Here's a list of the best things to do and places to go with kids! Updated with the latest events and experiences weekly!
Last Update: 2 Feb 2026
Get the latest events and experiences for families in Singapore. This list is updated weekly with the aim of providing you with the latest information on what you can do this week with your family!
This list is separated into 3 sections. Section 1, This Week, shares 5 - 6 activities and new venues that you can visit this week. Section 2, Ongoing, includes previously recommended activities that are still happening, and the last section, More Venues, includes some of our favourite places to bring your kids out to!
If you like to share your own experiences,let us know about it and we can share it for more families to create their next family fun too!
The Best Things To Do With Kids This Week
1. Witness Daring Flying Displays & Family Fun at Singapore Airshow 2026
Venue: Changi Exhibition Centre
Date: 7 - 8 Feb 2026
Fee: $39 (Adult) | $19 (Child:3–12 years) | $250 (4x tickets + 1x car park label)
Singapore Airshow 2026 promises an action-packed line-up of flying displays, with a total of eight aerial performances by six air forces and two commercial aircraft manufacturers throughout the event.
Alongside the aerial display, families can also get much excitement on the ground with an extensive static display of more than 35 aircraft, spanning commercial, business, military and unmanned platforms, as well as military assets from the RSAF, German Air Force, Royal Australian Air Force and United States Air Force.
The Weekend@Airshow offers an engaging mix of educational exhibits, interactive experiences and live demonstrations, making it a memorable day out for children, parents and aviation fans alike.
2. Taste Your Way Through Japan at Japan Rail Fair 2026
Venue: Level 1, Urban Park, Guoco Tower
Dates: 6 – 8 Feb 2026
Time: 11am – 8pm
Fee: Free Admission
Singapore’s beloved Japanese railway and food fair returns with a delicious twist! Held outdoors just outside JAPAN RAIL CAFE, this family-friendly event is a flavour-packed prelude to the main Japan Rail Fair in October.
Explore 20 interactive booths featuring regional Japanese delicacies inspired by railway travel, from snacks and seafood to sweets and izakaya-style bites. Highlights include the Fast, Fresh & Secure – JAL de Hako-byun Shinkansen Delivery booth, bringing Miyagi strawberries and Aomori apples straight from Japan, alongside seasonal produce like mehikari fish, Fukushima monkfish, Kiyoken tuna shiumai, sweet potatoes, citrus, and fresh vegetables.
Foodies can enjoy Hokkaido-style fried chicken zangi skewers with draft KIRIN beer, plus exclusive regional snack tastings. Travel and tourism booths offer insider tips and exclusive offers for exploring Japan’s hidden gems. Sake lovers can sample selections from ISEGO HONTEN Singapore, HINEMOS, and Ishikawa Prefecture.
A weekend of food, culture, and family fun awaits — no passport needed!
3. Explore, Build & Play at Singapore’s First Gundam Store at Jewel Changi Airport
Venue: Level 4, Jewel Changi Airport, 78 Airport Boulevard, #04-219, Singapore 819666
Opening Date: 3 Feb 2026
Operating Hours: 10am – 10pm daily
Fee: Free Admission
Gundam fans finally have a dedicated hub in Singapore! Located at Level 4, Jewel Changi Airport, THE GUNDAM BASE SINGAPORE offers an immersive experience for fans of all ages—from first-time builders to seasoned collectors.
Step inside and you’ll be greeted by a towering 1.8-metre RX-78 statue and a giant RX-78-2 Gundam blueprint photo booth, perfect for family snaps. Kids and parents can also join free weekend Gunpla workshops, building models together and enjoying a hands-on creative experience.
Collectors will love the exclusive selection of limited-edition Gunpla, from Entry Grade to Perfect Grade, including rare finds like the MG 1/100 Sengoku Astray Gundam (Metallic) and MG 1/100 Gundam Virtue (Clear Color). The store also hosts special releases and fan events throughout the year.
More than just a store, THE GUNDAM BASE SINGAPORE serves as a regional hub for Gundam culture, connecting fans across Southeast Asia. It’s a must-visit for families looking for a fun, interactive, and memorable outing.
