Looking for a gig where you can let loose after a long week at work? Or do you require a fresh idea for a weekend date with that special someone in your life? With a variety of live music events already added to the 2025 calendar, you can rest assured that you will find something that suits your needs.   

If you are not sure where to start looking, here is a guide to concerts, gigs, festivals, and events featuring homegrown musicians and artists that you can catch on our sunny island this year. 

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UPCOMING GIGS

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Candlelight Concerts

When: Various dates 
Where: Various venues
Tickets: More information is available here.

Fever's celebrated Candlelight Concerts series is back in 2025 and music lovers can expect to be mesmerised by classical renditions of tunes from beloved films, hits from some of the biggest names from the international music scene, and more. This year is all about tributes to legendary music soundtracks in movies and dramas by the likes of Hans Zimmer, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran & more.

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Phil Studio & EXFiL Records presents: 820 Days Away

When: 11 July 2025, 7PM
Where: Phil Studio
Tickets: $20 - $55, available here.

Phil Studio and EXFiL Records are bringing the feels with 820 Days Away, a heartfelt Midwest emo show on a mission to remember those we've lost touch with but still hold close. Featuring performances by fern, Jimbo, Pretty Girls Cry, Wallfly, and Mondae, the night promises catharsis, connection, and community through soaring guitars and shared emotion. Early ticket holders can claim a FREE Limited Edition Wishing Bottle, where you can pen your "Last Goodbyes" and take home a personal keepsake. Decorated setlists from the bands will also be up for grabs. Don’t miss this emotional gathering — tickets start from $20, with bundles and tiered pricing available until 11 July.

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Opening gala: Metamorphosis

When: 19 July 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $20 - $80, available here.

2025 marks the 60th anniversary of both Singapore's independence and the Singapore Conference Hall, home of the Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO). To celebrate this diamond jubilee, the SCO, led by Principal Conductor Quek Ling Kiong, will present a nostalgic musical journey featuring renowned tabla player Nawaz Mirajkar and percussionist Riduan Zalani, accompanied by historical photographs from Singapore Press Holdings that revisit the nation's story.

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Subsonic Eye presents 'Singapore Dreaming' album launch

When: 25 July 2025, 8PM
Where: Aliwal Arts Centre
Tickets: $25 - $30, available here.

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Chamber Charms: Pizzicato

When: 1 August 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

Pizzicato highlights the talent of young musicians from the SCO plucked string section through an energetic and vibrant concert featuring a range of musical arrangements and ensemble sizes. Jointly curated by Plucked String Section Leader and Sanxian Principal Huang Guifang, Yangqin Principal Qu Jianqing, and Pipa Principal Yu Jia, the performance showcases specially selected plucked string and mixed ensemble pieces.

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SingNation! 2025

When: 2 August 2025, 7PM
Where: Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza
Tickets: Free admission

This year, SingNation! 2025 is part of SING60 — Voices of Singapore’s special celebration of SG60, commemorating 60 years of nationhood through the power of communal singing. Jointly organised by Voices of Singapore (VOS) and Perennial Holdings Private Limited, this free community event invites all to come together in song and spirit, celebrating our shared identity through beloved National Day classics. The hour-long programme will be led by Joyce Ang (Voices of Singapore Ladies Choir), VOS conductor Sean Foo and local band The Passerby, with songs helmed by the VOS State Choirs. Audiences can look forward to an engaging experience, from singing in parts and mass choreography to interactive games.

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Beauty Fades, Pain Lasts Forever

When: 6 August 2025, 7:30PM
Where: Impulse @ GR.ID
Tickets: $25 - $30, available here.

Fresh off announcing their signing to US indie label Kanine Records and an American tour, Singaporean indie faves Blush are giving fans a first live listen to their brand new album Beauty Fades, Pain Lasts Forever. They’ll be joined by emo-math mainstays Forests, dreamy shoegazers feelslikeyou and Baybeats Budding Bands 2025 hopefuls freereina! — a stacked lineup that promises nothing short of an emotional whirlwind.

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Musical Mosaics: Imagineasian

When: 10 August 2025, 4:30PM
Where: Victoria Concert Hall
Tickets: $38 - $88, available here.

