Flipside

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Arts & CultureEsplanade
DatesDates TBACheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsFlipside stands apart from Singapore's
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: SGD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Flipside in Esplanade

Flipside is Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay's annual festival celebrating comics, animation, games, and pop culture, bringing together artist alleys, cosplay, panel talks, and screenings for fans across generations, usually held around August.

Flipside was launched by Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay to give comics, animation, gaming, and broader pop culture a dedicated home within Singapore's national performing arts centre, an unusual pairing that reflects Esplanade's broader strategy of expanding beyond traditional music, theatre, and dance programming into fan-driven creative communities.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

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The place changes

Flipside stands apart from Singapore's commercial anime and gaming conventions by being programmed inside a national performing arts institution rather than a trade-show hall, giving independent comic artists and small illustrators gallery-style visibility alongside panel discussions on pop culture and creative industries that a purely commercial convention would be less likely to prioritise

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

While rooted in global pop culture

Water and renewal

Living ritual

Flipside regularly features work by Singaporean and Southeast Asian comic artists and illustrators drawing on local folklore

The sacred route

Living ritual

multiracial identity

The local code

Living ritual

and everyday Singaporean life

Tradition 5

Living ritual

giving the festival a distinctly regional voice within an otherwise globally influenced fan culture space

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA

Getting around

For Flipside, choose the arrival point in Esplanade first, then work backward to transport and return timing.

What to wear

Casual wear or cosplay costumes are both welcome, since the festival actively encourages fan dress-up; comfortable footwear is useful for a day spent moving between artist alley tables...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Esplanade.

Tickets/cost

Official ticket link is available. Confirm access rules before booking.

Language/currency

SGD

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map1.29 N, 103.86 EOpen in Google Maps

Esplanade, Singapore, Singapore

TransportFor Flipside, choose the arrival point in Esplanade first, then work backward to transport and return timing.
Stay areaFor peak dates, book flexible lodging near reliable routes into and out of Esplanade.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Flipside?

Flipside is listed for Multiple months. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Flipside take place?

The festival is listed in Esplanade, Singapore. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Esplanade, Singapore, Singapore

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

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