If you are looking for things to do in Singapore this week, there is plenty happening across the city. Here are five events worth adding to your plans from 24 to 30 August 2026.
1. Lilytopia 2026
Gardens by the Bay’s annual lily showcase returns to the Flower Dome, this time transporting visitors to ancient Egypt.
Running from 21 August to 27 September, Lilytopia 2026 draws inspiration from the Nile and the role water lilies played in ancient Egyptian culture. Look out for colourful lilies alongside a 4.5-metre-tall façade inspired by the Great Temple of Abu Simbel, hieroglyph-covered structures, statues of Egyptian deities and a solar barque associated with the sun god Ra.
Date: 21 August to 27 September 2026
Time: 9am to 9pm
Location: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Tickets: Flower Dome admission applies
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2. GREEN-HOUSE Festival 2026
Sustainable living takes centre stage at GREEN-HOUSE Festival 2026, returning to Temasek Shophouse from 28 to 30 August.
The free-entry festival brings together 74 local brands spanning food, fashion, beauty, home and lifestyle. Beyond browsing the marketplace, visitors can take part in workshops and interactive experiences centred around practical ways to live with less waste.
There are plenty of hands-on activities across the weekend too, including sessions on growing microgreens, making natural incense and creating a herbal dehumidifier.
Date: 28 to 30 August 2026
Time: 6pm to 10pm on Friday; 11am to 10pm on Saturday and Sunday
Location: Temasek Shophouse, 28 Orchard Road
Tickets: Free admission
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3. Singapore Art Book Fair 2026
For art, design and print lovers, the Singapore Art Book Fair returns for a smaller-scale edition at T:>Works this weekend.
Founded in 2013, the annual fair celebrates contemporary art books and zines, bringing together independent publishers, artists, designers and zinemakers. This year’s edition features 43 exhibitors, making it a good place to browse publications and discover independent creatives from Singapore and beyond.
Date: 28 to 30 August 2026
Time: 12pm to 7pm
Location: T:>Works, 72-13 Mohamed Sultan Road
Tickets: $8
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4. Village Encounters @ Holland Village
Holland Village is getting a weekend takeover with Village Encounters, the first precinct pop-up under District After Dark.
Taking place across Lorong Mambong and Lorong Liput, the two-day event turns the neighbourhood into a day-to-night playground with social games, live DJ sets, neon face painting and a communal Art Jam Backdrop.
There is even a pet-friendly Paw Quest Zone, making this one you can consider if you are heading out with your furry companion. Entry to the festival itself is free, while a Festival Pass unlocks additional perks at participating Holland Village merchants.
Date: 29 to 30 August 2026
Time: 4pm to 10pm
Location: Holland Village, Lorong Mambong and Lorong Liput
Tickets: Free admission
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5. UOB Artbeat
Another one for art lovers, UOB Artbeat makes its debut at Artspace@Helutrans with a mix of exhibitions, interactive experiences and hands-on workshops.
Visitors can explore the 2026 UOB Painting of the Year Emerging Artists Finalists’ Showcase and works from the UOB Art Collection, including a spotlight on Cultural Medallion recipient Goh Beng Kwan.
There are also art conservation workshops that take visitors behind the scenes of how artworks are examined and preserved. On 29 August, UOB Artbeat will stay open until 9pm as part of Art After Hours, with additional activities taking place across Tanjong Pagar Distripark.
Date: 29 to 30 August and 4 to 6 September 2026
Time: 11am to 6pm; extended until 9pm on 29 August
Location: Artspace@Helutrans, 39 Keppel Road, #01-05, Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Tickets: Free admission
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Whether you are looking to spend the weekend browsing art and independent publications or simply want somewhere new to explore, there is plenty happening around Singapore this week.
For more ideas beyond the weekend, check out our guide to 10 things to do in Singapore this August.