With COVID-19 taking the world by storm, safety measures have heightened tenfold to put a halt on the spread of the virus. Unfortunately, most physical events have been cancelled according to MOH’s safety guidelines. The good news is now, the activities you can catch in April are not only online—but also international.
You can now attend classes and events either local or all around the world from the comfort of your home. To get you started, here are 15 Events you can catch in April despite the coronavirus.
1. LiveStream Concerts
If you’ve had your concerts cancelled because of the pandemic outbreak, fret no more. Songkick’s online streaming site lets you catch different concerts daily from all around the world. They compile live-streams from various artists globally and update their site regularly.
With that, you get to catch performances that range across all music groups from EDM to orchestra. Not only do you get to enjoy this music in real-time, but possibly discover new genres you might learn to love.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: Free
Songkick | Website | Facebook | Instagram
2. Zouk X Razer Online Clubbing
Razer, Zouk Group, and Bigo Live are joining forces to bring closed-door DJ sets played at Zouk Singapore to ravers. With the launch of ‘Cloudclubbing’, viewers can interact with the DJs via the live stream chat, as well as utilise Bigo Live’s functions such as sending virtual gifts with virtual credits.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Singapore government to support the fight against COVID-19. Don’t let the virus be a wet-blanket for your activities but do remember to be socially responsible while you’re having fun.
Date & Time: Across April, Starts at 8 pm
Price: Admission is free
Zouk X Razer | Website | Facebook | Instagram
3. Bluprint
Bluprint is a premium subscription streaming service for all your passions and hobbies. For a limited time, you can gain access to thousands of hours of video content with experts from around the world discussing your favourite topics for free. They offer beginner to advanced guides for various activities such as baking, embroidery, and even quilting. Since you’ll eventually run out of things to do at home, now’s a great time to pick up and develop a new hobby.
Date & Time: Until 9 April 2020, anytime
Price: Free
Bluprint | Website | Facebook | Instagram
4. Home Bazaar Raya
Bummed that the Ramadhan bazaars are cancelled? I have just the solution for you. With the fasting month beginning on 24th April 2020, the Stay at Home Bazaar Raya is a virtual bazaar experience that aims to liven up the Raya spirit and support local businesses that were affected by the cancellations. Keep your eyes glued on their Instagram for more updates as they try to gather as many local stalls as possible to revive the excitement of the Ramadhan Bazaars.
Date & Time: TBC
Price: Admission is free
Home Bazaar Raya | Instagram
5. boOm Online Workout Sessions
boOm is a functional fitness brand that centres its programming around inclusivity and accessibility. They’ve become even more accessible now with the provision of online workout sessions that you can view on their IGTV.
If you’ve been too afraid of embarrassing yourself at a workout class, now’s your shot at attending it from the safety and comfort of your room. There are plenty of workouts available for you to choose from that varies according to your level of experience and the type of training you intend to do.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: Free
boOm Online Workout Sessions | Website | Facebook | Instagram
6. Macpherson Virtual Music Festival
Don’t miss out on your chance to #supportlocal despite the COVID-19 chaos. Geylang East Grove RC is giving you the unique opportunity to catch a night of live performances online by local musicians. This socially safe concert will air on their Facebook live-streaming platform and is available for viewers everywhere. There’s no official line-up on talents that’ll be making an appearance during the live-stream, so tune-in to the to find out who’s performing.
Date & Time: 4 April 2020, 7 pm to 9 pm
Price: Free
Macpherson Virtual Music Festival | Website | Facebook |
7. Twilight: Flea & Feast Online
Inspired by the Australian hawkers’ markets, TWILIGHT: Flea & Feast usually houses plenty of street food, live performances, flea market, movie screenings, grooming services and children’s activities. This year, they’re taking it online—bringing you everything you love about Twilight to your fingertips. With your favourite brands such as Soul Singapore, Knick Knack and Dainty Dangles offering their products on a single platform, you’d be spoilt for choice without even having to leave your home.
