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Welcome, listeners, to Things to Do in Singapore with your globe-trotting sports nut buddy, Oly Bennet, coming to you from the Little Red Dot where the humidity is high, the air-con is heroic, and the festive season is in full swing this Sunday. Singapore’s in peak year-end mode: malls are packed, Orchard Road is glowing with Christmas lights, and the skies are mostly warm and cloudy with the classic “might rain, might not, bring an umbrella just in case” vibe.Let’s kick off with what’s popping today. Over at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre, Doujin Market Mini 2025 is in full blast, a bite-sized fandom convention bringing together pop culture creators, art, merch, and a whole lot of cosplay energy according to Suntec Singapore’s event listing. If you love anime, games, or quirky indie art, this is your playground.For something outdoorsy with a festive twist, Gardens by the Bay is deep in Christmas season mode. Their calendar shows extended evening light shows at Supertree Grove with Garden Rhapsody and the Borealis installation timed to sync with the Christmas Wonderland period, turning the skyline into a neon snow globe without the cold. Just note that Floral Fantasy opens from noon today due to a launch event earlier in the morning.If brain games are more your sport, Eventbrite lists the Singapore Conspiracy Game: The Outdoor Escape happening around St Andrew’s Road. Think citywide treasure hunt meets escape room: you and your crew race around downtown solving puzzles and decoding clues using the actual streets as your game board. It’s like Amazing Race, but with more selfies and fewer TV cameras.For families and collectors, Singapore Expo is hosting the Singapore Card Show 2025, billed as the largest card show in the country, celebrating everything from sports cards to trading card games. It’s cardboard chaos in the best possible way.On the culture and concerts front, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra is wrapping up its SSO Christmas Concert 2025 weekend at Esplanade Concert Hall, with a classic, sing-along-friendly holiday programme, as listed on the SSO website. Perfect if you want to swap shopping-bag noise for orchestral bells.Now, a couple of handy city updates. Gardens by the Bay notes that Supertree Grove and the Meadow are closed to the general public from 5.30pm to 11pm during the Christmas Wonderland run, so plan your photo ops earlier in the day unless you’ve got event tickets. Year-end crowds are thick across the MRT network, especially around City Hall, Orchard, and Bayfront in the evening, so tap in a little earlier if you’re heading to a show or event.Here are some must-do moves for today. Hit a hawker centre—try Maxwell, Amoy, or Lau Pa Sat—for a late breakfast: kaya toast, kopi, and maybe a cheeky plate of chicken rice if you’re already in lunch mode. Swing by Gardens by the Bay in the afternoon, then roll into the light shows as the skyline flips to night mode. If you’re a fan of niche fun, combine Doujin Market Mini by day with the outdoor escape game nearby for a full “geek cardio” experience. Night owls can finish with drinks around Clarke Quay or a chill rooftop bar at Marina Bay.Local tip from your sports-obsessed tour guide: Singapore’s unofficial national sport is queueing. If you see a long line at a hawker stall, that’s often the best food in the area. Join the queue, trust the aunties and uncles in front of you, and you’ll be rewarded with championship-level noodles.Before we sign off, keep an eye on tomorrow’s calendar: more Christmas festivities at Gardens by the Bay, ongoing year-end shopping madness on Orchard, and the fandom fun at Suntec winding down, so it’s your last chance to dive into that creator scene. Tune in tomorrow for fresh picks, new events, and more ways to turn Singapore into your personal playground.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome listeners to Things to Do in Singapore with your globe-trotting sports nut Oly Bennet, coming to you from the Lion City on Saturday, 13 December 2025. Singapore is sizzling today in every way: hot, humid, with that classic “bring a brolly just in case” sky, air-con on max, and the city buzzing with pre-Christmas energy in malls, museums, and along Marina Bay.Let’s kick off with what’s happening right now. Over at the Science Centre Singapore, Little Day Out highlights Sci-sational Christmas 2025, a family-friendly mashup of science experiments, festive décor, and hands-on activities that will keep kids happily wired without any extra sugar. Jewel Changi Airport is