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: Public Garden 2026

Ever wanted to go on an Asia-wide design haul—from indie Japanese jewelry and Thai leatherware to Taiwanese ceramics and Singaporean art prints—all inside a single air-conditioned hall? Returning to Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre for its highly anticipated September edition, Public Garden is bringing together hundreds of independent brands, regional illustrators, and small-batch artisans from across Asia for one weekend only!

Spanning two massive convention halls, you can discover one-of-a-kind treasures you won’t find anywhere else in Singapore—including handcrafted ceramics, quirky stationery, artisanal apparel, delicate jewelry, and handmade home decor. It’s a goldmine for supporting independent creatives, chatting directly with regional makers, and picking up unique self-care treats or gifts. Be sure to head down early to beat the queue or bring a tote bag (and some extra cash or PayNow) for the ultimate retail therapy session! 🛍️✨

Event Dates: 12 & 13 September 2026
Time: 1.00PM – 7.00PM
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre (Halls 405 & 406, Level 4), 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593

 

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2) Visit: Simply Toys Matsuri Square Pop-Up

Have you ever wanted to step right into a Japanese anime festival without ever booking a flight to Tokyo? 🎌🧸✨ Kicking off City Square Mall’s month-long Enter the PlayVerse festival, the Simply Toys Matsuri Square Pop-Up has taken over the Level 1 Atrium for an epic week of discounted collectibles and fan-favorite pop-culture goodness!

Hunt for deals starting from just $10 across top brands like Bandai, Funko, Sekiguchi, SunrisePop, and Re-Ment. Whether you’re hunting for Pokémon, One Piece, Gundam, Sanrio, or rare Monchhichi plushies, there are slashed prices, $10 Funko lucky dips, and purchase-with-purchase lucky draws! Don’t forget to customize your own phone case at the Craft Case SG DIY booth, snap photos alongside life-sized installations of Satoru Gojo from Jujutsu Kaisen, Maomao from The Apothecary Diaries, and Turbo Granny from Dandadan, or play festival-themed game booths over the weekend!

Event Dates: 12 & 13 September 2026
Time: 10.00AM – 10.00PM
Location: City Square Mall (Level 1 Atrium), 180 Kitchener Road, Singapore 208539 (Near Farrer Park MRT)

 

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3) Visit: AL!VE Artisans Market @ Singapore Sports Hub

What if you could stroll onto the legendary grounds of Singapore’s iconic National Stadium not for a massive concert or football match, but for a cozy, open-air weekend market and carnival? 🏟️✨ Handled by creative retail specialists Invade (the team behind Maker’s Market and Fleawhere), the AL!VE Artisans Market is taking over the pitch-side grounds of National Stadium across back-to-back September weekends!

Browse over 30 vibrant pop-up booths featuring homegrown brands and small businesses offering handcrafted jewelry, artisan lifestyle goods, quirky trinkets, and custom toys. Bring the whole family down to test your skills at interactive sports try-outs, let the kids enjoy carnival activities and live entertainment, or simply take in the unique views of the stadium bowl while doing a spot of casual weekend shopping!

Event Dates: 12 & 13 September 2026
Time: 11.00AM – 7.00PM
Location: National Stadium , 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629 (Singapore Sports Hub, Stadium MRT Exit A)

 

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4) Visit: Mid-Autumn Festival 2026 (Fenbao & Friends)

What if local comic nostalgia and mythical Chinese folklore came together under giant, glowing Supertrees for an enchanting evening walk under the harvest moon? 🏮✨ Celebrating Mid-Autumn with homegrown heart, Gardens by the Bay is unveiling a brand-new set of handcrafted lantern installations featuring Fenbao and Friends—the adorable, whimsical characters created by celebrated Singaporean artist Lim Sau Hoong!

Take a moonlit stroll through Gardens by the Bay to see Fenbao and his playful companions brought to life in massive, vibrant illuminated lantern displays set against lush outdoor greenery. Alongside the character trails, soak in traditional cultural performances at the outdoor stage, feast on festive treats at the bustling food street, pick up hand-blown glass or artisan crafts at the carnival booths, and admire hundreds of colorful paper lanterns painted by local students and community members lining the walkways!

Event Dates: 12 – 27 September 2026
Time: 6.00PM – 10.00PM
Location: Gardens by the Bay (Golden Garden, Supertree Grove & Dragonfly Lake), 18 Marina Gardens Drive, Singapore 018953 (Bayfront MRT Exit B)

 

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5) Visit: Kampong Gelam Festival 2026

Ever wondered what it would be like to step into a time machine and watch one of Singapore’s oldest cultural districts transform from a royal Malay seat of power into a bustling spice trade port, and finally into the hip lifestyle hub we love today? 🏰📜✨ Organised by the Malay Heritage Centre, the inaugural Kampong Gelam Festival is making its grand debut for a weekend-long celebration across the precinct under the theme “Through the Eras”!

Head down to the main festival grounds at Sultan Gate Park to catch traditional dikir barat and martial arts showcases, browse heritage craft booths, or get hands-on at traditional craft workshops. Explore the freshly refreshed galleries inside the Malay Heritage Centre, take guided heritage tours winding down Baghdad Street and Serambi, or sample traditional Malay delicacies and street food while enjoying live music performances as day turns to night. It’s an immersive, family-friendly weekend out to rediscover Kampong Gelam’s rich history and vibrant community spirit! 🕌🎨🍡

Event Dates: 12 & 13 September 2026
Time: 2.00PM – 10.00PM
Location: Sultan Gate Park (Main Hub), Malay Heritage Centre , Baghdad Street, and Serambi (Near Bugis MRT Exit B)

 

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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 (5 – 6 September 2026)

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