To celebrate Singapore’s SG60, the Asian Cultural Symphony Orchestra (ACSO) is bringing Musical Mosaics: Imagineasian to Victoria Concert Hall on 10 August. This special edition of the concert series unites composers and soloists from Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Cambodia in a vibrant showcase of Southeast Asian musical traditions, blending instruments like the khaen, serunai, bansuri, and tro sao with a full symphonic sound. Audiences can expect standout works like Tekka Theka by Wang Chenwei, and Gourmet Paradise by Cultural Medallion recipient Dr. Eric Watson—a three-part tribute to Singaporean food culture. The night closes with When Rivers Remember by Germaine Goh, a symbolic ensemble finale celebrating unity through sound.

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Passing – Leslie Low in Concert for The Substation's 35th Year

When: 10 August 2025, 5PM
Where: Esplanade Recital Studio
Tickets: $35 - $40, available here.

The Substation celebrates its 35th anniversary as an independent arts development company as they present one of Singapore’s most prolific singer-songwriters in Leslie Low - who also marks his 35 years in music. Passing is a lyrical and sonic journey through Leslie's indie-pop and soft rock reflections as an artist growing up, living in, and experiencing Singapore. Reaching back to his first album A Walking Purgatory (1999) to his latest effort Chimera (2024), Leslie has handpicked personal favourites from his solo repertoire, including a previously unreleased track, for this special 80-minute show – performed by Leslie on guitar, with guests Sean Lam (Concave Scream, Hanging Up the Moon) and Alexius Cai (Piblokto).

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Tempest & Tranquility 

When: 16 August 2025, 2:30PM
Where: Drama Centre Black Box
Tickets: $38, available here 

Get ready to embark on an unforgettable cross-cultural journey with Tempest and Tranquility, presented by Siong Leng Musical Association. The show captures the bold collaboration between the ancient sound of Nanyin and the vibrant pulses of Indian music. Composed by Ng Kang Kee, the Music Director at Siong Leng, the show features lead vocalist Lim Ming Yi, Nanyin Erxian artist Joel Chia, and renowned tabla player, Nawaz Mirajkar. During the show, the music aims to create a story beyond rhythm and melody. It encapsulates the kinship between the two traditions steeped in ritual, and rooted in contemplation. It tells a story of longing, resilience, and renewal. This is not merely a performance, but a meditation in motion and a shared breath between the two worlds. 

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Tsung Yeh and SCO: Li Bochan Music Composition Showcase

When: 16 August 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $20 - $90, available here.

Conductor Emeritus Tsung Yeh returns to lead a thrilling concert in collaboration with acclaimed Chinese orchestral composer Li Bochan, featuring a selection of Li's recent concerto and ensemble works. The star-studded performance includes renowned international musicians like banhu master Shen Cheng, suona virtuoso Shi Haibin, and members of the SCO, promising a dynamic showcase of musical mastery.

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The River Remembers – A Multidisciplinary Tribute to SG60

When: 16 August 2025, 3:30PM and 7:30PM
Where: Drama Centre Theatre, National Library, Level 3.
Tickets: $48 - $68, available here.

In a landmark SG60 tribute, Ding Yi Music Company joins forces with Dance Ensemble Singapore (DES) and visionary theatre director Goh Boon Teck for The River Remembers — a multidisciplinary spectacle weaving Chinese chamber music, dance, and theatre into a single, emotionally charged narrative. Tracing the transformation of the Singapore River from lifeblood of trade to national symbol, the production stars Sharon Au in the role of the "Mother River" — a moving embodiment of memory and change. Conducted by Wong De Li, Dedric, and featuring music from Cultural Medallion recipient Law Wai Lun, this new work reimagines Ding Yi’s 2019 River of Life into something even more ambitious. Expect stirring visuals, bold storytelling, and a moving reminder of Singapore’s evolving identity — told through a powerful fusion of art forms.

