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Post Category - What's OnWhat's On - Post Category - Things to Do With KidsThings to Do With KidsWhat’s on this weekend? Check out our weekend planner for where to go this weekend, plus don’t miss these fun free weekend events for kids in Singapore.
Wondering where to take the kids this weekend? Here’s our weekly roundup of weekend events and activities and what’s on in Singapore. It’s F1 weekend! Not only are there going to be fast cars, world-class drivers and entertainment acts gracing our shores but there are also going to be tonnes of fringe events and race-themed events for the family. There’s plenty more happening, just read on to see what to do with kids this weekend! Other than that, catch the tail end of the MINDS Film Festival which highlights the unique experiences of persons with special needs. Take a break from all the F1 festivities with an array of light installations at illumi and Gardens by the Bay’s Mid-Autumn light-up.
Disclaimer: These are external events not owned or managed by Sassy Mama. Always check with the organiser for changes or cancellations before heading over.
Best things to do and where to go this weekend with kids in Singapore:
1. Fast cars & live entertainment at the Singapore Grand Prix
The Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix is back and it’s brought along with it some world-class entertainment. Besides the highlight F1 races of the event, there are plenty of international acts worth catching. Kylie Minogue, Thirty Seconds To Mars, One Republic, BABYMONSTER, and Lenny Kravitz are just the tip of the iceberg for the race weekend!
Read more about the Singapore Grand Prix and get tickets here.
Deets: 20 – 22 Sep – Singapore Grand Prix, Marina Bay Street Circuit
Read more: Where To Go-Kart In Singapore
2. F1 festivities The Glam Circuit Festival 2024 (FREE!)
Street food, music and race-themed activities? The Glam Circuit Festival’s got our attention. Kampong Gelam is where it’s at, so bring the family to catch live music acts and gorge on social media-worthy grub. Test your driving skills at the Racing Simulator and win prizes by screaming as loudly as possible at the Scream Booth. There’s also a life-sized cardboard race car you can paint and lots of carnival game booths including a mini golf course. Stay updated here.
P.S. F1 events are also taking place at Singapore Sports Hub, Orchard Road and Clarke Quay.
Deets: Now till 22 September, 2pm – 10pm (Monday to Thursday); 2pm – 10.30pm (Friday to Sunday), Kampong Gelam District
3. Race Weekend Market at Cosford Container Park (FREE!)
Easties who are planning to camp in this weekend needn’t be left out of the race hype this weekend. Just head to Cosford Container Park for their Race Weekend Market. There’ll be plenty of challenges including Beer Pong for the adults, an F1 Race Prediction Game and even a “Pit Crew” Challenge.
There’s also a henna workshop and free face painting for the kiddos. In between all the activities, browse the onsite market that’s playing host to 17 vendors. And of course, catch live screenings of the F1 race happening at the Marina Bay circuit! More info here.
Deets: 21 – 22 September, Cosford Container Park
4. Tron-like bike circuit at i12 Katong
Bikes with neon lights–we can’t think of a better combo! Head to i12 Katong to live out your Tron dreams with their eclectic bike circuit and bouncy inflatables. Both are free to enjoy, but do note that there is a minimum spend of $80 ($120 for supermarket and enrichment receipts) to redeem a free pass to one attraction, and a minimum of $160 ($240 for supermarket and enrichment receipts) for both attractions.
There’s also free ice cream available on weekdays when you spend $80 ($120 for supermarket and enrichment receipts) as well as $2 F&B vouchers. T&Cs apply. More info here.
Deets: Now till 30 September, 11am – 8.30pm, i12 Katong
5. Food truck festival at Savour Park (FREE!)
Foodies, pet owners, families with kids, couples looking for a date, the curious bystander–you’re all invited to the largest food truck festival in Singapore. Savour Park takes over Palawan Green at Sentosa for two whole weekends, and you’re going to want to come with an empty stomach.
You can expect lots of Insta-worthy grub, including brunch food and sloppy burgers and hot dogs. We’ve also spotted colourful coney dogs, mac and cheese, rainbow grilled cheeses and more on the roster. Need more stomach space? Take a break with one of the many activities taking place on-site or just dance to the tune of the DJs. More info here.
