The National Heritage Board, in collaboration with Nanyang Polytechnic School of Design & Media, presents the Kebaya Catwalk – a collection of four limited edition kebaya-themed merchandise, featuring cats wearing traditional kebayas as collectible keychains. This initiative celebrates the successful multinational inscription of Kebaya: Knowledge, Skills, Traditions and Practices on the UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
From 24 March to 16 June 2025, members of the public will be able to redeem the merchandise for free via #WeHeartKebaya vending machines placed at different locations in Singapore, while stocks last. Be sure to look out for these vending machines!
What’s in Store?
The Kebaya Catwalk features four beloved cat breeds found locally, each dressed in
distinctive kebaya styles commonly seen in Singapore: Kebaya Sulam, Kebaya Panjang,
Kebaya Pendek, and Kebaya Kotabaru. Available in blind box format, each set includes:
- A keychain (collect all four designs!)
- A character card with educational information about the featured kebaya style
- A display stand
- A presentation box
Current Release:
Location
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Redemption Period
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Opening Hours
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National University of
Singapore,
Central Library Forum
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24 Mar, 11am - 20 Apr, 7pm
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24/7 public access
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Singapore Management
University,
Li Ka Shing Library Level 1,
Outside 1983 Coffee & Toast |
24 Mar, 3pm - 20 Apr, 9pm |
24/7 public access
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Upcoming Releases: (Available from 21 April)
Upcoming Releases: (Available from 20 May)
Keep an eye on this page for updates on the upcoming location reveals.
*Merchandise images shown above are for illustration purposes only.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
No, the merchandise is free.
To ensure fair distribution, and to allow more Singaporeans to access this merchandise, each mobile number is limited to one redemption per vending machine location. You may visit other locations or wait for the next release to redeem again.
The merchandise is available while stocks last. Keep an eye on this page for updates.
The merchandise is released in a phased approach, according to the schedule
above. If you wish to collect all designs, do visit the different locations during each
release, or make it a fun activity by gathering your friends and family to work
together!.
The first two releases will feature different sets of designs. If you weren't able to
participate in the first or second release, you'll have another chance - all four
designs will return during the final release period.
Yes. Each mobile number is limited to one redemption per vending machine
location.
Redemption hours vary for each vending machine location. Please refer to the
scehdule above for detailed redemption hours at the respective locations. We
recommend checking each location's website for the most up-to-date operating
hours and any closure announcements.
Location details of each vending machine are provided on this webpage, with
embedded Google Maps links. Simply click on any location link for directions.
We apologise for this technical error. If you have not received your merchandise,
your redemption remains valid. You may attempt the redemption again.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused. We assure you that we are working to
restore service as quickly as possible. Please check this page for updates.
Alternatively, you may visit the vending machine at the other location.
Merchandise is available while stocks last. Please check this page for updates. If
the merchandise is not available at this location, you may wish to visit the vending
machine at the other location.
We apologise if you have received a defective item. Please complete this form
within 7 days of redemption. We will respond to your enquiry as soon as possible. (Please note that slight variations in colour and/or design of the merchandise may
occur due to different production runs or batches. These variations are considered
normal and do not constitute a defect.)
Need help?
Please contact us at nhb_feedback@nhb.gov.sg or complete this form.
Terms and Conditions:
1. The Kebaya Catwalk will take place from 24 March to 16 June 2025.
2. Merchandise is redeemable while stocks last.
3. Merchandise is subjected to change at the discretion of the National Heritage
Board.
4. Each mobile number is limited to one redemption per vending machine location.
5. Visitors visiting the vending machine should adhere to all guidelines at each
location.
6. Redemption of merchandise is only available at the respective locations listed.
7. Merchandise is strictly non-transferable, non-exchangebale, and non-replaceable
for credit, cash or kind in all cases whether in whole or in part.
8. The National Heritage Board reserves the right to amend these terms and
conditions without prior notice.