This Weekend in SG: Dinos, Drinks & Dance Floors

Hey you,

Big weekend ahead — and I’ve got your cheat sheet right here. Whether you want to dodge dinosaurs, dance until dawn, or just eat something amazing, here are 5 cool things happening around Singapore this June 7–8:

• 🦖 Walk with dinos at Jurassic World: The Experience

• 🎶 Eat, groove, and chill at GastroBeats 2025

• 🍸 Shake things up at a Mixology Masterclass in Boat Quay

• 🎧 Catch India's top DJs at Kings of Bass x LOCUS Festival

• 🎧 Dance barefoot at GAIA VIP Beach Fest at Tanjong Beach Club

Plus:

• 🛍️ Shop & vibe sustainably at the Rasa Sayang Sunday Market

• 🏃‍♂️ A sunrise Kaya Run that ends with breakfast (yes, really)

• 🌙 And a note on Hari Raya Haji, happening this Saturday

Let’s get into it — your weekend is about to level up.

1. 🦖 Jurassic World: The Experience at Gardens by the Bay

Step into the world of dinosaurs at Jurassic World: The Experience, now open at the Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay. Explore 13 immersive zones featuring life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, including an 8.5-meter-tall Brachiosaurus and a fearsome T-Rex. Don't miss the baby dinosaur nursery and the hidden Compys throughout the lush garden pathways. This adventure is perfect for families and dinosaur enthusiasts

📅 Open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (last admission at 8:00 PM)
📍 Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay
🎟️ Buy tickets

2. 🎶 GastroBeats 2025: Food, Music & Fun

Part of i Light Singapore 2025, GastroBeats is a vibrant festival combining delectable food, live music, and interactive experiences. With over 40 food stalls, including highlights like Jett Barbeque's smoked ribs and Aunty Siam's Hakka Fried Pork Belly, your taste buds are in for a treat. Enjoy live performances, pet-friendly zones, and themed areas like Jalan Carlsberg and the iichiko club.

📅 May 29 – June 22, 4:00 PM – 11:00 PM daily
📍 Bayfront Event Space
🎟️ General admission is free; charges apply for selected activities.
🔗 More info

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3. 🍸 Mixology Masterclass: Cocktail Crafting Workshop

Unleash your inner mixologist at this hands-on cocktail crafting workshop in Boat Quay. Learn to create three classic cocktails in a 1920s-themed setting, complemented by premium canapés. It's a perfect blend of education and indulgence for cocktail enthusiasts.

📅 Saturday June 7
📍 Quay House, 51 Circular Road, Singapore
🎟️ Get tickets here

4. 🎧 Kings of Bass x LOCUS Festival: SMOKEY (IN) + RASA (IN)

Experience an electrifying night of drum and bass as Kings of Bass collaborates with LOCUS Festival to present DJs SMOKEY and RASA from India. Get ready for a night of high-energy beats and an unforgettable performance.

📅 Saturday, June 7, 10:30 PM onwards
📍 Tuff Club, 138 Robinson Rd 19th Floor.
🎟️ Get tickets here

5. 🎧 Alan Dixon @ GAIAVIP Beach Fest – Tanjong Beach Club

Saturday, 7 June 2025

Sunset. Sand. And a soundtrack that’ll have you dancing barefoot until your calves cry for mercy.

We’re talking Alan Dixon, the genre-blending wizard behind some of house music’s most euphoric anthems. Known for mixing disco soul with deep, driving rhythms, Dixon’s sets are equal parts celebration and catharsis. This time, he’s headlining the first-ever GAIAVIP Beach Fest at the iconic Tanjong Beach Club — easily one of Singapore’s most picturesque party spots.

Expect golden hour grooves, a crowd that came to move, and a vibe that’s more Ibiza than Sentosa (in the best way possible).

Pack your shades, ditch your shoes, and get ready to sweat in the sand.

🎟️ More info & tickets: gaiavip.sg
📍 Tanjong Beach Club
🕓 Party starts from golden hour till late

Additional Cool Events

🏃 FFRC x New Bahru: Kaya Run

Join the Fast and Free Running Club for a morning 5K run starting at New Bahru. After the run, enjoy a delightful breakfast featuring kaya toast and matcha. It's a great way to start your Sunday with fitness and food.

📅 Sunday, June 8, 7:00 AM
📍 New Bahru, Singapore
🎟️ Register here

🛍️ Rasa Sayang Sunday Market

Explore sustainable living at the Rasa Sayang Sunday Market. Discover locally handmade and ethically produced goods, participate in workshops on repurposing old clothes, and enjoy activities like Tarot and aura readings. It's a market that celebrates creativity and conscious living.

📅 Sunday, June 8, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 RASA, 9 Raffles Place, Republic Plaza Tower 1, #02-01/02
🎟️ Free entry

🌙 Hari Raya Haji – June 7

This Saturday marks Hari Raya Haji, a significant Islamic festival that commemorates Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son in devotion to God. In Singapore, it's a time of prayer, reflection, and community — often marked by morning prayers at mosques and gatherings with loved ones.

If you’re out and about, be mindful and respectful of those observing the occasion. It's a meaningful day for many, and a gentle reminder of compassion, generosity, and sacrifice.

📅 Saturday, June 7

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That’s your weekend sorted. Whether you’re chasing T-Rexes, sipping cocktails, or strolling through a sustainable market, make it count. Singapore’s got layers — go peel a few back.

Stay curious,
Out & About Singapore
Because life’s too short for boring weekends.

— Henry