Welcome to i Light Singapore 2024, an event that celebrates sustainability and creativity through stunning light installations. For the first time, this festival of lights weaves through the historic yet dynamically modern precinct of Tanjong Pagar, celebrating the theme, “Cyclical Nature,” which champions sustainability woven through the fabric of art and culture.
Illuminate Your Senses at i Light Singapore 2024
A Spotlight on Tanjong Pagar
i Light Singapore 2024
2024 marks the 10th edition of this visionary festival, celebrating a decade of illuminating Singapore’s nightscape with sustainable light art installations. This year, the festival expands its canvas beyond its traditional base at Marina Bay to include other vibrant locations such as Tanjong Pagar. Each participating location is set to feature unique installations that highlight innovative uses of light and sustainable materials, inviting visitors from all over to experience the transformative power of art and light in urban spaces.
Tanjong Pagar: The New Canvas
As the newest co-host of i Light Singapore, Tanjong Pagar transforms into a canvas of light, showcasing its vibrant streets and storied buildings in new hues. The festival embraces this district’s spirit, making it a living gallery of light and life. In addition to the light art installations, Tanjong Pagar will also host a variety of activities and events that complement the visual spectacle.
These include interactive workshops, live performances, and themed markets that focus on sustainable living and local crafts. Visitors will have the opportunity to engage directly with the art, partake in community activities, and enjoy the culinary offerings from local food trucks, making Tanjong Pagar not just a venue for the festival, but a destination in itself during i Light Singapore 2024.
i Light Singapore 2024: Installations in Tanjong Pagar
Experience a variety of captivating installations in Tanjong Pagar:
Hidden Garden
Location: Tras Link Park
About the Installation: Hidden Garden portrays the resilience and harmony of nature within urban settings. Inflatable flowers attached to tree trunks illuminate the park, symbolizing the symbiotic relationship between the natural and the built environment. This installation celebrates biodiversity and the enduring vitality of nature amidst concrete.
About the Artists: Koros Design, led by Réka Magyar and Peter Koros, specialises in creating large luminous art installations using innovative materials and technologies. The studio’s work invites audiences to reconnect with nature through art that blends light, fabric, and digital design.
For more information, visit https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/installations/hidden-garden/
Kickit Team Tennis
Location: Discover Tanjong Pagar
Community Green
About the Installation: Inspired by the historic Barbican in Pécs, Hungary, Kickit Team Tennis reimagines tennis for team play. This interactive light art game fosters cooperation and interaction among participants, encouraging them to engage in friendly competition in a public space.
About the Artists: Limelight is a collective of artists known for their pioneering work in 3D projection mapping and immersive experiences. With a history of innovation, including setting a record for the brightest projector system in the U.S., Limelight also actively contributes to the global arts community through their curated events and educational programs.
For more information, visit https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/installations/kickit-team-tennis/
BottleBlooms
Location: Tanjong Pagar Park at Guoco Tower, Tras Link Park near Orchid Hotel Singapore
About the Installation: BottleBlooms showcases a vibrant display of solar-powered luminous plastic blossoms, crafted from approximately 1,500 upcycled polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles. This public collection drive involved the community efforts of Discover Tanjong Pagar, Cantonment Primary School, and City Sprouts. The installation challenges us to reconsider our consumption habits and highlights the transformative potential of recycled materials.
About the Artist: Yun is an industrial designer focused on consumer goods innovation. Her artwork, including previous installations like Moon Flower and The Rainbow Connection, has been featured internationally. Her work is driven by a commitment to create engaging and memorable experiences through art and design.
For more information, visit https://www.ilightsingapore.gov.sg/installations/bottle
blooms/
Community Green Market x Sunday Social
Dive into the heart of creativity and eco-consciousness at Tanjong Pagar this June. In a special collaboration with Sunday Social Market, Tanjong Pagar transforms into a bustling hub in celebration of local entrepreneurship. Join us for the much-anticipated Pop-up Street Market across two vibrant weekends.
Event Details
Dates: June 7-9 and June 14-16 | Time: 4 PM – 10 PM
Location: Discover Tanjong Pagar Community Green, nestled between Tras St, Wallich St, and Peck Seah St
Admission: Free
What to Expect
The market features over 20 curated local brands each weekend, handpicked by Sunday Social Market to offer an eclectic mix of eco-friendly products and creations. From upcycled fashion and artisanal crafts to organic food and beauty essentials, there’s something for everyone.
Nomad Solar Sound | Green Entertainment
Experience the future of green entertainment with Nomad Solar Sound, Singapore’s first integrated solar-powered sound system. This innovative DJ booth is not only sustainable but also doubles as an art installation, decorated with lights and upcycled plastic bottles.
Event Highlights
- Get adorned with exquisite Jagua ink temporary tattoos.
- Participate in a Guasha workshop by Fawn Labs.
- Enjoy the outdoors with a picnic, and bring your furry friends along—this event is pet-friendly!
This marketplace promises a fusion of eco-consciousness, artistic expression, and community engagement. Bring your friends and family for two unforgettable weekends filled with music, food, art, and so much more.
i Light Festival Exclusive Promotions
Visit i Light Singapore 2024 official website for a complete list of participating vendors and their exclusive offers!
Upcoming Surprise Giveaway
Here’s a little secret. Follow us on Instagram and stay tuned for exciting giveaway throughout this and beyond Festival!
Date & Time
i Light Singapore 2024 at Tanjong Pagar
| Date: 31 May – 23 June
| Time: 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM (Extended to 12:00AM on Fridays and Saturdays)
Community Green Market
| Date: 7 – 9 June & 14 – 16 June
| Time: 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM