A Light Between Rains

15 - 16, 23, 30 May • 06:15pm

22, 29 May • 05:15pm

Set between shifting monsoons, A Light Between Rains unfolds as a vibrant, participatory theatrical procession – an act of collective world-building that invites audiences into a moving celebration of creativity, community and connection.

A Bump Through Time

9, 16, 23 May • 03:30pm

9, 16, 23 May • 05:00pm

9, 16, 23 May • 07:00pm

9, 16, 23 May • 08:30pm

Blending performance, play and place, A Bump Through Time invites audiences to experience the Singapore River beyond the usual sights; through the people, trades and small moments that once defined the river; on a moving bumboat.

AMACHA

1 - 24 May • 10:30am

AMACHA presents Inner Warmth, a signature drink inspired by the movement of spices along maritime trade routes for SHF26. Blending ginger, red dates and longan, this modern herbal tea reflects Traditional Chinese practices and the cultural exchanges that shaped everyday rituals in Singapore.

Arab Peranakan Musical Performance

22 May • 06:30pm

Musical performance by a band made up of a singer, an Oud player and a percussionist from the Arab Peranakan community in Singapore. They will perform 7 to 8 songs that are popular within the local Arab Peranakan community that are commonly played during family gatherings like weddings.

Brani by Boat: Stories and Flavours of the Sea

24 May • 05:00pm

Explore Pulau Brani’s rich maritime heritage through docked boat lunches and guided dinner sea tours. Enjoy traditional island dishes, storytelling, documentary screenings, and thematic discussions celebrating cultural identity and community, all from Marina @ Keppel Bay.

BraveSails SB20! by Singapore Sailing and Sport Singapore

3 May • 10:00am

3 May • 11:30am

Ready to feel the wind in your hair? Be introduced to the wonderful world of sailing! Join us for BraveSails SB20!, a fun, hands-on sailing experience perfect for beginners, first-timers, and anyone looking to try something new!

Cherita Singapura

2 May • 06:00pm

The story of how Singapore got its name is given a Kathakali twist in this presentation. Audiences will witness how the performers enact the wonders of nature and the perils at sea using movement, mudras (hand gestures) and abhinaya (facial expressions).

CHOLA 1025CE: A Maritime Combat Odyssey

22 May • 07:00pm

The Chola naval expansion acted as a maritime bridge, connecting the distinct lineages of Silambam, Silat, and Muay Boran. While each art maintained its unique heritage, this era of trade and conquest fostered a cross-pollination of techniques, amalgamating ancient warrior sciences.

Coffee Around the World: Singapore’s Maritime Trade Routes

23 May • 10:00am

This programme explores Singapore’s role as a historic maritime hub in the global coffee trade, tracing how green coffee beans travelled by sea from producing countries to Southeast Asia, and how port infrastructure, warehousing, and roasting shaped local coffee culture.

Culture Beats

9, 17 May • 06:30pm

9, 17 May • 07:30pm

Artusik Multiethnic Ensemble presents a 30-minute busking-style set showcasing Chinese, Malay, Indian, and Western instruments, including chromatic gamelan. Blending heritage-inspired pieces with popular songs such as Indonesian pop and Can’t Help Falling in Love, and supported by on-site informational posters, it offers an engaging, accessible musical experience for passersby in an open outdoor setting.