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From discovering the latest destinations and exploring fantastic spots to participating in thrilling events and engaging in fun-filled activities tailored for kids.
We'll ensure you have a fantastic time bonding with your little ones and creating unforgettable memories!
Remember to keep this article bookmarked, as we consistently update this list to offer you more avenues for family fun for the weekend!
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Every PEANUTS fan's dream come true!
National Library Board (NLB) is bringing the Snoopy Pop-up Library to Plaza Singapura, with close to 10,000 physical and digital books for children, plus a dedicated collection of popular PEANUTS titles for readers of all ages!
Here's what to expect:
Date & Time: 27 Oct 2026 - 19 Sep 2027, 10am-10pm
Meet and Greets:
*Passes will be given out 30 minutes before each session.
Where: Plaza Singapura, Level 3
Admission: Free
To mark 45 years of managing Singapore’s reserves, GIC has opened The Secret Vault, an interactive exhibition at New Bahru running from 10 October to 1 November 2026.
Inside are six chambers of interactive experiences that make learning about money, investing and Singapore’s reserves a lot of fun.
Each chamber covers a different theme:
On your way out, you can even pick up a free charm in one of six designs.
Where: New Bahru, Level 2 School Hall, 46 Kim Yam Road (nearest MRT: Fort Canning)
A free shuttle runs every 30 minutes from 12pm to 8pm between Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Orchard and New Bahru.
Opening hours:
Halloween at Cove is back!
One of Singapore’s largest community Halloween celebrations returns to Sentosa Cove Village.
This is the perfect chance to gather your little ghouls, witches, superheroes, and even your furry friends for a night of treats and friendly frights!
Here’s what’s waiting at the event:
Bonus treat: Kids can grab a Halloween goodie bag with a tote bag and a festive headband! Available while stocks last, so come early to get yours.
Parents, you’re encouraged to dress up too so get into the Halloween spirit and enjoy a frightfully fun evening by the waterfront!
Date: 31 October 2026 (Sat)
Time: 5pm to 10pm
Location: Sentosa Cove Village
Admission: Free
Spookology is back at Science Centre Singapore, inviting you to investigate a mysterious experiment gone wrong.
Pick up an Investigator Case File and work your way through four Fear Labs, exploring how movement, touch, sound, and illusions can trick your senses. Complete the experiments to unlock the Secret Lab, where a giant spider awaits and a final three-minute challenge.
Come in costume and join the fun with Robo Trick or Treat.
Little ones can also join the Halloween fun with Spookology Juniors at KidsStop.
For an after-dark adventure, head to Spookology: AFTERDARK on 30 and 31 October. Expect DJs, music, eerie gallery experiences and special evening shows featuring the Fire Tornado and Energy Titans.
Date: 27 Oct - 1 Nov 2026 (AFTERDARK, 30 & 31 Oct)
Time:
Where: Science Centre Singapore, 15 Science Centre Road
Admission:
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Sesame Street Magical Art World is BACK with Chapter 2!
Elmo, Cookie Monster, Bert and Count von Count are getting an artsy makeover all over again, and this time with a brand new line-up of global artists.
Step inside a multi-sensory art world where you can snap cool mirror selfies, wander through the whimsical Floral Fantasy room, test out light and shadow play, make some noise at Pipe Beats, and unleash your inner artist on the interactive chalk wall in Doodle Wonderland.
Then go on a character hunt around the mall to spot Count von Count, Elmo, Bert and the 7-metre tall Cookie Monster chilling at the Level 3 Roof Top Garden. Visitors can also pick up an activity booklet before exploring the exhibition and receive a limited-edition artist-designed sticker after completing it.
Bonus Goodies: Spend $100 from 1 Oct to 8 Nov and Marina Square Rewards Members can redeem an exclusive artist-designed thermal flask (while stocks last!)
Date: 1 Oct - 31 Dec 2026
Time: Time slots daily from 12:30pm - 8pm (30-minute sessions)
Where: Marina Square, #03-153 to 155
Redemption Details: Spend $20 on weekdays or $30 on weekends (up to 2 combined same-day receipts) to redeem a 30-minute admission pass for up to 2 people.
Singapore Zoo’s Hello From The Wild: Skunk is a new animal experience where you can get up close with these surprisingly adorable creatures. During the 20-minute close-up encounter, you’ll get to touch them, learn cool fun facts from the awesome keepers, and see the special bond they share. You’ll even get to hand-feed them!
These furry animals might be famous for their smell, but there’s more to them than meets the nose!
There are only 2 sessions available a week, so if you are keen to meet these furry little guys, make sure to book your spots early.
Days: Thu & Sat
Time: 3.15pm - 3.35pm
Where: Singapore Zoo
Admission:
Singapore Oceanarium just launched the only oceanarium snorkeling experience in Singapore!
Designed for beginners, families, and ocean lovers aged 10 and above, PADI Discover Snorkeling lets you explore the Oceanarium’s Open Ocean Habitat from the water’s surecognisedre you’ll snorkel alongside manta rays, sharks, and thousands of marine animals.
No prior swimming, snorkelling, or diving experience is required!
You’ll pick up basic snorkelling skills, learn about marine ecosystems and ocean conservation, and maybe even discover a new passion for the underwater world.
Aged: 10 and above
Duration: 90-minute guided experience
Where: Singapore Oceanarium, Resorts World Sentosa
Admission: $109 per person, includes a one-day admission ticket to Singapore Oceanarium
*The Singapore Oceanarium is now also a PADI 5-Star Instructor Development Dive Resort, which means you can start with a snorkel and work your way up to internationally recognised diving qualifications, all in one place.
