Noise complaints halt outdoor music events at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, organisers rue loss of venue
Outdoor music events at the Tanjong Pagar Distripark in Singapore have been suspended due to noise complaints from neighbors. Organizers expressed frustration, noting the difficulty of finding affordable, accessible venues for large-scale events.
Why it matters
This highlights the ongoing conflict between urban development, residential noise regulations, and the need for accessible cultural spaces in dense cities.
The Keppel Road venue's capacity and accessibility make it suitable for such large-scale events, said organisers, adding that it's difficult to find similar venues at affordable rates.
An Ice Cream Sundays event held in September 2025 at the Tanjong Pagar Distripark. (Photo: Bryner Tan)
Fabian Koh 02 Nov 2026 01:44PM Bookmark Bookmark Share WhatsApp Telegram Facebook Twitter Email LinkedIn Set CNA as your preferred source on Google Add CNA as a trusted source to help Google better understand and surface our content in search results. Read a summary of this article on FAST. Get bite-sized news via a new cards interface. Give it a try. Click here to return to FAST Tap here to return to FAST FAST SINGAPORE: Former industrial hub turned vibrant arts cluster Tanjong Pagar Distripark has paused outdoor music events due to noise complaints from its neighbours.
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