6 Go Green SG Events Perfect for a Great Date
Love is about keeping the spark alive. Here are some of our favourite date ideas for an unforgettable bonding experience that also contributes to a sustainable cause!
1. Sunsets @ Sky Sprouts
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Date: 6, 8, 20, 22 July, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Admission: $68 | $120 per pair
Venue: Sky Sprouts, 896 Dunearn Rd
Organiser: City Sprouts
Enjoy delectable farm-to-table delicacies with your significant other at Sky Sprouts.
Tour the rooftop garden, learn about the sustainable practices that City Sprouts uses to grow their produce, and enjoy a farm-to-table salad made fresh from the garden.
Then kick back and relax with a beer tasting workshop led by CRUST, where you’ll get to savour their signature products like the Breaking Bread Ale and Mulberry Lime CROP soda, while also learning how their innovative beer is brewed from food waste.
Cap off the evening with a view of the breathtaking sunset over the city skyline.
How’s that for a perfect evening date? Click here for more information.
2. Biodiversity Tour @ Jurong Lake Gardens
Date: 29 July, 8:00 am and 8:15 am
Admission: Free (registration required)
Venue: Jurong Lake Gardens, Lakeside Garden
Organiser: National Parks Board
Jurong Lake Gardens is a 90-hectare garden with countless exploration opportunities for nature lovers. Embark on a tour of the enchanting facets of biodiversity found within and witness the captivating sights of the various rare birds and animals that visit this little slice of Eden.
This tour is perfect for nature enthusiasts, or for couples who are looking to go on a unique journey.
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3. Aquaponics Farm to Table Experience
Date: 3 - 16 July, 11:00 am - 1:30 pm
Admission: $55++
Venue: Fairmont Singapore & Swissôtel The Stamford
Organiser: RC Hotels Pte Ltd - Fairmont Singapore & Swissotel The Stamford
Looking for a unique gift for your significant other? How about preparing them a ‘vitality beverage’? Learn more about preparing your own and even bring home a house-made souvenir using the hotel’s aquaponics system! You can also purchase some fresh produce to whip up some home-made dishes for your family!
Round off this aquaponics culinary adventure with a specially curated (and delicious) 3-course lunch at The Stamford Brasserie, and you’ve got yourself a truly memorable date.
This aquaponics farm tour is not only a great way to spend time with your partner, but also check out sustainability in action! The urban farm both supports Singapore’s goal of producing 30% of its nutritional needs locally by 2030, and saves water too, as aquaponics uses 80-95% less water than traditional farming techniquesI
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4. Waters of Change Kayak Tour
Date: 15, 16 July, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Admission: $60-75
Venue: PAssion Wave @ Marina Bay
Organiser: Indie Singapore Tours LLP
If you’re a couple that loves the great outdoors, rejoice, because the Waters of Change Kayak Tour is perfect for you! This special-edition tour takes you on a journey through Singapore’s water sustainability story as you kayak through the beautiful Marina Bay.
Take in the stunning sights of the city skyline and the surrounding nature, and learn how Singapore has progressed from its early water-rationing days, to becoming increasingly self-sufficient today due to engineering breakthroughs such as the Marina Barrage and NEWater.
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5. GREEN-HOUSE
Date: 8 - 9 July, 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
Admission: Free
Venue: Castlery at Liat Towers
Organiser: Pass It On
Are you a pair of newlyweds looking for home furnishing ideas? This activity will be perfect for you. GREEN-HOUSE is an experiential shop-the-house retail event that invites visitors to discover a wide range of sustainable home and lifestyle products that are the perfect “green” additions to your new BTO. From sustainable foods and slow fashion to circular designed products and clean beauty, there is something for everyone at GREEN-HOUSE.
Participating brands are displayed in a home setting, so you can see how their products can be used in your daily life. This immersive experience not only makes sustainable living relatable, but also accessible to anyone looking to make a sustainable change to their home.
Visitors can also take part in workshops and talks about topics ranging from electric vehicles, textiles upcycling, vegetable-tanned leathers and tooling, to making your own natural deodorant, and more.
New to sustainable living? GREEN-HOUSE is a great place to start. Join Pass It On® and take that first step. Find more information here for more details.
6. Sustainable Hotel Building Tour and Afternoon Tea
Date: 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28 July, 2:00 pm
Admission: $38 ++ for tour & farm-to-bar mocktail | $78 ++ for tour, farm-to-table afternoon tea & farm-to-bar mocktail
Venue: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore
Organiser: PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay, Singapore
Go behind the scenes and learn how PARKROYAL COLLECTION Marina Bay implements sustainable initiatives to reduce waste and carbon emissions.
Explore the urban farm that supplies the hotel’s restaurants, bars, and spa with fresh, local ingredients and learn more about the hotel’s other sustainability efforts, like its water conservation program and use of recycled materials.
Treat your tastebuds to a refreshing farm-to-table Afternoon Tea at Portman’s Bar, made with the freshest ingredients harvested from the urban farm and a unique PARKROYAL farm-to-bar mocktail, made with fresh herbs and fruits from their very own garden.
This is a great date option for couples who are looking for something educational and fun.
Find more information here.