Bring the kids by Platform 1094 for an afternoon of hands-on Halloween fun for kids 3–10.
Explore four activity stations where
kids can make a colour-changing potion with a glowing ice cube, decorate their own monster cookie, try a ring toss and hunt for hidden treasure around the café.
Each child will receives a goodie bag and trail passport to collect stamps at the stations. Complete the trail to bring home a Halloween balloon and ring!
Date: 1-31 Oct 2026
Where: Platform 1094, 1094 Serangoon Rd, Singapore 328192
Admission: $38+ per child
Get into the Halloween spirit at Haunts & Handmade, a family-friendly festival featuring hands-on activities, seasonal treats, and unique finds from 35 local makers and independent brands.
Kids can make their own Halloween keepsakes with three craft workshops:
Join the festival stamp quest for a mystery prize worth up to $29.90, or dress up for theTrick or Chic Best Dressed Contest to win a $100 prize hamper.
Selected ticket bundles also come with exclusive aviation-themed plush keychains, Captain Boo and Pompkin the Explorer.
Date: 31 Oct - 1 Nov 2026
Where: Changi Experience Studio, Level 4, Jewel Changi Airport
Admission:
CATS The Musical brings one of the most celebrated musicals in theatre history to the stage, combining spectacular choreography, elaborate costumes and an unforgettable memorable score by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
Based on T.S. Eliot’s Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats, the show follows a group of Jellicle cats as they gather for the Jellicle Ball.
First staged in London in 1981, CATS has delighted more than 77 million people worldwide in over 54 countries.
You can look forward to eye-catching sets, plenty of dancing and the beloved song “Memory” in this theatre classic.
Date: 29 Oct - 22 Nov 2026
Time:
Where: Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands
Admission: From $88
Thye Moh Chan is celebrating 83 years of heritage with a Teochew Food Festival featuring traditional kuehs, comforting dishes and special drinks.
Sample new creations such as Turnip Kueh, Yam Mushroom Kueh and Ping Pong Kueh, alongside the bakery’s signature pastries.
You can also try the Teochew Braised Duck, a new Traditional Teochew Yam Roll and colourful Mung Bean Cakes. Wash it all down with Teochew-inspired drinks such as Duck “Shit” Oolong Milk Tea served in a mini teapot, or Fingered Citron Phoenix Dancong Tea.
Spend a minimum of $38 to join mini lantern painting or air clay kueh making. You can also watch Thye Moh Chan’s masterchefs make Peanut Squares, or sign up for a mini tau sar piah masterclass and learn how to wrap these traditional pastries yourself.
Before you leave, stop by the special display on Teochew wedding traditions, with wedding sets available at 20% off during the festival.
Date: 26 Oct - 1 Nov2026
Where: Chinatown Point Atrium
The Indian Heritage Centre’s Deepavali Open House is back with free admission and plenty of festive activities from 17 October to 8 November 2026.
This year’s theme House of Memories, looks at how families have celebrated Deepavali over the years through archival photographs, treasured sarees and stories passed down from one generation to the next.
You can dress up for a vintage-style photo, decorate mini mithai boxes, paint clay brooches or write a festive greeting card to send to loved ones. You can also take part in a short quiz for a chance to redeem a limited-edition Deepavali money packet.
Browse the Mini Deepavali Expo for traditional beauty products, handcrafted items and sarees, then catch the live cultural performances.
Special Saturday night showcases by Gayathri Dance Academy and AKT will bring music and dance to the Indian Heritage Centre on 17, 24, and 31 October.
Where: Indian Heritage Centre, 5 Campbell Lane, Singapore 209924
Admission: Free; selected workshops and cooking demonstrations are ticketed
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Planning a winter trip? Decathlon lets you test your cold-weather gear before you fly.
Step into the Winter[proof] Capsules, cold rooms set to -18°C, and test how your jacket, gloves, and boots hold up in freezing conditions. The capsules will pop up at selected Decathlon stores, Centrepoint and ION Orchard
While you’re there, learn how to layer up with Decathlon’s 3-Layer System, designed to help keep you warm in temperatures from 5°C to below -28°C.
Check out Decathlon’s expanded adult and kids’ collections for this year, including padded jackets from $29.90, ski jackets, insulated boots and more. Top Loyal Decathlon Members can also book a free 1-on-1 Personal Shopper session with a Winter Expert who will recommend gear based on where you’re headed.
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What scares Singaporeans more than ghosts?
Rising living costs, exam stress, scams, and housing prices take centre stage at SCARYPURA.
Get creative with hands-on activities such as printmaking, fluid art, glass charms and face painting, or let the kids invent their own horrors at a storytelling and cartoon workshop. You can also catch the classic Singapore horror film Sumpah Pontianak.
Come dressed as your biggest fear for The Nightmare Parade at 6pm, then stay for an interactive creature encounter and spooky storytelling session in the evening.
Date: 31 Oct2026
Time: 11am-9pm
Where: 11 Upper Wilkie Road, Singapore
Admission: Free
Head to StarHub WatchParty: Halloween Edition for a screening of Haunted Mansion, mystery-solving challenges and spooky activities.
Come dressed in your favourite costume, snap photos at themed spots and the 360-degree video booth, and enter the Best Dressed contest.
