The September School Holidays will be from 31 Aug - 8 Sep 2024, and here's a list of events and activities for families to have fun at!
*Updated Sep 2024
The September School Holidays is a short a week break and this year, the holiday will run from 31 Aug till 8 Sep 2024. Do take note that the school holidays starts from 30 Aug due to Teacher's Day!
Check out our updated list of September holiday events and experiences, and bring your kid out for more family fun this school holidays!
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1. 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!
2. Support the Young Entrepreneurs and Social Enterprises at the Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot for Good (Kids Edition)!
Venue: Mitsubishi Electric Asia, 307 Alexandra Road, Mitsubishi Electric Building, Singapore 159943
Dates: 31 Aug 2024, 10 am - 4 pm
Admission: Free
Looking for a fun-filled family day out? Look no further than the "Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot For Good (Kids Edition)" event, taking place on 31 Aug, 2024, from 10am to 4pm at Mitsubishi Electric Asia Pte Ltd. This exciting event is perfect for families wanting to enjoy a day of activities while supporting budding little eco-entrepreneurs and meaningful causes in the community.
Expect nostalgic carnival games, a stamp rally for kids with various stamp stations, free popcorn, cotton candy, Old Chang Kee’s snacks and more! !
But most importantly, remember to support the young entrepreneurs and social enterprises by shopping at the booths and making a positive impact in the community!
Mitsubishi Electric Asia’s Car Boot For Good (Kids Edition) is happening at Mitsubishi Electric Asia, 307 Alexandra Road, Mitsubishi Electric Building. Admission is FREE!
3. Conquer the Ninja-Obstacle Course with Your Little Ones at SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024
Venue: SAFRA Jurong
Dates: 31 Aug and 1 Sep 2024
Fees: From $25
Parents, mark your calendars for a thrilling event that your children will love! SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024 is back, offering an exhilarating ninja-themed obstacle course for kids aged 3 to 12 years.
SAFRA Sprint Kids is a family event filled with fun, excitement, and community spirit. It’s a perfect opportunity for kids to engage in physical activity while you cheer them on or even join in the fun.
Watch your little ones race through an inflatable course and obstacle course, testing their speed and agility. Categories include Shinobi Junior (7-9 years old) and Shinobi Senior (10-12 years old), with separate categories for both boys and girls. You can also choose to participate with your child in the Families for Life Parent & Child competitive or non-competitive categories, a great way to bond and create lasting memories!
That's not all! The top 10 participants in each competitive category (based on timing) will win cash prizes and medals, and there's even a special prize for the top 3 parent-child participants with the most creative outfit!
Don’t miss out and register by 25 August 2024 to secure your spot! For more information and to register, visit SAFRA Sprint Kids 2024.
4. 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!
5. The SSCC Experience: Your Child’s Invitation to Make Music with the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir!
Venue: Victoria Concert Hall
Dates: 2nd or 3rd Sep 2024, 9 am - 6 pm
Admission: $118 per participant (includes a fun pack of learning materials)
Imagine your child standing onstage at the beautiful Victoria Concert Hall, performing with confidence and joy. Gift your child this unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience at The SSCC Experience.
Led by conductors of the Singapore Symphony Children's Choir (SSCC), The SSCC Experience is a captivating one-day programme designed for children aged 8 to 12, and promises a day filled with music, learning, and fun as well as the joy of making new friends along the way too!
Foster a love for music in your children as they embark on a musical journey, learning the intricacies of music-making, rhythm, solfeggio, and choral techniques. The day will be packed with engaging workshops, culminating in an evening performance at the prestigious Victoria Concert Hall. The entire experience is designed to help children blossom into confident performers, and you are invited to witness your child’s progress as they showcase their newfound skills alongside SSCC choristers on stage.
Don't miss out on this unique opportunity. The SSCC Experience is set to be a memorable event that will leave a lasting impact on your child's love for music. Register now - registration closes Friday, 23rd August 2024
6. 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!
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Visit an Indoor Playground for Playtime!
