Light to Night Festival 2024: Highlights you won't want to miss

Organised by the National Gallery Singapore, the visual arts festival will present a line up of over 60 free and paid programmes and artworks .

Crowd favourites such as Art Skins on Monuments where light projections will illuminate cultural institutions in the Civic District, are also returning once again to captivate audiences.

Meanwhile, Art X Social will see food and beverage stalls, games, and live music across a fully pedestrianised St Andrew's Road.

During the festival period, the National Gallery Singapore will also extend its opening hours until 11pm on festival weekends (Fri-Sun) and offer free entry to all exhibitions.

Select programmes require pre-booking of tickets so make sure you secure your slots soon. Here are some highlights that are not to be missed!

Public Art Installations

The Light to Night Festival 2024 offers a variety of public art experiences that are accessible both in the day and at night.

For this year's edition, the artworks from artists in Singapore and around the region will be centred around the theme of "Reimagine".

These innovative and interactive art forms will challenge you to experience art from fresh perspectives.

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Wings of Change by Kumari Nahappan

Where: Padang Field

Singaporean artist Kumari Nahappan inflatable artwork magnifies her iconic saga seed into a magnificent six-metre installation.

This stunning piece will illuminate the festival at sunset, creating a breathtaking sight.

Kumari's piece also addresses the disappearing saga trees and urges us to take action for sustainability and preservation, inviting festival goers to join in the climate activism movement.

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Ping Pong Go-Round by Lee Wen

‍Where: National Gallery Singapore's City Hall Wing Level 2

Join in a game of table tennis with your families, friends and even strangers.

It's not your ordinary game though, as you'll be playing on a circular table, adding a twist to the traditional rules.

This unique setup symbolizes the exchange of power, ideas, and dialogue.

The interactive artwork by award-winning artist Lee Wen, known for his renowned Yellow Man Series, tackles important topics like identity and globalization.

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Wishful Thinking by Whisperlodge

Where: National Gallery Singapore’s The Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium Foyer

Step into a mesmerizing world of sound and touch at the multi-room installation.

Inspired by autonomous sensory meridian response (ASMR), this immersive experience will awaken your senses and transport you to new dimensions.

On Saturday evenings, you can enjoy a live 60-minute ASMR performance.

Let the soothing sounds wash over you, offering a blissful break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

This is a ticketed installation at $5 per pax.

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8-bit Word Cloud by Justin Loke

Where: The Arts House Front Lawn

This artwork will transport you back to the iconic video game era with pixelated graphics.

There's a fun challenge here for festival goers too.

Hunt for hidden letters on the art benches in the Civic District and piece them together to complete a poem.

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Party Pavilion by Howie Kim

Where: Asian Civilisations Museum Green

Be enchanted by the dazzling lights and vibrant colours at the Party Pavilion.

This artwork combines a touch of nostalgia with the limitless creativity of theme parks.

Step into a world that captures the excitement and joy of youth, and let your imagination run wild and rediscover the magic of carefree fun!

Light Projections (Art Skins on Monuments)

A perennial crowd favorite, be treated to light projection shows that will light up the facades of cultural institutions in the district.

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Embroidered Landscapes

Venue: Victoria Theatre & Victoria Concert Hall Facade

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 7.45pm–midnight

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Symphony of Order

‍Venue: National Gallery Singapore, Supreme Court Wing, Level 3, Rotunda Library & Archive

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 5.30–7pm (Mon–Thu) 5.30–11pm (Fri–Sun)

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Temple of Love

‍Venue: National Gallery Singapore, Facade

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 7.30pm–midnight

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Teo Eng Seng: Living the Life

Venue: National Gallery Singapore, Facade

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 7.30pm–midnight

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Winter Sonata, Summer Mookata

‍Venue: The Arts House, Façade

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 7.30pm–midnight

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Passage

Venue: Asian Civilisations Museum, Extension Wing Façade

Dates: 19 Jan–8 Feb 2024

Time: 7.30pm–midnight

Art and Lifestyle Programmes

The Light to Night Festival is more than just art installations at the Civic District.

You can participate in an array of engaging programmes that will introduce you to new art experiences and help you develop a deep appreciation and love for art.

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Art x Social Festival Street along St Andrew’s Road

During the first two festival weekends, the festival village will be fully pedestrianised for the highly anticipated return of Art x Social.

Indulge in a variety of delicious food and beverage options to keep you energized throughout the festivities.

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Dungeons & Dragons: The Art Quest at National Gallery Singapore’s UOB Southeast Asia Galleries

Fans of the role-playing table top game can dive into a whole new version infused with stunning artwork from the National Collection.

Immerse in a vibrant world of magical creatures that capture the essence of Indonesian artist Raden Saleh and Thai artist Pratuang Emjaroen's incredible masterpieces.

Tickets: $20 per pax for a 45-minute session

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Collective Canvas: A Tour Reimagined at National Gallery Singapore’s UOB Southeast Asia Galleries

In this storytelling experience, the Gallery's expert storytellers will lead you on a journey to discover hidden stories within the masterpieces.

By the end of the tour, you'll have co-created a unique narrative that bridges time, culture, and art.

Tickets: $8 per pax for a 30-minute session

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Basement X at National Gallery Singapore’s Spine Hall

This year's festival will introduce an exciting new venue as the Spine Hall will be transformed into a community space where you can unleash your creativity.

Participate in a variety of hands-on activities to create your own art at the Make and Take Activity Stations and explore the awesome goodies at the Vendor Market.