36 Best Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore With Kids & Fun Kids’ Events

Check out our Weekend Planner for all the exciting things to do this weekend in Singapore! We’ve found plenty of fun events for kids and parents alike, so read on to find out what’s on.

With so many kids’ events and free things to do in Singapore, we’re always looking forward to the weekend! Well, we’re on top of all the best things to do this weekend in Singapore, whether it’s fun kids’ activities, pop-up markets, kids’ theatre shows, free outdoor playgrounds or free water playgrounds. Read on for ideas on what to do and where to go.

Here’s a snippet of what’s on: Lots of free mall shows and meet-and-greets, Christmas events, National Gallery Singapore’s 10th anniversary, Defence Collective Festival, Affordable Art Fair and more!

Read more: 101 Best Kids’ Activities In Singapore

Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore & Fun Kids’ Events:

1. Pinkfong & Baby Shark live show at Woodleigh Mall (FREE!)

Fans of the wildly popular Pinkfong and Baby Shark are going to love this one: there’s a FREE live mall show taking place at Woodleigh Mall! From 13 to 23 November, there are daily live stage shows, with additional shows from Friday to Sunday, with lots of dancing and singing to your kid’s favourite hits. You can also join a Pinkfong and Baby Shark meet and greet when you spend a minimum of $50 and redeem a photo pass (T&Cs apply). Also, mark your calendars for 1 to 31 December for the FREE snow play session that gives kiddos 20 minutes of snowy fun! More info here.

Live show & meet-and-greet deets: 13 – 23 November, Monday – Thursday 7.30pm; Friday – Sunday 12.30pm & 7.30pm, L1 Atrium, Woodleigh Mall
Snow play deets: 1 – 31 December, 7.30pm – 7.50pm, L1 Entrance near Collin’s Gastro Dining, Woodleigh Mall (subject to weather conditions)

Read more: Free Mall Shows & Character Meet-And-Greets In Singapore

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2. Free gallery entry, face-painting & more at National Gallery (FREE!)

National Gallery Singapore is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and there are lots of free things to do here this weekend! Browse a market with over 13 local brands comprising yummy treats, accessories and more. If you have kids in tow, they’ll absolutely love the free animal face and hand painting. Plus, they can join the drop-in Still Life Birthday Cake activity and get creative with painting, drawing and sculpting. Freshen up at the Milo Van and take this opportunity to explore the gallery’s exhibitions–over 10 of them are free! More info here.

Deets: 15 – 16 November, 10am – 10pm, National Gallery Singapore

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3. Fighter pilot challenges & more at Defence Collective Festival (FREE!)

There’s no doubt that Singapore’s defence collective is fascinating and inspiring–especially to the little ones. Well, families get to check out all the action up close and take part in an array of activities at the inaugural Defence Collective Festival this weekend! There are lots of free things to do, including an F-16 flight simulator, uniform try-ons, a submarine challenge, carnival booths and more! There are also some ticketed activities (from $12) where kids can take on challenges such as scavenger hunts, mazes, electric kart riding and more–and redeem an exclusive Blindbox Plushie. More info here.

Deets: 15 – 16 November, 10am – 6pm, Singapore Discovery Centre, Singapore Navy Museum & Singapore Air Force Museum & 22 – 23 November, 10am – 6pm, Singapore Discovery Centre

Read more: Best Year-End Holiday Activities In Singapore

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4. LINE FRIENDS mini golf & bouncy castles around SG

P.S.A. to fans of LINE FRIENDS–there’s a roving mini golf course and giant inflatable playgrounds popping up around Singapore! This Christmas event is festive-themed, so expect snow-topped mini golf holes and winter-themed bouncy fun. Redeem a mini golf session on the FRx Event Portal with a $50 single same-day transaction at participating FRx stores. For the inflatable playground, a 25-minute play session for kids aged 4 and up can be redeemed with the same minimum spend requirements here. There are also LINE FRIENDS meet-and-greet sessions!

