Discover a list of exciting openings and experiences happening for you to create family fun in September 2024!
Here's a list of new, fun and exciting things to do and places to bring your kids out to! The month kicks off with the 1-week September school holidays, so you can expect lots of exciting and fun to-dos for little ones, there are also promotions and new venues for your family to explore too!
Remember to bookmark this list so that you can refer back when you need new family outing ideas! So go ahead to discover and create family fun with all the new things to do this September 2024!
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Dive into Fun at the Massive Baby Shark Bouncy Castles with McDonald's Singapore!
Venue:
- Marina Square: 3 – 8 Sep 2024, 10am to 8pm
- One Punggol: 16 Sep – 12 Oct 2024, 12pm to 8pm (Mon-Thu), 10am to 8pm (Fri-Sun)
*Last bouncy castle entry admission timing is at 7.30pm
Admission: $16 minimum spend or 500 McDonald's Loyalty Points on the McDonald's App for 30 minutes playtime for 1 Child (1 Adult for free)
Get ready for an exciting family adventure with the McDonald's Baby Shark Bouncy Castles! Happening across 2 venues, this is a delightful opportunity for kids aged 12 and below to have an energetic and fun-filled experience with their favourite characters that they will remember for a long time!
Each location will feature a massive and thrilling Baby Shark Bouncy Castle, promising endless fun for every child. At Marina Square, the bouncy castle spans an impressive 17m x 13.2m, while the one at One Punggol is even larger at 24m x 13.2m. Visiting both locations offers unique and exciting experiences for your kids, ensuring maximum enjoyment at each event.
To redeem a 30 minutes bouncy castle playtime for 1 child with 1 adult, simply Spend & Play or use your McD Loyalty Points,
- Spend & Play: Make a minimum purchase of $16* in a single same day transaction**
- Loyalty Points: Redeem 500 McDonald’s Loyalty Points on the McDonald’s App**
*Only physical receipts will be accepted, screenshots of meal purchases will not be accepted.
** Only valid for transactions and redemptions at Marina Square from 3 – 8 Sep 2024 and One Punggol from 16 Sep – 12 Oct 2024
The McDonald's Baby Shark campaign aims to bring joy and excitement to families and also offers a fantastic opportunity to introduce your kids to the latest McDonald's Happy Meal® Baby Shark books, which are launching from 8th August to 13th November.
- Book 1 - Fight the Rubbish Monster: 8 Aug, 11 am
- Book 2 - Help the Forest: 5 Sep, 11 am
- Book 3 - Energy Saving: 10 Oct, 11 am
Don't miss out on this wonderful chance for family bonding and fun! For more details and terms and conditions, visit McDonald's Happy Meal®.
Make the most of the school holidays with the Baby Shark Bouncy Castle event, and give your kids an unforgettable experience filled with joy and laughter!
Dining Promotions at Northpoint City, Eastpoint Mall, and White Sands
Venue: Northpoint City, Eastpoint Mall, and White Sands
Dates: Till 6 Oct 2024
For a limited time only, dining at Northpoint City, Eastpoint Mall, and White Sands comes with exciting perks. Family fun just got even more rewarding with these promotions
- Citi Card Promotion: Receive a $10 FRx Gift Card when you charge a minimum of $100 to your Citi Card in a maximum of 3 same-day, same-mall transactions.
- Win-Big Lucky Draw: Spend a minimum of $50 in a single transaction at participating stores for a lucky draw chance to win attractive prizes worth over $30,000.
- Feast and Earn: Spend $100 at participating F&B stores at Eastpoint Mall and White Sands to receive a $5 Frasers Gift Card.
- Spend and Redeem: Spend $200 (maximum of 3 same-day, same-mall transactions) to receive a limited-edition tumbler. Different colours are available at each mall, so remember to collect all the colours from the malls
- FairPrice Voucher Giveaway: Spend $80 in a single FairPrice transaction to receive a $5 Off $50 FairPrice Return Voucher.
- Awesome $1 eDeals: Check out the FRx Rewards Catalogue between 12 to 16 August, and 9 to 13 September for incredible $1 eDeals!
Terms and conditions apply for individual promotions. While stocks last. Refer here for full details.
Planning a visit? Do check out a list of must-try family-friendly restaurants at these malls! Keep an eye out for special restaurant-specific deals and make sure to read to the end to learn how to earn points at these malls to redeem a variety of goodies too!
Come Play, Create, and Learn at the Fun-filled PCF Sparkletots Future Ready Fair 2024!
