Step into a playful night at the Asian Civilisations Museum with hands-on games, creative crafts, and live performances you won’t want to miss!
Venue: Asian Civilisations Museum
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 January 2026
Admission: Free admission to most activities
Looking for a fun, free evening activity in January 2026 that blends play, culture, and creativity? Then you have to mark your calendar for Light to Night at ACM: Power of Play, happening on 23, 24, 30, and 31 January 2026, from 6pm to 10pm at the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM). Enjoy various exciting activities and performances for everyone to have fun!
What’s in Light to Night at ACM: Power of Play
This year, you’re invited to experience the museum after dark through the universal language of play. From giant outdoor games and hands-on crafts to tabletop adventures and family-friendly performances.
As you explore ACM at night, you’ll find games woven into every corner of the museum. Inspired by the special exhibition Let’s Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games, the festival transforms galleries and outdoor spaces into playful zones where you can interact, explore, and connect through games across cultures.
Enjoy discounted admission to Let's Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games ($10 for Singaporeans/PR, $20 for foreign residents/tourists) during programme hours, making it a great opportunity to dive deeper into the stories behind Asian games and design.
Programme Highlights
Here are all the activities details from interactive stamp rally, drop-in craft and amusing performances:
Bingo After Dark: Stamp Rally
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Venue: Various venues
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan | 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free
Pick up a bingo stamp card and complete activities to collect prizes, including a chance to win a PlayStation 5! Collect your card from the Lobby, Level 1. While supplies last!
Games Nights at the Museum!
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Venue: River Room, Level 2
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan | 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free
Get ready for game nights at the museum! Tbiggest edition yet features party games, strategy board games, tabletop role-playing experiences, and trading card games. Bring friends or make new ones at the social gaming tables.
What makes it more exciting is that the first 200 players each day in the River Room can receive a special snack pack from Tageh.
Featured Experiences
Image credit to Brints
Putri Gunung Ledang: A Promise of Peace - TTRPG (Tabletop Role-playing Game) with Lore Obscure A 30-minute experience based on Southeast Asian folklore where players help the legendary Putri protect her people through dialogue and dice rolls.
Perfect for families and newcomers with no experience required. Sessions for 2-4 players run every 45 minutes.
Pokémon and Lorcana Beginner Tables with Brints
Image credit to Concept City
Learn gameplay basics, rules, and collecting strategies for these popular trading card games. Perfect for beginners looking to start their collecting journey!
Meet and Play with Local Game Designers and Collectives
Play alongside Singapore's vibrant gaming community featuring: Origami | Capital Gains | DesiBoredGamers | ToTheTable | Burnout Board Game | The Lepak Initiative | NTU FastForward | Tembusu Games | Genie Games
Mini competitions will take place at selected tables, with extra prizes to be won.
Trading Card Mania with Concept City
Venue: Lobby, Level 1
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free
Step into the ultimate trading card adventure with guided gameplay sessions, strategy tips, and the latest card collections with Concept City. Trade, battle, and connect with fellow players! Open to all skill levels.
Drop-in Craft: Make Your Own Paw-some Pet Tag with Elyand Collective
Image credit to Eyland Collective
Venue: Lobby, Level 1
Date: 23 & 24 Jan | 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free with admission sticker
Design a charm that's paw-fect for you and your fur babies! Choose from adorable dog or cat charms, add a retro gaming element, and top it off with a glow-in-the-dark initial. Suitable for keychains, bags, or pet collars. Available while supplies last!
Drop-in Craft: Make Your Own Gaming Charm with PLOOK PLOOK
Image credit to Plook Plook
Venue: Lobby, Level 1
Date: 30 & 31 Jan | 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free with admission sticker
Create a custom gaming charm inspired by our Let's Play! special exhibition. Choose your game board and assemble your tokens as a keepsake or good luck charm for your next adventure. Happening while supplies last!
Museum & Mystery: Crossword Puzzle
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Venue: ACM Galleries
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan | 6pm-9pm
Admission: Free with admission sticker
Something peculiar is happening! Explore the galleries, follow the clues, and solve the mystery! Pick up your crossword puzzle at the Visitor Services Counter, Level 1. While supplies last!
ACMverse: The Great Game on Roblox
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Date: From 23 Jan 2026
Admission: Admission to the special exhibition required
Step into ACMverse with Lucky the Elephant and embark on two thrilling quests! Uncover hidden treasures in the Let's Play! exhibition and earn a real-life reward. Then, race against time in the new Let's Race karting mini-game and beat the high scores!
Claim your prize at the Play Kiosk, Level 2.
Giant Games at the Green
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Venue: ACM Green
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan | 6pm-10pm
Admission: Free
Play giant-sized versions of classic games, including aeroplane chess, congkak, checkers, and more. Don't miss Checkmates! - a playable chess installation by artists Vendy Methodos, Osheen Siva, and Mama Magnet.
ACM & Me
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Venue: Contemporary Gallery, Level 1
Date: 23, 24, 30, 31 Jan 6pm-9pm
Admission: Free with admission sticker
Roll the dice and join the fun this Light to Night. ACM & Me gets a playful update with new artwork and activities inspired by the special exhibition, Let's Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games.
Play Snakes and Ladders with a twist, uncover fun facts about Asian games, and unwind in a brand-new, calm corner. Explore, create, and play your way through hands-on fun for all ages.
Performances You Can’t Miss
Movement Play Jam with Starlight Alchemy
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Venue: ACM Green
Date: 23, 30 Jan | 7pm-8pm
Admission: Free admission
Hosted by Starlight Alchemy, this open, welcoming jam invites you to explore movement arts in a relaxed, joyful, come-as-you-are space - right in the glow of Light to Night at ACM.
Bring your own LED props or try out a selection from Starlight Alchemy's collection! Open to beginners and seasoned movers alike, their artists will be around to share, guide, and flow, making this an easy entry point into the world of movement arts.
ZingO Junior: Kids Festive Drums Performance
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Venue: ACM Green
Date: 24 Jan | 6:30pm and 7:30pm
Admission: Free admission
Watch as young drummers from ZingO Festival Drum Group unleash the thunderous power of traditional Chinese drums! Experience the infectious energy as tiny hands create mighty sounds through rhythmic play and teamwork!
Singapore Polytechnic Dikir Barat - Seri Thera Performance
Image credit to Singapore Polytechnic Dikir Barat
Venue: ACM Green
Date: 31 Jan | 7:30pm
Admission: Free admission
Experience the vibrant energy of Singapore Polytechnic's talented all-girls Dikir Barat group as they bring this captivating Malay folk tradition to life.
With powerful vocal harmonies and rhythmic percussion, these skilled performers deliver an engaging cultural showcase that celebrates both artistic excellence and heritage.
For more information, visit https://www.nhb.gov.sg/acm or follow the museum on Facebook (@asiancivilisationsmuseum) and Instagram (@acm sg).
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