www.yoursingapore.com/gpss ALL REVVED UP The adrenaline-charged atmosphere and glitzy glamour of the 2015 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX makes it one of the most exciting events on Singapore’s calendar, not least because it is the first and only night race on a street circuit of the most watched motorsports event in the world.
It’s such a highlight, in fact, that the entire city seems to stop and celebrate, with the biggest celebrities, the glitziest parties, the best art shows and concerts accompanied by finely crafted dinners and drinks.
With so much going on, it is easy to be overwhelmed but this guide will help you navigate the Grand Prix Season Singapore with panache.
Head to Anchor Highlights (pages 3-15) where you will find all of the season’s must-dos, from celebrity-filled parties and festivities at the Padang to awe-inspiring art.
It doesn’t end there. Race through the rest of the guide for essential events at some of the city’s liveliest precincts (pages 18- 31) including City Hall, Orchard and Marina Bay.
Finally, check out the map of the exhilarating Marina Bay Street Circuit (pages 34-35) so you can follow each and every turn of the race.
Now you’re ready for the one-stop non-stop party of the year. Enjoy the unforgettable ride!
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2015 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX Gear up for Asia’s biggest and most spectacular sporting and entertainment extravaganza. Not only will you be able to catch the roaring F1® race action during the main event, but superstars from around the world will also be performing within the circuit park. This year’s entertainment headliners includes chart-topping acts Bon Jovi, Pharrell Williams, Maroon 5, Spandau Ballet and Jimmy Cliff. Plus, there will be theatrical productions, special showcases and roving artists to add to the party atmosphere!
From 3pm daily
City Hall, Raffles Place, Esplanade, Promenade, Bayfront, Nicoll Highway
Marina Bay Street Circuit
www.singaporegp.sg
Website
2 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 3 ANCHOR HIGHLIGHTS 19-20 SEP
ENTERTAINMENT AMBER LOUNGE SINGAPORE Formula 1’s original and most star-studded nightlife destination will not only feature music sets by some of the world’s most acclaimed international DJ’s, but it will also play host to the world’s only F1® Driver Fashion Show. Rub shoulders and sip on free-flowing champagne all weekend long with celebrity guests, including F1® drivers and the likes of David Beckham, Sir Richard Branson, and Maroon 5, who had attended previous editions.
11pm till late
Promenade
Temasek Reflection, 1 Temasek Ave., S(039192)
www.amber-lounge.com
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ENTERTAINMENT THE PODIUM LOUNGE Following celebrity-packed editions in Abu Dhabi, Monaco and Melbourne, this wildly successful post-race party is in its seventh year in Singapore, with its strongest ever line-up of driver appearances and celebrity entertainment, including Sky Blu from LMFAO, Mark Doyle who founded music label Hed Kandi, and Kristian Nairn, otherwise known as Hodor from Game of Thrones. Join the E! Entertainment hosts on the red carpet, be dazzled by The Podium Lounge’s nightly Fashion Circuit, bid for rare F1® memorabilia and enjoy a specially curated Andy Warhol exhibition over the three nights of this A-list event.
10pm-4am
Promenade
The Grand Ballroom, 1/F The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore, 7 Raffles Ave., S(039799)
www.podiumlounge.com/sg
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ENTERTAINMENT ROAD TO ULTRA SINGAPORE Held at Marina Bay Sands, the event will be headlined by award-winning American music producer and songwriter Skrillex, Swedish powerhouse Alesso, and Dutch DJ Nicky Romero. Supporting acts include rising international stars Ansolo, Mija, and Ale Mora as well as regional standout duo, Rave Republic. This much anticipated dance music event from the team behind Miami’s Ultra Music Festival will feature world-class stage production with state-of-the-art visuals, lighting and pyrotechnics. Road to Ultra Singapore promises to be a landmark event at this year’s Grand Prix weekend!
8pm-4am
Bayfront
Marina Bay Sands, 10 Bayfront Ave., S(018956)
www.ultrasingapore.com
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SHOPPING & DINING CHOO YILIN PRESENTS JOO CHIAT’S SECRETS Singaporean jewellery designer Choo Yilin has teamed up with local businesses along Joo Chiat, one of the city’s most culturally rich districts, to bring you an insider’s guide to the best kept shopping and food secrets of the unique Peranakan neighbourhood. Download the Secret Joo Chiat map at www.chooyilin.com and go on this self-guided tour any time of the day. Participants can look forward to off-the-beaten-track experiences like gourmet Peranakan afternoon tea and a personalised tour around an authentic Peranakan house at The Intan. Special workshops conducted by home-grown leather goods artisans J.Myers and Peranakan-inspired florist HIEW will also be available for registration.