Venue and Dates:
- Our Tampines Hub: 28 & 29 Sep 2024, 11:00am – 7:00pm (Launch event with Guest of Honour on 28 Sep)
- Waterway Point, Level 1 West Wing, Village Square: 12 & 13 Oct 2024, 11:00am – 8:00pm
Admission: Free
Get ready for two exciting weekends filled with fun, innovation, and learning at the PCF Sparkletots Future Ready Fair 2024! Taking place at Our Tampines Hub in Sep and Waterway Point in Oct, families can view unique inventions created by Sparkletots children and participate in free problem-solving activities together as a family.
Over 170 inventive projects created by Sparkletots children will be on display across both locations, each crafted by the children through the STEMIE (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Invention, and Entrepreneurship) programme to solve real-world issues.
But that’s not all! The event will be packed with complimentary hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and problem-solving skills in children aged 4 to 6 years. From interactive storytelling sessions to the STEMIE Possible Challenge to build the longest and strongest bridge using pegs and ice cream sticks, there will be plenty of fun and excitement to enjoy!
The event is recommended for children aged 4 to 6 years old and offers free admission for all. For more details on the event and locations, visit the Future Ready Fair website.
Join in the Hoppy Mid-Autumn Festival Celebrations at Causeway Point
Venue: Causeway Point
Dates: 2 - 29 Sep 2024
Looking for a fun mid-autumn celebration to bring your kids to? Causeway Point is pulling out all the stops for a Hoppy Mid-Autumn Festival celebration packed with exciting family activities and fun for children!
Discover specially curated events designed to keep your children entertained while providing a chance for interactive family bonding. This is the ideal opportunity for families to enjoy quality time together!
On 7 & 8 Sep, bring your little explorers to the White Rabbit Adventure Hunt happening at the Wet Dino Park, where they’ll race against the clock to find hidden carrots. If they succeed within 10 minutes, they’ll be rewarded with a delicious White Rabbit ice cream!
Hands-on lantern and mooncake making workshops await families who visit Causeway Point between 14 & 15 Sep. There will also be a special White Rabbit pop-up happening from 9 to 15 Sep, offering fun photo opportunities, charming White Rabbit-themed mooncakes and merchandise, and mini-games to win exciting prizes!
That's not all! Families who spend $160 ($200 for Supermarket receipts) will get to redeem adorable White Rabbit collectibles (worth $18). There will also be $1 and $2 Flash Deals at selected F&B stores from 2 pm every Friday in September!
Details and full terms and conditions available here.
Cosmic Cove Carnival at Tanglin Mall
Venue: Tanglin Mall, Main Atrium and Walkway, Level 1
Dates: 2 - 15 Sep, 12 pm - 8 pm (Mon - Fri) and 11 am - 8.30 pm (Sat & Sun)
Admission: Redeem with spending or Rewards Points
Embark on an unforgettable adventure this September Holidays at Tanglin Mall, where stellar excitement awaits at every turn! Blast off into an extraordinary intergalactic journey with a fun lineup of cosmic games and rides.
Reel in the fun with Cosmic Fishing, soar through the skies on the Mini Aeroplane Ride, and rocket into the stars aboard the Space Craft Ride. Don’t miss out on this chance to explore a universe of entertainment – secure your entry ticket and get ready to launch into a galaxy of unforgettable memories with your friends and family!
BYKIDO EXCLUSIVE: Redeem a free entry ticket on the Great Rewards App when you use Promo Code: TMCCBYKIDO, limited to the first 50 users only.
For more details, visit Cosmic Cove Carnival at Tanglin Mall.
Wicked The Musical
Venue: Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands
Dates: 19 Mar 2025 – 20 Apr 2025
Admission: $78 - $258
The Wizard is calling! Step into the Emerald City in 2025 as WICKED, the award-winning musical from Broadway returns to cast its magical spell at Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands once more.
The Broadway sensation WICKED looks at what happened in the Land of Oz… but from a different angle. Long before Dorothy arrives, there is another young woman, born with emerald-green skin, who is smart, fiery, misunderstood and possessing an extraordinary talent. When she meets a bubbly blonde who is exceptionally popular, their initial rivalry turns into the unlikeliest of friendships… until the world decides to call one “good”, and the other one “wicked".
Sign-up for Family Fun Walk at the HomeTeamNS REAL Run 2024
Venue: OCBC Square
Dates: 6 Oct 2024, 7 am - 10 am
Fees: $18.53 (U.P. $21.80)
HomeTeamNS is bringing Fun Walk back to REAL Run 2024 again! This year’s walk is a comfortable 1.6km distance, suitable for all ages. Spend an active weekend with your loved ones and receive an exclusive ReRu plushie after the walk, specially customised for Fun Walkers!
Here's an extra 15% off just for you! Simply use promo code TFFBYO24 to enjoy 15% off public rates!
So don't wait, and sign-up now at www.hometeamns.sg/realrun.
