Singapore’s Grand Prix Season is revving back into action, and CQ @ Clarke Quay is firing on all cylinders with HIT THE APEX, presented by StarHub. From 26 September to 5 October 2025, Clarke Quay transforms into a high-octane playground where music, racing, and nightlife collide, and all for free.

The Grand Prix has always been about the roar of engines and more – it’s about the energy, the spectacle, and the lifestyle. This year, Clarke Quay takes that spirit off the track and into the heart of the city, promising 10 adrenaline-charged days of live entertainment, immersive racing challenges, and Instagram-worthy experiences.

At the heart of the festival is the 20th edition of Music Matters Live, the flagship music showcase of GPSS. Over 42 emerging artists from 18 countries will light up Clarke Quay with free performances. Expect chart-ready stars and hidden gems, from Filipino heartthrob James Reid to J-Pop sensations PSYCHIC FEVER, Australian pop artist Go-Jo, rising Singaporean rapper ABANGSAPAU, and many more.

Themed nights like J Pop Matters, Girls’ Night Out, and Sounds Australia will keep the tempo fresh, making Clarke Quay the city’s hottest live music destination this race season.

For those who live and breathe racing, the GPSS Apex League by OutDrive GP brings the thrill of competition to Clarke Quay. Test your skills on six professional-grade simulators, go head-to-head in public challenges, or watch pro drivers and streamers battle it out in live exhibition races.

Meanwhile, collectors and kids-at-heart will love the Hot Wheels Pocket Pitstop, where exclusive F1-inspired die-cast cars, interactive tracks, and an optical illusion photo zone await. It’s part shopping spree, part nostalgia trip, and fully Instagrammable.

CQ Fountain Square will buzz from day to night with Caffeine and Bass | Night Drift. By day, sip experimental brews like Orange Maple Matcha while grooving to chill beats from boutique collective Beans and Beats. By night, the energy surges with DJ-led parties, neon visuals, and Harry’s iconic bar bites—paired with Heineken pours, Monster Vodka cocktails, or alcohol-free craft beers for the sober-curious crowd.

The best part? Getting home is as smooth as a pit stop. Clarke Quay has teamed up with Grab to offer $8 off late-night rides from 2am–5am on Fridays and Saturdays (promo code: CQ8Night).

With a mix of music, racing, nightlife, and family-friendly experiences, HIT THE APEX is shaping up to be the ultimate lifestyle festival of the Grand Prix Season. Whether you’re here for the music, the merch, or the midnight parties, Clarke Quay is ready to fuel your race week with unforgettable energy.

HIT THE APEX takes place from 26 September – 5 October 2025 at CQ @ Clarke Quay, Fountain Square. More information available here