Looking for crafty free things to do this month?
The annual Deepavali Open House, organised by Indian Heritage Centre, returns from 5 to 27 October 2024, featuring an array of free activities, cultural workshops and performances, and a gorgeous street light-up.
Admission to the Indian Heritage Centre will also be free on weekends this month.
What is there to do at this year’s Deepavali Open House?
Brightening the streets of Little India with over 2km of vibrant lights, this year’s dazzling display celebrates the theme of “Family Unity”.
Indian Heritage Centre has also prepared an array of hands-on activities, carnivals and performances, and shows — some of them are even free!
1. Free things to do to at Deepavali Open House 2024
There is no shortage to the number of free activities — that are actually fun — this year.
In addition to free museum admission for all visitors on weekends, you can also engage in:
- Free lobby activities and crafts on weekends
- Cultural Carnival Games
- Parrot Astrologer
- Festive Dress-Up Booth
- Free Henna
- Traditional Shadow Puppet Installation for kids
- Festive Outdoor Performances
- Indoor Museum Performances
- Free Tea-time snacks
- Festive Market
Of course, this event celebrates Deepavali after all. So don’t forget to write and post your very own Deepavali greeting cards, take photos at Deepavali installations, and even at their manned photo booth where you can get free print-outs.
2. Cultural workshops at the Deepavali Open House
For the first time ever, you can try your hands at the intricate artistry of kalamkari — an ancient form of hand-painted cotton textiles at the Kalamkari Art Painting Workshop (sold out).
In addition, you can admire stunning floral displays at the Carnival of Blooms: Deepavali Floral Arrangement Workshop ($15). Foodies can also delight scrumptious Indian cuisine at the all-new Indian Cooking Demo with Masterchef Inderpal Singh ($15) and Little India Prata Walking Trail ($15).
More information on the workshops can be found on Peatix.
3. Admire the street light-up in comfort
If you don’t feel like walking, you can enjoy the street light-up through the Deepavali Special Big Bus Tours instead.
They are available at $10 per ticket on the following dates: 4 October (7pm and 7:30pm), 5 October (7pm and 7:30pm) and 11 October (7pm).
Date: 5-27 October 2024
Location: 5 Campbell Lane, Singapore 209924
Opening hours: 10am-6pm
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