4. Build, Play & Celebrate with LEGO This Lunar New Year at Bugis+
Venue: Bugis+, Level 2 Atrium
Date: 9 - 22 Feb 2026
Fee: Free admission
From 9 to 22 Feb 2026, families can join the celebrations at a LEGO Lunar New Year Pop-Up at Bugis+ Level 2 Atrium.
Come snap photos at a specially designed LEGO Lunar New Year backdrop, where
festive tradition meets creative play. Children can also enjoy a complimentary Make & Take activity to build and bring home a mini-LEGO horse.
Hunt for coins at the richly detailed diorama by local LEGO fans and stand a chance to win LEGO sets. Shoppers can also look forward to exclusive in-mall promotions available throughout the pop-up period.
5. Catch Burp, A Kids-Friendly Theatre Show at Esplanade Theatre Studio
Venue: Esplanade Theatre Studio
Dates: 30 Jan - 15 Feb 2026
Admission: $23
Get ready for BURP, a tale about a man who loves collecting sounds in special jars, each one a doorway to a special memory or feeling. Every day, he picks a few sound jars and plays them on his Incredible Sound Machine, transporting him back to extraordinary moments in time.
But one day, something strange happens—a mighty burp ripples through his entire body, a vibration so powerful that he just has to collect it before it escapes!
Will the man be quick enough to trap Burp in his sound jar or will Burp give him the slip? Join in on an extraordinary game of chase between the elusive Burp and the Sound Collector.
Ongoing Events
Here, you will find previously recommended events and activities that are still happening this week, giving you more ideas to bring your kids out to!
Celebrate the Year of the Horse with Hotpot-Inspired Fun at Suntec City
Venue: Suntec City
Date: 29 Jan - 22 Feb 2026
Fee: Free admission with paid activities
Get ready to usher in the Year of the Horse with Huat A Pot-sperity at Suntec City!Suntec City brings together playful interactive experiences, exclusive collectibles, and rewarding promotions for the young and young at heart.
Over at Suntec City’s Atrium (Tower 1 & 2), visitors can look forward to:
- POTsperity Yuan Yang Playground (29 Jan – 22 Feb 2026, 11am–9pm): A 5-metre-tall hotpot-themed inflatable 2-in-1 play zone inspired by mala and collagen soup bases. Adults can join the festivities at the interactive stations like Prosperity Pot Master, a fast-paced digital game, and the Lucky Roll Station, where guests create their own stamped red packet keepsake.
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Mr Merlion & Friends: Prosperity Fest (29 Jan – 22 Feb 2026, Thu to Sun): A lively plush-themed bazaar filled with interactive stalls recreating nostalgic Lunar New Year traditions. Purchase a $88 bundle to enter the experience
On 20 Feb 2026, the Atrium (Tower 3 & 4) will be filled with the unmistakable rhythm of drums as the mall’s Lion and Dragon Dance Performance takes centre stage. The lively showcase features high-pole lion dance acrobatics by Pho Leng Lion Dance Instruction Centre, and a traditional ‘plucking the greens’ ceremony to usher in prosperity for the year ahead. Adding to the festive cheer, the God of Fortune mascot will be making mall-wide special appearances on selected dates to spread blessings and good cheer.
*POTsperity Yuan Yang playground is free-to-play for Suntec+ Members, with on-site sign-ups available. The inflatable is designed for children aged 4 to 12, with a minimum height requirement of 100cm. Socks are required for entry, and adult supervision is required at all times.
Gallop into the Year of the Horse with the Museum Roundtable (MR) Hongbao Campaign 2026
Venue: 49 participating museums
Date: 23 Jan - 15 February 2026
Admission: Subject to the respective museum’s T&Cs
Now in its 12th edition, Museum Roundtable (MR) Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign 2026 is ready to gallop into the Year of the Horse with brand new red packet designs!
From 23 January to 15 February 2026, visitors can saddle up for a cultural adventure and collect a set of unique red packet designs at 49 participating museums, heritage institutions and galleries, while stocks last. Each set will contain six (6) pieces of red packets, themed respectively to the 49 participating museums.
Trot over to your favourite museums and collect them all before they hoof it out the door! More info will be made available on go.gov.sg/MRHongbao2026.
