Discover a list of exciting openings and experiences happening for you to create family fun in August 2024!
Here's a list of new, fun and exciting things to do and places to bring your kids out to! With the upcoming National Day celebrations, you can expect lots of National Day-themed to-dos as well as other new events and venues that has recently opened! Get ready to step into a family fun-filled August with us!
Remember to bookmark this list so that you can refer back when you need new family outing ideas! So go ahead to discover and create family fun with all the new things to do this August 2024!
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Support the Young Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises at the Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot for Good (Kids Edition)!
Venue: Mitsubishi Electric Asia, 307 Alexandra Road, Mitsubishi Electric Building, Singapore 159943
Dates: 31 Aug 2024, 10 am - 4 pm
Admission: Free
Looking for a fun-filled family day out? Look no further than the "Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot For Good (Kids Edition)" event, taking place on 31 Aug, 2024, from 10am to 4pm at Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte Ltd. This exciting event is perfect for families wanting to enjoy a day of activities while supporting budding little eco-entrepreneurs and meaningful causes in the community.
Expect nostalgic carnival games, a stamp rally for kids with various stamp stations, free popcorn, cotton candy, Old Chang Kee’s snacks and more! !
But most importantly, remember to support the young entrepreneurs and social enterprises by shopping at the booths and making a positive impact in the community!
Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot For Good (Kids Edition) is happening at Mitsubishi Electric Asia, 307 Alexandra Road, Mitsubishi Electric Building. Admission is FREE!
Take Part in Exciting National Day-themed Activities at Singapore Discovery Centre
Venue: Singapore Discovery Centre
Dates: 3 - 11 Aug 2024
Admission: Free
Get ready for an exciting and heartwarming celebration as Singapore Discovery Centre marks Singapore's National Day with a series of engaging activities and experiences designed for families. So bring your kids to Singapore Discovery Centre to celebrate Singapore's unity, culture and spirt through a variety of activities that promise to be both fun and meaningful for the whole family!
Come explore the National Day Special Exhibition - "Yours Sincerely", and reflect on the words of Singapore’s National Pledge and explore the ways our actions uphold these values. At "One Journey", little ones will go on an enchanting journey through Singapore's rich heritage in a series of interactive and dramatised story-telling sessions!
There will also be performances, photo-taking opportunities, craft activities and more for families to take part in too!
While at the Singapore Discovery Centre, don't forget to complete the self-guided trail to redeem a National Day commemorative magnet collectible! A different design is available across the Defence Collective Singapore museums and galleries!
Find out more here!
The SSCC Experience: Your Child’s Invitation to Make Music with the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir!
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Dates: 2nd or 3rd Sep 2024, 9 am - 6 pm
Admission: $118 per participant (includes a fun pack of learning materials)
Imagine your child standing onstage at the beautiful Victoria Concert Hall, performing with confidence and joy. Gift your child this unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience at The SSCC Experience.
Led by conductors of the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir (SSCC), The SSCC Experience is a captivating one-day programme designed for children aged 8 to 12, and promises a day filled with music, learning, and fun as well as the joy of making new friends along the way too!
Foster a love for music in your children as they embark on a musical journey, learning the intricacies of music-making, rhythm, solfeggio, and choral techniques. The day will be packed with engaging workshops, culminating in an evening performance at the prestigious Victoria Concert Hall. The entire experience is designed to help children blossom into confident performers, and you are invited to witness your child’s progress as they showcase their newfound skills alongside SSCC choristers on stage.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity. The SSCC Experience is set to be a memorable event that will leave a lasting impact on your child's love for music. Register now - registration closes Friday, 23rd August 2024
Conquer the Ninja-Obstacle Course with Your Little Ones at SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024
Venue: SAFRA Jurong
Dates: 31 Aug and 1 Sep 2024
Fees: From $25
Parents, mark your calendars for a thrilling event that your children will love! SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024 is back, offering an exhilarating ninja-themed obstacle course for kids aged 3 to 12 years.
SAFRA Sprint Kids is a family event filled with fun, excitement, and community spirit. It’s a perfect opportunity for kids to engage in physical activity while you cheer them on or even join in the fun.
Watch your little ones race through an inflatable course and obstacle course, testing their speed and agility. Categories include Shinobi Junior (7-9 years old) and Shinobi Senior (10-12 years old), with separate categories for both boys and girls. You can also choose to participate with your child in the Families for Life Parent & Child competitive or non-competitive categories, a great way to bond and create lasting memories!
That's not all! The top 10 participants in each competitive category (based on timing) will win cash prizes and medals, and there's even a special prize for the top 3 parent-child participants with the most creative outfit!
Don’t miss out and register by 25 August 2024 to secure your spot! For more information and to register, visit SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024.
Celebrate PAssionArts Festival 2024 - Arts and Cultural Activities for Families in Your Neighbourhood
Venue: Over 60 festival villages happening across the Heartlands
Dates: Jul - Sep 2024
Admission: Varies accordingly
Looking for something exciting and enriching to do with the family this July? Look no further than the PAssionArts Festival 2024! From July to September, join Singaporeans across the island in celebrating the culinary creativity and culture expression at over 60 vibrant festival villages happening across the heartlands.
The PAssionArts Festival promises a wide range of activities, including interactive workshops, mesmerizing performances, and large-scale art installations, perfect for families, extended families and friends of all ages!
No registration is required for most events, making it a convenient weekend family fun activity. Stay updated on the latest events by following PAssionArts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to immerse your family in the arts right in your neighborhood!
Get Tickets to the World's Largest Space Exploration Experience
Venue: Annexe Hall 2 & 3, Science Centre Singapore
Dates: 12 October 2024 – 24 March 2025
Admission: $45 per person (Adult/Child)
Science Centre Singapore is in a partnership with Kingsmen Exhibits to open the first Space Explorers: THE INFINITE in Southeast Asia. Inspired by NASA missions, through this special space exploration you will be transported on an astonishing journey 400 km above Earth.
