Yep, it's in South Korea!

And if you're interested in representing Singapore at the 2026 Kpop World Festival, Dance Dance Hallyu is where you need to be.

The search for Singapore's best is on! Whether you’re a powerhouse dance crew or a vocal soloist, this is your moment to shine. 🌟

Step up to the stage for a chance to:
• Win attractive prizes
• Represent Singapore on the global stage in South Korea

📅 Qualifiers: 16 May | 🕘 9am-7pm
📅 Finals: 27 Jun
📍 *SCAPE Ground Theatre, L2
⌛️ Registration Deadline: 9 May
📝 Presented by: *SCAPE

YOUNNOVATE Hackathon
 
Want to use AI to make meaningful social impact? This event aims to empower young women to do so! 
 
The hackathon will cultivate social awareness and entrepreneurial thinking by challenging you to design technopreneurial solutions that address real-world problems tied to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDG). 
 
You’ll be working in groups to come up with solutions, so grab your friends and innovate together!
 
📅 4-5 Jun
🕘 9am-5pm
📍 Science Centre Singapore
📝 Organised by: Y:WAIT (Young Women in AI and Technology)
💪 Supported by: National Youth Council

Youthopia, our content creation platform, is back with the Top 5 posts from April!

We’ve rounded up the ones that got you all talking; the ones you saved, shared, and sent to your group chats at 2am.

Tired but Wired
Doomscrolling isn't rest! Here's what to do instead. 😵‍💫

All Aboard!
New friends and adventures await you at the Ship for Southeast Asian and Japanese Youth Programme! 🌏

How to Make the Most of out Orientation
Starting poly soon? Here's how to find your people. 🎒

Malay Heritage Centre Reopening
MHC is back and better. Come check out the highlights here. 🔥

MoneyOwl x Reach Career to Keys Voxpop
Thinking of getting a house in the future? Here's how to start saving for a BTO now! 🏠💸

Career Panel: Law & Government 101 ⚖️🏛️

Ever wondered what it’s really like to shape policies or navigate the legal landscape?

Join Praxium for an open dialogue with professionals from the Prime Minister’s Office, the Singapore Police Force, and the international corporate world as they share their journeys in law and public governance.

• Gain real insights into the daily responsibilities and challenges of the legal and public sectors 👀
• Discover diverse career pathways across law, policy, and investigation 🛣️
• Understand how decision-making at high levels impacts Singapore’s society 💥

📅 16 May
🕘 2pm–4pm
📍 National Library Building, Level 7 (Launch Room)
📝 Organised by: Praxium

Check out these upcoming programmes from @YouthCorpsSG and find a cause that speaks to you:

KidsLearn 📚

Bridging Generations 🤝🏻

Hearts Connect 🫶🏻

Mission X (Poly) Jun 2026 🤩

Coding Games For Kids 🙌

A Walk to Remember - Children's Museum 🥰

Claude Code Workshop: YTSG x SYAI Monthly AI Meetup May 2026 🤖💻

Learn how to build real products by integrating AI into your development workflow! This hands-on workshop demonstrates how developers use Claude Code to build projects efficiently, integrate AI subagents, and automate repetitive tasks.

• Build a live MicroSaaS MVP from scratch in under 2 hours
• Integrate MCP (Model Context Protocol) into real development workflows
• Use AI subagents to delegate tasks and speed up your coding
• Set up custom AI rules and project skills for smarter development

BONUS: Get $10 Claude Code credits for immediate hands-on use 🎁

Note: Participants should have basic software development experience (Git and Node.js) and are required to bring their own laptop.

📅 16 May
🕐 2pm-5pm
📍 *SCAPE
📝 Organised by: YTSG and SGYAI

Your next chance to make an impact is here! Explore these upcoming volunteering opportunities and exciting programmes from @YouthCorpsSG:

Healthiverse - Bukit Canberra 🌳

Mission X (Poly) Jun 2026 🤩

Hearts Connect 🫶

YOLDEN Seniors Outing - Moral Home (6 Jun 2026) 🏠

Coding Games for Kids 🙌

A Walk to Remember - Children's Museum 🥰

Not sure what to do when someone is injured and want to help? The SCDF EMS Bootcamp: A Micro-job Taster Inside Emergency Medical Services is calling your name! 🚑

Come explore emergency medical work through this hands-on bootcamp led by SCDF paramedics! Experience what it’s like to respond to high-pressure situations while developing a better understanding of the skills and responsibilities involved in Emergency Medical Services. 🏥✨

• Get up close with an ambulance and its equipment
• Practise trauma care skills used in actual emergencies
• Take part in a full cardiac arrest simulation

Wrap up the day with lunch and an intimate sharing session with SCDF paramedics! 💬

📅 4 Jul
🕒 9.30am-4pm
📍 Punggol Fire Station, 151 Punggol Central, Singapore 828727
📝 Organised by: Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF)

Singapore International Festival of Arts (SIFA) 2026 🎭✨

Catch a diverse lineup of theatre, music, and dance performances at various venues and unexpected moments across the city. 🎻

• Experience bold theatre that challenges perspectives and moves the soul
• Witness intimate, up-close performances
• Discover late-night surprises and hidden artistic gems
• Connect with a community of creatives and art lovers

*Get 10% off all ticketed SIFA shows with an exclusive discount for NYC Telegram members!
Promo Code: SIFANYC10 🏷

📅 15-30 May
🕐 Various timings
📍 Various locations
📝 Organised by: Arts House Group

Day in a Life in MFA (DIAL) 2026: Pre-University Edition 🌏

Experience a behind-the-scenes look into the world of diplomacy and foreign affairs through this exclusive 2-day programme by Ministry of Foreign Affairs!

