SingaPop! 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture, a new interactive and immersive exhibition at ArtScience Museum is a vibrant and nostalgic celebration that captures the heart and soul of Singapore.
SingaPop! 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture Review
What makes us uniquely Singaporean? Find out when you visit the SingaPop: 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture exhibition, a special SG60 adventure running from 2 August to 28 December 2025 at the ArtScience Museum in Marina Bay Sands Singapore. This vibrant new showcase is an immersive journey into the heart of Singapore’s cultural identity, celebrating the shared experiences, trends, and iconic moments that have defined Singaporeans over the past 60 years.
Offering numerous photo opportunities and interactive elements, including engaging games in the SingaMakan zone, SingaPop promises a highly entertaining and immersive experience – you’d likely spend just over an hour exploring around. I’d say that the experience felt like visiting a theme park about Singapore’s pop culture, I mean, they’ve already called it RojakLand, and the main area of the exhibition resembles the castle hub of Disneyland.
A standout feature of the exhibition is its creative direction by the legendary Dick Lee, which has resulted in a strong visual aesthetic and a captivating soundscape. The music around the exhibition, in particular, is a highlight, with iconic local song motifs uniquely re-mixed and blended together – an auditory experience akin to a rojak.
Get your tickets to SingaPop! at ArtScience Museum
Tickets shown are for Off-Peak Days (Mon to Thurs). For Peak Days (Sat/Sun, Public Holidays), it will be $5 more.
| Tickets (Concession*/ Adult) | |
|---|---|
| SingaPop! at ArtScience Museum Ticket For Tourists |
from $25/ 30 Klook» |
| SingaPop! at ArtScience Museum Ticket (SG Residents) Discounted rate for Singapore Citizens and Permanent Residents |
from $20/ 25 Klook» |
*Concession rates are applicable for Seniors (65 years and above), Students and Children aged 2 to 12 years old.
SingaPop! 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture vlog
Experience the journey of SingaPop in this walkthrough tour of the exhibition!
SingaPop! 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture Photo Tour
Your adventure begins in SingaWHO?, as currents and waves draw you into the exhibition.
SingaPop! RFID wristbands are handed out as you walk in – It’ll be used all around the exhibition where you see a round disc with the icon.
But first, a video message from Dick Lee – setting the stage of what you’ll get to see in a short moment.
After his introduction, a shining bead curtain lights up, welcoming you into the next zone, RojakLane.
It’s a vibrant showcase of Singapore’s diverse and rich cultural tapestry across major ethnic groups, which you can rediscover as you walk on the path lined with colourful tiles.
And then you’ve arrived at RojakLand! This is the central hub of the exhibition linking you to all the other areas in the exhibition.
Right behind the RojakLand “building” is the IconSG wall, filled with well, cultural icons of Singapore.
The fashion showcase, SingaStyle, features locally-designed pageant wear from 2013 to 2022.
Some standout pieces include the 2018 Miss Universe Dress, a digitally printed skirt highlighting the Trump-Kim Summit, with other architectural icons at the base.
There is also a section where you can explore Dick Lee’s digital fashion scrapbook, and heritage covers of Her World magazine.
Right across from the fashion gallery is NDPop, which showcases on the evolution of National Day Parade.
Set within a uniquely-red, retro-themed home, the exhibit is a treasure trove of nostalgia. You’ll enjoy spotting all the familiar items from yesteryear, each a window into a past era.
A modern-day touch is also included, with this year’s National Day Fun Pack prominently displayed at the front, bridging the gap between old and new
Venture into RojakLand’s dazzling central hub, a dance floor-like area dominated by colourful recreations of major landmarks around our island. A metallic, shiny pavilion that serves as a stunning centerpiece, echoing the iconic structure found in the Botanic Gardens.
Inside, you can find colourful stamps to make your own souvenirs.
Here you can also find numerous game booths shaped like the old HDB Car Park signs, which you can now test your knowledge on Singlish. Wander further on into SingaMakan.
SingaPop’s most immersive segment is a fantastic tribute to Singapore’s hawker culture, a space that perfectly captures Singaporeans’ undying passion for food.
It’s a delight for the senses, offering countless photo opportunities and a chance to dive in with entertaining interactives.
Take a turn as a hawker at the Satay Cookoff! Behind a stand, you can try your hand at the frantic flipping and flame-fanning, making for a fun and realistic game.
Don’t miss the shop on the side, filled with toys from a bygone era.
SingaSong presents the evolution of local pop music. You can pick from some classic hits at the giant jukebox as you enjoy the other exhibits in the area, which includes this dress worn by Kit Chan, flanked by signature jackets from Dick lee and Vernon Cornelius (from The Quests).
Just next door is the Screening Room, showcasing “60 Years of Shared Screen Time”. Get ready to be swept up in a montage of iconic TV shows and films that will ignite a spark of nostalgia and have you reminiscing about your shared viewing moments.
When you’re done exploring RojakLand, make your way to the Grand Finale, SingaStories.
In this stunning, 360-degree multimedia presentation, you’ll be swept away as the fascinating animations and mesmerizing music converge. This stunning presentation will transport you on a captivating journey through time, enveloping your senses and bringing each era to life with vibrant energy.
SingaVoices is a tribute to Singaporeans’ beloved song, Home. Composed by Dick Lee in 1997, it is long regarded as the anthem for National Day Parades.
Aptly, the exhibition also spotlights the 2020 rendition during the Covid pandemic, ending SingaPop with a moving, orchestral rendition accompanied with hundreds of voices – a reminder of strength and resilience even at a difficult time.
SingaPop! 60 Years of Singapore Pop Culture at ArtScience Museum Singapore
2 August to 28 December 2025
Book your tickets now. Click here for ticketing information. Bundles with other exhibitions at the ArtScience Museum are also available.
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