New Fun Cooking Classes for Kids at Little Cook @ Kinex
Venue: 11 Tanjong Katong Rd, #01-29 KINEX Mall, Singapore 437157
Opening Hours: 10am - 9pm, Daily
Fee: From $35 | Make your booking here
Nestled within the vibrant KINEX Mall, Little Cook is designed to provide a unique and delightful cooking experience for kids, engaging them in the culinary arts while fostering creativity and practical skills.
Little Cook offers a range of cooking activities that are both fun and enriching. Kids can choose to make their preferred food from a variety of options, ranging from simple and healthy snacks to more elaborate meals. They will also get to explore the joys of cooking under the guidance of skilled and friendly instructors in a relaxed, interactive, and educational environment. The class is structured to accommodate a range of skill levels, ensuring that both novices and more experienced little chefs can participate and learn.
What we really appreciate about Little Cook is that they provide all the fresh and wholesome ingredients to create dishes that are tasty, healthy and nutritious! So do check them out and bring your budding chefs for a session soon!
Singapore Night Festival
Venue: Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct
Dates: 23 Aug - 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
The Singapore Night Festival (SNF) returns to the Bras Basah.Bugis (BBB) precinct for its 15th edition this year, bigger than ever! Happening from 23 August to 7 September 2024, the festival will take place over three weekends for the first time.
Singapore’s largest nocturnal experience takes festival-goers on a journey to explore and learn about the rich history of the precinct, with over 50 programmes including projection mapping artworks, performances, Festival Villages, Night Lights installations and partner programmes.
Don't miss the highlight act for this year, Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia, this captivating experience reimagines the entrancing magic of 1950s “great world” amusement parks in Singapore, inviting visitors to ponder the co-existence and balance between preserving heritage and embracing modernity, and the place of nostalgia in today’s society. Early bird tickets for Wonder World is available now!
Singapore Night Festival Activities At Capitol Singapore & CHIJMES
Venue: Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES
Date: 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024
The Singapore Night Festival (SNF) returns to Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES for its 15th edition, running from 23 August to 7 September 2024. This year's theme, "Art of Play," transforms these venues into vibrant hubs of creativity, culture, and community. The festival highlights the cultural heritage of the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct, emphasizing the role of schools and games in shaping Singapore's creative expression.
Capitol Singapore and CHIJMES will play host to activities such as creative exhibits, live performances, interactive games, projection mappings and playful activities that celebrate community and creativity.
Festival at the Fort
Venue: Fort Canning Centre, Fort Canning Park
Date: 23 August to 7 September 2024 | 6:00 PM — 9:30 PM
Admission: Free
Fort Canning Park will transform into a vibrant hub of activity as it hosts the Festival at the Fort 2024 over the Sep school holidays!
This family-friendly event, held in conjunction with the Singapore Night Festival, offers a variety of engaging activities perfect for parents and children to spend time together. Whether you’re looking to explore the park through a scavenger hunt, unleash your creativity with hands-on crafts, or simply enjoy the atmosphere, this festival has something for everyone.
A Date with Tradition at Stamford Arts Centre
Venue: Stamford Arts Centre
Dates: 23 - 24 Aug, 30 - 31 Aug, 6 - 7 Sep
Admission: Free and ticketed programmes
Arts House Limited (AHL) presents A Date with Tradition at Stamford Arts Centre for three weekends. From 23 August to 7 September 2024, dive into diverse programmes and activities offered to enrich appreciation of traditional arts, from captivating performances to dynamic art installations and interactive drop-in activities.
From captivating performances to dynamic art installations and interactive drop-in activities that celebrate the richness of traditional arts, A Date with Tradition 2024 promises to be an unforgettable journey into the rich tapestry of traditional arts.
A Date with Tradition 2024 will be held every weekend for three weeks, from 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024 at Stamford Arts Centre. Event starts from 6 pm to 10.30 pm, except on 31 Aug and 7 Sep when the event starts earlier at 3 pm.
Pixel Paradise at Armenian Street
Venue: Armenian Street
Dates: 23 Aug - 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
Inspired by Peranakan Museum’s beaded objects, and pixel video games, Armenian Street will soon be transformed into Pixel Paradise with playful art and gamified experiences from 23 Aug to 7 Sep! Enjoy a range of free and ticketed offerings at this Singapore Night Festival Village!
Families can look forward to an array of to dos, including
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Between Threads: Interactive Art installation and facade projection mapping: Inspired by an unfinished beaded panel in the museum, the museum’s facade lights up as the installation celebrates the intricate artistry and diverse perspectives of Peranakan communities.
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Passport to Paradise: A museum quest in partnership with PlayStation: Embark on an exciting rescue mission and be the among the first to play ASTRO BOT, the latest blockbuster game by PlayStation! Visitors will also stand a chance to win a PlayStation 5 from 30 - 31 Aug and 6 - 7 Sep!
