From camps, workshops and events to promotions to reap benefits from, here’s a list of ideas to keep both the kids and yourself entertained during the PSLE Marking Days!

This year, the PSLE Marking Days are from 19 Oct to 22 Oct 2020. That’s four days (six if you count the weekend!) of potential for something fun and memorable! Give your little ones (and yourself) a respite from all that studying with these activities! 

Source (from top left): Kaboodle, BYKidO, Wildlife Reserves Singapore, Singapore Bowling, National Gallery Singapore 

1. Escape Adventure Trails | Free & 50% Off Trails

Location: Around Singapore
Date: - 
Hour: - 
Fee: Free & Paid
Suitable Ages: 10 years and above

Island Wanderer has combined escape room-style puzzles with amazing race-style use of iconic landmarks around Singapore to produce adventurous trails known as the Escape Adventure Trails. 

How it works is that first, you choose your trail of choice – Tradesmen, Promenade, Hidden Gem, etc. – and you will be given a mission to solve. A chatbot will then give you clues, guiding you from landmark to landmark. You will get to solve tricky puzzles as well as explore the city and uncover her stories!

In addition to the free Tradesmen Trail, they also offer free online trails. If you’re interested in the other trails, you can get 50% off when you use the promo code [ BYKIDO50 ]! 

RELATED: 5 Local Tours to Explore Singapore with Your Family

2. SAFRA Punggol Halloween Myths Come to Life | Online Detective Work

Photo credits SAFRA

Location: Online
Date: 17 Oct – 24 Oct 2020
Hour: 6.30 pm onwards
Fee: Free

SAFRA Punggol Halloween Myths Come to Life presents a different Halloween experience with an array of virtual fun-packed activities on SAFRA Punggol’s Facebook page, including an online mystery that’s waiting for you to solve! 

5 lucky brilliant detectives that can solve the mystery will stand a chance to win Splash@Kidz Amaze Play voucher (entry for 2 adults & 2 children) and a $30 Jack's Place voucher at SAFRA Punggol! Open to SAFRA members only. Keep an eye out on their Facebook page for clues. 

There is also an ongoing Best Dressed competition, which will be ending on 22 Oct 2020, and an online Haunted House with a 360-degree perspective! 

RELATED: Halloween 2020: Events & Activities for Kids in Singapore

3. National Gallery Singapore | Kid-friendly Interactive Kinetic Zones

Location: National Gallery Singapore, 1 St Andrew’s Road, Singapore 178957
Date: Permanent
Hour: 10 am – 7 pm 
Fee: Adult: $20 | Concession (child/student/senior): $15
Free for local residents & children 6 years and under

The Keppel Centre for Art Education at the National Gallery Singapore has re-opened its doors and though some exhibits remain temporarily suspended, they have recently launched a new exhibit, the Art Playscape. 

The exhibit features a series of interactive kinetic zones through which little ones will get to learn about gestures and movement. If you would like to go exploring with your kids, be sure to get your tickets or register your visit, if you’re a local resident, online before your trip to the Gallery. 

RELATED: 7 Museums in Singapore to Go Exploring with Your Kids

4. Jurong Bird Park | Free Entry to Singapore Zoo, Bird Park & River Safari for Kids

Location: Jurong Bird Park, 2 Jurong Hill, Singapore 628925
Date: 1 Oct – 31 Oct 2020
Hour: 8.30 am – 6.00 pm
Fee: From $15 (ticket)

The Jurong Bird Park has recently unveiled its new aviary, which houses the park’s pioneer generation of birds that have retired from the Kings of the Skies show. The newest exhibit is home to eight birds of prey across six species including eagles, owls and vultures. Now is not only the best time to visit these former stars at the Bird Park but also the best time to visit our wildlife friends over at the Singapore Zoo and River Safari! From now until 31 Oct 2020, kids from 3 to 12 years get to enter Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Zoo and River Safari for free with every paying adult! Though do note that this promotion is only valid for local residents. 

