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With November here, we are officially entering the holiday season of 2025. And that means big sales, events and celebrations kicking off all across Singapore! Here is a list of things we are looking forward to in this new month.
1. The Christmas Atelier 2025
In the blink of an eye, the most wonderful time of the year is upon us again. Returning for its 7th edition, The Christmas Atelier is a holiday market featuring 100 local artisanal brands. Located at The Cube, Asia Square, this Christmas wonderland will be open from 27 Nov to 30 Nov with a ‘Candy Emporium‘ theme.
Beyond just shopping for Christmas goodies that include food & beverage, fashion and home products, visitors can also look forward to aesthetic installations, photo opportunities and live Christmas carols. Entry to this event is ticketed, but grants you access to a 2.5-hour shopping slot, a Yeo’s drink, a S$5 voucher with minimum spending of S$100, and entry to a lucky draw.
A single entry ticket is priced at S$10, but buying bundles of 2, 3 or 4 will reduce the price of each ticket. You might want to get some friends along for this! For ticket pricing and purchase information, refer to this Klook page.
8 Marina View, Asia Square, The Cube, Singapore 018960
Thu to Sat (27 to 29 Nov): 11am – 9pm
Sun (30 Nov): 11am – 8pm
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2. Singapore Art Book Fair 2025
The annual Singapore Art Book Fair is back again from 31 Oct to 2 Nov, 12pm – 8pm. This multi-day event is a celebration of modern art books and zines, and is one of the leading art book fairs in Asia.
Over here, you can expect to find booths by exhibitors from Singapore and around the world, including artists, galleries, zinemakers and printmakers. I have personally visited the Singapore Art Book Fair in previous years and loved browsing the unique books, products and art pieces on sale here.
Beyond just the numerous vendors and designers you get to interact with, there are also workshops you can sign up for this year. If you are interested in having hands-on experience with bookmaking, bookbinding or printing, you can register here for a fee.
Entry to the Singapore Book Fair costs S$8 and you can purchase tickets on-site. This gives you all-day access to the fair on the day of purchase.
39 Keppel Road, New Art Museum Singapore, #05-03/06, Singapore 089065
Fri to Sun (31 Oct to 1 Nov): 12pm – 8pm
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3. Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us
If you’ve somehow missed the opening of this colossal exhibition in October, we’ve got you covered. Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us is the largest dinosaur exhibition that has ever been held at Science Centre Singapore. In fact, you get to explore 2 exhibitions for the price of 1.
This is a must-see if you’re a dinosaur fan, and you can expect to be in awe at the 90+ artefacts and full-scale displays. You can book your tickets to this Jurassic experience here.
15 Science Centre Road, Science Centre Singapore, Singapore 609081
+65 6425 2500
Tue to Sun: 10am – 5pm
Closed on Mon
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4. Sunflower Surprise at Flower Dome
Looking for a fresh view instead? Head over to Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay from now till 16 Nov, where there is a Sunflower Surprise. Featuring vibrant fields of sunflowers and marigolds, as well as iconic buildings from Jaipur, India, this will be a feast for your eyes.
To gain access to Sunflower Surprise, you just need to purchase an entry ticket to Flower Dome, which is open daily from 9am to 9pm. Tickets are available here.
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Flower Dome, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
Daily: 9am – 9pm
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5. Alice: Into The New World
Those of you who love the whimsical world of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ will love the Alice: Into the New World immersive experience. Here, you get to be Alice and step into a fantastical exhibition powered by 5 enormous projector screens.
You will be surrounded by breathtaking visuals presented in 2D and 3D, which honestly also reminded me of some elements from the Netflix series ‘Alice in Borderland’. But this exhibition is more than just a visual journey; it’s a multisensory one.
You can expect to hear a beautiful soundtrack by a K-pop producer throughout your time in this new world and be fully immersed in the wonderland.
Alice: Into the New World will be running daily from 31 Oct to 30 Nov, with entry tickets for local adults priced at S$28. The timings for this exhibition vary from day to day, so do check the schedule before buying your tickets.