Not only can you experience what it feels like to float in outer space, but you can also learn more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in interactive and exciting ways, suitable for both adults and kids. The exhibition is filled with immersive curated content from over 250 hours of 3D-360° footage filmed onboard the International Space Station (ISS), with more than 16 hours of astronaut testimonials and the first-ever spacewalk ever filmed in virtual reality (VR).
The Space Explorers: THE INFINITE will run from 12 October 2024 – 24 March 2025 at Annexe Hall 2 & 3, Science Centre Singapore. With admission $45 per person, for both adult or child.
Come pay a visit and be the first one in Southeast Asia to explore the space! Tickets are available now!
Get Tickets To PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure”
Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Dates: 12 to 15 December 2024
Admission: S$58 – S$138 (exclude booking fee & dynamic pricing applies)
For all PAW Patrol lovers, do not miss this PAWsome opportunity to meet and watch the live touring stage performance of Ryder and his team of pups on embarking a pirate-themed adventure to uncover hidden treasure.
The performance of PAW Patrol Live! “The Great Pirate Adventure” will be an interactive live stage show, encouraging audiences to learn pirate catchphrases, dance the pirate boogie and help the pups follow the treasure map and solve picture puzzles throughout their mission!
Tickets are now on sale via Marina Bay Sands Ticketing, SISTIC and Klook. All UOB Card members in Singapore and the ASEAN region will enjoy a 15% discount on ticket prices for all categories.
To book the ticket, you can book it on Klook.
Get Tickets to Bubble Planet: A Whimsical Realm of Bubbles and Fantasy
Venue: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Dates: From 31 Aug 2024
Admission: Starting at $21.90 for adults and $14.90 for children (tickets available here)
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience is making its Asia-Pacific debut in Singapore on 31 August 2024. The surreal and colorful interactive experience invites guests to escape into a whimsical world of bubbles, in which they can engage their senses and let their imaginations run wild.
In this multisensory experience, visitors will travel through fantastical landscapes and into imaginary metaverses filled with unique optical illusions and photo opportunities.
Moving between 11 uniquely themed areas including an enormous bubble bath ball pit, a virtual reality room, an undersea LED room and an endless infinity experience, guests will encounter a feast for the senses as they marvel at belief-defying concepts and elements. The combination of colors, lasers, lights and bubbles, together with 360-degree projection technology and a soaring virtual reality interactive promises a dreamy experience for all and encourages guests to release their inner child.
This experience is suitable for all ages and children under the age of 4 can enter free of charge. Tickets are available now!
Get Tickets to the The World of Studio Ghibli
Venue: The ArtScience Museum
Dates: 4 Oct 2024 - 2 Feb 2025, 10 am - 7 pm
Admission: From Adult: S$29 and Concession: S$24
ArtScience Museum will be presenting The World of Studio Ghibli, from 4 Oct 2024 to 2 Feb 2025. This will be Studio Ghibli’s first ever showcase in Singapore and also one of the largest editions to date. The World of Studio Ghibli was first presented in Japan back in 2013, and moved on to South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Bangkok.
The World of Studio Ghibli at the ArtScience Museum is one of the largest editions to date – spanning 2,400 square metres, across 11 galleries, featuring the world of 11 famous Ghibli films.
Featuring 16 large-scale interactive theatrical sets from various iconic Ghibli films, families and fans will get to meet their favourite characters and immerse themselves into various Ghibli films - waiting in the rain with Totoro, entering the Howl's Moving Castle or hopping on a train ride with No-Face.
Ticket sales to The World of Studio Ghibli will kick off on 29 July, 10 am to 2 Aug 2024. Sands Lifestyle Members are entitled to an exclusive five-day pre-sale where there will be exclusive deals and discounts available at Marina Bay Sands box offices and their webpage.
General tickets are available on Klook now!
Art of the Brick Returns to Singapore
Venue: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Dates: From 31 August 2024
Admission: Starting at $12.90 for children residents and $17.90 for adult residents
Coming back bigger and better after its first appearance in more than a decade, be sure to be captivated at the Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya and discover more than 150 sculptures made of LEGO® bricks.
After touring over 100 cities in 24 countries and entering CNN's list of “Must-See” exhibitions, Art of the Brick is coming back to Singapore since its first appearance back in 2012. The exhibit immerses the visitor in a cheerful and colorful world. The artist used more than a million bricks for this exhibition!
Art of the Brick exhibition will take place at Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore EXPO starting on 31 August 2024. Ticket prices start at $12.90 for children and $17.90 for adults. Children under the age of 4 can visit free of charge.
Discover Meaningful Play Time with Playful Giggles
Venue: 11 Woodlands Close, #03-05, Singapore 737853
Opening Hours: 10am - 12pm (weekends only), 12:15pm - 2:15pm, 2:30pm - 4:30pm, 4:45pm - 6:45pm
Admission: From $25
Located at Woodlands, Playful Giggles, is a play space designed for infants and toddlers for 6 months to 5 years. Another calming environment for meaningful play time!
They provide essential amenities including a diaper changing station and a private nursing room that doubles as a prayer room, ensuring comfort for both children and parents. This facility also features a private toilet and a hot/cold water dispenser. Parents can relax and recharge with complimentary coffee and tea while their children enjoy our enriching play environment at Playful Giggles.
Kidztropic Cove - A Play Space for Families to Play, Learn & Bond
Venue: Annex@furama, #05-02, 407 Havelock Road, Singapore 169634
Opening Hours: Tue to Fri (2 pm to 7 pm), Sat, Sun and PH (10 am to 8 pm)
Admission: from $15 (get tickets with extra play time here)
Kidztropic opens their second outlet at Annex@Furama! This new play space, Kidztropic Cove offers a space for young ones (below 6 years old) to engage in both structured and unstructured activities, encouraging children to learn through exploration, creativity and imaginative play.