- Pixel Boulevard: Interact with game characters, patronise eateries and stalls, and take on challenges with other players. Earn rewards with every action – fastest players first! Pick up a Passport to Paradise from the Peranakan Museum lobby or along Pixel Boulevard to begin your festival game experience.
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Paradise Music: Enjoy live music performances by emerging and established musical talents including Regina Song, ABANGSAPAU, Mantravine, The Observatory.
Re:Play AT SG by National Library Board
Venue: Various locations
Date: 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024
Time: Various timings
From 23 August to 7 September 2024, visit the National Library Building (NL Building) and National Archives of Singapore (NAS) to relive and reimagine our vibrant heritage with Re:Play AT SG, organised in collaboration with National Heritage Board’s annual Singapore Night Festival.
Themed “Art of Play”, Re:Play AT SG celebrates Singapore’s stories and the magic of childhood, play and creativity. The National Library Board (NLB) presents a series of performances, installations and curated programmes in the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct, inviting the public to immerse themselves in Singapore’s rich history while creating unforgettable memories. This reflects NLB’s LAB25 (Libraries & Archives Blueprint 2025) vision to bring more Singapore stories to life and to inspire more Singapore Storytellers.
Celebrate at the Annual Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival
Venue: Chinatown
Dates: 19 Aug - 2 Oct 2024
Admission: Free
This year's Chinatown Mid-Autumn Festival is themed "Mid-Autumn Across Generations" and it will showcase its signature street light-up along with a series of exciting activities, including the Lantern Walk on 14 Sep. Families can catch cultural performances, take part in Lantern Riddles and more.
There will also be a magnificent 8-metre-tall statue, depicting three generations of a family gathering together under the moonlight and lanterns. This serene scene captures grandparents, parents, and children sharing stories of how they have celebrated the Mid-Autumn Festival over the years. These stories come to life as visitors journey through the three segments, each depicting a distinct era of celebration.
Moon-LIT! Mid-Autumn Celebrations at Singapore Discovery Centre
Venue: Singapore Discovery Centre
Dates: 31 Aug - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
Experience exciting activities this September at the Singapore Discovery Centre's signature event, Moon-LIT! and create timeless moments together. Go on a self-guided trail around the centre and receive a ‘SingaPaw’ Mooncake Key Chain upon completion. There will also be an exciting Moon-Lit BBQ for SDC members where you will enjoy a family BBQ, tea drinking, and mooncake eating, while enjoying other activities.
Don't miss the chance to meet SingaPaw in a special edition of the Meet & Greet session on 7 Sep at 6 pm! Finally, enjoy stage performances & exciting booth games before you end the night with a lantern walk.
- Lantern Making Workshop (7 Sep)
- Moon Cycle (Drop-in craft) (31 Aug, 1, 7 & 8 Sep)
- Mid-Autumn Action Bingo (Self-guided trail) (31 Aug - 29 Sep)
- Chang'e & Hou Yi (Meet-and-greet) (31 Aug - 29 Sep)
Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall Wan Qing Closing Fest
Venue: Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH)
Date: 20 Aug – 15 Sep 2024
Fee: Free Admission
The storied grounds of the Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall (SYSNMH) is set to close from 16 September 2024 till 2027 as the National Monument will be undergoing restoration works – more than a decade since its last major redevelopment in 2011. As a “final” hurrah before the temporary closure, SYSNMH invites all to immerse in Singapore Chinese culture and heritage with Wan Qing Closing Fest, which includes the Memorial Hall’s signature Wan Qing Mid-Autumn Festival.
SYSNMH invites all to visit the Memorial Hall before its temporary closure with its Wan Qing Closing Fest spotlighting Singapore Chinese culture and traditions through an array of performances, activities, workshops, tours, and more!
Celebrate Mid-Autumn Family Fun at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre
Venue: SCCC and Singapore Conference Hall
Date: 6 to 8 September 2024
Admission: Free with some paid activities
The upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival at Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre will showcase an installation of giant mooncakes that will light up the night sky at Shenton Way and mark as the start of Mid-Autumn Family Fun (MAFF). This three-day event features curated activities for families, children, young and old to celebrate Mid-Autumn Festival the SINGAPO人 Way together.
From September 6 to 8, 2024, families are invited to join in the exciting activities at the Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC). Be sure to visit the Roof Garden, where you'll find a captivating installation of mooncakes representing various dialect groups. This unique display transforms the garden into an ideal photo spot for everyone to enjoy.
Light by the Lake at Jurong Lake Gardens
Venue: Jurong Lake Gardens
Dates: 8 - 22 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
Join Lights by the Lake 2024 at Jurong Lake Gardens for a 15-day celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival, held in conjunction with the President's Challenge 2024, as well as the 21st edition of our NParks Concert Series in the Park: Rockestra®.