All day
Paya Lebar
331 Joo Chiat Rd., S(427587)
www.chooyilin.com
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ENTERTAINMENT BOUDOIR NOIRE Boudoir Noire is set to be among the most exhilarating and seductively glamorous GPSS after-parties this year; featuring the exclusive debut in Singapore of The Box, New York’s famed “theatre of varieties” at beautifully restored Capitol Theatre. Expect captivating performances by The Box’s troupe specially flown in from New York and London, international music acts and star guest performers including talented homegrown beauty Sukki Singapora. Guests will be spirited away with free flow luxury Taittinger champagne, premium spirits and specialty cocktails by world class bartenders brought together by award- winning drinks collective, Proof & Company. For two nights only over the race weekend, celebrities, A-listers and the racing community’s finest will experience the ultimate den of decadence at Boudoir Noire, celebrating creativity and immersive entertainment at its best.
10pm-6am
City Hall
Capitol Theatre, 17 Stamford Rd., S(178907)
www.boudoirnoire.com
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ARTS & CULTURE CHINATOWN MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL CELEBRATION Soak in the festive mood of Mid-Autumn Festival at Chinatown as the traditional Chinese enclave springs to life with non-stop revelry for the festival. Re-invented and creative lanterns with a strong SG50 theme will adorn the streets, while the Kreta Ayer-Kim Seng Citizens’ Consultative Committee (KA-KS CCC) will add to the celebratory ambience with exciting events and activities. The highlight of the event is the Official Light-up and Opening Ceremony happening on 13 Sep 2015, 7pm, at New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Sen Street, in tandem with the start of the Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015.
Various timings
Chinatown
Eu Tong Sen St., New Bridge Rd., Pagoda St., Tregganu St., Sago St., South Bridge Rd., Garden Bridge
www.chinatownfestivals.sg
8 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 9 ANCHOR HIGHLIGHTS SHADY REPUBLIC 19-20 SEP
SHOPPING SHADY REPUBLIC LIFE IN THE SLOW LANE Life may be hard and fast on the racetrack, but it pays to slow down to browse the array of lovely products by talented local designers at multi-label pop-up boutique KEEPERS. With more than 20 Singaporean designers gathered under one roof, KEEPERS is Singapore’s largest local designer collective. Come and browse through an eclectic range of products from brands such as Carrie K., Ling Wu and Code Deco.
11am-10pm
Orchard
Orchard Green, 230 Orchard Rd., S(238854)
www.keepers.com.sg
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ARTS & CULTURE REOPENING OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM’S PERMANENT GALLERIES Come visit the new permanent galleries at the National Museum of Singapore! Refreshed with updated stories about Singapore’s post-independence history, the new galleries re-capture the nation’s defining moments, challenges and achievements from its earliest beginnings 700 years ago to the independent, modern city-state it is today.
10am-7pm, until 9pm on Fri
Bras Basah
National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Rd., S(178897)
www.nationalmuseum.sg
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ARTS & CULTURE SINGAPORE PINACOTHEQUE DE PARIS Come explore masterpieces by Claude Monet, Pablo Picasso, Rembrandt and many more at Singapore’s foremost international private museum, Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris. During the Grand Prix Season Singapore, there will be special guided tours of the exhibitions and the Fort Canning surroundings, as well as themed food and drink offerings at the museum’s in- house restaurants and bars. Race ticket holders can enjoy a 10% discount for All Access entry to the galleries, from 18 to 20 September 2015. To get to Singapore Pinacothèque, visitors can also hop on the free shuttle bus services available to and from the Singapore Art Museum and National Museum of Singapore.
From 10am
Bras Basah
Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris, Fort Canning Arts Centre, 5 Cox Terrace, S(179620)
www.pinacotheque.com.sg
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ENTERTAINMENT SKY HIGH PITSTOP @ 1-ALTITUDE Get a bird’s eye view of Singapore from one of the world’s highest bars. At 282 metres high, the vantage point at 1-Altitude and its in-house entertainment will have you feeling literally on top of the world. From drink top-up stations with sultry mechanics serving up sky- high cocktails to a specially-themed SG50 menu, it’s guaranteed to be an exhilarating night out.
6pm-4am
Raffles Place
1-Altitude, 61-63/F, 1 Raffles Place, S(048616)
www.1-altitude.com
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ENTERTAINMENT SPLASH AND DASH Take a dip, make a splash and chill out at the city’s coolest pool party. W Singapore’s party series has always been a hit for those looking to relax under the sun with a refreshing cocktail in hand, while listening to chill-out tunes provided by the hotel’s hip music director, Mr Has. The special Grand Prix Season Singapore edition promises a beautiful crowd and lots of bubbly – the perfect way to relax before you hit the race.