There’ll also be themed games, snacks and exclusive dining deals from participating F&B outlets to enjoy throughout the evening.
Date: 30-31 October 2026
Time:
Where: CQ @ Clarke Quay, Fountain Square, 3 River Valley Road, Singapore 179024
Admission: Free
This Halloween, the rooftop of Tampines 1 becomes Toy Factory 444, a gamified maze where you search for clues, complete missions and find your way out before the factory claims you for good!
Tickets are $10 each, or you can redeem free tickets with qualifying purchases at Tampines 1.
From 5–11 October, spend $150 to redeem a Grumpipi blind box, a Twisted Toy Workshop and four Halloween maze tickets, while stocks last. All items are included in the redemption, subject to terms and availability.
Date: 25 Sep - 1 Nov 2026
Maze sessions: 17-18 Oct, 22-25 Oct & 29 Oct-1 Nov, 7pm-11pm (last entry at 10:30pm)
Where: Tampines 1, Rooftop Level
Admission: $10 per ticket; redeem two tickets with a $100 spend or four tickets with a $150 spend, subject to terms and availability.
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Step into the revampedSingapore History Gallery at the National Museum of Singapore and explore700 years of the island’s history through artefacts, immersive experiences and stories from the communities who have shapedSingapore.
The gallery is spread across seven sections, tracing Singapore’s journey from its early maritime beginnings and colonial era to World War II, independence and the present day.
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Our favourite? The 1960s to 1990s zone. Get ready for a big dose of nostalgia, with old-school HDB lifts, void deck scenes, retro record stores and even The Great Singapore Workout, which you can relive for yourself. Keep an eye out for long-forgotten items from your childhood too.
Date: From 10 Oct 2026
Time: 10am–7pm
Where: National Museum of Singapore, Level 2
Admission: Free for all from 10–12 Oct 2026; free for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents and children under 6 thereafter.
Crack The Case: Wonderland is an immersive detective adventure where the Mad Hatter’s un-birthday party has gone wrong. The Madness, the spark that makes Wonderland wonderful, has disappeared, and it’s up to you to figure out who took it.
Move through Wonderland at your own pace as you follow clues, meet familiar characters and decide which parts of the mystery to investigate. Along the way, you’ll encounter the Mad Hatter, March Hare, Queen of Hearts, Cheshire Cat and Caterpillar, played by a cast including Noah Yap.
The 10:30am and 2pm sessions are designed with families in mind and are open to children aged 6 and above with an accompanying adult.
Selected shows also include a Wonderland Children’s Workshop, featuring drama games, crafts and tea-party etiquette.
Date: 9 Oct–1 Nov 2026
Time:
Where: Goodman Arts Centre Blackbox, Block M, 90 Goodman Road
Admission:
Opening week bookings of 2+ get 20% off Standard tickets.
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Flower Dome's latest display takes its cue from Portugal , featuring more than 5,000 sunflowers across 20 varieties. Some of them grow up to 1.8m, so you’ll find a few standing well above eye level.
The display moves through Portugal’s coastal towns, historic neighbourhoods and farmland. Look out for scenes inspired by Alfama, Costa Nova’s striped houses, a 6m-tall Belém Lighthouse, and a traditional Portuguese caravela.
You can also spot recreations of vineyards, olive groves, cork oaks, a historic Porto shopfront and Lisbon street kiosks.
On 10 October, Experience Portugal at Flower Field Hall brings Portuguese food, folk dance, poetry, films and family-friendly workshops.
There are sunflower-themed workshops to try as well. You can make perfume roll-ons, decorative trays, paper sunflower bouquets and sunflower suncatchers, or join a sensory session on how sunflowers respond to the sun and work with pollinators.
Date: 9 Oct - 9 Nov 2026
Time: 9am - 9pm
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Admission: Flower Dome admission applies; selected workshops are $15 per person and require on-site registration.
Discover the stories behind Peranakan culture at Exceptional/Everyday: New Acquisitions, New Perspectives, a new exhibition at the Peranakan Museum.
Featuring more than 150 objects across 14 stories, the exhibition showcases porcelain, furniture, clothing and jewellery, including many items going on display for the first time.
Explore how Peranakan communities expressed their identities, adapted everyday objects and created special pieces through three themes: Identity, Buying and Creating.
Bringing the kids along? There are hands-on activities at the Discovery Corners, an activity trail booklet for children aged 7 and above, and an Activity Space where you can try self-portrait making, object design and explore oversized soft sculptures.
Date: 30 Oct 2026 - 29 Aug 2027
Where: Peranakan Museum, Special Exhibitions Gallery
Admission:
From 21 October to 1 November 2026, Museum of Ice Cream Singapore is celebrating Halloween with themed activities, limited-time ice cream flavours and trick-or-treat challenges.!
Dress up in your Halloween best and bring your crew along, also dressed up. If everyone in your party arrives in full costume with valid General Admission tickets, you’ll get a free upgrade to Premium Admission.
There are 2 seasonal flavours to try Pumpkin Spiced Latte and U-Boo (made with ube). If you’re feeling adventurous, add dried mealworms as a creepy-crawly topping to your soft serve.
For the trick or treat experience, pick up a $5 treat bag and make your way to 4 ice cream stations to collect sweets.
Each stop comes with a challenge, so be ready to scream like you’re in a horror movie, dance to Thriller or tell a ghost story to one of the costumed guides.