Be awed by this year's lantern displays, which beautifully showcase the biodiversity of the gardens by enhancing the colours and shapes of the flora and fauna, as well as the gardens' iconic buildings! Discover floating lanterns and new designs inspired by origami, as well as mesmerising light and projection mapping shows.
In addition to the enchanting lantern displays, there will also be cultural showcases and music performances. Families can also expect entertaining carnival games and a free movie screening while relishing in a delectable selection of carnival food!
Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 – Celebrations (同欢) at Gardens by the Bay
Venue: Gardens by the Bay
Dates: 4 - 22 Sep 2024, 6 pm - 10 pm daily
Admission: Free
Come celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival as lanterns light up Gardens by the Bay in the evenings!
Meet Kiddo and friends at Mid-Autumn Festival 2024 – Celebrations (同欢) as they bring you through picturesque paths lined with colourful lanterns, each inspired by joyful scenes of childhood playtime under the moonlit skies. Don’t miss a special lantern set designed by our local art illustrator – Mr Lee Kow Fong (also known as 阿果) that will bring back fond memories of traditional mid-autumn festival celebrations.
Don't miss the Lantern Walk happening on 4 Sep, 6.30 pm at the SG50 Lattice where you can redeem a free lantern and go on a stroll through the Gardens amidst beautiful lantern sets with your family and friends!
What's more! Immerse yourself in cultural performances, workshops and enjoy bonding time with your loved ones over fun carnival games that the festival has to offer.
Get more details on the lantern displays and happening here.
Gateway Kids Club September Moon-themed Storytelling
Venue: Gateway Theatre Dance Studio
Dates: Every Sat at 10 am
Admission: Free
Gateway Kids Club is a free programme held at Gateway Theatre every Saturday. You can also join the Arts and Crafts session or Free Play activities after the storytelling session! Each month features a different theme, around which activities are focused.
This September, in commemoration of the Mid-Autumn season, Gateway Kids Club will feature Moon-themed tales during its storytelling sessions. Kids can expect stories such as
- The Suns in the Sky
- The Story of Chang-E and Hou Yi
- Wu Gang Chop Chop Chop!
- Lin Yi's Lantern
- The Lost Lantern
Donald Duck and Friends Light Up VivoCity's Sky Park
Venue: VivoCity Sky Park
Dates: 20 Aug - 20 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
In celebration of Donald Duck’s 90th Anniversary, VivoCity is throwing a spectacular “beach party” featuring displays of Donald Duck and his friends, that you won’t want to miss. VivoCity’s Sky Park will transform into a vibrant wonderland filled with illuminated displays and picture-perfect moments that are sure to delight visitors of all ages.
Don’t miss the chance to capture special moments at our photo booths outside Food Republic, where you can create special prints to take home.
Commodore’s Day 2024 at the Republic of Singapore Yacht Club
Venue: Republic of Singapore Yacht Club, 52 West Coast Ferry Road
Dates: 7 - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
The Republic of Singapore Yacht Club (RSYC) is delighted to invite families and maritime enthusiasts to the much-anticipated Commodore’s Day, set to take place on the 7 and 8 Sep 2024. This annual event, which runs from 11am to 6pm over the weekend, is the perfect family-friendly occasion to kick off the September school holidays with a splash of excitement and a celebration!
This year’s Commodore’s Day will feature a vibrant nautical-themed carnival packed with activities designed to entertain every member of the family. From thrilling water sports and experiential sailing to captivating roving performances, the event promises a weekend of fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories.
For the adrenaline junkies in the family, the high-speed jet ski and RHIB speedboat rides offer an exhilarating 15-minute experience for just $5. Families can also join the experiential sailing activity and discover the joy of sailing first hand!
There will also be Foam Party & Pool Activities, where everyone can splash around and enjoy water-based challenges, a trampoline, and a foam-filled extravaganza. The carnival atmosphere continues with fringe activities like photobooth, balloon art, face painting, coloured caricature and roving acts, ensuring there’s never a dull moment. Marvel at the spectacle of Butterfly and Bubble Stilt Walkers, a quirky Madhatter and a Roving Magician just to name a few!
Great World’s Great Picnic Hangout
Venue: Great World, L1, Atrium
Dates: 2 - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: Free and Paid Activities
This September school holidays, join Great World as they organise a fantastic lineup of activities at L1, Atrium from 2 to 8 Sep 2024 for the Great Picnic Hangout!
To give families and children an entertaining, instructive, and educational experience throughout the school holiday, Great World has activities including storytelling, interactive workshops, and entertainment with play and education.