At Kidztropic Cove, you won't find massive play structures or energetic play. Instead, Kidztropic Cove allows young ones to engage in imaginative play with a big space with little toys around. There will be different types of toys in different areas to let little ones play with.
Little ones can play pretend in the little Kopitiam with a local twist, or drive along the road that runs through the playgrounds. There's also a little ball pit that young ones can jump into too!
The play area has been designed to allow lots of open space with little fixed structures. This allows kids and parents to move around freely, and even to bring toys around as they play.
There are also lots of seating options for parents to chill and just soak in this parenthood moment, or to take a break while interacting with other parents too.
Bring the Kids Clubbing at the Bubs Be Clubbin' Dance Party
Venue: Kidztropic Cove, Annex@furama, #05-02, 407 Havelock Road, Singapore 169634
Dates: 25 Aug 2024, 3.30 pm - 5.30 pm
Admission: $35 for parent / child pair
Co-hosted with Mummy meet-up platform, BubSt, we are bringing your little ones clubbing at "Bubs Be Clubbin", a daytime dance party that'll liven up your Sunday afternoon!
Held at the new indoor playspace Kidztropic Cove, come dance and party with your little one to fresh tunes from the Live DJ. Each kids' ticket includes 2 hrs of play time at the play space, fun kids tattoos, and a glow stick for them to experience their first ever "clubbing" experience! If they get tired of dancing, they can explore and play in a safe, contained environment while you enjoy mingling with other parents. Plus, you can unwind with some drinks available for purchase on-site.
Suitable for kids aged 0 to 6 years old, tickets are limited and while stocks last.
New Theatre Show - PLAYtime! 2024 BURP
Venue: Esplanade Theatre Studio
Dates: 10 - 25 Aug 2024
Admission: $23
Get ready for BURP, a heartening tale about a man who loves collecting sounds in glass jars, each one a doorway to a special memory or feeling. Every day, he carefully picks a few sound jars and plays them on his Incredible Sound Machine, transporting him back to extraordinary moments in time.
But one day, something strange happens – a mighty burp ripples through his entire body, a vibration so powerful that he just has to collect it before it flies away!
Discover all types of sounds – some near, some far, and some that that move through different things. Will the man be swift enough to capture Burp in his sound jar, or will Burp give him the slip? Come along for an extraordinary game of chase between Burp and the sound collector!
Kind Kones Opens in Great World and Westgate
Kind Kones, a local leading plant based, all natural ice cream brand has been building its fan based over the years with physical stores already available at Forum the Shopping Mall, The Paragon and i12 Katong, as well as at Bangsar Village and Plaza Damansara in Kuala Lumpur.
The ice cream brand opens 2 new stores at Great World and Westgate in July, giving fans more ways to get their Kind Kone fix nearer to home! But that's not all, the brand is also available on shelves in NTUC FairPrice Finest and Cheers as well as on their online shop (remember to check for the latest flavours and discounts)!
Tipsy Unicorn Minicorn Club: Fun-Filled Workshops & Activities For Kids!
Venue: 36 Siloso Beach Walk, #01-01, Sentosa Island, Singapore 099007
Opening Date: 28 Jul 2024
Opening Hours: Sundays, 1pm to 3pm, 3pm to 5pm and 5pm to 7pm
Admission: Free
Tipsy Unicorn is thrilled to debut its Minicorn Club, offering parents a new option to pamper their children, ages three to eight, with engaging workshops and activities every Sunday.
While parents unwind with refreshing drinks and catch up with friends and spouses, children can explore the magical Euphoria Suite on the second level, which overlooks the stage, pool, and beach.
The fun doesn’t stop there! Expert facilitators from The Creative Nook will lead an array of activities, including storytelling, dramatisation, arts and crafts, music and movement, sing-alongs, and sensory play. There will also be balloon sculpting and magic shows! Kids will have a chance to design their own T-shirts to take home and snap fun photos at the puppet photo booth with props provided.
The club offers 3 timeslots: 1pm to 3pm, 3pm to 5pm and 5pm to 7pm. Each activity lasts between 30 to 45 minutes and accommodates up to 25 kids, and is free for public to walk-in! Parents can register their children onsite, with slots available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Returning Festival - Singapore Night Festival
Venue: Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct
Dates: 23 Aug - 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
The Singapore Night Festival (SNF) returns to the Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) precinct for its 15th edition this year, bigger than ever! Happening from 23 August to 7 September 2024, the festival will take place over three weekends for the first time.
Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience takes festival-goers on a journey to explore and learn about the rich history of the precinct, with over 50 programmes including projection mapping artworks, performances, Festival Villages, Night Lights installations and partner programmes.
Don't miss the highlight act for this year, Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia, this captivating experience reimagines the entrancing magic of 1950s “great world” amusement parks in Singapore, inviting visitors to ponder the co-existence and balance between preserving heritage and embracing modernity, and the place of nostalgia in today’s society. Early bird tickets for Wonder World is available now!
Returning Festival - A Date with Tradition at Stamford Arts Centre
Venue: Stamford Arts Centre
Dates: 23 - 24 Aug, 30 - 31 Aug, 6 - 7 Sep
Admission: Free and ticketed programmes
Arts House Limited (AHL) presents A Date with Tradition at Stamford Arts Centre for three weekends. From 23 August to 7 September 2024, dive into diverse programmes and activities offered to enrich appreciation of traditional arts, from captivating performances to dynamic art installations and interactive drop-in activities.
From captivating performances to dynamic art installations and interactive drop-in activities that celebrate the richness of traditional arts, A Date with Tradition 2024 promises to be an unforgettable journey into the rich tapestry of traditional arts.
A Date with Tradition 2024 will be held every weekend for three weeks, from 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024 at Stamford Arts Centre. Event starts from 6 pm to 10.30 pm, except on 31 Aug and 7 Sep when the event starts earlier at 3 pm.