2-8pm
HarbourFront
WET® Deck, W Singapore – Sentosa Cove, 21 Ocean Way, S(098374)
www.wsingaporesentosacove.com/en/splashndash
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DINING STORIES Embark on a culinary experience like no other at this pop-up theatrical dinner series. Indulge in the scrumptious five-course menu as performers enact stories about the Singapore River and the historical monuments that have shaped the precinct to what it is today. The menu, created by restaurant My Private Chef in collaboration with leading local chefs and with support from the Fullerton Heritage Board and the Singapore Tourism Board, will impress with its creative use of local flavours and exciting presentations that perfectly complement the stories.
6:30-9:30pm
Raffles Place
Customs House Terrace, One Fullerton, 1 Fullerton Rd., S(049213)
www.myprivatechef.com.sg/stories
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CITY HALL & BRAS BASAH / BUGIS Located in the heart of the city, the official arts and heritage district of Singapore is home to vibrant bars and restaurants in conservation buildings, fascinating museums and historical offices that once comprised the administrative centre of the city when it was under British rule. During the Grand Prix Season Singapore, the precinct is also buzzing with food, art and nightlife events that should not be missed.
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DINING 15-20 SEP DUDE! WHERE’S MY FOOD 18-19 SEP Fuel up on decadent, over-the-top meals at this THE REUNION: A FOREIGN popular annual event at one of Singapore’s most EXCHANGE buzzing casual restaurants, Artichoke. Meatlovers will love the big Bacon Cheeseburger Gyozas with Big Experience a world-class cuisine collaboration by Mac sauce and the Ultimate 5-Cheese Grilled Cheese Bacchanalia’s chef Ivan Brehm and Kim Öhman from Sandwich topped with Jack Daniel’s ketchup. The Stockholm’s Farang restaurant. Fellow alumni of The menu also offers options for those not so big on meat. Fat Duck, the chefs will present fusion Asian food at Reservations required, call +65 6336 6949. its very best, using only fresh ingredients from all over Southeast Asia, including locally sourced meat and 6:30-10:30pm (last order 9:45pm) fish, fresh herbs from Bacchanalia’s own garden and organic produce from Cameron Highlands. Bugis From 7pm Artichoke, 161 Middle Rd., S(188978) City Hall www.facebook.com/artichokesg Bacchanalia, 23A Coleman St., S(179806)
www.bacchanalia.asia
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18-19 SEP RACE AFTERBURNER AT KYO ONGOING TILL 2017 Feel the burn at Singapore’s only basement club dedicated to quality underground electronic music. FIFTY YEARS OF Kyo has seen the world’s finest DJs and performers, including Ben UFO, Francois K, Miguel Migs and SINGAPORE DESIGN Nick Warren, dropping by for fiery music sets. Expect Marvel at the breadth and variety of Singapore’s design nothing less than classic house and forward-thinking landscape from 1965 to 2015 at this exhibition presented tech sounds with international heavyweights manning by the DesignSingapore Council. On show are over the decks this Grand Prix weekend. 200 iconic, pivotal and popular designs spanning visual From 9pm communications, product & industrial design, fashion & accessories, and environmental design. Telok Ayer 9am-9pm Kyo, #B1-02, 133 Cecil St., S(069535) Bugis, Bras Basah www.clubkyo.com National Design Centre, 111 Middle Rd., S(188969)
www.designsingapore.org/FIFTY ARTS & CULTURE
TILL 19 SEP ARTS & CULTURE SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL TILL 1 MAY 2016 FESTIVAL OF ARTS EXHIBITIONS AT Helmed by revered theatre director Ong Keng Sen, SIFA is Singapore’s premier arts and performance SINGAPORE ART MUSEUM festival, with international acts spanning theatre, dance, film, visual arts and much more. Themed Explore the best of Southeast Asian contemporary art “POST-Empires”, this deftly curated festival looks into with ongoing exhibitions at SAM: After Utopia (till 18 the question of what comes after the empires from Oct 2015), Once Upon This Island (till Dec 2015) and which we have emerged. This year’s festival features President’s Young Talents 2015 (till 27 Mar 2016). quality international productions, adventurous new 10am-7pm (Sat-Thu), 10am-9pm (Fri) creations from Singapore and a dance marathon. Bras Basah Various timings Singapore Art Museum, 71 Bras Basah Rd., Various venues S(189555) & SAM at 8Q, 8 Queen St., S(188535)
www.sifa.sg www.singaporeartmuseum.sg
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TILL 27 SEP 2015 UNEARTHED: SINGAPORE AT 25 TILL 3 APR 2016 A time capsule was buried at the Empress Place building on 29 December 1990, when Singapore was GREAT PERANAKANS: FIFTY just 25. It has since been unearthed and its contents indicative of that time in Singapore’s history – stamps, REMARKABLE LIVES public phone cards, military medals and other objects – Marvel at the achievements of 50 prominent Peranakans are now on display at this exhibition. (including late former Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew) who 10am-7pm (Sat-Thu), 10am-9pm (Fri) have shaped Singaporean history and culture over the past 200 years through their contributions in business, Raffles Place governance, art and more.