Mini golf deets: 8 – 16 Nov @ The Centrepoint; 24 – 30 Nov @ Tampines 1; 1 – 7 Dec @ Tiong Bahru Plaza; 15 – 21 Dec @ Hougang Mall; 22 – 28 Dec @ Eastpoint Mall
Giant inflatables deets: 1 – 7 Dec @ Northpoint City; 8 – 14 Dec @ Waterway Point; 15 – 21 Dec @ Causeway Point; 22 – 28 Dec @ Century Square
Meet-and-greet deets: 29 – 30 Nov & 20 – 21 Dec, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm @ The Centrepoint; 13 – 14 Dec, 3pm, 5pm, 7pm @ Waterway Point

Read more: Free Mall Shows & Character Meet-and-Greets In Singapore

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5. See famous works from Monet, Cézanne & more at National Gallery Singapore

The largest French Impressionist exhibition in Southeast Asia has landed in Singapore! You’ll get to see famous works by some of the most celebrated names in the history of art, including Claude Monet, Paul Cézanne, Pierre-August Renoir, Édouard Manet and Edgar Degas–for the first time ever in Singapore. Tickets are from $15 and kids below the age of 6 enter free! More info here.

Deets: 14 November 2025 – 1 March 2026, National Gallery Singapore, City Hall Wing, Level 3, Singtel Special Exhibition Galleries 1, 2 & 3

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6. Disney-themed installations at Changi Airport & Jewel (FREE!)

Captain Mickey and Captain Minnie are taking the reins at Changi Airport and Jewel Changi! The Changi Festive Village is back, and its Disney Cruise theme is fun for the kids and super nostalgic for the adults. The cruise ship and storybook installation at the Terminal 3 departure gate is a show-stopper–head here at 7.30pm and 8.30pm for daily snowfall shows (with an additional 9.30pm show on Friday to Sunday). There are also Disney character meet and greets on selected days. Also, check out a Disney-themed carnival and underwater photobooth while you’re there. The festivities also extend to Jewel Changi Airport with festive installations and more Disney Cruise fun at Canopy Park (standard entry fees apply). More info here.

Deets: 5 November 2025 – 4 January 2026, Changi Airport Terminal 3 & Jewel Changi Airport

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7. See the Orchard Road light-ups & festive villages (FREE!)

Orchard Road will be lit with dazzling Christmas lights from this weekend onwards! Look forward to SG60-themed festive photo ops at Shaw House Urban Plaza, Wisma Atria, Ngee Ann City and Mandarin Gallery, as well as lights lining the streets from Tanglin Mall to Plaza Singapura. The Christmas villages are also must-visits, especially if you have kids in tow. The one at Shaw House opens on 8 November, and the larger Christmas Village at Ngee Ann City opens on 9 October with a towering 14-metre-tall Christmas tree and snowfall shows. Read more about the Orchard Road Christmas Light Up.

Shaw House: 8 November 2025 – 1 January 2026, Monday – Thursday 3pm – 10pm, Friday – Sunday, PH & NYE 2pm – 10pm; Christmas Eve 2pm – 12.30am, Shaw House Urban PLaza

Ngee Ann City: 9 November – 4 December 2025, Monday – Thursday 3pm – 10pm, Friday – Sunday 12pm – 10pm; 5 December – 1 January, 12pm – 10pm, Daily; 12pm – 12.30am on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve, Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza

Read more: Best Christmas Events In Singapore 2025

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8. Kids’ art studio & more at Affordable Art Fair

The Affordable Art Fair is back at the F1 Pit Building this weekend. This year’s edition sees the return of the Children’s Art Studio, where kids aged 4 to 12 can put their own spin on what a futuristic Singpaore might look like. There are also workshops with art and craft sessions for kids and adults, including wood burning drawing, delving into the world of insects and more. There are 95 galleries to browse, too, making it the perfect weekend activity for art lovers! Tickets cost from $24–get them here. Children under 16 enter for free with an accompanying adult.

Deets: 14 – 16 November, Friday 11am – 9pm, Saturday – Sunday 10am – 7pm, F1 Pit Building

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9. Shop for your pets’ holiday gifts at PetExpo Fiesta

‘Tis the weekend to spoil your furkids, because PetExpo Fiesta is taking place at Singapore EXPO. It’s meant to be a lifestyle-focused edition of the wildly popular PetExpo, so expect lots of experiential elements. Pups can take on a Dog Agility Ground and tumble around a doggy ball pit, while Kits have their very own Cat Box playground. There’s also a parrot showcase, free cat microchipping, a pet buffet, carnival games and more. Tickets cost $6 for a one-day pass and $14 for a three-day pass–get them here. Kids aged 12 and below, pets and seniors enter free!

Deets: 14 – 16 November, Friday 11am – 8pm, Saturday – Sunday 10am – 8pm, Singapore EXPO Hall 7

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10. Shop preloved luxury goods at One Soul Many Stories (FREE entry!)

