What to do this weekend (Sept 8 to 10)
Enjoy a whimsical Mid-Autumn Festival celebration with your favourite Sanrio characters at VivoCity.
PHOTO: VivoCity
PUBLISHED ONSeptember 07, 2023 8:08 AMByJanelle Yong
Ready for the weekend? Here's what you can look forward to this week.
1. Garden of Lights with Sanrio characters
Experience larger-than-life illuminated displays and radiant blooms with your favourite Sanrio characters at VivoCity's Sky Park this Mid-Autumn festival.
Stroll down the 50-meter-long illuminated Sanrio Characters Friendship Bridge, be wowed by a towering seven-metre-tall Hello Kitty atop a radiant blossom in a flower-shaped garden maze, explore a larger-than-life garden where beloved Sanrio characters have fun, and more.
Date: Till Oct 1
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2. Singapore River Festival
Celebrate the seventh edition of Singapore River Festival with vibrant lights and colours.
Back as a physical festival for the first time since 2019, the festival will see Clarke Quay, Boat Quay and Robertson Quay illuminated by dazzling light displays.
You can also look forward to plenty of delicious food, captivating music and performances, and Augmented Reality (AR) experiences, invigorating wellness activities and much more.
Date: Till Oct 1
Find out more here
3. POP TOY SHOW Singapore 2023
Calling all collectors and toy lovers: The inaugural POP TOY SHOW Singapore is here this weekend.
Described as the the ultimate gathering for toy enthusiasts and pop culture aficionados, the exhibition boasts over 50 artists, toy designers and international toy brands showcasing their latest masterpieces.
You'll also have the opportunity to get your hands on exclusive premiums, from limited-edition collectibles to rare figurines and more.
Date: Sept 8 to 10
Find out more here
4. Dementia Singapore's Family Fiesta Carnival
Enjoy a family day out at social service agency Dementia Singapore's first-ever Family Fiesta Carnival.
Taking place at Our Tampines Hub (OTH) this Saturday, the carnival transforms the OTH field into a giant inflatable playground for both kids and the young-at-heart. There will also be free carnival snacks for you to enjoy like ice cream, kacang puteh, popcorn and candy floss.
Entry to the carnival is free of charge if you sign up as a Dementia Singapore CARA member. Simply download the "CARA SG" app in Google Play Store or Apple App Store and register as a member free of charge.
Date: Sept 9 September
Time: 10am to 3.30pm
Find out more here
This article was first published in Wonderwall,sg.