Back for its annual run as the official festival village of i Light Singapore, this year’s edition of GastroBeats is serving up 3 weeks of food, music, and activities from 5th to 28th June 2026. And while it’s a familiar name on the calendar, the event never quite looks or feels the same twice. Each year brings a fresh line-up of eats, experiences, and surprises.
We got a sneak peek before it opens to the public – here’s everything you need to know.
Image credit: GastroBeats
It’s Singapore’s largest food and music festival, and it’s back once again at the Bayfront Event Space. Expect over 40 food vendors and live acts, play areas for all ages, and even pickleball courts to burn those calories after feasting.
On top of that, there’s a line-up of experiences from big brands like Coca-Cola, Carlsberg, and Zouk – each turning the space into a playground for all ages.
Yes, GastroBeats 2026 is free for all to enter. It’s also a pet-friendly event, so your 4-legged plus-one is invited too.
Speaking of pets, GastroBeats 2026 isn’t just pet-friendly in name – it comes with dedicated experiences so your furry companions can get in on the action too.
Screenshot from: @piforpistachio via Instagram
French beer brand, 1664, has launched a series of social experiences for both pawrents and furbabies with Café 1664 Pours & Paws:
Screenshot from: @kerxuannn via Instagram
There’s also a free newspaper-style photobooth to snap some pics and bring home as keepsakes.
If your pet still has energy to burn after making new friends, swing by the Income Insurance Singapore pet-friendly zone, where furkids can take a breather or go full zoomies mode.
You’re probably already familiar with Solace Studios, one of Singapore’s leading self-photobooth brands and the same team behind the IG-worthy vintage-inspired photobooth at The Cathay.
For GastroBeats 2026, they’ve launched a Solace Theatres theme, featuring 9 themed photobooths for you to snap cute pics with your friends. Prices start from $12, and you’ll get to choose from a variety of photo strip templates and designs.
There’s even a cute Minion claw machine photobooth, which ended up being the most popular option while we were there. The queue for it got pretty long, so if this booth is high on your must-do list, our tip is to head there first thing before the crowds roll in.
Booth: B3
Over at the Kids Zone, there’s an entire area dedicated to classic carnival games like Ring Toss (7 credits/game, 12 credits/2 games), where it’s all about testing your aim and seeing how far your luck stretches.
Meanwhile, rides like the Bumper Cars (10 credits/pax, 15 credits/adult + child) are great for entertaining all ages.
There’s also a Double Storey Horse Carousel (10 credits/pax, 5 credits/accompanying adult), which is a hit with younger visitors, but also doubles as a pretty photo spot for your Instagram.
Inflatables at the Inflatable Playland (10 credits/pax) are set up for kids to bounce, tumble, and burn off whatever snack-fuelled energy they’ve got left too.
Credits are priced at $1 each – top up more than $30 to enjoy free credits:
| Top-up | Credits |
| $40 | 42 credits |
| $50 | 56 credits |
| $60 | 68 credits |
| $70 | 80 credits |
| $80 | 92 credits |
| $90 | 104 credits |
| $100 | 116 credits |
Cards and credits will not expire, and you can use them at any other J’Kids Funland locations.
Booths: E1-E7
Just when you think the pickleball craze might be dying down soon, GastroBeats 2026 is here to prove you wrong. There are 2 pickleball courts set up by EPIC, the team behind the Amateur Pickleball World Championship.
Court bookings will be available for visitors. We’ve reached out to the organisers for more details on how bookings will work, and we’ll update this article once more information is available.
Booths: S1 & S2
Participating brands for this year’s GastroBeats include big names like Carlsberg, Coca-Cola, Somersby, 1664, and Zouk. Drop by each brand’s booth to take part in mini challenges and interactive games for a chance to win prizes. And yes, there’s no shortage of drinks either, with everything from beers and ciders to slushies available depending on where you stop.
One of our favourite booths is the Somersby Pickleball Playground, where things get competitive. The game here challenges you to hit balls into 4 holes within 20 seconds for a chance to win a coaster. It’s free to play, and all you need to do is follow Somersby Singapore on Instagram to qualify.
The Coca-Cola Zone was another spot that kept drawing a steady crowd while we were there, and it’s easy to see why, with its mix of interactive stations and photo-worthy setups. Games here include subsoccer and a “kiap” station, where you use chopsticks to grab plushies. Try your best, and you might just win exclusive merch.
At Carlsberg’s space, Blk 178 ‘Jalan Carlsberg’ is designed like a void deck setup, complete with checkered tables and stools. It also houses a Minimart Bar where you can grab an ice-cold pint between all the walking.