throwing a fandom party today, according to Elle Singapore, complete with a special fan event at the Cloud9 Piazza, so you can plane-spot, shop, and scream for your faves all in one go. Cat lovers, this is your Super Bowl: Travel and Tour World reports that the Singapore Cat Festival 2025 claws into Suntec Singapore this weekend, from 10am to 8pm, with cat products, adoption drives, and more glorious floof than your lint roller can handle. If you’re in a more musical mood, the Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s Christmas Concert 2025 is lighting up Esplanade Concert Hall tonight with carols and choruses perfect for that “I live in a movie” feeling. And at Suntec Singapore, the STEMI Christmas Gospel event is running this afternoon into the evening, turning the convention centre into a full-on praise and music zone.On the city updates front, VisitSingapore’s events listings show December packed with cultural happenings like the Singapore Biennale 2025 and Gallery Children’s Biennale, so expect slightly busier trains around the Civic District and Marina Bay as art lovers flock in. Marina Bay Sands’ event directory adds a steady stream of conferences and expos at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, which means Marina Bay and Bayfront MRT could be extra crowded around check-in and knock-off hours—tap in a little earlier if you’ve got evening plans there.Now, game plan for your day. Start with a classic: hit a hawker centre like Maxwell Food Centre or Lau Pa Sat for kaya toast or chicken rice, then stroll over to Marina Bay Sands and head up to the SkyPark Observation Deck, which My Guide Singapore flags as a must-do for those panoramic “look, I’m on a postcard” views. For something more offbeat, hop to the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct to soak up museums and indie vibes—especially timely with major arts events and biennales rolling through this year. Families can combine Sci-sational Christmas at Science Centre with an evening walk at the nearby Jurong Lake Gardens for sunset and playground time. Night owls, pivot to Clarke Quay or Ann Siang Hill later on for bars, live music, and some very photogenic shophouses.Local tip time: if you want to sound like you know what you’re doing, when someone asks if you’ve eaten, just say “Have, have, just now only” even if it was three hours ago. And remember, most malls and attractions are linked by covered walkways or underground passages—follow the signs and you can dodge both rain and sun like a true Singapore pro.Before I sign off, keep an eye on tomorrow’s continuation of the Singapore Cat Festival at Suntec and more Christmas-season concerts and family events citywide. I’ll be back with fresh picks, new openings, and more quirky corners of Singapore for you to explore.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome to Things to Do in Singapore, I’m Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting sports nut turned city explorer, beaming in with today’s Singapore scoop for Friday, 12 December 2025.Right now, the Lion City is in full festive sprint: it’s warm, humid, with those classic “might-rain-any-minute” skies, so pack an umbrella but dress light. Christmas decorations are glowing across Orchard Road and Marina Bay, and the city’s got that buzzy, end-of-year, “one more party” energy.Let’s kick off with what’s happening today. Time Out Singapore highlights a whimsical weekend lineup: creative markets, art pop‑ups, and festive concerts, including Christmas carols with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra and a My Little Pony floral display over at Gardens by the Bay – perfect for families and anyone secretly still into cartoon ponies. Little Day Out reports that Science Centre Singapore is running Christmas activities for kids from today through 25 December, with hands-on stations that basically turn science into a festive obstacle course. Over at the National Museum, the SKULLPANDA CAGE‑UNCAGE showcase has just landed, according to Nacre Asia, bringing an immersive designer-toy art experience that’s part cute, part creepy, all Instagram gold. And for something only-in-Singapore, the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club is hosting its Christmas Boat Light-Up Contest this evening from 6 to 9 pm, with yachts and even jet-skis decked out like floating Christmas trees, says RSYC.If you want to move your body a bit, Eventbrite lists the Singapore Conspiracy Game outdoor escape experience around St Andrew’s Road this afternoon – think urban treasure hunt meets brain-teasing puzzle race through the Civic District.On the