Experience the Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations with Spectacular Lights & Cultural Highlights
Venue: Chinatown Precinct
Dates: Now - 18 Mar 2026
Admission: Free
Chinatown will usher in the Year of the Horse with the highly anticipated Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebrations from 18 Jan to 18 Mar 2026, transforming the precinct with a vibrant festive light-up inspired by the Year of the Horse, alongside a rich line-up of cultural performances, weekend workshops and the return of the International Lion Dance Competition.
This year’s celebrations will be anchored by the Official Street Light-Up & Opening Ceremony on 30 January 2026 at 6.00 PM at Kreta Ayer Square, marking the formal launch of the season’s festivities.
The 2026 Street Light-Up, themed “Galloping into the Prosperous Year” (万马奔腾，喜迎新春), draws inspiration from traditional Chinese paper-cutting and is centred around a striking 8.8-metre golden horse installation, symbolising momentum, aspiration and collective progress. The illuminated streets across South Bridge Road, Upper Cross Street, New Bridge Road and Eu Tong Seng Street will be adorned with horse-inspired lanterns, auspicious motifs, orchids and layered red drapes, creating an enchanting festive landscape for visitors.
Highlights of the wider programme include the Countdown Party (新春倒数派对) from 16 to 17 February 2026 at Kreta Ayer Square, and the Chinese New Year International Lion Dance Competition (新春国际狮王争霸邀请赛) on 7 and 8 February 2026 at the Kreta Ayer People’s Theatre, featuring top troupes from Singapore and across the region.
Explore the Spring Blossoms Floral Display at the Flower Dome with Stunning Horse Lanterns
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome
Dates: Now - 1 Mar 2026, 9 am - 9 pm
Admission: Tickets to Flower Dome applies
In the Year of the Horse, eight majestic, life-sized horse lanterns handcrafted by Chinese artisans using techniques that originated in the Tang Dynasty over a thousand years ago take centre stage at the Spring Blossoms Floral Display at the Flower Dome. Admire the horses as they cavort amid plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums and bamboo — plants collectively known as the “Four Gentlemen” of Chinese art and philosophy.
As the Lunar New Year heralds new beginnings and good fortune, the eight horses symbolise strength, vitality and success. The surrounding landscape draws inspiration from the aesthetics of Jiangnan Gardens, celebrated for their tranquil harmony with nature and regarded as masterpieces of garden design. Echoing the Chinese literati of the past, who sought rest and reflection in such spaces, visitors are invited to stroll through moon gates or pause at pavilions while admiring seasonal blooms, including dahlias, and azaleas.
Before you go, beat the Blooming Drum of Spring, decorated with the classic Baoxiang Flower motif where lotus, peony and foliage intertwine, for good luck.
Step into the Funfair of Forgotten Futures & Play Your Part for the Planet at Temasek Shophouse
Venue: Temasek Shophouse, Bayan Cove
Dates: 16 Jan - 15 Feb, 10 am - 7.30 pm
Admission: Free
Step right up into the Funfair of Forgotten Futures- a new pop up carnival that engages children and families on the urgency of planet action, through the medium of play.
Created by artist collective and social enterprise Ayer Ayer Project in collaboration with Temasek Shophouse, explore community installations, workshops, and even participate in fun and simple games made from sustainable materials that represent the various environmental challenges.
Usingfamiliar tropes of amusement to evoke a sense of playfulness, the transformed space creates an entrypoint for visitors to appreciate the gravity of the current environment issues that turns it into a site for reflection, resistance, and action.
Find out more details at https://www.
Meet Pikachu & Eevee in Person at FairPrice Xtra’s Pokémon Roadshows!
Catch your favourite Pokémon in real life at FairPrice Xtra’s Meet & Greet sessions happening January to March 2026! Kids (and adults!) can snap photos with Pikachu or Eevee at roadshows across the island.
Upcoming locations:
- 24 Jan: VivoCity
- 25 Jan: Jurong Point
- 31 Jan: Hougang One
- 1 Feb: Parkway Parade
- 7 Feb: The Kallang
- 8 Feb: JEM
- 28 Feb: Ang Mo Kio Hub
- 1 Mar: NEX
Time: 11am–1pm (tentative; check the website for final timing).
Don’t miss this chance to meet Pikachu and Eevee in person!
Stack Up the Fun This Lunar New Year at Marina Square
Venue: Marina Square Central Atrium
Dates: 12 Jan - 24 Feb 2026
Admission: Free with paid activities
This Lunar New Year, Marina Square invites families and friends to stack up the fun and welcome the Year of Prosperity with a vibrant, all-ages celebration running from 12 January to 24 February 2026.