• Interactive sessions with different MFA directorates
• Networking opportunities with MFA officers 🤝
• Guided tour of the historical Old Tanglin Mass Building
• Realistic insights into careers and work in Singapore’s foreign service 👀

*Application closes 24 May! Successful applicants will be notified by 5 Jun.

📅 Day 1: Wed, 24 Jun 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

📅 Day 2: Thu, 25 Jun 2026
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

📍 Ministry of Foreign Affairs
📝 Organised by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Open exclusively to Pre University students and participants are required to attend both days

Voyage Beyond: Onboard a COSCO Container Ship 🚢

Get rare firsthand access to maritime operations through an exclusive onboard learning journey where you will see how a real container vessel is operated, managed, and maintained. 🛳

• Get insight into day-to-day ship operations and life onboard a working container vessel
• Understand how global shipping and maritime logistics connect the world 🌍
• Gain exposure to real maritime environments, safety practices, and operational procedures

*Two way transportation will be provided!

📅 26 May
🕘 8.30am-11.30am
📍 Departing from mTower📝 Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore

Open to IHL students aged 18 and above who are physically fit for onboard conditions

Human Library: Biodiversity Conservation Edition 🌿 🪴

Discover what it’s like working in biodiversity conservation and how professionals protect Singapore’s natural ecosystems and wildlife through this Human Library session by National Parks Board. 🪵📚

• Firsthand stories from professionals and practitioners in biodiversity conservation
• Clearer understanding of how conservation work is carried out in Singapore
• Direct access to ask questions about roles, experiences, and career pathways
• Insights into opportunities in the biodiversity and nature sector

🗓 7 Jun
⏰ 4pm – 5.30pm
📍 National Library Building, The POD
📝 Organised by: NParks

Friday Fries Night 🍟💥

Hear real stories and honest reflections from youth leaders and AC1 Ambassadors at this Human Library edition by River Valley Irregulars, where conversations go beyond surface level and you get to ask the questions you usually don’t get to ask. 🎓

Programme Highlights:
• Hear real stories from AC1 Ambassadors as they share their journey from participants to youth leaders
• Engage in small group conversations and ask your Human Books questions directly
• Connect with peers and be part of a relaxed youth community space

📅 29 May
🕘 7pm-9pm
📍 284 River Valley Road

Exclusive Behind-the-scenes Experience at Outward Bound Singapore (OBS) 🔍⛰

Get an exclusive look at OBS operations! This interactive half-day session at the Pulau Ubin Campus reveals how OBS manages partnerships, logistics, and safety to deliver impactful outdoor education. 🧗‍♂️

• Get insider access to five exciting OBS career pathways in stakeholder engagement and operations 💼
• Speak with professionals about their roles and day-to-day work
• Explore the facilities and learn how large-scale programmes are managed safely

📅 3 Jun
🕘 8.30am-1pm
📍 OBS Reception & Activity Centre (RAC) - 22 Punggol Road Track 19 at Punggol 24th Avenue Singapore 828871
📝 Organised by: National Youth Council

Micro-job Taster: Inside Community & Religious Engagement 🤝🇸🇬

Join this hands-on experience in community engagement and public service to see what it takes to keep Singapore’s social fabric cohesive. ❤️

• Visit various places of worship to understand different faith communities and their practices
• Option to job shadow at a national-level Racial and Religious Harmony Month launch event
• Observe how officers build meaningful, long-term relationships with religious groups

📅 13 Jun & 4 Jul
📍 To be shared upon registration
📝 Organised by: Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY)

Character Building Using The Outdoors: The OBS Instructor 🧗🌲

Ever wondered what it takes to guide young people through experiences that build grit and resilience?

Step into the shoes of an OBS Instructor and see how adventure education shapes leadership, teamwork, and personal growth while exploring if a career in the great outdoors is for you. 🌱🤝

• See the rigour and precision behind planning safe, high-impact adventure programmes
• Discover how outdoor education builds character through experiential learning
• Explore career pathways in outdoor education and the responsibilities involved

📅 24 Jun
🕘 9am - 12.30pm
📍 Punggol Point Jetty
📝 Organised by: National Youth Council

Searching for your next volunteer opportunity? 🔍 Check out the latest volunteering initiatives from @YouthCorpsSG and find the perfect way to contribute to the community:

Mission X (Poly) Jun 2026 💫

Hearts Connect🫰

Re:ground @ Dungeon - May & June 2026 🤝

YOLDEN Seniors Outing - Moral Home (6 Jun 2026) 🏠

Coding Games for Kids🤖

HealthStart (July-October 2026)🥼

Selamat Hari Raya Haji to everyone celebrating today! 🕌✨

May this day bring you and your family abundant blessings and joy. Enjoy the celebrations! 💚