Families can look forward to movie screenings, picnic story-time sessions, Math Explorers' Olympiad Adventures, indoor Ferris Wheel and Spinning Top rides, and hands-on workshops (upcycling, colouring, and art jam). There will also be treats from participating tenants – Kind Kones, Rollgaadi Express, HoneyWorld, and The Dark Gallery.
Cap off the fun-filled day with an evening movie screening at the Atrium from 7pm to 9pm. Spread out your picnic mat and enjoy family favourites such as The Little Mermaid, Pitch Perfect, Paw Patrol, Shrek, Zootopia, Madagascar and Kungfu Panda 3 at the Great World’s first in-mall movie screening.
The Artground Free Children's Workshop: #VolvoExplorers at New Bahru
Venue: New Bahru
Dates: 5 - 8 Sep 2024, 10 am - 7 pm
Admission: Free
#VolvoExplorers at New Bahru is part of the Volvo: Electrified event where kids will have the opportunity to design their own electric vehicles using everyday materials. Guided by friendly facilitators from The Artground, they will learn about the properties of various materials. For example, they will discover how plastic bottle caps are round, sturdy, and able to roll, and how they can use it as part of their creations.
This engaging experience, designed by The Artground, features a roadmap with familiar play areas that children love and frequent. Kids will have the chance to travel around in a specially designed cardboard Volvo car, adding excitement and fun to their adventure.
Volvo: Electrified will also feature experiential workshops, interactive activities for the little ones, as well as a pop-up Volvo Café presenting Swedish delights. This pop-up is an exciting sneak peek of the upcoming #VolvoExplorers space, which will be part of The Artground’s refreshed Explore Arts Space at Goodman Arts Centre, opening this October.
Treat the Young Ones to a Thrilling Ride at Marina Square
Venue: VroomTown Driving City, Half Central Atrium
Dates: 17 – 22 September 2024, 10am – 9pm
Fees: $7
Get the juniors on the race track at the Central Atrium and enjoy an exciting ride at 5-minute for $7 or spend $30* in the mall to redeem a free 5-minute ride*.
*Limited to the first 100 redemptions per day, first-come-first-served basis.
The mall will also be hosting thrilling rewards, super deals and action-packed activities! These include
- 30 August – 8 September 2024: Spend $100 to redeem $10 eVoucher (up to 3 same-day combined receipts)
- 9 – 19 September 2024: Spend $50 to redeem $5 eVoucher (up to 3 same-day combined receipts)
- 20 – 22 September 2024: Spend $50 during the thrilling F1 race weekend to receive $10 eVoucher.
illumi Opens on 13 Sep 2024
Venue: Bayfront Event Space
Dates: 13 Sep 2024
Admission: From $15 for children (aged 2 to 12) and $25 for adults
Singapore's Bayfront Event Space will be illuminated by illumi, the world's largest light, sound and multimedia event this September! Featuring installations with over 20 million LED lights, this will be illumi's international debut outside of Canada.
The multimedia light show first debuted in Montreal, Canada, back in 2019. In Singapore’s edition, visitors are invited to explore nine themed worlds, featuring the world’s tallest illuminated tree titled ‘Tree of Lights’ that stands at 47 metres, a dazzling Carousel, and nine different segments filled with lifelike animatronics and thousands of installations lit up with a whopping 20 million LED lights.
Bubble Planet: A Whimsical Realm of Bubbles and Fantasy
Venue: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Dates: From 31 Aug 2024
Admission: Starting at $21.90 for adults and $14.90 for children (tickets available here)
Bubble Planet: An Immersive Experience is making its Asia-Pacific debut in Singapore on 31 August 2024. The surreal and colorful interactive experience invites guests to escape into a whimsical world of bubbles, in which they can engage their senses and let their imaginations run wild.
In this multisensory experience, visitors will travel through fantastical landscapes and into imaginary metaverses filled with unique optical illusions and photo opportunities.
Moving between 11 uniquely themed areas including an enormous bubble bath ball pit, a virtual reality room, an undersea LED room and an endless infinity experience, guests will encounter a feast for the senses as they marvel at belief-defying concepts and elements. The combination of colors, lasers, lights and bubbles, together with 360-degree projection technology and a soaring virtual reality interactive promises a dreamy experience for all and encourages guests to release their inner child.
This experience is suitable for all ages and children under the age of 4 can enter free of charge. Tickets are available now!
Art of the Brick Returns to Singapore
Venue: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Dates: From 31 August 2024
Admission: Starting at $12.90 for children residents and $17.90 for adult residents
Coming back bigger and better after its first appearance in more than a decade, be sure to be captivated at the Art of the Brick exhibit by artist Nathan Sawaya and discover more than 150 sculptures made of LEGO® bricks.