Step into Prosperity BrickLand, a colourful, Lunar New Year–themed brick-built playground designed for hands-on play and high-energy fun. Featuring giant slides, climbing zones, interactive building areas, and imaginative brick structures, Prosperity BrickLand transforms the atrium into a lively festive play universe.
Families can also expect cultural performances, immersive experiences, carnival games, and festive photo opportunities as Marina Square ushers in the Lunar New Year in spectacular style.
Ride Into the New Year With POP MART The Golden Gallop Series at Resorts World Sentosa
Venue: Resorts World Sentosa, including WEAVE and Singapore OCeanarium
Dates: Till 15 March 2026
Admission: Free
Resorts World Sentosa is riding into the new year with the launch of an exciting new collaboration with global art toy brand POP MART – marking the brand’s first-ever resort-wide activation.
POP MART The Golden Gallop Series brings together 12 of the brand’s most beloved characters, each reimagined through a festive lens inspired by this year’s zodiac. Transforming everyday pathways into moments of surprise and delight, the 12 installations,
Families are invited to embark on an interactive passport journey across the resort to collect stamps at 12 designated POP MART passport stations across five uniquely themed zones, for a chance to redeem an exclusive sticker sheet featuring all 12 POP MART characters, created especially to commemorate the Chinese New Year celebrations at RWS.
Step Into the Hidden World of Insects: Microsculptures Magnified at ArtScience Museum
Venue: ArtScience Museum
Dates: 17 Jan - 19 Apr 2026
Admission: $4 - $35
Explore the hidden beauty of insects, magnified into captivating works of art that uncover intricate details, complex forms and surprising worlds up close.
Happening from 17 Jan 2026 at the ArtScience Museum, step into a world where the tiniest creatures become larger than life. Insects: Microsculptures Magnified invites visitors to see insects as never before. Transformed into breathtaking works of art through British photographer Levon Biss, every wing, scale and iridescent surface reveal hidden beauty and complexity within the natural world.
37 high-magnification portraits of insects from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History’s collection will be featured, revealing their intricate forms in breathtaking detail. From colours and textures to anatomical structures that are often invisible to the naked eye, this exhibition offers the chance to rediscover insects from extraordinary perspectives.
Additionally, burrow deeper into the natural world with interactive experiences, specimen displays and a behind-the-scenes look at Biss’ meticulous photographic process alongside stories of cutting-edge research and discoveries from Singapore’s very own scientific community.
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.
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.
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.
Jump Into Joy at Dopamine Land at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa
Venue: Level 2, WEAVE at Resorts World Sentosa, 26 Sentosa Gateway, #02-204-205, S098269 (beside MENSHO X and Chatterbox)
Date: from Jan 2026
Time: 11am – 9pm (Wed to Mon, Closed on Tue)
Fee: From SGD14.00 | Purchase tickets here
Opening in Jan 2026 at WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa,Dopamine Land is Singapore’s latest must-visit immersive playground, designed to spark joy for all ages. Celebrating the “happiness hormone,” this globally acclaimed experience invites visitors to explore nine themed rooms filled with colour, sound, texture, and playful interactivity.
Highlights include Colourtopia, a neon kaleidoscope of vivid hues; Scribblescape, where kids and adults can draw and paint on every surface; Neon Nebula, a neon universe of balloons and light; Cave of Tactility, with soft, textured walls; Chromodance, a disco-inspired dance room; Sunset Lagoon, a golden-hued ball pit; Cushion Clash, an epic pillow-fight arena; Euphoria Grove, a calming four-seasons forest; and Cosmic Oasis, a mirrored universe of stars and galaxies.
For celebrations, the Sky High Party Room adds extra magic, while optional VR adventures and instant film souvenirs elevate the fun. Suitable for families and wheelchair accessible (some rooms may have limited access), Dopamine Land promises a joyful, multi-sensory escape. Tickets are available here!
*The opening date has been postponed, please check the official ticketing site for the updated opening dates.
