Looking for fun things to do for Children’s Day 2024 in Singapore? Take some time to celebrate childhood and have an awesome time as a family with exciting Children’s Day events and activities. It is a great opportunity for families and kids to have fun while bonding together.
This year, Children’s Day in Singapore falls on Friday, 4 October 2024. It is a long weekend for kids in primary school as it is a scheduled school holiday in Singapore and there is no shortage of things to do for Children’s Day.
Here’s a look at some fun ideas and things to do for Children’s Day in Singapore, including the Children’s Day weekend and beyond.
Things to Do for Children’s Day 2024 in Singapore: Fun Ideas, Events and Activities
Kids Enter Singapore Zoo and River Wonder Free Promotion
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From 1 October to 27 October 2024, kids get to enter Singapore Zoo and River Wonders free with every full paying adult. It is a great chance to take the kids for a Children’s Day outing to view the animals. There are also special activities planned on the weekend. Don’t forget to stop by the Zoo’s Kidzworld to say hello to the animals there! For an extra special treat, you can also consider signing up for the Breakfast in the Wild experience, or taking them climbing at Houbii Spot Singapore’s wild obstacle course. Get more details about the Kids Enter Singapore Zoo and River Wonder Free Promotion.
Where: 80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729826
Children’s Museum Singapore Children’s Day Special
Children’s Museum Singapore is holding various special ticketed events over the Children’s Day weekend. Watch Superhawker Me, a multisensorial relaxed performance where audiences can expect a fun-filled sing-along time and participate in several hands-on interactive segments during the performance. There is also Makan Mischief, a interactive storytelling by Evelyn Wong about Little Mynah who comes up with a makan surprise for her friends. Learn more about what’s on at Children’s Museum Singapore for Children’s Day.
Where: 23-B Coleman Street, Singapore 179807
The World of Studio Ghibli
Enter into the magical world of Studio Ghibli, opening on 4 October 2024, at ArtScience Museum. This is the first-ever Studio Ghibli exhibition in Singapore and will feature large-scale installations from 11 iconic Studio Ghibli films for unique as well as interactive visitor experiences. Be spirited away into the magical scenes of Studio Ghibli animated movies like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki’s Delivery Service, and other iconic films through enchanting theatrical sets, whimsical art installations and more. Find out more about what to expect at The World of Studio Ghibli.
Where: 6 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018974
Bubble Planet
Move 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 at Bubble Planet. Travel through fantastical landscapes and into imaginary metaverses filled with optical illusions and photo opportunities. Kids will especially enjoy the huge ball room where they can get lost in a sea of “bubbles”. It is a fun activity that children will enjoy doing for Children’s Day. Learn more about Bubble Planet.
Where: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Art of the Brick
Over one million LEGO bricks have been transformed into more than 150 sculptures by artist Nathan Sawaya for the LEGO exhibition Art of the Brick. There are a total of 12 rooms to visit in total at the exhibition. These feature amazing sculptures includingfamous paintings and art works made out of bricks. These allow the visitor to view familiar masterpieces in a different light. There is an Interactive Play Area for kids too!
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What’s more, visit from 2 to 6 October, buy one adult ticket and get one kid’s ticket at half price. Find out more about what to expect at Art of the Brick.
Where: Hall 8B, 1 Expo Drive, #02-01, Singapore EXPO, Singapore 486150
Octoburst! 2024
Esplanade presents Octoburst! – A Children’s Festival – a festival that encourages artful play and fun for all. On 4 October, will be musical performances by young performers from Kranji Primary School and Frontier Primary School, as well as interactive storytelling sessions, including an outdoor storytelling time in the evening and more. Celebrate Children’s Day with the arts at Octoburst! 2024.
illumi
Be dazzled by the lights and sounds of illumi at the Marina Bay Event Space. Wander amongst multicoloured trees and majestic wildlife at The Magical Forest, step into an icy world where penguins and igloos coexist in an endless sparkling forest of stalagmites, gawk at the 47-metre-tall Tree of Light with its 50,000 luminous spheres. It is a fun nighttime experience that you can take the kids to for Children’s Day in Singapore.
Live Performances at Sentosa Sensoryscape and Children’s Day Market
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Sentosa as talented singers serenade you with captivating tunes! There will also be magic and mime on 4 October evening with Magical Uncle Jimbo and Circus in a suitcase. Then celebrate Children’s Day at the Sentosa Festive Market on 5 and 6 October from 4 pm to 9 pm at Palawan Beach Walk and discover the entrepreneurial spirit of young innovators at a Children’s Day Market, where budding business owners aged 7 to 16 showcase their talents alongside our 24 Adult vendors. These young entrepreneurs will offer their pre-loved treasures and handcrafted creations, from unique artworks to homemade goodies. Get more details what’s on at Sentosa over the Children’s Day weekend.