There are plenty of indoor play venues available in Singapore for families! If you are thinking of letting kids run riot and to use up all their additional energy, this is an option for you to consider this September school holidays.
You can check out our massive list of 50+ indoor playgrounds in Singapore or click below for playgrounds tickets with promotions available on the BYKidO SHOP!
- Play! by KinderPlay
- Whoose Indoor Playground
- Kidodo Space @ Suntec City
- Kidodo @ City Square Mall
- Kidztropic Cove
- Kidztropic Poiz
- Playful Giggles
10. 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.
11. 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.
12. Free traditional ice cream at the F&N MAGNOLIA ice cream push cart at selected FairPrice
From now to 15 September 2024 on stipulated dates, everyone can relive the joy of enjoying a cool treat from the beloved F&N MAGNOLIA ice cream push cart, where a friendly ice cream uncle is ready to serve everyone’s favourite traditional ice cream at selected FairPrice outlets.
Enjoy a free traditional ice cream with a minimum purchase of S$5.00 on selected F&N products such as F&N MAGNOLIA Ice Cream, KING’S, 100PLUS Hydration Bar, and/or Sunkist Ice Cream.
Simply present the purchase receipt to the FairPrice Customer Service Counter to redeem a voucher token. Then, present the voucher token to the ice cream uncle manning the F&N MAGNOLIA ice cream push cart located near the FairPrice storefront or customer service counter to enjoy a free traditional ice cream.
The F&N MAGNOLIA ice cream push cart will be present at the following dates, times, and locations over the September school holidays:
- FairPrice Hougang Point: 30 - 31 Aug, 1 Sep, 12 pm - 8 pm
- FairPrice Parkway Parade: 6 - 8 Sep, 10 am - 6 pm
- FairPrice Sports Hub: 13 - 15 Sep, 12 pm - 8 pm
13. 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!
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. 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.
17. Ballet Under The Stars 2024 Presented by Singapore Ballet
Venue: Fort Canning Green
Dates: 30 Aug - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: $48
Gather friends and family for an enchanting night under the moon and stars at Ballet Under The Stars 2024.
The first weekend we will be presenting three remarkable ballets – Schbert Symphony by Choo-San Goh, Excerpts from Cinderella as well as Don Quixote.
The second weekend features breathtaking works by Choo-San Goh – In the Glow of the Night and Fives as well as excepts from Don Quixote.
Grab your tickets and picnic mats now to the Fort Canning Green this September holiday for an unforgettable time under the stars!
Doors open approximately at 6pm, show starts 7:30pm.
18. 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.
19. 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.
20. 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!
21. 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.
22. Free Activities and OATSIDE Chocolate Malt at New Bahru
Venue: New Bahru
Dates: Till 1 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
OATSIDE is partnering 11 local brands to host OATSIDE Fun Side Adventure at lifestyle enclave New Bahru. From now till 1 September, children and their families can head down to New Bahru to collect their OATSIDE Fun Side Adventure booklet and participate in a range of free activities with participating partners to earn stamps and redeem an exclusive OATSIDE Chocolate Malt Adventure Kit (with 10 stamps).
The activities include printmaking at Chalk N Pencils, bag charm making at MAKE by GINLEE, and completing a short workout challenge at Mobilus to earn them 2 stamps each. During the weekends, there is also a colouring activity at OATSIDE’s pop-up where kids can unleash their creativity and reimagine Chocolate Malt. A lucky few will be chosen to be featured in OATSIDE’s out of home ads.
OATSIDE will also be giving out free Chocolate Malt to allow kids to refuel after a day of fun and adventure!
23. 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.
24. Kids Enter Free to Bird Paradise this School Holidays
Venue: Bird Paradise
Dates: Till 8 Sep 2024
Kids Enter Free to Birds Paradise with every full paying adult from now till 8 Sep - you can even go over the Sep school holiday period! Valid for same park and same day admission only.
Valid for existing WildPass holders and new WildPass sign-ups only. T&Cs apply.
