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The September school holidays are here, and we've rounded up some of our absolute favorite activities to enjoy with your little ones!
Whether you're looking for exciting indoor playgrounds, amazing outdoor events to soak up some sunshine, captivating kids' shows, fascinating exhibitions, or vibrant festivals, there's something to keep every family happily entertained throughout the holidays.
Don't forget to bookmark this page – we'll continue to post fresh updates with even more exciting events and activities!
Recommended: September School Holiday Camps
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 opens from 29 May 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.
Date: From 29 May 2025
Where: Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay
Admission:
Experience a unique encounter with manta rays at the Manta Rays Experience at the Singapore Oceanarium!
For 45 minutes, you'll be taken on a behind-the-scenes tour to see first-hand how manta rays are cared for. From learning about their specialised, plankton-rich diet to observing the feeding techniques used for marine animals in the Open Ocean zone.
Along the way, you’ll also discover fascinating facts like how manta rays have the largest brains of any fish in the world, making this experience not only exciting but also highly educational.
As a keepsake from the experience, you will even get to take home an exclusive Animal Spotlight lanyard and an adorable plush manta ray keyring.
Ages: recommended for ages 4 and above
Date: 6-20 Sep, 2025
Time: 11.30am | 2pm | 4.30pm
Where: Singapore Oceanarium
Admission: $28 (Price excludes admission to Singapore Oceanarium)
Discover 60 years of Singapore's pop culture at SingaPop!.
You're about to experience six decades of Singapore's most beloved pop culture moments in one incredible exhibition.
Curated by national icon Dick Lee, this immersive multimedia exhibition takes you on a playful and heartfelt journey through the music, film, language, fashion, and food that have shaped Singapore from the 1960s to today.
You’ll step into lively zones filled with interactive experiences that celebrate everything uniquely Singapore, and encounter the stars who put Singapore on the entertainment map: Kit Chan, Kumar, Rahimah Rahim, and many more.
Your interactive wristband becomes your key to unlocking personalized experiences at every turn.
Feel like grooving to that classic local hit you grew up with? Go for it. Think your Singlish is unbeatable? Put it to the test.
In the SingaMakan Zone, you'll find yourself grilling virtual satay like a hawker centre pro and managing your very own dessert stall. You'll even get to rename the stalls!
Every zone invites you to interact, play, and connect with the shared experiences that unite us as Singaporeans.
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The sounds, sights, and stories will transport you through memorable moments, including those special National Day celebrations that tug at your heartstrings.
At the end of the exhibition, you’ll receive a personalised SingaPop identity wallpaper to download - a unique keepsake based on your journey through the exhibition.
Whether you’re a lifelong local or discovering Singapore’s spirit for the first time, SingaPop invites you to celebrate the people, stories, and traditions that make this little red dot feel like home.
Date: 2 Aug - 28 Dec 2025
Time:
Where: ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
Admission: From $25
Step aboard history's most famous ship! The Titanic immersive exhibition is making its Asian debut in Singapore this August.
Experience the journey through the eyes of actual passengers - feel the excitement of boarding, the elegance of the voyage, and the heartbreak of that fateful night.
With cutting-edge VR technology, you'll even explore the wreck site 4km beneath the Atlantic Ocean. Real stories, authentic artifacts, and handwritten letters bring the human side of this historic tragedy to life.
Singapore gets something special - exclusive panels showing how our local newspapers first broke the story back in 1912, complete with historic photos of our city during that era.
Date: 6 Aug 2025 - 2 Feb 2026
Where: Fever Exhibition Hall, 25 Scotts Road Singapore 228220
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.
Kids will love this indoor playground that's built for active kids who love to climb, slide, and explore.
Take on a thrilling four-storey play structure packed with a maze of challenges and slides.
From heart-pumping slides for daredevils to gentle ones for your more cautious explorers, everyone gets the perfect thrill.
You can also bounce on the trampolines, challenge your friends in the ball pit with an interactive TV, or test your strength on two different climbing walls.
Feeling brave? Take on the suspended rope course high above the ground. Even adults can get in on the action and have a blast!