Attention all fashionistas! There’s a curated fashion pop-up with over 3,000 designer pieces taking place this weekend. One Soul Many Stories is known to have a trove of preloved branded goods from luxury brands such as Chanel, Céline, Balmain and more. Entry to the event is free–just register here. You can also book a styling session for $150.

Deets: 14 – 15 November, 9am – 5pm, Ida’s, Gillman Barracks, 9 Lock Road, Singapore 108937

Read more: Weekend Markets & Flea Markets In Singapore

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11. Free unicorn balloons & magical play lawn at Downtown East (FREE!)

Downtown East turns into a magical wonderland of unicorns and fairies! This year-end holiday event takes place throughout the month of November and December, so there’s plenty of time to experience all the unicorn goodness the mall has to offer. For one, there’s a Magical Play Lawn that’s graced with bubble gun-wielding fairies, with free sculpted unicorn balloons for the kiddos. There’s also live Christmas carolling and music performances to look forward to every weekend, with special festive performances on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. More info here.

Deets: 8 November – 31 December, Saturday 6.30pm – 8.30pm & Sunday 11.30am – 1.30pm, Event Square at Downtown East.

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12. Wicked-themed festivities at Resorts World Sentosa (FREE!)

Did you know that Resorts World Sentosa is hosting the premiere of the new ‘Wicked: For Good’ film on 13 November? No surprise, then, that this year-end event is fully Wicked-themed! Look out for the Yellow Brick Road, Glinda’s Bubble, the Emerald City, Elphaba’s Hat and more iconic elements from the World of Oz around RWS. More info here.

Deets: 10 November 2025 – 4 January 2026, From Sensoryscape to Resorts World Sentosa

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13. Pokémon dance parades & more at Suntec City (FREE!)

This weekend, Suntec City is filled with lots of interactive Pokémon experiences, including dance parades and holiday-themed goodies. Snap lots of pics with Pokémon inflatables, and take on a digital holiday quest while you’re there. Young kiddos will also love the multi-sensory Holiday Cabin (Suntec+ members get free entry). This Christmas event also has snowfall shows! More info here.

Deets: 6 November – 28 December 2025, Holiday Cabin from 11am – 9pm (last entry at 8.50pm), Suntec City Atrium (Tower 1 & 2)

Read more: Christmas Events In Singapore

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14. Spot Mofusand across Singapore (FREE!)

The adorable Mofusand can be spotted at 17 malls across Singapore! The popular kitty takes on various cheeky themes: Board Shark, Fruit Meow and Coffee and Donuts. Shoppers can snap lots of photos with the playful installations and play around with AR filters. We also hear there are Mofusand meet-and-greets on various dates at select malls. Look out for pop-ups for some equally cute merch. More info here.

Deets: 5 November – 31 December, 17 CapitaLand malls including Bugis Junction, Plaza Singapura & more

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15. Check out the Singapore Urban Sports + Fitness Festival

This one’s more for adults–but a fab one to bookmark especially if you’re into fitness and sports! The Singapore Urban Sports + Fitness Festival (SGUSFF) 2025 is a massive one this year, with over 20 sports and fitness experiences to check out over three weekends. Fitspo folks can explore everything from street dance and climbing, to extreme sports and HYROX and more! There’s even an all-female fitness festival, The Butterfly Effect, taking place, as well as Singapore’s first indoor rowing experience! Note that registration fees may apply–more info here.

Deets: 14 – 16 November, Singapore Sports Hub; 22 – 23 November, Dempsey + Somerset Belt; 29 – 30 November, Singapore EXPO + *SCAPE

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16. Free panel session for parents of young children (FREE!)

Parents, we know how important it is to take care of our mental health, especially when raising young children. The Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) is hosting the SAMH Parents Connect 2025, and you’re invited! This outreach program is designed for parents and caregivers of young children, and you’ll have the opportunity to hear from expert panelists. Deep dive into topics that include caring for young children, supporting children in managing their emotions, preventing caregiver burnout and exercising self-care and self-compassion. There’s also a panel taking place on 15 November that’s suitable for parents with children aged 7 to 12. Kids can take part in free drama and arts and crafts activities. More info here.