Asian Civilisations Museum, 10am-7pm (Sat-Thu), 10am-9pm (Fri) 1 Empress Place, S(179555) City Hall & Bras Basah www.acm.org.sg/exhibitions/unearthed-singapore-at-25 Peranakan Museum, 39 Armenian St., S(179941)
www.peranakanmuseum.org.sg/exhibitions/great- peranakans-fifty-remarkable-lives ARTS & CULTURE
TILL 31 JUL 2016 EXHIBITIONS AT SINGAPORE ARTS & CULTURE
PHILATELIC MUSEUM TILL 20 SEP Explore the museum and its two newest galleries! Kids THE TREE THAT FELL can explore the wonderful world of the sheep and goat in ‘Counting Sheep, Dreaming Goats’ (till 27 Sept In this poignant site-specific installation, local visual 2015). History buffs and curious minds can check out artist Robert Zhao explores the loss of biodiversity in ‘The Singapore Journey: 50 Years Through Stamps’ (till Singapore through old tree trunks from fallen trees and 31 July 2016). the insects that once thrived inside them.
1pm-7pm (Mon), 9:30am-7pm (Tue-Sun) 12pm-8pm
City Hall City Hall
Singapore Philatelic Museum, 23-B Coleman St., The Substation, 45 Armenian St., S(179936) S(179807) www.substation.org www.spm.org.sg
Obtain a museum shuttle sticker from the reception counters at Singapore Art Museum, National Museum of Singapore and Singapore Pinacothèque de Paris for a free museum shuttle to various museums in Singapore.
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F1® FAST FACTS Become a F1® expert with these 10 fun facts!
x 900,000 V6 power units used in 1.923s F1® are limited to 15,000 revolutions per minute... but that’s still 900,000 times the speed of the Singapore Flyer! A F1® car is made up of 80,000 components. 100% precision is absolutely necessary – even if they were assembled Gone in 1.923 seconds! Red Bull is the 99.9% correctly, that would still mean that first F1® team to achieve a pit stop in 80 things were done wrongly. under two seconds.
F1® drivers lose up - 4kg to 4kg of their body weight in sweat every The tremendous downforce two hours of racing. A driver’s neck has to generated by F1® cars allows That’s more than 2 withstand 24kg of weight them to turn corners at a big bottles of isotonic under hard acceleration. blazing 320km/h, almost sports drinks! That’s close to the maximum double the speed that a weight of each piece of normal sports car can handle. checked-baggage on most airlines
Brake to speed up?! The Motor Generator Unit-Kinetic (MGU-K) in each F1® car can The highest recorded speed of a F1® convert the energy 369 car during a race is 369 km/h (229 generated from mph). That’s faster than the average braking to produce km/h take-off speed of a jumbo jet! up to 160 brake horsepower for about 160 bhp 33 seconds per lap. 61 160,000 km Each team competing in the FIA F1® World laps Championship now travels something like 160,000 kilometres (100,000 miles) a year between races Why does the Singapore Grand Prix have and test sessions. 61 laps? The circuit length, when multiplied by the number of laps, meets the minimum distance of 305km required for F1® races (61 x 5.065km = 308.828km).
20 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 21 RAFFLES PLACE & MARINA BAY The heart of Singapore’s financial district, the Raffles Place and Marina Bay area is home to Singapore’s glitziest, most upmarket lifestyle offerings. The iconic landmark of the precinct is Marina Bay Sands, featuring luxury shopping, celebrity chef dining, world-class theatre and opulent nightlife, while the Raffles Place area is home to boutique shops and bars offering glamorous experiences.