Festival at the Fort
Venue: Fort Canning Centre, Fort Canning Park
Date: 23 August to 7 September 2024 | 6:00 PM — 9:30 PM
Admission: Free
Fort Canning Park will transform into a vibrant hub of activity as it hosts the Festival at the Fort 2024 over the Sep school holidays!
This family-friendly event, held in conjunction with the Singapore Night Festival, offers a variety of engaging activities perfect for parents and children to spend time together. Whether you’re looking to explore the park through a scavenger hunt, unleash your creativity with hands-on crafts, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, this festival has something for everyone.
The New Learning Gallery at Singapore Art Museum
Venue: Gallery 2, Singapore Art Museum at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Dates: From 20 July
Admission: Free
Established as part of the Singapore Art Museum’s continued support of art education, the Learning Gallery invites you to look deeper and immerse yourself in the artworks and interactive activities to form authentic and personal connections with the artworks.
Inspired by the carefree spirit of childhood, vsitors may embrace their childlike spirit even before entering the gallery. Starting from the outside, adult visitors will be greeted by a letter addressed to their inner child, prompting them to approach the exhibition with an open mind and tap into the formative experiences of their childhood. After entering the gallery, they are invited to experience the artworks in their own special way.
The gallery is designed as an escape from the rapid pace and complexity of modern life with a low-stimulation and calm environment which makes it ideal for visitors to reflect and focused on learning.
National Day Parade 2024 Heartland Celebration
Venues:
- opposite Bishan MRT station
- in Punggol next to Waterway Point
- next to FutsalArena @ Yishun
- next to Paya Lebar Quarter 1
- next to Buona Vista MRT station
Dates: 10 Aug, 4 pm - 9 pm
Admission: Free
Families who did not manage to get tickets to the National Day Parade 2024 (NDP 2024), here's another chance to join in the celebrations in the Heartlands Celebrations happening the next day on 10 August 2024!
Families can enjoy crowd favourites such as fireworks, interactive family-friendly activities and static displays of Singapore Armed Forces (SAF), Singapore Police Force and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) vehicles. Various schools, ActiveSG’s Dance of the Nation and Yellow Ribbon Performing Arts Centre (PAC) Alumni band as well as community interest groups will put up live entertainment too! Each site will showcase military and civil defence by having vehicles on display.
From 12 July 2024 onwards, families can collect the National Day Heartland Celebrations tickets for their district at their nearest Community Clubs/ Centres. Each member of the public can collect up to a maximum of two tickets, while stocks last. The list of CCs where tickets can be collected can be found here.
Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert 2024
Venue: The Meadows, Gardens by the Bay
Dates: 4 Aug 2024, 7.30 pm - 10 pm, doors open from 4.30 pm
Admission: Free
Back for the sixth edition, the Gardens by the Bay and Mediacorp National Day Concert will be happening on 4 Aug from 7.30 pm to 10 pm.
Get ready to be serenaded by this year’s headliner, renowned songstress Olivia Ong. She will perform 如燕 (Like a Swallow), the iconic theme song for Mediacorp’s hit drama The Little Nyonya, as well as her latest tune 光影 (Azure) in a special debut. You can also look forward to the exciting performances of various National Day Parade (NDP) theme songs including this year’s Not Alone by local singer and composer Benjamin Kheng, as well as previous NDP hits, Stronger Together and Breathing City, by Singapore Idols Taufik Batisah and Sezairi, respectively.
From 4.30pm you can enjoy a wide range of activities including go-kart races, and nostalgic carnival games such as bottle ring toss and knock ‘em down. You can also expect to be wow-ed by entertaining acts from stilt walkers and roving jugglers!
National Day Celebrations at the National Museum
Venue: National Museum of Singapore
Dates: 9 Aug 2024, 9.30 am - 12 am
Admission: Free
Celebrate Singapore’s birthday at the National Museum of Singapore's National Celebrations with various activities such as outdoor and inflatable playgrounds featuring iconic local HDB playground designs, drop-in craft activities, intergenerational programmes and our popular scavenger hunt at the museum. Don’t forget to check out Play:Date and reminisce about the joy of playing with toys as a child.
End the day with a “picnic under the stars” and catch the live outdoor screening of the National Day Parade on the museum’s front lawn. In the lead-up to National Day, look out for special light-up installations on the museum's lawn that take us back to our childhood days.
Celebrate All Things Local @ Majulah Fiesta
Venue: Singapore Sports Hub
Dates: 9 - 11 Aug 2024
Admission: Free
From 9 to 11 August, Singaporeans can mark National Day at Majulah Fiesta at the Singapore Sports Hub with the vibrant lineup of free events celebrating all things local.
On National Day, gather your loved ones to watch the National Day Parade broadcasted live at OCBC Square and Stadium Roar. Catch the “Fly Our Flag” flypast at Stadium Roar before a spectacular fireworks display at Stadium Riverside Walk to end the night! Do also check out the AL!VE Artisans Market packed with the crafts by local artisans, from 9 August all throughout the weekend at the Visitors Centre!
The festivities continue on 10 August with the inaugural Majulah Music Hub – catch home-grown acts including MICappella, Ben Hum, Kelvin Chen Wei Lian, Tay Kewei, The Island Voices, and Benjamin Kheng. Rounding off the weekend, on 11 August, have a great workout at the Majulah Fiesta Fitness Party at OCBC Square and hang out with our feathered friends at Pets Play Day (Feathers Edition).
National Day Light-Up 2024 at Bras Basah.Bugis precinct
Venue: Various landmarks in the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct
Dates: 9 Aug - 7 Sep 2024, 7.30 pm - 11 pm daily
Admission: Free
Celebrate our nation's 59th birthday with the illumination of four historical and culturally significant landmarks around the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct and watch them light up in the National Flag colours of red and white.
