What’s New In October 2026: Halloween Events, Formula 1 Fever, Kid-Friendly Exhibitions & More

From Formula 1 and Halloween happenings to an exciting pop-up bringing together one of Disney’s famous films and G-Dragon’s PEACEMINUSONE, there’s plenty to get excited about this October 2026. We’ve also got deets on a unique Helper Workshop and an Early Years Programme.

New month, new finds! Halloween season is here, with plenty of spooky fun to soak up around the island, from neighbourhood parties to family-friendly celebrations. Formula 1 fever is also taking over Singapore, with plenty of ways to get into the racing spirit beyond the Singapore Grand Prix. Plus, we’ve also got deets on a unique Helper Workshop at House on the Hill Montessori Pre-school and International Community School’s refreshed Early Years Programme.

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Halloween events: Free neighbourhood parties and more

It’s Halloween season, and we’re going all out for spooky fun with the many Halloween events happening around the island! Look forward to fun annual neighbourhood trick-or-treating sessions and best-dressed competitions, check out themed setups at malls, and indulge in family-friendly Halloween fun at the Festival of Thrills at Resorts World Sentosa, where there are fun character trick-or-treats, a glowing neon underwater world and family adventures. If you want something even scarier, check out the annual fave, Halloween Horror Nights! Check out our full list of Halloween events in Singapore!

Halloween events, October to November 2026

F1 Events: Exhibitions, Pit Lane Experience, watch parties & more

F1 fever is back and taking Singapore by storm! If you didn’t manage to snag tickets to the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, or simply want to soak up the F1 excitement before race day, there is a myriad of F1-themed events to add to your calendar. This includes the Formula 1® Exhibition, where you can get up close to iconic race cars, dive into the history of Formula 1 and try your hand at a racing simulator, as well as the F1 Thursday Pit Lane Experience, a free behind-the-scenes opportunity to stroll down the pit lane, see the cars up close and more to get you revved up for the big event. Click here for the full list of F1-themed events!

F1 Events, till November 2026

House on the Hill Montessori Pre-school: Montessori-informed helper workshop

Montessori doesn’t stop at the preschool gate! Parents, caregivers, and educators can also work together to ensure Montessori practices continue at home, creating a consistent and supportive environment for children. This October, House on the Hill Montessori Preschool is hosting a practical Helper Workshop for domestic helpers, nannies and caregivers of children from infancy to six years old.

Building on the success of the Helper Workshop held in May, this session will introduce simple, Montessori-informed ways to support children at home, from encouraging independence and creating calm, consistent routines to communicating with children respectfully. Caregivers can look forward to picking up practical ideas they can use every day, while gaining a better understanding of the Montessori approach your child experiences at school. And to top it off, every participant who completes the workshop will receive a certificate of completion!

House on the Hill Montessori Pre-school, Helper Workshop, 28 October 2026, from 9am to 11am, Hollandse Club, 22 Camden Park, Singapore 299814, www.houseonthehill.com.sg

International Community School (Singapore): Refreshed Early Years Programme

International Community School (Singapore) has refreshed its Early Learners Programme for K4 and K5 with a new GROW framework that pairs American early childhood standards with intentional, research-backed play, drawing on the internationally acclaimed Creative Curriculum, Heggerty Phonics, and Handwriting Without Tears. This means that every learning space, toy, and element is curated to help children hit developmental milestones in literacy, math, and social skills, ensuring purposeful play.

There will also be small class sizes, ensuring more dedicated attention. Children can also look forward to engaging activities such as garden discovery, sensory-motor activities and multi-age mentoring. What’s more, both K4 and K5 will be learning alongside each other but are assessed against their own grade-level standards. Book a campus tour today to learn more about the refreshed Early Learners Programme!

Quote SASSYMAMA when booking a campus tour to enjoy $4,000 off on upfront entry fees when you finalise enrollment for the Early Years programme for Semester 2 (January 2027) by 30 November 2026!

International Community School (Singapore), 27A Jubilee Road, Singapore 128575, www.ics.edu.sg

G-Dragon’s PEACEMINUSONE & Toy Story collaboration

The exciting collaboration between G-Dragon’s PEACEMINUSONE and Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story is coming to Clarke Quay this month! Founded by G-Dragon and stylist Gee Eun in 2016, PEACEMINUSONE began as a creative project spanning fashion and collaborations, and is known for its distinctive streetwear aesthetic and daisy motif. Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN brings exclusive merchandise that combines Toy Story characters, including Woody and Buzz Lightyear, with PEACEMINUSONE’s signature aesthetic, and is inspired by the idea that our childhood toys were our very first fans as we pursued our dreams.

Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN, 16 October to 11 November 2026, Clarke Quay, www.thefirstfan.sg

Oktoberfest: Annual German beer festival

If you’ve missed the Oktoberfest celebrations, don’t worry! There are still a few Oktoberfest events happening this October where you can look forward to plenty of beer, Bavarian bites, live music and more. One of the biggest celebrations takes place at Paulaner Bräuhaus Singapore, with beer shots, German food, and live music, including live DJ sets. If you’re looking for a neighbourhood party, head to Serangoon Gardens Country Club, where you’ll be greeted with a hearty buffet of bratwurst, Bavarian beef stew, roasted pork knuckle, apple strudel and more, along with live entertainment and a glass of Paulaner beer. Click here for the full list of events.

F1 Events, till November 2026

SCWO’s CoLab: New initiative to help women as they return to the workforce after caregiving

Ever considered taking a career break to care for your little ones, but worried it could make finding work later more difficult? You’re not alone. A new study by the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), in collaboration with NTUC Women and Family (WAF), found that while 80% of women who had taken, or were on, a career break intended to return to work, nearly 7 in 10 felt that taking time out would make finding a suitable job more difficult.

The study, “Women’s Workforce Re-entry: Challenges, Barriers & Opportunities”, also found that flexibility can make a big difference. Some 87% of women said flexible work arrangements were an important factor in deciding whether to stay in or leave a job, with some saying they were willing to accept lower pay or seniority in exchange for greater flexibility.

SCWO will use the findings to form SCWO CoLab, which will examine how women can be better supported before, during and after returning to work. The study also kicks off a three-year research-to-action programme exploring issues affecting women, from Women & Work Transitions in 2026 to Domestic Violence in 2027 and Caregiver Wellbeing in 2028. The aim is to help women return to work and find jobs where they can stay, contribute and grow.

SCWO’s CoLab, www.scwo.org.sg

Read more: “My Husband Took Over Parenting Responsibilities While I Went Back To Work”

The Story of Studio Ghibli: World premiere exhibition opening December 2026

If you missed The World of Studio Ghibli at Marina Bay Sands last year, fret not, because another Studio Ghibli-themed exhibition is heading to Gardens by the Bay this December! The Story of Studio Ghibli will make its world premiere in Singapore, spanning nearly 3,500 square metres, the largest presentation of the exhibition to date. Look forward to 12 life-sized recreations of iconic worlds from films including My Neighbour Totoro, Spirited Away and Princess Mononoke.

The Story of Studio Ghibli, 18 December 2026 – 4 July 2027, IMBA Theatre, Gardens by The Bay, www.klook.com

Read more: 44 Kid-Friendly Exhibitions & Museums In Singapore, Including FREE Museums & Art Installations