Where: Museum of Ice Cream, 100 Loewen Road, Singapore
Admission: General Admission tickets from $38
Explore how technology can shape creativity, everyday life, and collective at In the Ether: The Rise of Sanctuary Technologies.
The exhibition brings together interactive installations, workshops and hands-on experiences by artists, researchers, engineers and technology practitioners.
Organised into three chapters, Imagine, Investigate and Experiment, the festival features artworks that question how technology shapes everyday life, investigates the hidden systems behind AI and digital technologies.
There will also be hands-on experiences at the Open Chip Lab, where you can learn how microchips are designed and studied using open-source tools and silicon wafers.
Date: 3 Oct - 6 Dec 2026
Where: ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
Admission: Free
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Get behind the podium at BUZZATTACK, a real-life TV game show experience where teams go head-to-head in trivia rounds, mini challenges and wheel spins inspired by classic shows such as Wheel of Fortune and The Price Is Right.
Choose your trivia categories from pop culture, music, sports and current events, then battle it out with the help of an AI quizmaster.
Between rounds, take on mini challenges that test your speed and reactions, with winners earning a chance to spin the wheel.
The fun starts before the game too! with a pre-show bar, dressing room and game show set where you can get into character before taking your place at the podium.
Recommended age: 13+
Opening Date: 29 Sep 2026
Where: Clarke Quay Central, 6 Eu Tong Sen St #02-58, 59, 64, 65, Singapore 059817
Admission: From $22.90 per person for Singapore residents and $30.90 per person for tourists; minimum booking of 4 people.
Step into the world of The Apothecary Diaries at this immersive exhibition featuring scenes and characters from Season 1 of the popular anime.
Fans can experience the world of Maomao and Jinshi through recreated palace settings, 3D scenes and interactive displays.
Walk through the recreated Inner Palace and Pleasure District, then visit Maomao’s Medical Office and the exhibition’s investigation zone, where you can relive some of the key mysteries from the first season.
The exhibition also features a recreated Go scene, costumes worn by Maomao and Jinshi, four accessories from the Japan exhibition and more than 250 pieces of production material, including sketches, storyboards and character settings.
Date: 30 Sep - 1 Nov 2026
Where: Fever Exhibition Hall, 25 Scotts Road, Singapore 228220
Admission:
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Festival of Thrills takes over Resorts World Sentosa with a season that mixes motorsport, Halloween and after-hours entertainment, giving thrill-seekers and families plenty to choose from.
Lenovo Gaming Zone at WEAVE (11 Sep - 11 Oct 2026)- Put your reflexes and racing instincts to the test with interactive gaming zones, photo booths and experiences.
Heineken Adrenaline Bar at WEAVE (15-17, 22-24, 29-31 Oct & 1 Nov 2026) - Enjoy a high-energy hangout with live bands and classic bar games on selected dates throughout October.
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Into the Glowcean at Singapore Oceanarium (5 Sep - 1 Nov 2026)- Explore a luminous underwater journey at Singapore Oceanarium.
Trick or Thrills at Universal Studios Singapore (1 Sep - 1 Nov 2026) - Get into the Halloween spirit with a new show, meet-and-greets, themed treats and merchandise.
Halloween Horror Nights 14 at Universal Studios Singapore (25 Sep - 1 Nov 2026) - For those after a proper scare, Halloween Horror Nights returns as Southeast Asia’s biggest Halloween event.
Adventure Cove (1 Sep - 1 Nov 2026) - Enjoy after-dark experiences, pool parties and a daytime interactive app-guided game at Adventure Cove Waterpark.
Where: Resorts World Sentosa
Admission: Varies by experience; selected activities are free
Curiosity Cove gets a spooky twist this Halloween with The Mischief Within. During the day, Boo-tiful Day brings carnival games, mischievous pumpkin challenges, glow-in-the-dark activities, candy bags and trick-or-treating with the roving crew.
For selected evenings, the Sundown event turns up the adventure with The Mischief Within Trail. Kids can tackle four challenges, from hoverball and a spooky maze to a team puzzle and code-breaking mission.
The night continues with The Mischief Live! bubble show by CJ Bubbles, followed by the Victory Parade, where one child and one family can win a Best Dressed award each night.
Date & Time:
Where: Curiosity Cove
Admission: From $13.50
Halloween Horror Nights 14 returns to Universal Studios Singapore with a fresh line-up of haunted houses, scare zones and horror experiences. Meet Ponti-Ana, the event’s newest Scream Queen inspired by the legendary Pontianak, and catch three live shows including fan-favourite Scaremony and the Singapore debut of HamiKuma from Universal Studios Japan.
There’ll be themed food and drinks to try, plus exclusive merchandise and collectibles to take home.
Date: 25 Sep-1 Nov 2026
Where: Universal Studios Singapore
Admission: From $68 per pax
ALPTALL Wildlife Adventure is a series of family-friendly activities at IKEA inspired by Himalayan wildlife and the new ALPTALL collection, created in collaboration with Swedish wildlife conservation organisation Nordens Ark.
Kids aged 5-12 can take photos with Himalayan wildlife photo boards around the stores while learning fun facts about the animals.
Get creative with Colours of the Himalayas, a colouring competition featuring Himalayan animals and landscapes, with ALPTALL soft toys up for grabs for the winners.
Shoppers can also try the Catch a Himalayan Wildlife Friend claw machine. A $50 single-receipt spend gets you one token.
Date, Time & Location:
Admission: Free. $50 minimum spend required for the claw machine activity.
