Here's a list of upcoming theatre shows, musicals, and music concerts for families and kids of all ages to enjoy together! 

*Updated: Feb 2026

Despite what is said about Singapore's art scene, there are plenty of kids friendly theatre shows, musicals and concerts happening across Singapore. We have seen plenty of family-friendly theatre festivals, Disney productions, Broadway hits and more happen regularly across the year!

Here's a list of kids' theatre shows to look out for! Bookmark this page to be updated on the latest family-friendly theatre shows in Singapore!

Featured Shows and Concerts

Singapore Symphony Concerts for Families 2025–2026 – Music Adventures for All Ages!

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to introduce your little ones to classical music? The Singapore Symphony Orchestra’s Family Concerts offer delightful, age-appropriate performances that blend storytelling, live visuals, and timeless classical works—perfect for families.

Here are the upcoming family concerts in 2025 and 2026 that you and your family can look forward to!

Recommended for children aged 5 and above, Young Spacefarer’s Guide to the Orchestra (6 Sep 2025, Esplanade Concert Hall) takes families on a symphonic space journey, featuring engaging storytelling, vibrant visuals, and familiar works by composers, Tchaikovsky, John Williams and more, including Britten’s A Young Person’s Guide to the Orchestra—a great introduction to orchestral instruments and a fun, beginner-friendly way to explore the sounds of the orchestra.

Additionally, celebrate Halloween at the Temasek Foundation × SSO: Halloween Spooktacular! (1–2 Nov 2025, Victoria Concert Hall), a delightfully eerie concert filled with mysterious melodies, spooky fun, and lots of laughs! Hosted by the entertaining Alasdair Malloy and conducted by SSO’s Associate Conductor Rodolfo Barraéz, this festive programme adds a musical twist to the season—costumes are welcome!

Meanwhile, Wild Symphony (21–22 Mar 2026, Victoria Concert Hall) brings #1 New York Times bestselling author, Dan Brown’s children’s book to life with Maestro Mouse and friends. This multimedia concert combines orchestral music, narration, playful poetry, and animated visuals in a heartwarming tale of friendship and discovery that the whole family will enjoy.

At SSO Organ Series: Fairy Tales & Fantasy (6 Jun 2026, Victoria Concert Hall), international keyboard duo Scott Brothers Duo (Jonathan & Tom Scott) will perform a fun-filled concert of duos for piano and organ for everyone in the family. This organ concert presented by the Singapore Symphony will feature thrilling music accompanied by Tom Scott’s captivating animations, including Ravel’s Mother Goose Suite, Mussorgsky’s Pictures at an Exhibition, and much more!

For our younger ones aged 6 and under, we highly recommend the ever-popular SSO Babies’ Proms (13–14 Sep 2025, Victoria Concert Hall)—an ideal first concert experience for little ones! Presented by the energetic Uncle Bill, this relaxed, interactive show invites young children to move and dance freely to the music.

Whether it’s your child’s first taste of classical music or just a fun day out, the SSO Family Concerts promise lasting memories and magical musical moments. Specially curated for families, these performances are entertaining and educational, featuring accessible classical pieces, captivating visuals, and lively storytelling that will keep young audiences fully immersed and eyes glued to the stage! So, mark your calendars for a time of joyful family bonding and musical discovery with the Singapore Symphony!

Arrive early for pre-show fun, including an organ exhibition and demonstration at SSO Organ Series: Fairy Tales & Fantasy, or the Instrument Petting Zoo at Concerts for Children and Babies’ Proms, where kids can try the harp, cello, trumpet, and more! 

Tickets start from $20, with family packages available for selected concerts. Public sale is now open! Book your tickets here.

March On 2026 – A Family-friendly Arts Festival at Esplanade

Venue: Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay
Dates: 12 - 25 Mar 2026
Admission: Free with ticketed programmes

If you are looking for a one-stop destination for an eventful March school holiday, March On 2026 is the festival to be at! This annual festival transforms the whole of Esplanade into a playground of storytelling, music, and movement. What makes this a standout for our list is the sheer variety of family-friendly programmes! From Chotto Desh, a visually stunning dance-theatre piece for older kids (7+), to Squirrel, a whimsical puppetry show perfect for toddlers and babies as young as 6 months.

The festival isn’t just about sitting in a theatre; it’s designed to be interactive. Kids can join a superhero-themed concert, participate in workshops, or explore the various free programmes and installations scattered around the venue. Don't forget to grab a March On Festival Passport where you can hunt for stickers at various sites and bring home an exclusive PIP merchandise too!

BYKidO Tip: Selected shows are SG Culture Pass eligible, and enjoy discounts if you’re an Esplanade&Me member with a PIP’s Club badge.