600 North Bridge Road, Parkview Square, 3rd Floor, Singapore 188778
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun: 12pm – 3pm
Tue, Thu, Sat: 3pm – 6pm
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6. Cempedak Island’s Murder Mystery Weekend
This is for those of you who have always dreamed of being part of a whodunnit like ‘Knives Out’. From 7 to 9 Nov, Cempedak Island invites guests for a Murder Mystery Weekend, where the entire island will be turned into a setting for a murder mystery game, complete with professional actors.
The experience will bring guests from Tanah Merah Ferry Terminal to Cempedak Island, which is a private island resort just off the east coast of Bintan. Participants who take the 11.10am ferry on 7 Nov might even get their first clue on the way.
Aside from the mystery game itself, there are also many activities to look forward to on the island, such as adventure walks, rock climbing, snorkelling, and tennis. You can also relax with wellness activities such as yoga and Pilates, and enjoy gourmet meals and cocktails by the sea.
If you’d like to spend a Murder Mystery Weekend at Cempedak Island, you can find the full pricing and booking details here.
7. Kulnari Mystery Golf
If you’re a little less adventurous, but want to still get your mystery fix, consider a day participating in Kulnari Mystery Golf. This interesting experience combines minigolfing, puzzle solving, storytelling and dining.
As you step into the interior that resembles a film set, you will be transported to a 1920s Boat Quay. Over here, you will go through an 18-hole mini golf course, running through alleyways, teahouses and crime scenes. There is also a bar where you can take a pause and make your deductions while sipping on cocktails.
You can also choose to top up and complete your experience with a 4-course meal at the end. Tickets for the minigolf experience are priced at S$35 for adults, while packages that come with dinner start at S$90.
Book your tickets and timeslot here.
51B Circular Road, Singapore 049406
+65 8126 5509
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8. Time To Fly Travel Fair 2025
Perhaps you are already thinking of your travel plans for 2026. Well, the first week of November is actually the perfect time to make plans, since around 380,000 flight tickets are on discount until 6 Nov.
As part of the Time To Fly Travel Fair 2025, there will be online sales where you can find discounted flight tickets from Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Scoot. This includes more than 200,000 return tickets from SIA to 77 global destinations, and 180,000 one-way tickets from Scoot to 61 destinations.
You can check out the sales on SIA and Scoot’s websites.
9. 60th Anniversary Menu at Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Singapore isn’t the only one celebrating its 60th year this year. Ruth’s Chris Steak House is also celebrating its 60th anniversary with a limited-time festive menu. Diners can look forward to tasty appetisers like the Sizzlin’ Blue Crab Cake, Sizzlin’ Jumbo Scallop and Oyster Rockefeller, as well as an aperitif welcome drink.
Afterwards, indulge in a succulent main course of Petite Filet with Truffle Crust, served with a side of Mashed Potatoes, Pan Roasted Wild Mushrooms or Grilled Asparagus with Hollandaise. This 6oz steak is seared at 980°C and brought to the table on a 260°C sizzling plate, keeping its temperature and juiciness from start to finish.
Finally, diners can complete their meal with Ruth’s Dessert, the restaurant’s signature cheesecake that will leave them with 6 decades of warmth and legacy. For a limited time only, this special menu is available at S$198++ per person.
There is also a social media giveaway where 1 lucky winner can receive 2 sets of this 60th Anniversary Menu. Participants simply need to follow the restaurant’s Instagram, post their favourite moment at Ruth’s Chris Steak House and tag them for a chance to win. The winner will be announced on 30 Nov.
Make your reservations here.
6 Raffles Boulevard, Park Royal Collection Marina Bay, 4th Level, Singapore 039594
+65 6336 9093
Daily: 12pm – 2.30pm & 5.30pm – 9.45pm
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10. Explore the revamped *SCAPE
The centre of Orchard Road’s youth-centric activities – *SCAPE, is officially reopening on 8 Nov after 3 years of upgrading works. There is now more space for youth events and hangouts, but there are also new stores here offering fresh food & beverage choices.
From bubble tea stores to snack corners to cafes, you’ll have plenty of things to try while chilling at this cool spot. For a preview of what to expect at the new *SCAPE, read our article below.
