This December, you can party the night away at Singapore’s biggest beach party, groove to retro hits with an iconic musician, count down to 2014 in style, and lots more.

Beloved flea market Public Garden goes big this festive season with a pop-up market of over 120 vendors hawking interesting wares at the 16th floor of TripleOne Somerset. December 1, December 7-8, and December 14-15

As the mega sports event of the year, the Standard Chartered Marathon is back, promising to be bigger and better than ever before. December 1

Legendary disco outfit CHIC is set to perform retro hits alongside group member and producer Nile Rodgers for an unforgettable one-night-only concert. December 3

Catch Woman in Black, a creepy one-of-a-kind play about the haunted Eel Marsh House, as it makes its grand debut in Singapore. December 11-15

Setouchi Experience DinnerExperience farm-to-table dining with the freshest produce straight from Japan’s Setouchi region farms, with 2am:lab’s Setouchi Experience Dinner. December 12-15

Rev up for a crazy two-night beach party at this year's edition of ZoukOut as the world's top DJs, from the likes of Dash Berlin and Martin Solveig, dish out pounding beats while you party the night away. December 13-14

The holiday edition of Bacchanalia's brunch series features good food, great bubbly, and sick beats by guest DJ Stephen Day, so don’t miss out. December 28

Ring in 2014 with an extravaganza of sight and sound at the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, featuring music performances and a breathtaking fireworks display. December 31

Get your art and food fix at The U Factory, a creative pop-up concept, housed in the premises of the hip and happening Gillman Barracks. Through January 31

The much-anticipated Singapore Biennale is back, featuring the crème de la crème of both Southeast Asia’s art world, as well as farther afield, with countless thought-provoking pieces. Through February 16


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Not sure where to be when the clock strikes twelve? Book in at one of this venues for a memorable segue into 2014.

Take the party all the way to the top. 1-Altitude brings you Carnivale, a wild carnival-like celebration complete with an exciting line-up of performances and awesome views of the fireworks show from the rooftop.

Usher in 2014 with dusk-to-dawn festivities at the Siloso Beach Party, Asia's largest beach countdown extravaganza. $55-$65. 

An ever-popular NYE celebration, the Marina Bay Singapore Countdown promises breathtaking views of floating Wishing Spheres set against gorgeous fireworks displays. Free

Tyler Made will be behind the consoles at Loof's New Year's Eve 54321 Party, where he will spin his signature brand of down-tempo, funk, hip-hop and soul mash-ups/re-ups. Free

Welcome the new year by the river and be awed by the spectacular fireworks display at Overeasy's Festive by the Bay. $25.

Have a rollickin' good time with friends and strangers alike at Blu Jaz Cafe's Good Times New Year's Eve Party$20.

You wouldn't want to miss Together in Electric Dreams at Zouk, as Adrian Low, the original Mambo Jambo godfather, returns to helm the decks for the first time since 2002. $40.

Hail the arrival of 2014 at Menagerie by Midnight with Viceroy. Indulge in The White Rabbit's scrumptious NYE dinner before boogieing the night away to summery disco tunes. $118-$138. 

With lasers, lightsaberers and all things shiny, Home Club's F*ck Off 2013 is one surefire way to light up your New Year's Eve. $25.

Herald a brand new day (and year) at Tanjong Beach Club's Brand New Day with Jon White, who will heat things up alongside beach balls, floating lanterns, fire-twirlers and confetti. Free

Dance your way into a dazzling 2014 with Fred E, one half of the infamous Electric Ambassadors, at The Black Swan's Razzle Dazzle party. Free

Celebrate New Year's Eve at KU DÉ TA, where you can unwind and enjoy a bird's eye view of the spectacular fireworks over Marina Bay. Come dressed to the nines for the Royal Ball, or let your hair down and unwind at Skybar. $48-$198.

Spark of your New Year with ELECTRIFY at WOOBAR, with a stellar DJ lineup comprising DJ Niina, Zig Zach, Heidy and Mr. Has. Free

You'll definitely be seeing stars at *SCAPE's out-of-this-world Collision 2014: Supernova Bash featuring DJ S.O.F. $22-$25.

Herald the new year 57 stories above ground at The Ultimate Deck Party on the Sands Skypark, which will feature live performances from the ever-talented CatsineCradle. You’re guaranteed a prime view of the New Year’s Eve fireworks. $138

Those who love to dress up can opt for the Masquerade Party at FUSE instead, where delightful party favors and a photobooth will ensure that guests have truckloads of fun. $88

For more masquerade fun, there's the Masquerade Countdown Party at M Hotel's J Bar. Come dressed in your best mask and costume and you could walk away with fab prizes—great way to start 2014. $35

Have an extravagant New Year's Eve celebration at luxe nightspot Pangaea’s Decadence party. Fork out $214++ for free flow of Moet & Chandon from 10pm to 1pm; general admission is at $120. $120-$214

Got some cash to spare? Book a private party space for you and your entourage this New Year's Eve at Pan Pacific Orchard. Choose from two luxurious party packages, Platinum (for 10 guests, $2,888) and Gold (for 15-20 guests, $2,588) with a choice of four areas to celebrate the New Year. The experience comes complete with music by a guest DJ, gourmet platters and drinks, and even a dedicated butler. Walk-in guests also enjoy free-flow of housepour drinks from 9pm-1am. $180.

South Korean superstar Rain will be returning to Singapore for a concert after a two-year hiatus, right on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day. Usher in 2014 with Rain, as well as Korean girl group Nine Muses, at the Sands Grand Ballroom$88-$488

Celebrate with the World at the Promontory @ Marina Bay. The stellar lineup for the night includes German DJ Ronski Speed, Filipino rock band Rivermaya, and Singapore's very own Juz-B, Chris Tong and Sylvester Sim. Free

Ring in 2014 at Kyō's Stay Gold NYE! event, where Italian DJ and production duo Supernova will ensure that your New Year's Eve celebrations are nothing short of gold. $35

May the Force be with you this 2014. Star Wars fans would not want to miss The Vault's epic Space Invaders! party, which will feature all things related to the movie franchise. Free

Opt for a laid-back New Year's Eve celebration at Timbre@The Substation or Timbre@The Arts House, where house bands such as 53A, Goodfellas and The Common People will be performing live. Free

Don your fanciest masks at Zafferano's New Year's Eve Masquerade dinner party, which will feature sumptuous Italian fare and a picturesque view of the fireworks over Marina Bay. $240

Party into the new year at Gem Bar's NYE 2014 Party featuring international DJ and MTV Europe presenter Sarah Love, who will bring you fresh hip-hop mixes from the decks. $65

Head for a sumptuous New Year's Eve buffet spread at the Sultan Jazz Club, before ringing in 2014 at New York State Of Mind with multi-talented musician Dr. J, also known as Johnny James. Book a spot via the Sultan Jazz website$128

This Clarke Quay Radio City New Year's Eve Countdown, which features appearances by local celebrities, live performances by bands such as Goodfellas, as well as a myriad of street games, is a star-studded celebration not to be missed. Free

Dress to impress and strut the red carpet at KPO's Red Carpet—New Year's Eve Extravaganza Party, where DJs Chroam and Matteblacc will spin the best R&B, hip hop, dancehall and house beats. Free

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