7 experiences to bookmark during Singapore Art Week 2026

For Singapore, art isn't something you look out for. It is an innate part of the city, which can be found in shared spaces and unexpected corners. It is evident as one sees a strong network of galleries, museums and public locations that blends with the city's heartbeat. Singapore Art Week (SAW) is one such attestation, which runs until 31 January 2026. The city shifts into its most creative avatar. Ten days, Singapore becomes a living canvas. Galleries, museums, districts and lanes all blend into an experience.It is hosted by the National Arts Council (NAC). Singapore Tourism Board (STB) supports this signature art experience. SAW calls on artists, curators, collectors and art enthusiasts to engage in a citywide festivity. Singapore acts as InternetCenter where Southeast Asian and international voices converge. This once-a-year experience offers the region a global platform via art fairs, exhibitions, public installations and evening events. Here are seven experiences to bookmark during Singapore Art Week 20261. The Print Show & Symposium SingaporeFor the first time during Singapore Art Week, The Print Show & Symposium Singapore places the spotlight on printmaking as a contemporary practice. This pilot showcase brings together international galleries and artists like David Hockney and Georg Baselitz. Their work pushes the boundaries of the medium, paired with panel discussions and talks that encourage deeper engagement with print today. Influential voices in Asian print history to bold new expressions, here the exhibition offers a rare and thoughtful look at how print continues to evolve in contemporary art.When: 22 to 31 January 2026Where: 41 Robertson Quay, Singapore 238236 2. The Earth Laughs in Flowers by Dawn NgThis standalone showcase has 12 large scale works each dedicated to a month of the year. This art by Singaporean artist Dawn Ng is created using frozen inks shattered onto wood, the paintings capture time, emotion and transformation. It effectively turns memory itself into a visual record.When: 21 January 2026 to 31 January 2026 Where: Singapore Repertory Theatre, 20 Merbau Rd, Robertson Walk, Floor 2, Singapore 2390353. Motif by Keiko MoriuchiYou may find one of the last living Gutai artists i.e. Keiko Moriuchi. She is making her Singapore debut with shimmering gold-leaf paintings. The works shift subtly with light and movement. It is a meditative experience that changes depending on your vantage point. When: 17 January 2026 to 1 February 2026Where: Tokonoma, 16 Shaw Road, Singapore 3679544. Art, Mental Wellness & Positive EnergyThis is an exhibition as well as workshop series that explores art as a tool for emotional balance and self-awareness. When: 22 January 2026 to 31 January 2026Where: 96 Sophia Road, Singapore 228164 5. Light to Night 2026: The Power in UsThe Civic District comes alive after dark with large-scale installations and projections. This shared experience aimsto celebrate collective strength. Light to Night, with its iconic facade mapping and late-night hours, remains one of the most accessible and visually striking highlights of Art Week.When: 9 January 2026 to 31 January 2026Where: Various locations in National Gallery Singapore and the Civic District6. Bring Your Own Racket (BYOR)Bring Your Own Racket (BYOR) transforms a badminton net in Singapore’s Central Business District into an interactive artwork. BYOR is where passersby come to play, pause or simply observe. It turns a familiar sport into a moment of connection, spontaneity and joy within the urban rush.When: 20 January 2026 to 20 February 2026Where: Tanjong Pagar Green, Wallich St, Singapore7. Wan Hai Hotel: Singapore StraitDuring Singapore Art Week, The Warehouse Hotel hosts Wan Hai Hotel: Singapore Strait, a multi-level immersive exhibition. It transforms the entire space into a layered art experience. Visitors can explore film, performances and installations. There is even QR based storytelling exploring trade routes, power structures, ocean histories and cultural exchange.When: 20 January 2026 to 31 January 2026Where: 320 Havelock Rd, Singapore 169628Images Courtesy: Singapore Art Week