25. HOMEGROWN
Venue: OCBC Square, Kallang Wave Mall, Stadium Walk
Dates: 4 & 5 Sep 2024, 6 pm - 9.30 pm
Admission: Free
LIVE at OCBC Square on 4 and 5 September 2024! “HOMEGROWN” is the show for music grown at home, featuring an array of local artistes and talents, celebrating local music and culture all in one event.
Join guest artistes like MDC alumnus lullaboy, Jean Seizure and Alyssa Lie, alongside MDC artistes Izzathy Halil, Dominic Chin, Khim Ng, Gail Belmonte and many more for unforgettable live musical performances across the two days. Jean Seizure will also be debuting her latest single, exclusively at “HOMEGROWN Live”.
Dancers from MDC will also be presenting mesmerising performances, with a segment featuring dynamic elements of aerial acrobatics with a Lollipop Hoop, accompanied by the MDC original track Out of the Shadows, that was produced to celebrate MDC’s 50th anniversary last year.
In addition to an enjoyable evening grooving to live performances, the audience can look forward to exciting games and prizes including vouchers and merchandise from guest artistes, as well as an exhibition on the storied history of MDC and its illustrious alumni.
26. Jurong Point’s Festival of Colours - Mass Collaborative Community Art Event
Venue: Jurong Point
Dates: 8 Aug - 8 Sep 2024
Admission: Spend to take part
Jurong Point is inviting families to be part of Singapore Book of Records for the largest montage of crayoned artwork.
To participate, simply spend a minimum of $30 (including supermarket receipts) from 8 Aug till 1 Sep to secure your spot at an art jamming session on 7 Sep 2.30pm, 4pm, 5.30pm and 8 Sep 1pm, 2.30pm, 4pm happening at JP1 Centre Stage. As a participant, you’ll receive a goodie bag worth $95 and stand a chance to win up to $300 in shopping vouchers for your top artistic creation.
That's not all! Jurong Point is also hosting exciting lucky draws from now to October. Spend $30 in a single receipt (including supermarkets) from August 8th to October 13th for a chance to win amazing prizes, including an AI-powered massage chair and $1,388 worth of Pahang Mao Shan Wang durians!
27. Inflatable Fun and Futuristic Rides at i12 Katong
Venue: i12 Katong
Dates: 30 Aug - 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Spend and redeem
Bring out your inner racing talent on the futuristic Tron-like electric bike this September school holidays at i12 Katong. With a minimum spend $80, shoppers will be rewarded with complimentary ride pass and even F&B vouchers as they dine, shop and play at i12 Katong.
Both adults and children (min. height of 0.8m) are welcome on the electric bikes that can accommodate up to a weight of 110kg. There will also be giant inflatables for little ones to bounce and slide too!
- Min. Spend of $80 ($120 with supermarket and enrichment receipts): redeem an electric bike ride or an inflatable pass
- Min. Spend of $160 ($240 with supermarket and enrichment receipts): redeem an electric bike ride and an inflatable pass as well as $20 F&B vouchers.
- T&Cs apply
Families who visit on 8 Sep will get to take part in the PAssionArts Festival with a variety of complimentary art workshop, cultural performances and Peranakan-themed wooden stools art exhibition, as well as a pop-up market (20 – 22 Sep), there's something for everyone!
28. 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!
29. FUN DAE OUT with the Museum of Ice Cream Singapore
Venue: Museum of Ice Cream
Dates: 1 Sep 2024, 12 pm - 7 pm
Admission: $25 nett per adult (1 child aged 12 and below enters free with every paying adult)
Museum of Ice Cream (MOIC) Singapore is turning three and they will be serving up an all-day party on 1 Sep 2024 (Sunday), packed with scoops of fun, tunes, and a sprinkle of surprises.
Spend a day filled with glee and laughter from 12 pm to 7 pm at MOIC for a FUN DAE OUT at MOIC dessert bar with unforgettable experiences for the entire family! Little scoops can join in the fun with an engaging art workshop by PLAY! where they can build their very own ice cream sculpture with sustainable materials. MOIC guides will capture the fun with Instax camera, allowing families to take home a piece of the memory.