Deets: 8 November, 9.45am – 1pm, The Inspire Space Auditorium, 11 Sam Leong Road, Trio Building Level 4, Singapore 207903; 15 November, 9.30am – 3pm, SAMH Space2Connect, Blk 1 Maude Road, Level 3, Singapore 200001

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17. Carnival games, storytelling & more at SWF Playground

The Singapore Writers Festival kicks off this weekend, and there’s lots of fun for the little ones. The festival has created spaces and programmes specially for kids, including a futuristic living room with a dedicated baby and crawler zone (free), storytelling sessions (free), animal-themed carnival games ($15) and more! The SG Culture Pass can be used for paid programmes. View the full programme lineup here.

Deets: 7 – 16 November, various dates & timings, various The Arts House venues here

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18. See live ant colonies at TinyTopia

Hear us out: ants are cool! They teach us teamwork, resilience and strength–and it’s pretty mesmerising to watch them hard at work. If you’ve got a kiddo who loves spotting insects while out and about, plan a visit to TinyTopia, an ant-themed pop-up museum. There are insect encounters and artworks, as well as dioramas of landmarks that double as ant colonies. We hear you can even buy ant and mantis enclosures! Tickets cost from $13.20/person and you can get them here.

Deets: Now till 28 December, Open Daily except Mondays and Thursdays, 743 N Bridge Rd, Singapore

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19. Immerse yourself in the world of Alice in Wonderland

There’s a brand new immersive exhibition in town, and it’s a treat for those who grew up watching and reading the adventures of Alice in Wonderland. ‘Alice: Into the New World’ brings you down the rabbit hole with five massive projection screens. Journey through the Mad Hatter’s tea party to the Queen of Heart’s rose garden, all accompanied by tunes from a leading K-Pop producer! Tickets cost from $28/adult and $18/child and you can get them here.

Deets: 31 October onwards, Groundseesaw @ Parkview Square

Read more: Free Museums & Must-See Exhibitions In Singapore For Families

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20. Unlimited fitness trials at Active Fest 2025

Looking to take a deep dive into your fitness journey? Active Fest 2025 might just be for you! Taking place over three weekends, it’s packed with sports and fitness trial sessions, family-friendly activities and prizes to be won. There’s an entry fee of $5 (you can also redeem this with ActiveSG credits), which gives you access to unlimited trial sessions within the programme window. Get tickets here.

Deets: 16 November, 8am – 2pm, Heartbeat @ Bedok

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21. Snap lots of photos at this 6-metre-tall steel installation (FREE!)

We love a great free art exhibition in Singapore, especially when it’s photo-worthy! If you can resonate, then head over to Artspace@Helutrans to check out the 6-metre-tall steel installation, ‘Being Human: Forging Fields of Experience’. It’s made of recycled industrial steel, and the end result is a giant maze of human figures.

Niko – Beyond the Northern Lights: 8 November, Deets: 31 October – 30 November, 9am – 6pm, Artspace@Helutrans, 39 Keppel Rd, #01-05 Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Singapore 089065

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22. Check out the new Jurassic Nest Tower at Changi Airport (FREE!)

New and free outdoor playground alert! A small new playground has opened just beside Hub & Spoke Cafe at Changi Airport Terminal 2. Modelled after a Pterodactyl nest, this playground has lots of climbing and two slides for kids. It’s not huge, but serves as a great space for little ones to run around while you have coffee at the next-door cafe, or after you’ve finished exploring the Changi Jurassic Mile. Read more about it here, and watch our Reel here!

Deets: Open 24 hours daily, next to Hub & Spoke Cafe, 60 Airport Boulevard #01-T2S-02, Singapore Changi Airport, 819643

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23. Try the famous spinning pizza at the Capitol Bistro. Bar. Patisserie

The world-famous Crazy Pizza has landed in Singapore! It’s made an appearance in 20 destinations worldwide, to high acclaim. Bring the fam to try it out this weekend, and you’ll get to witness the famous acrobatic spinning pizzas while munching on ultra thin and light pizzas. Try their classic pizzas that come with a contemporary twist, and be sure to leave room for their deserts. Read more about it here and book a table here.

Deets: 23 October – 14 December, Capitol Bistro. Bar. Patisserie, The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore

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24. Experience vibrant sunflower fields at Flower Dome

It’s impossible not to feel joyful when surrounded by vibrant sunflowers! This season, the Flower Dome at Gardens by the Bay is adorned with sunflower fields in yellow, red and brown. See if you can spot the 20 different variations, and check out sunflowers as tall as 1.8 metres! It’s also set against a backdrop of the famous Pink City of India, Jaipur. Look forward to recreations of iconic sights such as the Hawa Mahal palace and the Patrika Gate–all incredibly photogenic spots for a fun weekend activity with the kids! Admission charges to the Flower Dome apply and you can find out more here.