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18-20 SEP NIGHT RACE WEEKEND AT 14-19 SEP CE LA VI SINGAPORE THE BLACK SWAN At this breath-taking nightclub and restaurant atop PRESENTS THE CECIL Marina Bay Sands, guests can indulge in all-day programmes throughout the race weekend. Spend an CIRCUIT idyllic afternoon by the iconic infinity pool with a gourmet burger barbecue set while grooving to Afro-Latin music, Located just a stone’s throw from the race tracks, or fuel the midday party mode with the debut of Sky downtown restaurant-bar The Black Swan will High Brunch featuring free-flow cocktails, gourmet be extending its liquor and oysters happy hours buffet feast, and rhythms by renowned Spanish DJ José throughout Grand Prix Season Singapore. Upstairs Padilla. The revelry continues through the night at the at The Powder Room, local jazz band The Steve Club Lounge, with music by celebrity DJs Samantha McQueens will entertain with sensual standards and Ronson and Cassidy. The official Martini Racing Party is neo-soul funk numbers. also happening here on the 19 Sep, Sat. 5pm till late 12pm till late Raffles Place Bayfront The Black Swan, 19 Cecil St., S(049704) CÉ LA VI, Marina Bay Sands SkyPark, 57/F Tower 3, www.theblackswan.com.sg 1 Bayfront Ave., S(018971) www.celavi.com
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7-20 SEP EXCLUSIVE CONCIERGE 16-17 SEP SHOPPING WITH ZALORA SPORTS MATTERS Held over a jam-packed two days, this exciting Online retailer Zalora’s special race-themed pop-up offers sports conference features keynote sessions, a high-tech shopping experience with some of the most expert panel discussions, industry parties and fashion forward labels from all over the world. Best of numerous networking opportunities. Hosted all, during the Grand Prix Season Singapore, Zalora will annually, it aims to build a solid foundation for a deliver all your purchases right to your doorstep. Just healthy and sustainable sports industry in Asia. for Grand Prix Season Singapore visitors, enjoy 20% off storewide with no minimum spend with promo code: 8:30am-6:30pm ZALGPSS20. Terms and conditions apply. Bayfront 10am-9pm (Mon-Sat) Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, 10 Raffles Place Bayfront Ave., S(018970)
Zalora, #03-17/19 One Raffles Place, S(048616) www.sportsmatters.asia
www.zalora.sg
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18-19 SEP FASHION & JEWELLERY 16-20 SEP PITSTOP SKY GRANDE PRIX 2015 Online shopping site Shopthemag is back with its annual Grand Prix Season Singapore pop-up, Revel in this five-day celebration atop one of the featuring stylish Asian designs sourced from all over coolest new nightspots in town. Taking place 45 levels the region, with a special focus on light and breezy up, the venue offers a stunning view of the city skyline pieces that you can wear to the race track. The pop- and racetrack. The fourth instalment of this F1 party up will also expand its concept this year to include has a line-up of 50 DJs including Dragon-i HK's Remy jewellery, including creations by new local accessories Kersten, fashion shows, the most luxurious ladies night label Madly Gems. with diamond giveaways and an all-star guest list of celebrities and socialites. 10am-8pm
6pm-3am Downtown
Raffles Place Sofitel So Singapore, 35 Robinson Rd., S(068876)
Empire, 45/F Singapore Land Tower, 50 Raffles www.shopthemag.com/fashionpitstop Place, S(048623)
www.skygrandeprix.sg
22 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 23 ORCHARD ROAD It’s for very good reason that Orchard Road is dubbed Singapore’s shopping belt. Not only is it a magnet for some of the world’s most famous luxury brands, but there are also plenty of independent and high street fashion boutiques here to satisfy all your shopping needs. Beyond retail, it offers a plethora of dining, nightlife and lifestyle experiences that will keep you occupied from day to night. From 11-21 September, shoppers can enjoy fantastic deals as part of Rev-Up @ Orchard 2015.
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DINING 12-21 SEP 11-20 SEP MANHATTAN GPSS SG50 AT DEMPSEY HILL! PEEL OUT Dempsey Hill has a rich colonial history dating back Manhattan Bar celebrates being amongst the World’s to the 1800s. Located just 10 minutes away from the 50 Best Bars 2015 and voted as one of the top 10 city centre, the leafy enclave boasts award-winning Best International Hotel Bars in 2015 at the Tales of restaurants, antique shops, galleries and spas. During the Cocktail Spirited Awards. It is pulling out all the the Grand Prix Season Singapore, enjoy dining deals at stops for its special Grand Prix Season Singapore The Disgruntled Chef and offers at G House, pamper menu. The highlight has got to be the delectable your mind and body at Beauty Emporium, or pick up Smoked Duck Breast with Arugula Purée and Orange antique furniture and exquisite carpets at Asia Passion Confiture, complemented by the smoky Arnaud and Lotus Lotto Carpets Gallery. cocktail. The meal ends on a sweet note with the From 9am indulgent Bitter Chocolate with Raspberry Coulis and Fresh Raspberry Mint dessert. Orchard 5pm-1am Dempsey Rd., S(249672) Orchard www.dempseyhill.com Manhattan, 2/F Regent Singapore, A Four Seasons Hotel, 1 Cuscaden Rd., S(249715)
www.regenthotels.com/en/Singapore/Cuisine/ Manhattan
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18 SEP-18 OCT PABLO PICASSO & SALVADOR DALI The internationally acclaimed Opera Gallery unveils a grand exhibition featuring works by Cubist pioneer Pablo Picasso and Surrealist master Salvador Dali. While Dali’s sublime sculptural works will transport you to otherworldly destinations with their mysterious forms and structures, Picasso’s exceptional depiction of the human figure is equally transcendental.
