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If you’re looking for a weekend plan that feels festive, meaningful, and just a little magical, the Asian Civilisations Museum (ACM) has you covered.
Happening this weekend from 5 to 7 December 2025, Crossing Cultures at ACM: Endings and Beginnings invites you to slow down, reflect, and celebrate the transition into a brand new year - through games, food, performances, wellness rituals, and cultural traditions from across Asia.
It’s one of those events where you can drop by casually… and end up staying for hours. And the best part is that most activities are free!
What Is Crossing Cultures at ACM?
Inspired by objects from ACM’s galleries, Crossing Cultures explores Asia’s rich intangible heritage - from food traditions and craftsmanship to performing arts, wellness practices, and year-end rituals.
For one weekend only, the museum transforms into a lively space filled with:
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Mahjong tables and game nights
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Fortune reading and lucky charms
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Fire and dance performances under the night sky
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Hands-on workshops to reset your mind (and body) before 2026
It’s a beautiful mix of play, culture, reflection, and celebration that's perfect for friends, couples, and even multi-generation families.
Activities
Mahjong, Matcha & Mimosas (Friday Night Fun)
Kick off the weekend with Happy Hour at ACM, where mahjong meets matcha (or champagne). Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned player, Mahjong Lah makes the game fun, friendly, and easy to learn. Expect:
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Beginner crash courses
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Social game tables
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Fun challenges with prizes
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A free glass of champagne or Tsujiri matcha ice cream
📅 Friday, 5 Dec | 6pm – 10pm
📍 Lobby, Level 1
🎟 $10 refundable deposit (ages 18+)
Curious About 2026? Get Your Fortune Read
Ever wondered what the year ahead might bring?
Drop by ACM over the weekend for personalised fortune readings, including:
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Tarot
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Aura reading
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Palm reading
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Hindu astrology
Whether you believe in destiny or just love the experience, it’s a fun way to reflect and set intentions for the new year.
📅 6–7 Dec | 4pm – 8pm
📍 Lobby, Level 1
🎟 Free with All-Access museum admission
Make Your Own Lucky Charm
Create something meaningful to carry into 2026.
Snap a photo of an auspicious object in ACM’s galleries and personalise your very own lucky charm — whether you’re wishing for love, health, prosperity, or adventure.
📅 6–7 Dec | 4pm – 9pm
📍 Lobby, Level 1
🎟 Free with All-Access museum admission
Game Nights at the Foyer
Board games + friends + laughter = the perfect year-end vibe.
ACM’s foyer turns into a giant game night, featuring everything from classics to modern favourites, hosted by Singapore’s vibrant board-gaming community. Come with friends or arrive solo and make new ones.
📅 6–7 Dec | 4pm – 9pm
📍 Foyer, Level 2
🎟 Free
Performances Under the Night Sky
The Ancient Fires by Starlight Alchemy
A mesmerising fire performance symbolising purification, protection, and new beginnings. Across Asia, fire has long been part of year-end rituals and this performance brings that tradition beautifully to life.
📅 6–7 Dec | 7pm
📍 ACM Green
🎟 Free
Thai Blessing Dance Performance
Graceful movements, sacred gestures, and a powerful blessing ritual to cleanse the old year and welcome positive energy into the new.
📅 6–7 Dec | 6pm
📍 ACM Green
🎟 Free
Workshops for a Thoughtful Reset
If you’re ready to end the year feeling calm, grounded, and intentional, these registered workshops are worth booking:
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Ayurveda: The Art of Slow Living
Learn simple Ayurvedic head massage techniques to release stress and reset.
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Lucky Foods Around Asia
Hands-on dumpling making, sweet tang yuan, and the stories behind auspicious Chinese dishes.
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Reflection Circles: I See • I Feel • I Am
A powerful closing ritual with meditation, intuitive art, journaling, and a soothing sound bath.
Perfect if you’re craving a gentler, more meaningful year-end experience.
Bonus Treat: Free Tsujiri Mochi Ice Cream
Yes, there’s dessert — and it’s lucky too! Enjoy matcha ice cream topped with mochi, symbolising prosperity and longevity for the year ahead.
🎟 Free for early visitors (limited quantities daily). While stocks last.
*This food item is not halal certified but does not contain pork, lard, or alcohol.
Whether you:
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Love mahjong and board games
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Want to manifest good vibes for 2026
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Enjoy cultural performances under the stars
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Or just want a meaningful weekend date idea
This is one of those “wander in, feel inspired, leave refreshed” kind of events. If you’re around town this weekend, this one’s truly worth checking out! ✨
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