Here's a list of weekly family fun events and experiences for you to create family fun this week!
Get your tickets to Rainforest Wild Asia, Singapore's newest wildlife park—locals enjoy opening promos until 31 March! Experience Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2025, a vibrant 35-day Ramadan celebration of culture, community, and culinary delights. Immerse yourself in Singapore’s WWII history at the annual Battle for Singapore festival. Indulge in McDonald's new treats and unlock exclusive deals this February. Plus, book your tickets to the newly reopened HydroDash at The Palawan @ Sentosa for the ultimate floating adventure!
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1. Get Your Tickets to Rainforest Wild Asia - Opening Promos for Locals Until 31 March!
Venue: Mandai Lake Rd
Opening Date: 12 March 2025
Admission: $43 for adults, $31 for children (3 to 12 years old) and $20 for senior citizens
Rainforest Wild Asia, Singapore's newest wildlife park, opens on 12 March 2025 at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, offering a 13-hectare adventure with walk-through habitats, wildlife tracking, rock climbing, and caving expeditions.
Home to 36 iconic species, including the Malayan tiger, François' langur, and Malayan sun bear, the park features diverse zones like The Karsts, The Canopy, and The Watering Hole, where visitors can experience breathtaking wildlife encounters. Thrill-seekers can enjoy freefall jumps, via ferrata climbs, and cave explorations, while families can dine at Singapore's first cave restaurant or other scenic eateries.
Tickets start at $43 for adults, with opening promos for locals until 31 March 2025-plan your visit now!
For more information, read our write-up here.
2. Experience Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2025: A 35-Day Ramadan Celebration
Venue: One Kampong Gelam
Date: 19 Feb to 25 Mar 2025
Admission: Prices start from $10 and vary depending on the activities
Immerse yourself in culture, community, and culinary delights at Gemilang Kampong Gelam 2025!
Savour crowd-favorite bites from 80 food stalls, shop for festive treats and fashion, and join hands-on workshops like Arabic calligraphy and upcycling coffee grounds. Be mesmerized by the 5.1 Surround Sound Sultan Mosque Light Show (Fridays to Sundays) and vibrant performances, from Joget Parades to celebrity showcases.
Explore Kampong Gelam through the Kampong Tour & Hunt, take part in the Charity Run, and gather for the annual Mass Iftar with 1,000 participants. Happening 19 February to 25 March 2025, with eco-friendly initiatives like solar-powered generators and discounts for bringing your own bottle.
For more details, check out our write-up here.
3. Step Back in Time: Explore Singapore's WWII History at the Battle for Singapore Festival
Date: now to 2 Mar 2025
From now until 2 March 2025, immerse yourself in Singapore’s WWII history at the annual Battle for Singapore festival. This year’s edition features over 20 captivating experiences, including exclusive tours, expert-led discussions, and hands-on workshops.
Highlights include the Fort Siloso Twilight Tour, an after-hours exploration guided by historians Dr. John Kwok and Muhammad Saifullah Kamaludin, and A Soldier’s Kit – Field Rations, where visitors can interact with WWII-era soldier essentials at Reflections at Bukit Chandu. History enthusiasts can retrace the chaos of Singapore’s fall with the Day Zero Bus Tour, gain rare access to Tengah Air Base on the Singapore Air Force Museum Tour, and examine wartime strategies at Can Singapore Be Defended? in the Battlebox at Fort Canning.
For a unique perspective, the WWII Through Toys exhibit at the MINT Museum of Toys showcases how wartime toys shaped young minds. The festival also features immersive re-enactments, expert talks, and guided storytelling sessions at historic sites.
Bookings are now open, with limited slots available.
For more information, check out our write-up here.
4. Indulge in McDonald's New Treats & Unlock Exclusive Deals
Venue: Available for dine-in or takeaway at all McDonalds
Date: Month of Feb 2025
McDonald's is bringing delicious new treats to satisfy your cravings! Try the Smokey Beef Burger, a juicy beef patty with smoky mayo, fresh lettuce, and onions, now available as part of the McSaver™ meal lineup starting at just $6. Also, don't miss the return of the iconic McGriddles®, available from 13 February 2025. Choose from Sausage McGriddles®, Sausage McGriddles® with Egg, or Chicken McGriddles® with Egg, or go big with the Sausage McGriddles® Stack, featuring two savory sausage patties, crispy chicken bacon, egg, and cheese in maple-flavored griddle cakes. For dessert, indulge in the Ovaltine® McFlurry®, a dreamy swirl of vanilla soft serve with malty Ovaltine® and crunchy bits.
Plus, MyMcDonald's Members can unlock amazing Monday deals, like 2 for $4 lattes, breakfast meal deals from $5.90, and $10 for 20pc Chicken McNuggets®. Download the McDonald's app for even more savings and rewards! These deals are available for a limited time, so hurry in and enjoy!
For more details, check out our write-up here.
5. Book Your Tickets to the Newly-Reopened HydroDash for the Ultimate Floating Adventure
Venue: The Palawan @ Sentosa
Opening Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 12pm-6pm; Thursday-Friday, 11am-6pm; Saturday-Sunday, 10am-6pm
Admission: $30
Get ready to make a splash at HydroDash, Singapore's ultimate floating water park, now reopened at The Palawan @ Sentosa with exciting new features! With over 30 obstacles, including 12 brand-new additions, this inflatable playground is perfect for family fun. Test your agility on The Mountain, a 4-meter high inflatable with thrilling slides, or navigate the challenging Zig Zag and leap through the Target Jump for a splash! Plus, enjoy returning favorites like Action Tower XXL, The Flip, and Monkey Bars.
HydroDash is open daily with tickets starting from $30 for one hour. It’s suitable for ages 6 and up, and safety is a top priority with buoyancy aids provided. After your water adventure, explore nearby attractions like HyperDrive go-karts or relax at Splash Tribe.
For more information, and to book your tickets, check out our write-up here.
