TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026 Checklist: Data, Money and Tips Before You Fly
TOKEN2049 Singapore runs 7 to 8 October 2026 at Marina Bay Sands, with the F1 Singapore weekend right after. Here is what to sort before you fly.
Quick answer: TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026 runs 7-8 October at Marina Bay Sands, with the AFTER 2049 party on 9 October and the Singapore F1 Grand Prix on 9-11 October. Before you fly: submit the SG Arrival Card within 3 days of arrival, install a Singapore eSIM at home, book accommodation early because of F1 week, and set up a burner wallet for booths and side events.
TOKEN2049 series: landing checklist, Changi to Marina Bay, Singapore eSIM setup, how much data you need, is venue Wi-Fi enough, side events planning and day 1 guide.
Key takeaways
- TOKEN2049 Singapore: 7-8 October 2026 across all five floors of Marina Bay Sands, with around 25,000 attendees expected.
- The Singapore Grand Prix runs 9-11 October 2026 around Marina Bay, so hotels and roads nearby get busy.
- All visitors must submit the SG Arrival Card within 3 days before arrival, including the arrival day.
- MRT accepts contactless bank cards, and Grab covers taxis and rides.
Which network you get, and what it really costs
In Singapore the Fizen eSIM roams on StarHub (5G). Singapore is sold inside the South-Eastern Asia plan, which covers 18 countries. At 128 kbps you can still send messages and load map tiles, but not hold a video call.
| Plan | Days | Price | Per day | Per GB | After the high-speed data |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 3 | US$9.94 | US$3.31 | US$9.94 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 5 GB | 7 | US$16.68 | US$2.38 | US$3.34 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 5 GB | 15 | US$17.35 | US$1.16 | US$3.47 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 5 GB | 30 | US$18.36 | US$0.61 | US$3.67 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 10 GB | 7 | US$23.52 | US$3.36 | US$2.35 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 10 GB | 15 | US$24.55 | US$1.64 | US$2.46 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 10 GB | 30 | US$25.60 | US$0.85 | US$2.56 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 20 GB | 15 | US$39.00 | US$2.60 | US$1.95 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 20 GB | 30 | US$40.07 | US$1.34 | US$2.00 | slows to 128 kbps |
| 50 GB | 30 | US$79.74 | US$2.66 | US$1.59 | slows to 128 kbps |
Prices and carrier read from the Fizen catalogue on 23 September 2026. Data only, no calls or SMS.
Prices are before the welcome credit. A new user who opens the eSIM tab in the Fizen app for the first time gets US$10 of eSIM credit automatically, with no code, valid for 12 months. The app shows how much of it comes off your order. Paying by card on the web works too, but the credit only applies in the app.
When and where is TOKEN2049 Singapore 2026?
| Date | What | Where |
|---|---|---|
| 7-8 October 2026 | TOKEN2049 Singapore conference | Marina Bay Sands (all five floors) |
| 9 October 2026 | AFTER 2049 official closing party | Marina Bay Sands SkyPark Observation Deck |
| 9-11 October 2026 | Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix | Marina Bay Street Circuit |
| Whole week | Side events, dinners, parties | Across Singapore |
Marina Bay Sands is served by Bayfront MRT station. Check the official TOKEN2049 site for the latest agenda, badge collection and access details.
Pre-flight checklist for TOKEN2049
- Phone: eSIM-capable and carrier-unlocked. Check before you buy.
- Travel eSIM installed at home on Wi-Fi, switched on after landing. Keep your home SIM active for bank and 2FA codes.
- Power bank (carry-on only, check your airline's limits) and a short cable. Conference days drain phones fast.
- Hotspot plan check: if you demo from a laptop or share with a teammate, pick a plan that allows tethering.
- Hardware wallet or a separate event wallet if you will be signing anything on site.
- Offline copies: hotel address in the local language, booking confirmations, and your ticket QR as a screenshot.
- SG Arrival Card submitted on the official ICA e-Service or MyICA app within 3 days before arrival. Beware of third-party sites that charge for it.
- Accommodation booked early. Conference week plus F1 weekend pushes prices up around Marina Bay.
- Plug adapter: Singapore uses type G (UK-style) sockets.
Why you want your own data at TOKEN2049
With tens of thousands of attendees in one building, venue Wi-Fi works hard during keynotes. The bigger reason is outside the venue: side events are spread from Marina Bay to Clarke Quay, Sentosa and beyond, details shift on Telegram and Luma, and you will be booking rides and checking addresses on the street.
- Ride-hailing during F1 weekend depends on live location and traffic updates.
- Side event QR tickets and last-minute venue changes arrive by message.
- Hotspot for your laptop when you need to reply to a deal or deploy between sessions.
- Maps and MRT routes around closures near the F1 circuit.
Singapore plans on the Fizen eSIM page start, and Singapore is one of the best-value destinations for travel data. Pick a plan covering the whole week, including F1 days if you are staying on. See also our Singapore eSIM guide.
Getting around and paying in Singapore
| Situation | What usually works | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| MRT and buses | Contactless Visa or Mastercard, or a transport card | Use the same card for every tap to cap fares correctly |
| Taxis and rides | Grab and other ride-hailing apps, street taxis | Expect surge pricing after sessions and during F1 |
| Restaurants, malls, hotels | Cards and mobile wallets | Most places are cashless-friendly |
| Hawker centres | Cash, local QR, some cards | Carry a little Singapore dollar cash |
Singapore is very card-friendly. A contactless card handles the MRT, and a small amount of cash covers hawker stalls, which are the best-value meals in the city.
F1 weekend: what changes for attendees
- Road closures around Marina Bay start before race weekend. Allow more time for rides near the circuit.
- Hotel prices around the bay are highest on race nights. If you are staying past 8 October, book early.
- MRT is often faster than a car around the Marina area during F1.
- If you have no F1 ticket, parts of the area near the circuit need a ticket during track sessions. Plan routes to side events accordingly.
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Sources
- TOKEN2049 Singapore official site
- KuCoin News: TOKEN2049 Singapore to take place 7-8 October 2026
- ICA: SG Arrival Card
- Singapore Grand Prix official site