After touring over 100 cities in 24 countries and entering CNN's list of “Must-See” exhibitions, Art of the Brick is coming back to Singapore since its first appearance back in 2012. The exhibit immerses the visitor in a cheerful and colorful world. The artist used more than a million bricks for this exhibition!
Art of the Brick exhibition will take place at Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, Singapore EXPO starting on 31 August 2024. Ticket prices start at $12.90 for children and $17.90 for adults. Children under the age of 4 can visit free of charge.
Finest Festival Returns with an all-new Finest Adventure!
FairPrice Finest is launching the second edition of its Finest Festival, running from 5 September to 2 October 2024 across FairPrice Finest stores island-wide.
Shoppers can look forward to unbeatable deals like the Monthly Specials, featuring trendy products at just $6 each, and the Special Highlight deals, which spotlight premium-quality items - such as choice cuts of beef - offered at the best prices of the season. These exclusive offers represent exceptional quality for money, making them truly worthwhile as such discounts are rare and not to be missed.
Embark on the all-new in-store quest - Finest Adventure, happening throughout the festival and stand to win a $5 off return voucher (terms and conditions apply) with every play. The Finest Adventure is available for play at all participating FairPrice Finest stores, where customers can find a dedicated game booth at the front of each store to obtain a Finest Adventure game card and participate as many times as they like.
Visit the Science Centre Singapore for Learning Fun
Venue: Science Centre Singapore
Dates: Various dates for each activity
Admission: From $4
If you’re wondering how to make studying fun for your kids during this September Holiday season, Science Centre Singapore’s got you covered! With exciting events that are a perfect mix of fun and learning, Science Centre Singapore has an awesome lineup of activities for you and your kids to explore. Let's take a look at what you can expect!
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PARK(ing) Day 14 Sep 2024 - Explore 29 parking spaces that have been re-transformed into engaging public areas! Discover the science behind happiness, take part in activities like crocheting and clay moulding
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It’s Physics Time! 31 Aug - 8 Sep 2024 - Go on a journey to explore the fascinating world of gyroscopes and the centre of gravity through hands-on activities and exciting demonstrations.
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Star Dreaming (Omni-Theatre) Premieres 1 Sep 2024 - Set in the arid heartland of Western Australia, Lucia and Max discover how much the scientific and ancient worlds have in common, living under a shared sky.
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School Holiday Workshop: The Mystery of the Missing Sun 3 Sep 2024, 5 - 6 years old; 5 Sep 2024, 7 - 8 years old - Find out what happens when the Sun goes missing! Kids get to go on an adventure to form their own understanding of how light works by creating their very own cyanotype print with ultraviolet light.
Waterway Sunrise 2 Outdoor Playgrounds
Venue: 653/654 Punggol Dr., Singapore 821654
The playgrounds located at Waterway Sunrise 2 may not be new but we recently discovered them and would love to share this interesting find with you too! The playgrounds at the estate consist of 4 play areas suitable for all kids!
This includes the Whoosh playground located at Blk 654B. This unique playground design is sure to delight! The sleek and fluid playground structure invite smaller kids (3 years old and above) to explore and adventure through its dynamic three-dimensional netting.
Next to the Woosh playground, you will find a little playground with swings, slides and a family see-saw for more added fun!
Over at Blk 653A, you will discover 2 large twisted towers with towering beams of timber to create a diamond-like facade. The interiors of each tower consist of various climbing ropes that allows for varying difficulties of play.
Around the Dune Towers are shorter hammock steps and balancing poles to encourage little ones to climb and balance as well as sensory boards to keep them occupied too. Families will find a more common playground structure with slides, climbing walls, balancing bridge and poles for little ones to play at too!
Celebrate PAssionArts Festival 2024 - Arts and Cultural Activities for Families in Your Neighbourhood
Venue: Over 60 festival villages happening across the Heartlands
Dates: Jul - Sep 2024
Admission: Varies accordingly
Looking for something exciting and enriching to do with the family this July? Look no further than the PAssionArts Festival 2024! From July to September, join Singaporeans across the island in celebrating the culinary creativity and culture expression at over 60 vibrant festival villages happening across the heartlands.
The PAssionArts Festival promises a wide range of activities, including interactive workshops, mesmerizing performances, and large-scale art installations, perfect for families, extended families and friends of all ages!
No registration is required for most events, making it a convenient weekend family fun activity. Stay updated on the latest events by following PAssionArts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to immerse your family in the arts right in your neighborhood!
Beyond the Label Fest 2024, Let’s Get Talking!
Venue: Jewel Changi Airport
Dates: 6 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
This year's Beyond the Label Fest is themed "Let’s Get Talking," and it aims to normalise conversations around mental health. Experience a range of activities designed to promote mental wellness throughout the event.
