic pictures alongside your favorite characters like Luffy, Zoro, and Chopper. After updating your camera roll, dive headfirst into a shopping paradise loaded with a treasure trove of exclusive, limited-edition merchandise. From quirky collectibles and adorable plushies to themed lifestyle accessories, stationery, and blind boxes, everything you need to channel your inner King of the Pirates is right here under one roof! 👒🧭🎁

Event Dates: Now until 26 July 2026
Time: 10AM – 10PM Daily
Location: Suntec City, Level 1 Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), 3 Temasek Blvd, Singapore 038983

 

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5) Visit: Harmony Through Heritage: Woven Identities Roving Showcase

🧵 Thread your way through history and celebrate Singapore’s rich cultural diversity because an incredibly beautiful, interactive exhibition is setting up at the Harmony Through Heritage: Woven Identities Roving Showcase! ✨👗

Hosted in collaboration with the National Heritage Board’s Heritage Institutions, Harmony Circle, and The Eurasian Association, this unique pop-up is exploring our multicultural identity through the lens of fashion and textiles. Step inside to see how the traditional wear of Singapore’s diverse communities has been preserved, reimagined, and passed down across generations.

There is plenty to touch, see, and do! You can marvel at contemporary, reimagined ethnic attire by rising local designer Elon Koh, or get hands-on at the interactive dress-up corner to experience the beauty of our cultural wear firsthand. Don’t forget to design your own paper fan at the craft station and add your personal touch to a massive, collective community tapestry. It is a stunning, meaningful weekend pitstop to escape the midday heat and celebrate the threads that bind us all together! 🏮🧵🎨

Event Dates: 10 – 12 July 2026
Time: 10AM – 4PM
Location: Banyan Cove, Level 1, Temasek Shophouse (28 Orchard Rd, Singapore 238824)

 

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We hope you enjoy this week’s round-up of weekend activities to do in Singapore FOR FREE!

More importantly – don’t say we NEVER share! 

Psst… Need even more ideas on what to do?

Read last week’s post: 

5 FREE Activities to do in Singapore this Weekend (4 – 5 July 2026)

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