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!
Celebrate River Hongbao’s 40th anniversary at Gardens by the Bay with choreographed fireworks, larger-than-life lanterns, and activities for all ages. Gallop into the Year of the Horse at Sentosa Sensoryscape, where Disney’s Mickey and Minnie meet legendary Chinese steeds in a magical family adventure. Catch lion dances, dragon dances, and more with our ultimate family guide to CNY festivities!
Step onto the National Stadium this February and enjoy free family fun, from inflatable playgrounds to sports workshops and guided tours. Then, dive into KOOZA, a dazzling circus of acrobatics, comedy, and human connection that thrills audiences of all ages.
1. Celebrate 40 Years of River Hongbao with Fireworks, Mega Lanterns & Family Fun at Gardens by the Bay
Venue: Gardens by the Bay
Dates: 15 to 24 Feb 2026
Admission: Free with paid activities
River Hongbao returns to Gardens by the Bay to celebrate a massive milestone—its 40th anniversary! This year, the festival ushers in the Year of the Horse with its grandest setup yet, featuring the return of full-scale choreographed fireworks at The Meadow for the first time since 2020. It is a fantastic budget-friendly option for families looking to soak up the festive atmosphere without spending a cent on admission.
Kids will be mesmerised by the massive lantern displays, including a 40th-anniversary special featuring galloping horses against the Singapore skyline and the ever-popular God of Fortune. Beyond the lights, the Supertree Grove will be buzzing with energy, hosting a bustling Food Street and a carnival with rides like the Double-Storey Horse Carousel and the Flying Dumbo. With nightly cultural performances and interactive digital games, it is a complete evening of entertainment for all ages.
Whether you are there for the spectacular midnight countdown on Chinese New Year’s Eve or a 9:00 pm fireworks show on the following days, River Hongbao remains the definitive family destination to welcome the Lunar New Year.
2. Gallop Into the Year of the Horse at Sentosa Sensoryscape with Disney’s Mickey & Minnie
Venue: Sentosa Sensoryscape
Dates: 30 Jan - 3 Mar 2026, all-day experience with light-up from 6.45pm - 9.30pm
Admission: Free, Sentosa island admission fees apply
Get your family and cameras ready as Disney’s Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse take centre stage amidst a tapestry of tradition, alongside mythical steeds inspired by Chinese legends in Sentosa this Chinese New Year. In a rare cultural fusion, Sentosa Sensoryscape transforms into a legendary playground where the ancient Chinese legend of the Eight Steeds of King Mu is featured with Disney’s most-loved icons.
Gallop into Spring is an immersive trail that engages all the senses across seven distinct themed zones. Kids can test their sense of smell with aroma-inspired lantern riddles at the Scented Sphere or head to the Tactile Trellis to meet "Yanyang," a monumental 8-metre-tall Celestial Guardian accompanied by towering 2.5-metre-tall figures of Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
For the ultimate family photo, don't miss the larger-than-life red packet at Y-Junction or the Symphony Streams, where the signature twelve-sided lantern gleams like a precious gem by night with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, and Donald Duck featured in the surroundings with lanterns in hand!
Beyond the trail, the festive spirit stays high with weekend movie screenings, live performances, and special lion dance showcases on selected days. Families can also bring home Disney keepsakes available during the celebrations
- Purchase a customisable Disney keyboard keychains at the Disney pop-up booth at Beach Station
- Bring home a Disney URDU Lucky Blind Box for just $15 with any purchase or when you purchase a Fun Discovery Pass bundle at $72 at all Guest Services.
- Spend & Redeem a Disney Zodiac-themed Pick-A-Name Plate Keychain. Redemption details are available in link below.
For more details, visit Gallop into Spring now!
BYKidO Tip: Arrive around 5:00pm to catch the installation in daylight before the installations transform into an illuminated experience from 6:45pm. You will have made one trip but enjoyed two completely different experiences!
3. Discover Lion Dances & More for the Whole Family!
We have prepared a massive list of lion dance performances and other traditional festive celebrations (Dragon Dance, Cai Qing, etc) happening for Chinese New Year. Over 120 happenings, this is a great list for those looking to bring your kids and families to engage in the festivities!
You can refer to our List of Lion Dance here for a highlighted list or head over to the Google Sheet for the full updated list with the latest information! We will continue to update the Google Sheet as and when we get new information too!
4. Experience the National Stadium This February — Free Family Fun Awaits!
Venue: National Stadium, The Kallang
Dates: 2 - 22 Feb, except 7 Feb 2026
Admission: Free
Visit the National Stadium this Feb and step onto the very pitch where rugby champions have battled or simply bring a mat and relax while taking in the iconic stadium views!
Families can take part in weekly curated programmes! Jump on the inflatable playground, go on a National Stadium venue tour, learn to play Tchoukball and Rugby, take part in the lion dance workshop and more!
The best part - admission is FREE! Find out more here.
5. Dive into KOOZA — A Dazzling World of Acrobatics, Laughter & Wonder
Venue: Bayfront Event Space
Dates: 6 Feb - 19 Mar 2026
Admission: $98 - $378
A dazzling Journey into acrobatics, laughs and human connection! KOOZA is a return to the origins of Cirque, celebrating audacious acrobatic prowess and bold slapstick comedy. The action-packed spectacle is a breathtaking tribute to physical artistry and expression of the human body. Transported by our mischievous Trickster to an exotic yet zany kingdom, the show takes audiences into an emotional ride the adventurous self-discovery fo the innocent. KOOZA is filled with many surprises and funny characters from the King, the clowns amongst others.
The show explores the themes of identity, duality, and recognition. Inspired by the Sanskrit word “koza” which means “box” or “treasure”, KOOZA is the concept of a circus in box – a dazzling production that blends heart-stopping acrobatics, bold visual design, and timeless humor in perfect harmony.
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