October is one of the best times to visit Singapore. It's the off-season, so streets are less packed. The weather is still pretty warm and humid, but due to more rainfall, it’s also one of the cooler months. This makes it more enjoyable to experience some of Singapore’s great outdoors, with plenty of indoor activities on a rainy day. From a highly anticipated fashion show to new eatery openings to the Formula 1 night race, here are some exciting things to check out around town this month.
Oktoberfest @ Alkaff Mansion Grounds
Rain or shine, it’s Oktoberfest! Celebrating all-things German with beers, pretzels, bratwursts with sauerkraut, potato salad, and more at the Grounds of The Alkaff Mansion, Expect a fun-filled evening with live music and DJ set to keep you on high-energy throughout the night. In addition to all things German, there will be carnival games booths as well as beer challenges. Exciting prizes await, and you'll be sure to have a great time.
Date: 15 and 16 October 2022
Time: 6pm-10pm
Address: 10 Telok Blangah Green, Singapore 109178
Runway Singapore 2022
Singapore’s fashion show is back after a long, three-year hiatus! The Runway Singapore Fashion Week 2022 showcases and celebrates stylish, trendy, sustainable travel fashion. It also celebrates the creativity, hard work, and dedication of new local designers who have spent countless hours on their craft. If you’re looking to see all the latest fashion trends, this show is perfect for you.
Date: Friday, 7 October 2022
Time: 7pm-10pm (doors open at 7pm)
Tickets: Front Row Seat: $40, includes one food item and three drinks (alcoholic/soft); Second Row Seat: $35, includes three drinks; Standing: $25, includes a drink
Beigelhaus New Bagel Shop
Beigelhaus is a new Muslim-owned bagel cafe selling thick, fluffy stuffed bagels with an assortment of ingredients. It also sells homemade spreads as well as vegetarian bagel options. Located along Robinson Road, pop by for a quick bagel fix that will cure any bagel cravings you may have!
Address: 144 Robinson Rd, #01-02 Robinson Square, Singapore 068908
Opening Hours: Monday toThursday from 8am-7pm, and Friday and Saturday from 11am-8pm; Closed on Sundays
Contact: 9027 1332
Waga Waga Den Coffee
This new, modern coffee house located in Bugis is a space for any coffee-lover. A stylish and luxurious coffee bar with black marble countertops, the space boasts a sleek interior design. Besides the space, the coffeeshop is also known for its artsy presentation of its iced mocha, capped with a layer of bubble foam, and topped with cocoa powder. Its array of other coffee options, as well as savory food choices, make it a perfect breakfast place to visit at least once.
Address: 38 Beach Rd, #01-14 South Beach Tower, Singapore 189767
Opening Hours: Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30am-3:30pm; Closed on Sundays and Mondays
Contact: 6386 6720
Halloween Horror Nights at USS
Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is back for its 10th edition, and it’s scarier than ever before. After a two-year hiatus, come to the park during after hours starting from 30th September to 5th November and go deep into the jungle as you join the hunt for the insatiable Pontianak. Want more? Fight to escape villains in the laser-tag experience. 3 Haunted Houses, 2 Scare Zones, 3 Special Experiences await you if you’re ready!
Address: 8 Sentosa Gateway, 098269
Opening Hours: 6:30 pm-12:30 midnight
Contact: 6577 8888
Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2022
This highly anticipated Singapore F1 racing weekend is here! Gather your friends and head to Marina Bay where you’re in for all sorts of entertainment. This year’s exciting artist line up brings in popular names such as Marshmello, Westlife, the Black Eyed Peas, and Green Day. Additionally, there will be plenty of food and beverages as well as fireworks to end off the night. This weekend is sure to be an exciting one that shouldn’t be missed.
Date: Friday, 30 September - 2 October 2022
Opening Hours: Varies
Address: Marina Bay Street Circuit