2 Orchard Link, #04-05, Singapore 237978
+65 6309 3737
Daily: 10.30am – 10.30pm
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11. Singapore Urban Sports + Fitness Festival 2025
The Singapore Urban Sports + Fitness Festival (SGUSFF) is back with its second edition, taking place over 3 weekends in November this year. For the uninitiated, this is a huge festival with a collection of sporting events happening on the weekends of 15 – 30 Nov.
This year, SGUSFF has worked with over 20 partners to host more diverse events. This includes bouldering competitions, powerlifting events, dance performances, BMX contests, street floorball, HYROX races and more.
Whether you are keen to try out a new sport, participate in a competition or spectate at any of the sporting events, you can find out more information on the USFF website.
Multiple locations
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12. Singapore Clay Festival 2025
If you’re less sporty and more artsy, this is something you might be interested in. Happening from 7 to 9 Nov, the Singapore Clay Festival invites passionate clay makers to a series of curated programmes and exhibitions.
This includes the Clay Makers’ Market, featuring ceramic works from more than 200 potters, ceramists and craftspeople. Who knows? You might find your next ceramic piece to add to your collection here.
Also, there are beginner-friendly workshops you can sign up for. This includes learning to make Speckled Clay Dishes, painting Peranakan Shophouse ornaments, and creating wearable Porcelain Pins. For more information on the workshops, click here.
For all other ticket pricings and purchases, refer here.
1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Level 7, Multipurpose Hall, Singapore 018906
Fri & Sat (7 & 8 Nov): 11am – 9pm
Sun (9 Nov): 11am – 6pm
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13. Fat Cow’s New Wagyu Omakase
Japanese steakhouse Fat Cow has recently launched a new 6-course Wagyu Omakase menu. What makes this different from the restaurant’s usual offerings is its focus on premium A5 wagyu with distinct characteristics.
For example, the Akune A5 Wagyu Handroll is Kagoshima beef wrapped in Korean seaweed and topped with Kaluga caviar. With a combination of lightly grilled wagyu and gochujang sauce, diners will experience mouthfuls of flavour with a spicy accent.
Another highlight of the menu is the Charcoal-grilled Namiki A5 Wagyu Steak, which is a rare thick-cut striploin originating from the Aomori prefecture, served with a special Sri Lankan black pepper sauce.
If reading this makes you hungry already, you can make your reservations on their website for S$238++ per pax.
1 Orchard Boulevard, Camden Medical Centre, #01-01/02, Singapore 248649
+65 6735 0308
Daily: 12pm, 6pm & 8pm
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14. Anime Festival Asia (AFA) 2025
Anime fans probably already know this, but the annual Anime Festival Asia (AFA) is back again from 28 to 30 Nov. If you’re interested in anime or Japanese pop culture and are free on that weekend, this could be fun for you.
From exhibitions to concerts to meet & greets, this 3-day convention is packed with activities. starting at an early-bird price of S$22 for one-day access to the convention hall. There are also S$35 tickets for access to the day stage featuring panels and performances by Japan’s finest voice actors and actresses.
Finally, experience 3 nights of exhilarating J-Pop and anisong hits with AFA’s I Love Anisong Music Festival, featuring guests like May’n, Hachioji-P, and SPYAIR. Tickets start at S$158 for 1 night. Buy yours on Ticketmaster.
1 Raffles Boulevard, Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Singapore 039593
Fri to Sun (28 to 30 Nov): 10am – 8pm
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15. Watch some November movies
Summer blockbuster movie season might have been over for a few months, but fall movie season is here. There are quite a number of highly anticipated movies showing in theatres in November, which might just make me visit the cinema every week.
For example, the remake of the 1987 classic, The Running Man, is dropping on 6 Nov and stars Glen Powell as the main character in this dystopian action thriller. Wicked: For Good is the second part to last year’s ‘Wicked’, and continues the story of the beloved musical on 20 Nov.
The animated Zootopia 2 releases on 27 Nov, which I hope is as good or better than the original. Some other movies I might also check out are Predator: Badlands and Now You See Me: Now You Don’t. If you’re a movie lover like me, it’s time to start planning your movie dates.
16. 11.11 and Black Friday sales
November is arguably the biggest month in the year for shopping sales. With the annual 11.11 (11 Nov) sales, you can expect to find deals on clothes, tech, furniture, accessories and virtually anything you might want to buy.
