Searching for unique dates without breaking the bank? With Singaporeans receiving $100 worth of SG Culture Pass Credits for SG60, we’re all spoilt for choice with hundreds of exciting activities to try out, from immersive experiences to creative performances to engaging workshops. Here’s our top 10 underrated picks for couples to enrich their quality time together – with tips below to enjoy these activities for free using the SG Culture Pass!
1. Create meaningful metal keepsakes at Make Your Mark
Hone your artistry at this beginner-friendly metal engraving workshop with your partner, and leave with an intricate, personalised gift coaster or matching keychain!
Under the gentle guidance of experienced artists Drew Su and Serene Chew, you’ll acquire and practise basic hand-engraving techniques, before designing and crafting a unique keepsake of your choice, with all materials provided.
Couples are warmly invited to this engaging retreat from the busy everyday, cherishing the present with your beloved as you transform plain metal keepsakes into lasting custom pieces from the heart.
- Until 13 Dec 2025
- 1.5 hours
- Centre 42, 42 Waterloo St
- $70 - $90
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
2. Solve mysteries of our oldest neighbourhood at Crack the Case: The Lost Legacy of Tiong Bahru
Explore and interact with the real histories, local legends and art-deco architecture of the iconic Tiong Bahru estate!
Wrack your brains with your partner over hidden messages and puzzles to solve a fictional detective mystery, brought to life by the live actors of Sight Lines, popular for their immersive Crack the Case experiences.
Elevating your typical heritage walk into a theatrical tour, couples will be transported in time to a historic Tiong Bahru as you tap on your brain power and teamwork, with lots of fun along the way.
- Until 21 Dec 2025 (slots selling fast!)
- Sat and Sun, slots at 9.30 AM, 11.00 AM, 4.00 PM, and 5.30 PM
- Tiong Bahru Market, 30 Seng Poh Rd
- $42
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
3. Enjoy a medley of enchanting tunes at A Musical Box of Chocolates
Unwind with your partner to magical orchestra performances, each a delightful surprise of renowned cinematic soundtracks or moving classical pieces.
Be enthralled by our very own Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s special curation of tunes – including The Legend of Ashitaka from Studio Ghibli’s Princess Mononokeke, selections from Harry Potter: The Goblet of Fire, and titles and an inspired tuba concerto from the composer of Young Sherlock Holmes.
Treat your ears to this short and sweet evening of soothing instrumental soundscapes, born from a collaboration with Temasek Foundation, as couples’ imaginations soar and hearts stir.
- 6 Mar and 7 Mar 2026
- 7.30 PM to 8.30 PM (no intermission)
- Victoria Concert Hall, 11 Empress Place
- $28 - $98
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
4. Reflect and restore life in broken pottery at the Modern Kintsugi workshop
Spruce up your living space for you and your partner with meaningful Japanese pottery, crafted from mending once-broken ceramic pieces.
Beyond assembling a beautiful gold-accented artwork that originates from traditional Kintsugi art, LivArtFully’s workshop guides you through a therapeutic journey; it embodies the Japanese philosophy of resilience and embracing imperfections, and is enhanced with modern art techniques for a smoother process, all materials provided.
Transform both your pottery and your mindfulness, as couples imbue their restored works, guaranteed to be one-of-a-kind, with glistening symbolisms of hope and healing.
- Until 13 Dec 2025
- Tue, Wed and Sat, slots at 2 PM. 2 to 3h duration
- Arts Resource Hub, 42 Waterloo Street
- $94
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
5. Explore a world of Peranakan artifacts and culture at the Intan Tea Experience
Witness firsthand the rich histories and vibrant traditions kept alive at The Intan, a treasure trove archive of Peranakan heritage from 1800s Singapore.
Privately hosted by acclaimed collector Alvin Yapp, you are guided through the museum’s precious collection of handmade Nyonya beadwork and embroidery antiques, learning of the customs of traditional Peranakan wedding ceremonies over authentically delicious tea and kuehs.
Expect to be captivated by the lovingly preserved stories and relics of a uniquely Chinese-Malay cultural blend, as couples get an exclusive glimpse into its heritage, enriching your knowledge and appreciation together.
- Until 31 Mar 2026
- Slots at Fri 4 PM, Sat 10 AM, Sat 4 PM, and Sun 4 PM. 1h duration
- The Intan, 69 Joo Chiat Terrace
- $64.20
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
6. Watch a heartfelt local play on Singaporean parenthood at The Fourth Trimester
Follow a refreshing story of family in modern-day Singapore, as you and your partner perhaps find relatable experiences echoed in characters who grapple with newborn children, relationship strains, pressures and adulthood.
The Fourth Trimester offers audiences an insightful take on parenthood and adult couples’ challenges, made even more compelling with many talents from Checkpoint Theatre and playwright Faith Ng’s script – earning the play Best Original Script and Production of the Year awards by Straits Times amidst high praise.
Support the lively local theatre scene as you see their stories unfurl on stage, and be moved by this “must-watch” that shines a light on the very real and familiar ups and downs of Singaporean couples.
- 20 Nov until 30 Nov 2025
- Tue to Sun, slots at 2.30 PM and 8.00 PM
- Drama Centre Theatre, 100 Victoria Street Level 3, National Library Building
- $50 to $98
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
7. Pick up dance skills and relationship insights at Tango To Better Relationships
Foster a deeper connection with your partner in this intimate pair dance form as you learn how Tango can enhance your daily relationship dynamics!
