Laugh your Wednesday night away as you catch English stand-up and improv comedian of 'Never Mind the Buzzcocks' Phill Jupitus up close and personal from the comfort of your bar stool or VIP couch. Having performed at stand-up gigs all over London and the UK and winning Time Out award in 1994, the funnyman will take you on a journey through the chaos of his own life, laced with humour and acerbic wit.

May 8, 6pm – 10pm, at The Monarchy, 56 Tras St, S078995. Tickets from $108. More info at https://ticketing.igo.events/e/414/phill-jupitus-live-in-singapore.

There are mums who brunch, and then there are mums who whiskey. For the latter, take her to boutique hotel The Vagabond Club's Whiskey Library for there's free entry for all ladies on May 10 to herald Mother's Day weekend. Ladies also get a complimentary welccome drink, which includes a glass of house wine, sparkling wine or beer. There will also be an accompanying special menu at the bar, and a surprise performance by a pop singer that night. This is one for the cool mums, definitely.

May 10, at The Vagabond Club, 39 Syed Alwi Rd, S207630. Admission is free. More info at http://www.hotelvagabondsingapore.com/.

Cocktail aficionados, your favourite time of the year is here. As you take a gander around the island's most interesting bar offerings, stop by The Monarchy, which will be participating in the Singapore Cocktail Fest for the very first time. They'll be hosting club takeovers from May 11 - 20. Expect drinks to be whipped up by the most experienced bartenders such as Antonio Lai and Shelley Tai from Hong Kong’s Quinary, as well as NYC-style speakeasy bar 40 Thieves from Bali.

May 10-18, various timings, at The Monarchy, 56 Tras St. Tickets from $35. More info at http://bit.ly/SGCF2019.

Singapore's largest farmers' market will be returning for its second run in May, and promises a whole host of highlights, from stalls hawking local produce and delish snack samples, to home-gardening workshops and cooking classes. And you don't have to be a kombucha-guzzling hipster or a yoga-practicing vegan to have fun. The event is packed with activities across six zones, Buy, Eat, Cook, Grow, Play and Learn, and you can sign up for exclusive cooking masterclasses taught by Michelin-star chefs, or participate in hands-on workshops to learn all about all about edible plants and microgreens.

May 11 - 12, 10am - 8pm, at Suntec Singapore Convention and Exhibition Centre Hall 403, 1 Raffles Blvd, S039593. Admission is free. More info at https://www.visitsprout.sg/.

Move aside, Hello Kitty. My Melody is here to give you a run for your money with the world’s first ever My Melody run. And because it’s a 5km fun run, your entire family can join in the festivities on Mother’s Day at Palawan Green. Fans of the iconic Sanrio rabbit will have an extra sweet day snapping for the 'gram at the opening ceremony filled with inflatable sweets and desserts. Runners will also get to take home exclusive My Melody Run merch which includes My Melody Runner’s T-shirt, a plush toy, and a finisher’s medal.

May 12, 8am - 12pm, at Sentosa Island, S09998. Tickets from $60. More info at http://www.mymelodyrun.com.sg.

We're sure you'd recognise this adorable little hungry caterpillar from your fave books during your childhood. Well, there's good news for the kid in you: The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favourites will be brought to life in an enthralling play that will delight both kids and kidults. Follow three beloved Eric Carle tales, including The Very Hungry Caterpillar as he chomps away on his journey to metamorphosis, the tale of the Little Cloud, as well as The Mixed Up Chameleon, performed in a black light theatre with a captivating showcase of visual effects, music, innovative puppetry, and narrative.

Apr 30 - May 12, at various timings at the Victoria Theatre, 9 Empress Place, S179556. Tickets from $18. More info at https://www.sistic.com.sg/events/ccater0519. ​​​​​​​

If you’ve been binge-watching RuPaul’s Drag Race, then the name Katya Zamolodchikova should ring a bell. The All Stars Season 2 Finalist, a well-known drag persona of Brian Joseph McCook, also acts and does comedy (just check out all those videos on her YouTube channel). The queen, who even has her own Funko Pop! Figurine, will finally be heading to our shores, so get ready to laugh out loud with this rising entertainer with her new show.

May 12, 8pm, at Shine Auditorium, 100 Beach Rd, Shaw Tower, S189702. Tickets from $88. More info at https://www.la-comedylive.com/katya.

If you’re a fan of house music, you’ll be happy to know that CÉ LA VI will be hosting Bargrooves’ international producer and resident DJ Jon White. He has played at popular venues worldwide, including Ritz-Carlton, Avalon Nightclub here and Zouk in KL in his successful career spanning 20 years.

Chillax your Saturday away by the beaches of Sentosa as you attempt to become one with your yoga mat at AIA's Glow Fest at Sentosa. Twist and turn with the winds blowing in your hair with international yoga stars leading the practice, such as Marysia Do and Patrick Beach. Reward yourself after a day of workouts with electrifying performances from multi-award-winning music acts such as The Sam Willows, Lost Frequencies and Rudimental.

May 25, 7am - 11pm, at Palawan Green, Sentosa Island, S099981. Tickets from $59. More info at https://glowfestival.sg/.