For the littlest explorers, there's plenty for them too. They can dig and play in the rainbow pallet pit, hop on a mini vehicle, or even trot around on an adorable llama.
Tickets (for 1 child and 1adult):
Location: 2 Tampines Central 6 #01-01 Income at Tampines Point, Singapore 529483
Experience the beauty of the Swiss Alps at Alpine Adventure, the latest floral display at Gardens by the Bay.
In collaboration with Switzerland Tourism, the exhibition showcases more than 50 varieties of alpine and seasonal plants, including gorgeous red, pink, and white begonias reminiscent of those adorning Swiss mountain towns.
You’ll encounter recreations of iconic landmarks such as St. Peter’s Church in Zurich and the Fraumünster with its stunning stained-glass windows, alongside a miniature of the Glacier Express-celebrated as the slowest yet most scenic train in the world.
Cultural details such as papercutting art and the sound of the alphorn add an authentic touch, making it feel as though you are in Switzerland.
Date: 8 Sep - 12 Oct 2025
Time: 9am-9pm (Daily)
Where: Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Admission: Included with Flower Dome ticket
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If you love cars, you’ll want to check out the Die-cast cars pop-up that’s for the inner child in all of us.
A wide range of diecast cars will be on display, from classic Matchbox models to rare Hot Wheels sets. You can also enjoy endless racing fun at a play corner packed with racing tracks and sets.
Take home your favourite cars and sets at special prices, including a very cool Formula 1 Hot Wheels set that F1 fans will enjoy.
Before leaving, make sure to explore the museum’s amazing vintage toy collection that will bring you back to your childhood.
Date: 23 Aug - 5 Oct 2025
Time: Tue-Sun: 9.30am-6.30pm
Where: 26 Seah Street, 188382 Singapore
Admission: From $30
The SG60 Heart&Soul Experience invites you on a multi-sensory journey that weaves together Singapore’s past, present, and future.
Organised by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) in partnership with the National Library Board (NLB), the exhibition combines immersive storytelling and generative AI technology to deliver a multi-sensory, personalised, and interactive experience.
You can create your own digital avatar, explore interactive installations, and enjoy visual and audio sensations that respond to your presence.
More than 110 public, private, and community partners have collaborated to present an inspiring collective narrative that celebrates Singapore’s heritage, shared aspirations, and opportunities for the future.
The SG60 Heart&Soul Experience consists of two components:
Date: 26 Aug - 31 Dec 2025
Location: Orchard Library (Levels 3 & 4 of orchard gateway)
Admission: Admission is free, and access to the ticketed experience is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are open for booking from 29 July 2025 (for tickets from 26 August to end September). New ticket slots will be released at the first of each month for the following month (e.g. 1st September for October tickets).
Explore the history of various Asian games that have existed for thousands of years at Let’s Play!.
Discover games in a variety of styles, from fast-paced and lively ones such as mahjong and congkak, to challenging strategy games like go and chess, all of which showcase the creativity and ingenuity of Asian communities.
You also can try interactive games on your own, explore outdoor installations, and take part in engaging programmes and discussions.
Date: 5 Sep 2025 - 7 Jun 2026 (Daily)
Time: 10am-7pm | Fridays, 10am-9pm
Where: Asian Civilisations Museum
Admission:
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The Singapore Flyer launches the Reimagined Singapore Flyer Journey, featuring its newly enhanced Time Capsule.
Explore Singapore’s past, present, and future through an immersive pre-flight journey. The Time Capsule blends cutting-edge multimedia, interactive exhibits, and cinematic storytelling to bring the nation’s rich history to life.
Then take flight 165 metres above the city in a breathtaking 360° experience, offering panoramic views and unlocking augmented reality features of iconic landmarks via the FLYER360 mobile app.
You can also catch a special preview of the imaginative SG60 showcase, brought to life by renowned local artist Ah Guo.
Date: 8 Aug 2025
Time: 10am-10pm (daily)
Where: Singapore Flyer, 30 Raffles Avenue, 039803 Singapore
Admission: From $25
The Gallery Children’s Biennale 2025 is back for its 5th edition!