The BTL Fest is a non-ticketed event dedicated to raising mental health awareness, challenging stigma, and encouraging help-seeking behaviour, through fun and engaging activities. Come enjoy a variety of educational workshops, interactive booths, and performances designed for people of all ages.
Aladdin in Concert
Venue: Esplanade Theatre
Dates: 6 - 7 Sep 2024
Admission: $58 - $138
Embark on a magical journey with Aladdin in Concert, an enchanting evening filled with music, adventure, and romance. Join us under the starlit sky for a captivating performance of the beloved Walt Disney Animation Studios classic, featuring the timeless score brought to life by the acclaimed Metropolitan Festival Orchestra and Symphonia Choralis.
In the mythical city of Agrabah, follow the tale of Aladdin, a quick-witted young thief, who crosses paths with the Sultan's spirited daughter, Jasmine. As they navigate through the bustling streets and ancient treasures, they encounter the sinister plans of the cunning vizier, Jafar, who seeks to harness the power of a magical lamp hidden within the Cave of Wonders. With the help of his pet monkey, Abu, and the wisecracking Genie, voiced by the legendary Robin Williams, Aladdin embarks on a daring adventure to outwit Jafar and win the heart of Jasmine.
Don't miss this extraordinary event as we bring the timeless tale of “Aladdin” to life in a spectacular concert performance that will delight audiences of all ages.
SSO Concerts for Children: Pirates Ahoy!
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Dates: 7 - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: $25 - $35
The SSO Concerts for Children: Pirates Ahoy is recommended for ages 4 and above. Children will also get to enjoy pre-concert activities an hour before the show!
So come aboard the Victoria with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra, presenter Alasdair “Awesome Al” Malloy and conductor Rodolfo Barráez in this musical adventure of high Cs, pitch-perfect pirates and the thrill of the treasure hunt!
30. Voices of Singapore Festival Returns for its 9th Edition: Voices from an Island
Venue: CHIJMES, Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza, and VOS Capitol Studios
Dates: 2 - 5 Sep 2024
Admission: Varies
The Voices of Singapore (VOS) Festival, returns for its ninth year to celebrate a singing Singapore. Set to take place from 2 – 5 September, the festival is now extended to four days and will be held at CHIJMES, Capitol Singapore Outdoor Plaza, and VOS Capitol Studios. For the first time, the VOS Festival will also be part of this year’s Singapore Night Festival.
Themed "Voices from an Island", this year’s festival highlights Singapore's diverse choral community, featuring singers of all ages and vocal ensembles. The festival will showcase captivating choral performances across various genres, workshops for all musical interests and choirs singing in different languages, reflecting the vibrant voices of our island nation.
VOS proudly welcomes internationally renowned choral experts Susanna Saw from Malaysia, Sanders Lau from Hong Kong, and Dr. Pawasut Jodi Piriyapongrat from Thailand.
The festival offers over 70 programmes, featuring choir exchanges, galas, workshops, recitals, open rehearsals, and outdoor performances concurrently across four locations. Highlights include an Instant Choir where participants experience singing in a choir for the first time, the VOS Stars Showcase and a Closing Celebration with a community singalong on the final day.
跨月比赛 The Race Around The Moon
Venue: Gateway Theatre Sky Garden, L6
Dates: 7 - 15 Sep 2024
Admission: $27 - $33
Following the success of its 2023 English staging, The Race Around The Moon returns in 2024, now performed in Chinese! Join us on an unforgettable journey through the classic tales of Chang’e, Jade Rabbit, and Wu Gang.
After years of being apart from their families, the three characters are given a chance to reunite, but there's a catch—only the victor of the race will be granted this privilege. As they set out for the race, their intense desire to win threatens to tear apart their precious bonds of friendship. Will they discover that true success lies not in winning, but in the enduring bonds of friendship that transcend competition and disappointment?
Jack and the Beanstalk
Venue: Drama Centre Black Box
Dates: 14 - 22 Sep 2024
Admission: $35 - $48
‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ is a magical performance of the classic fairytale which promises to be a giant-sized hit for children aged 3 to 8 and the whole family.
From 14 to 22 September 2024, audiences can catch the captivating production, as told by LYNGO Theatre, a UK-based children's theatre company renowned for its rich Italian design influence. The performance invites audiences to join Jack on his extraordinary journey as his mundane life takes a beanstalk-sized leap. After trading his beloved cow for five magical beans, Jack discovers a world of giant fun high above the clouds, filled with giants and endless adventure.
LYNGO’s unique approach to storytelling brings to life a delightful performance bursting with fantastical elements – including enormous shoes, tiny houses, showers of silver and gold, and a show-stopping leafy explosion that will leave audiences dazzled.