More Shows and Concerts

1. Disney On Ice: Magic in the Stars

Venue: Singapore Indoor Stadium, 2 Stadium Walk, Singapore 397691
Dates: 14 - 22 Mar 2026
Admission: from $20 per ticket

Get ready for a magical adventure with Disney On Ice as it returns to Singapore in 2026 with Magic in the Stars, a dazzling show that promises excitement for the whole family! This all-new show features the most Disney characters ever in one performance, including the on-ice debut of Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon, Elsa and Anna from Frozen 2, and Asha from Wish! 

From 14 to 22 March 2026, families can join beloved Disney characters at the Singapore Indoor Stadium and experience the Disney magic together! 

From now till 6 Mar 2026, POSB Everyday Card holders can enjoy 12% savings when you checkout with POSB Everyday Card while all other DBS/POSB Cards enjoy 10% savings. 

2. First Rave by The Wanderlings

Venue: Esplanade Annexe Studio
Dates: 19 - 22 Mar 2026
Admission: $60 - $90

Join a single parent DJ at First Rave as she tells of the rhythmically unpredictable journey of mothering. 

She sheds the skin of her former self, mourning the withering of each layer, convinced that underneath all these layers is a cow on a journey with no return trip. On this trip are some things that she knows she will lose: a sense of self, the clarity and separation of night and day, and the awareness that she'll never be alone anymore. But every loss is a farewell that comes with a hello—a first wail marks a farewell to the womb, and a first rave marks a celebration of the journey ahead.

This live theatre performance offers a powerful, magical and affirming experience for babies and their caregivers, particularly new parents, who are often navigating the invisible complexities of parenthood. As the first text-based baby theatre performance in Singapore, both adult and baby audience members are introduced to one another's worlds through puppetry, light and sound, before a gentle and magical rave party.

3. Squirrel by The Egg

Venue: Esplanade Theatre Studio (Level 4)
Dates: 20 - 25 Mar 2026
Admission: $60 - $90

Squirrel loves a good acorn. But not all acorns are good. Some are downright second rate. And Squirrel is fussy like that. 

Under the light of the sun, between the houses and the offices, and the rivers and the factories, Squirrel has buried their favourite acorn collection. 

It’s easy to remember where; it’s under the third tree from the left. Or was it the right? Oh, hang on a minute… 

This is a story of new growth and new beginnings with a sprinkling of magic and puppetry to charm audiences of every age! Recommended for children aged 6 months to 4 years, and they’re actively encouraged to take part in the show!

4. SSO Concerts for Children: Wild Symphony

Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Dates: 21 - 22 Mar 2026
Admission: $30 - $40

Embark on a journey of discovery and friendship with Wild Symphony, an interactive picture book and live concert experience composed by Dan Brown (yes, the author). This modern musical carnival of animals details the adventures of Maestro Mouse and his companions from the animal kingdom. Fusing family-friendly sounds and pithy poetry with a positive message, Wild Symphony is an immersive feast for eyes, ears, and mind — all at the same time.

5. Les Misérables The Arena Spectacular World Tour

Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Dates: 24 Mar - 10 May 2026
Admission: $88 - $258

LES MISÉRABLES THE ARENA SPECTACULAR will arrive in SINGAPORE 2026 with strictly limited performances. As the world's longest-running musical enters its 40th revolutionary year in London, this spectacular production features an extraordinary and exciting new design specifically created for larger venues with a cast and orchestra of over 65 members. 

Victor Hugo's classic tale is an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption – a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit. With a magnificent score of iconic songs including “I Dreamed a Dream”, “On My Own”, “Bring Him Home”, “One Day More” and more, this epic and uplifting story is one of the world's most popular musicals, seen by over 130 million people worldwide in 54 countries and in 22 languages. 

Recommended for 12 years old and above, and no admission for children aged below 7.

6. Roald Dahl's The BFG

Venue: Esplanade Theatre
Dates: from 22 Apr 2026
Admission: $48 - $288

Roald Dahl’s The BFG comes alive on stage in Singapore – a magical new production filled with big dreams and giant adventures.

One extraordinary night, a young orphan named Sophie is snatched by a giant and taken far away to Giant Country.

There she learns that human-eating giants are guzzling 'norphans' the world over. But she soon discovers that her new friend, the BFG, is different – he's a dream-catching, snozzcumber-munching gentle soul who refuses to eat humans.

While other giants wreak havoc on the world, the BFG ignites Sophie's imagination, and they devise a daring plan to save children everywhere. In the end, the smallest human bean and the gentlest giant prove that a dream can change the world.

Gather your chiddlers to see Roald Dahl’s unforgettable story come to life in Singapore.

7. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Date: May 2026
Admission: TBA 

Have you ever dreamed of walking through Willy Wonka’s magical chocolate factory? Now’s your golden chance! In May 2026, Roald Dahl’s beloved tale, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, is making its first-ever stop in Southeast Asia — right at the Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. 