Monet Inside
This one is more suited for older ones who are fans of Claude Monet, the Impressionist master. Monet Inside mainly consists of a 45-minute-long multimedia showcase that features stunning visuals, original soundtracks, and immersive storytelling across the venue’s flooring and five grand screens – each over six metres high. It showcases 200 artworks by the Claude Monet and is a chance to embark on an intimate journey through the life of the French Impressionist Master. Take note that young children will likely get restless at this exhibition. Find out more about the Monet Inside exhibition that opens on 4 October 2024.
The Story of the Forest
Pay a visit to The Story of the Forest at National Museum of Singapore before it closes for good on 13 October 2024. The digital installation by teamLab is inspired by the natural history drawings from the William Farquhar Collection. While at the museum, you can also check out the Cabinets of Play exhibition and make a personalised William Farquhar Collection postcard too. Get more details about what’s on at National Museum of Singapore in conjunction with the closing of The Story of the Forest.
Gerak ABC!
Gerak ABC! is a bilingual English-Malay dance theatre performance for 3 to 6 years olds at The Artground where letters of the alphabet get animated through the body. The dancers help make the letter come alive through embodying the letters and pairing them with simple movements words; like “gerak”, which means “move”. Daily interactions like “M for Makan” and “S for sayang” are also featured and become inspiration for dance movement and engagement between audience and performers. This special Children’s Day programme is designed for children to enjoy wordplay and creative movement. Learn more about Gerak ABC!
Where: Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Rd, #01-40 BLK J, Singapore 439053
Terrific Tales – Little Peach Boy
Momotaro was born from a magical giant peach! And he went on an adventure with his three animal friends to fight the Oni ogres. Terrific Tales – Little Peach Boy on Sunday, 6 October, is the perfect introduction to the art of storytelling especially for Little Listeners between the ages of 3 to 7 years old by Young Storytellers from The Storytelling Centre Ltd. Find out more about Terrific Tales – Little Peach Boy.
Where: Goodman Arts Centre, 90 Goodman Rd, #01-40 BLK J, Singapore 439053
Humpty Reimagined Workshop
Who said Humpty Dumpty had to be an egg? Unleash your creativity together with your child and craft an original version of Humpty Dumpty using everyday items and recycled materials. The Humpty Reimagined Workshop by ECDA takes place from 1 to 13 October, from 10 am to 7 pm, at the Keppel Centre for Art Education (Expression Workshop) at the National Gallery Singapore. Get more details about the Humpty Reimagined Workshop.
Teyvat SEA Exploration: Genshin Impact x S.E.A. Aquarium Collaboration
Journey through a series of immersive environments inspired by Fontaine – one of Teyvat’s seven regions. Get up close with the world’s first Blubberbeast installation or see a larger-than-life display of a Ruin Guard making its first appearance in Southeast Asia. Participate in an interactive stamp rally and learn about the mesmerising marine animals. This collaboration is on till 11 November 2024. Get more details about the Teyvat SEA Exploration: Genshin Impact x S.E.A. Aquarium Collaboration.
Carnival of Flowers
Step into a vibrant celebration of spring at Carnival of Flowers, the first-ever Australian-themed floral display at the Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay. Inspired by the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in Australia, the floral display exudes bright vibes with native Australian plants like kangaroo paw, grevillea, waratah, manuka, and banksia. Find out more about Carnival of Flowers at Gardens by the Bay.
Check out Singapore’s Largest Pokémon Ga-Olé Station
Pokémon fans can train to become Pokémon Masters at Suntec City where Singapore’s Largest Pokémon Ga-Olé Station with machines can be found. In addition to battling it out, kids can also look forward to special promotions till 6 October 2024. Find out more about the Pokémon Ga-Olé Station at Suntec City.
Chaos Lab
It is the last weekend of Chaos Lab in Singapore. Head over to this play space at Changi Airport Terminal 2 to have some fun at various themed zone including a ball pit where kids can run wild. Kids will have fun as they turn on mad scientist mode and take part in the interactive activity stations that include Pneumatic Pressure Pipes, a Neon Room and more. Get more details about what you can expect at Chaos Lab at Changi Airport Terminal 2.
Where: Changi Airport Terminal 2, 60 Airport Blvd., #03-03, Level 3, Singapore 819643
Children’s Day Promotions
Children’s Day Special at Canopy Park
From 4 to 20 October, enjoy family fun at Canopy Park. Every child between 3 to 12 years old gets free entry with every two paying adults. You can head inside to enjoy the lush garden at the top of Jewel Changi Airport. While at Jewel, why not pay a visit to Pokemon Centre Singapore too? Get more details about the Children’s Day Special at Canopy Park.