Deets: 20 – 22 September, 3pm – 10pm, Palawan Green, Sentosa
6. Life-sized LEGO F1 Car at Wisma Atria (FREE!)
The Grand ‘Brix’ Pop-Up Experience at Wisma Atria had us at “life-sized LEGO F1 car”. For one week only, you can see a LEGO Technic Mercedes-AMG F1 car made from 192,937 LEGO bricks at this pop-up. It even comes with a real steering wheel and pedals made from LEGO bricks! Besides taking lots of pictures, you can busy yourself at one of the various interactive stations.
See if you’ve got F1-level reflexes at the LEGO Race Training station where you can try to hit 30 lights within the time limit. Have some budding engineers at home? Bring them to try the LEGO Build and Race station where they can design a custom race vehicle of thier own. You can also win prizes at the LEGO Build for Speed station and see how fast you can replace a LEGO vehicle’s tires. More info here.
Deets: Now till 22 September, 11am – 9.30pm, Wisma Atria entrance
7. Get Singapore Red Cross x Peanuts Snoopy merch
It’s the Singapore Red Cross (SRC) 75th Anniversary and they’ll be having community pop-ups all over Singapore from 30 August to 6 October! Joining in the celebration is beloved comic character Snoopy.
The pop-ups will feature SRC x Peanuts merchandise exclusively at the Red Cross Shop. Pick up a Snoopy plush, bucket hat, sling bag and enamel pins to show your support for the SRC. There’ll also be an exclusive Swirly Raspberry Cream ice cream flavour by Creamier to enjoy.
Deets: 16 – 22 Sep, United Square; 25 – 29 Sep, Capitol Singapore; 30 Sep – 6 Oct IMM Mall
8. Hokkien food galore at the Lam Ann Festival (FREE!)
If you consider yourself a foodie or simply love Grandma’s cooking, head over to the Singapore Hokkien Lam Ann Festival. There’ll be over 20 food stalls featuring over 40 traditional dishes such as Hokkien Hu Tou Vermicelli, Hokkien Dumplings, Hokkien Mee, Oyster Omelette and more. Stock up on traditional sweets as well, including Ang Ku Kueh and Peanut Soup.
Other than the delicious food, the event’s a great way to teach kids about Lam Ann culture. There’ll be immersive AI and VR experiences as well as an array of cultural activities and workshops suitable for the whole family.
Deets: Now till 22 September, 10am – 10pm, Singapore Lam Ann Association
9. Meaningful stories at the MINDS Film Festival
The MINDS Film Festival is back to celebrate the unique abilities and individuality of persons with special needs. A great opportunity for families to delve into the stories of these individuals, the film festival is screening seven films at Shaw Theatres. Tickets cost $15 for general admission and $10 for students, and you can check out the lineup of films here.
Deets: Now till 22 September, various Shaw Theatres in Singapore
10. Light sculptures at illumi Singapore
Originally hailing from Canada, Illumi makes its international debut right here in Singapore! The massive display of light installations takes over the Bayfront Event Space and features over 20 million LED lights.
There are nine themed zones to explore. Look out for the massive 47-metre-tall illumi Tree of Light, as well as lots of illuminated animals. There’s an area dedicated to over 200 animals, as well as a winter wonderland for early Christmas pics. There’s also a kaleidoscopic section called ‘The Tunnel of Colours’ and of course, what’s a light event without dinosaurs? Tickets cost from $25 for adults and from $15 for children. Get them here.
Deets: From 13 September, Time slots between 7.15pm – 9.30pm, Bayfront Event Space
11. Mid-Autumn Festival light-up at Gardens by the Bay (FREE!)
If you love light-ups, then the annual Mid-Autumn Festival will never disappoint. This week marks the start of the Mid-Autumn celebrations at Gardens by the Bay and it’s FREE for all to enjoy! The Dragonfly Lake, The Meadow, Golden Garden and Supertree Grove will be filled with larger-than-life lantern displays, plus look out for a shower of bubbles happening nightly at The Meadow. More info here.
Deets: 4 – 22 September, 6pm – 10pm, Dragonfly Lake, The Meadow, Golden Garden & Supertree Grove at Gardens by the Bay
Read more: Mid-Autumn Festival Events In Singapore
12. All things bubbles at Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience
A massive bubble ‘ocean’ and ball pit? An LED underwater world? Illusions and installations? Count us in! Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience has landed in Singapore for the first time ever, and it promises to be one for the memories. Step into a whimsical world of bubbles and explore 11 themed areas, suitable for both adults and kids. Tickets cost $21.90 per adult and $14.90 per child. Get tickets here.