Explore Art and Imagination at SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Singapore at the National Museum of Singapore
Venue:National Museum of Singapore
Date: Now — 22 Feb 2026
Admission:Ranging from $14 — $40
POP MART fans and art-loving families can discover a more reflective side of collectibles at SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Singapore, running from now to 22 February 2026 at the National Museum of Singapore. This international debut showcase invites visitors to step inside creator Xiong Miao’s artistic universe, inspired by the SKULLPANDA The Paradox Series.
Spread across six immersive zones—Emotion, Fortune, Rules, Exploration, Life, and Direction—the experience uses interactive installations, mirrors, sculptures, and multi-sensory spaces to explore themes of freedom, choice, and inner conflict. Highlights include The Key, which opens the journey with fragmented mirrors, and The Room, a striking mirrored maze anchored by two SKULLPANDA sculptures holding symbolic keys.
The Singapore edition also features exclusive installations, including one inspired by local bird-singing culture, plus free-to-access displays around the museum’s Front Lawn and Level 1—great for casual visits and photo stops.
Early All Access (till 16 Dec) and Standard tickets (from 17 Dec) are available, with priority merchandise access and a Singapore-exclusive gift for the first 4,500 visitors.
Gallop Into a Magical My Little Pony: Petals of Friendship Adventure at Gardens by the Bay
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Floral Fantasy
Dates: 11 Dec 2025 - 12 Apr 2026
Admission: from $12 per adult (Tickets on sale from 12 Nov 2025)
Unleash a rainbow of colour and joy at Gardens by the Bay! The exclusive My Little Pony: Petals of Friendship showcase is galloping into Floral Fantasy. This limited-time experience brings Hasbro’s beloved brand to life, celebrating the magic of friendship just in time for the holidays and the run-up to the Year of the Horse.
The four fan-favourite characters—Rainbow Dash, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, and Twilight Sparkle—have all donned stunning, festive new looks! Their beautiful redesigns are inspired by the vibrant colours, intricate florals, and traditional iconography of Chinese culture, making this display truly unique. You’ll find each pony frolicking in a lush floral landscape that’s been carefully curated to match their personality, featuring bold, dynamic hues for the loyal Rainbow Dash and soft, gentle textures for the kind Fluttershy.
The magic continues with the royal sisters! Princess Celestia, Princess Luna, and Princess Cadance are set against a magnificent Canterlot-inspired castle façade. Surrounded by breathtaking stained-glass-style backdrops, this regal setting is a truly picture-perfect spot that captures the wonder of Equestria. This colourful, botanical wonderland is a must-see for fans and families across all generations.
Come Meet the World's Biggest Known Dinosaur at Science Centre Singapore
Venue: Science Centre Singapore, The Annexe
Dates: From 11 Oct 2025
Admission: From $25.90
A new, epic dinosaur exhibition, DINOSAURS | EXTINCTIONS | US, has arrived at Science Centre Singapore. This largest ever dinosaur showcase in Singapore features two renowned exhibitions, Dinosaurs of Patagonia and Six Extinctions, together for the first time — with a special section by the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum (LKCNHM) spotlighting Singapore’s own biodiversity story.
Organised by Science Centre Singapore and LKCNHM, DINOSAURS | EXTINCTIONS | US promises an extraordinary journey through 400 million years of Earth's history. The exhibition spans an enormous 3,000 square metres, with 33 rare fossils and 60 full-scale models across three interactive zones, including a massive 40-metre-long, 70 tonnes heavy Patagotitan mayorum, one of the largest dinosaurs that ever walked on earth, and the life-sized cast of “Scotty,” the largest Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered.
This exhibition will reveal the dramatic rise and fall of prehistoric life and the five major mass extinction events that have shaped our planet before culminating in a thought-provoking look at the current "Sixth Extinction" driven by human activity on the climate.
The exhibition is now open for a limited time only—purchase your tickets here.
Discover Family Fun and Interactive Art Adventures at Gallery Children’s Biennale 2025
Date: 31 May 2025 to 29 Mar 2026
Time: Gallery opening hours
Fee: Free admission (Art Pack available at $8; My Biennale Buddy booklet with $2 recommended donation)
The Gallery Children’s Biennale 2025 returns to National Gallery Singapore from 25 May 2025 to 1 March 2026 with the theme “Tomorrow We’ll Be…”, featuring eight larger-than-life, baby-friendly interactive art installations that celebrate joy, kindness, love, and dreams.
