Taking place on the last weekend of every month, Arts Weekend Civic District is organised by the National Arts Council and combines various arts programmes that are held in this culturally rich area. Look forward to both free and ticketed programmes by National Arts Council, Asian Civilisations Museum, The Arts House, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, National Gallery Singapore and Victoria Theatre and Victoria Concert Hall.
Arts Weekend Civic District – October’s Programmes
Saturdays@ACM: Delightful Deepavali
27 Oct, 1pm – 5pm
Asian Civilisations Museum
Free
Celebrate Deepavali, the festival of lights, at the museum! Create your own elephant plushie, and catch a mesmerising drama performance on Hindu folk tales and mythologies.
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ACM After Dark
27 Oct, 7pm – 11pm
Asian Civilisations Museum
Free
Awaken the elements in you at ACM’s well-loved annual Halloween event. Discover how the elements of Earth, Wind, Water, and Fire are linked to supernatural beliefs and ancient traditions. Be spooked by thrilling performances, a movie screening, paranormal talks, and fiery activities on this free family-friendly evening. Hear haunting tales by the river and make a souvenir to bring home. Unravel your special element in our spooky trail. Mystery prizes await the 3 best-dressed ghostly visitors! All this and more await you at the ACM After Dark event.
Kevin & Jon Loh – Passing By
28 Oct, 10am-10.30am | 11am-11.30am
Victoria Concert Hall Atrium
Free
Join guitarists Kevin and Jon as they bring you an array of music from around the world with artistes such as João Pernambuco, Bach, Andrew York and Yurima.
Got To Move Spotlight
28 Oct, 8.30am – 12pm
Empress Lawn
Free
Got Groove? Kick off your Sunday morning with the GTM Dance-Walk and a range of dance-related programmes! Come discover how easy it is to enjoy dance in your everyday life!
Resonates With: Flamenco Sin Fronteras
27 Oct, 2pm, 3pm, 4pm
National Gallery Singapore Padang Atrium
Free
This performance features passionate fiery footwork and graceful movements, accompanied by soulful and rhythmic flamenco music. It reflects the myriad colours and brush strokes in Lim Cheng Hoe: Painting Singapore.
Muara Festival
26-28 Oct 2018, Various Timings
Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Free
Discover the rich heritage of Malay traditional and contemporary dance and music at Muara Festival, a kaleidoscopic showcase of collaborative performance by dancers and musicians from Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore.
Event Information
Arts Weekend Civic District – 26 to 28 October 2018
Start date: 26/10/18 0:00
End date: 28/10/18 23:59