11am-8pm
Orchard
Opera Gallery, #04-15 ION Orchard, 2 Orchard Turn, S(238801)
www.operagallery.com
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4-20 SEP WISMA ATRIA: SUPERCAR SEASON Shopping goes full throttle for the Grand Prix Season Singapore at this Orchard Road mall. Not only will there be sleek Aston Martin supercars on display, but shoppers will also stand a chance to win a pair of tickets to London and tour the Aston Martin Factory. Top up your purchase to $300 and get Limited Edition Aston Martin Flash Pay Cards that are pre-loaded with $10 in value. There will be special cocktails, live music performances and instant photo booths add to the fun.
10am-10pm
Orchard
Wisma Atria, 435 Orchard Rd., S(238877)
www.wismaonline.com
24 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 25 SENTOSA & HARBOURFRONT Just a short stroll (or scenic cable car ride) across from Singapore’s southern shore, Sentosa is world-famous for its impressive range of activities for all ages. From thrilling attractions like Universal Studios Singapore™ to beach bars hosting outdoor parties and special events, the excitement on this island resort keeps going round the clock.
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WELLNESS 14-15 SEP 12 SEP F1 IN SCHOOLS WORLD FINALS SINGAPORE 2015 FAST & FABULOUS: THE ESSENTIAL WORKOUT FOR A This unique educational initiative encourages young talents to pursue careers in science, technology, RACE DRIVER engineering and mathematics. Some 47 teams of participants from 23 countries will compete for Ever wondered what kind of workout regimes race drivers coveted scholarships to City University London and the go through? Fitness is paramount as they face high levels prestigious Bernie Ecclestone World Champions trophy, of mental and physical stress, burning more than 1,000 on top of participating in all the exciting activities that calories in just one race. Challenge yourself to try a race have been lined up for them. driver’s workout in this entertaining and unusual fitness event by Aileron Wellness, Singapore’s first knowledge- 10am-6pm driven boutique gym.
HarbourFront 11am-12:15pm
Resorts World Sentosa Convention Centre, HarbourFront 8 Sentosa Gateway, S(098269) Aileron Wellness, #02-38/39 Blk. 43, Amara www.f1inschools.com Sanctuary Resort, 1 Larkhill Rd., S(099394)
www.aileron.com.sg
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19 SEP GARFIELD RUN 6-13 SEP The beloved comic strip character Garfield may not be SENTOSA FUN the most athletic, but he sure makes an entertaining companion. At this quirky running event, race through FEST 2015 the beaches of Sentosa accompanied by this world- Fun takes on a whole new meaning as Siloso famous feline, together with other characters from the Beach is transformed into a mega beach popular Jim Davis comic strip, including Jon and Odie. playground with giant inflatable slides and water- From 4pm based activities. With various designated areas like the Chillax Zone and the Sports and Foam Action HarbourFront Stations, there is definitely something for everyone. Sentosa Interim Carpark (beside Beach Station) 10am-7pm www.garfieldrun.com HarbourFront
Siloso Beach, Siloso Beach Walk
www.sentosa.com.sg/sff
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ENTERTAINMENT 20-21 SEP SMACK MY BEACH UP: 19 SEP RACE SPECIAL THE BEACH SPREAD This happening beach party is helmed by some of the Taking place the day before the big race, The Beach best local DJs in town. As they drop dance tunes, kick Spread combines a gastronomic buffet spread back and relax at Tanjong Beach Club’s cabanas and of meats, oysters, seafood and champagne with lounge chairs, or join in the revelry at the popular pool beachside chilling while DJs play trendy tunes to cool area, where a beautiful crowd strikes a pose in their things down—or heat things up. best swimwear with cocktails and champagne in hand. 11:30am-2:30pm 2pm-late HarbourFront HarbourFront Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Tanjong Beach Club, 120 Tanjong Beach Walk, S(098942) Beach Walk, S(098942) www.tanjongbeachclub.com www.tanjongbeachclub.com
26 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 27 SINGAPORE RIVER The Singapore River was once the lifeblood of colonial commercial trade. Today, its riverbanks are still abuzz, but the bustle of entrepot trade has been replaced with an array of historic buildings, restaurants and after- dark entertainment. The contrasting sight of restored colonial landmarks like The Fullerton Hotel Singapore against towering modern skyscrapers makes this neighbourhood a particularly striking one to explore.
