Celebrate Peranakan Culture at Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES for Singapore HeritageFest 2025

In celebration of Singapore HeritageFest 2025, Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES are thrilled to honour the rich traditions of Peranakan culture with a series of vibrant showcases, interactive arts workshops, and exclusive rewards from 1 to 25 May. 

Visitors to the two historic locations can look forward to workshops like nyonya beadwork embroidery, batik painting and tile motif painting, life-sized photo opportunities, and thematic promotions and discounts — including the redemption of Peranakan dessert spoons or pot coasters — from both malls.

 

 [Clockwise: Tile Motif Painting, Batik Handkerchief Painting. Nyonya Beading Embroidery]

Bring heritage to life with hands-on Cultural Arts Workshops 

4, 24 - 25 May (Sat & Sun) | 4 – 6pm | Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza

10 - 11, 17 - 18 May (Sat & Sun) | 4 – 6pm / 5 – 7pm | CHIJMES, Main Lawn 

Discover the beauty and rich artistry of Peranakan heritage through a series of fun and interactive Peranakan arts workshops. Learn the intricate craft of traditional Peranakan beadwork at the Nyonya Beading Embroidery workshop, or unleash your inner artist at a Batik Painting workshop, where you will create beautiful patterns on a handkerchief using a combination of dyes and wax. You can also express your creativity at the Tile Motif Painting workshop. Better yet, you get to take home the unique masterpiece you create! To participate in these workshops, simply spend a minimum of $60 at either Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES anytime from 1 to 25 May, and pre-register for your slot at the redemption booth at Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski (from 12pm - 8pm) or CHIJMES, near Lei Garden (from 5pm - 10pm). Limited slots are available, so hurry down!

 [Life-sized photo ops]

Snap a shot with a life-sized Peranakan display

1 – 25 May | Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza 

Step into a slice of Singapore’s past with a larger-than-life installation inspired by familiar scenes from Peranakan culture. A vibrant set-up inspired by a whimsical display of classic kitchenware, it offers plenty of opportunities for a fun photo moment with family and friends. 

 

[Left to right: Dessert Spoons, Pot Coasters]

Redeem exquisite Peranakan kitchenware

1 – 25 May | 5pm – 10pm | CHIJMES, outside Lei Garden

1 – 25 May | 12pm – 8pm | Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski 

Celebrate the rich Peranakan heritage with exquisite kitchenware to spice up your meals. From delicate Peranakan dessert spoon sets by Little Nyonya Batik, to stunning Peranakan pot coasters by Table Matters, these items come adorned with classic heritage patterns, and add a traditional — yet sophisticated — touch to any home. To collect these pieces, simply spend a minimum of $60 in a single receipt from 1 to 25 May at Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES. 

Activities at a glance

Life-sized Peranakan Display
Dates: 1 – 25 May
Location: Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza

Redeem Peranakan Dessert Spoons (Set of 2) by Little Nyonya Batik (Worth $20)
Dates: 1 – 25 May
Time: 12pm – 8pm
Location: Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski

Redeem Peranakan Pot Coaster by Table Matters (Worth $19.50)
Dates: 1 – 25 May
Time: 5pm – 10pm
Location: CHIJMES, near Lei Garden

Tile Motif Painting Workshop

• 4 May / 25 May, 4 – 6pm at Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza

• 10 May, 4 – 6pm at CHIJMES, Main Lawn

Batik Handkerchief Painting Workshop

• 4 May / 24 May, 4 – 6pm at Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza

• 11 May, 4 – 6pm at CHIJMES, Main Lawn

Nyonya Beading Embroidery Workshop
Dates: 17 & 18 May
Time: 5 – 7pm
Location: CHIJMES, Main Lawn