The same goes for Black Friday, which falls on 28 Nov this year. Black Friday sales usually last the whole weekend and extend into Cyber Monday, so you can expect to shop till you drop until 1 Dec.
Make sure to keep a lookout on your favourite platforms for announcements about these upcoming sales, and prepare your wallets for some damage.
17. National Gallery Singapore’s 10th Birthday Bash
Did you know? National Gallery Singapore is celebrating its 10th birthday this year! For this special occasion, they will be holding a Birthday Bash on 15 & 16 Nov, with a number of free activities.
For example, all existing exhibitions will be open to the public for free. There will also be a Birthday Bash Market featuring 13 local brands, where you can find unique creations from art-inspired treats to specially crafted jewellery.
There will even be a Milo Van, Old Chang Kee Food Truck, and DJ sets after dark. For kids, they can also look forward to Animal Face and Hand Painting activities. For the full list of happenings over the weekend, visit the Gallery’s website.
1 St Andrew’s Road, National Gallery Singapore, Singapore 178957
+65 6271 7000
Sat & Sun (15 & 16 Nov): 10am – 10pm
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18. GREEN-HOUSE 2025
Singapore’s largest sustainability and lifestyle event, GREEN-HOUSE 2025 rolls in on the weekend of 8 & 9 Nov. Highlights include a life-sized 3D-printed Mercedes-Benz G-Class made from 40,531 recycled PET bottles by Editecture, over 40 free workshops and talks, and coral conservation merch supporting NParks’ 100K Coral Initiative. Join the City Trail Adventure with Teva, the “Eat Well, Live Smart” cooking sessions by Samsung, and live music and fashion showcases featuring lewloh and Aarika Lee. Discover, create and swap your way to a greener lifestyle. Sign up for free sessions at Eventbrite.
28 Orchard Road, Temasek Shophouse, Singapore 238832
Sat & Sun (8 & 9 Nov): 10am – 8pm
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19. Dreams of Wonder at Raffles City
The holiday season is here, which means that shopping season is also here. And from 6 Nov to 31 Dec, Raffles City invites shoppers to its enchanting destination filled with Christmas-themed retail experiences, pop-ups and installations. Dubbed ‘Dreams of Wonder‘, the luxurious mall will be turned into a wonderland of style, beauty and imagination.
Over here, shoppers can look forward to festive installations that are part of Parfums Christian Dior’s The Circus of Dreams. Beyond just being photo spots, there is also a space where you can get complimentary Christmas beverages and popcorn, with a purchase of any Parfums Christian Dior product. There is also a Stamp Mailing Station and free gift engraving services for you to personalise your gifts.
Across the mall, you can also find Christmas-themed retail products and food & beverage offerings. There are also rewards and prizes to be won. For example, spending a minimum of S$100 in a single receipt will earn you a chance to have your expenses paid for by Raffles City, up to a cap of S$5,000 in eCapitaVouchers.
For full details on all the deals and happenings at Raffles City, click here.
20. Christmas on A Great Street 2025
After all the biggest November events and sales, Christmas will soon arrive with its festivities. And the celebrations will begin as early as November!
Just like every year since 1984, Orchard Road will transform into Christmas on A Great Street, complete with beautiful light-ups, Christmas markets and decorations. From 8 Nov to 1 Jan, you can take night walks along Orchard Road under the festive lights and bask in the warm Christmas vibes.
There will also be live music performances, projection shows and 2 Christmas Villages with games, rides and treats. Stay tuned for more info.
Orchard Road
+65 8917 7823
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21. Gardens by the Bay Christmas Train Show
Another Christmas event that starts in November will take you back to Gardens by the Bay! The Christmas Train Show returns after its debut last year and promises to be a magical display of trains from Denmark, the USA and Singapore.
As you enter the Flower Dome this time, you will be greeted with a different landscape, as snow, Christmas trees and poinsettias fill the surroundings. If you’re not experiencing Christmas snow elsewhere, why not experience some here?
18 Marina Gardens Drive, Flower Dome, Singapore 018953
+65 6420 6848
Daily: 9am – 9pm
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