If you’re a nature lover or have an interest in gardening, drop by Singapore Garden Festival’s (SGF) first ever Horticulture Show featuring stunning exhibits, workshops and competitions. Open to experts as well as newbie greenthumbs, the Horticultural Competition is accepting submissions till Apr 25.

Be sure to check out delightful underwater gardens where aquatic plants are decorated to imitate natural landscapes at the Aquascape Display and Competition. Foodies – you’re not forgotten; grab some grub at the SGF Marketplace, which also has plants and horticultural products for sale. Note: If you visit during the weekend, you might want to stick around for the after-show evening performances.

Apr 27 – May 5, 10am – 7pm at Jurong Lake Gardens. Admission is free. More info at https://www.singaporegardenfestival.com/SGF-Hort-Show/Show-Info.

For the first time in South East Asia, the contemporary street artist who hails from New York will showcase his unique abstract graffiti style with his iconic motifs. In fact, Futura pioneered new spraying techniques like his signature inverted spray move. The exhibition features 30 works produced in Singapore during his two weeks here with local art salon The Culture Story. Explore the style of this original artist who has been pushing the boundaries of street art and painting for the past 40 years.

May 30 – Jun 9, 12pm-8pm, Gilman Barracks, Lock Road, Blk 9 #02-21,

S108937. Admission is free. More info at https://www.futuraconstellation.com/.

Photo: Melvin Wong for The Culture Story

This isn't one of those exhibitions where you'll be blankly staring at a painting trying to figure out if it's the work of a child or a drunk guy. This unique installation by local artist Charles Lim Yi Yong takes you on a walk through The National Gallery's first Roof Garden Commission as you discover over 30 lesser-known plant species that thrive in reclaimed areas around Singapore, including Changi, Tuas and the Southern Islands. If you don't want your romantic date to stop just there, deepen your knowledge on Singapore's reclamation landscape together with bae with a 30-minute podcast conceived by Charles featuring anecdotes and insights from specialists in various fields including botany, engineering and geography.

Apr 27 - Oct 27, at Ng Teng Fong Roof Garden Gallery, National Gallery Singapore, 1 St. Andrew's Road, S178957. Admission is free. More info at https://www.nationalgallery.sg/charleslimyiyong.

It’s starting to feel a lot like the Netherlands. Over 35 varieties of tulips will be on display at the largest tulip festival here. Get teleported to the Dutch countryside when you step into the Flower Dome, which will be beautifully decked out with thatched-roof farmhouses, windmills, and faux cattle. But it’s not a truly immersive experience till you make it to the European fair where you can savour some European nosh without even hopping on a plane (everything from stroopwafels and cheese to chouquettes and churros!). And while you're here, go the whole nine yards and dress up in Dutch folkwear or design your own wooden clogs. Definitely great for the 'gram.

Tulipmania Floral Display is on Apr 12-May 20, 9am-9pm, at the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay. Admission charges apply. European fair is on Apr 12-21, 10am-8pm at Flower Field Hall. Admission is free on weekdays; conservatories ticket charges apply on weekends. More info at https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en.html.

Can humans ever co-exist with robots? Take a journey to explore how man can excel beyond their natural ability through technology, algorithm, machine learning and big data. Keep yourselves questioning human existence with this assembly of various design works including art work, research concepts and innovative products.

Jan 28 - Sep 30, at various timings, at Red Dot Design Museum, 11 Marina Boulevard, S018940. Admission is free. For more info, visit https://www.museum.red-dot.sg/visit.

Go back in time to when Singapore first started out bottling and canning food in the 1800-1900s, and discover how packaging and designs of local food companies have evolved since. If you’re bringing the little ones along, keep an eye out for interactive activities like feely boxes, puzzles and an activity booklet to guide them along. It’s not just for the kids, though. Browse through the Food and Eco-craft Market with its variety of eco-friendly products at the Glass Atrium at Level 2, or lounge at an indoor picnic at The Salon at Level 1 and watch Royston Tan’s Old Friends and other films from Singapore Heritage Short Film Competition’s 2018 finalists. Looks like a good time to take the kids out for some offline playtime.

Apr 6-Sept 15, 10am-7pm, Stamford Gallery, Level 1, National Museum of Singapore, 93 Stamford Road, S178897. Admission is free. More info at www.nationalmuseum.sg.

Barbie has just turned 60, but don't even think that she's retiring anytime soon. On the contrary, she’s had over 200 careers and counting in her life, okay? How fitting it is then that her 60th anniversary campaign theme is ‘You Can Be Anything’, and that includes throwing a party in the Singapore Flyer, if you so wish. A capsule on the Flyer will be decked out in pink in conjunction with Barbie’s birthday. Guests can not only take in the views in the Barbie Flight from now until June 30, but will enjoy priority entry and a mocktail and macarons. Prefer to stay terra firma? The Singapore Flyer will light the skies up in an eye-catching Barbie pink from 6.30pm daily until Mar 21.

Until June 30 at the Singapore Flyer. Tix at $31 for kids and $69 for adults. More info at www.singaporeflyer.com/unique-experiences/.