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Experience the ocean in a whole new light at Into the Glowcean, a neon-inspired experience that transforms the Singapore Oceanarium into a luminous underwater world through light, colour and art.
Explore Oceanic Glow, a collection of handcrafted glass neon installations inspired by the ways marine animals use light to communicate, camouflage and signal their presence.
You can also get creative at hands-on activities such as neon light artwork, personalised deep-sea animal keychains and interactive light painting.
Date: 5 Sep - 1 Nov 2026
Where: Singapore Oceanarium
Admission: Singapore Oceanarium admission applies from $43
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The Live Turtle and Tortoise Museum is back, now 50% larger space and home to more than 600 turtles and tortoises across over 30 species.
Get up close to fascinating species like the Alligator Turtle, Malaysian Giant River Turtle and Sulcata Tortoise, while checking out new programmes and photo spots around the museum.
The museum also houses a collection of turtle and tortoise artefacts, including pieces from its Guinness World Records-recognised collection.
Opening hours: Daily, 10am-6pm (Closed Tuesdays)
Where: 11 Chencharu Close, Singapore 769287
Admission:
Explore the latest refresh at Future World, featuring new interactive experiences and enhanced artworks that give you more ways to become part of the digital artwork.
Discover “I Know Myself Through the Flow” and “The Ethereal Body of Flowers”, two new artworks where water particles flow across the artwork space while flowers emerge and evolve in response to changing conditions. As you interact with the space, your movements create ripples across the interconnected digital environment.
You can also experience refreshed presentations of “Universe of Water Particles” and “Flow Reaches Far”, bringing a new way to explore the first gallery and discover how water, flowers and movement come together.
Opening Hour: 10am-7pm, last entry at 6pm
Where: ArtScience Museum, 6 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore 018974
Admission: From $26 for Singapore residents and $32 for tourists; timed entry is required.
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A Taste & Touch of Peranakan Heritage brings Peranakan culture to Jewel Changi Airport through food, dress-up and a little craft.
In collaboration with Baba Nyonya Restaurant, the experience starts with a specially curated Peranakan tasting platter, followed by a chance to wear traditional Nyonya attire for photos on the Mastercard Canopy Bridge overlooking the Rain Vortex.
Round off the experience by creating your own handcrafted Peranakan-inspired bookmark, then continue exploring with included admission to Canopy Park and the Mastercard Canopy Bridge, plus a $5 Jewel Retail Voucher to spend during your visit.
Dates: 1 Aug–31 Dec 2026
Venue: Jewel Changi Airport (Baba Nyonya Restaurant, Canopy Park & Mastercard Canopy Bridge)
Admission:
*Includes a Peranakan tasting platter, traditional costume dress-up, bookmark-making activity, admission to Canopy Park and Mastercard Canopy Bridge, plus a $5 Jewel Retail Voucher.
Available until 17 November 2026, the new Baby Shark Cabana Party Package transforms Fairmont Singapore’s poolside cabanas into colourful party spaces, complete with themed decorations, swimming, interactive activities, and a family-friendly feast.
Kids can cool off in the pool with Baby Shark-themed pool toys before joining the Little Fins Cupcake Decorating Workshop, where they'll decorate their own Baby Shark cupcakes with colourful toppings under the guidance of Fairmont Singapore's pastry chefs.
The four-hour package also includes a party menu featuring pizzas, mac & cheese, desserts, and alcohol-free beverages.
You can even book a Baby Shark mascot appearance for meet-and-greets and photos.
Time: Daily, 12pm–7pm (Last booking: 3pm)
Where: The Eight, Fairmont Singapore
Admission: $680++ per package (up to 12 children)
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See the ocean glow at Glowing Oceans, opening at Science Centre Singapore on 3 November.
Asia’s first full-scale living bioluminescence exhibition lets you experience tiny marine organisms called dinoflagellates lighting up in response to your movements.
Trace glowing patterns at the Galaxy Tables, swirl water at the Touch Tables and Tanks, and observe these fascinating organisms up close inside the Bubble Pods.
Head to the Lab Area and Educational Cove to learn how bioluminescence works and how the living cultures are maintained.
Recommended age: The exhibition is not suitable for children under four due to water and low lighting.
Time: Tue - Sun: 10am - 5pm (Closed on Mon except for Public Holidays and school holidays)
Where: Science Centre Singapore
Admission:
*Admission includes entry to Science Centre Singapore
Singapore’s first Xventure Indoor Adventure Park is launching at Tiong Bahru on 20 Nov 2026!
From the company behind Kiztopia, Xventure is designed for teens and young adults, and will feature 10 play zones, and more than 30 challenges with immersive multiplayer VR experiences, physical obstacles, and high-energy challenges.
Time:
Where: Tiong Bahru Plaza #04-104/105
Tickets:
Early Bird Promotions (for purchases on Xventure Singapore website):
Central Singapore Market is a travelling community market that brings together local farmers, artisans and small businesses with sustainability and inclusivity initiatives at its heart.
Browse fresh locally grown produce, healthy food and drinks, eco-friendly products, and handcrafted goods, or join interactive eco workshops suitable for all ages.
You'll also catch performances by persons with disabilities and get to know inspiring local entrepreneurs making a positive impact in the community.
Date & Location: 6 Dec 2026 at Yio Chu Kang Community Club
Admission: Free
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POP MART has opened a new two-storey store at Resorts World Sentosa, bringing together its latest retail store and Southeast Asia's first POP BAKERY under one roof.
