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Post Category - What's OnWhat's On - Post Category - Things to Do With KidsThings to Do With KidsCheck 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: A free Children’s Carnival at National Gallery Singapore, a new Teochew heritage landmark and Alice in Wonderland experience, The Tech Show 2025, Tour De France and lots more!
Read more: 101 Best Kids’ Activities In Singapore
Things To Do This Weekend In Singapore & Fun Kids’ Events:
1. Artsy Children’s Carnival at National Gallery Singapore (FREE!)
National Gallery Singapore is hosting its first ever Children’s Carnival this weekend! Taking place as part of Gallery Children’s Biennale 2025, the carnival is packed with lots of artsy activities for the little ones. There’ll be fun live performances, including a circus show at 11.45am and 4.30pm; interactive storytelling at 2.45pm; a lively dance programme at 11.30am and 4pm and more. There are also ticketed activities such as a kids’ silent disco ($20) and a parent-toddler art workshop ($15 per pair). Also, check out a Children’s Craft Fair and drop-in activities at the Keppel Centre for Art Education. More info here.
Deets: 1 November, 11am – 6pm, Various locations and timings around National Gallery Singapore
2. Visit SG’s last-standing traditional Teochew mansion (FREE!)
The last-standing traditional Teochew mansion in Singapore has been given a second life as a new heritage landmark! As part of its opening weekend, the House of Tan Yeok Nee is FREE for the public to visit! Be among the first to explore its immersive gallery that features Teochew ceramic artwork, mythological motifs, restored murals and detailed wooden carvings. There’ll be guided tours, a Teochew food festival, a photography exhibition and art showcases during the open house. More info here.
Deets: 1 – 2 November, 10am – 7pm, The House of Tan Yeok Nee, 101 Penang Road, Singapore 238466
3. Get the latest gadgets & gizmos at The Tech Show 2025 (FREE entry!)
Hear ye: the largest consumer tech and electronics event in Singapore, The Tech Show 2025, takes place this weekend! It’s the best place to cop fab deals and check out exclusive launches on everything tech-related, from electronics to smart home solutions. There’s an experiential zone, lots of flash deals, a lucky draw and more! More info here.
Deets: 30 October – 2 November, 12pm – 9pm, Suntec Convention Centre, Level 3 & 4
4. 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
5. 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
6. Get tickets for The Emperor’s New Clothes for a good cause
There’s an upcoming fun kids’ theatre show showing in November! ‘The Emperor’s New Clothes by Wild Rice promises lots of laughter, catchy tunes and fashionable outfits. You can buy tickets this week, not just to book a slot, but to also support a good cause! This performance supports Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC), now recognised with IPC status (meaning you can get tax deductions of #100 per ticket bought). Get your tickets ($125) before 30 October 2025 by emailing [email protected].
Deets: Ticket sales from now till 30 October; Show date on 15 November, 2.30pm, Wild Rice @ Funan
7. Check out the action at Tour De France Singapore (FREE access available)
The Tour de France EFGH Singapore Criterium is back for its fourth cycle. The top names in the street cycling circuit will be making an appearance, and you can watch the action up-close from $72. There’s also free public access to the Padang and race areas! But, if you want the best views, get tickets here. More info here.
Deets: 1 – 2 November, Singapore Recreation Club
8. 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: 1 November, 12pm – 6pm, Delta Sport Centre; 2 November, 9am – 3pm, Woodlands Sport Centre; 8 November, 8am – 2pm, Choa Chu Kang Sport Centre; 16 November, 8am – 2pm, Heartbeat @ Bedok
9. Free film screenings at the German Film Festival (FREE!)
The German Film Festival is in full swing, and it’s got some family-friendly gems you can watch for free! On 31 October, ‘Woodwalkers’ is screening at GESS, showcasing a story about a 13-year-old who can shapeshift into a puma (register here)! On 8 November, take in a free outdoor movie at the Singapore Botanic Gardens’ Eco-Lake Lawn where ‘Niko – Beyond the Northern Lights’, a festive animated film, is screening (secure a spot here). On 9 November, catch ‘Lessons of a Dream’, a film about the history of football in Germany, at Our Tampines Hub (register here). These three films are PG-rated and free of charge! More info on the German Film Festival here.
Woodwalkers: 31 October, 6pm – 8pm, GESS International School
Niko – Beyond the Northern Lights: 8 November, 7pm – 9pm, Botanic Gardens Eco-Lake Lawn
Lessons of a Dream: 9 November, 3pm – 5pm, Our Tampines Hub, Festive Arts Theatre
10. 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
11. 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
12. Get discounted air tickets at the SIA Time to Fly fair
The mega Singapore Airlines Time to Fly fair takes place at Suntec City Convention Centre over one weekend only! Look forward to getting your hands on over 200,000 discounted Singapore Airlines return tickets and over 180,000 discounted Scoot one-way tickets while you’re there. The sale also extends online and on the respective airlines’ mobile apps till 5 November. At the fair, you can expect lots of travel deals, lucky draws and more, with travel brands such as Trip.com, Traveloka, Chan Brothers and more in attendance. More info here.
Deets: 24 – 26 October, 10am – 9pm, Suntec Convention Centre Halls 401 – 403; Online sale from 24 October – 6 November
13. 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
14. Take part in a spooky wild mission with Ranger Buddies (FREE!)
Ranger Buddies is back, this time at Tampines Mart, with Halloween-themed missions for young explorers. Learn about all your favourite spooky creatures, including spiders, while conquering four activities to challenge young minds. Check out a glow-in-the-dark zone, an AR game, a colouring activity and more! Read more about it here.