From 31 May 2025 to 29 Mar 2026, kids (even babies!) can explore 8 amazing interactive art installations.
They’ll enter whimsical worlds, engage in digital enabled experiences, and interact with artwork through movement and play.
For the first time, all artworks will also have baby friendly experiences that stimulate their auditory and visual senses in a safe environment.
Bring the family down, there’s so much to see, do, and feel!
Admission is free!
Where: National Gallery Singapore
Covering an expansive area of over 40,000 square feet, Harry Potter: Visions of Magic invites visitors to explore the wizarding world's most mysterious locations.
Wield your wand as you uncover the secrets of ten spellbinding environments, including two exclusive to Singapore - the legendary Chamber of Secrets and The Trap Door!
From riding the Knight Bus to exploring Newt’s Menagerie and the Ministry of Magic, each area has been designed to offer a multi-sensory journey through responsive video content, bold architecture, and original soundscapes.
This interactive exhibition has captivated audiences across Europe and is now making its Asia debut in Singapore.
For its Singapore edition, Harry Potter: Visions of Magic will be even more spectacular, with an additional 10,000 square feet of space added to the exhibit.
This is your chance to be among the first in Asia to experience this enchanting adventure. Immerse yourself in pure magic, sip on authentic Butterbeer, and take home exclusive magical treasures!
Date: Till 31 Dec 2025
Location: Resorts World Sentosa
teamLab Future World has been refreshed with new installations that immerse you in a world of art, science, and wonder.
New Highlights Include:
Where: ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
Tickets: From $18 for adults and $13 for Concession
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The Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) turns four with a lineup of tasty experiences that'll satisfy your sweet tooth and creativity.
Roll up your sleeves for the Ice Cream Making Workshop with Denzy Gelato, where you’ll learn how to craft their signature sugar-alternative ice cream at home. Walk away with your very own Scoop Master certificate plus get full access to MOIC’s themed exhibits.
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Over the weekend, take a playful plunge into the Sprinkle Pool- an ice cream-themed ball pit that’s as Instagram worthy as it’s fun.
Grab some treats from MOIC’s signature pink ice cream cart, unleash your creative side at the Squishy Painting Workshop, and test your taste buds with the daily “Guess The Flavour” game for a chance to win a year-long MOIC membership worth $98.
If you love to party, the Disco Party is the place to be. Groove to the beats with DJ 5210 Music Collective and Wild Pearl while treating yourself to MOIC’s signature sweet treats.
Where:
Admission: Ice Cream Making Workshop from $25, Sprinkle Pool Takeover is free (Squishy Painting Workshop $25), Disco Party from $10
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First launched in 2002, The United Buddy Bears exhibition from Germany is now making its debut in Singapore!
Featuring 150 life-sized bear sculptures representing 145 countries and regions around the world, each is hand-painted by a professional artist from its country of origin.
Standing hand in hand in two large circles, the bears form a powerful visual symbol of peace, unity, and friendship among nations.
Date: 15 Aug-12 Oct 2025
Time: 9am-9pm
Where: Supertree Grove Lawn, Gardens by the Bay
Admission: Free
Rainforest Wild Asia, Mandai Wildlife Reserve's fifth and most innovative park transforms traditional wildlife encounters into immersive adventures across 13 hectares of Southeast Asian rainforest.
Visitors choose their own path through 8 spectacular zones, from gentle elevated walkways to challenging high-element traverses.
Watch Malayan tigers navigate waterfalls at Rock Cascade, encounter free-roaming langurs in The Canopy, or explore ancient limestone formations in The Cavern.
For thrill-seekers, special adventures await: leap from a six-storey-high platform with Canopy Jump, bounce through treetop nets in the AIA Vitality Bounce, or join in adventure tours where you'll embark on rock climbs and abseil down dark caverns.
The park's innovative flexible habitats ensure each visit brings fresh encounters, as animals naturally rotate through different spaces throughout the day.
Step into the filming locations of the music video “Your Love” by Blackpink member Jisoo.