Located on the second floor, POP Bakery is basically a dessert wonderland for every POP Mart fan out there.
Inspired by POP Land Beijing, the menu is filled with adorable character-themed desserts and drinks with some exclusive Singapore-only creations. There’s also a retail store stocked with treats you'll want to bring home.
Our favourite was the PUCKY Xiao Long Bao Dessert. It literally looks like a dim sum basket, but inside is a delicious mix of silky soy milk panna cotta, ice cream, chocolate dipping sauce, and even biscuit chopsticks!
Don't forget to check the meet-and-greet schedule too, as the adorable Twinkle Twinkle will be appearing for meet-and-greet sessions three times a day from Thursday to Monday.
Dine-in is by reservation only, so be sure to book your slot before visiting (reservations not required for walk-in takeaways)
POP BAKERY Opening Hours:
Twinkle Twinkle Meet-and-greet Timing:
Where: 26 Sentosa Gateway, #01-233A Resorts World Sentosa
Dining In:
Rainforest Wild Adventure (Previously known as Rainforest Wild Asia and Africa) opened its second phase on 20 May 2026.
With this new addition in the East, you can now journey through 20 hectares of spectacular habitats inspired by the lush rainforests of Asia and Africa.
Park tickets include entry to both zones, and as part of the soft opening promotion, all ticket holders will enjoy access to nine Adventure+ activities on weekdays and up to 5 activities on weekends.
Here's what awaits at Rainforest Wild Adventure East:
You'll also come face to face with some incredible animals including the okapi, the only zoological park in Southeast Asia where you can see one!
Time: 9am - 6pm (Last admission 5.00pm)
Location: Rainforest Wild Adventure, Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Singapore
Admission: Local resident pricing is available for WildPass holders (Free to sign up), at $50 for adults, $35 for children (aged 3 to 12) and local students (aged 25 and below), and $25 for senior citizens.
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Disney Garden of Wonder returns to Floral Fantasy with a fresh new lineup of floral displays inspired by iconic Disney and Pixar characters.
Explore 23 topiary characters across 6 themed zones, featuring favourites from Frozen, Toy Story 5, Winnie the Pooh, and Mickey Mouse & Friends.
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This edition introduces some fresh faces: Rapunzel, Belle, and Jasmine make their first appearance, alongside a frost-kissed landscape featuring Anna and Elsa.
The exhibition concludes with a uniquely Singaporean finale that pairs classic Disney characters with large-scale displays of local culinary staples like laksa and teh tarik.
Date: 8 Jun 2026 - 14 Mar 2027
Time: 10am - 9pm
Where: Floral Fantasy, Gardens by the Bay
Admission:
Southeast Asia's largest indoor nature attraction just raised the bar for what "immersive" actually means.
Spread across 10,000 square metres, Exploria takes you through a multi-sensory adventure across 5 incredible worlds.
You’ll be navigating through high-altitude peaks, shrinking down to the size of a bee, or travelling back to the age of prehistoric giants (the ground really does shake!).
The highlight is The Giants Show, an 8-minute, 360-degree standing theatre that moves through 500 million years of Earth’s history. Spectacularly cinematic, we caught ourselves saying “woah” out loud numerous times during the show.
Exploria’s RFID wristband turns the whole visit into a personal adventure. Tap into interactive installations, play games, and collect badges as you move through each world.
A live scoreboard in the exit tunnel tracks how you did. And since your profile stays active for a full year, there's every reason to come back and top your score.
Where: Mandai Wildlife East at Mandai Wildlife Reserve
Admission:
*Launch bundle (until 31 May 2026): Admission + Mighty Jaxx blind box collectible: $48/adult, $38/child (usual S$57 / S$47).
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Opening 21 November 2025 at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Curiosity Cove is where young explorers aged 3-12 can play like animals in Singapore's largest indoor nature-inspired playground.
Across 4,600 square meters, children can crawl through a snake's belly, climb orangutan sleeping platforms, and trigger sounds by shaking jungle vines.
Four themed zones: Wetlands, Forestlands, Grasslands, and Drylands, recreate real ecosystems where kids lead their own adventures.
Over 30 interactive touchpoints encourage climbing, crawling, and discovering, while multimedia features let children see themselves transform into savannah animals or magnify tiny rainforest creatures.
Perfect for year-round play regardless of weather, this indoor space complements the outdoor wildlife parks.
Aside from free play, the Ranger Buddies edutainment sessions add another dimension of fun with dance sessions, and optional add-ons such as interactive storytelling and birthday parties.
Location: Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Mandai Wildlife East
Opening Hours: 10 am – 6.30 pm (in two-hour play sessions)
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Singapore Odyssea is an exciting new showcase at the National Museum of Singapore that brings 700 years of our nation’s history to life through an immersive and interactive exploration!
You’ll journey through an interactive world rich in visuals and storytelling-from breathtaking seascapes to key historical moments , guided by magical animal companions activated through your RFID wristband.
Singapore Odyssea also encourages visitors to reflect on the importance of environmental conservation and sustainability in our everyday lives. This multi-sensory experience not only creates a vivid connection to history, but also inspires a deeper awareness of building a sustainable future.
Date: From 8 Aug 2025
Where: Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda, National Museum of Singapore
Admission: Free for Singaporeans & PRs | Tickets to National Museum of Singapore required for tourists and foreigners.
Get ready, ocean explorers! Resorts World Sentosa's Singapore Oceanarium has officially opened its doors!
