A whimsical balloon wonderland awaits families this March school holidays, where larger-than-life fruit characters and magical fairies bring imagination to life.
Venue: Marina Square Central Atrium
Date: 14 ā 22 Mar 2026
Time: 11am ā 9.30pm
Fee: Free Admission
Forest of Wonders: An Enchanting Balloon Fantasy
Marina Squareās highly anticipated annual Balloon Festival is back this March school holidays! Families can step into theĀ Forest of Wonders, an immersive balloon experience where oversized balloon fruits, playful fairies, and magical installations transform the mall into a fantastical world. More than just a visual spectacle, the festival sparks joy, wonder, and childlike imagination for all ages.
Meet the Strawberry Fairy House
A captivating 12-metre-tall Strawberry Fairy House stands in the heart of the balloon installation, drawing attention as one enters the enchanting forest. Sculpted to resemble a giant ripe strawberry with textured seeds and a leafy green crown roof, the alluring fairytale house stokes curiosity with its white framed windows and a mint green door. Two fanciful fruit fairies perch atop the roof, while a lush forest of blooming flowers and layered greenery surrounds the house. Enter the fairytale house and be immersed in a kaleidoscope of magical clouds and an enchanting realm with strawberry-scented mist!
Families can explore the surrounding magical fruit lands encircling the Strawberry Fairy House, each with its own unique fruit-themed characters, bringing charm and more irresistible magical photo spots.
Explore the Magical Fruit Lands
Families can wander through themed fruit lands surrounding the Strawberry Fairy House, each with unique characters and whimsical photo spots:
Grape Fairy Garden
Delicate Grape Fairies in shades of purple and rainbow gradients with translucent wings dance among sparkling grapes in the Grape Fairy Garden, spinning a quiet spell of imagination over the enchanted grove.
Watermelon Summer Park
The Watermelon Summer Park, an enchanting oasis, stands a round, glossy Watermelon character beaming with rosy cheeks and weaving charms of colors and cool joy over a field of summer dreams.
Banana Playland
The Banana Playland brings playful energy to young explorers, with a cluster of smiling banana characters decked in soft yellow tones with cheerful expressions.
Pineapple Hero
Adding a ray of sunshine is the Pineapple Hero, a humanoid pineapple character with balloon-like limbs manifesting vibrant vitality and tropical energy that fuels the magic of the entire fruit kingdom.
Durian King
Standing tall at 6 metres is the boldest fruit hero ā the Durian character. From his larger-than-life personality to his meticulously sculpted thorns, every inch of this spiky titan is designed to dazzle. With his expressive grin and whimsical feature, this colossal King of Fruits invites all into a world where magic is ripe for the taking. Step into his kingdom and let this giant cast a flavorful spell over your imagination.Ā
Great Apple Tree
Deep within the heart of the woods, the Great Apple Tree stands in a glow of pure enchantment. The fascinating tree, with its alluring fruits, invites one to play, dream, and lose themselves in a world where every leaf glimmers with the promise of a new adventure.Ā
Festival Activities
Beyond the entrancing installations, Marina Square brings magic to life with interactive experiences this school holidays.
Balloon Workshops
Date: 14, 15, 21 & 22 Mar 2026
Time: 4pmĀ
Fee: $20 (1 child + 1 adult) | Limited to 15 teams per session
Families can learn balloon sculpting techniques and create their own magical keepsake together. This engaging one-hour session invites participants to create an adorable balloon sculpture, either a bear or an octopus.
Suitable for children aged 4 and above, each participating team will also receive a door gift comprising a $10 Pororo Park voucher. Registration is available via the Marina Square App (Log in > Tap āShow moreā > Tap āPurchasesā), with limited slots available on a first-come, first-served basis.Ā
Marina Square Rewards Members Perks
On top of the fun-filled activities, Marina Square Rewards Members can redeem a $10 Marina Square eVoucher with a minimum spend of $80 at the mall (up to 3 same-day combined receipts), limited to the first 1,500 redemptions. Those who are not members yet can simply download the Marina Square App and register as a member for free to redeem rewards.Ā
New Members Promo: Sign up between 14ā22 March 2026 with a promo code to receive a random fruit keychain, limited to the first 500 successful sign-ups at the Customer Service Counter.
For more information, visit the Marina Square official website.
