Films festivals that take place beyond the traditional cinema space have certainly been revived (think last month’s Hendrick’s Sunset Cinema) and now the beloved Films at the Fort makes a return for an eighth edition. Presented by Casillero del Diablo, there are a total of 11 films to choose from, ranging from the wildly acclaimed, mind-bending Michelle Yeoh vehicle Everything Everywhere All At Once (pictured) to the award-winning poignant family drama Petite Maman, directed by Celine Sciamma (of Portrait of a Lady on Fire fame), as well as evergreen classics like Forrest Gump. Aside from the films, there’ll be DJs and instrumentalists playing once doors open at 5pm until the feature film begins at dusk (7:45pm), while you can also pick up a gourmet dinner and drinks at the on-site bar. Get your tickets here.

On now till August 21 at Fort Canning Green (within Fort Canning Park)

Now here’s a collaboration worth checking out for the foodies: Park Bench Deli has teamed up with speakeasy bar 28 HongKong Street to introduce Deli Monday, in which the popular American sandwich shop will be doing a special takeover every Monday throughout August. Here’s what’s on the menu: there’s Pastrami Reuben Bombolini, Ebi Sandwich, Fried Mezze and Cup Noodles – essentially well-executed comfort food that’s come to be known as Park Bench Deli’s signatures. Given the popularity of both joints, reservations are required –get a spot here. 

Every Monday in August, 6pm to midnight, 28 HongKong Street

Batik as an art form has long roots; some of the earliest examples go back centuries but a new showcase here is attempting to meld tradition with contemporary sensibilities. Titled Fashioning Batik, the showcase is presented by Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) and Indonesian batik powerhouse BINhouse and features some 32 designs by current students and graduates of NAFA.

Using fabrics provided by BINhouse, the students and emerging designers put their own spin on the art form by using new textures, materials and motifs that are atypical of traditional batik textiles, such as the incorporation of materials like Lycra spandex, wool-blend tweed and vegetable-tanned calf leather. The styling, silhouettes and use of techniques like crocheting add a further contemporary touch, expanding the possibilities of batik into the realm of everyday wear.

Fashioning Batik is the latest endeavour at ACM that champions cross-cultural design, partnering with the wider fashion community (such as the ongoing #SGFASHIONNOW exhibition) to tell the rich, cosmopolitan heritage of Singapore and the region through batik. This also marks the first partnership between the museum and NAFA in the fashion realm.

On now till Oct 2 at the Level 2 Foyer at Asian Civilisations Museum