Sentosa is going big – and bold – with a new island-wide showcase, Peranakan Reimagined, in collaboration with Mount Faber Leisure Group.
Running until 31 August 2025, the immersive celebration marks both Singapore’s 60th birthday and the 10th anniversary of the Sentosa Cable Car Line.
The Peranakan community (descendants of early Chinese, Malay, Indian, and European settlers) is renowned for its intricate beadwork, flamboyant fashion, ornate homes, and delicious cuisine (think spicy laksa and kueh lapis). In Singapore, they’ve long been part of the nation’s cultural fabric, and this showcase brings their legacy to life in the most Instagram-worthy way.
At the centre of the celebration is Sensoryscape, now transformed into a vibrant playground of larger-than-life displays, traditional crafts, live music and dazzling lights – all with a Peranakan twist.
Tactile Trellis at Sensoryscape has been given a makeover with oversized beaded slippers, vibrant motifs, and playful textures that celebrate heritage through bold, interactive design elements. Photo Credit: Sentosa Development Corporation
“We chose the award-winning Sensoryscape as the heart of this celebration because it is a special place designed to ignite the senses,” said Thien Kwee Eng, CEO of Sentosa Development Corporation.
From a towering 7.2-metre-tall Peranakan house that lights up at night, to kaleidoscopic panels inspired by kasut manek beadwork and cheeky photo ops with oversized teapots and wedding baskets, there’s no shortage of Instagrammable moments.
For those eager to immerse themselves fully, visitors can rent a traditional Peranakan kebaya outfit at the Sentosa Shop @ Sensoryscape. For S$48 (adults) or S$38 (children), guests receive a two-hour rental of a beautifully embroidered kebaya set, complete with complimentary inner wear and a choice of props like a fan or umbrella, perfect for capturing memorable photos against the kaleidoscopic backdrops of Sensoryscape.
The cable cars are adorned with colourful Peranakan-inspired decals. Photo Credit: Mount Faber Leisure Group
Meanwhile, the Sentosa Cable Car cabins have received a makeover inspired by Koon Seng Road’s iconic shophouses. Designed with input from The Intan Peranakan Home Museum, these pastel-hued cabins let guests soar above the island while enjoying a flying dose of heritage.
These life-sized tiffin carriers at Sentosa were created in collaboration with The Intan Peranakan Home Museum. Photo Credit: Mount Faber Leisure Group
Over at Siloso Point, life-sized tiffin carriers and kuehs vividly celebrate Peranakan cuisine, while weekend workshops invite visitors to get crafty with hands-on activities like mini clay kueh-making and embroidery.
“What truly made it meaningful was the people,” Thien shared. “The Peranakan community generously lent its expertise, stories and artifacts helping us honour the past while creating something new.”
For culture-hungry tourists, this is heritage with a modern twist – and an opportunity to engage with one of Singapore’s most iconic communities in a playful, immersive setting.