ARTBOX Everyday 2025: 600 Vendors, Art Bus & Void Deck Fun At Singapore Expo

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Singapore’s largest creative festival, ARTBOX Everyday 2025, is transforming Singapore Expo Hall 4 into a vibrant celebration of art, food, and retail across two exciting weekends this January. This expanded edition promises an immersive experience that beautifully melds creativity with everyday life, bringing together an unprecedented collection of vendors, artists, and entertainment options.

Event Details

The festival runs from 17-19 January and 24-26 January 2025, operating from 12 PM to 11 PM daily. Visitors can purchase tickets starting from S$7 for weekdays and S$8 for weekends, with tickets available both online and on-site. Early bird specials and group packages offer additional savings for those planning ahead.

Creative Transportation

The journey to ARTBOX becomes part of the experience with the innovative ARTBOX Express shuttle service. For just S$0.50, visitors can board specially designed buses from *SCAPE that double as mobile art galleries. These creative vessels showcase digital installations by 32 talented artists and feature live performances, transforming the ordinary commute into an extraordinary artistic adventure. The buses run at regular intervals throughout the event days, ensuring convenient access for all festival-goers.

ARTBOX Estate: A Reimagined Community Space

At the heart of the festival lies ARTBOX Estate, an innovative space that captures the essence of Singapore’s heartland living. The centrepiece is a striking three-level container installation designed by PHUNK Collective, reimagining the iconic HDB architecture. This installation serves as both an art piece and a functional space where visitors can interact with various activities and installations.

Key Features Include:

  • ARTBOX Convenience Store showcasing exclusive artist-designed merchandise and limited-edition collectibles
  • A nostalgic void deck-themed gaming area with complimentary Nintendo Switch and VR games
  • Open-mic sessions powered by Teo Heng’s premium karaoke systems
  • Aliwal Chess Club’s interactive space featuring oversized, artist-designed chess pieces
  • Memory Lane: A curated exhibition of vintage Singapore photographs and memorabilia

Food and Retail Paradise

This year’s edition boasts an unprecedented 600 vendors from across Asia, making it the largest collection to date. Over 90 food stalls offer an extensive array of culinary delights, with prices starting from as low as S$2. The food section is thoughtfully organised into themed zones, making it easy for visitors to explore different cuisines.

Culinary Highlights:

  • Street snacks and popular Thai cuisine, including authentic boat noodles and mango sticky rice
  • Japanese-style desserts and creative bubble tea concoctions
  • Theatrical fusion dishes combining Asian and Western flavours
  • Bangkok’s renowned ‘After You’ dessert chain featuring their signature Shibuya Honey Toast
  • Local hawker favourites with modern twists
  • Artisanal coffee roasters and specialty beverage makers

Entertainment and Activities

The festival offers a diverse range of entertainment options catering to all ages and interests:

Creative Workshops:

  • Perfume making sessions with professional perfumers
  • DIY postcard creation using traditional printing techniques
  • Temporary tattoo design with professional artists
  • Interactive art installations that respond to visitor movements
  • Pottery workshops with local ceramic artists
  • Digital art creation using cutting-edge technology

Family-Friendly Features:

  • Mini Box: A dedicated children’s enrichment centre offering storytelling and craft workshops
  • The Arcade People: A collection of retro and modern arcade games
  • Free photo booths with themed backdrops and props
  • Caricature artists creating personalised artwork
  • Face painting and balloon sculpting stations
  • Interactive science experiments and demonstrations

Community Initiatives

ARTBOX Everyday 2025 extends beyond entertainment to embrace community engagement and social responsibility:

  • The Great Singapore Give: Features mural drawings and blood donation drives
  • SōngHè Activation: Community-focused activities with meaningful rewards
  • Trade Day: A dedicated B2B platform connecting local businesses with industry leaders
  • Sustainability Corner: Educational displays and workshops on eco-friendly practices
  • Local Artist Spotlight: Showcasing emerging Singaporean talents
  • Heritage Preservation: Interactive exhibits highlighting Singapore’s cultural heritage

International Artistic Collaboration

The festival showcases work from artists across Singapore, Thailand, Korea, Hong Kong, and Malaysia. This cultural fusion creates a unique marketplace where visitors can discover everything from fashion-forward pieces to handcrafted treasures. The international zone features dedicated spaces for each participating country, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in different cultural experiences.

Live Entertainment

Throughout both weekends, visitors can enjoy continuous live performances featuring local artists, bands, and DJs. The entertainment programme includes:

  • Mandopop, K-pop, and J-pop performances by local cover groups
  • Local band showcases featuring original compositions
  • DJ sets creating vibrant atmospheres throughout the day
  • Traditional cultural performances
  • Street dance competitions and workshops
  • Acoustic sessions by emerging singer-songwriters

Shopping Experience

The retail section features over 300 local and international brands offering a wide range of products:

  • Vintage digital cameras and camcorders from specialist collectors
  • Crochet home décour and handmade furnishings
  • Artisanal jewellery crafted by independent designers
  • Korean beauty products and skincare innovations
  • Custom dolls and collectibles from artists across Asia
  • Handcrafted accessories using traditional techniques
  • Sustainable fashion brands and upcycled products
  • Limited edition art prints and original artwork
  • Vintage clothing and accessories
  • Handmade stationery and paper goods

ARTBOX Everyday 2025 represents more than just a festival; it’s a celebration of creativity woven into the fabric of daily life. By transforming familiar spaces into artistic venues and bringing together hundreds of vendors and artists, it creates an unparallelled experience that promises to captivate visitors throughout their stay. The festival’s unique blend of retail, food, entertainment, and community engagement makes it a must-visit event for both locals and tourists alike, offering something special for everyone who steps through its doors.

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