Deets: 22 October – 16 November, 9am – 9pm, Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay

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25. See life-sized dinos at Science Centre Singapore

Dinosaurs| Extinctions | Us opens at Science Centre Singapore this weekend! Bring your dino-loving kiddos to check out one of the largest ever dinos to have ever existed, in the form of a full-scale cast. It’s a whopping 40 metres long, plus there are a total of 13 dino species to check out. Look forward to also seeing 33 real fossils at this huge exhibition. Tickets cost from $29.90 per adult and $25.90 per child, and you can get them here. Read more about the Dinosaurs | Extinctions | Us exhibition.

Deets: 11 October onwards, 10am – 4pm Daily, Science Centre Singapore

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26. Visit the new ‘A Whale of a Tale’ playground (FREE!)

A brand-new intergenerational playground has opened at the National Museum of Singapore this weekend! ‘A Whale of a Tale, a Magical Bridge Design’ brings back the museum’s famous blue whale skeleton from the early 1900s, in the form of a playground built for all to enjoy. It includes kid-friendly sensory play features, accessible equipment, as well as workout areas suitable for seniors. More info here.

Deets: Open daily, National Museum of Singapore, near the Front Lawn

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27. Register for Run for Hope to support a good cause ($5 off!)

Run for Hope is back for its 2025 edition this November, and we’ve got exclusive promo code for our readers. Registrations are still open, and the registration fees will go to benefit cancer research and awareness efforts by the National Cancer Centre Singapore. Plus, you get to clock in a good 5km or 10km run! Read more about it here.

Deets: 23 November, Marina Barrage

Read more: Marathons & Running Events In Singapore

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28. Kids’ playground & freebies at Guoco Midtown (FREE!)

Here’s a lesser-known thing to do over the weekend with kids: Guoco Midtown is the place to be on Sundays! Not only are there free meals for kids, but there’s also a kids’ corner with a playground, colouring activities and more–all for free! Read more about what’s on at Guoco Midtown here and check out the full list of Sunday F&B freebies here.

Deets: Now till 30 November, every Sunday, 10am – 10pm, Guoco Midtown

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29. Immersive new exhibition at the SG60 Heart&Soul Experience (FREE!)

We love a free exhibition in Singapore and this weekend is the perfect time to check out the all-new SG60 Heart&Soul Experience at Orchard Library. This immersive experience brings you through Singapore’s past, present and future and we love how aesthetic it is. It culminates in a multi-sensorial space with floor-to-ceiling projections. The experience takes about 60 to 90 minutes and is recommended for kids aged 7 and above. Tickets are completely FREE, however, bookings are a must. You can also check out some non-ticketed installations at the atria of Orchard Central and orchardgateway. Get tickets here.

Deets: 26 August – 31 December 2025, Tuesday – Sunday, 9am – 9pm; Mondays, 9am – 6pm, Orchard Library

Read more: Best Free Public Libraries In Singapore

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30. Ride Peranakan-themed cable cars

The Singapore Cable Car’s Sentosa Line is now Peranakan-themed! Not only can you now ride in cabins decked out in Peranakan heritage patterns and motifs, but you can also get fab discounts for the rides with 1-for-1 deals. Tickets are now $4 for a round trip (U.P. $4/adult & $3/child) and $14 for unlimited rides–for two pax (one adult and one child) for all local residents! Tickets are available at all Singapore Cable Car ticketing counters at Sentosa and Mount Faber Peak, as well as at the Sentosa Guest Services Centre — except for VivoCity Level 3. More info here.

Deets: Now till 31 December 2025, Singapore Cable Car (Sentosa Line)

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31. Watch mermaids at Cosford Container Park (FREE!)

Bring your mermaid-loving kiddos to Cosford Container Park this weekend for a live mermaid show! Every Saturday and Sunday, there’ll be hour-long mermaid performances (in an actual water tank!) by The Dancing Mermaid.

Deets: 31 May till the end of the year, Saturday 7.30pm – 8.30pm; Sunday 7pm – 8pm, Cosford Container Park

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32. Star Wars Pop-Up Library with robots at Changi Airport (FREE!)

