The best things to do in Singapore this April

Transport yourself to the scenic landscapes of Türkiye at Tulipmania, located at the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay, where larger-than-life replicas of majestic Turkish landmarks are standing against the backdrop of hundreds and thousands of tulips. These include the Trojan Horse from the battle in ancient Troy, carved pillars of Göbekli Tepe, and rustic conserved stone houses of Mardin. Keep your eyes open for intricate touches like traditional mosaic art, colourful stained glass lamps, and Turkish carpets. There’s also a floating hot air balloon installation near the Flower Dome’s entrance – needless to say, a popular photo spot that’ll take shutterbugs to cloud nine. Get a close-up look of tulips of various species and shapes, all in one place. These include the spiky Fire Wings, the rounder Spryng Break, and unique Striped Crown with varicoloured stripes and speckles. Other species of florals from the Middle East – such as poppies and bellflowers – are also blooming within the same exhibit. Find out more about Tulipmania 2025 and book your tickets here.

Indulge in the spirit of camaraderie with a unique whisky experience at The Macallan House, nestled within the iconic Raffles Hotel Singapore. Delight in the rare opportunity of savouring a surprise dram, featuring exceptional Macallan expressions – some so rare and exclusive, you'd be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. To unlock this exclusive experience, sign up as a member of The Macallan Society and invite a fellow whisky enthusiast to join you before April 30. Beyond the rare sips, you’ll journey through an immersive, sensorial tour of The Macallan’s legacy, discovering its award-winning single malts like never before. Secure your spot by phoning 9776 2816. Discover more here.

Plan a family day out to New Art Museum Singapore for Wonders of Nature, the newest kid-friendly exhibition that highlights the significance of the natural world. Featuring works by eight international artists including Yayoi Kusama and Go Yayanagi, the exhibition unfolds across five sections, each offering interactive artworks and immersive projections that bring the beauty of nature to life through art.

Pet parents, get ready to spoil your furry companion (and your wallet) at Singapore’s biggest pet event. PetExpo 2025 brings together a wide range of pet-centric vendors, where you can stock up on food from brands like Ciao, Pet Cubes, Zesty Paws and more. You'll also find accessories and toys to pamper your four-legged friend. Join workshops and talks covering topics like low-stress dog grooming and massage techniques to keep your pet relaxed and happy. And if nothing else, it’s the perfect chance to take your furkid on an outing and meet fellow pet lovers. More information can be found here. 

This isn’t your typical love story – A French Kiss in Singapore is making its way to SOTA Drama Theatre from April 17 to 27 to spill the tea on four legendary French songwriters. From the stories behind their music to the moments that shaped their legendary careers, this musical lifts the veil on the lives of Charles Aznavour, Serge Gainsbourg, Jacques Brel, and Charles Trenet, the masterminds behind some of the most iconic pop hits. Directed by and starring Hossan Leong, alongside local stars Amin Alifin, Andrew Marko, Dwayne Lau, and Rino Junior John, this captivating revival breathes new life into classics like ‘Seasons in the Sun’, ‘Beyond the Sea’, and ‘Ne Me Quitte Pas’. Expect cheeky laughs, irresistible melodies, and a few gut-punching moments that might just have you dabbing away a tear. Don’t say we didn’t warn you. Find out more here.

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The PropNex Family Zone is a new 2,000-square-metre outdoor playground at Gardens by the Bay, designed for maximum fun and adventure for kids and kidults. Scale the Supertrees-inspired climbing towers that glow at night, have a go on the swings, and hop across installations shaped like kueh lapis and ang ku kueh. You’ll also notice bunny-themed elements here – a nod to the Families for Life mascot, Becky Bunny. The star of the playground is a pair of nine-metre-tall towers inspired by Gardens by the Bay’s iconic Supertrees. Young adventurers can scale the climbing nets and cross from one tower to the other via a wooden suspension bridge and zoom down a metal tube slide.

After a seven-month wait, Blue Bottle Coffee’s first permanent café in Singapore is finally open. The 42-seater is located with Japanese retail store Lumine in Raffles City, and begins welcoming guests today. Taking on Blue Bottle’s signature minimalistic design, the store features light wooden furnishings, a sweeping metallic coffee counter, and plenty of natural light let in through floor-to-ceiling windows. Here, you can cop the brand’s merchandise, including coffee cupping spoons, mugs, tote bags, matcha powder, and a range of coffee grounds. On the menu are nine freshly brewed espresso-based drinks (from $6.50), two cold brew options (from $7.50), and of course, Blue Bottle’s signature drip coffee which uses a special house blend ($10). Blue Bottle also has a range of pastries by Bakery Brera, including two Singapore exclusives – the coconut kouign-amann ($8) and pandan canelé with kaya. Find out more about Blue Bottle Coffee Singapore here.

One music festival is single-handedly keeping Singapore’s festival scene alive, and that's none other than Sunda Festival. Back for its third edition from April 17 to 19, the festival kicks off at MDLR before taking over the open spaces of Sarimbun Scout Camp. Expect an all-out experience packed with music, food, wellness activities, family-friendly workshops, and everything in between. Get your tickets here.

Kinokuniya’s affiliated stationery brand NBC Stationery & Gifts will be closing its Raffles City outlet on May 4, 2025, so take this chance to shop the store's closing sale. For those who are unfamiliar with the Japanese brand, it is well-loved for not just its wide range of premium Japanese stationery, but also its character-themed merch featuring IPs like Rilakkuma, Sumikko Gurashi, Studio Ghibli, Sanrio, Smiski, Mofusand and more. Think plushies, notebooks, stickers, blind box figurines, and even jigsaw puzzles that you typically wouldn’t be able to find elsewhere in Singapore. More updates can be found via NBC Stationery & Gifts’ Instagram page.

This year’s vOilah! France Singapore Festival celebrates 60 years of bilateral relations between France and Singapore. Look out for the Two Rivers and City of Others exhibition highlighting the cultural exchanges between both countries. French and Singaporean artists will also hold live theatrical performances, comedy shows, and musical productions. Find out more here.  

If cute storybook-like animal paintings are something that you can appreciate, be sure to visit Wisps in the Enchanted Garden – the first solo art exhibition by Tokyo painter Saito Sho that’s being held outside of Japan. In special preparation of this showcase, the artist himself travelled to Singapore on a maiden visit and used his experiences as inspiration for his newest artworks – think pandas swimming in Marina Bay Sands’ infinity pool, the Merlion lounging on a beach, and familiar local motifs like the durian. Catch this whimsical showcase at I.F. Gallery till the end of May. Find out more here.

Hold space for Wicked as the musical is arriving at our shores this March. Crowned as Broadway’s fourth longest-running production, Wicked follows the story of two witches, Elphaba and Galinda, in the time before and after Dorothy arrives in Oz. It delves into the intricate relationship between Elphaba, who transforms into the ‘Wicked Witch of the West’, and Galinda, who becomes ‘Glinda the Good’, while exploring the themes of identity and self-acceptance. Find out more about Wicked the musical in Singapore here.

J-hope of BTS will embark on his first solo world tour, ‘HOPE ON THE STAGE’, with Singapore as one of the pit stops – he will be performing at the Singapore Indoor Stadium for two nights, on April 26 and 27, 2025. Find out more here.