For this year's edition, Armenian Church, Central Fire Station, St Joseph’s Church, and Stamford Walkway will join the tribute for the light up. These landmarks – three of which are National Monuments – take us on a journey through our shared heritage that reminds us of our national identity.
This year's light-up will extend throughout the Singapore Night Festival until 7 September, aligning with the festival's theme of the "Art of Play." Inspired by the precinct's historical significance as the birthplace of some of Singapore's first schools, the Singapore Night Festival will explore the concept of play and childhood.
Celebrate Singapore's 59th National Day at One Punggol
Venue: One Punggol (3 and 9 August) and open field beside Punggol MRT (10 August)
Date: 3, 9, and 10 August 2024
Admission: Free
One Punggol is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the nation's 59th birthday across 3 days (over 2 weekends)! From bouncy castles for kids and family-fun activities to NDP live screening, Punggol residents can look forward to celebrating Singapore's 59th National Day together with three days of exciting festivities.
There will be fun-filled carnival activities with celebrations reaching a high on 9 Aug 2024. It’s not over yet because the festivities will continue the next day on 10 August 2024 with the Heartland Celebration at Punggol that is located at an open field beside the Punggol MRT!
59th National Day 2024 Celebrations at Our Tampines Hub
Venue: Our Tampines Hub
Dates: 8 - 11 Aug 2024
Admission: Free
Our Tampines Hub (OTH) is hosting the 59th National Day 2024 Celebrations from 8 – 11 August 2024, in conjunction with the Hub’s 7th Anniversary.
Pumping up the excitement will be four days of fun-filled activities, entertainment and freebies for the public such as stage performances, sports try-outs, arts & craft workshops, culinary workshops, fitness workouts, and free movie screenings.
On 8 Aug, get your family together and have fun at the Family Nerf Party while you race against time in this action-packed game where families of all abilities can join in the fun at the Community Auditorium 2 (12pm – 9pm).
On National Day, join celebrity hosts Fauzie Laily and Eswari Gunasagar for the ‘United Tampines’ Concert at the Town Square. The concert promises to be a dazzling affair featuring local contemporary orchestras with leading Singaporean vocalists such as the T’ang Quartet with Nick Zavior, Stringanza with singer Joi Chua, Orkestra Trio with Addy Cradle and Iskandar, as well as the Singapore Indian Orchestra and Choir.
In addition, there will be live broadcast of the National Day Parade 2024 with the State Flag Flypast which will begin from 5pm at the Town Square. The evening will end with dazzling fireworks.
For more information, check out Our Tampines Hub Facebook page.
National Day Celebrations at City Square Mall
Venue: City Square Mall,
Date: 8 to 11 August 2024
Admission: Free
From 8 to 11 August 2024, indulge in a gastronomic adventure at City Square Mall’s National Day Food Fair, Basement 1, featuring a diverse selection of the finest flavours from Singapore and beyond. Whether you’re on the hunt for well-loved local favourites, or new and trendy international treats, you will be sure to find something to satisfy every craving!
And on Level 1 City Green Park, City Square Mall invites all durian enthusiasts to join an unforgettable Durian Party Under The Stars and enjoy an all-you-can-eat durian buffet (60 minutes). Additionally, shoppers can indulge in snacks such as Ms Durian’s signature Mao Shan Wang Ice Cream to beat the heat and kacang puteh to pay homage to Singapore’s heritage of local snacks. To end off the feast, refreshing coconut water and mineral bottled water will be given, providing the perfect balance to the durian’s rich and creamy flavours.
Adult tickets are priced at $68, while tickets for children aged between 7 and 11 years old are priced at $28. Entry is free for children below 7 years old, with 2 paying adults. Get your tickets here now!
Don't forget to redeem your CDL E-vouchers when you shop at City Square Mall from 26 Jul - 25 Aug 2024.
- Spend $60 or $80* to redeem a $5 CDL E-Voucher
- Spend $100 or $120* to redeem a $10 CDL E-Voucher
*If inclusive of receipt from Don Don Donki, NTUC FairPrice, Lifescan Imaging, Lifescan Medical & Wellness, Minmed Clinic, Q&M Medical & Dental and/or schools.
UNWIND @ Raffles Place before National Day
Venue: Raffles Place Park
Dates: 3 Aug 2024, 3.30 pm - 9 pm
Admission: Free
Embrace the Singapore Spirit ahead of National Day with UNWIND @ Raffles Place, an exciting event in the Central Business District on 3 August 2024! The day promises nostalgia and fun, featuring activities for all ages. Challenge friends in classic lawn games like badminton, giant Jenga, or mini-golf, and enjoy traditional games such as Chapteh and Five Stones. Live musical performances from local artists will keep the atmosphere lively.
From 4 pm to 5 pm, join a community bike tour around the Central Buzz District. Led by a custom cargo bike with a solar-powered sound system and a seated DJ booth, the ride offers a unique way to explore Raffles Place with curated tunes from local DJ Leland. Free Anywheel bikes are available on a first-come, first-served basis, or bring your own bike.
Children can enjoy a dedicated play space from 4 pm to 9 pm with traditional local games and a creative workshop to make postcards inspired by Singapore.
Live music runs from 4 pm to 6:30 pm and 8:20 pm to 9 pm. At 6:30 pm, settle in for an outdoor screening of "Sing 2." The first 50 people to register by 29 July will get reserved seats and a free butter croissant from PAUL at Ocean Financial Centre. Sign up here to reserve a seat to enjoy the movie.
SingNation! 2024
Venue: Capitol Singapore, Outdoor Plaza
Date: 3 August 2024
Admission: Free
The annual National Day Sing-a-long at Capitol Singapore returns for its fifth edition. This free-to-join event is jointly presented by Voices of Singapore (VOS) and Capitol Singapore, with live sing-alongs of NDP songs led by The Passerby, Joyce Ang from VOS Ladies' Choir, and Sean Foo and Ke Bangyan from VOS Youth Choir.