There’s a cool new Star Wars Pop-Up Library at Changi Airport Terminal 3 and it’s completely free to enter! This futuristic pop-up features over 2,000 specially curated Star Wars books, including comics, manga and novels, many of which are stored in a library that looks like a spaceship control centre! Here’s the cool part: it’s got robot librarians! Head to the screen to borrow a book, then watch as the robot retrieves it. It does take some time to do so, but trust us when we say the kiddos will find the whole process fascinating.

Deets: Now till 24 January 2026, 10am – 10pm, Changi Airport Terminal 3, Level 2 (near the Skytrain and linkbridge to Jewel)

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33. Multi-sensory installations at Gallery Children’s Biennale (FREE!)

Gallery Children’s Biennale opens this weekend at National Gallery Singapore. Kids can explore eight multi-sensory installations, all surrounding the theme “Tomorrow, We’ll Be…”. It’s all about Joy, Kindness, Love and Dream and is designed for kids of all ages. In fact, it’s the first time all installations are baby-friendly. Find out more about Gallery Children’s Biennale here.

Deets: 31 May 2025 – 29 March 2026, National Gallery Singapore

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34. Check out the new PLAY + MAKE creative space (FREE*)

The all-new PLAY + MAKE at Children’s Museum Singapore opens this weekend, and it’s perfect for kids who love to tinker, imagine, and create. Inspired by the permanent exhibition ‘Into the Hawkerverse’, this new space lets them piece together outfits, stage their own stories, throw a kueh tea party and get hands-on with materials like rattan, fabric and wood. There’s a rotating line-up of activities too—think paper dolls, crockery design and weaving crafts. Parents will appreciate the thoughtful guide (co-created with BRB Kids) to help spark meaningful play and conversations. And yes, there’s even a LEGO tingkat and Hokkien Mee shoes to check out. *Entry is FREE for Singaporeans and PRs; standard rates apply here.

Deets: 20 July 2025 – 31 March 2026, Children’s Museum Singapore

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35. Visit the Learning Gallery at Singapore Art Museum (FREE!)

If you’re looking for free things to do this weekend, here’s one to jot down. The Singapore Art Museum (SAM) opens its refreshed Learning Gallery and it spotlights the theme of ‘Childhood’. Be among the first to see exclusive artworks at the free Art Carnival taking place for one day only. There are fun workshops such as paper camera-making, guided tours and even the opportunity to make a sticker cai fan dish. Entry to the Learning Gallery is FREE and you can find out more here.

Deets: Now – 28 June 2026 (Free carnival on 2 August) 10am – 7pm, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark, Level 1 Gallery 2

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36. Attend a storytelling sesh at Gateway Kids Club (FREE!)

Did you know that there are free kids’ storytelling sessions every Saturday at the Gateway Theatre? Gateway Kids Club offers a different theme each month, and this November, it’s all about ‘The Greatest Gift Is Love’! Bring the kids for free storytelling sessions, all surrounding the man of the family. Register here.

Deets: 8, 15, 22, 29 November, 10am onwards, Gateway Dance Studio

Read more: Kids Theatre Shows & Concerts Happening In Singapore

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Stay tuned for these upcoming weekend events for kids and adults! ↓

 

Ride a real-life Tayo Bus

Hop On Tayo is back over the weekends between 22 November and 28 December–just in time for a wholesome year-end holiday activity! Kids will get to enjoy sing-alongs, interactive and educational activities and photo ops en route to Tayo Station at Downtown East. You’ll also get to bring home an exclusive goodie bag that includes a Tayo Lanyard and Balloon Clapper. Each ride costs $5, and ride + play bundle deals are available here.

Deets: 22 November – 28 December, Saturday & Sunday, from SAFRA Punggol, SAFRA Tampines or SAFRA Yishun to Tayo Station at Downtown East

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Follow the adventure of Pinocchio: A Whale of a Tale!

Another weekend, another fun kids’ theatre show! ‘Pinocchio: A Whale of a Tale!’ is a musical puppet show that takes you through a magical adventure of enchanted forests and the open sea. It’s a rare chance for you to catch a large-scale puppet musical with handcrafted puppets, including life-sized and traditional ones. Get tickets for $40 here.

Deets: 27 – 29 November 2025, various timings, 10 Square @ Orchard Central

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Looking for more fun things to do this weekend in Singapore with kids? Here are more ideas:

Tinker & create at Spark!Lab, Punggol Library (FREE!)

