Singapore's highly anticipated Grand Prix Season Singapore (GPSS) is
set to return from 8 to 17 September 2023, offering an assortment of
precinct parties across multiple city locations and an array of
race-themed lifestyle experiences.
Dubbed the "Circuit of Festivity," GPSS 2023 brings distinct
race-themed experiences to four connected precincts: Orchard Road,
Clarke Quay, Kampong Gelam, and Sentosa. Each site hosts an array of
programmed events, showcasing unique activities that highlight the
precinct's distinct character.
At Orchard Road, the focal point, "Revolutions: The
GPSS Immersive Experience" by local artist Brandon Tay is an audiovisual
tribute capturing the spirit, achievements, and ambitions of GPSS. The
Orchard Pit Shops: GPSS Lifestyle Bazaar will showcase 24+ stalls of
local goods, food, music, and art. Design Orchard will curate exclusive
GPSS merchandise.
Clarke Quay's vibrant nightlife shifts into a
diverse entertainment hub with CQ Street Market's retail pop-ups. The
GPSS Fitness Fest by Les Mills merges fitness, music, and advanced tech.
Motorsport fans can join the Teleios Race Sims Grand Slam, while
OutDrive GP offers interaction with Formula 1 and Formula 2 drivers. The
area also hosts the Music Matters Live festival, featuring diverse
artists.
Kampong Gelam delivers a blend of cultural and
culinary experiences with multi-cultural performances and the GPSS Food
Park, providing an assortment of local and international cuisines.
Singapore Stories: Miniatures of the Past by artist Wilfred Cheah
showcases meticulously crafted miniatures depicting historical local
scenes, while the Haji Lane Blockbuster offers a musical escape.
Sentosa, reintroduced to GPSS, offers
island-exclusive experiences catering to families and beach enthusiasts.
The Siloso Beachwalk Bazaar encompasses dining, shopping, and roving
acts along Siloso Beach, and the GPSS Beach Feastable spotlights iconic
Singaporean culinary creations. Sentosa also features "Timeless Rides:
An Era of Vintage & Classic Cars," a display of rare automobiles
parading around the island.
Other noteworthy highlights of GPSS 2023 include:
A Project of Art in the Night Race: Organised in
collaboration with the Dino Zoli Foundation, this recycled art
exhibition repurposes former Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix floodlights
into captivating installations showcased at The Arts House.
Amber Lounge: A prominent post-race weekend
afterparty renowned for live performances by international artists,
providing a platform to engage with F1 drivers and celebrity guests
through theatrical cabaret and cirque-themed performances.
Licence to Feast: An exploration of diverse cuisines
across eight distinctive establishments under 1-Group, featuring brunch
and all-day race-themed specials.
Merli-Go-Round: Singapore Grand Prix 2023: A virtual
event accessible through the VisitSingapore mobile app, offering
virtual tours of Singapore's precincts, interactive activities at
Singapore Visitor Centres, and the opportunity to acquire exclusive GPSS
race-themed Merli merchandise.