From 1 to 25 May, immerse yourself in Singapore’s intangible cultural heritage with cultural arts workshops, life-sized photo opportunities, and exciting spend and redeem deals at these two historic locations
In conjunction with National Heritage Board’s Singapore HeritageFest, Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES honour our nation’s rich and intangible cultural heritage with a series of engaging programmes that put the spotlight on Peranakan culture.
From 1 to 25 May, visitors can look forward to an exciting lineup of hands-on cultural arts workshops – such as nyonya beadwork embroidery, batik painting and tile motif painting – as well as life-sized, Instagram-worthy photo opportunities at Capitol Singapore that bring the Peranakan culture to life through vibrant visual storytelling.
What’s more, shoppers can also look forward to redeeming Peranakan dessert spoons or pot coasters when they spend at either mall, and indulge in thematic promotions and discounts from Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES for an even more immersive experience.
Join us in celebrating the traditions, stories, and flavours that have shaped Singapore’s intangible cultural heritage through the years.
Nyonya Beading Embroidery
Bring heritage to life with hands-on Cultural Arts Workshops
📅 4, 24 to 25 May 2025 (Sat & Sun)
🕙 4 – 6pm
📍 Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza
📅 10 to 11, 17 to 18 May 2025 (Sat & Sun)
🕙 4 – 6pm / 5 – 7pm
📍 CHIJMES, Main Lawn
Discover the beauty and rich artistry of Peranakan heritage through a series of fun and interactive Peranakan arts workshops. Learn the intricate craft of traditional Peranakan beadwork at the Nyonya Beading Embroidery workshop, or unleash your inner artist at a Batik Painting workshop, where you will create beautiful patterns on a handkerchief using a combination of dyes and wax.
You can also express your creativity at the Tile Motif Painting workshop. Better yet, you get to take home the unique masterpiece you create! To participate in these workshops, simply spend a minimum of $60 at either Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES anytime from 1 to 25 May, and pre-register for your slot at the redemption booth at Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski (from 12pm – 8pm) or CHIJMES, near Lei Garden (from 5pm – 10pm). Limited slots are available, so hurry down!
Life-sized photo ops
Snap a shot with a life-sized Peranakan display
📅 1 to 25 May
📍 Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza
Step into a slice of Singapore’s past with a larger-than-life installation inspired by familiar scenes from Peranakan culture. A vibrant set-up inspired by a whimsical display of classic kitchenware, it offers plenty of opportunities for a fun photo moment with family and friends.
Pot Coasters
Redeem exquisite Peranakan kitchenware
📅 1 to 25 May 2025
🕙 5pm – 10pm
📍 CHIJMES, outside Lei Garden
🕙 12pm – 8pm
📍 Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski
Celebrate the rich Peranakan heritage with exquisite kitchenware to spice up your meals. From delicate Peranakan dessert spoon sets by Little Nyonya Batik, to stunning Peranakan pot coasters by Table Matters, these items come adorned with classic heritage patterns, and add a traditional – yet sophisticated – touch to any home. To collect these pieces, simply spend a minimum of $60 in a single receipt from 1 to 25 May at Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES.
Activities at a Glance
| Activity | Dates | Time | Location |
| Life-sized Peranakan Display | 1 – 25 May | – | Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza |
| Redeem Peranakan Dessert Spoons (Set of 2) by Little Nyonya Batik (Worth $20) | 1 – 25 May | 12pm – 8pm | Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski |
| Redeem Peranakan Pot Coaster by Table Matters (Worth $19.50) | 5pm – 10pm | CHIJMES, near Lei Garden | |
| Tile Motif Painting Workshop | 4 May / 25 May | 4 – 6pm | Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza |
| 10 May | 4 – 6pm | CHIJMES, Main Lawn | |
| Batik Handkerchief Painting Workshop | 4 May / 24 May | 4 – 6pm | Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza |
| 11 May | 4 – 6pm | CHIJMES, Main Lawn | |
| Nyonya Beading Embroidery Workshop | 17 & 18 May | 5 – 7pm | CHIJMES, Main Lawn |
Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES are proud to support NHB’s ongoing efforts to celebrate and preserve Singapore’s intangible cultural heritage, as well as to share the traditions and stories behind the cultural heritage through this meaningful series of experiences.
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