Looking for things to do in Singapore this November? From craft festivals and pop-up stores to Christmas fairs and live performances, there are plenty of reasons to get out and explore.
Whether you’re planning a weekend date, catching up with friends or starting your Christmas shopping, we’ve rounded up 20 things to add to your calendar. Browse handmade ceramics or spend an afternoon discovering homegrown brands.
Here’s our guide to making the most of November in Singapore.
Festivals
1. Singapore Clay Festival (6–8 Nov)
If you love handmade tableware and one-of-a-kind home accessories, make a stop at Singapore Clay Festival. Its Clay Makers’ Market brings together more than 200 potters, with works ranging from pieces by established ceramic artists to creations by hobbyists.
Beyond shopping, look out for exhibitions, workshops and pottery demonstrations. It’s a chance to learn a little more about the craft behind the pieces you bring home.
Dates: 6–8 November 2026
Venue: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, Multi-Purpose Hall, Level 7
Time: 11am–9pm on 6–7 November; 11am–6pm on 8 November
Admission: Tickets starting from $10
2. Explore Malay Heritage at Teroka Nusantara Festival (6–8 Nov)
Head to the Malay Heritage Centre for the inaugural Teroka Nusantara Festival, themed Rumah Orang Kita, or “A Home for Our Community”.
The weekend brings together performances, talks, workshops and family activities exploring the shared heritage of the Malay World. Browse the Teroka Bazaar, discover cultural booths or catch a music-and-dance showcase featuring groups from Singapore and the region.
Dates: 6–8 November 2026
Venue: Malay Heritage Centre
Time: 10am–10pm. The bazaar runs from 2pm–10pm
Admission: Free, with some ticketed programmes.
3. Singapore Cat Festival (7–8 Nov)
Cat lovers, this one’s for you! Singapore Cat Festival returns to Singapore EXPO with a marketplace and experiences celebrating Singapore’s cat community.
Set aside some time to browse, rather than squeezing this into a quick shopping stop. Check the organiser’s latest programme and visitor guidelines before bringing your own cat along.
Dates: 7–8 November 2026
Venue: Singapore EXPO, Hall 6
Time: 10am–8pm daily
Tickets: Free for children below 12; $7 – $15 (early Purr price); $8 (1 Day), $18 (2 Day, with priority admission)
4. vOilah! French Film Festival (12–29 Nov)
Swap your usual movie night for a French film at the 42nd vOilah! French Film Festival.
Presented by the Embassy of France in Singapore, the festival features a mix of historical stories, contemporary films, classics and animation. Screenings take place across cinemas and community venues, with selected free screenings offering an easy introduction to French cinema.
Dates: 12–29 November 2026
Venue: Various locations, including Alliance Française and participating cinemas
Time: Varies by screening; check the official film schedule
Admission: A mix of free and ticketed screenings.
5. Anime Festival Asia (27–29 Nov)
Anime Festival Asia returns to Suntec Singapore for three days of Japanese pop culture, exhibitions and entertainment.
Browse the exhibition, explore merchandise booths and plan your visit around the experiences you’re most excited about. Pay attention to the ticket categories – access depend on the ticket or package purchased.
Dates: 27–29 November 2026
Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Halls 401–406
Time: 10am–8pm for the exhibition; check separate performance schedules
Admission: S$26.50 (Standard), S$38 (Exhibition + Stage), S$103 – S$173 (Concert)
Markets & Fairs
6. Singapore Book Street (2–8 Nov)
Bookworms can browse more than 1,200 local titles at the inaugural Singapore Book Street. Bringing together over 40 homegrown publishers, the fair showcases work across Singapore’s four official languages.
The programme also includes literary activities and opportunities to meet writers and illustrators.
Dates: 2–8 November 2026
Venue: VivoCity, Level 1 Central Court
Time: 10am–10pm
Admission: Free
7. Singapore Coffee Week (5–8 Nov)
Make your next coffee outing a little different at Singapore Coffee Week. The four-day event brings together coffee lovers, brands and industry professionals to celebrate Singapore’s coffee culture.
Look out for exhibitors and activities such as the Passport Trail Adventure and Singapore Home Roasting Championship.
Dates: 5–8 November 2026
Venue: Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Level 1, Hall C
Time: 10am–8pm daily
Admission: Free
8. The Christmas Atelier (12–14 Nov)
Get into the festive spirit at The Christmas Atelier, returning for its eighth edition with 130 artisanal brands.
This year’s theme, Delivering Christmas Magic, brings together thoughtful gifts, gourmet treats and festive installations inspired by Christmas journeys. Expect whimsical touches such as nostalgic trains and floating hot-air balloons alongside plenty of shopping opportunities.
Dates: 12–14 November 2026
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre, Level 1, Hall C
Time: 1pm–9pm on 12 November; 11am–9pm on 13–14 November
Admission: S$8 (1 Day); $14 (1 Day BFF, Multi-Day pass)
9. Boutiques Singapore: The Gifting Edition (20–22 Nov)
Boutiques Singapore’s Gifting Edition brings together more than 300 designers and brands, with finds across fashion, home, beauty, children’s products and food.
There’s more than shopping on the programme, too. Look out for the Singapore Design Gift Store, a massage lounge and the Naughty or Nice Gift Wrap Studio for a playful finishing touch to your presents.
Dates: 20–22 November 2026
Venue: F1 Pit Building
Time: 11am–9pm on 20–21 November; 10am–6pm on 22 November
Admission: Ticketed daily. S$8 – S$10 (1 Day passes); S$19 (3-Day passes)
10. Christmas Together (27–29 Nov)
Christmas Together brings a 70,000 sq ft Christmas village to Marina Bay Sands for a weekend of shopping, performances and workshops.
The organiser lists more than 150 brands, 18 signature experiences and 50 live performances. With plenty happening under one roof, you can build an outing around both gift shopping and activities.
Dates: 27–29 November 2026
Venue: Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Hall F
Time: 10am–9pm daily
Admission: Free with a registered pass.
Concerts/Shows
11. My Chemical Romance South East Asia (10–11 Nov)
Make room in your November calendar for My Chemical Romance at Singapore Indoor Stadium. This is the nostalgic rock pick in our roundup—a night out for those whose teenage playlists still hold a special place in their hearts.
The two-night stop gives concertgoers another reason to revisit their old band tees. Check the official ticket listing for current availability and your show’s entry arrangements before heading down.
Dates: 10–11 November 2026
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Time: 8pm; doors open at 6.30pm
Admission: Tickets from S$128
12. Attack on Titan – Symphony from Paradis (26–28 Nov)
More than 100 musicians and choir members perform new symphonic arrangements curated by original composers Hiroyuki Sawano and Kohta Yamamoto. High-definition video from the series accompanies the live music, bringing its dramatic world to Esplanade Concert Hall.
Dates: 26–28 November 2026
Venue: Esplanade Concert Hall
Time: 7.30pm daily
Duration: Approximately 2 hours 20 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission
Admission: Tickets from $99; admission for ages 16 and above.
13. BABYMONSTER World Tour (28–29 Nov)
K-pop fans can end November with BABYMONSTER’s CHOOM world tour at Singapore Indoor Stadium. The group’s Singapore stop spans two nights, making it one of the headline concert picks in this month’s guide.
If you’re planning a group outing, compare ticket categories and seat availability before booking so everyone can attend the same show.
Dates: 28–29 November 2026
Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium
Time: 6pm
Admission: Tickets from S$168
14. LE SSERAFIM Tour “PUREFLOW” IN SINGAPORE (28 Nov)
The group brings its PUREFLOW tour to Apex @ EXPO, taking the stage for an evening of music and choreography. These brief post-show interactions have become a talking point online, giving fans another glimpse of the group beyond the stage. Send-off arrangements differ between tour stops, however, so don’t assume they are included in Singapore’s VIP packages.
Date: 28 November 2026
Venue: Apex @ EXPO
Time: 5pm
Admission: Tickets starting from S$198
Sports & Fitness
15. Tour de France EFGH Singapore Criterium (7–8 Nov)
The weekend includes opportunities for fans and riders to get involved beyond watching the main action. Listed formats include a Team Time Trial, Foldie Challenge and Dual Sprint, which combines running with a stationary-bike sprint.
Dates: 7–8 November 2026
Venue: Connaught Drive and the Singapore Recreation Club precinct; check your activity’s exact location
Time: Varies by race and activity
Admission: Check spectator access and participant registration details.
16. AIA HYROX Singapore (26–29 Nov)
The fitness race combines eight 1km runs with eight workout stations. Participants can compete individually, share the effort in Doubles or enter as a Relay team, with the four-day programme covering different divisions and categories.
Dates: 26–29 November 2026
Venue: Singapore EXPO
Time: Varies by race division and assigned start wave; check your confirmed session
Admission: Participant registration or spectator ticket required.
Pop-Ups
17. Snoopy Pop-Up Library (27 Oct 2026–19 Sep 2027)
Looking for a quieter outing? Spend some time with Snoopy and the Peanuts gang at NLB’s self-service pop-up library in Plaza Singapura.
The themed library offers a reading stop in the middle of an Orchard Road day out. Bring your library-compliant ID/NLB eCard or check the instructions for obtaining a QR code day pass before arriving.
Dates: 27 October 2026–19 September 2027
Venue: Plaza Singapura, Level 3
Time: 10am–10pm daily
Entry: Library-compliant ID, NLB eCard or QR code day pass.
18. Build Your First Gunpla at The Gundam Base Pop-Up (2–9 Nov)
Whether you’re a longtime Gundam fan or curious about model building, The Gundam Base Singapore Pop-Up is worth checking out.
Alongside limited-edition items, the event offers free Gunpla workshops where participants can build a model kit to take home. No tools or experience are needed. Check workshop availability separately before visiting.
Dates: 2–9 November 2026
Venue: Bugis+, Level 2 Atrium
Time: 12pm–10pm on 2 November; 10am–10pm on 3–9 November
Admission: Free
Others
19. Home Team Festival (20–22 Nov)
The festival invites visitors to discover the Home Team and learn how the community can play a part in Singapore’s safety and security. Check the official programme before visiting to plan around the activities that interest you most.
Dates: 20–22 November 2026, as listed in the November roundup
Venue: Suntec Singapore Convention Centre, Level 3 and Halls 401–406
Time: Check the official festival schedule
Admission: Check current visitor and registration information
20. Christmas Train Show (20 Nov 2026–3 Jan 2027)
The Christmas Train Show returns to Gardens by the Bay for its third edition, bringing model trains and festive miniature landscapes to Flower Dome.
Follow the trains past scenes inspired by the United States, Singapore and Finland. This year’s expanded local landscape includes two SMRT trains alongside reimagined MRT stations designed by National University of Singapore architecture students. The journey ends in snowy Rovaniemi, Santa Claus’ official hometown.
Dates: 20 November 2026–3 January 2027
Venue: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Time: 9am–9pm daily
Admission: Flower Dome admission charges apply.
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