Singapore's Art Week Kicks Off with Flea Markets, Pet Extravaganzas, and Lunar New Year Celebrations

Hey listeners, welcome to Things to Do in Singapore! I'm Ollie Bennet, your globe-trotting sports nut turned art adventurer, buzzing with energy as we dive into this lion city's wild side. Today, Friday, January 16, 2026, the vibe is electric—tropical sun shining at around 30 degrees Celsius with a light breeze, perfect for outdoor fun, as the art scene heats up ahead of Singapore Art Week.

Kick off your day at the Twilight Flea and Feast at Suntec Singapore, running from noon till late—a family-friendly explosion of quirky stalls, street food feasts, and vintage treasures that feels like a treasure hunt on steroids[7]. Art lovers, swing by Art Outreach Singapore's free exhibitions opening today through February 1, showcasing bold local talents like Ang Kia Yee and Kirti Upadhyaya—pure creative chaos[1]. Pet and plant maniacs, don't miss the Pets & Plants Extravaganza at Suntec Hall 406, where rare flora and furry friends steal the show till Sunday[11]. For culture, check LINE FRIENDS' Gallop into Spring Lunar New Year pop-ups at Frasers Property malls like The Centrepoint, with horse-themed installs, rewards, and festive vibes starting today[12]. Night owls, Light to Night Festival's early projections light up the National Gallery precinct, blending art and unity under "The Power in Us" till January 31[3][10].

Local buzz: SMRT's Next Stop: Together! art project preps monumental installs at MRT stations for Art Week, making commutes an inclusive art fest[9]. No major transit hiccups reported.

Must-dos today: Hunt bargains at the flea, geek out at pet expos, then catch sunset projections. Hidden gem? Stroll Gillman Barracks for pre-Art Week gallery vibes—murals and abstractions that hum with energy[2].

Local tip: Haggle like a pro at flea markets—Singaporeans love a cheeky bargain, and it'll score you insider deals. Fun fact: Did you know Lucky Plaza hides Eisa Jocson's karaoke install celebrating migrant workers' joy, tying into the Biennale?[2]

Tomorrow? More extravaganzas and Art Week previews ramp up—tune in for the scoop!

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