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| Germaine Teo (centre), a client from ESH@Tampines, working together with Tampines West residents to paint a canvas artwork featuring the Tampines West clock tower, to be displayed at the Tampines West PAssionArts Festival 2025 on 16 Aug 2025. |
Get ready to see your neighbourhood in a whole new light – literally and artistically, as PAssionArts Festival 2025 returns from July to September, bringing with it colourful creations, vibrant performances, and heartfelt stories from all across Singapore. This year’s theme, “Our Neighbourhood Gems,” is a celebration of everything we love about our local communities: from iconic places and personalities to the everyday memories we hold dear.
And yes, it’s also part of Singapore’s SG60 celebrations, so expect something extra special this year!
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| Elena Chai and Ms Tay, Toa Payoh Central residents, painting the art installation - Elena working on the trees and Ms Tay painting the Dragon Playground. |
Discover the Heart of Your Hood
Organised by the People’s Association Arts & Culture Division and supported by Community Arts and Culture Clubs (CACCs), this year’s festival features over 60 festival villages, each spotlighting its own unique vibe. Think larger-than-life installations, nostalgic landmarks turned into art, music festivals, and hands-on workshops where you can literally paint the town.
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| Residents of Toa Payoh Central painting the mural structure, which will be displayed at the Central Singapore Combined Divisions PAssionArts Festival on 10 Aug 2025. |
Don’t Miss This: Giant Delight SG60 Edition
If you loved the giant art pieces from last year, you’ll be thrilled to know that Giant Delight is back and bigger than ever! The special SG60 Edition will debut during the National Day Heartland Celebrations on 10 August, featuring mega installations inspired by iconic neighbourhood stories and symbols.
You’ll spot structures like a wooden hexagon, octagon, and even an acrylic prism tower, all transformed into community-built art. It’s a giant canvas for everyday Singaporeans to express what home means to them.
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Meet the Festival Director: Sam Lo
Contemporary artist Sam Lo, known for thought-provoking public art and past Chingay creations, takes the reins this year as Festival Director. Sam’s vision for “Our Neighbourhood Gems” is simple but powerful: to get us all thinking about the spaces, stories, and small things that make our neighbourhoods feel like home.
“The heart of PAssionArts Festival has always been the people,. With this year’s theme, I hope everyone takes a moment to reflect, reconnect, and celebrate what truly matters in their community.” --- Sam Lo
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| Tampines West residents adding their touches to a community canvas featuring the iconic Tampines West clock tower, to be showcased at the upcoming Tampines West PAssionArts Festival 2025 on 16 Aug 2025. |
Highlights to Look Out For
Here are just a few exciting projects popping up around town:
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Kebun Baru’s Giant Birdcage (10 Aug)
Inspired by the area’s famous bird singing club, this whimsical installation features handcrafted birds created by residents and artist Fish Jaffar. Don’t miss the Toa Payoh Dragon Playground art piece too – full of retro vibes and neighbourhood pride! -
Marine Parade’s Peranakan House (3 Aug)
A beautifully crafted homage to Joo Chiat’s rich Peranakan heritage, featuring giant Peranakan shoes and a house adorned with peony motifs by artists Royston Phang and Ng Khin Whee. -
Bukit Timah’s Heartland Express (16 Aug)
A community-built miniature version of the Bukit Timah Railway Bridge made with recycled materials, designed by a team of artists including Didier Ng and Cherie Ng. Eco-friendly, nostalgic, and oh-so-photo-worthy.
Keat Hong’s Festival of Songs, Stories & Soul (13 Jul) – A youth concert packed with jazz, pop, acoustic sets, and even a live DJ.
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Seletar-Serangoon Music Festival (26 Jul) – Rock, jazz, and dance groups led by our local tertiary talents.
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Tampines Central SG60 Concert (2 Aug) – A night of retro tunes and performances by community music groups.
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Get Involved: PAssionArts 2025 Workshops & Festival Highlights
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a weekend family activity, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Join in the creativity and be part of your neighbourhood’s story through workshops and community celebrations happening all across Singapore.
Part 1: Hands-On Art Workshops (Jun–Jul 2025)
Want to help co-create this year’s art installations? Here are some workshops to check out:
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Part 2: Festival Highlights Across the Island (Jul–Aug 2025)
Here's where the magic happens! Check out these PAssionArts Festival Villages near you, complete with community art, performances, and hands-on fun. Some events may be ticketed, check with your local CACC for more info.
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| Artist Alvin Goh guiding residents of Toa Payoh Central to paint the Dragon Playground on the art installation. |
Save the Dates: 12 July to End September
PAssionArts Festival 2025 kicks off on 12 July at Radin Mas and wraps up at the end of September. Whether you’re into painting, performance, or simply wandering through creative neighbourhood spaces, this festival is for every age and every corner of Singapore.
So go on, explore your neighbourhood gems and let your heartland pride shine!
Majulah Singapura~~~
Follow @PAssionArtsSG on Facebook and Instagram for event updates, workshop sign-ups, and sneak peeks at what’s happening in your area.
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