Your Love Meets the Wild is a themed experience celebrating the music video where you can retrace Jisoo’s path across the forest floor trails, The Karsts, and dramatic rockscapes of The Cavern.
Pick up the “Snap & Capture Trail Guide” at the entrance and start exploring to find all the spots, including the Oculus - that iconic spot we loved from the music video.
Exclusive TikTok filters also let you recreate memorable scenes and share your own version of the story.
Rainforest Wild Asia Opening Hours: 9am-6pm daily
Where: Rainforest Wild Asia
Join the Singapore Air Force Museum for a special day of aviation, exploration, and fun for the whole family!
On 13 Sep 2025 from 10am-5pm at the Singapore Air Force Museum, you can get up close to military aircraft, meet a trailblazing squadron commander, and even try out cutting-edge flight technology.
11:30am & 2pm
Pull up a seat and hear directly from COL Lee Mei Yi (Callsign: Mystique), Singapore’s first female fighter squadron commander. She’ll share personal stories, career highlights, and rare behind-the-scenes moments from her time in the skies.
With just 48 seats per session, you’ll want to get in early for this rare chance to meet a true trailblazer.
Got a young aspiring pilot at home? Let them suit up in an RSAF uniform and see themselves as part of the team. It’s a great way to spark their imagination - and you’ll walk away with a keepsake photo worth framing.
Slip on the AR Hololens and see how pilots train with next-generation tech. From aircraft system overlays to guided procedures, you’ll get a taste of how the RSAF prepares its pilots for the skies.
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Test your reflexes, knowledge, and piloting skills in interactive challenges that mix the best of digital and physical fun. Perfect for kids, families, and anyone who loves a bit of friendly competition.
Stand beside two icons of the air, the F-15SG fighter jet and the C-130 Hercules transport aircraft.
Explore them up close, snap your best shots, and get a true sense of their power and scale.
Take the controls and see what it’s like to fly. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve tried before, these simulators give you an authentic taste of piloting, guided by experienced instructors.
Let the little ones get hands-on with the Wire Lock Activity. They’ll create their own aircraft-inspired crafts while learning how real airplanes use wire lock mechanisms.
If you’ve ever wanted to capture aircraft like a pro, this is your chance. Learn tips and techniques from seasoned photographers and practice on the Air Force museum’s historic planes.
“Beautiful Oops! The Musical” brings Barney Saltzberg’s best-selling book to life and you’re invited to discover the joy hiding in every mishap.
This musical shows you that every mistake and everyday “oops” moments, whether a paint spill, a torn sheet of paper, or a smudge, can be turned into something extraordinary.
The cheerful music will have you tapping your feet, the energetic choreography will get you moving, and the interactive storytelling means you become part of the creative process.
This colorful production reminds you that sometimes the best art comes from the most unexpected places. Your next "oops" moment might just be your next stroke of genius!
Date: 13–21 September 2025 (school shows: 16-19 Sept)
Time: $30-$45
Where: Gateway Theatre Black Box
Australia’s beloved children’s entertainer Emma Memma is bringing her hit show "Dance Island Party" to Singapore for the very first time!
Join Emma and her colourful friends Elvin Melvin, BB Butterfly and Waffles the Wombat on an adventure filled with catchy songs and lively performances.
It’s a chance for you and your little one to sing, dance, and even join Emma Memma on stage.
Date: 8-11 Sep 2025
Time: 7.30pm
Where: Drama Centre Theatre at National Library
Admission: $29 - $69
Singapore’s largest non-competitive choral festival-Voices of Singapore (VOS) Festival, returns with more than 80 exciting programmes.
Highlights this year include performances by four special choirs: Children, Youth, Community and Virtuosi, led by world-renowned guest conductors Mat Wright (UK), Susanna Saw (Malaysia), Sanders Lau (Hong Kong) and Dr Robert Casteels (Singapore).
This year’s festival introduces the new Perform and Learn format, combining concerts with live masterclasses, while also featuring school choir performances, SING60 recitals, evening galas, free outdoor shows, and inclusive programmes like Silver Exchanges, Starlight Exchanges, and the You + Me Project.