news-and-updates front, local lifestyle outlets like Time Out and Vogue Singapore have been buzzing about new 2025 openings, from fresh restaurant concepts to revamped nightlife spots, especially around the CBD and Chinatown. SMRT and SBS usually step up train and bus frequencies on busy December evenings, so expect decent transit flow – but always tap in a little earlier if you’re heading to big events around Marina Bay or Orchard.Here’s your Oly-approved playbook for today. For first-timers, hit the Marina Bay Sands SkyPark around sunset, then stroll the waterfront to catch the city lights. Swing by Gardens by the Bay for the Christmas displays, then hop to the yacht club boat light-up if you’re craving seaside vibes. Culture fans should add the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s lion dance heritage exhibition, highlighted by Little Day Out, for a deep dive into one of the city’s most dynamic traditional arts. And if you love games, join that outdoor escape adventure and treat the city like your personal sports arena.Local tip: pay attention to MRT station exits – Downtown, City Hall, and Bayfront all have multiple exits that can save you 10 sweaty minutes if you pick the right one. And here’s a fun fact: according to the Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore has over 50 rooftop bars and restaurants, so you’re never far from a sky-high view and a cold drink after all that exploring.Before I dash off to my next quirky-sport quest, keep an eye on tomorrow’s lineup: weekend markets, more art experiences, and plenty of festive family activities will keep the city buzzing right through Sunday. Tune in again for your next game plan.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome listeners to Things to Do in Singapore with your globe-trotting sports nut Oly Bennet, beaming in from the tropics where the only ice you’ll see is in your kopi. Singapore today is hot, humid, and humming with festive energy as December ramps up: think blue skies, quick showers, and air-con malls glowing like Christmas trophies.The city’s vibe is full-on year-end celebration mode. Agoda recently highlighted Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay as one of Asia’s must-visit festive spots, and you can feel why the moment the sun sets and the Supertrees light up. Over at Gardens by the Bay, Christmas at the Gardens is in full swing, with the Flower Dome, Cloud Forest, and Supertree Grove all decked out in lights, festive floral displays, and holiday programmes that run through early January, including special bundles if you want to hit multiple attractions in one go, according to Gardens by the Bay’s event calendar.Family listeners, the Ultimate Family Friendly Events Guide from Little Steps Asia says December is packed: Science Centre Singapore is running its biggest-ever dinosaur exhibition, “Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us,” plus Omni-Theatre films like “Amazing Dino World 2” at special local prices, perfect if you want air-con, science, and roaring T-Rexes all in one shot. Also at Gardens by the Bay, the Christmas Train Show in the Flower Dome takes you on a coast-to-coast miniature railway journey, complete with a replica of Singapore’s own MRT train zipping past tiny landmarks.For festival junkies, Togetherland by World Christmas Market has taken over Bayfront Event Space with “A Christmas Constellation,” featuring immersive zones, live acts, food stalls, and plenty of festive photo ops, as highlighted by Little Steps Asia and recent coverage of Singapore’s Marina Bay year-end programming. Night owls, keep an eye on Eventbrite’s Singapore listings: from party anthems at Hard Rock Cafe to wine raves at Fitz Wine Bar, the nightlife calendar is stacked with gigs, DJ nights, and themed parties across town.On the news and city-info side, Gardens by the Bay notes that the Supertree Observatory will close early for a private event on 12 December, so listeners planning skyline selfies should time their visit earlier or pick another evening. Singapore is also leaning into big cultural showcases, with announcements rolling out for upcoming parades like Chingay 2026 from the official Chingay site, so you’ll see rehearsal energy and creative builds popping up around town in the months ahead.So what should you actually do today? I’d hit three moves. First, an early-morning stroll or run along Marina Bay Sands to the Merlion – flat, scenic, and you’ll feel like you’re in your own Olympic opening ceremony. Second, spend the afternoon chasing dinos at Science Centre Singapore or cloud-forest dinosaurs at Gardens by the Bay’s