2025 7th

Singapore International Cultural Festival

Culture Shapes our Singapore

Co-sponsor

Singapore Youth Cultural and Arts Centre

Asian Art Association Singapore

From

August 13, 2025

UNTIL

August 18, 2025

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The then President of Singapore, Ms. Halimah binti Yacob, with the awardees
The 7th Singapore International Cultural Festival (SICF) 2025 is a grand international cultural event that celebrates the richness and diversity of culture in Singapore and around the world. Since its inception in 2013, the festival has been held every two years, and has been successfully organized for six times so far, attracting nearly 10,000 participants from more than 50 countries and regions. SICF has become one of the most influential event brands in the field of international youth cultural exchanges.

Since 2017, the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Singapore has been the official supporter of the SICF. In 2019, Singapore's Minister for Education, Mr. Ong Ye Kung, further elevated the event's profile, while the 2024 Awards Dinner took the festival to new heights with the presence of Mr. Edwin Tong, Minister for Culture, Community and Youth, and Minister of State for Law and Order, as the Guest-of-Honour.

In 2025, SICF will also be included in the series of national celebrations to coincide with the 60th anniversary of Singapore's founding and the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Singapore and China. Under the concept of “Culture Shapes our Singapore”, the Festival promotes cultural exchange and understanding among young people from around the world through a variety of art forms such as painting, music, dance, speech and martial arts.

Young artists and performers from around the world will gather in Singapore to showcase the fusion of traditional and modern arts. There will be a wide variety of activities, including an international music competition, a dance competition, a painting competition, cultural exchange sessions, art sharing and interactive workshops.

In addition, the SICF will also organize tours to Singapore's iconic attractions such as the Singapore Botanic Gardens, Sentosa Island, Universal Studios, etc. to give participants an in-depth experience of Singapore's natural and cultural charms. The Festival's Awards Dinner will be attended by government officials and diplomats from around the world, adding an international flavor to the event.

Whether you are a professional artist or an art enthusiast, the Festival invites you to join us and showcase your talent with friends from around the world.

unmissable

Official Support: As part of the celebrations for Singapore's 60th anniversary and the 35th anniversary of diplomatic relations between China and Singapore, the awards dinner will be attended by Singaporean government ministers and members of parliament, the Chinese Ambassador to Singapore, and diplomats from various countries.

Global Cultural Exchange Platform: Bringing together young artists and performers from over 50 countries, the festival fosters mutual understanding and cultural integration through diverse artistic activities including music, dance, painting, and martial arts.

Cultural Interaction and Exchange: The festival features masterclasses, cultural workshops, and art sharing sessions, offering participants valuable opportunities for learning and interaction. They will also have the chance to visit top-ranking institutions such as the National University of Singapore (Ranked 8th globally) and the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (Ranked 3rd globally), enhancing international artistic exchange.

Diverse Award System: A wide range of awards will be presented across different categories to recognize outstanding performers and creators, encouraging artistic innovation and excellence.

Cultural Exploration in Singapore: Participants will tour iconic cultural sites in Singapore, such as the Singapore Botanic Gardens, Sentosa Island, and Universal Studios Singapore, gaining firsthand experience of the country’s unique blend of multicultural heritage and natural beauty.

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On behalf of the Organizing Committee, Mr. Hu Gang, Chairman of the Singapore International Cultural Festival (SICF), presented the mascot to H.E. Cao Zhongming, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Chinese Embassy in Singapore.

Honorary Support

Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth, Singapore
Chinese Embassy in Singapore
Embassy of Egypt in Singapore
Embassy of Myanmar in Singapore
Embassy of Oman in Singapore
Embassy of Indonesia in Singapore
Embassy of Qatar in Singapore
Singapore Wushu Dragon and Lion Dance Association
Singapore Chinese Cultural Center
Anhui Culture and Tourism Bureau
(Previous and Current)

Media Support

Singapore: Lianhe Zaobao, Straits Times , Business Times
Malaysia: Nanyang Siang Pau, Sin Chew,
Myanmar: Starlight
China: People's Daily, Xinhua News Agency, China News Service, Netease News, Sina Sports, Sohu Sports
Singapore Eye, Singapore All News, Chinese Headlines
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Minister for Education, Mr. Ong Ye Kung, delivered a speech at the Singapore International Cultural Festival Awards Dinner.

ELIGIBILITY

Culture and art lovers and professionals of all ages from all over the world

Cultural Category

Music: Western Musical Instruments, Chinese Musical Instruments, Modern and Electronic music, Vocal and Singing, etc.
Dance: Ballet, Jazz, Modern Dance, Street Dance, Chinese Dance (Classical Chinese Dance and Ethnic Folk Dance), Belly Dance, Original Dramas, etc.
Painting: Chinese Painting, Gouache, Watercolor, Oil Painting, Cartoon, Sketch, Pen Painting, Drawing, Pencil Painting, Crayon Painting, etc.
Speech: Mandarin Speech, English Speech, etc.
Martial Arts: Long Fist, Southern Fist, Taijiquan, Knife Fighting, Sword Fighting, Baton Fighting, Gun Fighting, Other Fist Fighting, Other Equipment, Sparring/Group Training, etc.

Activity Process

June 10, 2025: Deadline for registration of international participants;
July 15, 2025: Deadline for registration of local participants in Singapore;
August 13, 2025: Launch of the Singapore International Cultural Festival;
August 17, 2025: Awards Dinner;

Contact us for event details

We welcome inquiries from schools, training institutes, associations and other organizations in various countries:

WhatsApp / WeChat: +65 8136 2782
Email: [email protected]

(Individual registration channel will be opened at the end of May, stay tuned)