Here's a list of weekly family fun events and experiences for you to create family fun this week!
As always, this is just a compilation of our weekly five ideas, if you need more ideas for family fun, do head over to our weekly updated list of weekly recommendations or join our Telegram group for the most up-to-date recommendations!
Dive into the wonders of Light to Night Singapore 2026 at the Civic District, and celebrate Pongal at the Indian Heritage Centre with cultural performances, hands-on activities, and family-friendly fun!
Splash into Lunar New Year festivities with playful Mala-themed activities at Wild Wild Wet and Downtown East. Explore the future of Singapore at the immersive ‘T5 In the Making’ exhibition in Changi Airport Terminal 3. And step into the vibrant world of lion dance at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s ‘Tradition in Motion’ exhibition.
1. Step Into the Magic of Light to Night Singapore 2026 at the Civic District
Venue: Civic District
Dates: 9 - 31 Jan 2026
Admission: Free
Light to Night Singapore 2026 marks the National Gallery Singapore’s 10th edition of the festival and will be extended across 4 vibrant weekends for the first time from 9-31 Jan 2026.
With the theme of “The Power in Us,” the festival returns to celebrate the collective strength that emerges when people and communities come together to reflect, converse and create with the help of art. This edition explores how the power of unity can shape shared experiences and spark new possibilities. Audiences can look forward to interactive art installations, façade projections, performances and programmes that invite them to take part in the festival in unexpected ways.
2. Celebrate Pongal at Indian Heritage Centre with Fun, Culture & Family Activities
Venue: Indian Heritage Centre
Dates: 10, 11, 17 and 18 Jan 2026
Admission: Free
The Indian Heritage Centre’s (IHC) annual Pongal Open House 2026 will take place across two fun-filled weekends on 10, 11, 17 and 18 January! This year’s Open House transforms the IHC into a vibrant festive village, highlighting the significance of community during the harvest celebrations.
Families can expect live cultural performances, where visitors can soak in the festive energy and cultural rhythms of Pongal. Watch tradition come alive through a live pottery demonstration, and enjoy a heartwarming community effort as seniors gather to hand-paint pongal pots for the IHC lobby showcase.
Come take part in an array of hands-on activities such as pulli kolam (dotted kolam), pongal charm keychains, games and more – perfect for visitors of all ages to experience the joy and traditions woven into this harvest celebration.
Click here to see more cultural events from the National Heritage Boards.
3. Splash Into the Year of the Horse with Mala-Themed Fun at Wild Wild Wet & Downtown East
Venue: Wild Wild Wet and Downtown East
Date: 8 Jan to 3 Mar 2026
Admission: Free with ticketed experiences
Gallop into the year of the Horse with a flavour-packed Lunar New Year (LNY) Mala Celebration, from 8 January to 3 March 2026 across Wild Wild Wet and Downtown East (DE). Visitors can look forward to a playful blend of Mala-inspired waterpark fun and installations, photo moments, and exclusive festive promotions inspired by Singapore’s iconic love for all things Mala.
To set the tone for the celebrations, the beloved Shiok River has been transformed into a cheeky “Mala hotpot”, featuring life-sized floats and loungers that take after your favourite Mala ingredients – think lotus root, crabsticks, streaky meat slices, cheese tofu, prawns, and more – adding a humorous twist to the waterpark’s signature currents. The quirky atmosphere continues with giant Mala-themed photo installations (to the likes of soup base packets, plum juice, instant noodle packs, and more) around the park, and even a dry Mala Ball Pit perfect for younger guests outside the Tsunami Pool.
To celebrate the festivities, the first 50 Wild Wild Wet guests daily can redeem exclusive Mala-themed sticker sets featuring Flumi, the adorable Wild Wild Wet new mascot.
4. Explore Singapore’s Future at the ‘T5 In the Making’ Exhibition in Changi Airport Terminal 3
Venue: Changi Airport Terminal 3, Level 1 Arrival Hall
Dates: 6 Jan - Mar 2026, 10 am - 8 pm daily
Admission: Free
Parents, get ready for a fantastic, free family outing that offers both fun and an educational look into Singapore’s future! Registration is officially open for 'T5 In the Making', an exciting and immersive exhibition that invites you to discover the vision, design, and amazing innovations behind Changi Airport's upcoming Terminal 5 (T5).
This is a wonderful opportunity to inspire your kids and show them a key part of Singapore's development!
Although walk-ins are accepted subject to availability, you are strongly advised to make a booking to guarantee entry. Visit the official website to make a booking.
5. Celebrate Lion Dance Traditions at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Vibrant ‘Tradition in Motion’ Exhibition
Date: Now – 30 Apr 2026, 9am – 10pm
Admission: Free admission
Just in time for Chinese New Year, the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) presents 'Tradition in Motion: Singapore’s Lion Dance Heritage' — a vibrant exhibition that traces the past, present, and evolving future of lion dance in Singapore. Families can explore over 50 artefacts, photographs, posters, and figurines, offering a rich look at how this traditional art form has grown and adapted through generations.
A highlight for children and adults alike is the striking display of eight lion heads, representing different styles practised locally — from the well-known Southern Lion Dance to rarer forms such as the Hainan Lion and Fujian Green Lion. The exhibition is organised into three thematic zones, beginning with the history and customs of lion dance, including an up-close look at the intricate craft of lion head making by Singapore’s last lion head craftsman.
Visitors can also discover how local troupes keep the tradition alive today, before ending with pop-culture influences that show lion dance’s continued relevance.
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