Families can explore vibrant spaces like Colourful Play by Fern Wong, a sensory-rich playground of textures and sounds; Dance Dance Chromatics, where movement sparks bursts of colour; and Kindness Garden, a calming floral installation designed to support neurodivergent children. Other highlights include nostalgic fun at Home Is Where the Heart Is and imaginative creature-building in the Imaginary Peach Garden.
Beyond the artworks, enjoy a variety of free and ticketed programmes like storytelling sessions (Tiny Tales), toddler workshops (Gallery Toddlers!), and the Children’s Carnival on 1 November 2025. Little ones can also join the Little Explorer’s Trail during Children’s Season and collect stamps across the Civic District. Grab an Art Pack ($8) or My Biennale Buddy booklet to extend the fun at home. For more information, check out our write-up here.
Free Movie Screening at Sentosa Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden
Venue:Palawan Kidz City, Sentosa
Dates:Every Sat & Sun,
Admission: Free
Here's something free and fun for you and family!Sentosa's Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden will be hosting free movie nights under the stars every Sat and Sun! A unique Sentosa event perfect for creating magical memories with your loved ones.
Sentosa's Movies by the Beach offers a delightful experience for families, couples, and friends alike. This free movie screening event transforms the Palawan Kidz City Roof Garden into an open-air cinema, providing a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.
From action-packed adventures to heartwarming stories, there's something for everyone.
More Ideas
Here, we share some of our favourite to-dos for you to bring your kids out! There is so much family fun for every single day!
1. The Latest Indoor Playgrounds
Indoor playgrounds are such popular places for young parents. Here's a list of the newest indoor playgrounds that we have recommended recently!
- Jolly Jungle Safari at SAFRA Yishun
- Curiosity Cove at Mandai Wildlife East
- The Artground at One Holland Village
2. Our Favourite Indoor Playgrounds
Beyond the ones that recently opened, we have our favourite indoor playgrounds that we recommend for families to bring your kids to!
- Kiztopia at Marina Square
- HappyWiz Indoor Playground at iMall Marine Parade
- T-Play at HomeTeamNS Khatib
- SuperPark at Suntec City
- Splash@Kidz Amaze @ SAFRA Punggol
Click here to get a list of the best indoor playgrounds in Singapore!
3. The Latest Outdoor Playgrounds
Sunlight, fresh air and lots of play time! Here's a list of the latest outdoor playground (usually free) that we have recently shared! Be one of the first amongst your friends to have visited!
- A Whale of a Tale at National Museum of Singapore
- Otter-themed Hougang Citrine Outdoor Playgrounds
- Revamped Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
- Choa Chu Kang's Mini-Road Safety Playground
- Adventure Playwood Playground at Bidadari Park
4. Visit The Best Outdoor Playgrounds!
Did you know that Singapore has the most number of playgrounds per square meter of land space in the world? With a playground at almost every block away, the choices of where to play are aplenty!
Here's a couple that we absolutely recommend!
- Admiralty Park Playground
- West Coast Park
- Coastal Playgrove and Marine Cove at East Coast Park
- Alice in Wonderland-themed playground
- Train Playground at Tiong Bahru Park
Let us help you further with our list of Best Outdoor Playgrounds (ALL FREE) in Singapore! Curated for families who love outdoor time, use this list and create lots of family fun every single weekend!
5. Splash Around At These Water Play Venues
Located all around the island, families can head to one of these free water play options to have lots of splashing fun! You may not have expected this, but getting wet and having loads of fun can be free too!
- Oasis Waterpark @ Nee Soon East
- Jelutung Harbour Park
- Splash-N-Surf at The Kallang
- Play @ Heights Park
- Buangkok Square Park Water Park
- Waterplay Plaza at Yew Tee
Discover more water playgrounds in Singapore where you can go for splashing family fun!
6. Free Playgrounds at the Malls
If you prefer not to go outdoors and have fun in an air-conditioned setting (and keeping it free), we got you covered!
Head over to these indoor playgrounds at the malls and give your children a reason to play while you shop, eat and have a break! Bet you didn't know that over 30 shopping malls in Singapore offers free play spaces where your kids will be entertained for hours!