Did you know that Punggol Library has a pop-up tinkering space for kids? Bring your curious little ones to take on challenges such as building a vehicle or figuring out how to clean the oceans. They can tinker and get creative, and there are questions that’ll guide them through each activity. It’s best suited for kids aged 7 to 17, but kids younger than 8 years old can give it a try when accompanied by an adult. Entry is first-come-first serve.

Deets: Saturday – Sunday 10am – 8.30pm; Monday – Friday 2pm – 8.30pm (closed on PH and the eve of Christmas, New Year), Punggol Library

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Watch a free movie at Nightflix Somerset (FREE!)

Every first Saturday of the month, head down to Somerset Youth Park for a free outdoor movie screening at Nightflix Somerset! All you have to do is bring your own headphones, a picnic mat and movie buddies (aka your kids) to enjoy a free movie screening–perfect if you’re wondering what to do in Singapore this weekend. Just register via the Cinewav app to secure a spot! More info here.

Deets: 7.30pm, Every first Saturday of the month till 31 December 2025, Somerset Youth Park

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Head to a Fire Station Open House this weekend (FREE!)

Does your kiddo love fire engines? Did you know you can take them to see a working Fire Station on the weekend for free? Selected Fire Stations are open for visits on Saturday mornings over two time slots – 9am to 9:50am or 10am to 10:50am. Both timeslots are guided tours. Tots will love this experience where they can learn about the cool Emergency Vehicles and their capabilities, watch a demo on donning the full firefighting protective gear, and see how the equipment is used (nothing beats seeing those massive sprays in person!).

Deets: Saturdays every weekend, 9am to 9:50am or 10am to 10:50am, Selected Fire Stations

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Borealis Northern Lights at Supertree Grove (FREE!)

Borealis at Gardens by the Bay is a free immersive light and sound installation at Supertree Grove created by Switzerland-based artist Dan Ache. Using layers of light and cloud particles, the magical splendour of the Northern Lights is recreated. Borealis happens on Mondays and the weekend only (timing below) and is in addition to the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show, where the lights on the Supertrees dance to a changing musical soundtrack that takes place daily at 7.45pm and 8.45pm.

Deets: Borealis: Mondays, 8pm – 8.30pm; Every Sat & Sun 9pm – 9.30pm, Supertree Grove

Read more: 101 Best Activities For Kids In Singapore

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Cool off at a water playground (FREE!)

Looking for free things to do this weekend with the kids? Head to one of the many free water playgrounds around Singapore! You’re spoilt for choice–from the animal-themed play space at the free rooftop water playground at Tampines 1 Mall to the ever-popular Far East Organization Children’s Garden with its multiple fountains. There’s also the newly-opened Yew Tee Lifestyle Corridor in the West and Canberra Cove in the North-East!

Read all about Singapore’s free water play areas.

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Visit a petting zoo or animal farm

Bring your little animal lovers to interact with animals at petting zoos and animal farms in Singapore. Meet the friendly goats of Hay Dairies, see over 22,000 crocodiles at Long Kuan Hung Crocodile Farm, or do some longkang fishing at Qian Hu Fish Farm. You can also go horse or pony riding at these horse stables in Singapore or simply head to the Singapore Zoo to meet the friendly animals at KidzWorld! It’s a no-brainer when figuring out what to do in Singapore this weekend!

Read about all the places you can interact with animals in Singapore.

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Explore a park this weekend

Another free thing to do in Singapore over the weekend is exploring one of Singapore’s kid-friendly parks. These parks have free kid-friendly activities, including walking trails and playgrounds. Some new parks that have opened recently include the stroller-friendly Bidadari Par,k which takes inspiration from Winnie the Pooh’s Acre Wood. There’s also the revamped Chinese and Japanese Gardens at Jurong Lake Gardens, where there are 13 different play areas at Forest Ramble and the Clusia Cove water playground.

Read more about the best parks in Singapore for kids.

Read more: 101 Best Kids’ Activities In Singapore

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Go on a cycling excursion (FREE!)

It’s free (if you have your own bicycle), it gets the kids away from screens, and it lets you explore nature: cycling makes a great weekend jaunt with the kiddos! There are so many great kid-friendly cycling routes in Singapore, from well-manicured parks to more rugged trails that’ll allow you to truly detox from the daily hustle and bustle.

Read more about the best cycling routes in Singapore.

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Take the family hiking (FREE!)

