The Cosmopolitan Malay World through the Muslim Heritage of Kampong Gelam: Gravestone styles, writing scripts and calligraphic art at Jalan Kubor Cemetery

10 May • 10:00am

A Public Seminar on the cultural and artistic legacies of Jalan Kubor Cemetery gravestones – the variety of gravestone types and their artistic aspects as seen through Arabic calligraphy and Jawi, Bugis, Javanese, Gujarati and Chinese scripts - drawing upon examples found in Jalan Kubor Muslim gravestones.

The Evolution of Wushu

11, 18 May • 11:30am

From traditional art to modern sport, come on an exciting journey that traces Wushu's dynamic journey and transform into a martial arts warrior through hands on learning.

The In-Kueh-Dible Rainbow Ondeh Ondeh workshop

1, 4, 10 - 11, 18 May • 11:00am

Join us in this In-Kueh-Dible hands-on experience, where you and your little ones get to create your very own rainbow ondeh ondeh!

The Otah Heritage Tour

10 May • 10:00am

10 May • 02:00pm

Go behind the scenes at an Otah factory! See how it's made, learn how it evolved, and discover how this traditional treat is winning over Gen Y & Z. Old traditions, new ways!

Tok Panjang

10 May • 12:00pm

Celebrate Mother's Day with a traditional Peranakan tok panjang lunch, enjoy classic dishes, dine on beautiful nyonyaware, and learn the stories behind these timeless culinary treasures.

Undisclosed

18 May • 10:00am

18 May • 12:00pm

18 May • 02:00pm

18 May • 04:00pm

18 May • 06:00pm

Join UNDISCLOSED, a mystery HeritageFest tour featuring a rare, vanishing practice. It’s your chance to catch a hidden gem of our heritage—before it disappears for good!

Unveiling Heritage The Jewish Community Legacy in Singapore

2 May • 10:00am

4, 18 May • 02:00pm

5, 15 May • 11:00am

8, 11 May • 03:00pm

21 May • 04:00pm

Journey through Singapore's Jewish community history. Discover their resilience, personal stories, and cultural contributions that shaped our nation.

Walk with May – A Special Edition

10 May • 02:00pm

Hear stories of the women of Kampong Gelam,trailblazers, caretakers, and creatives who have shaped the heart and soul of this historic neighbourhood through the decades.

Where Gods Are Born

10 May • 04:00pm

20 May • 08:00pm

Step behind the scenes of a six-generation workshop where wooden deities come to life and discover the intricate world of religious artistry and cultural preservation.

Yok Sembang Gendang

4 May • 11:00am

Beat, rhythm, and community converge as Nadi Singapura invites you to explore the vibrant drumming traditions of the Malayan Archipelago through the inclusive community of Yok Sembang Gendang