Family activities this weekend Singapore

 Family activities this weekend Singapore

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Light to Night at ACM: Power of Play

Asian Civilisations Museum

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Experience ACM after dark through the Power of Play! Join us for traditional games, tabletop adventures, gallery quests, and activities and performances inspired by our special exhibition Let's Play! The Art and Design of Asian Games.

Venue:Asian Civilisations Museum
Date:30, 31 Jan 2026
Time:6–10pm
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CNY Family FUN 2026

Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre

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From 30 January to 1 February 2026, bring your family and friends to Shenton Way to ride into the Year of the Horse! Co-organised by Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre and Singapore Chinese Orchestra, this year’s CNY Family FUN will feature lion dance performances, a horse-themed Finding Harmony art installation, mission quests, children workshops, free arts and crafts activities, zodiac photobooth, zodiac forecast exhibition and more!

Venue:Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
Date:Jan 30, 2026 - Feb 01, 2026
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BURP - An Esplanade Production

Esplanade

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Get ready for BURP , a tale about a man who loves collecting sounds in special jars, each one a doorway to a special memory or feeling. Every day, he picks a few sound jars and plays them on his Incredible Sound Machine, transporting him back to extraordinary moments in time.

Venue:Esplanade Theatre Studio
Date:30 Jan – 15 Feb 2026
Recommended Age:3 – 6 years old
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Aliwal Urban Arts Festival 2026

Aliwal Arts Centre

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Immerse yourself at Aliwal Arts Centre as it transforms into a living ecosystem, where symbiosis - the mutual support and inspiration between people and cultures comes live through street art, live graffiti, music, skate culture, immersive installations, urban dance, and open studios by Aliwal’s creative tenants.

Join creators, artists, and festivalgoers as they move together in a shared rhythm and feel the streets of Kampong Gelam pulse with life.

Venue:Aliwal Arts Centre
Date:31 Jan 2026
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Funfair of Forgotten Futures

Temasek Shophouse

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The Funfair of Forgotten Futures is a space of paradox – a carnival of both joy and reckoning, where play meets planet action. Here, amidst the bright lights and beckoning games, the playfulness of a funfair collides with the urgent realities of a world in crisis.

Each game, each interaction, is a metaphor for an environmental challenge, reinterpreting the familiar tropes of amusement into a site for reflection, resistance, and action.

Come join us for a month-long carnival, where learning and play intersects!

Venue:Banyan Cove, Level 1, Temasek Shophouse
Date:Friday, January 16, 2026 - Sunday, February 15, 2026
Time:10:00 AM - 7:30 PM
More Details:Temasek Shophouse

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Gallop into Spring on Sentosa

Sentosa

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This Chinese New Year, Sentosa invites you to Gallop Into Spring — a magical celebration where timeless Disney favourites meet ancient Chinese mythology. From 30 January to 3 March 2026, Sentosa Sensoryscape transforms into an immersive retelling of King Mu’s legendary quest, with each sensorial zone unveiling a new chapter through light, sound and interactive installations. Free to enjoy, this enchanting journey brings festive storytelling to life, blending tradition and imagination in a truly one-of-a-kind experience.

Beyond Sensoryscape, the festivities continue across the island with themed photo spots, exclusive keepsakes and seasonal surprises waiting to be discovered. Families can also take home a personalised memento with Disney Zodiac Pick-A-Name Plates, featuring beloved Disney characters alongside the twelve Chinese zodiac animals, available at redemption points or for purchase island-wide. From glowing nightscapes to playful collectibles, Gallop Into Spring promises a Chinese New Year celebration filled with wonder, warmth and joyful discovery.

Venue:Sensoryscape, Sentosa
Date:30 January – 3 March 2026
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Lunar New Year 2026 at Jurong Lake Gardens

NPark

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Step into a world of vibrant colour and tradition as Jurong Lake Gardens invites you to a spectacular Lunar New Year celebration from 7 February to 3 March 2026.

As we gallop into the Year of the Horse, we embrace a season defined by strength, bold moves, and exploration. Our celebrations are curated with families in mind, offering a perfect blend of nature and tradition. Whether you are looking for a peaceful stroll or festive excitement, there is something for everyone.

