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Sultan Shoal Lighthouse Tour

23 May • 09:00am

Embark on a sea adventure to Sultan Shoal Lighthouse, passing iconic islands like Pulau Bukom and Jurong Island. Discover maritime heritage, stunning sea views, and receive an exclusive gift after the tour—reserve your spot today!

Sunken Treasures: Shipwrecks and Artefacts that Shaped Singapore’s Maritime Legacy

9 May • 11:00am

Join marine archaeologist Dr. Michael Flecker to learn about historic shipwrecks in the Singapore Straits like the Empress of Asia and their recovered artefacts, highlighting Singapore’s maritime heritage and global trade significance as early as the 1300s.

TASTES OF THE TIDES: Laksa Siglap & the Flavours of Coastal Kampongs by Emylia Safian & Minh Le Tien from Seia Home Dining

2 May • 11:15am

Discover Laksa Siglap, a rare coastal dish from Kampong Siglap, in this hands-on workshop. Families will explore fragrant herbs, kerisik (toasted coconut), fish paste, and a Malay fishing song “Ikan Kekek”, uncovering Singapore’s rich maritime culinary heritage.

Tea Appreciation Workshop: A Journey through the history of Bak Kut Teh with Song Fa and Pek Sin Choon

15, 22 May • 03:00pm

Experience the history of Bak Kut Teh through a curated journey of food and tea, shaped by Singapore’s maritime trade. Discover how tea connected people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and regions across early trade routes.

Temasek Shophouse: Let's Explore the Neighbourhood

16 May • 04:00pm

Walk the hidden heritage of Orchard–Bras Basah with a local guide, uncovering stories of migration, community, and everyday lives that shaped Singapore's landscape.

Teochew Youth Leaders Summit

21 May • 07:00pm

A youth-focused programme exploring Chinese and Teochew heritage, migration roots, and the future of Chinese cultural communities in Singapore.

The Fullerton Heritage Spice Trail

9, 23 May • 10:00am

Discover hidden stories and explore the historic spice trade routes that once flowed through one of Singapore's most iconic precincts on this exclusive 90-minute walking tour. 

The Lee Wee & Brothers Story

2, 9, 15, 20 May • 10:00am

2, 9, 15, 20 May • 01:00pm

Explore Singapore’s Mackerel Fish Otah heritage with Lee Wee & Brothers, tracing their journey from hawker stall to a recognised manufacturer. Enjoy exclusive access to their Central Kitchen for a behind-the-scenes tour and a hands-on Otah-making workshop. Taste and celebrate the artistry, tradition, and innovation defining this beloved local snack.

The Lost Anchorage: Telok Ayer to Padang

9, 16, 23 May • 04:00pm

This guided walk traces Singapore’s 1840s shoreline as a lens to explore how a port city was shaped by migration, trade, faith, labour, and land reclamation, using historic map overlays to reveal where the sea once met today’s streets.

The Port Orchestra

8 May • 07:00pm

23 May • 06:30pm

The Port Orchestra by Artusik is a 45-minute interactive mini-musical celebrating Singapore’s maritime heritage. Using a multiethnic ensemble, festival-goers play along with short port stories, creating a lively, family-friendly, and immersive musical experience for all ages.