Here's a list of weekly family fun events and experiences for you to create family fun this week!
Here's our weekly list of family fun to-dos to help you create lots of fun times with the kids! Enjoy some fantastic free events, like the vibrant Singapore Night Festival and the Festival at the Fort, offering a variety of exciting activities for all ages. Don’t miss "A Date with Tradition," a celebration of Singapore’s multicultural arts, featuring performances, art installations, and interactive workshops over the next three weekends. But that's not all! Delight your little ones with Swensen’s new Baby Shark pop-up meal box, and grab tickets to the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium 2024, where you can get to watch the electrifying race up close, as well as enjoy a lively programme off the track!
As always, this is just a compilation of our weekly five ideas, if you need more ideas for family fun, do head over to our weekly updated list of weekly recommendations or join our Telegram group for the most up-to-date recommendations!
1. Visit the Singapore Night Festival
Venue: Bras Basah.Bugis Precinct
Dates: 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Free
Singapore Night Festival returns to the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct themed the Art of Play! Immerse in the magic of Singapore's 1950s amusement parks with Wonder World – The Machine of Nostalgia, complete with rides, game stalls, and even a wrestling ring!
Enjoy after-hours activities at the Children's Museum Singapore! Explore an enchanted forest in The Tree of Dreams, and reflect on the meaning of home with Nesting Resting, 1 2 3!
Discover 10 luminous installations across the Bras Basah.Bugis precinct, including a neon mural at Stamford Arts Centre and a whimsical gymnasium at Bugis Street. Explore four unique Festival Villages, including the debut of Twilight Playground @ GR.iD, featuring escape rooms, a beer garden, and late-night fun.
Families can also look forward to enjoying a wide array of performances. From nostalgic singalongs to the Voices of Singapore Festival, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
For more details, click here.
2. Participate In Exciting Family Activities at the Festival at the Fort
Venue: Fort Canning Centre, Fort Canning Park
Date: 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024
Time: 6pm to 9.30pm
Admission: Free
From 23 August to 7 September 2024, Fort Canning Park will transform into a vibrant hub of activity as it hosts the Festival at the Fort 2024.
Kick off your night with a thrilling scavenger hunt through Fort Canning Park, where families can solve puzzles and uncover hidden clues, all while learning about Singapore’s rich ecological heritage.
Unleash your child’s creativity with hands-on crafts at Fort Canning Centre. From painting fans to designing perler bead keychains, there's a keepsake for every little artist. Enjoy a cozy evening picnic with Mrs. Stitch, perfect for learning or refining crochet skills. All materials and snacks are provided!
Wander through a magical canopy of illuminated stars and glowing foliage, connecting with the park’s natural beauty and rich history. What's more, you can also introduce your kids to the magic of puppetry with four delightful skits by The Finger Players, celebrating their 25th anniversary with performances that transcend language and age.
So gather your family for an unforgettable experience at Fort Canning Park!
For more information, click here.
3. Treat Your Little Ones to Swensen’s Latest Kids Baby Shark Pop Up Meal Box
Date: now to 11 Nov 2024
Availability: at all Swensen’s & Earle Swensen’s stores islandwide
Price: $10.90 (excl. service charge & GST)
Treat your little ones to Swensen’s latest Kids Meal, featuring six delicious options like Fish ‘N’ Chippies, Chick ‘N’ Fries, and Spaghetti Twirlies. Each meal, served in an exclusive Baby Shark Pop Up Meal Box, includes a side (Corn in Cup or honey fruit yoghurt) and a drink (Iced Milo, Soft Drink, Apple Juice, or Orange Juice). Adventurous eaters can try the Salmon Quesadilla, a healthier choice endorsed by the Health Promotion Board.
This exclusive Baby Shark Pop Up Meal Box is priced at only $10.90, and is available from now to 11 November 2024 at all Swensen’s and Earle Swensen’s stores islandwide.
For more info, click here!
4. Celebrate Singapore’s Multicultural Arts with
A Date with Tradition
Venue: Stamford Arts Centre
Date: 23 Aug to 7 Sep 2024
Admission: Free with ticketed programmes
Join the vibrant celebration of traditional arts, A Date with Tradition at Stamford Arts Centre from 23 August to 7 September 2024, part of the Singapore Night Festival. Families can enjoy diverse programs, including captivating performances, art installations, and interactive workshops.
Highlights include:
- Multicultural Performances: Experience Kathakali dance, traditional Chinese Opera, and interactive storytelling from the Open Score Project.
- Art Installations: Marvel at Rizman Putra’s blacklight mural and Divaagar’s miniature house sculpture.
- Workshops: Engage in the De-coding Indian Dance workshop, Minhwa Art, and craft your own drawstring pouch with Beadsbadwolf. Many workshops are free, with some costing just $5.
- Interactive Activities: Join in on community mural painting, giant game versions, and circus skills with Bonfire Circus.
The event runs weekends from 6pm to 10.30pm, with extended hours on 31 August and 7 September 2024. Most activities are free; check out this link for full details and workshop registration.
5. Grab Tickets to the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium 2024
Venue: Esplanade Park
Date: 9 to 10 Nov 2024
Pricing: from $8 (see ticketing details) | Book your tickets via Trip.com
Don’t miss the third edition of the Tour de France Prudential Singapore Criterium, where star cyclists like Jasper Philipsen and Mark Cavendish race on a new Connaught Drive route. Alongside the race, the TDF SG Family Day offers unlimited carnival games, kids’ and family rides, and more.
Tickets start at just $8 for general admission, with premium trackside and VIP experiences available for those wanting to get closer to the action.
For full details and to secure your spot, click here.
