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: TLM Food Expo 2026 (Grand Finale Edition)
What if you could go on a whistle-stop street food tour across Asia—munching through Thai grilled skewers, Taiwanese mee sua, Hong Kong seafood delicacies, and plant-based treats—with discounts of up to 90% and items starting from just $1? Returning for its final and biggest edition of 2026, the popular TLM Food Expo is taking over Hall 6A at Singapore EXPO across two consecutive mega-weekends!
Featuring over 120 Asian exhibitors and more than 20 brand-new regional food labels, this 6-day feast brings together street food stalls, artisan bakeries, and food manufacturers under one roof. Explore dedicated regional pavilions, stock up on pantry snacks, or check out the newly launched Vegetarian Zone for guilt-free plant-based options! Be sure to head down early—the first 500 visitors each day snag a free welcome goodie bag, while shoppers who spend $200 can unlock exclusive gifts and lucky draw prizes starting from 1:00PM.
Event Dates: 25 – 27 September & 2 – 4 October 2026
Time: 11:00AM – 9:00PM Daily
Location: Singapore EXPO (Hall 6A), 1 Expo Drive, Singapore 486150 (Expo MRT Exit A)
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2) Visit: Lights by the Lake 2026 (Mid-Autumn Light-Up)
What if you could turn an ordinary evening date into a romantic stroll through a glowing lakeside wonderland under the harvest moon? 🌕✨ Celebrating the Mid-Autumn season in the heartlands, Lights by the Lake has transformed Jurong Lake Gardens into a radiant, night-time festival grounds!
Take a romantic walk along the lakeside boardwalk to admire hand-crafted, floating lantern displays depicting aquatic wildlife and traditional folklore, or wander through illuminated trails lit up by colorful student-painted paper lanterns. Catch live cultural musical performances at the Wave Plaza stage, attempt interactive lantern riddles, or grab night-market style street foods and bubble tea at the festive pop-up food stalls. It’s the ultimate evening date night spot to soak in the romantic autumn air! 🏮🍢✨
Event Dates: 25 – 27 September 2026
Time: 6:30PM – 10:00PM Daily
Location: Jurong Lake Gardens (Lakeside Garden & Wave Plaza), Yuan Ching Road, Singapore 618661 (Lakeside MRT Exit B)
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3) Visit: The Southern Market @ The Southern Depot
What if you could trade packed shopping malls for a lush, heritage-rich outdoor village fair filled with artisanal crafts, live acoustic music, delicious food, and pet-friendly vibes? Tucked away inside the historic grounds of Gillman Barracks, The Southern Market is bringing the ultimate community weekend gathering to The Southern Depot !
Bring the whole family—and your fur babies—down to browse a curated lineup of local pop-up vendors offering handmade jewelry, lifestyle goods, and sustainable crafts. Grab bite-sized culinary treats and cold beverages, listen to heartfelt live musical performances, and let the kids explore dedicated family activity booths. Surrounded by colonial architecture and leafy greenery, it’s a cozy, relaxed weekend outing to unwind with the whole crew! 🌿☕🎨🐾
Event Dates: 26 & 27 September 2026
Time: 12:00PM – 7:00PM
Location: The Southern Depot (Blocks 43 & 47 Malan Road), Gillman Barracks, Singapore 109443 (Near Labrador Park MRT)
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4) Visit: Artcade 2026 – A Cosmic Beginning
What if you could blast off into a galaxy filled with over 200 independent artists, original character plushies, custom art prints, and fan art of all your favorite pop-culture fandoms? Returning bigger than ever for its flagship edition, artist-run convention Artcade is taking over Hall 404 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre for an out-of-this-world weekend art market!
Centered around this year’s cosmic theme “A Cosmic Beginning,” explore five massive creator zones featuring more than 140 creator tables packed with stickers, enamel pins, keychains, handmade ceramics, and character stationery. Snap photos in your favorite family-friendly cosplay, drop by the back of the hall for exclusive Dollop photobooth frames, participate in stamp-rally activities to assemble your own DIY Stardust Bottle, or snag an official event goodie bag! Be sure to bring a tote bag and head down early so you don’t miss out on limited-edition creator collabs! 👩🚀🎨✨
Event Dates: 26 & 27 September 2026
Time: 12:00PM – 7:00PM Daily (Last admission at 6:30PM)
Location: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre (Hall 404, Level 4), 1 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039593 (Esplanade/Promenade MRT)
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5) Visit: THE LOBBY: 2-Day Fashion, Lifestyle & Coffee Gathering
What if you could sip on iced ceremonial-grade matcha, groove to live vinyl DJ sets, and shop directly from Singapore’s trendiest homegrown fashion labels and lifestyle creators—all under one roof? ☕🎧✨ Bringing together the best of local creative culture for a two-day pop-up experience, THE LOBBY is hosting a curated weekend gathering celebrating fashion, specialty brews, and good vibes!
Spend your afternoon discovering indie local apparel, statement accessories, and lifestyle goods from up-and-coming Singaporean designers. Fuel your shopping spree with freshly poured specialty coffee, artisanal matcha lattes, and delicious baked treats while catching live DJ sets spinning chill beats throughout the day. It’s the ultimate weekend hang to catch up with friends, support local brands, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere! 🥐🍵🛍️
Event Dates: 26 & 27 September 2026
Time: 12:00PM – 8:00PM Daily
Location: 8 Eng Hoon Street
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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 (19 – 20 September 2026)