Here are some of our favourite
- KidzPlay @ SkyGarden at NEX
- Great World Playland
- Dino-themed Water Play at Causeway Point
- Sunken Pirate Ship Playground at Anchorvale Village
Here's our list of shopping malls with playgrounds in Singapore that you can consider heading to! Pack your bags and head out to one of these shopping malls to create some unforgettable memories with your little ones this weekend!
7. Learn & Play At Our Favourite Family-friendly Museums
Singapore offers a good variety of museums suitable for little ones. While many of these are chargeable, there is also a good number that offers free entry for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents. We have put together some of the best Family-friendly Museums and Exhibits in Singapore.
Here are some of our favourite museums and exhibitions that you should not miss!
- Future World: Where Art Meets Science at the ArtScience Museum
- Singapore Odyssea: A Journey Through Time at the National Museum of Singapore
- PLAY + MAKE at the Children’s Museum Singapore
- ACM & ME at the Asian Civilisations Museum
- Keppel Centre for Art Education at the National Gallery Singapore
- SINGAPO人: Discovering Chinese Singaporean Culture at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
- Singapore Navy Museum
8. Splash, Play & Move at the Newly Revamped ActiveSG Sport Park @ Teck Ghee
Venue: 1771 Ang Mo Kio Avenue 1 Singapore 569978
Opening Hours: 7 am - 10 pm
The former Ang Mo Kio Swimming Complex has been transformed into ActiveSG Sport Park @ Teck Ghee, a vibrant, multi-generational playground designed for families to stay active together. From toddlers to grandparents, everyone can find something fun to do here.
The park’s water facilities are a major highlight. A sheltered pool with ramp access makes family swim time comfortable and safe, while the outdoor pool is perfect for traditional swimming and catching some sun. Kids will love the water playground, complete with slides, sprays, water guns, and a giant splashing bucket, while the sensory trail and Jacuzzi offer calming, multi-sensory experiences for children and seniors.
Inclusivity is front and center at this park. A Calming Pod provides a quiet space for those who need a break, while the 1,000sqm gym with HUR machines accommodates seniors and individuals with varying mobility. Ramps throughout the park ensure easy access for all.
For land-based fun, families can enjoy a sheltered futsal court, 3x3 basketball and multi-sport courts, and a 2-storey gym with a Gym Activity Room for upcoming family-friendly classes.
Tickets and bookings can be made via MyActiveSG+.
9. Slide into Fun at the Revamped Sengkang Sports Centre!
Location:57 Anchorvale Rd, Singapore 544964
Opening Hours: Tue, Thu & Sat: 6.30 am to 9.30 pm | Wed, Fri & Sun: 8am to 9.30 pm | Closed on Mon
Admission: Adult: From $1.50 | Child: From $0.80
Freshly revamped in June 2025, Sengkang Sports Centre now features five exciting water slides, a sheltered Olympic-sized pool (one of only two in Singapore!), and a wide range of upgraded facilities perfect for family fun. Kids can zoom down whimsical slides like Cotton Candy Bowl, Sugar Rush, and Rainbow Dash, or splash around at the jacuzzi and water playground.
Active families will enjoy Active Groove – a new, tropical-themed space designed for fitness classes like Zumba and K-pop dance. The centre also houses a gym, sports hall, pickleball courts, and a hockey pitch.
Bonus: the fully sheltered pool means playtime continues, rain or shine! For more details, check out our write-up here.
10. The Children’s Biodiversity Library by NLB and Singapore Oceanarium
Venue: Central Public Library, National Library Building
Opening Hours: 10 am - 9 pm
The Central Public Library, located at the National Library Building on Victoria Street, reopened on 12 January 2024 with a refreshed children’s section, which brings the wonders of biodiversity – with a focus on marine life – closer to young explorers. This is the first marine biodiversity-themed learning space for children at a public library in Singapore.
The Children’s Biodiversity Library offers new opportunities, including monthly programmes, for parents and children to have deeper learning in marine biodiversity.
The library includes features such as a floor-to-ceiling column with coral- like features, a collection of marine specimens including shark egg cases and coral skeletons, digital content from the aquarium, an outdoor mangrove showcase, and The Submarine, a room where families can expect regular educational programmes. The library will also feature gamification kiosks with features such as an interactive digital installation where patrons can colour an avatar from NLB’s well-loved Book Bugs series and see them appear on the projection screen.
