Botero in Singapore at Gardens by the Bay is a first-of-its-kind showcase celebrating the legacy of one of the world’s most beloved artists, Maestro Fernando Botero. Jointly presented with the Fernando Botero Foundation as part of IMBA’s launch, the exhibition brings together close to 130 original works by Maestro Botero across three distinct formats — the world’s first Botero immersive experience, a major gallery exhibition featuring paintings, drawings and indoor sculptures, and monumental outdoor sculptures displayed at IMBA Theatre and at the Silver Garden of Gardens by the Bay. First to and only stop in Southeast Asia, this marks the largest and most ambitious Botero presentation ever staged in the world. Botero in Singapore is supported by Panasonic Projector & Displays, Eurokars, and Shangri-La Singapore.

Purpose-built for immersive experiences and gallery exhibitions, IMBA Theatre presents culture through multiple formats that invite exploration and discovery designed to engage diverse audiences, and encourage curiosity across generations. Set within Gardens by the Bay, the new venue offers a platform for world-class presentations that are open, relevant and grounded in human experience.

Botero in Singapore marks a defining moment for IMBA Theatre’s opening programme, setting the tone for the institution’s future direction. The exhibition offers a multifaceted perspective on Maestro Botero’s artistic language and enduring influence, while situating his work within a global and contemporary context. Its debut in Singapore reflects both the scale of IMBA’s ambition and the city’s role as a gateway for major cultural presentations in Southeast Asia.

Garden Grandeur transforms the outdoor landscape into a stage for public art with six monumental bronze sculptures across Gardens by the Bay and four arriving at IMBA Theatre soon.
The public can view the sculptures at Gardens by the Bay from 24 January 2026.

Heart of Volume marks the Singapore premiere of a diverse range of works drawn directly from the collection of the Botero family with 118 artworks to offer audiences a rare and comprehensive encounter with his rich legacy.
The exhibition opens at IMBA Theatre on 13 February 2026.

A Life in Fullness is the world’s first immersive experience dedicated to Maestro Fernando Botero, offering a glimpse into Botero’s journey through a 45-minute audiovisual journey.
The immersive experience opens at IMBA Theatre on 6 March 2026.

Botero in Singapore will run through 18 May 2026.

Venue: Gardens by the Bay

When: 24 Jan - 18 May 2026,

By: Marina Bay