Deets: 31 August onwards, Hall 8B, Singapore Expo
13. LEGO sculptures & installations at Art of the Brick
A fan of LEGO? Art of the Brick will be truly inspirational, and then some. Check out over 150 works of art–all made with LEGO pieces. You’ll be able to see recreations of iconic historical art pieces, life-sized human figures, a T-Rex skeleton and so much more! Tickets are $19.90 per adult and $14.90 per child and you can purchase them here.
Deets: 31 August onwards, Hall 8B, Singapore Expo
14. Party with Donald Duck at VivoCity (FREE!)
There’s a ‘beach party’ happening at VivoCity and Donald Duck and his Disney friends will be there in full force! Held in celebration of Donald Duck’s 90th Anniversary, this kid-friendly event is filled with photo ops and an after-dark light-up that’s one for the memories. Keep a look-out for larger-than-life Donald Duck themed installations–we hear there’s a boat, a giant birthday cake and a beach-themed paradise awaiting you.
Deets: Now till 22 September, 10am – 10pm, Sky Park (Level 3) at VivoCity
15. Sunflower garden at Changi Airport T2 & T3 (FREE!)
If you’re jetting off this week, you’ll notice that cheery sunflowers have taken over Changi Airport. You’ll be able to snap the happiest photos ever, surrounded by thousands of sunflowers, which are also making an appearance at all four terminals and within the transit area.
Look out for an eight-metre-tall sunflower sculpture at Terminal 3 Departure Hall–it’s surrounded by over a thousand bright blooms! Over at the Terminal 2 Departure Hall, you can’t miss the five-metre-tall rotating sunflower that’s just calling out for a photo-op. Explore both terminals to find a sunflower arch, displays and merchandise.
Deets: Now till 30 September, Changi Airport Terminal 2 & Terminal 3
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Bookmark your calendar for these upcoming kids events and things to do in Singapore:
Largest Pokémon Ga-Olé Station in Suntec City
The largest Pokémon Ga-Olé Station has just opened in Suntec City and it’s a huge 2,271 square-foot training ground for budding Pokémon Masters. Other than Pokémon Ga-Olé machines, look out for a huge 2-metre-tall Snorlax taking a nap with a Pikachu by its side.
As part of their grand opening, there’ll be events taking place over two weekends where you can take part in trial sessions and raffle events. Participants will get the chance to win cute prizes such as a Pikachu Sun visor Craft kit and a Type Chart. More info here.
Deets: 28 – 29 September, 5 – 6 October, 10.30am – 8.30pm, Suntec City 3F
Live string quartet at S.E.A. Aquarium
We know the young ones love S.E.A. Aquarium, but have they been there after hours? Candlelight Concerts takes over the Open Ocean hall and illuminates it with candles and classical renditions of famous film scores. While you’re mesmerised by manta rays and fish gliding by, listen to tunes from the likes of Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, Star Wars, Spirited Away and more. Tickets cost from $92 and you can buy them here.
Deets: 27 September, 7.30pm & 9.30pm, S.E.A. Aquarium
360-degree digital art at Monet Inside
Monet Inside gives you the chance to feel what it’s like to step inside a painting by the iconic French artist Claude Monet. Brought to you by the same team behind Van Gogh Inside: Love, Vincent, this experience comprises immersive projections of over 200 artworks. Take the time to fully absorb Monet’s most famous art pieces, including Water Lilies, Woman with a Parasol and Garden at the Sainte-Adresse. Get tickets here.
Deets: 4 October onwards, Mon – Fri 10am – 6pm (last entry), Sat 10am – 8pm (last entry), Sun 10am – 6pm (last entry), 3rd floor, No. 600 North Bridge Road, Parkview Square, Singapore 188778
More great things to do and where to go this weekend with kids in Singapore!↓
Check out a water park (FREE!)
Need a cheap activity to keep the kids entertained? Head to one of the many free water playgrounds around town! 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. Read all about Singapore’s free water play areas here.
Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play (FREE!)
