(Singapore, 12 May 2026) GastroBeats, Singapore’s largest food and music festival, returns to the Bayfront Event Space this June bigger, bolder and more immersive than ever, to celebrate its fifth anniversary. Taking place from 5 to 28 June 2026, the festival will once again bring together over three weeks of food, music, and community-driven experiences against the backdrop of Marina Bay. 

As the official Festival Village of i Light Singapore, GastroBeats 2026 will feature a dynamic lineup of over 40 food vendors and live acts, alongside curated activation zones spanning family-friendly play areas, pickleball courts, and an all-new elevated dining experience with GastroBeats Spotlights. Visitors to the festival can also look forward to brand-led experiences by Coca-Cola, Carlsberg, EPIC, Tiger Brokers, and Zouk, each contributing to the vibrant, multi-sensory landscape that defines GastroBeats. 

Dubbed The People’s Festival, GastroBeats was conceived as a space for Singaporeans and visitors alike to come together and experience the best of the city’s diverse sub-cultures. This anniversary edition will see the return of foodie favourites such as Jett Barbecue, The Meatmen Channel, Slurp Your Oysters, and Papi’s Tacos, alongside a new wave of artists taking on Singapore’s evolving music scene together with much-loved local bands 53A and SuperSonic. 

“When we first launched GastroBeats, we knew that we wanted this to be so much more than just a festival. We were trying to create a space where Singaporeans and visitors from all walks of life could come together to have a good time — it was as simple as that. I’m proud to see how much GastroBeats has grown and excited to meet the community who gathers at our 5th birthday festival,” said Jin Wei Toh, CEO of The Wolfpack Group. (right).

A New Chapter In Festival Dining: GastroBeats Spotlights @ The Enclave

Making its debut this year is GastroBeats Spotlights, a curated collection housed in The Enclave at GastroBeats designed for a more refined festival experience. Anchored by brands from within The Wolfpack ecosystem as well as partners from the industry, this zone brings together contemporary concepts and elevated interpretations of familiar favourites, all within a setting designed to give festival-goers a brand new experience never-before presented at the event.

Guests can look forward to a modern take on Singaporean fare by a newcomer to the local food scene, rice.; approachable French bistro classics by The Plump Frenchman by Zouk; bold Japanese-inspired plates by Neon Pigeon; and comforting renditions of The Meatmen Channel’s most popular recipes. To round off this enhanced zone, festival goers can look forward to an in-zone acoustic stage that will host live performances every Friday through Sunday for a more relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere within the festival grounds.

For parents wanting to take some time to themselves to enjoy the festivities, a dedicated Kids Zone, located conveniently next to The Enclave, will keep kids entertained while parents enjoy food and music stress-free.

Nurturing The Next Generation: GastroBeats 

Mentorship Programmes Beyond the festivities, GastroBeats continues to invest in the future of Singapore’s creative and culinary landscape through its mentorship initiatives. The GastroBuds programme by The Meatmen Channel returns with a fresh cohort of emerging F&B brands, building on the success of past participants such as Aunty Siam, Kai Udon, SG Umami, and Jiaxiang.

Homecooked Food

This year’s lineup features Tonda Pizza and Girthy Corndogs—young brands that have a platform to grow, experiment, and connect with new audiences. On the music front, the GIG-ers, championed by Sony Music, introduces a structured mentorship programme for aspiring Singaporean musicians. Guided by industry mentors Jason Yu, Oakë, and Evan Chan, participants underwent three months of technical training at Sony’s studios and will perform live on the GastroBeats stage, marking a significant step in their music careers.

A Feast For the Senses: Food, Drink and Music Share the Stage

GastroBeats 2026 will also host 36 food vendors, offering everything from street food favourites to contemporary bites. New entrants like Sea High, Khao Bowl, KORIO and Sugar Mama Lah will bring interesting takes on familiar flavours, from hearty plates of sambal stingray and nasi lemak to decadent sweet treats like tiramisu and souffle pancakes.

Jett Barbecue will return with its iconic Dino Ribs and will give out 750 free Smoked Beef Cheek Burgers on the first three days of GastroBeats. 

Complementing the food offerings is an exciting drinks programme, with bars stationed throughout the festival grounds. Visitors can enjoy pours from Carlsberg, 1664, Connor’s Stout, and Somersby in its dedicated activation spaces and at the The Enclave bar experience.

Music remains at the heart of GastroBeats, with a robust lineup of live performances set to energise the festival across its three-week run. In addition to the Sony Music mentorship showcases, audiences can look forward to performances by known and loved local bands, including crowd favourites 53A, Jive Talkin’ and and Supersonic amongst many others. 

More Than A Festival: Immersive Brand Activationsa and Experiences 

Beyond food and music, GastroBeats 2026 offers a slew of entertainment and interactive experiences to cater to a wide variety of ages and interests. Zouk Singapore will run a pop-up from 5 to 28 June, bringing together familiar elements from the brand including Phuture and Velvet Underground from Jiak Kim, alongside the iconic Sour Plum Shot experience and a selection of cocktails and beverages at the experience.

Pickleball enthusiasts will have a chance to book courts at the EPIC Pickleball Zone, while foodies can take advantage of the Tiger Brokers Dining Zone and enjoy a $3 discount with a minimum spend of $20 at any F&B booth with a Tiger BOSS Debit Card. 

At Coca-Cola’s Zone, chope tasty moments with Coke and stand a chance to win exclusive merchandise while immersing in exciting activities and savouring meal moments with an ice-cold Coke!

Festival-goers can duck into a themed photobooth experience by Solace Studios to capture cool memories of their time at GastroBeats 2026. A pet-friendly zone by Income Insurance Singapore where paw-rents can bring their furbabies for a night out and immersive brand experiences by Carlsberg, 1664, Connor’s Stout, and Somersby round up the festival’s offerings.

Admission to GastroBeats is free and open for families and furkids to join.

Follow GastroBeats on Instagram (@gastrobeatssg) and Facebook (gastrobeats.sg) for the latest updates or visit the festival website www.gastrobeats.com.sg for more information.

Dates: 5 – 28 June 2026

Venue: Bayfront Event Space

For Singapore Directions visit gastrobeats.com.sg/about-gastrobeats/

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