Venue:Chinese Garden, Jurong Lake Gardens
Date:Sat, 07 Feb 2026 - Tue, 03 Mar 2026
Time:05:30AM - 10:00PM
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2026 Museum Roundtable Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign

NATIONAL HERITAGE BOARD

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Now in its 12th edition, the 2026 Museum Roundtable (MR) Lunar New Year Hongbao Campaign returns with new red packet designs based on the Zodiac Year of the Horse!

From 23 January to 15 February 2026, visitors will be able to collect a set of unique red packet designs at 49 participating museums, heritage institutions and galleries, while stocks last. Each set will contain six (6) pieces of red packets, themed respectively to the 49 participating museums.

This year's campaign also features Hongbao Hunt, a gamified experience for the public to experience at six participating NHB museums and institutions. Players will need to sign in via https://games.nhb.gov.sg/hongbao-hunt, solve a riddle to locate a particular artefact within the respective museum, and then scan the artefact to obtain a unique QR code, which can then be used to redeem their red packets at the designated vending machine.

Venue:49 participating museums, heritage institutions and galleries
Date:23 Jan – 15 Feb 2026
Time:10am - 6pm
More Details:NATIONAL HERITAGE BOARD

HSBC SVNS Singapore 2026

The Kallang

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FAMILY FUN TAKES CENTRE STAGE AS HSBC SVNS SINGAPORE RETURNS IN 2026!

The Family SVNS is back! Promising something for everyone, the HSBC SVNS Singapore returns to the National Stadium on 31 January and 1 February 2026 with early bird ticket prices starting from $29 for youths (aged 4–17), $59 for adults, and family packages available from $139.20.

Bring your little ones to the Junior Fun Zone for exciting meet-and-greets with MY LITTLE PONY, Peppa & George, and Optimus Prime!

Venue:National Stadium, The Kallang, 1 Stadium Drive, Singapore 397629
Date:17 January 2026
Time:6pm to 10pm
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Spring Blossoms: Gallop into Prosperity

Gardens By The Bay

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In the Year of the Horse, eight majestic, life-sized horse lanterns handcrafted by Chinese artisans using techniques that originated in the Tang Dynasty over a thousand years ago take centre stage at Flower Dome. Admire the horses as they cavort amid plum blossoms, orchids, chrysanthemums and bamboo — plants collectively known as the “Four Gentlemen” of Chinese art and philosophy.

Venue:Flower Dome
Date:Fri, 16 Jan - Sun, 1 Mar 2026
Time:9.00am - 9.00pm
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Gallop into POP-SPERITY

Resorts World Sentosa

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This Chinese New Year, your favourite POP MART characters are coming together for a spectacular family reunion at Resorts World Sentosa.

Explore the resort and spot Twinkle Twinkle, LABUBU from THE MONSTERS, SKULLPANDA, and more at their GOLDEN GALLOP-inspired photo spots. And as evening falls, watch them light up the night with a gentle glow of prosperity.

Collect your POP MART Passport and collect 10 or more stamps along the way. Redeem them for an exclusive GALLOP INTO POP-SPERITY sticker sheet set.

Venue:Resorts World Sentosa
Date:16 Jan 2026 - 15 Mar 2026
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Stack Up The Fun this Lunar New Year

Marina Square

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Usher in the Prosperous Year of the Horse and bask in the festive spirit as you eat, play and shopwith bountiful rewards and joyful festivities! Shop for CNY goodies at our Festive Fair, enjoy first-in-Singapore Budao Weng performances and auspicious lion dance performances.

Budao Weng Performances:16-18 Jan & 23-25 Jan, Central Atrium, 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3:30pm, 5:30pm & 7:30pm

High Pole Lion Dance Performances, 31 Jan, 1, 7 & 8 Feb-1pm & 5pm, Central Atrium

Venue:Marina Square
Date:12 Jan - 24 Feb 2026
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T5 In the Making Exhibition

Changi Airport

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T5 In the Making is an immersive exhibition that unveils Singapore’s next chapter in air travel. Discover the magic behind building the airport for our future. Explore innovative ideas, imagine bold possibilities, and be part of a journey where dreams take flight and become our reality.

Book a timeslot to visit the exhibition.