Zouk brings a more nostalgic edge, recreating familiar elements inspired by Phuture and Velvet Underground from Jiak Kim days. It doubles up as a photospot and drinks stop, with a menu featuring cocktails like Sour Plum Vodka shot ($10) and Chrysanthemum Peach Gin Slushie ($16).
Booths: B1-B11
GastroBeats wouldn’t be GastroBeats without its line-up of live performances keeping the energy going through the night.
This year’s stage features local acts like 53A, Jive Talkin’, and Supersonic, bringing crowd-pleasing sets that make it very easy to lose track of time between bites.
Seating near the stage tends to get snapped up quickly – chope a spot early if the plan is to settle in with food in hand and catch the performances properly.
Booth: Main Stage
Be warned: the queues for food and drinks can get long, so some strategy is needed if you want to maximise both your time and precious stomach space. There are 40 stalls at GastroBeats 2026, so trying everything is practically impossible. However, we managed to spot and sample a few options we think are worth joining the queue for.
First up is Jett Barbecue, bringing authentic Texas barbecue to Singapore. You’ll spot its massive red smoker almost immediately – it was brought in all the way from Texas, and the meats here are smoked for 6 to 12 hours before landing on your plate.
We tried the Smoked Texas Style Dino Ribs ($22/100g, $99/600g), served on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, and the Smoked Beef Cheek Burger ($27), which made for a seriously indulgent meal. If you’re feeling bougie, get the Everything Platter ($154), which comes with 1 full rib, 2 beef cheek burgers, 1 loaded tater tots, and mashed potatoes.
To wash everything down, we stopped by Thirsty, where every drink revolves around coconut in one way or another. Dawn ($11) – a coconut shake topped with pistachio foam, glaze, and crunch – ended up being our favourite. It was refreshing in Singapore’s heat, and the pistachio added a strong nuttiness we really liked.
We also tried Horizon ($10), a lighter drink made with coconut water, blue pea, and sea salt cold foam. While it didn’t quite hit the same highs as Dawn for us, it’s a good pick if you want something more refreshing and less rich.
Take note that the drinks pictured are sample sizes, so your actual order will come in regular-sized cups.
Image credit: Eatbook
Other stalls worth checking out include No Time Hotpot, Kwazy Korndog, Slurp Your Oysters, and Siblings Gelato, covering everything from hearty mains and snacks to desserts for your 2nd stomach.
Booths: F1-F40
To celebrate the founder’s son’s 1st birthday, Jett Barbecue is giving away 750 free Smoked Beef Cheek Burgers in total – 250 a day from 5th to 7th June 2026! Burgers will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis from 4pm.
Screenshot from: @gastrobeatsofficial via Instagram
GastroBeats 2026 is a cashless event, but instead of paying for your food and drinks with your credit card, pay using Grab Dine Out to enjoy 10% off your bill. Scan the QR code at each stall when making payment, and 10% will be automatically deducted.
And because it’s GastroBeats’ 5th anniversary, they’re celebrating with High on Five, where beers, stouts, and ciders start from $5.55 to $5.95.
This promotion is available from Sunday to Thursday, between 5pm and 6pm.
We’ll be real – although entry is free, food and drinks can get pricey. But to be fair, that’s kind of the standard festival experience. The upside is you’re getting a huge variety of options all gathered in one place. Just remember to use Grab Dine Out for 10% off, so your wallet hurts less.
Beyond the food, there’s quite a bit to do as well. Free games, brand activations, live music, and photobooths mean there’s enough going on even if your main agenda isn’t eating your way through the festival. Pawrents, in particular, will get even more mileage out of the experience thanks to the pet-friendly activities.
Overall, if you’re already heading to i Light Singapore and need somewhere to refuel, it might be worth popping by GastroBeats. Maybe set a budget before going to hold yourself accountable.
You can find GastroBeats 2026 at the Bayfront Event Space, about a 4-minute walk from Bayfront MRT Station via Exit A.
Alternatively, hop on buses 97, 97e, 106, 133, 502, 502A, 518, 666, 671, 672, 673, 675, 676, 677, 678, or 679, and alight at Bayfront Stn Exit A (03519).
Put on your cutest outfit, come hungry, and remember to bring a mini portable fan because Singapore’s heat is unforgiving.
Admission: Free
Date: 5th-28th Jun 2026
Time: 4pm-11pm, Daily
Venue: Bayfront Event Space
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Photography by Ashley Hoon.
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