Get ready for an action-packed weekend of games, culture, and creativity at "Crossing Cultures at ACM: Ready, Set, Play!", held in conjunction with ACM’s exhibition "Let’s Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games".
Across three days, enjoy social game nights, live performances, chess and mahjong zones, tabletop adventures, drop-in workshops, and curator-led tours; with most activities free for all to join.
Game Nights at the Foyer
11 – 12 October | 4pm – 10pm | Level 2 | Free | Adults only
Join a weekend of friendly board game battles! Try new releases, rediscover classics, and meet the designers and communities shaping Singapore’s vibrant gaming scene.
Hosted by: Origame, Capital Gains, DesiBoredGamers, ToTheTable, Meeple Finder, Burnout Board Game, The Lepak Initiative, #laiplayleow, NTU FastForward, and Geekster pop-up store.
*No food or drinks in the Foyer. Please handle games with care.
Happy Hour at ACM
10 October | 6pm – 8pm | ACM Lobby
Enjoy a free glass of champagne* with every Let’s Play! ticket purchased between 6–8pm (limited to first 100 visitors). Explore the exhibition on a docent-led tour and unwind with free board games at Let’s Play More!
*For ages 18+. Non-alcoholic options available.
Knights at the Museum with Aliwal Chess Club
11 – 12 October | 4pm – 9pm | ACM Green | Free
Experience street chess by the Singapore River! Play Picnic Chess by day and Neon Chess under the stars with live DJ beats. Complete the Photo Quest in Let’s Play! and redeem free churros and teh.
Grandmaster Matches: Weiqi, Xiangqi & Chess
Watch or challenge Singapore’s top players in live matches across the weekend.
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Chess Grandmaster Kevin Goh: 11 Oct, 4pm–5:30pm @ ACM Green
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Bullet Chess Showdown (Kevin Goh vs Hirfan Romzi): 11 Oct, 6pm @ Riverfront
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Play Weiqi with Grandmaster James Lee: 12 Oct, 6:30pm–8:30pm @ ACM Lobby (registration on Peatix)
Mahjong Day with Mahjong Lah
12 October | 4pm – 9pm | River Room, Level 2 | Free
Learn, play, and win prizes at this family-friendly mahjong event!
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Quick Start to Singapore Mahjong (4pm & 6pm, registration required)
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Build the Wall timed challenge
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Match Your Winning Hand beginner games
Plus, music, merchandise, and social play tables for all ages.
Pesta Bayangan: Festival of Shadows, Festival of Imagination
11 October | 4pm & 7pm | River Room, Level 2 | Free
Enjoy traditional wayang kulit performances by Jan Mrázek, Ki Aneng Kiswantoro, and the Singa Nglaras Gamelan Ensemble.
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4pm: Sena Ngundha Layangan (Sena Flies a Kite)
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7pm: Rama Tambak (Rama Builds a Causeway)
Make a Huat Keychain with Arterly Obsessed
11 – 12 October | 4pm – 9pm | ACM Lobby | Free with admission sticker
Design your own mini mahjong tile keychain to take home as a lucky keepsake! Limited to one per visitor while supplies last.
The Game of Knowledge with Lore Obscure
10 October | 7:30pm – 9pm | River Room | $10 refundable deposit
Dive into a tabletop role-playing adventure inspired by gyan chaupar, an ancient Indian game. Expect a mythic, story-driven experience perfect for RPG fans. (Ages 18+)
Curator Insights: Ancient Indian Games with Malvika Agarwal
12 October | 5pm – 6:30pm | ACM Lobby | $10 refundable deposit
Join co-curator Malvika Agarwal for an interactive tour and gaming session exploring India’s historic board games and their global influence.
Weiqi 101: Beginners Workshop with James Lee
12 October | 5pm – 6:30pm | Discovery Room | $10 refundable deposit
Learn the basics of weiqi (Go) from James Lee, President of the Singapore Weiqi Association. Perfect for first-time players. (Ages 18+)
Quick Start to Singapore Mahjong (Workshop)
14 October | 4pm & 6pm | River Room | $10 refundable deposit
Join Mahjong Lah’s 90-minute crash course to learn Singapore-style mahjong — no Chinese knowledge needed. Each participant gets an exclusive 16-page beginner booklet.
Grab your friends, plan your visit, and let the games begin at ACM this weekend!
Crossing Cultures at ACM: Ready, Set, Play!
📍Asian Civilisations Museum
📅10–12 October 2025
⏰Friday, 6pm–10pm | Saturday & Sunday, 4pm–10pm
Free and ticketed activities available
Enjoy discounted entry to Let’s Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games ($10 for Singaporeans/PR, $20 for foreign residents/tourists).
More details: nhb.gov.sg/acm/whats-on/programmes/2025/2025-cc-oct-ready-set-play
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