11. KidzWorld at the Singapore Zoo
Venue: Singapore Zoo, Tram Stop 4.
Opening Hours: Opens with Singapore Zoo
Admission: Free, included with admission to Singapore Zoo
The new KidzWorld is a one-hectare space that augments Singapore Zoo’s 50-year heritage of providing children and their families with a living classroom to experience animal encounters and plenty of opportunities for playtime.
A place where learning and fun meet, the experiences have been designed to spark and grow love for animals, wildlife and nature. These range from interactive play, to meeting animals, to a new water maze to dial up the fun.
Little ones will have lots of space to run at the outdoor playground and splash around in the water play area too. There will be lots of animal experiences where they can interact and get up-close to different animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, goats and more!
12. Visit the Attractions at the The Palawan @ Sentosa
Venue: Palawan Beach, Sentosa
The Palawan @ Sentosa is a 183,000 sq ft new lifestyle destination by the Shangri-La Group and will feature eight new play experiences for families! The attractions include an indoor electric go-kart circuit, an outdoor mini-golf course, a family beach club and more!
Dive into a world of experiences filled with waves of fun and dashes of joy with vibrant attractions such as HydroDash floating aqua park, UltraGolf 18-hole mini golf course and HyperDrive, an indoor gamified electric go-kart arena. Enjoy unique dining experiences at +Twelve terraced beach club, Splash Tribe family-oriented beach club and The Palawan Food Trucks. For dog owners, The Palawan Dog Run is a dedicated safe space for dogs to run off-leash. Come explore, play and bond at the ultimate beach wonderland.
13. Visit A Fire Station Open House
Venue: Selected Fire Stations
Date: Every Saturday, 9.00am to 9.50am and 10.00am to 10.50am
Admission: FREE (walk-in, registration recommended)
The popular Fire Station Open Houses has been an ongoing hit with families! Head down to any of the participating Fire Stations to meet the firefighters and paramedics, and learn more on how SCDF responds to emergencies! You will even get to watch fire fighting demonstrations, board the SCDF vehicles, don the protective gear and more! Activities may differ according to the station that you visit.
Open Houses happen every Saturday with sessions at 9 am and 10 am.
You are encouraged to make an online booking. This will enable our fire stations to plan ahead and provide guests with the best visitor experience. Walk-in visitors without an online booking will be allowed entry depending on the availability of visitor slots.
14. Family Fridays at the ArtScience Museum
Venue: ArtScience Museum | 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974
Date: Friday
Admission: FREE for up to 4 kids
Did you know that up to 4 children below the age of 12 gets to enter the ArtScience Museum for free on Fridays, with every adult ticket purchased? This is not valid for school or public holidays but is still a really good deal!
Use this promotions as an opportunity to bring the kids to the museum and to explore the exhibits happening too! The museum offers several child friendly exhibits and also regular family friendly activities and programmes too!
15. Go On A Kayaking Adventure On The Waters
For those with older kids (7 years old and above), you may wish to go on an adventure on the waters by going kayaking! This water sport is great to get some sun, exercise and with only 2 of you on the kayak - there will be lots of bonding opportunity too!
We have put together a family's guide to kayaking in Singapore where we have included a list of kayak rental venue for families.
16. Go Bowling With The Kids
An indoor and fun family activity, bowling centres can be easily found around the island. It is not weather dependent and is great for the seemingly erratic weather that we have experienced over the last week. And if you need help, here is a list of family-friendly bowling centres for your to consider!
Additionally, we have a couple of bowling deals for you to consider too! These include at
Singapore Bowling
17. Head Outdoors To Nature With The Family
Despite our relatively small size, Singaporean families are blessed with an abundance of parks and reservoirs to explore, many of which are family-friendly too. If you are thinking of heading out to explore nature with your family but is not sure where to start, here's a list of 11 Family-friendly Nature Walking Trails to get you started!
If you like to get more details of specific parks or to read about the latest parks, you may also visit our Park's Page that consolidates all the recent articles that we have written on parks.
18. Visit A Library Near You
Make a visit to your nearby library a regular family affair! By fostering a love for reading, you not only help your child develop a healthy habit, but also expose them to the diverse programmes and activities that our libraries offer. From storytelling and workshops to movie nights and more, there's something for everyone. Don't miss out on the latest happenings organised by the National Library Board happening island-wide!