Children’s Day Kids Eat Free at PastaMania
To celebrate Children’s Day, PastaMania is extending a Kids Eat Free promotion from nowtill 4 October 2024 for the little ones! Enjoy a free Kids’ Meal (U.P. $9.90) with every main from the adult menu ordered. This is valid for dine in only and terms and conditions apply. There is also a social media contest where they are giving away a free Doughworkz workshop and $100 PastaMania vouchers! Get more details about the Children’s Day Kids Eat Free promotion at PastaMania.
Free Vanilla Cones at McDonald’s
Celebrate little wins at McDonald’s from 3 to 6 October 2024. For families with kids under 12 years old, head down to participating restaurant, grab a “My Happy Little Wins” sticker from a McDonald’s crew member or a trolley and write a small achievement from your kids. Then hand it back to a McDonald’s crew member and celebrate with a free vanilla cone. Get more details about this Children’s Day promotion at McDonald’s Singapore.
Kids Get a Rainbow DD.Duck collectible for Finishing their Food at Dian Xiao Er
All throughout October, Dian Xiao Er is in celebration mode for Children’s Day. From
1 to 31 October 2024, kids who finish their Kids Meal will be in for a delightful surprise with
an exclusive Rainbow DD.Duck collectible. Designed to encourage healthy eating ha
bits, this limited-edition reward will be given to children who enjoy every bite of their meal, leaving their plates clean. The initiative aims to make mealtime both fun and fulfilling, offering young diners a special keepsake to take home.
More Fun Things to Do For Children’s Day in Singapore
Head out to a Playground
Take the kids for some outdoor fun by going on a playground crawl around Singapore. Some of our favourite playgrounds include Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden, COMO Adventure Grove, Tiong Bahru Park Playground, Admiralty Park and Coastal Playground at East Coast Park.
Some new playgrounds that opened in 2024 include the West Coast ParkView playground, Ubi Grove car playgrounds, the nature playgarden at Tampines Boulevard Park and the Bidadari Park playground.
Whichever playground that you choose, we are sure that you have plenty of fun with the kids. For even more playground ideas, check out our list of the best outdoor playgrounds in Singapore to find one near you.
New Bahru & Kiztopia Prestige
Have you paid a visit to New Bahru and the Kiztopia Prestige indoor playground located there yet? New Bahru has a variety of interesting shops and eateries where you can go for a meal with the kids. It also has its own New Bahru playground too. In addition, you can also head to Kiztopia Prestige, the new indoor playground aims to inspire and ignite the imagination of toddlers and preschoolers from 6 months old with premium experiences. Kiztopia Prestige is a cosy enclave designed for our little ones to pitter-patter and explore freely and safely in a nature-inspired padded environment that’s fitted out with calm neutral colours and wood finishes. There are also classes that kids can join in too. Learn more about the experience at Kiztopia Prestige and what to expect at New Bahru.
Where: 46 Kim Yam Rd, New Bahru, Singapore 239351
VroomTown Driving City
Car-crazy children can now rev their engines at VroomTown Driving City, People Up’s latest indoor drive-play concept in Marina Square. The mini city features world-renowned Singapore attractions including Supertree Grove, Changi Airport, Merlion and has a realistic city driving experience including a “fast-food” drive-through, a carwash and a fuel pump! Get more details about VroomTown Driving City.
Where: Marina Square #01-208
Hello Kitty Cable Car
Did you know that both Singapore Cable Car and Hello are turn 50 this year. Singapore Cable Car is holding a joint birthday bash with Hello Kitty with a unique cable car experience found nowhere else in Southeast Asia. ride in birthday-themed Hello Kitty cable car cabins along the Mount Faber Line from Mount Faber Peak to Sentosa. In addition to the fleet of specially designed Hello Kitty-themed cable car cabins, visitors arriving at Mount Faber Peak will also be greeted by an exclusive two-metre-tall, larger-than-life Hello Kitty sculpture. Find out more about the Hello Kitty Cable Car ride.
Chinese Garden
Pay a visit to Jurong Lake Gardens and the newly reopened Chinese Garden. The best time to visit with kids is in the late afternoon and evening when it is cooler. Have a walk and wander to enjoy the gardens and the attractions within such as the Bonsai Garden and the waters of Casading Creek. After exploring the Chinese Garden, you can take the kids to the Forest Ramble playground or Clusia Cove, if it still open when you are done.
