Marking a significant milestone for National Gallery Singapore’s 10th anniversary and SG60, Light to Night Singapore 2025 returns as the marquee event of Singapore Art Week. Taking place from 17 January to 6 February 2025, this year’s festival delves into the theme “Do You See Me?”, exploring diverse identities and perspectives across Singapore’s communities.
Spanning three dynamic weeks, the Civic District will transform into a glowing hub of creativity with over 70 captivating artworks and programmes, including luminous projection mappings, large-scale installations, and immersive public activities. From art lovers to families, this festival invites everyone to connect and celebrate the rich tapestry of Singapore’s cultural heritage.
Art Highlights: Celebrating Visionaries and Community Stories
This year’s festival pays tribute to pioneering local artists while spotlighting lesser-seen communities.
- Han Sai Por presents Travelling Through the Tropical Rainforest, a Padang centrepiece featuring six striking inflatable sculptures inspired by tropical palms. These larger-than-life forms comment on the delicate balance between nature and urbanization.
- Art Skins on Monuments returns with projection mappings on iconic cultural landmarks, including National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisations Museum, and Victoria Theatre. This year’s lineup includes works by Cultural Medallion recipients Chng Seok Tin, Goh Beng Kwan, and Jaafar Latiff, alongside emerging talents like Song-Ming Ang and TraseOne.
Interactive installations bring fresh perspectives to festival-goers:
- Through The Looking Glass by Claire Teo offers a multi-sensory experience inspired by her journey as a visually impaired artist.
- Now You See Us? by TraseOne explores Singapore’s graffiti scene, while the International Migrants Day Photo Contest showcase celebrates the talents of the local migrant community.
- Return to Paradise (Play) by Beverley Ng evokes nostalgia for the 2000s with depictions of arcades, pasar malams, and theme parks.
Immersive Experiences for Everyone
Light to Night 2025 ensures a mix of art, entertainment, and social engagement for visitors of all ages.
- Art X Social: Festival Street on St Andrew’s Road offers street food, roving performances, and games across all three weekends.
- The Living Room at the Singapore Courtyard transforms into a cosy communal space featuring workshops, artist talks, and DJ sets by EATMEPOPTART.
- Scarce City by Rainshadow Studio invites participants into an interactive light installation addressing climate change, while Escaped the Art by Strawberries Inc. brings interactive theatre to life.
- Live performances, from music to dance, take centre stage during Gallery Gigs and Resonates With Residency.
Extended Hours and Free Entry
The festival extends the Gallery’s opening hours to 11pm on weekends (Friday to Sunday), offering free entry to all exhibitions, including the SG Artist series spotlighting trailblazers like Kim Lim and Lim Tze Peng.
Don’t miss this celebration of art and identity at Light to Night Singapore 2025. Stay updated by visiting the festival website or following National Gallery Singapore on social media.
- Dates: 17 January – 6 February 2025
- Locations: National Gallery Singapore, Asian Civilisations Museum, Victoria Theatre, The Arts House, Esplanade, Funan
- Admission: Free, with ticketed programmes available for pre-booking.