Experience an evening filled with trivia games, stories about our shared heritage, and vibrant sing-alongs. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display from the nearby National Day Parade celebrations at 8.15pm. SingNation! offers the perfect opportunity for families and friends to celebrate Singapore.
Jewel Changi Airport’s Celebrates National Day with a Light & Music Showcase Featuring ‘Home (1998)’ by Kit Chan
Venue: Jewel Rain Vortex, Jewel Changi Airport
Dates: 1 - 31 Aug 2024, at selected times daily (details below)
Admission: Free
In celebration of the upcoming National Day, Jewel Changi Airport (Jewel) will be having a new Light & Music Showcase at the Jewel Rain Vortex featuring one of the nation's most popular National Day songs, Home (1998) by Kit Chan.
By pairing the beloved melody of ‘Home’ with stunning projections of Singapore’s iconic elements such as Changi Airport’s control tower and the Singapore crest, Jewel aims to create an uplifting experience for all visitors viewing the show.
In a departure from the previous shows that primarily featured solid color animations, this new show projects traditional hand-drawn illustrations and animations, reminiscent of a watercolour effect.
Sentosa Festive Market by Sunday Social - Made in Singapore
Venue: Palawan Beach Walk (next to Palawan Green)
Date: 3 & 4 Aug 2024 & 17 & 18 Aug 2024, 4 pm - 9 pm
Admission: Free
National Day is coming up and Sentosa Festive Market is holding a special Made in Singapore market across 2 weekends.
Featuring over 25 curated vendors each weekend, families are invited to visit over the weekends between 4 pm to 9 pm to Palawan Beach Walk to celebrate the incredible local artisans and makers! Don't miss out on this exciting weekend of discoveries and bring your friends, your family and even your fur babies!
New Experience - Impressions of Monet At Gardens by the Bay
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome
Dates: Impressions of Monet: The Garden will run until 17 Sep 2024 while Impressions of Monet: The Experience will continue for a limited time, 9 am - 9 pm daily
Admission: From $12 for Singapore Residents
Impressions of Monet, a tribute to the master of French Impressionism, comprises two distinct but complementary elements – the Impressions of Monet: The Garden floral display in Flower Dome, and a multi-sensorial immersive exhibition Impressions of Monet: The Experience in the space adjoining Flower Dome.
For the first time in Gardens by the Bay’s history, the horticultural and the digital meld together in a one-of-a-kind showcase – at 2,650 sqm, it is more than three times the size of a regular floral display – that has never been attempted before.
Meet New Animal Ambassadors At Singapore Zoo's Latest Edition Of Breakfast in the Wild
Venue: Ah Meng Restaurant (Terrace), Singapore Zoo
Date: from 5 Jul 2024
Time: 9am to 10.30am, Daily | Animal Appearance: 9.15am to 10am
Fee: from $37
The latest iteration of Singapore Zoo’s iconic dining programme introduces two new animal ambassadors, the Californian sea lion and African penguins. These charismatic additions join the existing lineup of animals, taking turns to make an appearance at the interactive sessions.
Guests will continue to enjoy the main 45-minute presentation from 9.15am. The presentation features animals, such as the orangutan, fennec fox, green iguana and Bengal eagle owl where guests learn about the unique features of the different animals from their keepers.
Hungry Ghost Festival Immersive Experiential Dining by Chinatown Singapore
Venue: Chinatown Visitor Centre @CVC, 2 Banda Street Singapore 059962
Dates: 14 Aug 2024, 5 pm - 10 pm
Fees: $138 (tickets available here)
Immerse yourself in Chinatown's vibrant heritage as we uncover the intriguing customs and traditions of the Hungry Ghost Festival (7th Lunar Month), a time when the line between the living and the spirit world is thought to be blurred.
The Lunar 7th Month holds deep significance in Singapore's cultural tapestry. It is believed that the gates of the afterlife open during this month, allowing spirits to roam freely among the living. Chinese partake in rituals, performances, and feasts to honour and appease these wandering souls.
On this immersive tour, you will explore both vanished and enduring customs, offering a window into the past and present of this intriguing festival. As we stroll through the vibrant district, you will see murals that tell the stories of this month-long celebration and the beliefs that drive it. From vanished traditions to enduring practices, our journey culminates with a traditional dinner with entertainment, where participants loudly bid for auspicious items in the live auction, believing that winning these items will bring good fortune.
Experience an unforgettable one-night-only experience celebrating the time-honoured traditions of the Lunar 7th Month right in the heart of Chinatown! You'll be among the privileged few with a seat at Chinatown’s exclusive dinner which is usually by invite only.
A Walk through Chinese 7th Month by Chinatown Singapore
Venue: Chinatown Visitor Centre @CVC, 2 Banda Street Singapore 059962
Dates: 24 August 2024, 10 am - 12 pm
Fees: $19.90 (tickets available here)
Explore the traditions of Singaporean Chinese culture during the 7th Month, also known as the Hungry Ghost Festival. Begin with an insightful introduction to the myths and truths surrounding this significant period.
Visit the historic Thian Hock Keng temple to uncover the Taoist practices observed during the 7th Month, and then proceed to the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple for an enlightening glimpse into the Buddhist rituals associated with this time. Stop at a traditional Chinese shop, where you'll discover the array of joss sticks, candles, and other offerings used in temple ceremonies.
7th Month Festival: Traditions and Myths by Chinatown Singapore
Venue: Chinatown Visitor Centre @CVC, 2 Banda Street Singapore 059962
Dates: 24 August 2024, 1 pm - 2.30 pm
Fees: $12 (tickets available here)
The 7th Month Festival is known by various names. Traditionally, Taoists call it Zhong Yuan Jie 中元节 but to the layman, it is the 7th Month Festival. It is also known as the Ghost Festival or Hungry Ghost Festival through various interpretations. 7th Lunar Month is when Singaporean Chinese observe its traditions and beliefs, and with it comes food and the arts.
