As a Singaporean, weekends are something precious but always a bit of a pain to think up of things to do other than eating, cafe hopping and shopping in malls. So here's my list of local markets to go to as some alternatives for a weekend shopping.
Public Garden
Public Garden offers a wonderful selection of vendors that features design, art, fashion, vintage, hand made beauty products and many more. They have vendors from all over the world participating but what is lovely is the many local small business producing really interesting products. You'll even find a fortune teller at the market at certain weekends. You'll likely find that special something you are looking for at this market.
Address: varies - check their Facebook for venues
Happens every weekend from 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
The Local People Market
The Local People is actually an online store that sells products by Singaporean designers and artists. They also organize night markets featuring local vendors on arts & design, F&B and even live gigs.
Address: varies - check their Facebook or website for venues and timings
Kranji Countryside Farmers Market
Happening once every quarter, Kranji Countryside Farmers' Market is a great market to visit with a wonderful selection of farm produce grown in Singapore! It's a great way to support farming in Singapore and not to mention getting really fresh produce.
Address: varies - check their Facebook for venues (mostly around Kranji area) and timings