Follow Charlie Bucket on his once-in-a-lifetime adventure, from chocolate rivers to nut-sorting squirrels and the mischievous Oompa-Loompas. And don’t forget to sing along to classics like Pure Imagination, The Candy Man, and I’ve Got a Golden Ticket while being dazzled by larger-than-life sets, Broadway-level performances, and mind-blowing stage magic.

8. Together - Esplanade PLAYtime! Series

Venue: Esplanade Theatre Studio
Date: 2 - 17 May 2026
Admission: $23

Gor Gor and Mei Mei are stuck at home, bored, restless and constantly bickering. With Mummy buried in a barrage of online meetings and no iPad within reach, there is no escape from the flat. What can the siblings possibly do with all this time? Will they try to get along for once?

Join Gor Gor and Mei Mei as their little HDB flat transforms into a magical gateway to whimsical worlds, where they encounter quirky characters and embark on surprising little adventures.

Together is an interactive theatre experience that celebrates the magic of imagination and play, in the lives of the little ones. Through the siblings' journey, see how children learn to manage challenges, solve problems and more importantly, practice listening and caring—all while learning how to play together.

9. Slava’s Snowshow

Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Date: From 15 July 2026
Admission: $58 - $188

Experience the joy and playful spirit of childhood at Slava's Snowshow, a wordless, immensely visual captivating performance, where clowns guide audiences through foolish, mischievous, and magical moments.

The stage comes alive with swirling snow, sudden gusts of wind, and a giant spider web of white threads that stretches into the audience, drawing everyone into the playful chaos. Loved by both adults and children, the show invites guests into a shared world of laughter, wonder, and irresistible silliness, making it a truly unforgettable family experience.

10. The Amazing Sarong - Esplanade PLAYtime! Series

Venue: Esplanade Theatre Studio
Date: 14 - 30 Aug 2026
Admission: $23

Isn’t a sarong just a big piece of cloth? Not for Nora and Adi! When their mother hands them her sarong, the siblings discover that this seemingly ordinary fabric can transform into anything their imagination allows. 

From sails to secret hideouts, costumes to capes, the sarong takes them on a playful adventure filled with surprises, laughter and new encounters. What amazing things will Nora and Adi discover next? 

The Amazing Sarong brings this beloved story to life on stage. Together, children and their grown-ups can celebrate the joy of play, the strength of family bonds, and the extraordinary possibilities hidden in everyday things. 

11. CATS The Musical 

Venue: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Season: Oct 2026 (Limited run)
Admission: TBC

One of the most celebrated musicals of all time, CATS, is set to make its highly anticipated return to Singapore this October. The production will take over Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands for a strictly limited season.

Based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T. S. Eliot, the musical unfolds in a larger-than-life junkyard playground, brought to life through dazzling sets, imaginative costumes, and high-energy choreography.

CATS is, quite simply, a theatrical phenomenon. With its fantastical oversized set, unforgettable score, inspired choreography, and mischievous costumes, it delivers a dazzling song-and-dance spectacle unlike any other.

Blending whimsical storytelling, iconic music, and breathtaking stagecraft, CATS continues to captivate audiences around the world. Whether you’re revisiting a beloved classic or experiencing it for the first time, this is a must-see theatrical event for all ages.

12. Experience The Magic of The Nutcracker by the State Ballet of Georgia in Singapore 

Christmas treats come early with the upcoming performance of The Nutcracker at Sands Theatre playing from 26 to 29 November 2026.  As you take your seat, you’ll follow Clara on a magical Christmas Eve journey where toys come alive, snowflakes dance, and imagination knows no limits. From the thrilling battle between the Nutcracker Prince and the Mouse King to the whimsical journey through the Kingdom of Sweets, and is guided by sparkling snowflakes through a wondrous winter kingdom.

Tickets are now on sale ! Enjoy 15% early bird savings from 13 March to 12 April 2026, along with additional UOB promotions when you pay with an eligible UOB card via Klook.

13. The Candlelight Concerts

Venue: Various Locations
Dates: Ongoing
Admission: from $35 (tickets here)

The Candlelight Concerts are a series of live, intimate concerts. Families can enjoy a host of concerts illuminated by candlelight and performed by live musicians in some of the most iconic venues in Singapore, including SEA Aquarium, CHIJMES and other dreamy locations. 

*Note that the concerts have an age requirement of at least 8 years old, unless otherwise stated. 

14. Gateway Kids Club Storytelling 

Venue: Gateway Theatre Dance Studio
Dates: Every Sat at 10 am
Admission: Free

Gateway Kids Club is a free programme held at Gateway Theatre every Saturday. You can also join the Arts and Crafts session or Free Play activities after the storytelling session! Each month features a different theme, around which activities are focused. 

Registration for each storytelling session will open two weeks in advance.

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