Dance beginners are welcome to explore the passionate dance of Argentina in this energising workshop, where participants practise the principles of leading and following, structured movement, and non-verbal body language – guided by world-class Tango dancer Eugene Chow who expertly applies these takeaways to broader relationship advice.
Prepare to build trust and openness through a Tango for two, as organiser House of VSE ensures couples enjoy a whirlwind of a time honing newfound dance moves to impress.
- Until 31 Dec 2025
- 1h 30min
- E-Centre @ Redhill. 3791 Jalan Bukit Merah
- $90
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
8. Sample Singapore’s iconic foods at Merlion Feast – Immersive Amazing Race @ Chinatown
Roam another local heritage hotspot with your partner, this time satiating your appetite for culinary treats along with fun with interactive challenges where digital and real worlds collide.
Discover iconic landmarks and secret alleys in Chinatown as you are guided through the Amazing Race in real-time by a Whatsapp game master, bringing you on a journey at your own pace packed with local food-themed puzzles and stories of rich traditions.
As couples complete various games and walking checkpoints together to uncover the Merlion’s legendary food picks, the digital-meets-reality experience will have you appreciating the diverse cultures and tales of Chinatown, and maybe craving a local dish or two.
- Until 31 Dec 2025
- Mon to Sun. 2h duration.
- Chinatown MRT Exit A, 151 New Bridge Rd, #B1-03
- $38
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
9. Feel inspired by the powerful performance of India’s mythic figure at Shikhandi – The Warrior Within
A celebration of selfhood and courage, this Esplanade and SIFAS co-production keeps you at the edge of your seat with the expressive choreographed retelling of Shikhandi, legendary figure in the Mahabharata, one of India’s greatest epics.
Regardless of whether you have a dance background, you and your partner will be awed by the rhythmic prowess and rich storytelling capacity of India’s classical dance forms. Be mesmerised as a cast of dancers masterfully perform kathak and bharatanatyam to capture Shikhandi’s journey of female princess, male warrior, and everything in between.
Beyond a stunning introduction to Indian cultural arts, this performance will make for food for thought. The production taps on precise yet dynamic artistry, hoping to inspire couples in their own paths of self-assertion, expression and non-conformity to social binaries against all odds.
- 28 Nov 8 PM, 29 Nov 8 PM, 30 Nov 2025 3 PM
- 1h 30min (no intermission)
- Esplanade Theatre Studio (Level 4), 1 Esplanade Drive
- $31.50 to $38
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
10. Make stunning and long-lasting glass flowers at the Floral Lampworking Workshop
Sculpt vibrantly coloured molten glass into intricate bespoke flowers, a timeless and unique spin on a romantic gift for your partner.
Tackle hands-on the fiery thrill of lampworking under the expert guidance of the professionals of Gurasu House studio. You’ll learn how to select from over 20 glass colours, melt glass using a live torch, shape petals and leaves with the provided tools, and assemble your one-of-a-kind flowers.
Though this is not fully covered by your SG Culture Pass credits, couples will find it hard to resist the allure of a special experience, crafting personalised yet classic flowers for your loved ones to keep and cherish forever.
- Until 28 Dec 2025
- Tue to Sun, slots at various timings. 2h duration
- Gurasu House, 80 Flayfair Road, Tower A, #06-10A Kapo Factory Building
- From $137.40
- For booking tickets and more information, click here
Tips for using SG Culture Pass
How to redeem your credits
- Visit the SG Culture Pass website at https://www.sgculturepass.gov.sg.
- At the top of the screen, select ‘Log in’ to verify and complete your profile using your Singpass.
- You will now be able to access the $100 worth of SG Culture Pass credits. You can continue to check your credits under the SG Culture Pass profile you have set up.
How to spend your credits
- Under your chosen event or activity, select ‘Get tickets’ at the bottom of the screen. You will be redirected to an authorised ticketing partner’s website. SG Culture Pass’ authorised ticketing partners include BookMyShow, SISTIC, GlobalTix, Klook, Pelago, and Trip.com.
- The website will guide you through selecting your preferred slot and ticket type. Once completed, select ‘Add to cart’.
- Select the SG Culture Pass payment method. The exact payable amount will be automatically covered by all available credits from your SG Culture Pass balance (rather than paying through fixed amount vouchers like the CDC vouchers).
- If your available SG Culture Pass credits do not cover the full ticket amount, pay the remaining balance through your preferred payment method.
How to browse all eligible events
Want to find more couple activities than the ones we’ve recommended? You can select ‘Explore events’ on the SG Culture Pass website to browse the full list of available activities.
Filter them by categories (Heritage, Visual Arts, Theatre, Music and Dance) based on your interests, and adjust your search based on your preferred dates, price range and more. You can also look for specific activities in the search bar.
For more information and resources, the SG Culture Pass website has a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page here. You can also check out a full video guide to using your SG Culture Pass here!
Who knew Singapore’s culture had so many hidden gems out there for a special time with your partner! With the endless variety of options, there is something intriguing and even new for every couple. No matter your personal pick, these activities are sure to create lasting memories and liven up your dates!
with Love,
The Dateideas Team
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