The National Museum of Singapore is hosting a special exhibition that takes you on a nostalgic journey through our childhood toys! Featuring over 250 local and global toys from various eras, including those from the 1950s, this exhibition invites you to relive those cherished playtime memories. Step into a world of nostalgia and explore this interactive display with the many toys that shaped our childhood. More deets here.
Deets: Until 5 January 2025, 9am – 6pm daily, National Museum of Singapore
Read more: Kid-friendly Museums & Art Exhibitions
Check out Impressions of Monet at Gardens by The Bay
Gardens by The Bay‘s Flower Dome will host a first-of-its-kind exhibition centred around French Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Look forward to stunning floral displays that illustrate the celebrated artist’s life, art, and gardens, including a recreation of his famous garden at his home in France. Explore scenes from Monet’s iconic pink house, the adjoining garden Clos Normand, and the Water Garden, complete with the iconic green Japanese bridge. More info here.
Deets: 12 July – 17 September 2024, 9am – 9pm daily, Flower Dome, Gardens by The Bay
Read more: Kid-friendly Guide to Gardens by the Bay
Interactive digital experience at The Cloud Forest
Gardens by The Bay is spoiling us with their new exhibitions! Alongside the stunning Monet-themed showcase at the Flower Dome, the Cloud Forest offers an exciting new digital experience you won’t want to miss. “The Hidden Forest,” created in collaboration with Japanese company Naked Inc., presents an enchanting world of cloud forests teeming with diverse flora, fauna, and playful creatures that reside within. This immersive exhibition highlights forests worldwide, where you can meet 17 different plants and 16 animals and discover the hidden gems of these unique ecosystems! Deets here.
Deets: ongoing, 9am – 9pm daily, Cloud Forest, Gardens by The Bay
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
Go on a treasure hunt: try Geocaching! (FREE!)
Geocaching involves finding treasures (called geocaches) hidden by fellow geocachers – you find the clues to where each treasure is hidden using the GPS on your mobile phone. All you’ll need to do is download the Geocaching app (the basic access is free), look for a geocache near you and start hunting. Once you find the treasure (which is often a small waterproof container containing a piece of paper where those who found it can write their name) you rehide it in the same place and log your find on the app. Geocaching is a fun way to get the kids out in nature and exploring your neighbourhood.
Borealis Northern Lights at Supertree Grove (FREE!)
Check out the new outdoor installation at Gardens by the Bay! Borealis 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. Admire the sights as a soundtrack by French composer Guillaume Desbois plays in the background. 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
Enjoy The Artground’s new playspace transport theme
Have you ever wondered what the vehicles of tomorrow will look like? Will we finally get those flying cars we’ve always dreamed of? The Artground launched its latest art playspace on 20 April featuring a unique transportation theme! With a vision centred around “Many Interesting Possibilities,” this innovative playspace collaborates with Pathlight School, where students express their fascination with transportation and share their imaginative visions for the future of travel. Kids visiting can experience firsthand how these imaginative ideas come to life. Do note you’ll need to pre-book a slot (walk-ins not allowed), everyone needs grip socks and the entry price for 5 pax is a refundable $15.
Deets: until 30 March 2025, Wednesdays – Sundays, Goodman Arts Centre, Block J, #01-40, 90 Goodman Road
Take the kids to West Coast Park (FREE!)
Spend a day out cycling or flying kites at West Coast Park with its eight playgrounds including the pirate ship with sand play, huge pyramid climbing structure, inclusive West Coast Park playgrounds and flying foxes. Read our full guide to West Coast Park here.
Deets: West Coast Park, West Coast Ferry Road, Singapore 126978
Read more: Best Parks in Singapore for Kids
Sentosa Sensoryscape: multi-sensory experience
This weekend, why not check out the new Sentosa Sensoryscape – a 350-metre garden walkway that features immersive experiences at six sensory gardens to awaken all senses? The areas are the Lookout Loop, Tactile Trellis, Scented Sphere, Symphony Streams, Palate Playground, and Glow Garden. Each is enriched with immersive and audio-visual experiences. Find responsive plants at Tactile Trellis, breathe in therapeutic fragrances at the Scented Sphere or nibble on edible plants at the Palate Playground. Plus, come nightfall look out for ImagiNite (daily from 7:50pm) – an interactive digital light art (projection mapping) and augmented reality experience comprising light shows and digital floor projections across Sensoryscape.
