Singapore is about to raise its cocktail game in style. From 9–14 June 2026, the inaugural Singapore Cocktail Crossover (SGCX) invites locals and visitors to experience drinks like never before, blending cocktails with art, music, fashion, and food across the city.

Unlike traditional festivals confined to a single venue, SGCX transforms Singapore itself into a stage. Guided by its tagline, “Cocktails x Lifestyle – As One,” the event turns neighbourhood bars and heritage districts into hubs of interactive experiences, from pop-ups and takeovers to immersive workshops and live performances. “SGCX is about bringing cocktails into a wider lifestyle context, creating a platform that feels open, dynamic, and reflective of how people experience culture today,” share the founders.

The six-day event unfolds in two distinct phases:

Phase One (9–12 June): A rolling programme across the city’s heritage districts where bars, guest bartenders, and lifestyle partners collaborate to create unique experiences. Think cocktail-and-food pairings, spirits-meet-art showcases, and sensory workshops accompanied by live music — each designed to spotlight creativity and innovation while celebrating Singapore’s rich hospitality scene.

Phase Two (13–14 June): The grand finale takes place at the newly opened METT Singapore, a venue offering a refined backdrop for socialising, tasting, and connecting. Here, guests can sip their way through a curated selection of world-class bars, including:

• Bar Leone (Hong Kong) – No.1 World’s 50 Best Bars 2025
• Zest (Seoul) – No.16 World’s 50 Best Bars 2025
• Hope & Sesame (Guangzhou) – No.29 World’s 50 Best Bars 2025
• Sip and Guzzle (New York City) – No.39 World’s 50 Best Bars 2025
• Drywave Cocktail Studio (Bangkok) – No.5 Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2025

From award-winning mixology to artful presentations, the festival promises a sensory journey where cocktails are just the beginning.

The festival is led by four industry heavyweights who embody Singapore’s cocktail evolution:

• Vijay Mudaliar – Founder of Native and Analogue Initiative, recognised as one of Asia’s most forward-thinking voices in mixology.
• Peter Chua – Director of Composed Concepts and veteran of Singapore’s bar scene, shaping venues like Night Hawk.
• Henry Stonham – Former Project Lead of Bar Convent Singapore, connecting local talent with global bartending communities.
• Caryn Cheah – Founder of Lil Big, specialising in event strategy and luxury experiences across the globe.

Together, they aim to make SGCX a space “by the community, for the community,” highlighting both established and emerging talent while expanding how Singaporeans experience cocktails.

SGCX is more than just drinks. It’s a cultural arena where cocktails intersect with music, art, fashion, and food. Attendees can expect immersive experiences, from live performances and design installations to collaborations that blend taste with creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned cocktail aficionado or a curious first-timer, SGCX offers a welcoming, approachable introduction to the city’s evolving cocktail culture.

With support from global spirits brands such as The Orientalist Spirits, William Grant & Sons, Remy Cointreau, Suntory, Brown-Forman, Campari, Singha, and Perrier, the festival also highlights Singapore’s growing role as a hub for Asia-Pacific cocktail culture.

Mark your calendars. From neighbourhood pop-ups to a grand finale at METT Singapore, the Singapore Cocktail Crossover promises a week of flavour, creativity, and connection, all served in a glass.

Singapore Cocktail Crossover 2026 runs from 9th to 14th June 2026. For more information, or to register interest, visit sgcx.sg or follow @sgcx.sg on Instagram for updates.