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18 SEP ENTERTAINMENT
DOM PERIGNON PRESENTS 7-12 SEP ‘LUMINOUS’ EAST IMPERIAL GIN Clarke Quay’s clubbing stalwart Attica boasts a night not to be missed, with Grammy award-winning DJ- JUBILEE producer Paul Harris from Dirty Vegas spinning dance For the third year in a row, this annual celebration of all tunes, amidst a neon-green light show, bubble displays things gin gathers Singapore’s best bars and bartenders and exclusive dance performances. The Dom Pérignon to mix brilliant G&Ts. Spanning 15 venues, 15 bartenders, balcony will also be available to the highest purchaser 12 gin brands and numerous pop-ups, the week will of Dom Pérignon Luminous, starting with a minimum of culminate in a Jubilee Lunch on Sep 12 at Oxwell and eight bottles at $3,600. Co. on Ann Siang Hill.
10pm till late daily 10pm-7am
Clarke Quay Clarke Quay, Chinatown, Telok Ayer, Labrador Park
Attica, #01-03 Clarke Quay, 3A River Valley Rd., Hong Kong St., Club St., Keong Saik Rd., Gillman S(179020) Barracks
www.attica.com.sg www.facebook.com/EastImperial
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14-26 SEP THE MOGAMBO/HERO’S 18-20 SEP GPSS COMPETITION REDDOT BREWHOUSE 2015 Show off your driving skills behind the virtual wheel at RACE PARTY this exciting racing game at bar-restaurant Mogambo It’s happy hour every evening at RedDot BrewHouse and nearby pub Hero's. The person holding the record with their shooter tray special, dubbed the Colour for the fastest lap as at 8pm on 20 Sep will win a $500 of GPSS, with its heady mix of Blue Curacao, bar tab. Both venues will also be offering a special shot Peppermint, Campari, Jagermeister, Vaccari and called the Pit Stop for $10 nett each. Bacardi 151, for just $35. To keep the party going, there will also be live bands performing pop-rock 7pm classics and Top 40 tunes. Clarke Quay, Raffles Place 7:30pm Mogambo, #01-01, 3 Canton St., S(049745) & Hero's, Clarke Quay #01-01, 69 Circular Rd., S(049423) RedDot BrewHouse, 33/34 Boat Quay, S(049823) www.mogambo.sg & www.heros.sg www.reddotbrewhouse.com.sg/whats-new
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26 AUG-27 SEP 11, 12, 19, 20 SEP THE CAT IN THE HAT GRAND PRIX SEASON The city’s youngest talents from established theatre SINGAPORE PUB CRAWL group Singapore Repertory Theatre’s youth offshoot, The Little Company, will reinterpret this fun tale of Singapore’s best-known and most boisterous pub crawl the mischievous cat who takes Sally and her brother has, of course, a Grand Prix Season Singapore edition. through a wild ride. Grand Prix Season Singapore Meet fellow thrill-seeking pub-goers at a local landmark visitors can have a complimentary photo taken with the before proceeding to a bar for your first complimentary cast for shows at 2pm on 19-20 Sep – simply key in shot. The journey then takes you to three more bars for the code (GPSS2015) before checking out when you more free drinks, all while making new friends, before purchase your tickets on SISTIC (www.sistic.com.sg). culminating at a club. 10am, 11am, 2pm 7:30pm Clarke Quay Raffles Place DBS Arts Centre – Home of SRT, 20 Merbau Rd., UOB Plaza, 80 Raffles Place, S(048624) S(239035)
www.singaporepubcrawl.com.sg www.srt.com.sg
28 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 29 AROUND TOWN There's plenty more to discover around Singapore beyond the city centre. From the historical neighbourhoods of Toa Payoh and Jalan Besar to the contemporary arts enclave of Gillman Barracks, here are some highlights worth zipping around for.