5. Changi Jurassic Mile | A Long Stretch of Life-sized Dinosaur Displays

Location: Changi Jurassic Mile (entrance next to Terminal 4 Car Park 4A)
Date: 16 Oct – 3 Jan | Fri – Sun 
Hour: 9 am – 11 pm 
Fee: Free (register)

If the viral images of hulking dinosaur structures at Changi had previously gotten you excited, you might be even more excited to learn that the display of pre-historic creatures is now open to the public! 

Located along the Changi Airport Connector, the Changi Jurassic Mile is a 1 km experiential trail featuring more than 20 life-sized dinosaurs. The imposing display does not require any additional fee for viewing but a prior-booking is required. You can place your bookings online or via the iChangi app. 

6. Kaboodle Indoor Playground | 50% Off Kids Entry Fee

Location: Kaboodle, 88 East Coast Road, #02-05 Katong Square, Singapore 423371
Date: Permanent | Wed - Sun
Hour: 10 am – 7 pm 
Fee: From $10 

Kaboodle is a creative indoor play space that does not only keep your little ones entertained but also stimulates their creativity and imagination. Here there are probably hundreds of huge blue foam blocks of varying shapes and sizes and no rules! Children are free to let their imaginations run wild, weaving tales of adventures! 

If you’re heading to the indoor playground, you can get our eVoucher at $5 to enjoy 50% off single Kids Entry fees at Kaboodle, valid for up to 3 uses! Don’t forget to bring your socks along! 

7. Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre | Discover More about The Chinese Singaporean Culture

Location: Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre, 1 Straits Boulevard, Singapore 018906
Date: Permanent 
Hour: Mon: 2 pm – 8 pm | Tue – Sun: 10 am – 8 pm 
Fee: Free

SINGAPO人: Discovering Chinese Singaporean Culture is a permanent exhibition at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) exploring the distinctive Chinese Singaporean culture through food, language and customs. 

You can also explore SCCC’s newest series of sketches from home featuring the encounters of Little Otter and his friends around Singapore. Created by popular local illustrator JangandFox, the series is based on ten key family values such as filial piety, kindness, love, and courtesy, among others. Available in both English and Mandarin, the whimsical drawings make for both fun and illuminating read for both kids and adults alike. 

8. Singapore Bowling | Unlimited Bowling Games for up to 5 at $50 (U.P. $70)

Photo credits Singapore Bowling

Location: Singapore Bowling at Rifle Range, 131 Rifle Range Road, #04-01 Temasek Club, Singapore 588406
Date: Permanent
Hour: 12 pm – 10 pm 
Fee: $50

Singapore Bowling @ Rifle Range is the largest bowling center in Singapore with 38 lanes. Now you can enjoy an hour of unlimited games with your friend or family @ just $50! Your package includes an hour of bowling on two lanes for a maximum of 5 people and complimentary shoe rental for your group. If you’re bringing little kids below 7 years along, you can also enjoy free usage of dinosaur ramps to help them roll the bowling ball down the lane! 

9. ArtScience Museum | Discounted Admission for 2 Exhibits

Location: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
Date: Permanent 
Hour: 10 am – 7 pm (last admission: 6 pm)
Fee (2 Exhibits): Adult: $22 (U.P. $27) | Concession (child/student/senior): $18 (U.P. $20)

Home to immersive exhibits that are a perfect marriage between art and technology, ArtScience Museum is currently offering a special promotion for local residents till 20 Nov 2020 when you purchase ‘Future World’ and ‘Planet or Plastic?’ combo exhibition tickets. Get an adult ticket at $22 (U.P. $27) and a concession ticket at $18 (U.P. $20). 

Though you can get the tickets both on-site and online, it might be a better idea to pre-purchase your tickets online before your visit due to the reduced capacity and timed entry to exhibitions.