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Sail the Currents that Shape Us

1 - 24 May 2026

Discover our maritime heritage at Singapore HeritageFest 2026! Through islandwide cultural performances, scenic water and land tours, guided trails, workshops and exhibitions, SHF 2026 reveals Singapore's deep connection to the sea and the vibrant communities that made us a global maritime hub.


Don't miss our festival highlight, HOMEGROUND @ ACM Green, which brings Singapore's living maritime traditions alive through a central exhibition and interactive weekend programmes. Keep an eye out for Pitta, the SHF 2026 mascot, across the island and you could stand a chance to win a limited-edition SHF keepsake at HOMEGROUND.


Tickets go on sale 22 April 2026, 12pm. Mark your calendars! Hit the ‘Subscribe’ button on the top right to be the first to know when tickets are available and join us on a journey through Singapore's fascinating maritime story!

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Highlights

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.

A Lighter Side of History: Our Trading Port

23 May • 09:30am

Explore Singapore's maritime heritage from a trading post to busy waterway. Experience a curator-led tour of the “Once Upon a Tide” exhibition before going on an exclusive Singapore Strait expedition and a visit to Sisters' Islands Marine Park.

HOMEGROUND @ ACM Green

24 Apr - 24 May • 10:00am

HOMEGROUND @ ACM GREEN brings maritime heritage to life through an immersive festival village with performances, retail, food, drinks and hands-on activities. Happens every Friday and Saturday, 5pm to 10pm from 1 - 24 May.

Once Upon a Maritime Heritage Mural

25 Apr - 3 May • 08:00am

Immerse yourself in Singapore’s maritime heritage through fascinating illustrations of Malay folktales!

Port of Dreams

9 - 10, 16 - 17, 23 - 24 May • 02:00pm

9 - 10, 16 - 17, 23 - 24 May • 03:30pm

9 - 10, 16 - 17, 23 - 24 May • 05:00pm

Step into the heart of Clifford Pier and Fullerton Bay Hotel with Port of Dreams, a lively promenade performance where Singapore’s history refuses to stay in the books! Perfect for families and history buffs alike.

Port to Plate

1 - 2 May • 04:30pm

1 - 2 May • 06:00pm

Port to Plate is a walking theatre performance based on Singapore’s hawker heritage, particularly the stories found near the mouth of the Singapore River. Set in the 1930s, we take a group of aspiring hawkers on a walk around the bustling area to prepare them to set up their very own stalls. Along the way, we meet different characters who tell us about life near the Singapore River in the 1930s.

SHIPPED: Memoirs from Our Maritime World

1 - 24 May • 10:00am

1 - 24 May • 11:00am

Explore Southeast Asia’s seafaring past through submerged treasures and underwater discoveries. This special showcase traces journeys of trade, craft, and culture shaped by regional sea routes, human hands, and presents maritime archaeology as a way to understand global connections, heritage, and the ethics of underwater discovery.

WOVEN WAVES: Reading Stories in Batik by Aqilah Zailan

1 - 2 May • 09:00am

Discover maritime stories hidden in batik motifs in this hands-on family workshop. Learn to decode symbols once used by seafarers and create your own story-cloth using stamps inspired by clouds, waves and sea creatures from Southeast Asian maritime traditions.

Archaeology 101!

21 May, 28 May, 4, 11 Jun • 10:00am

New to archaeology? This four-week primer introduces Singapore’s archaeology through engaging theory and hands-on post-excavation work. Learn about artefacts, materials, vessels, and motifs while gaining six hours of practical processing experience designed for curious beginners.