Jurassic-themed Cloud Forest experience. Third, wrap the day under the lights at Christmas Wonderland or Christmas at the Gardens, grabbing photos at Supertree Grove and a festive drink while the light show plays overhead.Local tip from your roving sports maniac: embrace the MRT. It’s clean, fast, and beautifully signed, and tapping in with a contactless card or phone means you don’t even need a separate transport pass. Pro move: if you’re heading to Gardens by the Bay, hop off at Bayfront rather than Marina Bay; it drops you much closer and saves you a sweaty walk that feels like a surprise endurance event.Coming up tomorrow and into the weekend, platforms like Time Out Singapore and Eventbrite are teasing even more action: family-friendly festivals like the Singapore Cat Festival at Suntec, arts performances such as “The Red Shoes,” and late-night parties rolling into the early hours. I’ll be back to dive into those, plus more hidden-gem adventures, in the next episode of Things to Do in Singapore.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

Welcome listeners to Things To Do In Singapore with your globe-trotting sports nut Oly Bennet, coming to you from the Little Red Dot where the humidity is high, the air-con is cold, and the city is buzzing with festive energy this Sunday in early December 2025. The skies are warm, occasionally showery, classic tropical Singapore—perfect for darting between malls, parks, and parties.Let’s kick off with today’s star events. Over at Esplanade, Majulah! A Celebration of Singapore Musical Theatre is lighting up the Concourse this evening with free showcases of home-grown musical theatre hits, part of the Voices – A Festival of Song series, according to Esplanade’s festival lineup. If you’re more into capes than chorus lines, Marina Bay Sands Expo is hosting Singapore Comic Con 2025 this weekend, which Secret Singapore calls Southeast Asia’s biggest pop culture and cosplay gathering. Families, saddle up: Christmas at the Stables 2025 is running today at EQUAL’s farm, where you can tour the stables and meet the horses from morning till evening, as listed by EQUAL. And for puzzle-loving adventurers, there’s an outdoor escape game called Alternate Universes happening around the Statue of Sir Stamford Raffles, as seen on Eventbrite’s Singapore listings.Now for some city buzz. Secret Singapore reports that Christmas Wonderland at Gardens by the Bay is in full swing, with light displays, a Christmas pyramid, even artificial snow. Orchard Road is glowing with the Christmas on a Great Street 2025 light-up, turning the whole stretch into one long festive selfie lane. Over in Sentosa, a new Pac-Man Carnival at Palawan Green is transforming the classic arcade legend into a real-world maze of games and family activities. Public transport-wise, the usual December weekend crowds mean MRTs and buses are busy near Marina Bay, Orchard, and Sentosa—so tap in early, use the Downtown and Circle Lines when you can, and enjoy that sweet, sweet air-con between stops.Here are some must-do moves for your Singapore game plan today. Start with a lazy kopi and kaya toast breakfast at a neighborhood kopitiam, then head to Gardens by the Bay to wander the Flower Dome’s Christmas Train Show, which Secret Singapore highlights for its intricate model trains and festive landscapes. Swing by Singapore Comic Con for a few hours of costumes, collectibles, and gaming chaos, then walk the Marina Bay waterfront for skyline views as the sun goes down. In the evening, catch Majulah! at Esplanade for a free cultural fix, then cap the night off at Orchard Road under a tunnel of lights, hunting for late-night snacks.Local tip from Oly’s playbook: if you want to feel like a real Singaporean, master the hawker center dance. Look for tissue packets or an umbrella on a table—that’s a “chope,” or reservation. Drop your own small item to mark your seat, then confidently join the food queue. Order like a champ, pay in cash or contactless, and always return your tray to the station—you’ll blend in faster than you can say “chicken rice.”Before we wrap, a little teaser for tomorrow. Eventbrite’s calendar shows wakeup&dance at KADA for those who like to start Monday with a boogie, plus a Queer Christmas Market and live Beatles tribute gig warming up the evening. I’ll be back to scout more quirky sports, wild events, and hidden corners of Singapore for you.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to jump on these great deals https://amzn.to/3V0gjPtFor more on Oly check out https://www.instagram.com/olybennet/This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI