Aug 7, 2019

35 Activities for Kids this National Day Super Long Weekend 2019


It's the super super long weekend as National Day is this Friday and Hari Raya Haji falls on a Sunday! FOUR FULL DAYS of holidays as Singapore celebrates her 54th birthday will loads of activities happening this weekend.

No tickets to NDP 2019? No worries, there are other FREE activities lined up on 9th August as well as on other days too. So head out and have fun! 😀


Jalan-Jalan With Disney’s Mickey Mouse & Friends
6 Aug - 8 Sep 2019
Various Malls


Stroll through streets of magic, from a Mickey-inspired trishaw experience to a Minnie-themed cable car photo opportunity. Plus, get a chance to meet Mickey & Minnie, shop brand-new Disney’s Mickey Go Singapore merchandise and join craft workshops.

Bedok Point
6 to 11 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Main Atrium, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 11 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

Causeway Point
6 to 11 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Main Atrium, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 10 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

YewTee Point
12 to 18 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Main Atrium, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 18 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

The Centrepoint
12 to 18 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Main Atrium, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 17 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

Anchorpoint
20 to 25 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Atrium, Basement 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 25 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

Changi City Point
20 to 25 August 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Open Plaza, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 24 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

Northpoint City
27 August to 1 September 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | South Atrium, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 31 August 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

Waterway Point
3 to 8 September 2019 | 12pm to 8pm | Village Square, West Wing, Level 1
Mickey & Minnie Mouse Meet & Greet: 7 September 2019; 2pm, 4pm & 6pm

KidZania Go! to Our Tampines Hub
8 - 12 Aug 2019; 11am - 8pm
 Our Tampines Hub – Gate 1
Free Admission


Come on down for 5 days of role-play fun at Our Tampines Hub and get a glimpse of what it’s like to be whoever you want to be in the kid-sized City! For more details, vist HERE.

Get Active this National Day
8 - 12 Aug 2019
KidZania Singapore
Admission charges apply

Take part in a variety of activities to commemorate Singapore’s 54th birthday and forge new memories through fun sporting and craft activities.

National Day Parade 2019 Fireworks
9 Aug 2019; 8pm
Marina Bay area & Singapore River
Free

Source: ndp.org.sg

NATIONAL DAY FIESTA 2019
9 Aug 2019; 10am - 9pm
OCBC Square, Singapore Sports Hub
Free Admission


Celebrate Singapore’s 54th birthday at the Sports Hub National Day Fiesta with the first-ever live dual screen National Day Parade telecast and a range of activities designed to showcase Singapore’s culture. Singaporeans and the wider community can join in the fun at OCBC Square on 9 August from 10am to 9pm.

There is something for everyone in the family, from the young to the young at heart, with the return of Singapore-themed cardio-fusion dance fitness session Sports Hub Workout Lah!, the nostalgia-infused OHANA Games featuring elements of Singapore’s heritage and many other activities. Fitness enthusiasts can also look forward to the bicentennial edition of functional fitness test Red-X Challenge, while those who are looking to celebrate the nation’s birthday are encouraged to come dress in red and enjoy the live dual screen National Day Parade telecast at the OCBC Square or by the waterfront. Visitors can also enjoy the dazzling fireworks from the celebration at Padang! For more details on programmes, visit HERE.

National Day Parade Event @ Marina Barrage
9 Aug 2019; 1pm - 10pm
Marina Barrage
Free Admission

Come celebrate Singapore's National Day whilst also learning more about sustainability as we head towards zero waste. During the event, there will be a variety of activities lined up for you to keep you entertained such as:

- A Sustainable & Lifestyle Marketplace
- Food Trucks
- A Sustainable Trail
- Upcycling Sessions
- Short Films Screenings
- Live Screening of the National Day Parade
- Photo opportunities for the fireworks

National Day Open House
9 Aug 2019: 10am - 9pm | 10 Aug 2019: 10am - 7pm
National Museum of Singapore
Free Admission

Come dressed in your best red-and-white outfit and get ready for two days of fun activities featuring Singapore’s icons, exciting performances and art installations, plus a live screening of the National Day Parade at the NMS front lawn on the 9th! Look out for the friendly Museum Hosts and staff who will be on-site to direct you to the various programmes. For details on various programmes, visit HERE.

Sentosa Celebrates National Day 2019
9 - 12 Aug 2019, Various Timings
Sentosa
FREE


Merlion Magic Nights
Dates: 1 Aug - 15 Sep 2019
Magic Lights Timing: 7:45pm-8:05pm | 8:20pm-8:40pm | 8:55pm-9:15pm | 9:30pm-9:45pm

A compilation show of Sentosa's Merlion Magic Lights will be up and running during the National Day festive period to entertain our guests on island.

Auburn Daze
Dates: 9 - 12 Aug 2019
Set Timings: 5:15pm, 6:15pm, 7:15pm

Formed with a fiery passion for music, Auburn Daze is a 3-piece band based in Singapore. Drawing influence from the wide variety of music each member adopts. Expect to be greeted by a medley of hit music in their sets.

Stilt Walkers
Dates: 9 - 12 Aug 2019
Set Timings: 10:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm

Msukumo Percussion Band
Dates: 9 - 12 Aug 2019
Set Timings: 2pm, 3pm, 4pm

Msukumo is a collective of energetic and enthusiastic percussionists. Their beats and rhythms are sure to keep you grooving!

Movies by the Beach @ Sentosa
9 - 12 Aug 2019; 8pm
Sapphire Pavilion, Siloso Beach, Sentosa
Free Admission

Join us at our FREE outdoor movie series by the beach, on selected Saturdays! Gather your friends and come on down to Sentosa for an unforgettable evening of entertainment under the stars with delicious food and drinks, and an engaging theatrical line-up combining popular favourites, classics and Hollywood blockbusters.

9 Aug - Spider-Man: Homecoming
10 Aug - Black Panther
11 Aug - Ant-Man and the Wasp
12 Aug - Captain Marvel

National Day Heartland Celebrations 2019
10 Aug 2019
Various locations
Free Admission


There will also be one-day celebrations will be held at Bishan, Geylang Serai, Jurong East, Punggol and Woodlands on 10 August 2019.

📍Bishan: Open field opposite Bishan Circle Line station

📍Geylang Serai: Beside Wisma Geylang Serai

📍Jurong: Open field next to Jurong East MRT station

📍Punggol: Open field next to Punggol Waterway Point

📍Woodlands: Open field opposite Woodlands Bus Interchange, between Woodlands Ave 5 and North Woodlands Link

Each heartland celebration will have a unique feature ranging from family craft activities, interactive game booths, food stalls, exhibitions, and stage performances for Singaporeans from all walks of life to come together in the spirit of National pride. Residents can look forward to drone gaming and laser tag at Bishan, formation performance with umbrellas by residents and students at Woodlands, or even relive nostalgic moments from the past at Punggol through traditional games and old-school treats! Meanwhile, art-lovers can head over to Geylang Serai and Jurong East for whimsical photo-worthy spots with PAssionArts visual art pieces and participate in hands-on art experiences.

Besides the carnivals, Singaporeans can experience up close and personal with photo opportunities with the Mobile Columns that will also be parked at the five sites.

NDP Mobile Column @ Heartlands
10 Aug 2019
Various locations and timings
FREE
Source: ndp.org.sg
Gathering points have been marked for those who want to get up close to the vehicles on Saturday. The details of the Mobile Column routes are shown below:

Source: ndp.org.sg

Source: ndp.org.sg

Source: ndp.org.sg

Source: ndp.org.sg
National Day Celebrations @ SAFRA
9 Aug 2019
SAFRA Clubs
Free Admission


Celebrate National Day with live screening of the parade, fun-filled activities and giveaways at five SAFRA clubs (except SAFRA Yishun): SAFRA Jurong | SAFRA Mount Faber | SAFRA Punggol | SAFRA Tampines | SAFRA Toa Payoh.

For more details of activities at the respective SAFRA Clubs, visit HERE.

Heritage Hurray!
9 & 10 Aug 2019; 10am - 5pm
Wan Qing Yuan - Sun Yat Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall
Free Admission


Celebrate Singapore’s 54th birthday with a weekend of fun-filled activities at the Memorial Hall and immerse yourself in our shared heritage this National Day. Join one of our heritage trails around Balestier and discover the lesser known stories of the precinct or shop till you drop at our first ever cultural bazaar featuring both local and overseas artisans. Younger visitors can enjoy storytelling sessions by veteran storytellers, while others can unleash their inner Picasso in a series of thematic craft workshops! For more information on various programmes, vist HERE.

National Day 2019 @ Indian Heritage Centre
9 & 10 Aug 2019; 10am - 5pm
Indian Heritage Centre
Free Admission

Visit Indian Heritage Centre’s permanent galleries (located at level 4 and 3) and learn about the history of the Indian Community and their contributions to Singapore’s nation-building through artefacts and interactive displays. Take the heritage quiz related to the gallery themes and redeem a free National Day 2019 Fun Pack. Fun Packs are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are limited to one Fun Pack per individual.

Other programmes include:

Youth Invasion at IHC - Design your National Day Badge! (10.00am – 3.00pm)
Unleash your creativity this National Day! Design your very own NDP themed badge in this fun craft activity facilitated by student volunteers from River Valley High School.

Youth Invasion at IHC - Traditional Games (10.00am – 4.00pm)
Paramapatham (Snakes & Ladders), Bambaram (Spinning tops), Pallanguzhi, and Carrom. Experience, explore and enjoy Indian and South Asian heritage and culture through these traditional games facilitated by students from ITE College West.

Guided Tours (2.00pm)
Join our free guided tours of the IHC’s permanent galleries, and enrich your understanding of the history of the Indian and South Asian communities in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Stories to Celebrate!
9 - 11 Aug 2019; 11am
Various locations at Esplanade
Free but pre-registration required


What stories did our forefathers bring with them to this island? What are the stories of Singapura? Go on a roving storytelling tour of Esplanade and discover myths and folktales from India, China and the Malay Archipelago. Follow the storyteller’s clues to find the next location and try to listen to all of their stories! Directed by master storyteller Kamini Ramachandran, these site-specific storytelling experiences are deeply rooted in Asian and regional folklore. This activity consists of three storytelling sessions and will require you to walk from one place to another around Esplanade. There will be breaks in between each session. To register, visit HERE.

SCO Music Oasis 2019 – Our SINGapore Songs
10 Aug 2019; 6pm - 7pm
Singapore Botanic Gardens, Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage
Free Admission

Join us in celebrating Singapore's 54th birthday with Singapore Chinese Orchestra (SCO) at the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage. An evening of nostalgic and patriotic songs, SCO brings you evergreen favourites such as We are Singapore, Stand Up for Singapore and Voices from the Heart. Feel the musical heartbeat and let’s come dressed in red to celebrate the nation’s birthday!

SSO National Day Concert
10 Aug 2019; 7pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
From $15

Celebrate Singapore’s National Day in this all-Singaporean showcase of homegrown musical flair. The Singapore Symphony Orchestra joins forces with the Singapore Symphony Chorus and Youth Choir directed by conductor Joshua Tan, for a jubilant evening of familiar favourites and new inspirations. This is home, truly, and our music will tell us so.

PAssionArts Festival 2019
Now until 25 Aug 2019
Various timings & locations
FREE


The nationwide PAssionArts Festival returns this year from 6 July to 25 August 2019. As part of a special-edition national-level art initiative presented by PAssionArts this year, some 200 “gardens” will pop up around the island at open spaces in residential estates from July till September! These 200 “Garden of HeARTs”, located at community locations, will bloom with 4,000 multi-coloured big, medium, and small hearts hand-painted by residents and young families, capturing their hopes and dreams. For the full event schedule, download the programme booklet HERE.

EVENTS HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND (10 Aug 2019):

Our Heartstrings @ South East
10 Aug 2019 | 5pm - 8.30pm | Wisma Geylang Serai

Whimsical Arts Wonderland 2
10 Aug 2019 | 3pm - 8pm | Open field beside Circle Line Bishan MRT station

National Day Concert @ Gardens by the Bay
10 & 11 Aug 2019; 4pm - 9.30pm
The Meadow, Gardens by the Bay
Free Admission


Come celebrate our nation's birthday during the National Day long weekend! Join in the fun for two days of exciting performances by Singapore's best, including Dick Lee, Kit Chan, Jasmine Sokko, Kumar, Aisyah Aziz and many more! Don't miss fun family activities, food trucks, a chance to get up-close and personal with your favourite local celebrities and so much more! You can also get a free gift while stocks last. Dress in your best red and white attire too! For more details on schedules, visit HERE.

Weekends in the Park: Workshops
10 & 11 Aug 2019
9am - 6pm
East Coast Park, Parkland Green
Free Admission

Come together with friends and family of all age groups to experience sustainable upcycling, makers’ movement, and learn something new. Every monthly edition focuses on a new skill to learn, accompanied by different upcycling and crafting activities. This month, the focus is on Pottery!



*All activities are on a first-come, first-served basis. While stocks last.

AIA Family Fest 2019
10 & 11 Aug 2019
10am - 10pm
The Promontory @ Marina Bay
Free Admission

Look forward to a jam-packed programme for the entire family along Singapore’s glorious waterfront. This year’s festival will reminisce the best of yesteryears, getting active with the AIA Singapore Premier League teams, having a go at the Spartan Kids’ obstacles and participating in adventures that will be the blueprint of our future! You might even come face-to-face with our very own ex-National football players and AIA Buddy! Check out specially curated workshops for those seeking to learn a craft or two, or simply chill with us over a movie marathon under the stars. For more details, visit HERE.

Celebrating Our Nation's Pride with Lion City Brass Band
11 Aug 2019; 3pm & 6.30pm
Esplanade Concert Hall
FREE


Enjoy an exhilarating performance as the Lion City Brass Band, led by Music Director Ignatius Wang, presents an exciting concoction of virtuosic brass music, local tunes and National Day Parade favourites!

KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities
Now until 18 Aug 2019
Tues - Fri: 4.30pm, 8pm | Sat: 4.30pm, 8pm | Sun: 1.30pm, 5pm
Under the Big Top, Bayfront Ave, Beside Marina Bay Sands
From $95


Cirque du Soleil comes to Singapore with its most acclaimed touring show, KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities. Kurios celebrates the greatest inventions of the 19th century, as audience members are transported into the Curio Cabinet of an ambitious inventor who defies the laws of time, space and dimensions in order to reinvent everything around him. Suddenly, the visible become invisible, perspectives are transformed, and the world is turned upside down. For tickets, visit HERE.

PLAYtime! 2019 : Us
10 - 25 Aug 2019
Tue - Fri : 9.30am & 11.00am | Sat - Sun : 11.00am* & 4.00pm
*11.00am show is not applicable for 24 Aug 19 | No Shows on 12, 19, 20 & 23 Aug 19 
Esplanade Theatre Studio
$20


Discover courage, empathy and kindness as your kids navigate life’s big firsts with PLAYtime! 2019! Peek into the lives of two best friends as their world is turned upside down when another friend wants to play too. Through movement, music and fun, join Us as we explore loneliness, understanding, empathy and love. Discover the importance of friends and how simple acts of kindness can change the world. For tickets, visit HERE.

This is Home, truly
Now until 31 Aug 2019
Singapore Zoo, River Safari & Jurong Bird Park
Admission charges apply


Come party with your extraordinary fellow Singaporeans at the wildlife parks in celebration of Singapore’s 54th birthday this August. Jurong Bird Park, River Safari and Singapore Zoo will run themed activities around Singapore’s native species through August.

What do the Asian small-clawed otter, crab-eating macaque and oriental pied hornbill have in common? They are part of our native wildlife so you can consider them your fellow Singaporeans too. Learn more about them and other wild Singaporeans at our Love Your Neighbours activity booths. Earn yourself a well-deserved exclusive animal pin when you complete the activities.

Singapore Zoo is not just home to the animals under its care, it serves as a rich habitat for local biodiversity as well. Sign up for a guided nature walk and take the opportunity to see Singapore Zoo before its opening hours. If luck is on your side, you may even spot native animals like the Sunda colugo, spotted wood owl or straw-headed bulbul. For more details on activities, visit HERE.

PROMOTION! Local residents visiting Jurong Bird Park, River Safari or Singapore Zoo can get a second admission at 54 per cent of the original price with every paying adult. Promotion is valid from 1 – 31 August except 9 – 12 August 2019.

POP-UP EXHIBIT: emoji™
Now until 31 Aug 2019
11am - 10pm
Marina Foyer (area along McDonald's till Desigual), Marina Square


Photo opportunities galore! Specially created photo stations will put visitors in enviably fun scenarios. Strike a pose among the clouds with unicorns and rainbows, get behind mermaid icons in an underwater scene, transform yourself into a popular poo emoji™, and climb aboard oversized floats in a fun-filled ball pit. There will also be 15 life-sized 3D emoji™ in the world’s favourite expressions and a full-size know-your-emoji™ panel that’ll help you put a name to your favourite icons. Without doubt, it’s a full immersion into an emoji™ world IRL!

DinoQuest
Now until 31 Aug 2019
Science Centre, The Annexe
$18/ adult, $15/ child, $52/ family


Discover how different fields of science work together in a real-life dinosaur expedition at Science Centre Singapore’s latest exhibition, DinoQuest. Also, find out more about the science of palaeontology and the process of fossilisation.

Curated by world-renowned palaeontologist Emerita Professor Patricia Vickers-Rich, DinoQuest spans across seven thematic zones that promise a multi-sensory experience like no other. An ambitious gamification creation that blends the latest multimedia technology, from holographic mapping to augmented and virtual reality environments, with dramatic fossil displays and ancient backdrops, be transported into a long extinct world. Embark on the quest to find out if you have what it takes to be a Palaeontologist extraordinaire! For more details, visit HERE.

Circle of Life Festival
Now until 31 Aug 2019
Singapore Zoo & Night Safari
Admission charges apply


Hakuna Matata. It’s time to put your worries away and join us for a fun-filled day! Welcome to the Circle of Life Festival. This day-to-night wildlife experience promises to take you on an extra wild adventure to explore what shines in the light and what lurks in the dark. Meet the real animals seen in all new Disney's The Lion King like Mufasa, Simba, Timon, Pumbaa, the laughing hyenas and other favourite characters from Pride lands. For more details on Singapore Zoo's and Night Safari's activities, visit HERE.

Aladdin
Now until 1 Sep 2019
Tue - Fri: 7.30pm | Sat: 2pm & 7.30pm | Sun: 1pm & 6.30pm
Sands Theatre at Marina Bay Sands
From $68


From the producer of The Lion King, the beloved story of Aladdin comes to life in this spectacular new musical. Breathtaking sets, mind-blowing special effects, over 300 lavish costumes and a fabulous cast bring the magic of Disney’s Aladdin to life on stage. Featuring all the songs from the classic Academy award winning film, including “Friend like Me”, “A Whole New World” and “Arabian Nights”, prepare to experience the unmissable theatrical magic that is Aladdin. For tickets, visit HERE.

Singapore Night Festival 2019 Curtain Raiser
8 Aug - 8 Sep 2019
8 - 22 Aug, 1 - 8 Sep 2019: 10am - 7pm
23 - 24 Aug, 29 - 31 Aug 2019: 10am - 12mn
25 - 28 Aug 2019: 10am - 10pm
National Museum of Singapore
Free Admission


Even though the actual festival begins on 23 August 2019, THREE installations will be opened to the public on 8 August 2019, at the National Museum of Singapore... and they are FREE to visit! Ofthe three, WHISPERS is the one not to be missed. For more photos and details, visit my previous post HERE.

Fantastic Mr Fox in Mandarin了不起的狐狸爸爸
Now until 8 Sep 2019
Weekdays: 10am | Weekends , 12 Aug : 11am & 2pm
9 Aug, 17 Aug & 25 Aug: 11am | 8 Sep: 11am & 2pm | 28 Aug: 10am & 2pm
KC Arts Centre
From $26


Watch Fantastic Mr Fox in Mandarin! Fantastic Mr Fox is a classic tale of goodies and baddies. It is an inspiring story about the brave and clever Mr Fox who, with the help of his family and friends, outsmarts three farmers’ nasty schemes in order to provide food for the animal community. Filled with humour and packed with action, this is a fantastic show to be enjoyed by children of all ages. For tickets, visit HERE.

From Singapore to Singaporean: The Bicentennial Experience
Now until 15 Sep 2019
Time Traveller: Monday: 0830 – 1730 | Tuesday – Sunday: 0830 – 2200
Pathfinder: Monday – Sunday: 0830 – 2230
Echoes: Tuesday – Sunday: 1900 – 2230
Fort Canning Centre (5 Cox Terrace, Singapore 179620)
FREE


As the centrepiece event of the Singapore Bicentennial, this multimedia sensory experience brings you back in time to witness key moments in Singapore’s transformation from as far back as 1299. It comprises of two parts - Time Traveller and Pathfinder. The first is an indoor cinematic, immersive journey which requires pre-booking of time slots while the latter is an outdoor exploratory trail featuring eight interactive pavilions and installations with no pre-registration required. Read more about my experience HERE.

Orchid Extravaganza
Now until 15 Sep 2019; 9am - 9pm
Flower Dome, Gardens by the Bay
Admission charge applies
*Singapore residents enjoy $4 off admission rates to Flower Dome from 5 to 31 aug 2019!


This year’s Orchid Extravaganza celebrates Singapore’s pop culture with a creative spin on familiar icons, as seen through the eyes of multi-talented Singaporean singer-songwriter Dick Lee. Melding floral artistry and pop art, the orchid display features landmarks and objects that have become part of local culture. From housing to recreation and food, these have been given a playful makeover under the creative direction of Dick Lee and designer Yang Derong, to reflect Singapore’s unique blend of tradition and modernity. They stand out amidst a colourful landscape of over 15,000 orchids, comprising more than 80 varieties including heritage orchids such as Aranthera Anne Black, Aranda Bertha Braga and Dendrobium Tay Swee Keng.

Wonderland
Now until 22 Sep 2019; 10am - 7pm daily
ArtScience Museum, Marina Bay Sands
Opening hours: 10am - 7pm daily
From $15 per Adult & $11 per Child for Singapore residents


Wonderland is a playful and interactive exhibition for all ages, based on Lewis Carroll’s timeless stories of Alice and her adventures. Wonderland is a one-of-a-kind exhibition which follows Alice’s journey through popular culture and reveals how artists and filmmakers have portrayed Alice and her story for over a century. Visitors will step into an enchanted world that draws together a remarkable selection of over 300 artefacts and objects, including first edition books, drawings, original costumes, films, magic lantern projectors, and more. Developed by Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI), this immersive exhibition makes the first stop of its global tour at ArtScience Museum. Visit the Website for more information.

Floating Utopias
Now until 29 Sep 2019
10am - 7pm
ArtScience Museum
From $15 per Adult & $11 per Child for Singapore residents


Floating Utopias is a playful and poetic exhibition that explores the social history of inflatable objects, showing how, over the decades, they have been used in art, architecture and activism. Floating Utopias reveals the impact inflatables continue to have on our collective imagination. The exhibition juxtaposes historical and contemporary works, featuring over 40 artworks by international and local artists, as well as hands-on workshops and interventions in urban space.

Inflatables invite us to be playful and to reclaim public space; they help to forge communities and promote participation. Their disruptive, ephemeral presence challenges power structures, by reminding us that after all, everything is temporary. For more information, visit HERE.

Children’s Biennale 2019: Embracing Wonder
Now until 29 Dec 2019
Sat–Thu: 10am–7pm | Fri: 10am–9pm
National Gallery Singapore
Free for Singaporeans and Permanent Residents (PRs). Ticket prices start at $20 for others


Back for the second edition, the Children’s Biennale has opened at the National Gallery Singapore from now and will run all the way until 29 December 2019. This year’s exhibition is themed ‘Embracing Wonder’ and invites kids all all ages to experience a new dimension of creativity and open themselves up to wondrous surprises. Through 11 imaginative artwork installations, kids can embrace a fantastic, magical world by composing their own tunes, braiding giant tresses, wandering beneath massive lanterns, popping into a dome, and more. And the best part? It is all FREE for for Singaporeans and PRs! Read more about our experience HERE.

I-Opener by Playeum
Now until 26 Apr 2020
Tues - Sun: 10am - 6pm (Closed on Mondays)
Playeum
$22 per child (1-12) | Accompanying adult: Free | Additional accompanying adult: $10


I-Opener features the aesthetic and sensory play-worlds co-created by individuals with various disabilities, and also without. It invites kids aged 1 to 12 to explore their senses through play and the arts.


As we all know, the senses - sight, touch and hearing all play an important role in a child’s discovery of the world as well as their social-emotional development. But more than that, this exhibition DIFFERS from Playeum's previous exhibitions in that instead of just introducing the art of play to kids, it allows kids to step into the world of those with special needs and experience the way how they interact, play and sense the world around them. Read my review HERE.

200: A Natural History
4 Jun 2019 - Jun 2020
Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum
Admission charges apply


Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum's Bicentennial exhibition, ‘200: A Natural History’ will showcase more than two centuries of Singapore’s natural history.




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2 comments :

Melissa Tan said...

This is an awesome list! Thank you for sharing many of the meaningful activities we can do with our kids over the many weekends to come!

Cheekiemonkies said...

Hi Melissa, thanks for your support too. Enjoy the long weekend! :)

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