The Festival will close with a spectacular Celebration Concert featuring all four Festival Choirs, Artistic Director Dr Darius Lim, international guest conductors, and the Chorus of the People, uniting all their voices in a powerful mass sing-along.
Date: 6-10 Sep 2025
Where: CHIJMES Hall, Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza & VOS Capitol Studios
Admission: From $5
Commemorate 80 years since the end of the Japanese occupation, a moment in history that shaped the nation in profound ways. At Liberation of Singapore, you’re invited to pause, reflect, and connect with the stories of resilience that continue to echo today.
Join the Whispers of War discussion session to uncover how life changed during the Syonan-to era, and hear fresh perspectives on Singapore’s social transformation.
Step outside with the Journey to the East tour, where heritage activist Sarafian Salleh will guide you through places that still carry the historical traces of the Japanese occupation.
Date: 13–14 Sep 2025
Where:
Time:
Admission: Free for Whispers of War (registration required), $20 for Journey to the East (includes refreshments)
After 175 years, one of the world’s most famous ballets - the legendary State Ballet of Georgia, brings Swan Lake to Singapore for the very first time!
See the beauty and skill of classical ballet at the highest level, performed by 70 talented dancers led by Nina Ananiashvili - a world-famous ballerina and Director of the State Ballet of Georgia.
Enjoy the timeless story of Swan Lake with Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score paired with iconic choreography.
The visual spectacle matches the artistry. Elaborate costumes, those legendary white tutus, and grand sets depicting moonlit lakes and opulent ballrooms create a feast for your eyes that complements every graceful movement.
Date: 11-14 Sep 2025
Time:
Where: Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands
Admission: $68 - $198 (depending on category)
Get tickets:
Park(ing) Day turns an ordinary carpark into a community playground with over 30 parklets that’ll surprise and delight you at every turn.
Held since 2013, this year’s event has some fun and unique parklets, including:
You can also craft your own trophies, get aura readings, play nostalgic kopi games, and join TikTok-style family challenges with prizes and keepsakes to take home.
Where: 322A Jurong East Street 31 Singapore 601322 (Carpark)
Date: 13 Sep 2025
Time: 4pm - 8pm
Admission: Free (RSVPs encouraged)
Get ready to feel the adrenaline of Formula 1 indoors, as Marina Square brings you a racing-themed bouncy adventure!
Bounce through Tiger’s Turbo Track, a challenging obstacle course with tunnels, climbing zones, and bouncy hurdles, and race down Mark’s giant inflatable F1 car with two fun slides for double the fun!
Date: 6-16 Sep 2025
Location: Marina Square Central Atrium
Tickets: $15 (admits 1 child and 1 accompanying adult).
Marina Square members: $6 per ticket, purchase through the Marina Square app. Limited to 400 tickets
The ultimate pop-up bouncy playground has landed at One Holland Village!
From now till 14 Sep 2025, you can jam with Happy & Tiger at Happy's Jammin' Tribe, then challenge yourself with slides, jumps, and sporty challenges at Drago's Sports Hall.
Date: 28 Aug – 14 Sep 2025
Where: One Holland Village, Atrium
Opening Hours:
Admission: From $15
The Great Picnic Hangout returns for its second edition , transforming the atrium into an exciting playground of activities, shopping, and discovery.
This year’s event features Picnic Funland by Uncle Ringo, with picnic-themed inflatables, a Teacup Ride, and a Personality Quiz where you can discover which movie-inspired character matches you.
Entertainment & Activities: Enjoy free movie screenings, live songs by Auerius Academy, craft workshops by Abrakadoodle Art Studio, MyFirst, and Uncle Ringo, plus storytelling and a Maths Quiz from The Eton Academy.
Exclusive Rewards: Spend $120 ($240 for supermarkets) to get an exclusive KINTO Water Bottle 300ML and two RRRTS stickers, plus treats from SUBWAY, Ritz Apple Strudel, Bangkok Jam, Uncle Ringo, and more.
Date: 1-30 Sep 2025
Time: 10am-10pm
Where: Atrium, Level 1 at Great World, 1 Kim Seng Promenade Singapore 237994
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