Katong-Joo Chiat has become known for its charming blend of old and new, with its colourful pre-war shophouses, and diverse communities, co-existing with modern shopping malls and hipster cafes. 

Discover the rich history behind heritage businesses in Katong-Joo Chiat, each with their own story of resilience, innovation and intergenerational piety. From lesser-known anecdotes behind classic delicacies to inspirational tales of intergenerational support and cooperation, they offer a glimpse into the rich stories behind heritage businesses from this vibrant precinct. 

This programme is part of HAN@Katong-Joo Chiat, presented by Katong Culture and supported by the National Heritage Board, as part of Heritage Activation Nodes.

Date: 3 October 2026
Time: 4:00 PM - 6.00 PM

Date: 20 February 2027
Time: 10:30 AM - 12.30 PM

Ticket: $5 per person

Register your interest here and the organiser will be in touch with you via email. Spots are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

Meeting Point
Participants are encouraged to arrive fifteen minutes prior to the start of the programme at Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah ( 95 Joo Chiat Rd, Singapore 427389). The programme will begin on time.

Duration
This tour is approximately 2 hours and will be conducted in English.

Kindly note that no refund or exchange of tickets is allowed under any circumstance except for programme cancellation. This is a rain or shine event with an outdoor component. Participants are encouraged to bring water and umbrellas, and are recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes, light clothes suitable for the weather.

The programme may be cancelled or altered in the event of inclement weather (e.g, hazardous haze conditions, flooding, etc.) or unforeseen circumstances affecting the programme (e.g., road closures, etc.). If so, participants will be informed and alternative arrangements will be made to be best of the organiser's abilities.

Parents/guardians must accompany any child under the age of 12, and all participants, including children, must be registered for the programme.

By registering for this programme, participants agree:
a. that NHB and the programme organiser(s) may take photographs and/or videos of them (or their child as applicable) and use the images and/or videos including to archive, exhibit and publish them for publicity;
b. for NHB and the programme organiser(s) to contact them regarding the programme that they have signed up for, as well as other communication that may be of interest to them; and
c. that the personal information supplied will be strictly used for the purposes stated above.