Deets: 25 October – 2 November, 11am – 8pm, Tampines Mart, 11 Tampines Street 32, Singapore 529287
15. SpoOktober haunted fun at HomeTeamNS clubhouses
HomeTeamNS has a series of spooky Halloween events taking place over the weekend in Singapore! Look forward to scare zones, carnival games and themed snacks. Over at the Khatib clubhouse ($30/entry), check out their Haunted Yishun themed event, while the Bedok Reservoir clubhouse ($30/entry) takes on the truly spooky Old Changi Hospital. On Halloween weekend itself, head over to Bukit Batok ($5/entry) for more spooky fun with its Haunted Azfar Mansion theme! Read more about it here.
HomeTeamNS Bedok Reservoir: 24 October, 5pm – 11pm & 25 October, 7pm – 11pm, 900 Bedok North Rd, Singapore 479994
HomeTeamNS Khatib: 24 October, 5pm – 9pm; 25 – 26 October, 3pm – 9pm, 2 Yishun Walk, Singapore 767944
HomeTeamNS Bukit Batok: 31 October, 3pm – 9pm; 1 November, 5pm – 10pm; 2 November, 3pm – 9pm, 2 Bukit Batok West Ave 7, Singapore 659003
16. Snoopy playground & haunted maze at HarbourFront Centre
The beloved Snoopy has gone spooky for Halloween! Head over to HarbourFront Centre for this fun Halloween event for kids. At the Snoopy Experience Centre, you’ll find the Snoopy Play Park, a 15-metre inflatable playground with slides, obstacles, a ball put and lots of bouncy fun. There’s also a kids’ horror maze, where you’ll encounter eerie surprises at every corner! Try your hand at the Spooky Dare Boxes: mystery boxes where you’ll either grab a treat or a trick, and check out the fun house to find some ghosts! Tickets can be purchased at Experience Centre Registration Counter for $8 on weekdays and $12 on weekends, or redeemed for free at the Level 3 Info Counter with a minimum spend. More info here and watch our Reel here!
Deets: Now till 2 November, 12pm – 8pm, Harbourfront Centre, Level 11 (via Lobby D)
17. 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
18. 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: 26, 30 & 31 October, 27 – 29 November 2025, various timings, 10 Square @ Orchard Central
19. Catch your childhood fave goats & troll
Over at Drama Centre Theatre, you can watch The Three Billy Goats Gruff–a live kids’ musical spin on the classic children’s tale. Follow the tale of the three adventurous goats as they face-off a terrifying troll. Tickets cost from $22 and you can get them here.
Deets: 10 October – 11 November, Drama Centre Theatre
20. 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
21. 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
22. 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
23. Catch roaming witches at 313@somerset (FREE!)
Halloween’s right around the corner, and if you’ve got a particularly enthusiastic kiddo, bring them to spot the roaming witches of 313@somerset! Snap photos with them, post it on your Instagram Story and follow and tag @313somerset and you could possibly win $100 worth of Lendlease E-Vouchers! Follow them for updates here.
Deets: 24 – 25 & 31 October, 7pm – 9pm, 313@somerset
24. See giant Monday Bruce inflatables at SCCC (FREE!)
The Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre’s Mid-Autumn Festival event has got so much fun for kids! Head on over to see the Monday Bruce (a popular blind box character) installations at the centre. There are several of them, and it’s a great opportunity to check out what’s on at the SCCC. More info here.
Monday Bruce installation: Now till 30 November, Roof Garden, Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
25. Ocean-themed craft activity & more at Octoburst! 2025 (FREE!)
It’s all about celebrating the little ones at Octoburst! at Esplanade. Held in conjunction with Children’s Day, this kid-friendly event has a self-guided adventure, an ocean-themed craft activity and an underwater-themed exhibition by preschoolers. All these are free and you can check them out here.
PIP’s Arts Adventure self-guided activity: 1 October – 31 December, various locations from PIP’s PLAYbox
Craft activity & exhibition: 7 – 31 October, PIP’s PLAYbox
26. Get spooked at Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights is back for its 13th edition, starting this weekend! Look forward to braving four haunted houses and two scare zones. Fans of ‘Stranger Things’ can experience what the Upside Down is like, and you can get nightmare-worthy experiences over at the burial grounds-inspired haunted house and ancient Japanese scare zones. There are also spooky live shows to catch. Note that this event is not recommended for kids under the age of 13. Tickets are available here from $58.
Deets: 26 September – 11 November 2025, 7pm – 12am, Universal Studios Singapore
27. Catch the Deepavali light-up at Little India (FREE!)
Plan a visit to Little India to see the Deepavali lights this weekend! Colourful peacocks adorn the entrance of Serangoon Road, and you’ll find a tonne of decorations, snacks, and traditional Indian clothes around the area. Check out all the Deepavali events in 2025 here.
Deepavali 2025 light-up: Now till 9 November, 7pm – 12am (Weekdays) & 7pm – 1am (Weekends), Serangoon Road and Race Course Road
Read more: Deepavali 2025 Events In Singapore
28. 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
29. 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)
30. 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
31. 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
32. 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
33. 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)
34. 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
35. 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
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 October, it’s all about ‘Small but Mighty’ to encourage the big dreams of little ones! Bring the kids for free storytelling sessions, all surrounding the man of the family. Register here.
Deets: 4, 11, 18, 25 October, 10am onwards, Gateway Dance Studio
Read more: Kids Theatre Shows & Concerts Happening In Singapore
Stay tuned for these upcoming weekend events for kids and adults! ↓
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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!
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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