Come and listen to the tales of the 7th Month Festival in Singapore Chinatown, Singapore and the world of the diaspora of the Chinese. Join now and receive a complimentary Chinatown tote bag!
The Yellow Ribbon Project ‘Moving HeARTs in the City’ Exhibition
Photo Credits: Singapore Prison Service (SPS)
Venue: See schedule here
Dates: 1 Aug - 1 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
To commemorate 20 years of championing Second Chances, the Yellow Ribbon Project will showcase a roving art exhibition, themed “Our Journey, Our Hope", via a mobile art truck for the first time.
The Moving HeARTs in the City exhibition will showcase a diverse range of artworks created by 43 inmates and 2 ex-offenders which includes canvas painting, pottery, and mixed media. It offers insights into their efforts and emotions as they progress through their rehabilitation journey, emphasising the theme of hope and their yearning for a second chance in life. It will visit schools, shopping malls, libraries, and places of interest, sharing stories of hope and second chances through art.
On weekends, the Yellow Ribbon Performing Arts Centre (PAC) Alumni Band will be performing live music, adding a vibrant touch to the experience. Complimentary DIY art workshops will be available, offering a chance for the public to participate creatively.
YWCA HeART Beats
Venue: YWCA Fort Canning, 6 Fort Canning Road 179494
Dates: 24 Aug 2024, 10 am - 5 pm
Admission: Free with ticketed activities
Get ready to mark your calendars for YWCA HeART Beats, a heartwarming event that promises to bring joy to all ages!
Expect lots of guaranteed fun with a Sure-Win Raffle, Kids Zone with Bouncy Castles, Women and Kids Bazaar, Games, Live Performances, and Art and Craft Workshops. There is something for everyone! Every dollar raised at this event will go directly towards supporting women, children, and families in need, ensuring they receive the vital assistance and resources necessary for a brighter future.
Come enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, and charity!
Sign-up Now For the Walk For Our Children 2024
Venue: Sentosa, Palawan Green
Date: 8 Sep 2024
Admission: from $18
Singapore Children’s Society’s annual charity walk is back!
This year's focus is to take a proactive stance in support of children’s mental health. Begin with a 2km fun walk, followed by a variety of carnival stalls, live performances, fringe activities, and interactive booths that provide practical tips on creating a supportive environment for your children.
Each of us plays a vital role in supporting children and youth on their mental health journey. The way we react, communicate, and create safe spaces can significantly impact their mental well-being. Let’s empower and help them build resilience and thrive in the community.
Be part of the movement in Nurturing Young Minds, Building Happy Lives! Sign-up here.
Olympics Games Paris Live Screening
Venue: Arcade @ The Capitol Kempinski, CHIJMES Main Lawn and Basement 1
Date: 26 Jul to 11 Aug 2024
Time: All games as scheduled
Bring the spirit of the Games to life with a series of adrenaline pumping activities happening at Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES. Cheer on Singapore’s athletes with live streams of the Paris Olympics. Come together with fellow fans to support our local athletes reaching momentous milestones on the global stage!
While at CHIJMES, enjoy a free round at the Olympics-themed mini golf course! Simply spend a minimum of $59 in a single receipt within 26 July to 11 August at either Capitol Singapore or CHIJMES to redeem a game, for up to four persons per game.
Try Out Inclusive Sports at the Play Inclusive
Photo Credits: https://sportcares.sportsingapore.gov.sg/
Venue: Singapore Sports Hub
Dates: 3 Aug 2024
Admission: Free
Play Inclusive, Singapore’s largest inclusive sports competition, returns for its seventh edition with a wider array of sports offerings, catering to a broader range of disabilities. Held at the Singapore Sports Hub, the event seeks to promote inclusion in the community by providing a platform for building friendship and acceptance through shared sporting experiences.
This year’s Play Inclusive is open to members of the public for the first time (only on 3 August), where they can try their hand at disability sports such as wheelchair rugby, goalball, football, cycling, floorball, blind running, boccia and shooting.
Through this, the aim is to encourage greater sensitivity and understanding of persons with disabilities (PWDs), and in turn create a more inclusive society. In addition, there will also be basic health assessments for PWDs, carnival booths, and a concert showcasing individuals with all abilities.
New Shop - Nitori, Japan Largest Furniture and Home Furnishing Brand Opens at Eastpoint Mall
Venue: Eastpoint Mall, Level 4
Dates: from 18 July 2024
Japan’s largest furniture and home furnishing retail brand, Nitori, will open its first outlet in the East in Singapore on 18 July 2024 at Eastpoint Mall. Spanning more than 15,000 square feet of space on level four, this is Nitori’s third outlet in Singapore and only one in the East!
The brand aims to provide top-tier home furnishing products and services with quality assurance and guaranteed low prices for maximum customer satisfaction. Families will also get to enjoy special offers as part of its opening!
From 18 Jul to 5 Aug, receive a FREE shopping bag with $60 spend in a single receipt, FREE delivery for furniture purchase above $2,000 and 50% discount on delivery for furniture purchased above $1,000!
That's not all! From just 4 days, 18 to 21 July 2024, Frasers Experience (FRx) members will get to enjoy additional 5% off with minimum nett spending of $80!
Chinese Children Drama – The Legend of Redhill , 华语儿童剧 《红山传说》
Venue: Victoria Theatre
Dates: 24 - 25 Aug 2024
Admission: $35
The Legend of Redhill is a story retold many times, here's your chance to catch it in this Chinese children drama at Victoria Theatre!
A long time ago, many swordfish appeared along the shores of Singapore. They attacked fishermen which cause great suffering. A boy named Aman suggested to Sultan to build a fence made out of banana tree trunks to protect the fishermen. Thankfully, it worked – the swordfish were kept at bay. Everyone praised Aman, saying he would surely become an extraordinary person when he grow up. Sultan fearing that Aman might surpass his own position, so he sent his men to fatally stab Aman.