Venue:Changi Airport Terminal 3
Date:6 January 2026 to March 2026
Time:07:00PM - 11:45PM
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Northern Lights amidst our Supertrees

Gardens By The Bay

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Get to experience the Northern Lights in Singapore with Borealis, an immersive light and sound installation at Gardens by the Bay’s Supertree Grove!

Venue:Supertree Grove. Gardens By The Bay
Date:Every Sat, Sun & Mon
Time:8.00pm - 8.30pm
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Play + Make @ Children's Museum Singapore

Children's Museum Singapore

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A celebration of Singapore's food heritage through play and creativity

Venue:23-B, Coleman St Singapore 179807
Date:23 July 2025 - March 2026
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Light to Night Singapore 2026

National Gallery Singapore

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Light to Night Singapore 2026 marks the 10th edition of the festival, and for the first time, it will extend across four weekends from 9 to 31 January 2026.

With the theme of “The Power in Us,” the festival returns to celebrate the collective strength that emerges when people and communities come together to reflect, converse and create with the help of art. This edition explores how the power of unity can shape shared experiences and spark new possibilities. Audiences can look forward to interactive art installations, façade projections, performances and programmes that invite them to take part in the festival in unexpected ways.

Venue:Held in various locations
Date:9 Jan - 31 Jan 2026
Time:09:00AM - 10:00AM
More Details:National Gallery Singapore

Curiosity Cove

Mandai Wildlife

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Discover Singapore’s largest indoor nature-inspired playscape for kids 12 and under!

Through interactive and educational play, children explore how animals live, adapt and thrive in the wild across four immersive zones filled with wonder and discovery.

Venue:Mandai Wildlife EAST, 80 Mandai Lake Road, Singapore 729979
Time: 10:00am* – 6:30pm (Last Entry: 5:30pm)
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Dopamine Land Singapore

Dopamine Land Singapore
Dopamine Land Singapore
Dopamine Land Singapore

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Dopamine Land is a multisensory experience that combines media, technology and play in one place. This interactive museum wants everyone to embrace their inner child and explore all the colorful installations. Take a break from your everyday life, have some fun and boost your happy emotions!

Venue:Level 2, WEAVE @ Resorts World Sentosa, #02-204-205, Singapore 098269
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The Albatross File: Singapore’s Separation Declassified

National Library

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SG60 Capstone Event, open to the public from 8 Dec 2025.

The end of a merger – and the start of a nation.

Based on the forthcoming book The Albatross FIle: Inside Separation and supplemented by newly declassified materials from the National Archives, deepen your understanding of our separation story in this introspective and immersive exhibition.

Venue:Level 10, National Library Building
Date:From 8 Dec 2025.
Time: 10:00 AM - 09:00 PM
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Step into Play - Children's Spaces

Indian Heritage Centre

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Celebrate friendships new and old as artists and kindred spirits come together for a time of collaboration, reflection and revelry.

Venue:IHC Levels 4 & 3
Date:Tue - Sun
Time:10am - 6pm
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MY LITTLE PONY - Petals of Friendship at Floral Fantasy

Gardens by the Bay

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Step into a world of colour and magic as Hasbro’s MY LITTLE PONY brand comes to Gardens by the Bay’s Floral Fantasy in the exclusive Petals of Friendship showcase beginning December 11.

Venue:Floral Fantasy
Date:Thu, 11 Dec 2025 - Sun, 12 Apr 2026
Time:10.00am - 9.00pm
More Details:Gardens by the Bay

Mission SG: Operation Broken Oath

Singapore Discovery Centre

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Become agents of the National Intelligence Unit in a thrilling national security mission at Singapore Discovery Centre.

Venue:Singapore Discovery Centre, 510 Upper Jurong Rd, Singapore 638365
Date:1 Sep onwards
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'Feel Your Way Through The Gallery' Trail

National Gallery Singapore

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Just like Riley in Disney and Pixar’s Inside Out and Inside Out 2, we all feel joy, sadness, anger, fear and anxiety. On this self-guided trail, explore artworks and reflect on the emotion you connect with most – and discover how art shapes what we feel.