Grab a free scoop of your favourite flavour, raise your complimentary cones, and toast to three years of MOIC Singapore! Browse the decadent flavours at our outdoor Dessert Bar and redeem one free scoop per person.
Scoops of all ages can cool off at our outdoor sprinkle pool (the largest in Asia!) before dancing the day away to the grooviest tunes by Wild Pearl’s favourite DJs. With scrumptious bites and beverages available throughout the event, FUN DAE OUT promises to be a day to remember for the entire family.
Tickets are priced at $25 nett per adult, and each ticket includes free entry for one child aged 12 and below. Tickets to the party can be purchased online here, with limited quantities sold on a first-come-first-served basis.
30. 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.
31. 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.
32. 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!
33. 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.
34. 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.
35. 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.
36. Impressions of Monet At Gardens by the Bay
Venue: Gardens by the Bay, Flower Dome
Dates: Impressions of Monet: The Garden will run until 17 Sep 2024 while Impressions of Monet: The Experience will continue for a limited time, 9 am - 9 pm daily
Admission: From $12 for Singapore Residents
Impressions of Monet, a tribute to the master of French Impressionism, comprises two distinct but complementary elements – the Impressions of Monet: The Garden floral display in Flower Dome, and a multi-sensorial immersive exhibition Impressions of Monet: The Experience in the space adjoining Flower Dome.
For the first time in Gardens by the Bay’s history, the horticultural and the digital meld together in a one-of-a-kind showcase – at 2,650 sqm, it is more than three times the size of a regular floral display – that has never been attempted before.
37. Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play by National Museum of Singapore
Venue: National Museum of Singapore
Date: 5 Jul 2024 to 5 Jan 2025
Time: 10 am – 7 pm (last admission 6.30 pm), Daily
Fee: Free Admission
National Museum of Singapore has unveiled Play:Date – Unlocking Cabinets of Play, a new experiential pop-up centred on the theme of toys and play!
A collective effort with the local community of artists and toy collectors, this showcase presents a diverse selection of over 250 locally and globally recognisable toys across various eras. From McDonald’s cherished collectibles and vintage Hot Wheels, to well-known POP MART figurines and timeless Tamagotchi – reopen these treasured cabinets of play and discover the fascinating stories behind these beloved icons.
Recapture the whimsy of childhood playtime with an immersive experience, including a transformed museum exterior dressed up with large-scale artworks by local artists, photo-worthy spots, and engaging digital gamified experiences to take your visit to the next level – featuring your very own Play:Mate digital toy avatar!
So bring along your inner child and join us for a fun play date at the Museum!
38. Go On A Nature Walk With Young Nautilus
Venue and Dates
- 1 Sep: Sungei Buoh Wetland
- 7 Sep: Pasir Ris Park Mangrove
Fees: from $56 (Tickets available on BYKidO SHOP)
Popular nature walk provider, Young Nautilus, has announced its schedule for the June school holidays where families can join them to explore Singapore coastal backyard (across different venues) and to take a look at the amazing animals found in Singapore. This a chance for kids to learn more about science and nature, and to see in action the beauty of wildlife.
39. Have Playground Fun at the Malls (Free)
Venue: Various Malls Island-wide
Finding fun activities for kids can be a challenging task, especially when the weather is unpredictable these days! But worry not, we've got you covered! Heading to a indoor play space is a great way for children to have fun and stay active, and Singapore has no shortage of shopping malls that offer these facilities. Here's a list of 32 shopping malls with free play spaces that will keep your kids entertained for hours.
Here's our list of 32 shopping malls with playgrounds in Singapore that you can consider heading to! Pack your bags and head out to one of these shopping malls to create some unforgettable memories with your little ones this weekend!
40. Go On A Kayaking Adventure On The Waters
For those with older kids (7 years old and above), you may wish to go on an adventure on the waters by going kayaking! This water sport is great to get some sun, exercise and with only 2 of you on the kayak - there will be lots of bonding opportunity too!
We have put together a family's guide to kayaking in Singapore where we have included a list of kayak rental venue for families.