The Three Little Pigs 三只小猪
Venue: KC Arts Centre, Home of STC
Dates: 20 Jul - 4 Aug 2024
Admission: $27 - $50
STC's The Little Company is bringing back your favourite fairy tale - The Three Little Pigs in July 2024!
When you gather three superstar piglets, a devoted single-parent Mum, and a misunderstood "Big Bad" Wolf on one stage, you've got the perfect ‘Great Big Little Broadway Show’!
Embark on an adventure with the three little pigs as they cleverly outwit the Big Bad Wolf. An original adaptation of the classic fairy tale, The Three Little Pigs teaches the little ones how success can be achieved through hard work and perseverance.
Designed for 3-year-olds and above, this ‘very curly musical tail’ is packed with humour and will have you squealing with glee and howling with laughter as the three little pigs take on the Big Bad Wolf.
Phinny & Wally
Venue: Drama Centre Black Box, National Library Building Level 5
Dates: 27 Jul - 4 Aug 2024
Admission: $28 - $35
“Phinny & Wally” is a fun and interactive play that reminds us of the importance of relationships - both with our friends and family, as well as with the environment around us. Don’t miss this opportunity to bond with your little ones while sparking their interest in the Mandarin language
Dive into the enchanting underwater world with Phinny, a gentle dolphin, and Wally, an enthusiastic whale. In their vibrant ocean home, filled with coral figurines and playful adventures, these unlikely friends explore the wonders and face the challenges of the sea. With ship threats and pollution encroaching on their home, Phinny and Wally discover that unity and friendship are their greatest allies. Together, their unbreakable bond reminds us that true friends never leave each other behind, no matter the tide.
The play is performed in Mandarin and is recommended for 5 to 7 years old.
Decathlon Introduces New Membership Programme
Decathlon Singapore is excited to introduce its new and improved membership programme, which allows members to earn points with every purchase — with these points, members can unlock vouchers to redeem rewards and discounts off their next purchases!
Decathlon’s membership programme is free to register for, and has no expiry date. All existing members will be carried over automatically into the new programme, while all new members who sign up will get 200 welcome points, which is exchangeable for a $5 voucher!
For more information, click here.
Stand A Chance to Meet a Team Singapore Athlete
Venue: 8C Jalan Kledek
Dates: By 12 Aug 2024
Discover a new mural at Kampong Glam featuring our Paris-bound Team Singapore (TeamSG) athletes. The mural captures the passion and grit of our TeamSG athletes, as they strive to fly the Singapore flag high at the world’s largest sporting stage. This vibrant piece of street art is located on the side of the Vintage Camera Museum in Kampong Glam (8C Jalan Kledek).
Head down to 8C Jalan Kledek to show your support for our athletes in the most creative way with the mural. Whether it’s striking a famous sports pose or singing this year’s National Day Song, the most creative image/video submission will stand a chance to win an exclusive meet and greet experience with a Team Singapore athlete!
- Snap a creative photo/video of yourself with the mural
- Post it as an Instagram post on your profile with a caption sharing your favourite TeamSG sporting moments.
- Follow Team Singapore on Instagram, like this post and comment on why you would love to win this experience and with which TeamSG athlete!
- Use hashtags #TeamSGWallOfFame and #OneTeamOneDream in your IG post and remember to tag @teamsingapore in your post!
- Be sure to make your account public.
Last entry submission by 12 August 2024, 2359hrs, and 8 winners will be selected and announced by 15 August 2024 on the TeamSG Instagram page.
Heritage Activities and More at the Qixi Fest 2024
Venue: Chinatown, Kreta Ayer Square
Dates: 3 - 11 Aug 2024
Admission: Free
The family-friendly event, Qixi Fest, returns to Chinatown, bringing with it a vibrant celebration of Chinese cultural heritage, craftsmanship and community.
The festival will kick off on 3 August with the Qixi Fest Street Party at Keong Saik Road, with events and workshops in three clan houses along with fringe activities and stage programmes from 5 pm - 9 pm. From 4 to 11 August, Chinatown Kreta Ayer Square will be home to the Qixi Fest Village with exhibitions on Qixi Festival origins, scavenger hunts, and merchandise booths.
The festival, also known as the “wish upon the stars festival”, dates back to the Han Dynasty, and was brought to Singapore by Chinese immigrant women in the 19th century and became a grand celebration until it faded in the 1970s.
Qixi Fest was launched in 2023 with talks, workshops, exhibitions, and tours. This year, the fest is back with free and paid activities that are perfect for a family weekend out. The activities delve deeper into skillfulness (乞巧, qiqiao), featuring craftsmanship, intellectual games, storytelling, pastry making and songwriting mastery from local artisans and masters, while showcasing traditional Qixi Festival customs from various Chinese dialect communities.
2024 Kweichow Moutai Cup Singapore Lion Dance Championship
Venue: RWS's Late of Dreams
Dates: 17 Aug 2024, 3 pm - 9 pm
Singapore’s inaugural 2024 Kweichow Moutai Cup Singapore Lion Dance Championship will be held at RWS’ Lake of Dreams on 17 August 2024, Saturday, from 3pm. This spectacular event promises to be a cultural extravaganza, showcasing the rich traditions of Chinese lion dance and Moutai's rich heritage as well as fostering a sense of cultural appreciation.
Witness breathtaking auspicious lion dance performances by talented award-winning troupes such as Kuan Feng Arts Centre, Times Cultural Arts, SLT Association, Nam Sieng Dragon & Lion Dance Activity Centre, and more as they vie for the coveted championship as well as usher in Singapore’s 59th birthday. These masters of traditional form are set to enthrall crowds as they leap from pole to pole with their graceful acrobatic lion dance moves.