Date & Time: April 6, 10 am to April 18, 11.59 pm
Price: Admission is free
Twilight: Flea & Feast Online | Website | Facebook | Instagram
8. Aaptiv Workouts
Aaptiv is an audio-based fitness workout application. It’s perfect if you’re not a visual person—or if you just can’t figure out a good setup angle for your laptop screen. Since it’s audio-only, all you need is the app and some headphones to get going. You can use it to access different workouts and guided fitness courses anywhere—be it at home or at the gym. There are thousands of options available, so it’s just a matter of filtering for skill level, workout style, and duration.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: S$19.98 monthly or S$138.98 yearly with a free 7-day trial
Aaptiv | Website | Facebook | Instagram
9. Broadway HD
BroadwayHD is an on-demand digital streaming media company that records and distributes live theatre performances and previously recorded theatrical productions through their platform. The company offers a plethora of content—from your usual Broadway Classics to the standard Shakespearean plays. If you’re a fan of the arts, then this will surely keep you entertained while you’re home the whole day.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: S$12.85 monthly, S$142.88 yearly (both inclusive of a 7-day free trial)
Broadway HD | Website | Facebook | Instagram
10. Udemy Courses
Udemy is an online learning platform with over 100,000 online video classes aimed to cater to professional adults and students. While you’re serving your stay-home notice, take this chance to attend online courses for skills such as coding, web-development or even drone photography for as low as S$15. Though confined to the physical space of your own home, the opportunities to learn are limitless with this e-learning site.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: Prices start at S$14.99
Udemy | Website | Facebook | Instagram
11. GamesBeat Summit 2020
In this year’s first-ever digital GamesBeat Summit, video game enthusiasts can enjoy access to live-streamed and recorded talks by powerhouses in the gaming industry such as Mari Takahashi, the co-founder of Smosh Games and Josh Yguado, the President and co-founder of Jam City. They also enjoy the opportunity to engage in intimate breakout sessions, networking roundtables, and much more. Registration is free but slots are limitedーso be quick to claim your spot and discover a whole new world of virtual experiences for free from home.
Date & Time: April 28 12 am to April 29 8 am
Price: Admission is free
GamesBeat Summit 2020 | Website | Facebook
12. Virtual AI Expo @ ODSC East 2020
The Virtual AI Expo offers a unique opportunity for you to access and interact with the leading AI solution providers. Engage with multiple vendors to find your next AI solution and discover more about artificial intelligence in our world today and how it’s integrated into our daily lives through different manners.
Attendees get direct access to over 25 virtual booths of Expo Partners such as Microsoft Azure and Huawei who will open the doors of artificial intelligence to you across different sectors such as healthcare, climate and retail. You can also enjoy product demo videos, downloadable product materials and live chats—all in one space and just a click away.
Date & Time: 16 April 10 pm to 17 April 6.30 am
Price: Free
Virtual AI Expo @ ODSC East 2020 | Website | Facebook
13. Fender Play
Fender is the world’s largest guitar manufacturer. The American icon was founded in Southern California and has established a worldwide influence that extends from the studio to the stage—and beyond. Now, since everyone is spending more time indoors, the company has started a special promotion.
Fender is now offering 3-months worth of free guitar, bass and ukulele lessons. The classes enable you to watch bite-sized lessons and track your progress. You’ll also be able to practice any time, anywhere, on any device.
Date & Time: Across April, anytime
Price: Free for 3 months
Fender Play | Website | Facebook | Instagram
14. Allthetalks.online
Allthetalks.online is a collaborative effort of speakers, organizers and sponsors from around the world to provide a platform for individuals from differing backgrounds globally to speak out and spread a message of unity even though the COVID-19 situation has prevented people from gathering in large groups in real life.
Those who attend the event will obtain access to panels and activities while raising funds to assist select charities benefiting virus victims. This is the perfect opportunity to come together and emerge stronger than before despite all the chaos occurring around the world.
Date & Time: 15 April 5 pm to 16 April 4.59 pm
Price: Free
Allthetalks.online | Website
15. Dylan Ayaloo Training Academy Yoga Class
Dylan Ayaloo is a transformation leader, international yoga teacher as well as trainer. In light of the COVID-19 situation, he is releasing a two-hour live-online yoga class followed by an hour of meditation. All you need for the yoga session is a space to practice, and a mobile device to access the live-streamed class. Take this opportunity to calm yourself down from the mass hysteria that’s arising globally and stay fit from home.
Date & Time: 25 April, 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm
Price: S$35.50
Dylan Ayaloo Yoga Class |Website | Facebook | Instagram
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