Five things to do in Singapore over the weekend of June 28-30

Beerfest Asia is back this weekend. So chill out with your buddies at the Marina Promenade which gives you a beautiful view of the CBD. If you're there at the right moment, you may even catch the NDP rehearsal fireworks! 

Alternatively, lend a voice to the LGBT community at the annual Pink Dot event at Hong Lim Park. 

Don't forget to also head to the $1 carnival to try out different local cuisines! 

1. Beerfest Asia 2019 XI Edition

 

Photo courtesy: Beerfest Asia
Photo courtesy: Beerfest Asia

For 2019, Beerfest Asia is set to bring you the future of the beer industry! Look forward to the future of beer with innovation – in both products and technology.

The 11th edition of Beerfest Asia will feature more than 600 local and international beers including new launches and all-time award winners, an upgraded live entertainment line-up of international tribute bands, homegrown artistes and DJs, and a wide variety of gastronomic treats.

When: June 29-30
Where: Marina Promenade
Entry: SGD 35

2. Pink Dot 11

Photo courtesy: Pink Dot
Photo courtesy: Pink Dot

Come join us in your best pink outfit to support the #FreedomToLove at the 11th edition of Pink Dot! According to the law, only Singaporeans and PRs are allowed to attend.

When: June 29
Where: Hong Lim Park
Entry: Free

3. TedxYouth

Photo courtesy: TedxYouth
Photo courtesy: TedxYouth

This series of TedxYouth talks is themed "You vs You". For life is a collection of the decisions we have made, and every decision is a "You vs You" moment: the impulsive you vs the reflective you, the apathetic you vs the caring you, the laid-back you vs the aspiring you, the you that feels like giving up vs you that persisted.

When: June 29
Where: Singapore Polytechnic
Entry: Free

4. $1 Carnival; Hawker Heroes

Photo courtesy: Yishun Park Hawker Centre
Photo courtesy: Yishun Park Hawker Centre

Expect buzz and laughter from this family-friendly carnival as both adults and kids can have fun at different pockets of spaces within the Hawker Centre.

In addition to generous $1 sampling portions from 26 of Singapore's veteran and young hawkers, there will also be activities such as kids craft, face painting, $1 bouncy castle, $1 Weekend Bazaar and photo booths. Durian lovers also can participate in the free Durian workshop and learn from experts how to choose a good Durian.

When: June 29
Where: Yishun Park Hawker Centre
Entry: Free

5. Ratha Yatra 2019

Photo courtesy: International Sri Krishna Mandir Singapore
Photo courtesy: International Sri Krishna Mandir Singapore

Witness the grandest festival of the city: Ratha Yatra 2019 – Chariot Festival of Lord Jagannath.

When: June 30
Where: Hougang Stadium
Entry: Free