1. Aerial acrobatics 

Renowned Spanish performance theater group La Fura dels Baus will be performing a locally-produced showcase tracing Singapore’s transformation from a fishing village to the modern metropolis it is today. The show’s 50 amateur and professional performers will form a gravity-defying Human Net over the Singapore River, while suspended from a towering 220-ton industrial crane. (Tip: The best views will be from Riverside Point!)  Oct 23-24, 8pm and 10pm, Riverside Point, Clarke Quay.

2. Art in the alleys

A Whispering Campaign as part of Urban Artery

Be prepared for surprises at every corner as the alleyways of Circular Road are transformed with Urban Artery, a unique street art exhibition by local and international artists. The 10-day exhibition will include graffiti, large murals, line drawings and installations, all waiting to be discovered. Oct 23-Nov 1, Alleyways between Circular Road, North Canal Road and Lorong Telok.

3. World-class art 

At the Asian Civilisations Museum’s River Nights, check out art installations by renowned international artists Cédric le Borgne, Li Hongbo and Pierre and Joël Rodière, music and dance performances by Frontier Danceland, T’ang Quartet and Nadi Singapura and an exhibition by award-winning French fashion house Hermès. Oct 23-24 and 30-31, 7pm till late. 

4. A makers market

The Steve McQueens as part of Riverside Makers Market

Pick up curios and unique gifts at Riverside Makers Market. Spend the afternoon browsing through artisanal treats from gourmet nut butter company Hunters’ Kitchen, popsicle brand Neh Neh Pop and more. Also, don’t miss amazing performances by Cheating Sons, The Steve McQueens and others. Oct 24-25, 5-10pm Robertson Quay. Visit the official website for full line-up and performance timings.

5. Riverside sketching

Participate in a live sketching event and explore historical sites at the same time at Urban Sketchers Sketchwalk. The event will bring you through iconic buildings and places from Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Robertson Quay. Oct 24-25, 3pm, Alkaff Bridge, Robertson Quay.

6. Open air workouts

                                                                                                                      Acroyoga

Join the fitness and wellness sessions along the Singapore River to give your mind, body and soul a good workout. Try your hand at Acroyoga, Parkour, Laughter Yoga, and even Pole Dancing! What’s more? Most of them are free. Oct 23-25, Clarke Quay Fountain Square. Check out the full line-up here.

There’s more to Singapore’s favorite hangout than meets the eye. Sign up for a guided tour of the Singapore River at [email protected] and learn amazing historical facts and stories that you’ve probably never heard before. Oct 23-25, 5:30-7:30pm, Asian Civilisations Museum, Empress Place, $8.

8. Dining deals galore

SR Signatures at Town Restaurant, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore

There’s plenty of food and drinks promotions at restaurants and bars along the Singapore River. SR Signatures includes everything from $10 bottled beers, $8 drinks from watering holes at Circular Road to special meal combos and discounts at various eateries. You won’t be short of dining choices to cap off the evening. For a full list of participating outlets, go to the official website.

9. Fun street theater

Stroll down memory lane with a double dose of nostalgia from theater group Paper Monkey Theatre and video and sound artists Brandon Tay and Safuan Johari of Syndicate. Engage in a traditional 30 minute folk tale of a girl named Amrita, or enjoy a multi-sensorial sound and video display depicting forgotten tales of the Singapore River. For more information, go to the official website. 

10. Free boat rides 

Bumboat

Experience the impressive sights and sounds of the Singapore River Festival 2015 by boat, and enjoy a totally different perspective! American Express and SRO are offering free boat rides to all Pioneer Generation Cardholders from Oct 23-25 and AMEX card members from Oct 24-25. For more details, visit singaporeriverfestival.sg/boatRiders.html. Fort Canning Jetty (behind Liang Court), Clarke Quay. *Terms and conditions apply

The Singapore River Festival 2015 runs Oct 23-25. Download the free guide for more details.

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