The Singapore Oceanarium will be 3X that of the S.E.A. Aquarium and will offer a world-class marine experience where captivating stories, marine science and engaging activities come together to ignite a love for our oceans and inspire action.
To celebrate this exciting launch, the Oceanarium is kicking off an amazing season of interactive workshops, fascinating installations, and presentations led by local experts - all designed for every age group to join in.
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, 8 Sentosa Gateway Singapore 098269
Tickets: From $35 for child (ages 4-12) and $42 for adults
Step into the iconic Cloud Forest and get up close with life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, prehistoric plants, and exciting hands-on exhibits in this world-first showcase at Jurassic World: The Experience at Gardens by the Bay.
Meet towering dinosaurs - Say hello to an 8.5-metre Brachiosaurus, spot sneaky Compsognathus along the garden paths, and feel the ground shake with the roar of a T. Rex!
Little ones can even pet baby dinosaurs at the interactive Petting Zoo.
Wander through a real prehistoric forest - The Cloud Forest features over 72,000 plants, including species that grew alongside dinosaurs millions of years ago. It’s a cool, misty adventure that’s as educational as it is awe-inspiring.
Play and learn at the Evolution Walk - Designed for curious young minds, this fun zone breaks down the science of evolution with kid-friendly visuals and interactive displays, perfect for budding explorers.
For Jurassic World fans - Fans of the films will love the immersive scenes and detailed animatronics.
Where: Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay
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The Violinist (沧海琴声), brings music, memory, and friendship to the big screen this September.
This Singapore-led animation feature made history at the 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival, taking home the Cristal for a Feature Film and the SACEM Award for Best Original Soundtrack.
Set against a significant period in Singapore's history, the film follows a story of resilience and the lasting power of music. Catch it in English or Mandarin, with the Mandarin version featuring Singaporean talents including Guo Liang as Lim Bo Seng, along with Ayden Sng and Fang Rong.
Cinema Release: 17 Sep 2026
Sneak Previews: 11-13 Sep 2026 at selected cinemas
Location: Selected cinemas in Singapore, including Golden Village and Filmhouse Cinemas
Admission: From $11.50; eligible for SG Culture Pass credits.
From 1 July 2026, weekday entries at Splash Tribe now come with unlimited playtime!
Kids can now spend hours exploring the sandcastle-themed water playground with racer slides, giant water buckets, and interactive water sprays, while parents unwind by the infinity-edge pool overlooking Palawan Beach.
Your weekday package comes with dining credits, making it easy to refuel with family favorites like pizzas, burgers, and finger foods.
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Location: Splash Tribe, The Palawan @ Sentosa, 54 Palawan Beach Walk Singapore 098233
Admission: From $120 nett for a dining table that seats 4 persons, inclusive of equivalent dining credits
Auntie Anne’s turns 30 in Singapore this year, and rrooll is celebrating its 5th birthday. To mark both milestones, the 2 brands are giving kids free treats every Saturday and Sunday in October,
At Auntie Anne’s, kids who measure under the line on the in-store Pretzel Height Chart can get a free set of 3 Stix with every paying adult pretzel purchase.
Over at rrooll, little ones who stand below the Roll Height Chart can enjoy a complimentary roll with every adult purchase of any Signature item.
Date: Every Saturday & Sunday in October 2026
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Where: All outlets islandwide
PLAYON at Downtown East is a 13,800 sq ft arcade and sports playground packed with over 25 digital sports, VR arenas, and game zones for all ages.
One ticket gets you full unlimited access to everything, so it’s basically nonstop action from the second you walk in.
You can hop into a driving simulator, play archery, or get into a tennis match. The 360 degree VR ride is a must try too!
We were having so much fun that the 2 hours flew by just like that.
Location: 1 Pasir Ris Close, Downtown East, #01-339/345/346/347 Singapore 519599
Opening hours: Daily from 10am-10pm
Price: From $29 on weekdays and $35 on weekends/PH/School Holidays
REINVENTION: ALLPLAY turns Singapore Science Park into a playground where design, creativity and play come together through interactive installations, hands-on workshops, and immersive experiences.
Wander through PlayLab and you’ll findgiant inflatables, mechanical puzzles, board games and rotating exhibitions, Or take on PlayMission, where the Ranger Buddies lead families through sustainability-themed challenges built for curious kids.
Then there’s PlayCourt, an outdoor playspace that keeps changing shape: reimagined sports, community murals and weekend activities.
New programmes will be rolled out across the 3 months.
Dates: 11 Aug-22 Nov 2026 (Selected programmes on specific dates)
Where: Singapore Science Park (Geneo & 7 Science Park Drive)
Admission: Festival entry is free. Selected workshops and activities are ticketed.
Into the Ocean: Journey Beneath is an exhibition that takes you through the ocean’s different zones, from sunlit coral reefs, down to its dark, mysterious depths where rare deep sea creatures lurk .
Created in partnership with OceanX, the exhibition features immersive visuals, interactive elements, and real footage of marine life rarely seen by the public.
You’ll also learn how ocean systems function, snowalong with a section dedicated to marine conservation..
Date: 6 Jun - 1 Nov 2026
Where: ArtScience Museum
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Making its world premiere in Singapore, One Ocean: Every Action Ripples transforms 20 years of ocean research into an interactive journey across 10 zones.
The experience combines 360-degree projections, spatial sound, free-roaming VR, and hands-on exhibits to transport visitors into various marine ecosystems.
