4 Fun (and Free) Things to do in November 2017

From local food festivals and free dance performances to neon-lit volleyball games on the beach, here are 4 fun - and free - events to enjoy with family and friends this November.

Halloween is over, but the real scary thing is that Christmas is just around the corner — again! — and it’s almost time to bid farewell to yet another year.

That said, it is a time of making merry; i.e., a time of spending lots of money what with all the gifts you need to buy, and all the parities you want to attend.

But you know, that doesn’t mean you need to deprive yourself this month in order to have more fun in the next. To save yourself a bit of money, check out these 4 free activities you can enjoy with your friends this November!

Let’s Go Jalan Jalan Food and Music Festival: Free Admission

A fun-filled day is guaranteed for the whole family. Food, music, games and parades — what more can a budget fun-seeker ask for?

Indulge in local and Asian foods while you bask in performances by local artists, or take a few fun snaps at the photo booth. The heritage corner is a great way for young ones to learn a bit more about our Singapore culture.

Although the activities and food have to be paid for with coupons — which you can purchase on the day and online — the admission to the festival is free, with a complimentary shuttle service as well.

Pick-ups are at Seah Im carpark, next to Harbourfront MRT station and Labrador Park MRT station. Gather the family and your friends pronto.

When: 17-19 November 2017

Time: 5pm to 12.30am (Friday)/ 10am to 12.30am (Saturday and Sunday)

Where: The Three Peacocks at Labrador Park, 8 Port road, Singapore 117540

Contact: Click here.

Ankur Blossoming Flowers Dance: Free Dance Performance

It’s nice to see some traditions standing the test of time, like this classical art form, a delightful traditional dance that has been passed down through many generations. T

his is a free dance performance by children from Chowk productions. Be mesmerised by the vibrant colours of their traditional outfits and choreography. Make a day of this with the family.

When: 26 November 2017

Time: 12.15pm and 1.15pm

Where: Esplanade Concourse, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981

Contact: Click here.

Local Filmmakers’ Showcase: Free short films

Singaporeans love their movies, so this is for all you film buffs out there. Make a trip to The Esplanade and support these local talents for an interesting afternoon of short films.

There will be three films by three local filmmakers: K Rajagopal – The Flame (PG) (Short film in Tamil with English Subtitles) commissioned as part of the Seven Letters for SG50; S S Vikneshwaran – Edit Me (PG) (Short Film in English) official selection for Boston Film Festival 2013; Don Aravind – Un Vasalil (PG13) (At Your Doorstep, Short film in Tamil with English Subtitles).

After the screen, stay for a short sharing session on production and direction tips.

When: 18 November 2017

Time: 4pm

Where: Library at the Esplanade, 1 Esplanade Dr, Singapore 038981

Contact: Click here.

Sentosa Pop-Up Night: Free Admission

Get your cameras out and Insta-stories ready — you will want this on your social feeds. This is a night filled with colours and lights galore, giving you a great reason to head on down to the beautiful Sentosa.

From art installations, bean-bag cinemas, paintings, wall doodles, neon volley ball and more, head down to the beach and let your imagination run wild.

For the volleyball games, you may register for free for a team of up to six players. Yup, you don’t need to pay for these amazing activities, but you might need a few days to cover all they have to offer. Note that while the event is free, Sentosa island admission and carpark charges still apply.  

The first Pop-Up Night was just concluded last week, so watch out for the next run, starting later this month!

When: 24 November to 1 January (Imbiah Lookout)

Time: 7pm-11pm

Where: Sentosa, Siloso Beach and Imbiah Lookout

Contact: Click here.

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By Alexa Fang

Alexa is a pop-culture vulture. She lives to read, write and travel, and decided long ago that life is stranger than fiction. When she's having croissant, she thinks in French. "31 Rue Cambon" is her favourite address, and she believes that money one enjoyed spending is never money wasted.