Hiking in Singapore is one of our favourite things to do over the weekend with the kids! It’s a great way to not just immerse yourself in nature, but also spot wild animals in their natural habitat. With so many lovely options, you can find hiking trails to suit every difficulty and vibe, including stroller-friendly trails and rugged ones that take you deep into the jungle!

Read more about the best hiking trails in Singapore.

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Explore a kid-friendly museum this weekend

Looking for fun things to do this weekend in Singapore to enrich your child’s mind and senses? Bring them to a kid-friendly museum or art exhibition. There are plenty of exhibits and museums where the young ones can soak up some culture or learn something new, such as the Children’s Museum Singapore and the Air Force Museum, both of which are free for Singaporeans and PRs. There are also interactive exhibits such as the permanent FutureWorld at ArtScience Museum. Also check out the life-size dinosaur skeletons at the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum which is sure to impress dino-loving kiddos, or let your kid embrace their artsy side at the Keppel Art Centre for Education.

Read more about kid-friendly museums & exhibits in Singapore.

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Fun things to do this weekend: Indoor playground

Indoor playgrounds are the ultimate fail-proof way to keep your child entertained (and thoroughly tuckered out) over the weekend – especially if you’re looking for an indoor activity for kids. Thankfully, there are so many options to choose from, making it one of the best things to do with kids! Bring the kids to zoom around colourful tracks at VroomTown or explore the aviation-themed Kiztopia Jewel! Adventurous kiddos will have a field day at X-SCAP8’s and Superpark’s obstacle courses, and you can add an educational edge at indoor playgrounds such as KidsSTOP at Science Centre Singapore and The Artground.

Read more about the best indoor playgrounds in Singapore.

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Run around at an outdoor playground (FREE!)

There are so many things we love about bringing the kiddos to an outdoor playground! Firstly, it’s the perfect solution if you’re looking for free things to do with kids; secondly, the little ones simply thrive outdoors and get plenty of fresh air. Needless to say, you probably have your go-to outdoor playgrounds near you, but check out some of the newer ones that’ve opened: Bidadari Park’s nest-themed playground, Boon Lay Glade’s fire station-themed playground and Tampines Boulevard Park (West)’s small playground with a sand pit.

Read more about the best outdoor playgrounds in Singapore.

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Beaches, theme parks & more at Sentosa

Sentosa Island is packed with plenty of family fun, making it a great choice when wondering what to do in Singapore this weekend! It’s home to some of Singapore’s best beaches and beach clubs, as well as fail-proof kids’ activities in Singapore such as Universal Studios Singapore, The Palawan @ Sentosa where you’ll find the inflatable water park HydroDash, and the hands-on KidZania.

Read more about all the best things to do in Sentosa.

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Storytelling & programmes at public libraries (FREE!)

Singapore’s public libraries are wonderfully equipped with plenty of kids’ books and magazines to entertain kids of all ages. We love that this is one of the best free things to do with kids, and a great rainy day activity These libraries in Singapore have the best kids’ facilities, including kids reading corners, colourful and vibrant decor, educational corners and more! You can also find free storytelling sessions at your nearest public library. If you’re looking for more free things to do this weekend in Singapore, check out their lineup of events here.

Read more about kid-friendly public libraries in Singapore.

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Play giant chess or lawn bowls (FREE!)

Did you know that you can hire out free Giant Chess sets from Sports Hub if you book ahead? Make it a family game. It’s brainpower, and a physical workout, as you will have to use both your hands and feet to make the chess pieces move. There are lots of other free outdoor facilities from basketball courts and beach volleyball courts, to a playground and lawn bowls, too. More info here.

Deets: Prebook chess sets ahead. Singapore Sports Museum rooftop, 6 Stadium Walk, Singapore

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Things to do this weekend in Singapore: Go cafe-hopping

Wondering what to do this weekend in Singapore with kids? There are so many kid-friendly restaurants and cafes in Singapore that you can make a day of it! Spend the morning at a cafe with playgrounds and kids’ corners, or bring the kids for a treat of ice cream or cakes and pastries at a dessert cafe in Singapore. Keep your eyes peeled for kids eat free deals as well!

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Bring the kids for a buffet or afternoon tea

Weekends are for spending quality time as a family, and what better way to do that than with a memorable meal? Find a buffet in Singapore to treat the family to a sumptuous lunch or dinner, or book an afternoon tea in Singapore for decadent treats–some too pretty to eat (but will definitely delight the kiddos).

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