2025 was all about new perks and treats in celebration of SG60. We’ve seen SG60 deals, then came the SG60 vouchers, and even, the SG Culture Pass.
The question is, what exactly is it, and most importantly, how do you make the most of it? Well, that’s what we’re here for. Here’s the lowdown on everything you need to know.
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During the Budget 2025 announcements last year, the gahment introduced the SG Culture Pass – a new initiative that gives all Singaporeans aged 18 and above a little boost to explore our local arts and culture scene.
The $100 credits are a nudge to get out there and soak up some theatre, music, films, and even museum exhibitions you might have scrolled past before. On the list are also limited-time arts events for which you can purchase tickets using these $100 credits.
For those who have redeemed their credits, you have until 31st December 2028, which is plento of time to slowly use them all.
You can access your credits online through the SG Culture Pass website when they’re ready. So, no need to reply to any random SMSes, click shady links, or provide any sort of information to anybody.
That said, if you know your parents or grandparents are blur when it comes to online scams, get them to call and check with the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799, or the official SG Culture Pass Help Centre at 6338 3632.
The list of authorised ticketing partners includes Sistic, BookMyShow, GlobalTix, Pelago, Trip.com, and Klook.
The SG Culture Pass credits, kinda like CDC vouchers, can be used to “pay” or offset ticket prices for eligible local arts and heritage activities or programmes such as:
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You might be wondering: “Can I use them to redeem food since that technically is part of our culture?” Nice try, but no. While food is certainly an integral part of our identity, the SG Culture Pass was introduced to shine the spotlight on the arts and heritage scene.
However, if food is a small part of a larger cultural experience, then yes – it’s allowed. For example, you could use your credits for a 2-hour walking tour of Little India that ends with a short 15-minute makan sesh to try out traditional Indian desserts or drinks.
With over 400 arts and heritage activities or programmes on the list, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or spiral into analysis paralysis. To make things easier, we’ve picked out some standout events and workshops – from heritage-rich experiences and performances, to hands-on workshops and eye-opening exhibits.
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At Tea Chapter, Singapore’s oldest and largest traditional Chinese teahouse, you’ll learn the world of tea beyond just drinking it. Here, you’ll get to explore the history of Chinese tea with the Tea Appreciation experience ($78).
Sample 3 different types of Chinese teas and pair them with snacks like homemade tea-braised egg, while learning about teas across different cultures and even trying your hand at tea brewing. At the end of the session, bring home tea bags as souvenirs, so you can continue savouring the flavours and memories long after the workshop ends.
Book the Tea Appreciation experience.
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The Visual Arts Centre offers a wide range of workshops for all skill levels, from newbie to pro, so you can rest assured that there’s something for everyone. For example, the Acrylic Painting Workshop For Beginners ($60) teaches you the ropes, from blending techniques to colour mixing.
There’s also the Marquage Leather Painting Workshop ($80), where you’ll get to spruce up your own wallet, bag, or even sneakers.
Book spots to the art workshops at Visual Arts Centre.
Step into Peranakan heritage with Portraits In Peranakan: A Living Heritage in Kebaya & Batik ($100) by Straits Enclave. You’ll dress up in kebayas, batik shirts, sarongs, jewellery, hairpieces, and beaded slippers for the full experience. Outfits are available in sizes XS to XXXXL, so everyone is welcome to try them on.
Once you’re all dolled up, enjoy a professional photoshoot at Peranakan Museum and along the colourful shophouses on Koon Seng Road. But this culture pass experience offers more than just pictures – you’ll also learn about Peranakan fashion and styling, and walk away with over 50 soft copy photos as a keepsake.
Book Portraits In Peranakan: A Living Heritage in Kebaya & Batik.
Queen Elizabeth visiting the “VIP Block” at Toa Payoh in 1967.
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The Toa Payoh Heritage Trail (from $25) by Tapestry Trails takes you through Toa Payoh, where you’ll get to check out the “VIP Block” visited by Queen Elizabeth II, explore Chinese medical institutions funded by locals, and learn how the estate has evolved over the decades. Along the way, sample heritage hawker food from stalls that have perfected their craft over generations.
This is a family-friendly activity that’s suitable for all ages – even kids can join in and learn more about Singapore’s heritage together.
Book the Toa Payoh Heritage Trail.
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liminal (from $20) is a new series by local contemporary dance troupe T.H.E Dance Company. It aims to highlight the works of mid-career artists and provide a platform for a wider range for contemporary dancers in Singapore.
In this first edition, they’ll be bringing together T.H.E’s resident choreographer Anthea Seah, alongside dancers Fiona Thng and Klievert Jon Mendoza, to showcase new personal pieces that explore themes of identity, desire, and freedom – emotions that many of us can relate to.
If you’re a person who’s 20 years old or under, you’ll get a ticket for only $20, but do grab them fast as there’s only 20 tickets available. Otherwise, tickets go from $30 for early birds and $40 for standard tickets. The performance dates are from 3rd-5th April 2026.
Book tickets to liminal.
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Whoever said visiting a museum is boring needs to check out FRAMED: A Murder Mystery at National Gallery Singapore. In short, it’s an interactive smartphone game where you are framed for a crime that you didn’t commit. It’s up to you to solve them by utilising the clues hidden within the building. It is a great bonding activity for around 4 to 5 peeps, and tickets cost $29.90/pax.