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11-19 SEP 19-20 SEP PIT STOP AT BITTERS WEEKEND NIGHT GOLF & LOVE SPECIAL Just for the Grand Prix Season Singapore, the maverick Tee off at Singapore’s only 18-hole public golf course bartenders at this much-loved bespoke cocktail bar with the glittering city night lights before you and the will be coming with up with four iconic cocktails that excitement of the race as your backdrop. All golfers you will not find anywhere else, including the Singapura playing night golf here during this period can also Love (their version of the famous Singapore Sling) and enjoy savings of up to 40% and goodie bags. other concoctions like Pitstop Lollipop and Strawberry Shakedown. From 4:30pm Bayfront 6pm-12am Marina Bay Golf Course, #01-01, Telok Ayer 80 Rhu Cross, S(437437) Bitters & Love, 118 Telok Ayer St., S(068587) www.mbgc.com.sg www.bittersandlove.com
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18 SEP-30 OCT 19 SEP 2015-MAR 2016 PS BESAR (PLAY SPACE THE ART OF SPEED BESAR) BY PLAYEUM The rejuvenated urban area around Lavender and READY. SET. GO! Singapore’s first Children's Farrer Park MRT stations will play host to site-specific, Centre for Creativity offers a thrilling experience interactive games that form a loose walking trail for the whole family. Come explore speed and through the Jalan Besar neighbourhood. Participants motion through novel programmes and workshops. will explore the area and learn how urban spaces can Experiment with zooming vehicles and exciting be used creatively. ramps, or create your own – the space is All day your playground! 10am-5pm (everyday except Mon and Tue) Lavender, Farrer Park Labrador Park Various venues along Jalan Besar between Lavender and Farrer Park MRT Stations Playeum, Children’s Centre for Creativity, #01- 21/22/23 Blk. 47 Gillman Barracks, S(109444) www.ura.gov.sg/MS/publicity/projects/current.aspx www.playeum.com
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11-19 SEP 11-30 SEP THE BEST OF CANDLENUT: GARDENS BY THE BAY PAST & PRESENT GPSS SPECIAL Savour authentic Peranakan (Straits-Chinese) cuisine Tourists get complimentary admission to the OCBC at one of Singapore’s most well-regarded restaurants. Skyway with every purchase of an admission ticket Singaporean chef Malcom Lee will whip up a special to both the Flower Dome and Cloud conservatories. menu using fresh market produce to offer a delicious Present your 2015 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE taste of this unique culture. AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX ticket and your passport to enjoy this special deal! 12pm-2:30 pm (Mon-Fri), 6pm-10pm (Mon-Sat) 9am-9pm Outram Park Bayfront Candlenut, #01-03 Dorsett Residences, Gardens by the Bay, 18 Marina 331 New Bridge Rd., S(088764) Gardens Dr., S(018953) www.candlenut.com.sg www.gardensbythebay.com.sg
30 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 2015 Grand Prix Season Singapore 31 AROUND THE WORLD GRUB, TRACK AROUND THE WORLD GRUB, AROUND THE TRACK Check out and book great dining offers near the circuit at hungrydeals.sg/race2015 or call +65 6884 6884
The sleek race cars are not the only ones that need fueling at the 2015 FORMULA ONE SINGAPORE AIRLINES SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX. While eyes are glued to the track, rev up your appetite with an international spread of souped-up food and beverage options located both within and outside the Circuit Park. TAKE YOUR PICK With a veritable smorgasbord of food outlets to head to inside the circuit, you can expect everything from local delights at the Makansutra Gluttons Bay in Zone 3 and Dockside Hawkers in Zone 4, to South Asian favourites, scrumptious American burgers, and flavourful European dishes at the various food stalls throughout the circuit park. CHUG AND CHILL Singapore’s most famous pubs will bring their taps and bartenders to the Park, so you can quench your thirst with beers, cocktails as well as other non-alcoholic beverages. Enjoy your meals and drinks at the tables. Better yet, bring along a mat and have a picnic under the stars while catching the performances.
You can also seek out popular restaurants from Singapore’s number one food portal at HungryGoWhere.com.
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FEAST OUT Brought to you by: Restaurants beyond and around the gates of the Marina Bay Street Circuit will also be geared up and going full-throttle with their specially created race-themed menus. So take advantage of these treats that they’ll be dishing out:
Oscar’s at Conrad Centennial Wine Universe Restaurant (Gate 2) Nikunohi (Gate 2) Singapore (Gate 2) Race-themed burgers and sandwiches aside, Race ticket holders enjoy not one but two Groups of three pay for two when the big draw here are the deals on wines and deals: 1-for-1 Sapporo beer, as well as 10% you dine on the lavish international spirits: $50 for house wines (usual price $65), off all Premium Steak/Kiwami Ultimate Beef dinner buffet at this 24-hour $140 for Johnnie Walker Black (usual price Yakiniku/Premium Rare Parts. restaurant, between 5pm and 8pm. $210) and lots more.
Bottura (Gate 2) Highlander CHIJMES (Gate 3) Wooloomooloo Steakhouse (Gate 3) Tuck into a Special Night Race Set Speed demons, bring your race ticket to One of the city’s best steakhouses also Menu ($60++/person) complete this Scottish-themed restaurant and bar, offers great views of the tracks, along with with an appetiser, a tagliatelle main with a live music band, to enjoy 10% off deals on a la carte food (minimum spend course, dessert and a glass of all beverages. between $200-$300 per person), five-hour wine of your choice. free-flow drinks and canape sets, and extended hours.
Zafferano (Gate 6) AquaMarine (Gate 8) LeVeL33 (Gate 10) The posh Italian restaurant offers From 14 to 21 Sep, there’s a sweet 1-for-1 The fantastic view would be worth the $33++ fantastic views along with luxe deal on the daily lunch buffet of 80 dishes. cover charge (0.3L signature craft beer or dinner menus for all three days of a glass of wine included). Or get together the race. a group of six and book a terrace table for $333++, with beers, wines and nibbles.
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