Deets: Sentosa Sensoryscape path begins at Imbiah Station and ends at Beach Station, ImagiNite nightly from 7:50pm
Check out SkyPark By Kiztopia @ Cineleisure
SkyPark By Kiztopia @ Cineleisure is the latest indoor playspace by Kiztopia for kiddos aged six and up, so it’s a similar indoor playground concept to SuperPark being aimed at older kids or mixed ages. SkyPark By Kiztopia @ Cineleisure offers an action-packed indoor adventure-scape of thrilling challenges including rock climbing and high-element obstacle courses like that at X-SCAP8 also on Orchard Rd. Here’s what to know about SkyPark before you head down.
Deets: Sun to Thu, 10am – 8pm; Fri, Sat & Sun, 10am – 9pm; Orchard Cineleisure, 8 Grange Road, #04-04/05
Explore the revamped Keppel Art Centre (FREE!)
The Keppel Art Centre for Education has had a revamp, and we love the immersive spaces that encourage kids to learn through play. They can learn about the core elements of art through a digital art experience and even create abstract art with shapes and colours and watch it be projected onto the wall. Curious little inventors will love the Makers Studio, where they can try their hand at creating 3D Art or build giant wooden sculptures. Just be sure to book your slot ahead of time to avoid disappointment!
Deets: Open daily, 10am – 7pm, National Gallery Singapore
Check out Kidzplay at NEX (FREE!)
Want to beat the heat? Head over to the newly opened kidzPLAY at SkyGarden, a revamped water playground at NEX. This pirate-themed water park features a majestic pirate ship, a giant octopus with water-spouting tentacles, three water slides, water fountains and more. Kids will have a blast cooling off and bouncing away at the sunken trampoline. Don’t worry – there are sheltered benches where you can finally enjoy your coffee and afternoon snack in peace while the kids play. Click here to find a water playground near you.
Deets: Open daily from 11am – 7pm, NEX at Serangoon Central
Read more: Best FREE Outdoor Playgrounds in SG
Visit the newly opened Kiztopia at Jewel
Spend the afternoon at Kiztopia’s newest indoor playground at Jewel Changi Airport. This aviation-themed wonderland is located inside Toys “R” Us and features trampolines, obstacle courses and even a funnel slide that ends in an ocean ball pit. Kids can explore a giant plane structure and snap a photo with a larger-than-life boarding pass. We’re pretty sure that this will be your aviation-loving kiddo’s new favourite playground! More info here.
Deets: Kiztopia at Toys “R” Us, Jewel Changi Airport
Head to a Fire Station Open House (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
Playground at Gillman Barracks (FREE!)
We love finding new playgrounds around town and the latest one is at The Gillman Barracks beside Carpark A, in front of Block 9. Climb the tower via the climbing wall or cargo net, zoom down two slides or come down via the fireman’s pole! See our video here.
Deets: Open daily, 9 Lock Road, Gillman Barracks, Singapore 108937
Check out Camp Road Playground (FREE!)
Camp Road Interim Playground just off Tanglin Road is a small play area with a nature playground with logs and tree stumps to balance on and jump across. There’s a short slide and wide spaces to run around shaded by trees. Look out for the longer colourful slide near the bucket swing, and older kid’s swing plus there’s also an old-fashioned chair seat swing. We love that there’s an inclusive element to this playground with the wheelchair swing. Further down you’ll come across reflexology paths in pretty white and black stones and a bee hotel!
Deets: Along Camp Road (off Tanglin Road), Singapore, open daily
Visit the Children’s Museum Singapore
Singapore’s first-ever dedicated children’s museum, the new Children’s Museum Singapore (CMSG), offers young kids a creative way to learn about Singapore’s history thanks to the engaging exhibitions. Young toddlers can explore the Play Pod – a fun area for free play – while older kids can wander the streets of old in Singapore at The Marketplace, discover spices, design stamps, and admire bird life. Book ahead here.
Deets: Children’s Museum Singapore, 23B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807
Check Out Playground Dakota Breeze (FREE!)
Mums and dads, do your kids love vehicles and aeroplanes? Have you taken them to the free outdoor playgrounds at HDB Dakota Breeze? There are three unique playgrounds to look out for (plus fitness areas and two rooftop gardens)! Head to the Dakota Heliport where kids can climb up and zoom down the slide. Have a go on the seesaw, then board the special climbing structure aeroplane, buckle up and imagine soaring off the runway! Read more here.
