Programmes & Workshops

1, 10 May • 02:00pm

10 May • 03:00pm

10 May • 04:00pm

17 - 18 May • 07:00pm

24 - 25 May • 08:00pm

Experience its grandeur through behind-the-scenes demonstrations, and interactive workshops conducted by master artists from India in Kathakali Festival 2025.

Rites of Passage

17, 24 May • 11:00am

Journey through life's ceremonial milestones in this immersive exhibition exploring how Singapore's diverse communities mark significant transitions. From birth to coming-of-age, marriage, and beyond, discover how these ritual traditions continue to adapt while maintaining their cultural significance across generations.

Scents of the Spice Route

Follow the fragrant trail of the spice route and discover how scents preserve stories, rituals, and regional traditions.

Silambam Workshop

4, 11, 18 May • 02:00pm

Unleash your inner warrior and explore Silambam, a dynamic martial art that embodies Singapore's living cultural heritage.

The Art of Chinese Incense Making

Explore the Chinese tradition of incense making, steeped in history, by transforming herbs and resins into fragrant sticks that carry centuries of wisdom.

The Bangsawan Renaissance

1 - 2, 4 - 9, 11 - 16, 18 - 23, 25 May • 02:00pm

Journey through the vibrant world of traditional Malay opera, experiencing its renaissance through immersive workshops and performances.

The Cosmopolitan Malay World through the Muslim Heritage of Kampong Gelam: Gravestone styles, writing scripts and calligraphic art at Jalan Kubor Cemetery

10 May • 10:00am

A Public Seminar on the cultural and artistic legacies of Jalan Kubor Cemetery gravestones – the variety of gravestone types and their artistic aspects as seen through Arabic calligraphy and Jawi, Bugis, Javanese, Gujarati and Chinese scripts - drawing upon examples found in Jalan Kubor Muslim gravestones.

The Evolution of Wushu

11, 18 May • 11:30am

From traditional art to modern sport, come on an exciting journey that traces Wushu's dynamic journey and transform into a martial arts warrior through hands on learning.

The Heritage of Javanese Jamu Wellness and Birthing Traditions

10, 24 - 25 May • 10:00am

10 May • 11:40am

17 May • 09:00am

A series of activities to present and showcase The Heritage of Javanese Jamu Wellness and Birthing Tradition.

The Hidden Heritage of Waterloo Street

11 May • 12:00pm

17 May • 02:30pm

24 May • 05:00pm

Unveil the unseen world of Waterloo Street's hidden traditions, and explore the unique stalls and supernatural practices that whisper stories of Singapore's cultural spirit.