Venue:Various locations around National Gallery Singapore
Date:3 Dec 2025 – 31 Mar 2026
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SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Singapore

National Museum of Singapore

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Making its international debut at the National Museum of Singapore, SKULLPANDA CAGE-UNCAGE Singapore is an immersive and thought-provoking showcase that encourages visitors to examine their sense of self through the deeper narrative behind POP MART's beloved SKULLPANDA character. How are our choices shaped by the layers of our identities as individuals, as part of a larger community, and more?

Venue:Stamford Gallery (L1) and Gallery Theatre (B1), National Museum of Singapore
Date:12 Dec 2025 – 22 Feb 2026
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A Whale of a Tale - A Playground for All

National Museum of Singapore

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A Whale of a Tale, a Magical Bridge Design is the first intergenerational playground at a museum in Singapore. Located near the Front Lawn of the National Museum of Singapore, the playground reimagines the iconic blue whale skeleton once displayed at the museum from the early 1900s to the 1970s, when a selection of its zoological collection was still showcased in its spaces.

Venue:National Museum of Singapore
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DINOSAURS | EXTINCTIONS | US

Yuhua CC

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This bold new exhibition at Science Centre explores prehistoric giants and mass extinctions, featuring the awe-inspiring Patagotitan mayorum, a true titan of the dinosaur world.

Venue:Science Centre Singapore, Annexe Halls
Date: From 11 Oct 2025
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The Art and Design of Asian Games

Asian Civilisations Museum

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Games are among humanity's oldest shared experiences – a source of joy, challenge, and connection for thousands of years. In Asia, they have developed in remarkably diverse ways, from the lively, fast-paced rhythms of mahjong and congkak to the contemplative strategy of go and chess. They have entertained and educated, reflected power and status, and acted as metaphors for life.

Venue:Asian Civilisations Museum
Date:5 Sep 2025–7 Jun 2026
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Dino Playground at Causeway Point

Causeway Point

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Enchant your little ones, and engage them with high-energy and imaginative play at the wet playground filled with slides, spring riders, trampolines, and more! Kids will bound to have a Dino-mite experience at this prehistoric adventureland.

Venue:Level 7, Causeway Point
More Details:Causeway Point

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Learning Gallery

SAM

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Spark Curiosity. Rekindle Wonder. Explore contemporary art with the uninhibited spirit of a child and rediscover the joy of learning.

Venue:Level 1, Gallery 2, SAM at Tanjong Pagar Distripark
Date | Time:2 Aug 2025 – 28 June 2026 | 10AM–7PM
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Star Wars Pop-Up Library

National Library Board

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Inspired by the legendary Jedi Archives, Singapore's first-ever Star Wars Pop-Up Library houses a collection of Star Wars physical and digital books, catering to readers of all ages, from young Padawans to Jedi Masters.

Experience the newly piloted automated book retrieval and return system, featuring a robotic arm that retrieves and returns books through a touch-screen kiosk.

Engage with Star Wars-themed interactive activities including a personality quiz to discover which Jedi you are most like, and a trivia challenge that puts your Star Wars knowledge to the test.

Venue:Changi Airport Terminal 3, Level 2 (Beside North Skytrain and Linkbridge to Jewel)
Date:6 August 2025 – 24 January 2026
Time:10 am to 10 pm daily
More Details:National Library Board

Titanic: An Immersive Voyage

Titanic: An Immersive Voyage

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Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime expedition to experience Titanic, the most luxurious ship to ever set sail. Featuring numerous artifacts, dramatic room recreations, never-before-seen 3D views, video animations, and cutting-edge technology, Titanic: An Immersive Voyage – Through the Eyes of the Passengers tells the story of the RMS Titanic like never before.

Witness the ship's construction, walk her glorious halls, come face-to-face with the Iceberg, and experience its dramatic final moments in our immersive galleries.

Venue:The experience will take place at Fever Exhibition Hall, 25 Scotts Road, Singapore, 228220
Date:Starting August 2025
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Singapore Odyssea [Opening 8 Aug 2025]

National Museum of Singapore

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Embark on a time-travelling voyage through Singapore's 700-year history at Singapore Odyssea, the National Museum of Singapore's new signature experience housed within the iconic Shaw Foundation Glass Rotunda.