Highlights include a stunning 360° ocean showcase, a replica of the Tara Polar Station used for Arctic research, and interactive sections that explore everything from deep-sea creatures to Singapore’s own marine environment.
For those who want a more immersive perspective, an optional VR experience lets you explore underwater worlds and seehow the ocean keeps our planet running.
Date: 30 May 2026 - 3 Jan 2027
Time: 10am-5pm (Tue-Sun, closed on Mondays except PH & school holidays)
Where: Science Centre Singapore
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The newly opened Starbucks WEAVE destination store is one of the most unique Starbuck stores in Singapore. It’s the only one in Singapore with a laser engraving station where you can custom engrave a selection of tumblers right on the spot.
You'll also find exclusive merchandise available only at this outlet, including Singapore collaborations with local brands like wheniwasfour and Talking Toes, as well as a beautiful Peranakan-inspired collection.
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There are also life-sized Bearistas everywhere for fun photo ops, artworks by Singaporean artist puffingmuffin, and a super cuteBearista-inspired food and drinks menu.
Opening Hours: Daily, 8am – 10pm
Where: Starbucks WEAVE, Resorts World Sentosa, 26 Sentosa Gateway, #01-221/222, Singapore 098138
Pokémon Day-to-Night Adventure Presented by Singapore Cable Car has been refreshed with exciting new experiences for Pokémon fans.
Running from 30 May 2026 to 21 January 2027, you can ride in one of 18 themed cable car cabins featuring starter Pokémon from all nine Pokémon regions, from Kanto to Paldea. Discover different starter Pokémon trios, themed cabin interiors, and fun Pokémon facts as you travel across Singapore.
From 7.45pm onwards, the adventure transforms into a night-time experience where you can use a complimentary UV torch to reveal hidden Pokémon evolutions and uncover special surprises inside the cabins. Each ticket also includes a complimentary Poké Ball-themed collectible silhouette card.
Where: Mount Faber Line – Mount Faber Peak, HarbourFront Tower 2, Sentosa
Price: From $20.70
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*Tickets available via the Singapore Cable Car ticketing counters and order online.
The National Library Board has set up a Sci-Fi Pop-up Library at Parkway Parade, offering a fresh way to experience science fiction.
This fully self-service library features close to 4,000 sci-fi books, graphic novels, and comics for all ages, along with chrome interiors, neon lighting, and interactive eBook borrowing stations.
There’s also a special sci-fi exhibition featuring original book cover artworks, themed displays, and stories inspired by space adventures, dystopian worlds, and cyberpunk fiction.
NLB has also launched new Sit-n-Read Nodes at Century Square, City Sprouts Bedok, and The Cove at Waterway Point, where you can freely pick up and enjoy pre-loved books in cosy community reading spaces.
Date: 14 May 2026 – 11 April 2027
Time: 10am-10pm daily
Where:
Admission: Free
Art and nature come together in this playful, immersive experience at the National Gallery Singapore.
When Art Meets Nature invites families on a multi-sensory journey through forest-inspired installations and soundscapes, designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young explorers.
Wander through Peace Forest by Soh Ee Shaun, filled with soft sculptures of animals and plants, then follow the sounds and stories of a river in Where the River Runs by Yenting Hsu.
Date: 30 Apr - 1 Nov 2026
Time: Gallery opening hours
Where: City Hall Wing, Level 1 (City Hall Alcove) & Keppel Centre for Art Education, National Gallery Singapore
Admission: Free
Bukit Batok Library has reopened at West Mall, now twice it’s original size and spread across three levels.
The new design takes inspiration from the natural beauty of Little Guilin, featuring unique cave-like interiors that offer a quiet escape for reading or relaxing.
A new sound experience fills the halls with soft, ambient noises based on daily life in Bukit Batok, creating a calm atmosphere.
To help you find your next book, the library includes interactive Scan-n-Discover stations that suggest similar titles. You can also browse digital shelves to explore a wider collection beyond the physical books on display.
Date: From 27 March 2026
Time: 9am–9pm (Selected areas till 10pm)
Where: Bukit Batok Library, West Mall
Admission: Free
Hello from the Wild: Horse puts you face-to-face with the charming Falabella, one of the world's smallest horse breeds.
Guided by expert animal keepers, you'll get to groom these pint-sized beauties up close, all while learning about their quirky behaviours, social bonds, and the dedicated care that goes into keeping them happy.
Dates: Every Tuesday and Sunday
Time: 10:30am-10:50am (20 mins)
Location: Singapore Zoo
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Things to note: Min height of 1.2m. Participants are required to wear closed-toe shoes.
The refreshed Temasek Shophouse is now a social impact hub spanning 4 beautifully restored historic shophouses, offering new spaces and initiatives for people to connect with causes like heritage, culture, sustainability, and community.
You can visit their new spaces from 29 Sep 2025, which include a media studio and three event venues, plus triple the previous co-working capacity.
As you explore, you’ll encounter new creative installations to help you understand social impact, heritage, and sustainability in Singapore, as well as F&B and retail partners including all-day Peranakan cafe Bibik Violet.
Location: 28 Orchard Road Singapore 238832
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Adrian is the Managing Editor of Sunny City Kids where he oversees editorial strategy and content direction.
A father of 2 daughters, he's often exploring the city and travelling with his family, turning everyday outings and family trips into small adventures.
He also writes on education, driven by a belief that the best parenting is equal parts preparation and improvisation.
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