Deets: Dakota Breeze, 92A Jalan Satu, Singapore 392092
Try the Bumper Cars at Jurong Point
Check out the new maxi drift bumper cars at Timezone Jurong Point! These drift cars are designed to be child-friendly and can accommodate up to two passengers onboard each car. Zoom around the 11-metre by 20-metre track at this mega Timezone — the second largest in Singapore, with 130 games on offer. We reckon it will be super popular with kiddos’ birthday parties or for a fun afternoon escaping the tropical heat!
Deets: $12 per bumper car ride, Timezone Jurong Point, 1 Jurong West Central 2, JP1, #02-45
Visit the New 3-level Go-Kart Circuit Hyperdrive
Part of the family beach club, Shangri-La’s Palawan Sands, the newly opened HyperDrive is a fully electric and indoor go-karting experience! This three-level racetrack offers an integrated gamified experience that will transport drivers into a virtual game. Look out for 308 metres of thrilling straightways and 14 exciting turns. Families can join in the fun with dual karts for double the excitement with the little ones. To go-kart alone, kids must be at least 130 cm tall. Read more about go-karting in Singapore here.
Deets: HyperDrive at The Palawan @ Sentosa, Palawan Beach, Singapore
Go ‘hunting’ for giants on Sentosa! (FREE!)
The giants are here! Little Lyn, Reef the Chief, Curious Sue, and Dreamer Dee – collectively known as Explorers of Sentosa, have landed on the shores of Palawan Beach in Sentosa! The family of four giant sculptures were made using reclaimed wood by internationally renowned Copenhagen-based recycling artist Thomas Dambo, and each took approximately 700 hours to build. With the help of an interactive online treasure trail map, visitors can join the search for the Explorers of Sentosa, an experiential mixed-media installation, by first discovering “breadcrumbs”, which contain codes to unravel clues that would lead them to the sculptures. The sculptures will be free to view and situated along Palawan Beach till 2024.
Check out Jurassic Nest food court with dinosaurs
If you have little dino fans and are in the Gardens by the Bay area, head over for a meal at the newly opened Jurassic Nest dinosaur-themed food hall. You’ll find 18 dinosaurs including a T. rex and Brachiosaurus, which will come alive, roaring to original soundtracks (approximately three minutes each time). Catch the dinosaur ‘show’ with free admission every hour from 12pm to 8pm. You’ll also find Michelin-starred brands serving up a range of Asian cuisine, from Hawker Chan’s Chicken Rice and Tsuta Ramen to Mama by Putien. Catch the other static dinosaurs scattered across the food hall while you dine on your favourite foods. Don’t miss the new educational trail that takes you around the gardens on a prehistoric adventure to learn more about the unique diets of herbivorous dinosaurs! Check here for opening times.
Deets: 18 Marina Gardens Drive, #01-02, Singapore 018953
Visit Science Centre Singapore
A visit to the Science Centre Singapore is all the more appealing now that water play is back on; plus, the Fire Tornado exhibit is finally back in action too! Come face to face with one of the most terrifying and spectacular phenomena as you marvel at the fire tornado and its flaming vortex that takes place in a specially built chamber. The column of fire reaches over 600 degrees Celsius and makes quite a spectacle while bringing science to life for kiddos! Read our guide to the Science Centre here.
Deets: 2:30pm, weekends, school & public holidays, Science Centre Singapore
Have fun at Jurong Lake Gardens (FREE!)
Treat the kids to a play at Jurong Lake Gardens’ playground, Forest Ramble. The water play is open, and the main playground is lots of fun, with structures to climb on and a long slide too. There are 13 different adventure play areas to explore at Forest Ramble, with mini trampolines, rope obstacle courses and other equipment that is nature-inspired based on the actions and motions of the animals that inhabit the freshwater swamp. More info on the Jurong Lake Gardens here.
Deets: Open daily (except Mondays) Clusia Cove and Forest Ramble at Jurong Lake Gardens
Take the kids on a street art hunt (FREE!)
Looking to get the kids out walking? Make it fun by spotting street art along the way! Check out our most comprehensive list of recommended street art murals sorted by neighbourhood here. Head out with a fully charged phone (for all those cute pics) plus a paper and pencil for the kids so they can search out “treasures” that you can challenge them to find.
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