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The Theatre Practice presents Partial Eclipse Of The Hear《逆光》

When: 21 August - 7 September 2025, 2:30pm (Saturday,Sunday), 8pm (Tuesday – Saturday)
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

Every decade, five friends reunite at the same seaside chalet—under the shadow of an eclipse—to reflect on their lives, from youthful recklessness to adult reality. Told with humour, heart, and a heavy dose of nostalgia, this brand-new jukebox musical captures the growing pains and enduring friendships that define Singapore’s journey. Featuring beloved Mandopop hits from icons like Stefanie Sun, Tanya Chua, and Jimmy Ye, plus a brand-new song by Xiaohan and Julian Wong, the production stars Joanna Dong, Derrick Hoh, Ric Liu, Jean Seizure, and Chriz Tong. Directed by Kuo Jian Hong with a story by Jonathan Lim and Ng Mun Poh, it's a heartwarmingly irreverent celebration of life, love, and the melodies that never leave us.

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Chamber Charms: Virtuosic Winds

When: 5 September 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

SCO's Wind Section returns with Chamber Charms: Virtuosic Winds, presenting a vibrant showcase of Chinese orchestral classics that highlight the expressive power of wind instruments. Featuring pieces such as 'Theme of Pioneers', 'Grand Prelude', 'Farewell at Yangguan', and 'Autumn Yearning at the Dressing Table', the concert captures the lyrical beauty and dynamic energy of traditional Chinese winds, promising to captivate audiences once again after its 2021 premiere.

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Ancient Moon, Present Light

When: 4 October 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with Ancient Moon, Present Light, a festive concert by the SCO under Associate Conductor Moses Gay. Part of the Mid-Autumn Family FUN series by SCO and the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, the evening features beloved tunes perfect for all ages and a special performance of 'Zhang Zhao’s Moon Song' by zhongruan musician Ngeow Si Ming Jonathan, offering a joyful and educational musical experience for families and friends.

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Hits of Classics by Singapore Chinese Orchestra

When: 11 October 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

Hits of Classics 2025 returns with a fresh new format, inviting audiences to vote for their top 10 favourite titan composers in the Chinese orchestral world. Principal Conductor Quek Ling Kiong will bring their most iconic works to life in this special concert, jointly presented by the SCO and Lianhe Zaobao.

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Taufik Batisah: One Last Dance 

When: 25 October 2025, 8PM
Where: The Star Theatre
Tickets: $78-228, available here.

Taufik Batisah: One Last Dance is not just a concert. It is a moment of gratitude. After years of collaborations, awards, and chart-topping releases, this concert is Taufik's personal thank you to the fans who have supported him from his Singapore Idol days to today. The show will feature a specially curated setlist of fan favourites across both his English and Malay discography, reimagined with new arrangements, visuals, and storytelling elements that reflect the artist he has become. With the possibility that this may be his final full-scale solo concert, One Last Dance promises to be an emotional and powerful celebration of music, legacy and connection. 

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Chamber Charms: Virtuosic Bowed Strings

When: 7 November 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $30, available here.

Chamber Charms: Virtuosic Bowed Strings returns after its 2021 premiere, showcasing the expressive beauty of Chinese bowed strings with SCO huqin masters Li Baoshun and Zhao Jianhua. The concert features beloved works by Liu Tianhua—including 'Song for New Year's Eve', 'Towards A Bright Future', and 'Hymn of Idleness'—alongside favourites like 'Nostalgia', 'Farewell at Yangguan Pass', and 'Ballad of Yubei', performed in both ensemble and erhu solo formats to stir the soul with every bow stroke.

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Yan Huichang and Singapore Chinese Orchestra 2025

When: 29 November 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $20 - $90, available here.

Following last season’s rousing success, Maestro Yan Huichang returns with another captivating concert featuring his signature repertoire made famous by the Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra. This performance includes the Singapore premiere of 'Tang Resonating' by Hong Kong composer Ng Cheuk Yin, as well as Pipa Principal Yu Jia’s rendition of Zhao Jiping’s 'Pipa Concerto No. 2', also premiering in Singapore.

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Percussion Rhapsody by Singapore Chinese Orchestra

When: 13 December 2025, 7:30PM
Where: SCO Concert Hall
Tickets: $20 - $80, available here.

Showcasing the rising stars of the national orchestra, this concert features homegrown talents Associate Conductor Moses Gay, percussionist Derek Koh, and zhonghu musician Wong Qin Kai. Together, they will present the Singapore premieres of Chen Yi's 'Percussion Concerto' and Wang Jianmin's 'Erhu Rhapsody No. 6', highlighting the brilliance of a new generation of SCO musicians and celebrating the best of local talent.

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