As the museum's SG60 gift to the nation, Singapore Odyssea invites visitors into a spellbinding multimedia showcase that blends light, art and interactive storytelling elements for a deeply immersive experience. Pick up an RFID wristband to activate your personal magical companion inspired by Singapore native wildlife, and let it guide you through stunning visuals inspired by our changing seascape, animated dioramas of key moments in history, and encounters with legendary creatures from our local myths on this multi-sensorial journey through time.

Venue: Level 2, National Museum of Singapore
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Gallery Children's Biennale 2025

JEWEL CHANGI

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The Gallery Children's Biennale has been one of National Gallery Singapore's signature events since 2017, embodying the Gallery's commitment to inspire young and curious minds with art. It aims to explore the many ways that children can learn and play while engaging more with the world around them.

The fifth edition of Gallery Children's Biennale is in conjunction with the Gallery's 10th anniversary and the nation's 60th birthday. Through the overarching theme of "Tomorrow We'll Be...", the next Biennale invites children to reflect on the endless possibilities of their future by exploring the four core values of Joy, Kindness, Dream and Love. Both children and adults can look forward to eight multi-sensorial artwork installations by local and international artists, as well as a series of fun and engaging programmes throughout the Biennale period.

Venue:National Gallery Singapore
Date31 May 2025 – 29 March 2026
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Cloud Forest featuring Jurassic World: The Experience

Gardens By The Bay

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Opening 29 May 2025, Jurassic World: The Experience debuts within the mist-shrouded Cloud Forest at Gardens by the Bay. Presented by NEON and Universal Live Entertainment, this immersive event brings to life the cinematic wonder of the Jurassic World film franchise through life-sized animatronic dinosaurs nestled within the iconic cooled conservatory. Surrounded by lush greenery and misty waterfalls, get ready to be transported hundreds of millions of years back in time to an era when dinosaurs ruled the Earth.

Venue:Cloud Forest
Date:From Thu, 29 May 2025
More Details:Gardens By The Bay

Brand New Triple Lane Slide at Revamped Sengkang Swimming Complex

Sengkang Sports Centre

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Come experience our most exciting upgrade yet! The complex now features a brand-new triple-lane slide, perfect for high-speed racing fun with friends and family. We've also added vibrant spiral tube slides, offering enclosed twists and turns for an exhilarating ride. For those who love a big splash, don't miss our upgraded giant splash funnel — a thrilling drop that promises to be the highlight of your visit.

Venue:Sengkang Swimming Complex
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Keppel Centre for Art Education

Keppel Centre for Art Education

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A vibrant and dynamic space, the Keppel Centre for Art Education invites young learners to be inspired by the art of Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Venue:Level 1, City Hall Wing, National Gallery Singapore
Time:Open daily, 10am–7pm
More Details:Keppel Centre for Art Education

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Play Feast Repeat

Play Feast Repeat

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Playtime and free treats!

Children under 12 years old can dine for free at the participating restaurants!

Venue:Guoco Midtown
Date:All Sundays from 27 Apr – 30 Nov 25.
More Details:Midtown Market

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Minionland

Minionland

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Step into the world of Illumination's Despicable Me and share a fun-filled day of laughs and mischief with your favourite characters.

Venue:Universal Studio, Resort World Sentosa
Time:Today 10 AM - 7 PM
More Details:Resort World Sentosa

PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden

PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden
PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden

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The perfect playground for the young and young at heart, the Family Zone was developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Social and Family Development, Community Chest and PropNex. Together with the Active Garden, which was built with support from the Tote Board, it is the latest outdoor social hub, where there's something for everyone.

Venue:PropNex Family Zone and Active Garden | Gardens By The Bay
Time:Daily: 5am to 2am
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Revamped Jacob Ballas Children's Garden!

Jacob Ballas Children's Garden

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The Waterplay at Jacob Ballas Children's Garden has reopened with an expanded space, as well as enhanced features and amenities for families to enjoy. Now spanning approximately 500 square metres – more than triple its previous size – the refreshed Waterplay offers children a fun, immersive way to connect with nature and learn about important environmental processes through play.

Venue:Jacob Ballas Children's Garden
Time:Last entry is 6.30pm
More Details:Jacob Ballas Children's Garden

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