Book tickets to FRAMED: A Murder Mystery at National Gallery Singapore.
Just when you think you’ve tried all types of hawker centre food, there’s always something new to uncover. The J.I.A.K 99 Classic Hawker Experience ($35) by Jiak 99 Pte Ltd might surprise you with interesting facts you may not have already known about Singapore’s hawker culture.
This 1-hour guided experience on the culture pass lets you explore 4 cultural zones, sample hawker bites from each ethnic group served in a traditional tingkat, and take part in fun trivia. You’ll also get hands-on with creating a special keepsake to bring home, like a jasmine wrist garland or Peranakan tile.
Book the J.I.A.K 99 Classic Hawker Experience.
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Batik was once a fading art form in Singapore, but thanks to a few organisations like the Visual Arts Centre, it’s been making a quiet but meaningful comeback.
Now, you can learn all about the Southeast Asian heritage textile art with a Batik Painting Workshop (from $65/pax), where you’ll be sketching your own motifs and bringing home an artwork that captures your own interpretation of SG culture.
Book tickets to the Batik Painting Workshop.
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If you’re looking for a welcome change of pace from the slow, serene nature of painting, the Balloon Splatter Art Workshop is the shake-up you need. It’s part dart throwing, part painting – simply throw darts at the paint-filled balloons and watch them create a kaleidoscope of colours.
TBH, it’s a bit similar to The Fragment Room experience, where chaos and making a mess are the way to destress. Doing it with your pals also takes the experience up a notch – level up the fun for $85/pax when you come in a group of 4 peeps or more.
Book tickets to the Balloon Splatter Art Workshop.
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You don’t have to fast forward to a distant, sci-fi future to see what lies ahead for humanity. The Another World Is Possible (from $11.75) exhibition at ArtScience Museum brings together art, design, cinema, and imagination to help you visualise the future.
Walk through interactive installations featuring vertical gardens, floating farms, and creative projects from artists including Björk and Ming Wong. This experience lets you see how imagination and innovation could shape our world.
Book tickets to the Another World Is Possible exhibition.
Heritage in a Cup ($79) provides a unique way for Singaporeans to connect with their heritage. You’ll get to make your own kop-style mug out of clay and paint it with motifs that remind you of Singapore, like orchids, old biscuit tins, and batik print.
This workshop will be held at Arudio Ceramic and would be a great bonding opportunity for you and your loved ones as you relive these nostalgic moments that make up our rich culture.
Book tickets to Heritage in a Cup.
All Harry Potter and Studio Ghibli fans, rise up. The Singapore Symphony Orchestra (SSO) is bringing your favourite Harry Potter and Princess Mononoke soundtrack to life in A Musical Box of Chocolates (from $19.60) for 2 nights only on 6th & 7th March 2026.
Highlights include a special tuba concerto by SSO Principal Tomoki Natsume, so your ears are in for a treat.
Book tickets to A Musical Box of Chocolates.
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In case you didn’t know, Singapore has 1 last surviving kampong left, and this culture pass-eligible tour allows you to visit the site and hear with the community that still resides there. At Kampong Lorong Buangkok: Singapore’s Last Kampong ($48), you’ll get to explore this village first-hand.
The village head herself, Miss Sng Mui Hong, will be opening her home and sharing personal stories. You’ll also get to immerse yourself in traditional games like chapteh. This tour will give you a deeper understanding of Singapore’s kampung culture and appreciate its significance in our history.
Book tickets to the Kampong Lorong Buangkok: Singapore’s Last Kampong tour.
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Singapore Repertory Theatre (SRT) will be showcasing Charlotte’s Web (from $32), a stage musical adaptation of E. B. White’s beloved children’s book. Watch SRT’s The Little Company bring the adventures of young pig Wilbur and his unlikely spider friend, Charlotte, from the page to the stage.
If you’re looking for a way to introduce your little ones to theatre and literature, this culture pass-eligible production is a good place to start. You can pique their curiosity through the stage production and introduce them to the book to let them see how different mediums tell the same story in unique ways.
Book tickets to Charlotte’s Web.
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The Journey of Comic-making workshop ($48) is a collaboration between Ink Fusion Singapore and local comic publisher TCZ studio, where you’ll be taught the basics of storytelling in the comic format. Try your hand at creating a single comic panel from concept to inking. You’ll also get to discover the history of the comic book industry in Singapore.
No drawing skill is needed as instructors would adjust the culture pass workshop based on the participants’ skill level. Parents can bring a child under 16 for no additional charge, so this workshop could make a great bonding experience.
Get tickets to Journey of Comic-making.
Head over to the SG Culture Pass website to stay updated on the latest news and announcements, as well as for the full list of events and activities you can sign up for.
Say goodbye to boring weekends and hello to exciting cultural, arts, and heritage experiences with the SG Culture Pass. From dazzling performances to fun activities, the world is your oyster.
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Cover image adapted from: Klook, Sistic
This article contains partial partnership content. However, all opinions are ours.
Originally published on 25th July 2025. Last updated by ‘Arifah Malik on 9th January 2026.
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