Singapore’s social calendar is in full swing, and this weekend is no exception. Whether you’re checking into the city’s coolest new hotel, chasing rare kicks and exclusive drops, or diving into art history with a side of Parisian flair, we have your cultural cravings covered.
This edition of The GRAZIA Singapore Weekend Guide takes you from the buzzy opening of The Standard, Singapore, to the streetwear-fuelled playground of Cultural Cartel Genesis. We take a quick detour into the lyrical world of Sabrina Carpenter and the artistic depths of a rarely-seen Paris. Here are your plans for the most exhilarating weekend.
Friday Night: Stream Sabrina Carpenter’s New Single: Manchild
Sabrina Carpenter is gearing up for the next exciting chapter in her pop journey with her latest single, Manchild. Hot off the viral success of Espresso, she’s back with a swaggering new single that might just be another hit of the summer.
Backed by the continued chart-topping success of her Short N’ Sweet album, Manchild brings cheeky lyrics, slick production, and pure pop charm. Catchy, confident, and dangerously addictive. Press play and join the reign.
The single is available to stream on Spotify and Apple Music.
Saturday Afternoon: Check In To The Standard, Singapore
The Standard, Singapore has made a striking debut, launching with a captivating opening party that felt like stepping into a dream. Artist Eric Tobua’s Dreamscape installation brought the hotel to life with glowing orange groves, graceful flower dancers, and mesmerising synchronised swimmers. Yet beyond the spectacle, this new hotspot is quickly becoming the city’s ultimate staycation destination.
Nestled perfectly between Orchard Road and the Botanic Gardens, its 143 rooms fuse sleek design with The Standard’s playful, irreverent spirit—a blend of luxury with attitude. Relax in The Garden, enjoy cocktails by the pool, or savour the bold flavours at Kaya, a Japanese izakaya with a local twist. Café Standard effortlessly shifts from morning espresso to late-night martinis. Check in, and don’t leave before exploring every hidden gem.
The Standard, Singapore is located at 12 Orange Grove Road, Singapore 258353.
Saturday Night: Crash Culture Cartel Genesis’s Street Culture Takeover At Marina Square
Streetwear meets subculture at Culture Cartel Genesis. Marina Square’s Central Atrium transforms into a full-blown cultural playground—where fashion, art, music, dance, and collectibles collide in a four-day celebration of individuality and expression. Whether you’re a diehard sneakerhead, a vinyl collector, or just here for the chaos, there’s something for everyone.
Over 30 brands are bringing their A-game, from icons like 1Collectibles, Limited Edt, and Skinarma to cult favourites like Pharaoh’s Horses and Warabimochi Kamakura Singapore. Expect exclusive drops, rare finds, tattoo art, workshops, and non-stop energy from the scene’s finest. In short: it’s where the cool kids will be.
Culture Cartel Genesis runs till 8 June at Marina Square, 6 Raffles Boulevard, Singapore 039594.
Sunday Afternoon: Get Adventurous With Extra Curious Activities’s Field Trip
Extra Curious Activities returns with Field Trip, transforming New Bahru into a vibrant playground for the adventurous. Set within the historic former Nan Chiau High School, this creative cluster brings together over 30 pop-up brands spanning food, retail, wellness, and art. They’re housed in beautifully restored spaces that celebrate homegrown and regional talent. Whether you’re discovering fresh labels or meeting like-minded explorers, every corner pulses with inspiration and new experiences.
Browse cult streetwear from Good Times, then recharge in a sound bath by BMW Singapore. Fujifilm’s guided photo walks offer a new lens on the ground, while Dirty Manners lets you transform a tote into a vest in real-time. With family-friendly zones, wellness talks, and interactive workshops, Field Trip is your ticket to dive deep. Go wild. Get extra curious.
Extra Curious Activities’s Field Trip runs till 8 June at New Bahru, 46 & 58 Kim Yam Road, Singapore 239351.
Sunday Night: See Paris Anew Through Asian Artists’s Eyes At National Gallery Singapore
Think you know the Paris art scene of the early 20th century? City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s–1940s at National Gallery Singapore flips the script. This thought-provoking exhibition reimagines art history through Asian eyes, spotlighting over 90 artists including names like Foujita Tsuguharu, Georgette Chen, Pai Un-soung, who brought their own creative languages to the City of Light.
More than a bohemian paradise, Paris was a site of possibility and tension. Against the backdrop of colonialism, racism, and radical change, these visionaries shaped—and reshaped—their identities while forging new paths in modern art. With rarely seen works and untold stories, the exhibition invites you to see the Paris of the past not as a centre, but as a crossroads of cultural identity.
City of Others: Asian Artists in Paris, 1920s–1940s runs till 17 August at National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957.
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