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Parties, parades and magic by the river

An assortment of exciting events for your 'staycation' at the second Singapore River Festival. -AsiaOne

Fri, Jun 19, 2009
AsiaOne

IF THE ongoing flu pandemic and economic recession has got you stuck in a rut at home, consider making a trip to the Singapore River Festival which unveils itself this Friday.

There's literally something for everyone, tourist and local alike, at the festival which runs from June 19 to June 27.

Whether you're a flamboyant party animal, a foodie, an art aficionado, or a parent looking for family fun for the kids, the River Festival has something in store for you.

The festivities will take place along the river - at Clarke Quay, Central, Empress Place, Robertson Quay and Boat Quay.

Besides the scenic locations, this particular "staycation" doesn't burn a hole in your pockets! Most events don't even cost a cent.

In conjunction with the Great Singapore Sale, visitors can also expect irresistable one-for-one festival treats and great deals at nearby dining establishments.

So while you're planning how to occupy your coming weekends, check out AsiaOne's guide to this magical festival.

For	Activities/Acts
Night Owls	June 23 to 27: June Milestones Market Accompanying the Milestones music festival is the nightly Milestones flea market which will feature vintage goods such as vinyls, retro collectibles, celebrities' stash and more.
Families	June 19: CampFire Dance (Asian Civilisations Museum Green) An opening highlight of Singapore River Festival as part of CampFire as ECNAD's signature outdoor dance performance CampFire Dance presented for the Singapore River Festival
Party animals	June 19 - 27: Singapore River Circus Pop Series - Features DJ Jon White from the UK and emcee Claressa Monteiro at the Circus Pop Series 1 (June 20) in a circus-themed outdoor party held across venues in Boat Quay featuring - Circus Pop Series 2 returns on June 27 to be held this time at Robertson Quay, kicking-off with the Food and Wine Festival - a food sampling session and a large-scale after party featuring international house DJ Audio Misdemeanour from Sydney ensues to round off the night with a bang.
Adrenaline junkies	June 20: Dance Noisily Workshop Aspiring dancers with no prior dance background may attend this workshop as part of CampFire - exploring movement and sound June 20: All Can Dance Marathon As part of CampFire, an All Can Dance marathon featuring four hours of non-stop dancing onstage and off it will feature in the last half-hour long finale party. June 27: The Impossible Record: 2 Illusionists, 5 Minutes, 1 World Record (Clarke Quay, Central) - Featuring Singapore's celebrity illusionists J C Sum & "Magic Babe" Ning
Photo enthusiasts	June 20: Snap the Dancers Competition As part of CampFire, budding and professional photographers can look forward to an afternoon of fun and fast shutter action on June 20 as they move from one historic room to another capturing dancers in motion in the Snap the Dancers photography competition. A Snap the Dancers Exhibition will be held from June 27 to July 5. June 19 - 20, 21 - 27: Read Bridge Spectacular Nightly visual spectacular of aerial performances and exotic dance acts at the Read Bridge with breathtaking water ballet choreography and stunning display lights - perfect photo opportunities
Culture vultures and art aficionados	June 19 - 27: Bumboat Parade (Robertson Quay, Clarke Quay, Boat Quay) As part of A River Romance - a water and land extravaganza at the historic Singapore River and its riverbanks at UOB Promenade. June 19 - 21, 26 - 27: June Dance Musical (UOB Promenade) As part of A River Romance - a water and land extravaganza at the historic Singapore River and its riverbanks at UOB Promenade.
Music buffs	June 23 - 27: Milestones Organised by Timbre Music Pte Ltd, Milestones on Empress Place is a music festival which pays tribute to the Singapore bands hailing from the 70s to present day. The festival's line-up include October Cherries, Peter Diaz from the 70s, Tokyo Square and Gypsy from the 80s, Watchmen featuring Kevin Matthews, Concave Scream from the 90s and Blues Train, West Grand Boulevard, Goodfellas from today. The five-night programme also includes a double bill concert with Lorraine Ayensu from UK as well as performances by renowned Cuban pianist Nachito Herrera.
Love birds	June 19 - 21, 26 - 27: HIPPO River Show Cruising down the Singapore River takes on a new twist during the Singapore River Festival with the HIPPO River Show (as part of the Romantic River Cruises) - a musical performance on board the HIPPO River Cruises to the tune of a string quartet or the guzheng.
Foodies	June 21: Bacardi Mojito Discovery Tour (Clarke Quay) As part of the Original Bacardi Mojito Fiesta June 27: Circus Pop Series 2 (Robertson Quay) As part of the Singapore River Circus Pop Series, Circus Pop Series kicks-off with the Food and Wine Festival - a food sampling session courtesy of participating F&B outlets alongside simultaneous circus pop elements by the river.

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